HCO Sledfest 2024 is April 26-28 at Bear Valley

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/26/2024 11:00 AM

Bear Valley, CA...Don’t miss the opportunity to join us for Sled Fest on April 27th and 28th. The event is almost here…April 26-28. Come join us for Professional Snowmobile Hillclimbs, Camping, Riding, Great Food, and Friends. You can come for the day or stay for the weekend? Or even try your hand at racing in the Locals Class or Dash for Cash. Melissa will be hosting a ladies ride and beginner clinic. Some fun activities for kids are in the works.

Come Celebrate Calaveras’ Spring Wine Weekend

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/26/2024 11:00 AM

Murphys, CA...Formerly known as President’s Wine Weekend, the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance moved the event to the springtime when the weather is a bit warmer, the wildflowers are blooming in the foothills, and the winegrape growers and winemakers have a little time to create some exciting experiences for you. 2024 Spring Wine Weekend Dates: am to 5:00 pm; Sat and Sun April 27th & 28th

(Above photo courtesy of Vina Moda in downtown Murphys)

1. Ready, Set, Go!

Enjoy two days of Spring Wine Weekend fun in Calaveras wine country. 1-day and 2-day tickets include a commemorative wineglass, a wristband for special tasting flights at 19 participating tasting rooms, and a weekend guide with maps. Advance ticketing is recommended as this event will sell out fast! Tickets can be purchased online here, or if you’d rather chance it, try to get tickets the day of the event at the Murphys Visitors and Wine Info Center in downtown Murphys located at 202 South Main Street (at the 4-way stop across from Alchemy Cafe. Wineglass/wristband/map pickup starts at 9:30 at the Murphys Visitors and Wine Info Center on Saturday and Sunday. Tasting rooms open between 10:30 and 11:00 AM, and the event wraps up at 5:00 each day. Find a list of participating tasting rooms HERE.

2. Create a Tailored Wine Weekend Fit for YOU

Val Du Vino Patio in the Spring
Vineyard hikes, museum visits, book signings, live music, and meet & greet the winemakers offers add even more great value to your Spring Wine Weekend experience. If you pre-ordered your ticket online, start your weekend at one of the vineyards along Highway 4 like Brice Station (the highest elevation vineyard in Calaveras) or travel through the Rubber Chicken Forest to Twisted Oak in Vallecito. Catch the spring super bloom and early bud break in the vineyards and drive down the ambling windy Six-Mile Road to Ironstone Vineyards. Even if the daffodils aren’t still blooming, the vineyards boasts a year-round floral extravaganza for your viewing pleasure. Head to Angels Camp and show them your wristband at the Angels Camp Museum for one free admission for each wristband. See gold rush history up close and personal on their 3.5 acre grounds housing two 10,000 square foot buildings along with main building showcasing Mark Twain and the Jumping Frog Jubilee!

3. Travel and Enjoy Calaveras Wines Safely

Six Mile Road to Ironstone Vineyards
Calaveras has great options for enjoying your Spring Wine Weekend safely. Any one of the following transportation services will take care of getting you to and from your destinations while tasting award winning Calaveras County wines:

Calaveras Connect Public Transit – Give your designated driver a break by taking advantage of the new Saturday Hopper schedule. With super affordable ticket prices and numerous convenient pick-up/drop-off locations close to the heart of the action, you can save time and money every time you hop on. Saturday Hopper locations include Angels Camp WorldMark by Wyndham, the Travelodge in Angels Camp, historic downtown Angels Camp, Arnold Big Trees Market, Murphys historic downtown at the Murphys Creek Theater by Murphys Park, Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys and the San Andreas post office (and MORE). For additional details, check out the Saturday Hopper schedule here. Call Calaveras Connect to arrange a ride to take you to and from any one of the Highway 4 tasting rooms and vineyards.

Angels Cab Company

Murphys Cab Company

4. Explore Calaveras’ Historic Downtowns

Murphys Historic Main Street | Jenny Martin
Discover the history that surrounds the region and shop the myriad of specialty family owned businesses in our charming historic Gold Rush era buildings. While you’re in Moke Hill, stop in Renegade Winery for some of their award winning Cabernet Sauvignon. Angels Camp, Murphys, Mokelumne Hill, and San Andreas each have a piece of California history worth exploring. What is a “Hop-of-Fame” and what’s with all the frogs? Where is the first 3-story building built in California? Who were the two famous stagecoach robbers whose trials were held at the courthouse that still stands in San Andreas? What town features one of the oldest, continually operating (dare we say, haunted) hotels in California?

Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway (part of Highway 4) is a high mountain pass in Alpine County that was used by the Miwok and Washoe people to trek over the Sierra Nevada mountains. In 1850, John Ebbetts, for whom the pass is now named, guided a band of miners over in search of gold in California. In the summertime, Highway 4 is open through to Nevada, however it is usually closed from November through May due to snow. There is plenty of history to discover along this highway, especially at the quaint and oldest Chevron gas station located at the Camp Connell General Store. Take some time this weekend to take this beautiful drive into the High Sierra

5. One More Thing – Posterity Ciderworks

Wild. Rural. Rare. Brand new in Mokelumne Hill, Calaveras County, Po sterity Ciderworks is a small scale cidery and orchard that produces estate and small batch heritage apple, pear and quince alcoholic ciders. Sustainability and regenerative agriculture are central to their mission, as is allowing fruit varietal character to shine through. Take a 30-minute tour with their head cider maker that also includes a one hour table service tasting experience. Make reservations early since they are exclusive to only 10 people per time slot and there are only two time slots per day. What a great idea!

Looking for a place to stay?

From quaint and comfortable to spacious and luxurious, Calaveras has the lodging you’re looking for here. If you need any help planning the rest of your stay here in Calaveras, please feel free to give us a call at the Calaveras Visitors Bureau 209-736-0049. Or better yet, come see as at the Angels Camp Museum – 753 South Main Street, Angels Camp, CA 95222. We LOVE having visitors! Happy and safe travels!!

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Feeney Park Foundation Board Votes to Keep Youth Sports Field use Low Amid Skyrocketing Maintenance Costs

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/25/2024 03:51 PM

Murphys, CA...Per Player Field Use Fees Currently Fund Less Than 15% of Actual Field Upkeep Costs — Fundraisers and Community Donations Fund The Rest. At their Board of Directors meeting in February, members of the Feeney Park Foundation board unanimously voted to keep per player field use fees affordable for local families. The all volunteer board approved a modest 20% increase, from $12.50 per player to $15.00 per player. This was the first increase in five years despite skyrocketing maintenance and upkeep costs, and loss of revenue due to the pandemic, over the same period. The last increase of field use fees before this came in 2019, when use fees were increased from $10.00 to $12.50 to help defray the tremendous costs of maintaining the fields.

Come Celebrate Calaveras’ Spring Wine Weekend

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/24/2024 08:54 AM

(Above photo courtesy of Vina Moda in downtown Murphys)

Word Wizards Converge at the 53rd Annual Calaveras County Spelling Bee Championship

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/23/2024 10:38 AM

San Andreas – On April 10, 2024, the gymnasium at Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks was alive with the spirit of competition as the 53rd Annual Calaveras County Spelling Bee Championship unfolded. This year’s bee featured 25 students from 5 Calaveras County Schools.

Arnold Chevron & Deli, Eat Where the Locals Eat! Order Lunch Today at 209.795.1301

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/23/2024 11:39 AM

Arnold, CA...Your Lunch Awaits at Arnold Chevron & Deli! Every vacation area has one of those places all the locals go to get great food, great service and great value. Arnold Chevron & Deli is one of those spots. The Deli is open from 9am - 2pm Monday - Saturday. Give em a call at 209.795.1301 & order your lunch Today!! With its comfortable atmosphere it is great for everyone from Contractors, Utility Crews to Families. Arnold Chevron Deli is now serving burgers as well with Pastrami Jalapeno & Swiss Burgers, Bacon Ranch Burgers, Mushroom Swill Burgers & Classic Cheese Burgers. So if you are fueling up for work or play stop at The Arnold Chevron Deli on the way. Click the menu below for a full sized image.

Free Trail Passes on Earth Day at Bear Valley Adventure Company

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2024 09:10 AM

Bear Valley, CA...Free Trail Passes on Earth Day at Bear Valley Adventure Company

The 2024 Murphys Mutt March & Muttminster Dog Show

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2024 01:19 PM

Murphys, CA...The Murphys Mutt March and the Muttminster Dog Show will once again join the list of Community Club events when a bevy of canine companions and their doting owners gather on Saturday, April 27th, at 10:30 a.m. in Murphys Park.

On Earth Day, Governor Newsom and First Partner Siebel Newsom Dedicate First New State Park in a Decade

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2024 05:49 PM

Modesto, CA...California will soon have its first new state park since 2014. On Earth Day, Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom helped dedicate the new state park, Dos Rios, just 8 miles west of Modesto in the Central Valley. The new state park is set to open on June 12, which coincides with the Third Annual State Parks Week.

Get Your Tickets Now for the Fourth Annual Ragin Cajun Festival on May 4th!!

Posted by: thepinetree on 04/22/2024 09:49 PM

San Andreas, CA....Join us for our FOURTH ANNUAL CALAVERAS RAGIN' CAJUN FESTIVAL on May 4th, 2024 from 11 am - 5 pm! The annual event has live music, vendors, and more food booths lining Main Street in San Andreas! Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the gate. Proceeds benefit the Hospice of Amador and Calaveras. Free parking at Calaveras High School.