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President's Message
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As I reflect on another year serving this exceptional community of storytellers, photographers, travel writers, and conservation advocates, I appreciate the passion and dedication each of you brings to our shared mission. We are all so fortunate to live in a state with such diverse landscapes, from the fog-draped redwood groves of the north to the stark beauty of our …
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2026 Calif. Outdoors Hall of Fame Nominations Close Dec. 15
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Nominations for the 2026 Class of the California Outdoors Hall of Fame close on Dec. 15, 2025.
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Final photo judging period for 2025 for California Watchable Wildlife
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California Wildlife Photo Of The Year Contest September - October 2025 Comes to Close. Coming soon the Photo of the Year. Stay tuned!
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Pyramid Lake Explodes with double digit trout
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My first time fishing Pyramid Lake from a boat, rather than ladders along the shoreline, convinced me I’d found the Holy Grail for lahontan trout at this huge Northern Nevada tribal waterway.
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Native athlete runs to heal in new film
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In the new film “Remaining Native,” Kutoven “Ku” Stevens runs to remember and honor his great grandfather who escaped from an Indian boarding school as a child.
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Appreciate kindness of strangers this Thanksgiving
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Let's appreciate outdoor experiences which bolster faith in human nature this holiday season.
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Flight for Freedom - Hawk released back to wild after rehab at wildlife rescue
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Master Falconer Kari Freidig tests California Threatened Swainson's hawk for potential release. Freidig uses falconry techniques to help raptor rehabilitation and increase survival success after release back to wild.
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Exploring California's Historic Landmarks
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History Happened Here — Right Where You’re Standing! Three GPS guidebooks to California’s landmark history: 1,120 official state landmarks from No. 1 (Custom House, Monterey) to No. 1062 (Palace of Fine Arts). Follow coordinates, touch the plaques, and start your road trip through time today!
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My first visit to Yosemite was in winter. I discovered it was the best season to visit the park. Still my favorite - the peace and quiet will leave you breathless.
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Writing & Photography Contest offers cash awards to students
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Outdoor Writers Association of California invites California high school juniors and seniors to enter the sixth annual Pat Vachini Outdoor Writing & Photography Contest.
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John Steinbeck’s Baja Adventures
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The following article is an excerpt from Greg Niemann’s new book “Beyond Baja Legends”
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California Wildlife Photo Winners July-August 2025 Winged wonder and Sealife - Up-close and personal
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California's wildlife diversity never fails to impress. These four winning images are testament to that.
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The Best Birds Of Big Bear Lake Field Guide
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New field guide for Big Bear Lake birding enthuisasts
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Destination Visalia is a heartfelt community
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When people ask, "What is there to do in Visalia?" Follow me down the road to all the amazing explorations.
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TRAVEL CALIFORNIA – GIANT MARVELS OF CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK
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Walking among giants! From the Discovery Tree stump (once home to a bowling alley!) to The Twins, the rugged Old Bachelor, and the legendary Father of the Forest — Calaveras Big Trees State Park is a living cathedral of Giant Sequoias worth every step of a visit.
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First San Joaquin County Record of a Broad-billed Hummingbird
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Rare bird sightings are always exciting and especially when it's in your own native garden.
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for detailed guides on how to navigate and use the site.
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