North State Parent magazine

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

Stacey Leigh Mohr

Stacey Leigh Mohr

Stacey Leigh Mohr’s family took her wilderness camping from a young age, taught her to fish, to cook tasty meals over a campfire, and to appreciate and work to preserve the natural beauty of wild places.

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Marty Sochet is well prepared for safety AND fun on his family River Dancers river rafting adventures.

Summer Family Adventures With River Dancers Whitewater Rafting

Hikes to spectacular waterfalls, breathtaking starry nights, stories and music around a campfire, watershed education and history, epic water battles, jumping off rocks, swimming rapids, kayaking – these are some […]

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Shasta Gravity Adventures – Strengthening Family Relationships and Building Community

“We have a strong belief that outdoor recreation builds and strengthen relationships among young and old,” says Monique Monmonier-Birch, co-owner with her husband, Christian Birch, of Shasta Gravity Adventures in […]

Students and parents make and sell treats at the Wildflower Music Festival. 
All proceeds benefit Wildflower Open Classroom

Start the Summer Season at the Wildflower Music Festival

Summer is just around the corner, with the promise of opportunities to enjoy a bounty of talented musical performers at outdoor music festivals throughout the region. Wildflower Music Festival, one […]

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Earth Day Celebration, Education, Music and More in Mount Shasta

“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a room with a mosquito.” – The Dalai Lama Earth Day, celebrated April 22 every year […]

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Safety and Security in the North State

Thousands of dedicated law enforcement, fire and first responder personnel throughout the North State work hard every day to respond to emergencies and do their best to protect and serve […]

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Water Safety is Essential in the North State

I heard just the quietest little “plip.” I was pregnant with my second child and standing in our above-ground pool, letting the water buoy my enormous belly and relieving my […]

Youth roller hockey is fast, competitive, inclusive and most of all it’s fun.

Ice or Roller Hockey: North State Kids Find Community, Encouragement and Personal Growth While Having Fun

“Participating in hockey helps kids build character,” says Siskiyou Ice Rink Manager Gary Nordell. “It helps them understand how to be in competitive situations and develop motor skills and coordination. […]

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Siskiyou Humane Society: Dedicated Staff Maintains Fear-Free Shelter for Animals

Mount Shasta native Riley Whitherell loves animals. She decided after college that she wanted to work at the Siskiyou Humane Society (SHS) in her hometown. She applied for a secretary […]

Students enjoy creative expression through an Exploration workshop printmaking project.

Liberty Arts and Jefferson Center for the Arts: Siskiyou County Venues Where Art and Artists Flourish

Artistic spaces offer a place for people to come together and create in an atmosphere of non-judgement. This supportive environment is especially important to nurture budding young artists. Siskiyou County […]

At Siskiyou ice rink you can skate outdoors at the foot of majestic Mount Shasta.

Holiday Celebrations in the North State – Fun Ways to Spark YOUR Family’s Holiday Spirit

Marvel at the Holiday Lights Redding Garden of Lights, Turtle Bay Exploration Park and Botanical Gardens Nov. 17-Jan.9. Wed-Sun, 11am-9pm. $15-$25, free for children under 4. Walk down winding paths […]

Adoption Center Manager Rick Formanek gets a kiss from a Rescue Ranch dog.

Rescue Ranch: Saving Dogs and Changing Lives

If you, like me, are a dog lover, you’ll want to know about the Siskiyou County no-kill dog shelter and sanctuary, Rescue Ranch. I recently spent a morning at the […]

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Redding Midwifery: Providing Safe, Family-Centered Pregnancy and Childbirth Options

Our ultimate goal is to help you have a healthy, safe and rewarding birth experience,” says Naomi Bjorgan, LM, CPM, founder and owner of Redding Midwifery, a business which provides […]