A Klamath Falls airman, out for a climb with a couple of friends, was 12,500 feet up Mount Shasta when he fell and broke his ankle. “His two buddies were […]
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CARE – Resources For Families And Young People In Crisis
Responding to a suicide crisis The CARE Team (Community, Assessment, Response and Education), developed by North Valley Community Foundation’s healing initiative Thrive, is a group of highly trained, compassionate community […]
Countdown to College: Tips to Help Students Find Their Fit
The high school road to college may seem like four of the most challenging years families face. Along with the deadlines and tough financial choices, parents and their children don’t […]
Volunteering Helps the Giver and the Recipient
In high school and college I used to volunteer for causes I was passionate about. Then I had children and my volunteer efforts revolved around their interests. I enjoyed spending […]
What to Pack in a “To-Go” Hospital Bag in Case of an Emergency
If you’re the parent of a medically complex child, you’re probably used to the unexpected. It’s crucial, especially with everything happening with COVID-19, to prepare for anything, including a medical […]
Dealing with Unsolicited Advice When Raising Kids with Disabilities
If you’re a parent, chances are you’ve gotten unsolicited advice from family, friends, and even strangers. If you’re raising a child with special needs, you’ve probably had people chime in […]
Women’s Business Center Helps North State Businesses Find & Navigate Disaster Recovery Resources
Between fires, droughts and a global pandemic, Northern California communities have been through many years of disasters and disaster recovery. At this point in time, there is not a person […]
Using The 5Rs To Help Clean Up The Planet
If you diligently separate your recyclables, take them to the curb or recycling center and still feel like you could be doing more to be a good “eco warrior,” you’re […]
Rock Climbing Basics In The North State
Rock climbing is a growing sport in the US and with its introduction at the 2020/2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo is now a major competitive sport. But many people also […]
Travel Eastern Shasta County Like a Local
Your family’s next adventure could be in the playground of the North State. The Intermountain region of eastern Shasta County has an abundance of natural beauty that makes it a […]
What Kids Can Learn From Collections
My kids love to collect everything from rocks to stickers. They bring my kids joy and entertainment and can be a great opportunity for kids to research and learn about […]
Easy Ways To Build Up STEAM At Home
STEAM (Science, Technology Engineering, Arts and Math) has grown in popularity in recent years as a way to educate children for the contemporary world and future jobs. You can foster […]
Getting All the Buzz on Bees at Orland’s Honeybee Discovery Center
Because one-third of all the food we eat is directly or indirectly dependent on honeybee pollination, bees and other pollinators are vital for human life. At Orland’s Honeybee Discovery Center, […]
