North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

North State Parent

North State Parent

North State Parent is a free, monthly publication, both digital and print, with a growing distribution. We proudly serve the North State counties of Butte, Glenn, Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama.

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Reducing Plastic Pollution in the North State

Bottle refill station for famous Mt. Shasta water In October, Mt. Shasta’s Parker Plaza will be home to a new drinking fountain and water bottle refill station. Community members and […]

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Top Picks for Family-friendly Cycling

BUTTE COUNTY Bidwell Park; Chico 3,670-acre park offers miles of trails through Upper and Lower Bidwell Park. Choose an easy lower loop and stop at a few different playgrounds. Map: […]

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Play Parks in the North State— Family Fun All Summer

This summer pack a picnic and the perfect play clothes for you and the kids, then gather some family or friends and spend time at one of the many beautiful […]

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Top Ten Summer Adventures in the North State Right Now

When you’re in the mood for adventure close to home this summer, the North State has an abundance of options. Whether it’s on the land, under the land in the […]

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Summer Camps & Classes

After a year when your kids have missed social time with friends, the good news is that summer camp — during the day — is making a comeback in the […]

Green Paradise Garden, a new teaching garden project will inspire all those who want to learn more about compost, seeds saving and more!

Why Gardening Makes Good Sense For Children

Tender moments emerge at Maagic Mountain Farms in Mt. Shasta. @maagicmtnfarm At Maagic Mountain Farm in Mt. Shasta parents, elders and children gather for a weekly gardening experience. @maagicmtnfarm Whole […]

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Brande Moffatt & Women’s Health Physical Therapy – A Passion For Helping Women

The founder and owner of Women’s Health Physical Therapy in Redding, CA, and a Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner,  Brande Moffatt, PT, MPT, PRPC, is uniquely qualified to help women recover from […]

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The Clear Benefits of Cloth Diapers

This Earth Day, parents and parents-to-be may be considering one simple choice that can have a big impact in making the planet, and their children, healthier. That choice is the […]

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Natural Alternatives to Garden Pesticides

A common discussion topic among gardeners is how to keep out “unwanted” critters. When you come at this challenge from the perspective of keeping gardens safe for both humans and […]

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Helping Kids Through Divorce

Parental divorce or separation can be the most heartbreaking and difficult time a family may face. The conflict family separation may bring often takes a toll on children’s behavior, education, […]

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Free Writing Games To Get Kids Offline

With so many hours devoted to online school, maybe it’s time for some fun and free, writing games. I think of these as “gummy vitamins” of learning to write. Under […]

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Art In Any Form Has Lasting Benefits for All Ages

When we think of how children grow through play, that growth encompasses many forms, including  sports, games and art. Children naturally love art – painting, drawing, making music, the theater. […]