Chances are that you have heard the name César Chávez. You may have driven on a road or past a school that bears his name. If you were alive during the 1960s and ’70s, you may remember his work—maybe you even boycotted grapes five decades ago! But do you know much about Chávez? Have you […]
The National Park Service and Delaware North are pleased to announce the completion and opening of the new Grant Grove Restaurant in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. Delaware North this week completed the 10-month ecofriendly redesign and reconstruction of the Grant Grove Restaurant. The $6.3 million rebuilt restaurant opened today, June 30, bringing elevated […]
Celebrate the Fourth of July weekend in your national park. Safety is a top priority for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, please obey all restrictions and plan ahead. Read below for things to know, and always check their website for the latest information. Campgrounds All campgrounds are expected to be open by June 29. All online […]
For most weekenders and day-trippers, the allure of California’s Central Coast tapers off somewhere south of Pismo Beach. Those folks are missing out. Down the road, past the point where Highway 101 starts its climb into Santa Barbara County, endless rows of strawberries fill the air with the scent of fruit, rocket ships stand poised […]
There’s a lot of history to be found along Highway 49 from the Central Valley to Northern California, and Columbia is one point of interest well worth spending a couple of days. Located in Tuolumne County, just a few miles from Sonora, and about 150 miles north of Visalia, Columbia was founded during the Gold […]
The South Valley is well-known for an abundance of antique stores. But, for a change of pace, and an enjoyable out-of-the-area trip, the Oakhurst-Coarsegold area has a whole different array of shops. Located along Highway 41, Coarsegold Historic Village is home to a unique community of shops and vendors including antiques and collectibles. The Village […]
Tucked off the coast in San Luis Obispo County are old sand dunes dotted with coastal oaks. The 90 acres of the Los Osos Oaks State Nature Preserve is a haven for wildlife including five major plant communities and an abundance of birds. Plant communities include coastal sage scrub, central coastal scrub, dune oak scrub, […]
Sunset Campground in the Grant Grove area of the Kings Canyon, will have to remain closed until further notice. It was scheduled to open on May 24 but many trees killed by drought, insect activity, and a heavy winter created far more hazards than expected. “Other areas in the Sierra are starting to recover and tree […]
Fresno Chaffee Zoo officials are excited to announce the launch of a new summer event series, Evenings on the Savannah, which will feature live entertainment and gourmet dinner entrees at the Zoo’s African Adventure exhibit! Live entertainment will include performances by violinist Patrick Contreras, a karaoke night and more! In addition, the Zoo’s Kopje Lodge […]
In an effort to find the best solution to aid visitors and speed-up lines at entrance stations, the National Park Service now has a new pilot program where visitors can now get their entrance pass online prior to arriving at the parks. The “Your Pass Now” program gives the public the opportunity to purchase their […]