North State Parent magazine

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

Stacey Leigh Mohr

Stacey Leigh Mohr

Stacey loves living in the North State and writing about this beautiful, diverse and fascinating region of California.

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Stargazing: Starry, Starry Nights in the North State

One of the best parts of camping is gazing up at the night sky filled with stars sparkling like diamonds, undimmed by ambient city lights. Keep an eye out for falling […]

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Siskiyou Economic Development: Supporting Small Businesses Throughout the North State

Since 2020, small business has been driving the bulk of U.S. job growth, according to the US Census, employing 45.9% of Americans. By June 2025, there were 36.2 million small […]

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Cultivating Curiosity: Outdoor Education in Siskiyou County

Many of us remember school days consisting of hours sitting at school desks, listening to the teacher, studying, reading, sometimes struggling to pay attention, perhaps daydreaming and almost certainly anxiously […]

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Historic McCloud: Picturesque Mountain Jewel Getaway

“McCloud is just the most beautiful little ‘Hallmark’ town,” says Shari Rouiller, executive director of the McCloud Chamber of Commerce. Established in 1895 by George W. Scott and William VanArsdale, […]

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Redding Midwife Nora McNeill A 50 Year Legacy of Beautiful Birthing Experiences

“Nora is amazing. She knows just what to say to each person to comfort them and guide through the birth process.” This and many other similar glowing statements praising Nora […]

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Leave No Trace

This spring and summer, as you and your family enjoy the bounty of natural beauty with which we are blessed here in the North State, be sure to remember to […]

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The Lao Community in Weed: Preserving a Local Cultural Treasure

The Lao community in Weed, consisting of 35-40 families, has been thriving since Lao refugees from the Vietnam War moved there in the 1970s.Sponsored by local families and churches, “they […]

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Snowshoeing: A Family Winter Sport “Shoe-in”

Sometimes, the mention of “winter sports” calls up visions of expensive equipment rental or purchase, pricy resort passes, half-a-day of driving to reach the best snowy trails and high skill […]

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DS LASER ENGRAVING: A SISKIYOU COUNTY GEM

Are you considering an exceptional engraved gift for a special someone? Do you need a thousand custom engraved items for a big event? Are you concerned about quality, durability and […]

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Happy Lunar New Year 2026 the Year of the Horse

The Year of the Horse in the Chinese Zodiac begins Feb. 17, 2026, and this year is the year of the Fire Horse, bringing energy, freedom and transformation until Feb. […]

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New Lodge Welcomes Guests at Far Northern California’s only Cross-Country Ski Area

On the slopes of Mount Shasta – rising 14,162 feet into Far Northern California’s crisp alpine air – families have been enjoying world-class, meticulously groomed trails, peaceful mountain vibes and […]

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Rockside Ranch: Restoration and Hope for Young Men in Crisis

Life happens. And for some, addiction, homelessness or lack of skills and self-confidence can stand in the way of their life goals and can lead to hopelessness, despair and personal […]