California

Exploring Sacramento’s Rich History!

Sacramento, CA,A City of History and Culture. California Sacramento: History Unveiled Today, our travels lead us to Sacramento, California’s vibrant capital in Central Valley. We were eager to explore the city’s rich history and cultural offerings and started at the iconic Sutter’s Fort. Sutter’s Fort: A Complex Legacy This 19th-century Fort, founded by John Sutter, […]

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Downtown Placerville & Gold Bug Mine Park

Stepping Back in Time, Exploring Placerville and Gold Bug Park California Exploring Placerville Our journey began in charming Placerville, a town steeped in history. Initially inhabited by the Maidu people, it experienced a gold rush boom in the mid-19th century, earning its first nickname: Dry Diggins. However, a vigilante hanging of several individuals led to

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The Gilded Age on Lake Tahoe at Tallac Historic Site

The Gilded Age on Lake Tahoe at Tallac Historic Site California Lake Tahoe’s Tallac Charm After our long hike in Emerald Bay State Park, we also made a quick stop at the Tallac Historic Site, as we wouldn’t be returning to Lake Tahoe. We made a brief visit through the well-maintained gardens and grounds of

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Hiking in And around Grizzly Flats, CA!​

Hiking in And around Grizzly Flats, CA! California Our First (Rainy) Walk in Grizzly Flats! We walked around Grizzly Flats, CA, on this rainy Sunday morning. The rain provided some much-needed relief after weeks of drought.Grizzly Flats has suffered immense destruction as a result of the 2021 Caldor Fire, which is registered as the second-largest

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The Journey Continues …

The Journey Continues … Oregon The United States Journey Continues Three quick weeks later, we were back at the airport, welcoming our son and daughter-in-law back home. After a celebratory dinner with delightful chit-chatting, it was time for goodbyes again. We then headed to Hillsboro’s Extended Stay America hotel for some last-minute preparation and a

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A Day at Humboldt Lagoons State Park

Humboldt Lagoons State Park California A Hike at Humboldt Lagoons State Park Humboldt Lagoons State Park is a fascinating collection of four distinct lagoons: Big Lagoon, Dry Lagoon, Stone Lagoon, and Freshwater Lagoon. The formation of these lagoons is a story of powerful forces working together. Waves tirelessly carve sandy bars, separating the lagoons from

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The Enchanting James Irvine Trail at Prairie Creek Redwoods

James Irvine Trail, Redwood National and State Parks – Day 2 California The James Irvine Trail Gives A Captivating Journey Through A Green Wonderland. We were excited for a long day of hiking the James Irvine Trail, a 10.4-mile out-and-back trail in the Redwood National and State Parks. The path winds through forests with giant

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