Field trip curriculum for Lewis & Clark National Historical Park. Marker for Middle Village - home of the Chinook tribe that once lived at the mouth of the Columbia River.
"Through the Eyes of John Muir~Practices in Environmental Stewardship" A field studies curriculum guide for grades three and four.
Great Blue Heron waits at the American River for Chinook Salmon coming home to spawn - photo from "Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge."
Cottonwood Charcoal Kilns in Inyo County. stand as a reminder of the devastating impacts of the California Gold Rush on forests, rivers and landscapes. Learn more about California Historical Landmarks at www.sierranevadageotourism.org
Seagull guards its salmon during the fall run on the American River - photo from the book and blog post "Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge"
Spring newsletter feature for John Muir Land Trust welcomes visitors to Fernandez Ranch in Martinez to enjoy scenic views and wildflowers.
Gold miners in Plumas County, California held the first ski competitions in North America. Learn more hidden history of Gold Rush towns of the Sierra Nevada Region. Visit www.sierranevadageotourism.org.
A series of short features to highlight places to visit, eat, shop, cycle and hike posted on Rails to Trails Conservancy "Traillink.com."
One of more than 100 narratives describing California State Historical Landmarks. Argonaut, Kennedy and Eureka Mines were one of the largest gold producers during the California Gold Rush.
"Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge" captures morning wake up activities of wildlife on the American River using first person narratives, photos and video.

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