With less than a week to go before Christmas, most folks are rushing around trying to get in the last minute shopping before Santa climbs down the chimney. However, if you are one of the lucky few who have completed all of the holiday tasks with time spare, there are […]
Rocklin is Gearing Up for the Holidays
Just like the rest of Placer County, Rocklin is gearing up for the holidays, and if you are looking for activities that the entire family can enjoy, you will not be disappointed. Although this is more of an activity for your vehicle than it is for your family, The Rocklin […]
Open House Sunday Nov 16th 1-4PM 5938 Tanus Circle Rocklin 95677
Located in one of East Rocklin’s most desirable neighborhoods – this beautiful home is situated on 1.9 acres. Some of the features include solar system (which is paid for & last year’s electric bill was only $350), covered patio with outdoor kitchen, raised beds for veggie gardens, rock waterfall in […]
The Humble Beginnings of Halloween
Halloween has always been a special time of year in Placer County. I remember when we were growing up that we would always paint the windows in downtown Auburn. There were always some great works of art with kids painting everything from witches and goblins to pumpkins and ghosts. Trick […]
Forgotten Mining Camps in Placer County
Last week I talked about Mormon Island and a bit about the area, but didn’t get a chance to share what I’ve learned about some of the other little mining camps that were in the area during the Gold Rush. Negro Bar was one of those mining camps, and one […]
Unfortunately Wildfires are Nothing New to Placer County
It breaks my heart to see the damage that the King Fire, along with the other fires that are burning in California, has done to our beautiful landscape, not to mention the poor wildlife. To think that the King Fire was deliberately set makes my blood boil as it not […]
The Rich History of Dutch Flat
I just love living in Placer County. There is so much history in our beautiful county, especially during the 1800’s. Some of the little towns that existed during the Gold Rush are just a memory, while others are still thriving. One of my favorite little places, Dutch Flat, is near […]