North State Parent magazine

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

North State Parent magazine

A free monthly publication

Kayla Anderson

Kayla Anderson

Kayla is a native Californian, freelance writer, and co-author of Moon Travel Guides’ Best of California State Parks and Northern California Road Trips. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from CSU, Chico and can be found exploring the North State, camping, or hanging out with her bunny Pepper Jack.

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Shasta Roller Hockey League players and coaches always have a blast, whether playing in their home rink or traveling to away games.

North State Teens Can Stay Physically Active Year-Round

By Kayla Anderson | September 21, 2026

When it’s too cold or wet to play outdoors, what are teenagers supposed to do with their time and energy? These students have been fortunate to find indoor spaces that […]

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6 of the Best Local Northern California State Parks for kids

By Kayla Anderson | May 31, 2026

In March 2026, one of Moon’s newest travel guidebooks Best of California State Parks was released, which I co-authored with Jenna Blough. A native of Redding, I grew up camping, […]

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North State Star Student Athletes

By Kayla Anderson | March 20, 2025

Across the North State, high school students are studying and working hard to play the sports they love – and their efforts are paying off. Here are some exemplary star […]

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Wildlife Rehabs Help Keep NorCal Landscapes in Balance

By Kayla Anderson | September 12, 2024

Northern California is known for its beautiful landscapes and it’s important to share the land respectfully with the variety of animals who rely on these natural habitats to survive. The […]

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Different Sports for Different Kids: Getting Children to Develop a Lifelong Love of Physical Fitness

By Kayla Anderson | March 11, 2024

At a time when being hooked on smartphones is prevalent in our society, it’s more important than ever to help children (and adults) make physical fitness a priority. But how […]

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North State Parent is a monthly digital/print publication that covers parenting issues, family matters on education and health tips, tricks, recipes and more especially aimed at the North State region of California.