Photography: Paula’s Photo Art. Paula Schultz finds time to explore and capture images from all over Northern California with a special care given to nonprofit organizations. Her photos reflect the heart and soul of living in the region with her motto “every picture tells a story.”

On the Cover: Annie Dixon, age 8, left, and Selah Paulson-Wentzell, age 7, right, join Chico Creek Nature Center’s long-time resident tortoise, John, loved by many parents and children alike. The girls are in a fort built by the center’s Camp Chico Creek participants; it’s one of their favorite places to visit in beautiful Bidwell Park. Chico Creek Nature Center provides youth education in the natural sciences through engaging hands-on experiences.