Mt Brow Winery is located in Tuolumne County between Columbia Historic town and Sonora. Mt. Brow Wineryis only about 2 hours from the Bay Area. Family owned, the Costello Vineyard is run with a dream of Italy. The Costello family started planting grapes in 1993. Jim, Pam, Dennis, and Jeff each have their roles in the family business. Maybe this is why the wine is so good, because of the love. Perhaps it is Jim’s philosophy and God is using the Costellos and the [...]

There are always promotions going on at the Jackson Rancheria Casino. Visit their website at http://jacksoncasino.com/. There is also the Dreamcatcher’s Club which offers free and exclusive awards like complimentary meals, hotel special, free slot play, and points can be spent in any of the restaurants, gift shop, hotel, RV Park, or gas station.
You won’t run out of things to do at Jackson Rancheria Casino with its 49 gaming tables, 9 Poker tables featuring Texas Hold ‘Em and over 1500 slot and video poker machines. [...]

Take the Gold Cliff Adventure Trip and explore the Gold Cliff Mine. This is the perfect adventure for those who like both history and exploring different environments. Between 1899 and 1920, Gold Cliff Mine was 2,000 feet deep and produced almost 6 tons of gold. Your guide will tell you the fascinating history and folklore surrounding the Gold Cliff Mine.
The adventure begins in the Gold Cliff Mine parking area to fill out forms and put on your helmet and gloves. Your guide will tell you [...]

Sutter Gold mine is located in Northern California’s gold country in the Sierra Nevada Foothills. More specifically, Sutter Gold Mine is located on Highway 49, north of Sutter Creek and south of Amador City. Just a short drive from Sacramento or a couple hours driving from the Bay Area, this little gem is worth a family visit. There are several other historic mines near Sutter Gold Mine including Lincoln Mine. Leland Stanford was able to use his money he made from this mine to help finance [...]

In 1876, the national Park Service designated Black Chasm Cavern as a National Natural Landmark. Since then it has been delighting nature enthusiasts and curious children from all over the country with stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones and the vast arrays of rare helictite crystals. Above ground, you can also try mining for gems! Everyone is guaranteed to find something special. Black Chasm Cavern was the inspiration behind the Zion cave in the second and third installment of the Matrix movies.
Black Chasm Cavern is open every [...]

The 2011, 60th annual, Oakdale Rodeo will happen in the second weekend in April 2011 in Oakdale, California. Oakdale is located in Northern California about 2 hours from Yosemite and 2 hours from the bay area. The Oakdale Rodeo is sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA).
The events include local team roping, barrel racing, and bull and bronc riding. Most people know what barrel racing is, but many may not have heard about team roping. It is when one cowboy (called the header), [...]

In the unfortunate event you run over an animal or you see one on the side of the road, please contact Street Maintenance for Twain Harte Roadkill Removal at (209) 584-3851. An editor of Animal People Newspaper, Merritt Clifton, has done some research into the kind of animals killed by motor vehicles in the United States every year. His work hasn’t been peer-reviewed but the results are astounding: 41 million squirrels, 26 million cats, 22 million rats, 19 million opossums, 15 million raccoons, 6 million dogs, and 350,000 [...]

The Phoenix Lake Golf Course opened in 1968 and has 2,711 yards of beautiful luscious green throughout 9 holes. One cool feature of the website is you can actually take a virtual tour of their holes at http://www.phoenixlakegolf.com/golf/proto/phoenixlakegolf/course_tour/course_tour.htm.
Prices for Phoenix lake Golf Course for Monday through Thursday include: $17 for 9 holes and $22 for 18 holes, seniors get to play for only $15 for 9 holes and $20 for 18 holes. Juniors pay $13 for 8 holes and $20 for 18 holes. After 4 pm, [...]

Lake Don Pedro Golf and Country Club is truly an amazing gold course. Five thousand five hundred and sixty eight yards of greens nestled between Lake Don Pedro and Lake Mclure. Located in the Sierra Nevada Foothills, Lake Don Pedro Golf and Country Club has everything to offer in its golf membership and country club privileges. The clubhouse is done in Spanish style and features a bar, a pool, a health club and banquet rooms. There is a gold pro shop for all your needs as a [...]

Lake McClure and Lake McSwain are located in Mariposa County, just south of Yosemite in Northern California. Situated in the Sierra Nevada Foothills, Lake McClure and Lake McSwain are the ideal spot for close-to-home family fun. They are just a few hours from the bay area and even closer from the Sacramento area. They are owned and operated by Merced Irrigation District and they do a fantastic job keeping up the recreation area. They have five recreation areas to participate in as many fun activities as [...]

Springfield Trout Farm is a great place to bring the kids to learn to fish or to just hang out. Because Springfield Trout Farm will provide bait and rods, you don’t really need to bring anything. However I would recommend water, snacks, and sunscreen. Springfield Trout Farm is a little unique in that they charge you for what you catch. The average trout will cost you about $3.50. They will even clean your fish and pack them on ice to take home. You [...]

Lyons Reservoir is located in Tuolumne county in Northern California. The Stanislaus River runs through Lyons Reservoir and contains a great area for whitewater rafting and fishing. For something to do on land, Lyons Reservoir is a great place for bike riders of all experience levels. Riding around the reservoir is an easy ride and entirely flat. For the more experienced biker, try out the trails connecting to the trail around the lake. The area contains gorgeous views of the Sierra Nevada Foothills and pines [...]

Movies in the Pines 2010 is finally upon us. Enjoy outdoor movies every Friday during the summer at Rotary Stage at Eproson Park in Twain Harte, California. Movies start at dusk (between 8:15 and 8:30pm) and be sure to bring chairs and coats/blankets because it will certainly get chilly when the sun goes down. You may bring some snacks or hot chocolate, but they also sell popcorn and candy at Movies in the Pines. Your kids can play on the playground right next to the small [...]

If you are looking for an inexpensive way to see Yosemite without staying in the crowded park, look no further than Yosemite lakes Camping Resort. Yosemite Lakes Camping Resort includes RVs, tents, and river yurts. They are located about 5 miles from the West entrance to Yosemite National Park and 3 hours from the bay area. They have been serving Northern California since 1920 and have a history of being hospitable.
RV-Each site has a 30-amp electrical service, sewer, and fresh water, a picnic [...]

Twain Harte Concert in the Pines is one of the highlights of my summers in twain Harte. Every year, new and different bands, as well as some old favorites, perform at the Rotary Stage at Eproson Park. Every Saturday night at 6, bands of all styles take the stage. They have country, rock n roll, cover bands, and blues bands. To see a schedule to twain Harte Concert in the Pines, please visit their website at http://www.twainhartehomeowners.com/concerts.htm. Concerts start in June and run until the [...]