North State Parent magazine

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

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Top Ten Summer Adventures in the North State Right Now

When you’re in the mood for adventure close to home this summer, the North State has an abundance of options. Whether it’s on the land, under the land in the […]

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Supporting the Siblings of Children with Special Needs

What it’s like to grow up with a sibling with special needs In families of children with special needs, we hear a lot about the importance of providing support for […]

Every year, Greta and Kent Kohler lead Tehama County youth on life-enhancing camping and horseback riding tips through Lassen National Park.

Horses, ATVs and The Kohler Family – Building Self-Worth for Tehama County Youth

Preparing for an extended camping trip can be hard work for any family, but imagine adding loads of four wheeled or four legged toys for 2-15 kids and you get […]

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More Mess Means More Fun This Summer

Summer is coming and you know what that means, right? Long, unstructured days punctuated by “I’m bored,” and “There’s nothing to do.” This really means kids are tired of doing […]

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Red Bluff’s Big Splash Project – Creating An Inclusive Place For Children Who Love The Water

Sidelined by the pandemic, and now back on track Over the last year, the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a tremendous toll on local businesses and community endeavors, and The Big […]

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Premium Kombucha & Healthy Food Options At Alua’s Thrive Bar

Founders Nion Sheppard and Rebecca Allen started selling their ultra premium Alua Kombucha at the Mt. Shasta farmers market in 2017. Brewed with Mount Shasta’s famous volcanic spring waters and […]

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Sam Van Kirk – Delivering Babies, And A Commitment To Serve

Over his 20-year career as an MD/OBGYN, Sam Van Kirk has delivered upwards of four thousand babies at Mercy Medical Center in Redding, CA. As Sam introduces these little miracles to […]

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Steven Bryan – Figuring Out What Individuals Need Most

Steven Bryan describes the Siskiyou Community Resource Collaborative (SCRC) as a “space where you can have a millionaire standing next to someone who is homeless.” With branches in Dunsmuir, Montague, […]

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Grandparents Can Bring Great Riches Into A Child’s Life

Each spring our community is treated to a heartwarming sight as Jack Wylie, 94, makes his way to a front row seat to watch his great granddaughters grace the stage […]

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Strengthen Your Relationship When Raising a Child with Special Needs

Raising a child with special needs is equally difficult and rewarding. The daily challenges of parenting a child with special needs can be taxing, leaving parents feeling physically, emotionally, and […]

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Campfire Safety Can Prevent Wildfires and Preserve Forests

Forests are amazing places covering almost a third of the Earth’s land, including over 700 million acres in the United States. Forests are home to a huge variety of plants […]

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Not Just for Taco Tuesday – Salsas Spice Up Any Day

As a staple on most tables for Taco Tuesdays, salsa is one of my favorite condiments. The blend of peppers, spices and tomatoes, with just the right amount of heat […]

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Natalie Peterson Gets Back to the Wild With Dye Creek Wildlife Rescue

The land and its critters are in Natalie Peterson’s blood. After all, when you are raised as a rancher’s daughter, you often feel like a wild critter yourself! On the […]

Toddlers can start learning independence by helping with simple chores, like folding laundry.

Helping Your Child Develop Independence

As a mom of kids ranging from 2 to 12, I realize how quickly time flies. I love watching them grow, try new things, and discover their passions. As a […]

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Nurturing Young Entrepreneurs – June 5 Lemonade Day and Pennies on Purpose

I was just four years old when the health department (also known as Mom) shut down my first business, a door to door enterprise selling baggies of strawberries picked out […]

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