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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Recreation & Sports
A Flag on the Play: Football Fears and Concussion Care, with Dr. Parker
Traumatic brain injuries are getting more coverage these days. But stories usually cover adult injuries. To learn more about the risks to our children, we reached out to Dr. Nate […]
Rock Climbing Basics in The North State
Rock climbing is a growing sport in the U.S. and with its introduction at the 2020/2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, is now a major competitive sport. But many people also […]
Local Treasures to Build Upon Your Family’s Homeschool Experience
Education is a cumulative process and, as homeschooling parents, we can be thankful that learning builds upon itself. Imagine laying one brick at a time and mortaring it solidly into […]
The Benefits Of A Summer Swim Racing League In Northern California
For families in Shasta, Siskiyou, Trinity and Butte counties, summer is a time for adventure, challenge and fun in the water. One of the best ways for kids to make […]
North State Star Student Athletes
Across the North State, high school students are studying and working hard to play the sports they love – and their efforts are paying off. Here are some exemplary star […]
Learn to Keep Your Kids Safe through C.A.P.E. Training
As parents, we face some unpleasant truths about the world we live in. In the US, one in three girls and one in 10 boys are victims of child sexual […]
Unleash Family Fun with the New Expansion at Terrain Park Climbing Center
Rock climbing, whether in a rock climbing center or on a mountain, improves fitness, strengthens muscles throughout the body, builds confidence, boost brainpower and has mental health benefits, according to […]
When They Don’t Make the Team
Being part of a team is a great experience for kids and helps them build social skills, make friends and build confidence. However, when your child tries out for the […]
Different Sports for Different Kids: Getting Children to Develop a Lifelong Love of Physical Fitness
At a time when being hooked on smartphones is prevalent in our society, it’s more important than ever to help children (and adults) make physical fitness a priority. But how […]
Snowshoeing 101
Snowshoeing is cheaper and easier than almost any other winter sport — and it’s great exercise in which the whole family can participate together while experiencing the snowy North State […]
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. […]