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Hey All You Arnold Rim Trail Aficionados! |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/17/2008 09:46 PM
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Hi Arnold Rim Trail Aficionados....A quick reminder to those who enjoy spending an extended morning in the glorious outdoors working with like minded folks on establishing the Arnold Rim Trail. Bring the whole family, kids, parents, and grandparents. There's something for everyone to do. Following is a repeat of the email that was sent earlier this week that provides all the details....
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Bear Valley Annual Sports Festival Continues Sunday August 17th! |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/16/2008 12:11 PM
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Bear Valley, CA....Come celebrate the thrill of human powered recreation in the beautiful High Sierra village of Bear Valley, located at 7,000 feet along scenic Highway 4 between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. A variety of outdoor activities including rock climbing, road cycling, mountain biking, flatwater kayaking, hiking and trail running will blend into an exciting weekend of adventure, education, competition and fun. It doesn't matter whether you "pull, pedal or paddle", or simply just want to try a new outdoor sport in a safe and supportive environment, the Bear Valley Adventure Sports Festival has something for everybody.....
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The Grand Opening of S.N.A.C.'s General Store In Murphys Will Be Grand! |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 07/03/2008 09:43 AM
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Murphys, CA...The Sierra Nevada Adventure Company will be celebrating the Grand Opening of their new General Store in Murphys on July 12th. They will be offering 10% off at all SNAC locations including Sonora and Arnold. Kayaks, Backpacks, Tents, Sleeping Bags, Climbing Gear, Men's & Women's Clothing, Footwear ... EVERYTHING! One Day Only!! Saturday, July 12 from 10am to 6pm. Drop by our Murphys Shop for a special celebration including live music & prizes! Teva will be on hand with their Teva mobile. Stop by and get your picture taken with the new S.N.A.C Painted Frog and much, much more!
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COUPON SPECIAL....Present This Coupon to Receive Some Terrific Savings on Golf at Greenhorn Creek Resort! |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/10/2008 12:07 AM
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Angels Camp, CA....Greenhorn Creek, one of the loveliest golf resorts in California, has some August Summertime Specials! Print this coupon to receive Great Discounts on Golf!
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Public Health Facts on How To Prevent Heat Illness |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/08/2008 11:24 AM
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Who is at risk of heat illness? A heat wave with high day time and evening temperature that last a few days, can be a serious health concern for some people. Heat related illness occurs when the body temperature rises rapidly and the body cannot cool itself with just sweating. Groups that are more likely to experience heat illness such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke are....
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Run Fast and Finish Hard, Hernia Hill Races at Twisted Oak ~By Hanna Alldrin UPDATED WITH RESULTS |
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Posted by: Hanna_Alldrin on 07/06/2008 07:24 PM
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Vallecito, CA....The 'Twisted' 5k , 10k, & Half Marathon came to the "Twisted Empire". Presented by Twisted Oak Winery and On Your Mark Events. 140 runners joined Twisted Oak and On Your Mark Events for the 21st Annual Hernia Hill 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon. The Hernia Hill started in 1988. This was the first ever "On Your Mark Events," event held at Twisted Oak in Vallecito! The twisted runners took their mark and headed for the finish line at 8am this morning........
    
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The Death Ride 2008 is Here! |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/04/2008 10:11 AM
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Recognized as one of the premier cycling events in the West, the Alpine County Chamber of Commerce, the 28th Anniversary of the Death Ride will take place on July 12th. Located in the stunning California Alps, the Death Ride course covers the traditional five mountain passes. This super challenging course includes climbing both sides of Monitor Pass, both sides of Ebbetts Pass, and the final climb up the east side of Carson Pass. Cyclists will start and finish at Turtle Rock Park, located two miles north of Markleeville, CA......
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The Frogarazzi Were Snapping at S.N.AC's General Store in Murphys!~By Gabby Dogwood with Video Enclosed |
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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/30/2008 11:31 PM
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Murphys, CA.....The Frogarazzi were out in force again Saturday Morning. They were at the S.N.A.C Painted Frog of Calaveras County unveiling. The festivities were held at their New General Store in downtown Murphys. The artist of this frog was Bob Carabas and he did a wonderful job capturing the essence of what S.N.A.C and The Central Sierra Environmental Resource Center wanted to portray in this project. CSERC is the Non-Profit will be the beneficiary of the October Frog Auction for this frog. If you would like to visit this wonderful expression of Frogliness it is located in the Breezeway next to The General Store...
CSERC's Julia Stephens, The Artist Bob Carabas, SNAC's Jill Seale, and Tracy Knopf
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Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital's Summer Health Career Camp was a Learning Success By ~ John Hamilton |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 06/30/2008 09:48 AM
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San Andreas, CA...The inaugural Summer Health Career Camp kicked off this last week at Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital in San Andreas. A good sized group participated in 4 days of comprehensive, immersive job shadowing, training and hands on instruction for local Juniors & Seniors interested in a career in Health Care. The week finished off with a CPR Certification Class and student/parent luncheon. When we spoke with one of the camp coordinators, Lynn Gates at the Friday luncheon, she mentioned that the program was successful enough this year that they would like to...
 
A good looking group of our next health care professionals and Nurse Gates and her high tech practice patient |
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Angel Auction Raises Thousands of Dollars for Two Respected Non-Profits on Saturday Eve ~By Hanna Alldrin |
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Posted by: hannaheath on 06/29/2008 04:54 PM
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Angels Camp, CA.... Last night the Angel Auction raised thousands of dollars to help fund the new the new digital mammography machine for Mark Twain St. Josephs Hospital Foundation and also for the Calaveras Arts Council. The red and white wine reception started at 5:30 yesterday evening at Camps Restaurant at Greenhorn Creek in Angels Camp. “Mediterranean Mystique” was the theme that has been selected for this year’s Angel Auction, a benefit for two respected non-profits, the Calaveras Arts Council and Mark Twain St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation’s campaign to fund new digital mammography machine. Last year the theme was a tropical oasis, making the "Mediterranean Mystique" a fantastic theme change. The outstanding and beautiful Angel Auction watercolor was painted and donated by Maren Sampson....
   
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