Jamestown, CA...Ride behind a historic steam or diesel locomotive on a train trip through California’s scenic Gold Country. Your 6-mile, 45-minute roundtrip train ride will take you past the water tower from Petticoat Junction, and transport you from the backyards of Jamestown to the rugged hillsides of California’s Mother Lode country. At the end of the line (Rock Spur), your train will pause as the locomotive uncouples, runs around your car on a side track, then re-couples to the train’s opposite end for the return trip to Railtown.
Spend the Summer at Big Trees State Park. Guided Hikes Every Weekend
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2019 11:15 AM
Arnold, CA...Calaveras became a State Park in 1931 to preserve the North Grove of giant sequoias. This grove includes the "Discovery Tree", also known as the "Big Stump", the first Sierra redwood noted by Augustus T. Dowd in 1852. This area has been a major tourist attraction ever since, and is considered the longest continuously operated tourist facility in California. Over the years, other parcels of mixed conifer forests have been added to the park. This amazing park has a huge variety of habitats and recreational opportunities to explore. Click Below for Latest Activity Guide
Yosemite National Park Announces Tioga Road To Open to Unrestricted Vehicular Traffic on Monday, July 1
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2019 11:29 AM
Yosemite, CA...Yosemite National Park announces the Tioga Road will open to unrestricted vehicular traffic on Monday, July 1st, at 8:00 a.m..From now until the full opening Monday morning, vehicular access will continue to be available from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will continue to be no stopping along the road and no overnight parking.. Park Rangers will sweep the road after each open and closed period to make sure visitors are utilizing the corridor only to cross the Sierra. Bicycles will be allowed during daylight hours throughout the weekend.
Town Tours of Columbia State Historic Park Every Weekend!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2019 11:31 AM
Columbia, CA...Enjoy an hour-long walking tour of town led by a park staff member or docent. See the actual gold discovery site, learn about the buildings and early merchants of Columbia. Sponsored by The Friends Of Columbia SHP. Visit their website here for more information. Town Tours are every Saturday & Sunday starting at 11 am. Meet at the office on Main Street & State St Columbia, CA 95310
Ironstone Vineyards Independence Day Celebration 2019
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2019 11:45 AM
Murphys, CA...Ironstone Vineyards Independence Day Celebration is back! Gather your family and friends for: Fireworks! Food + Wine + Beer, Bouncy House, Rock Climbing Wall, Fire Jugglers, Face Painting, Craft Vendors. Live Entertainment from Shane Dwight, Nick Tyrell, and the Snarky Cats!
Celebrate America's Birthday With Cantamos at Querecia
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2019 01:28 PM
Murphys, CA...Join us for the Red Hot Rendition of Cantamos at Querencia, and celebrate America's Birthday! Expect the unexpected...from Bach to Rock, Ragtime to Swing and Billy Joel to Sting, it will be an evening of entertainment and family fun. Querencia is a 5-Star B&B, 4.3 miles up Sheep Ranch Road from downtown Murphys. As parking is limited, please consider carpooling.
Rock Out to Plan B at Gooney's Bar & Grill in San Andreas
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/29/2019 06:57 AM
San Andreas, CA...Come see Plan B at the newly remodeled Gooney’s Bar & Grill. The night’s dinner special will be Barrel Smoked Chicken. Must be 21 or over to enjoy all the fun.
Kick Off Disco Party For "The Deep End" at Big Trees Fitness
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/29/2019 10:58 AM
Arnold, CA...There have been some big changes at Big Trees Fitness lately, and the biggest is yet to come: The Snack Shop at the pool is about to become The Deep End! The Deep End will host a variety of evening events and activities, starting Saturday, July 6th with a 1970's Disco dance party! Come out and boogie with us from 7:00-10:00 PM at the all-new Deep End. We'll be turning the clock back to 1977 with a live dj playing all disco, all night long, the dance floor will be open, the pool will be open late, and we'll even have prizes for the best-dressed people who come! So dust off your platform shoes, pull out your wrap-around skirts, and get down with us at the Deep End at Big Trees Fitness July 6th after the parade! The pool and snack shop will be open all day, and we'll have plenty of food and drink available, including beer, wine, and wine margaritas. Big Trees Fitness is located at 2116 Hwy 4, Arnold CA and our phone number is (209) 795-9965. See you there!
Start Your Independence Day Celebrations Early with Fireworks Over New Hogan Tonight
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/29/2019 03:36 PM
Valley Springs, CA...From the CVB..."Fireworks over New Hogan Lake makes Independence Day celebrations even more magical. Here, you’ll gather on the shore or on a boat to enjoy beautiful fireworks overhead reflected in the lake. This event usually takes place on the Saturday closest to Independence Day and starts at dusk. It’s free to attend unless you enter a fee area of New Hogan Lake."
The 2019 Brice Station Hilltop Concert Series Continues On Tonight With Blow Daddy!
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/29/2019 03:40 PM
Nurphys, CA...Brice Station Hilltop Concert Series returns for it's 2019 season! Tonight Blow Daddy' takes to the Brice Station Hilltop. High energy, horn driven dance music from all eras and genres. From 1940’s swing and jazz – to contemporary R&B and pop – Any tune that grooves!” – from the Blow Daddy Facebook page From 5:30 to 10:00. 2019 Hilltop Season Pass Tickets offer you admission to all concerts. Birds of Chicago will be returning for their third concert at Brice with their original, sweet, unique tunes, as well as Poor Man's Whiskey with their wild psychedelic outlaw country. We will also see some familiar local faces and a few new acts such as Rose’s Pawn Shop for 4th of July weekend. Check out our NEW Hilltop Season Pass and our Labor Day Weekend Special! Tickets are available NOW at tickets.bricestation.com - get yours early!