Lassen-Feather River History Month Coming in May!

Lassen Peak Erupted 100 Years Ago in May!

“On May 22, 1915, an explosive eruption at Lassen Peak, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range, devastated nearby areas and rained volcanic ash as far away as 200 miles to the east. This explosion was the most powerful in a 1914-17 series of eruptions that were the last to occur in the Cascades before the 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens. Lassen Peak is the largest of a group of more than 30 volcanic domes erupted over the past 300,000 years in Lassen Volcanic National Park.” LVNP http://www.nps.gov/lavo. Honoring this event, 100 years later, is the vision of the Lassen-Feather River History Month.

History Tours & Treasures!

So, set your sights on the month of May for an explosive time of history and family fun! Make plans to visit Lassen Volcanic National Park and the communities of the Feather River. Each weekend will be filled with activities, tours and events extending from Lassen Park through Chester, Lake Almanor, Westwood, Greenville, Crescent Mills & Taylorsville.

What are some of the things to do and see in May?

Take museum tours honoring over 200 years of Logging, Ranching, Mining & Maidu Indian History • Visit displays depicting the awesome geological history of Lassen Volcanic National Park • Take Historical Walking Tours • Spend a 1940’s Night at the Museum • Attend a USGS Lecture Series at Lassen Park • Do a Local History Scavenger Hunt • Take a Tour of the Devastated Area from Lassen Peak Eruptions • Attend Local History Presentations and Lectures • Ride in the Indian Valley Century Bike Ride • Attend Children’s History & Geology Activities • Browse a Craft Fair • Take a Nature Walk • Visit the Indian Valley Gem Display • Visit an Art Show • Play a History Game • Discover a Local Geocache.

For Information and a Schedule of Events go to www.MountainAffairs.com

Thank you to our Event Sponsors:

Community Partner

• Coldwell Banker Kehr/O’Brien Real Estate

Platinum Sponsors

• Westwood Area Chamber of Commerce
• Almanor Recreation & Parks District
• The Collins Companies

Gold Sponsors

• Greenville Rotary
• Books & Beyond
• Lupine’s Natural Foods
• Westwood Musuem
• Best Western Rose Quartz Inn

Silver Sponsors

• Sterling Sage Fine Jewelry, Furnishings & Antiques
• HideAway Motel & Lodge
• St. Bernard Lodge
• Quail Lodge Lake Almanor

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Future Gifts: Vacations For Your Family!

Even for those who “have everything,” there’s one gift that will have them thrilled and bubbling over with anticipation. Consider presenting a gift of a vacation in picturesque Lake Almanor, located in Plumas County, California. That special someone will absolutely love the exclusive look and feel of our Lake Almanor vacation rentals. This scenic spot has captured natural beauty in a wealth of ways. From the mountains in the background that beckon to the expansive blue of Lake Almanor, this is a hideaway for those who need to get away from the chaos and noise.

Lake Almanor – A Gift to Look Forward To
Our Vacation Rentals can be booked well in advance of the rental season, which opens in May. Spring, summer or fall, Lake Almanor is the place to enjoy life at its most pristine in a vacation rental with full accommodations. Rentals include Lake front house, cabins and golf course homes Enchant someoneon your gift list with a Lake Almanor vacation that will create a lifetime of memories.

Make Reservations Today
It’s important to make reservations today – available rental homes fill up fast! This exclusive, mountain area is a natural attraction and a vacation site that offers activities like boating, swimming, skiing, world class fishing, hiking, biking, off-road fun or just a long, quiet walk amid the trees. For couples on the gift list, vacation rentals at Lake Almanor are a romantic way to walk the beach together or enjoy a moonlit night under the stars. Lake Almanor is no longer an exclusive secret. Share it with those on your holiday gift list.

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Neighborhood Profiles, Central Plumas County: Quincy, Feather River Canyon, & Bucks Lake

It’s no secret that Plumas County features some of the most spectacular country living in all of Northern California. Located along Highway 70, Plumas County real estate offers a rural lifestyle like no other. Known to be a sportsman’s paradise, Plumas County boasts a rich wilderness, the snow covered peaks of the Sierra and Cascade Mountains, as well as 100 lakes and a 1000 rivers. Golf enthusiasts can also enjoy one of five 18-hole championship golf courses surrounded by picturesque mountains and pine forests. Central Plumas County in particular is among the best with paradisiacal communities like Quincy, Feather River Canyon and Bucks Lake.

Quincy is the county seat of Plumas County, and in 2013, Budget Travel named it #8 on its list of America’s Coolest Small Towns. As of 2014, Quincy’s population was recorded to be 5,789 people. The local economy is comprised of both a white-collar and blue-collar workforce. The commute to work for the majority of the residents is on average only 12.82 minutes, making it one of the shortest daily commutes compared to the rest of America.

Bucks Lake is located 17 miles southwest of Quincy and is the center of outdoor recreation. Here, activities are enjoyed all  year long. With winter sports like snowmobiling and cross-country skiing, the 75 miles of snow covered trails makes Bucks Lake a leading destination for snow lovers. And for photographers and history buffs who appreciate a strong railway history, Bucks Lake offers impressive bridges and tunnels, and the “Williams Loop” – an impressive mile-long loop crossing over itself to gain elevation.

Plumas County real estate offers living at its very best in the Feather River Canyon community. This area is one of the most popular scenic driving routes in the state. Enjoy an amazing drive through the rugged canyon walls as well as admiring the beauty of waterfalls and wildflowers. The Feather River provides whitewater rafting, kayaking, gold panning and much more.

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