http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner en-us Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:00:34 -0700 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:12:22 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Tuolumnes-Mount-Knight-fire-continues-to-burn-Evacuation-lifted?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner       Mount Knight area map courtesy of thepinetree.net and CalFireTuolumne County’s Mount Knight fire continues to burn 10 miles north of Twain Harte, near Mount Knight on the Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River. The v... Northern California Events Goldrush Country News Getting Around Music Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:12:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Tuolumnes-Mount-Knight-fire-continues-to-burn-Evacuation-lifted?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Stanislaus-National-Forest-Mount-Knight-fire-expands-through-Tuolumne-County-to-650-acres?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Knight fire, Tuolumne County, photo courtesy of ThePineTree.netStanislaus National Forest Knight Fire, Mount Elizabeth, and Pilot Peak Fire Lookouts reported the beginnings of the Knight Fire on July 26th. Now burning approximately 650 acres, winds ... Northern California Goldrush Country News Getting Around Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:28:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Stanislaus-National-Forest-Mount-Knight-fire-expands-through-Tuolumne-County-to-650-acres?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Ironstone-2009-Concert-Series-Rocks-the-Sierra-Foothills?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Photo of Chris Issak courtesy of TicketMasterWhen you think of Ironstone Vineyards, you may think of wine, pristine grounds, or even a forty-four pound crystalline specimen of gold. However, the Ironstone concert series is another key reason to visi... Wine Gardens and Arboretums Northern California Events Goldrush Country Music Fri, 17 Jul 2009 18:10:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Ironstone-2009-Concert-Series-Rocks-the-Sierra-Foothills?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Wine-down-Fridays-at-Sierra-Repertory-Theatre-in-East-Sonora-June-26August-16?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Smokey Joe's Cafe photo courtesy of Sierra Repertory Theatre Sample select Calaveras County wines pre-show on Friday nights throughout the summer. Smokey Joe’s Café showcases entertainment from the Golden Age of American culture. N... Wine Events Goldrush Country Theatre Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:57:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Wine-down-Fridays-at-Sierra-Repertory-Theatre-in-East-Sonora-June-26August-16?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d1-July-4th-fireworks-sparkle-with-sounds-of-San-Francisco-Symphony-at-Shoreline-in-Mountain-View?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner 4th of July fireworks at Shoreline, Moutain View. Photo: LiveNationVacationing in the Bay Area or staying local? This 4th, visit a South Bay venue and get tickets for Fireworks with the San Francisco Symphony at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain Vi... Kids Northern California Events Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:54:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d1-July-4th-fireworks-sparkle-with-sounds-of-San-Francisco-Symphony-at-Shoreline-in-Mountain-View?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d27-Stellar-wine-and-food-at-the-2009-Calaveras-Passport-Weekend-in-Murphys-June-2628?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Arrow points to Newsome-Harlow tasting on Murphys Main Street.Wines Part II: Passport Event and Wine GuideCalaveras County offers endless wines to discover. To navigate through tasting rooms, wineries, and vineyards, take a map, and don’t hesi... Food Wine Kids Northern California Events Goldrush Country Deals Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:14:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d27-Stellar-wine-and-food-at-the-2009-Calaveras-Passport-Weekend-in-Murphys-June-2628?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d26-Wine-tasting-at-its-best-2009-Calaveras-Passport-Weekend-in-Murphys-June-2628?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Calaveras Wine Country photo courtesy of sierrawineriesStroll Murphys with glass-in-hand and taste a broad variety of award-winning local wines at the 13th annual Passport “Wine” Weekend. Sponsored by the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance, jo... Food Wine Northern California Events Goldrush Country Deals Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:34:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d26-Wine-tasting-at-its-best-2009-Calaveras-Passport-Weekend-in-Murphys-June-2628?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d21-Celebrate-Summer-Solstice-2009?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Night of Summer Solstice photograph by James Jones.Summer Solstice, Midsummer, or Litha, is the longest day of the year when the sun is strongest and earth brims with life. In the Northern Hemisphere, the days of June 20-22 mark the welcome of summe... Northern California Events World Travel Beaches and Parks Deals Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:43:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d21-Celebrate-Summer-Solstice-2009?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d19-Fathers-Day-in-Calaveras-County-Weekend-Adventure-Guide?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Mandler Studio photo. Anne Mandler and Dad on Murphys Main St.Father’s Day in the Sierra foothills of Calaveras County calls for nothing less than delicious food, cave tours, hiking, biking, fishing, golfing, water sports, wine tasting, beer s... Food Wine Kids Northern California Events Goldrush Country Beaches and Parks Deals Adventure Fri, 19 Jun 2009 21:38:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d19-Fathers-Day-in-Calaveras-County-Weekend-Adventure-Guide?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Fourth-of-July-travel-deals-on-Expedia-San-Francisco-from-231?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner 4th of July Dinner Dance and Fireworks cruise. Photo: Alcatraz.us.toursIf you’re not quite sure what you’ll do this 4th of July, it’s not too late to plan. Consider a trip to a top U.S. destination and take advantage of some excell... Events Beaches and Parks Deals Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:56:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Fourth-of-July-travel-deals-on-Expedia-San-Francisco-from-231?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Proposed-California-state-parks-closure-list-includes-Calaveras-Big-Trees-Locals-anxious?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Photo of a Giant Sequoia Redwood courtesy of California State ParksCalifornia State Parks seriesGovernor Schwarzenegger’s proposed budget cuts have created statewide concern over the fate of 220 state beaches, parks, and reserves. The Sierra f... Kids Northern California Events Goldrush Country News Beaches and Parks Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:00:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Proposed-California-state-parks-closure-list-includes-Calaveras-Big-Trees-Locals-anxious?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d3-Closing-California-State-Parks-Is-this-the-answer-to-the-budget-crisis?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner *Sonoma Coast State Beach by Mark Dodge.Schwarzenegger’s plan for fiscal balance by closing state parks may affect more than California’s most treasured locales.“Nearly every state park in the Bay Area — from the towering red... Kids Northern California News Beaches and Parks Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:17:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d3-Closing-California-State-Parks-Is-this-the-answer-to-the-budget-crisis?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Columbia-Diggins-Relive-the-Gold-Rush-May-2831?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner   Photo courtesy of Columbia State Historic Park.Curious what the days of the Gold Rush were really like? Step back in time to 1852 at Columbia Diggins. The recreated ‘tent town’ is home to prospectors, merchants, craftsmen, and fami... Kids Northern California Goldrush Country Sat, 30 May 2009 11:22:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Columbia-Diggins-Relive-the-Gold-Rush-May-2831?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d28-Jamaica-RitzCarlton-style-ja-mon?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Mangos: Photo courtesy of The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica, now offers a deal worth mentioning.June through October, take advantage of the ‘Escape to Luxury’ package. Resort rates start at $409 p... Kids World Travel Spas Thu, 28 May 2009 02:35:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d28-Jamaica-RitzCarlton-style-ja-mon?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Its-graduation-time-Find-what-you-love?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Graduation 2009     Photo courtesy of Chelsea Turner      Congratulations Chelsea and Avery It’s graduation time. As many of us venture out to support our family and friends or throw our caps in the... Technology Tue, 26 May 2009 02:29:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Its-graduation-time-Find-what-you-love?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d24-Apple-Camp-Technology-meets-Summer-fun-for-kids?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner   So you’re thinking of creative summer activities for your kids? Then, think no further than Apple Camp. Enroll them in a day of play while learning about technology at an Apple Retail Store.Here’s how it works:Your kids are shown ... Kids Northern California Technology Sun, 24 May 2009 01:52:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d24-Apple-Camp-Technology-meets-Summer-fun-for-kids?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d16-2009-Calaveras-County-Fair-and-Jumping-Frog-Jubilee-May-1417?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner   The midway and carnival, 2007. Photo by Kate Gonzales. Frogs really do jump in Angles Camp. People from all over the world (and all walks of life), come to the Calaveras County Fairgrounds to compete and get a glimpse of the leggy, west-... Food Wine Kids Gardens and Arboretums Northern California Events Goldrush Country Farms Sat, 16 May 2009 13:08:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d16-2009-Calaveras-County-Fair-and-Jumping-Frog-Jubilee-May-1417?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Apple-of-my-eye-Covers-Apple-Ranch-in-Tuolumne?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Photo of Cover's Apple Ranch by Mandler Studio. Trees blow in the breeze. The sounds of goats, sheep, children laughing, the train chugging around the track fill the air. The scent of apples and cinnamon creates a dizzying haze over the picnic table... Kids Northern California Events Goldrush Country Farms Thu, 14 May 2009 19:01:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Apple-of-my-eye-Covers-Apple-Ranch-in-Tuolumne?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d10-Northern-Californias-best-flower-gardens-and-nurseries?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner Photo by Mandler Studio. There is nothing quite like brilliant blossoms and floral fragrances (hachoo!) to get me into a springy mood. In the Sierra Foothills and across the state, California Poppies and wildflowers line the roads and hillsides. Ora... Wine Gardens and Arboretums Northern California Sun, 10 May 2009 18:35:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d10-Northern-Californias-best-flower-gardens-and-nurseries?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d4-More-than-good-eats-abound-at-Grounds-in-Sierra-gold-rush-town?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner If you’re a parent, you know there are not a lot of places you can have delicious food, drinks, atmosphere, and take the kids. Grounds in Murphys offers it all.We walked in at 6:00pm on a Saturday (one of their busier nights) and scored what tu... Food Wine Kids Mon, 04 May 2009 12:10:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7831-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d4-More-than-good-eats-abound-at-Grounds-in-Sierra-gold-rush-town?cid=exrss-SF-Sierras-Travel-Examiner