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Supplement to the Auburn Journal and Colfax Record
Your activity guide to the Gold Country
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While Auburn is nestled in Mother Natures beauty, mans handiwork is also on display from May to September in Downtown Auburn. The gleam of a candy apple red paint job can be seen and the rumble of a 454 engine heard on the second Friday of each month as the 28th season of Auburn Cruise Nite roars onto Lincoln Way. Each spring and summer, more than 300 cars dot the street from the Auburn Chamber of Commerce building all the way down to the clock tower. Pre-1972 vehicles, of all makes and models, are available for viewing. And the best part? Its free. Thats right, this annual rit-
1. Take a cruise
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Foresthill residents Jerry Larimore and Gerry Winkler check out the motor of one of the classic cars during Cruise Nite in Downtown Auburn.
ual is free of charge to spectators and classic car owners. I am just amazed at the quality of cars that are here in the Auburn area, said event co-chair Bob Kennedy. They bring them out of the woodwork. Sample some of the vendors eats and drinks and stick around for the awards for Best Stock, Best Modified/Stock and Best Modified and come back in September for the 9-11 tribute.
~ Andrew DiLuccia
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HOW MANY ADVENTURES HAVE YOU TAKEN? CHECK EM OFF! 1. Take a cruise 2. Explore the past 3. Take your best shot 4. Party in the Park 5. See a show 6. Pick your own fruit 7. Shop at the farmers market 8. See a movie 9. Play an instrument 10. Go the distance 11. Take in a concert 12. Try the Tevis 13. Get a tattoo 14. Take a swing
15. Brave the rapids 16. Sip and swirl 17. Dive in 18. Get in the saddle 19. Swing your partner 20. Strike it rich 21. Take an artful walk 22. Make a mug 23. Cast a line 24. Munch on mandarins 25. Watch sled dogs in action 26. Ride a bike 27. Hit the road 28. Go camping 29: Take a hike 30. Feel the need for speed 31. Go boating 32. Check out the Colfax Museum
33. Have a night out on the town 34. Pamper yourself 35. Head for the hills 36. Break a sweat 37. Have fun at the fair 38. Spend less and get more 39. Take it to the courts 40. Love where you live
ON THE COVER Danica Macy, 9, and her brother, Wyatt, 7, learn how to pan for gold at the Bear River Campground. Roy Dodds, of Foresthill, has taught many a youngster how to find gold in our areas rivers and streams. Want to learn? Check out the Mother Lode Goldhounds, Page 18.
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2. Explore the past

Riches beyond mere gold are free for the taking for all who join the Heritage Trail museums tour Aug. 11-12. Delve into the past, from Roseville to Tahoe, when 18 sites welcome museum-hoppers with hands-on events. Every museum will have special things, said Melanie Barton, museums administrator for the Placer County Museums Division in Auburn. The Gold Country Museum will have fun gold panning, for which theres a small charge. The Maidu Museum (in Roseville) will have activi-
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3. TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT

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ner said. We are in the process of picking that one out. Nine to Five will feature a cast of 16 to 20 and is based on the movie of the same name. Tickets are available as of mid-May. Cost per person is $25 at the door or $20 general admission for advance purchase, $18 for seniors and children. Matinee is $25 at the door or $18 in advance. We serve desserts, which are included in the ticket price, Gardner said. Theyre nice desserts cheesecake, clairs, that type of stuff. Music and lyrics are by Dolly Parton, who also starred in the movie. Music and More Arts Academy in Auburn offers several youth programs over the summer, according to its website. Summer Theater Camp for ages 8-12 runs from June 8 to July 31 and will feature the musical Dragon Tale. A youth theater spring/summer project for ages 8-13 features The Hobbit. Class meets from 4-5 p.m. Thursdays through July 19. A Teen on Stage summer group meets from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays May-Sept. 19 and features Through the Looking Glass.
~ Gloria Young
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vation. You must have a lesson before you can shoot on the range. The Auburn Trap Club does not rent guns, but it does have loaner firearms that you can use while at the range. Cost for a round of traps (25 in a round) is $6 and a box of shells cost $7. If youre under 18, it costs just $5 to shoot. Were friendly for kids. We have five high school teams that call this their home club, Fox said. Were very big into youth shooting. Lots of people bring their family out. The club, which has nearly 200 members, offers two types of shooting: trap, where targets go away from you, and five-stand, where targets come from multiple angles, simulating a hunting experience.
~ Andrew DiLuccia
Lisa Haley and the Zydecats headline this years Party in the Park. The free happening takes place Friday, June 15, at Regional Park.
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In these belt-tightening times, Auburns Scott Holbrook declares, Laissez les bons temps rouler, Louisiana French for Let the good times roll. Thats how the Cajuns say it. We just want to have some good, cross-generational fun, Holbrook said. Its something my mom would like, I would like and hopefully my kids would like. Were having one heck of a Cajun barbecue in North Auburn. And with fun in the forefront, Auburn will present its Party in the Park, admissionfree, mind you, Friday, June 15, at Regional Park. Get your purple, green and gold on for an afternoon of music and dancing on the expansive lawn to the music of Lisa Haley and the Zydecats. Haley leads her fivepiece band with a red-hot fiddle, playing in support of the Zydecats eighth release,
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5. SEE A SHOW
Local theater is one way to escape summers heat, with shows and workshops in Auburn for all ages. Late April saw casting for Nine to Five, Placer Community Theaters musical production to be performed three weekends in late July and early August. Its one of two the nonprofit puts on each year. Sally Gardner, board president of Placer Community Theater, is the co-producer. Our winter show will be in January-February, Gard-
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Zydecosis 2.0. Kicking off the musical fun is Mark St. Mary, who also boasts blues/zydeco roots. Auburn Recreation Districts Sheryl Peterson oversees kid-pleasing offerings like the Giant Kid Zone with its inflatables and petting zoo for the young-uns (There is a fee to use the huge, interactive toys). Vendors will be present if hunger strikes, along with the the PIP Beer Garden (where alcoholic libations can be bought). Several vendors work in support of charitable endeavors.
~ Anne Papineau
PARTY IN THE PARK When: Friday, June 15. Band warmups at 5 p.m.; Lisa Haley and the Zydecats perform around 7 p.m. Where: Regional Park, 3770 Richardson Drive, Auburn Cost: Free Info: (530) 885-8461
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6. Pick your own fruit

One of the delights of spring and summer is the cornucopia of fruits and vegetables the foothills has to offer. And they dont get any fresher than picking them yourself. In Auburn, Amber Oaks Raspberries grows a variety of berries for you-pick do-ityourselfers. According to a phone message, their berry season begins in June. At Berry Heaven USA in Garden Valley, owner Terrie Cook has about 500 blueberry plants 11 varieties as well as blackberries, raspberries, a you-pick vegetable garden and an herb garden. She also sells fresh eggs. So far, the weather has cooperated to put everything on track for the season. I have plants that are blossoming now that didnt blossom until later in the season last year, she said. I think well have an abundance if we dont have a frost that hits between now and the end of
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Renee Charleston, owner and grower of Charleston Lavender Farm, tends 700 of the fragrant plants at her acreage in Colfax. She opens the farm three days during the summer for you-pick visitors.
May. Lots of bees are now out there pollinating the flowers. If things stay on track as far as Mother Nature is concerned, well be OK. Berry Heaven charges $5 a pound if you pick the berries yourself or $6.50 a pound already off the vine. For those looking for youpick spots, Cook suggests visiting www.farmermaps.com. It lists locations and whats ripe for picking at each site. Looking for flowers? Chareston Lavender Farm in Colfax will be open for you-pick enthusiasts from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 10, July 15 and Aug. 12.
~ Gloria Young
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7. SHOP AT THE FARMERS MARKET

Farm-fresh vegetables and fruits are available depending on whats in season yearround at the farmers market Saturday mornings in Auburn. But late spring brings the opening of seasonal markets throughout Placer County. The Foothill Farmers Market Association will open the Blue Oaks location in Rocklin (6610 Lonetree Blvd.) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays from
June to December. Looking to shop on Sunday? Granite Bays farmers market runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. June through October in the Quarry Ponds Town Center, 5550 Douglas Blvd. Wednesday markets will be in Auburns DeWitt Center, Bell Road and First Street, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June to October; and on Main Street in Foresthill from 4-7 p.m., June through August.
~ Gloria Young
8. SEE A MOVIE
The Auburn area has seen its share of movie shoots from the silent film era (The Gold Rush, Greed) to modern times (Phenomenon, Breakdown). But the city also boasts several venues to see those classic and soon-to-be-classic motion pictures. The Silver Screen series, usually the first Saturday of the month at the Placer County Library, brings classic films back to life, with plenty of background from in-
the-know emcee Susan Rushton. The showings are free. Theyre all interesting, entertaining and fun movies, Rushton said. The State Theater in Downtown Auburn provides another venue. Its Cinema at the State series provides monthly showings. The State will also screen locally made movies and independent films. Auburn has a multiplex, too. The Regal Auburn Stadium 10 has as the name intimates
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11. Take in a concert

The sweet sounds of music are a familiar experience in Auburn, where musicians share their talents all year long. The American River Confluence Festival takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 10 at the American River Overlook. Live entertainment includes Joe Craven and the Pyronauts, haute trash fashions from recyclables, jugglers, storytellers and an art show. On June 24, Pioneer Presents hosts a concert at Pioneer United Methodist Church, 1338 Lincoln Way, Auburn. Beaucoup Chapeaux will perform along with two other groups from 3-4:40 p.m. An ice cream social is held after the concert. A donation of $20 is appreciated to help fund restoration of the church Its an eclectic concert with jazz, classical, possible quartet and vocal performances, said Sue Dings, series co-producer. The Auburn Symphonys season starts Saturday, Sept. 8, with a free Symphony in the Park performance at Auburn School Park Preserve. Masterworks Series Concert One is presented Oct. 27 and 28, and the beloved Messiah Singalong returns Dec. 11. And just a short drive away, check out the California Bluegrass Associations Fathers Day Bluegrass Festival, June 14-17 in Grass Valley. The event features a lineup of national headliners, California talent, workshops, camping, jamming and more. The sixth annual American River Music Festival is held Sept. 14-16 in Coloma. This years lineup includes Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Kings, Dangermuffin, Tony
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10 screens for movie viewers to choose from and plays most of the first-run, big studio releases.
~ Gus Thomson
Silver Screen Classic Movie Series: www.auburnsilver screen.com. State Theater: www.live fromauburn.com
9. PLAY AN INSTRUMENT
Boasting its share of musicians who have gone onto greatness in bigger arenas including Dokken drummer Mick Brown and guitar player George Lynch Auburn and its environs has an epicenter
for players at Encore Music. The Downtown Auburn music store has a wide selection of instruments and accoutrements for the rocker as well as the classical musician and all players in between. Encore provides lessons and there are several other instructors in the area wellknown for their skill in bringing out the best in a budding musician. Encore owner Larry Gosch said it takes practice to learn to play an instrument, and it can sometimes be frustrating, but the object of the lessons is joy. Its never too late to start and its a good way to relax,
Gosch said. There is a lot of talent out there but they never know unless they get a chance to play. Farther afield, Lake of the Pines Music and Rainbow Music Company have instructors to guide a student on their musical journey whether it be to Coachella or a comfortable chair beside an open fire in a local living room. Lake of the Pines Music has a fully stocked store, too.
~ Gus Thomson
10. GO THE DISTANCE

Hundreds of runners beat a path to Auburns doorstep each summer for the Western States Endurance Run from 100 miles away high in the Sierra to the finish line at Placer High Schools Stacy Dragila Track in Auburn. Spectators can join in the thrill of victory and just finishing the grueling course by finding a seat as runners begin arriving in the evening. One of the oldest, most challenging ultra trail events in the world, the run takes place the last full weekend of June. Runners will keep on arriving until 11 a.m. the Sunday of race weekend in order
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15. Brave the rapids

The American River is a sight for any outdoors enthusiast, but the upper and middle forks of the river remain nearly as popular today as they did in the 1850s, when more gold was found there than any other part of the river. Today, the forks are home to whitewater rafting with everything from family-friendly outings to Class IV rapids. Take a rollercoaster ride on the Tunnel Shute with Tributary Whitewater Rafting. The experienced company offers a variety of packages for all ages. Around here youve got things for kids from 4 (years old) to Class IV stuff that will be exciting for the majority of people, said Lorraine Hall, business manager at Tributary Whitewater Rafting. Adventure Connection offers two-day and group outings, along with the option of a meeting point in Auburn or overnight campout in Coloma.
~ Justin Lawson
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12. TRY THE TEVIS

The Auburn community has its horsey side and that is shown off most pronouncedly in mid-summer, when the Tevis Cup 100-mile endurance ride gallops into town. This years event is pegged for Aug. 4 and 5, with riders wending their way through the High Sierra to McCann Stadium at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. Deep snow kept the ride on ice until it was held last year in the fall, but all systems are a go for the traditional fullmoon start. Vantage points include Foresthill, Mountain Quarries Railroad Bridge and, of course, the fairgrounds finish in Auburn. Roger Yohe, Western States Trail Foundation volunteer office manager in Auburn, said the most convenient spot for spectators is the volunteer veterinary check in Foresthill.
The first horses arrive at 4:15 p.m. and the last ones leave at 8:30 p.m., Yohe said. There is lots of parking and a leader board to see how riders are doing.
~ Gus Thomson
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13. GET A TATTOO

There was a time when Auburn residents traveled down the hill into Sacramento to find a respectable piercing or tattoo shop. Today, its people from the valley who come up to Auburn. Auburn Tattoo Company and Body Piercing, Syndicate Tattoo and Utopia Tattoo and Body Piercing have welltrained staffs that specialize in everything from the average ear piercing to full-sleeve tribals. Were different from a lot of tattoo shops, said Utopia Owner Joey Sprawka, who has clients come to Auburn from as far away as Arizona.
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14. TAKE A SWING

Golf courses in the foothills dont get much better. The Ridge was voted best public course in 2011 by Auburn Journal readers and was home to a stop on the LPGA tour in 2004 and 2005. Dark Horse was awarded 4 stars by Golf Digest Magazine and was named one of the top 10 courses in the state. For the area, I think we have four of the best courses in the whole area, said Shawn Kelly, head golf pro at
The Ridge. Youve got Winchester and us and Darkhorse and Auburn (Valley) thats a good destination place to come up and play some good quality tracks. The Ridge was designed by world-renowned course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., in a natural setting full of oak trees and challenging water hazards on the final two holes. Dark Horse allows guests to take on two courses for one fee with packages available to play its sister course, Auburn Valley Golf Club. Winchester is a semi-private course in nearby Meadow Vista.
~ Justin Lawson
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American River Music Festival

The 6th annual American River Music Festival, September 14~15~16, will present over 25 live music performances by nationally renowned musicians in 10 locations throughout the friendly river community of Coloma. Performers include Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Kings, Dangermuffin, Poor Mans Whiskey, Tony Furtado, Tom Russell, the Wheeler Brothers, Birds of Chicago, Rita Hosking and Cousin Jack, Joe Craven Trio, Ray Bonneville with Nina Gerber and many more. The festival offers something for everyone with our riverfront main-stage, riverfront camping, a whitewater river trip, a guided riverfront hike, great kids activities, live art, an art market, jams, join-inshops, dancing, excellent food and beverages and an incredible showcase night. The Sacramento Bee recently named the festival as a Best of choice in their Living Here article, Looking toward a year of fun. For tickets, all performers, the complete schedule and information about this celebration of music and moving water go to www.americanrivermusic.org or call 530-622-6044. We are a fest best value with our three-day camping/all music ticket just $99 A and $49 Y. Main stage single-day tickets are $30 A, $15 Y. Early Bird prices apply through July 15th, so dont be a late bird. The festival is the project of American River Music, Inc., a charitable organization, based in Lotus, with a mission, to teach, inspire and enjoy music. Thanks for supporting live music!!!
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16. Sip and swirl

With a climate much like the Mediterranean, local winemakers say their flights have much to offer in the way of flavor for wine connoisseurs. With 18 wineries along the Placer County Wine Trail alone, tasting all the region has to offer is an easy adventure. Teena Wilkins, owner of

path. You are going to go by horse farms, a glass blower, a metal artist, several little ranches, and that is just in a three-mile stretch. Wilkins said the climate here allows vintners to grow emerging varietals as well as tried-and-true classics. You find a lot of the lesserknown Italian varietals and Spanish varietals. Whats unique is when you go to a lot of the other areas, they have become very commercial. We are kind of what Napa was 30 years ago, Wilkins added. If local wine lovers want to try even more of the regions wine, the Nevada County Wine Trail is just a short drive away.
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17. DIVE IN
Lake Clementine isnt a lake in the truest sense, but the upper and lower portions of the dam-controlled area provide options for swimmers. If youre not up for the lake experience, Sierra Pool in Auburn and Placer Hills Pool in Meadow Vista both offer lap swimming and lessons. Sierra Pool has a splash pad for kids with slides and other
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Vina Castellano and a member of the Placer County Vintners Association said many things make the Gold Countrys wine trail special. What I think is really nice about our trail is its a very agricultural trail, Wilkins said. If you start up at Fawnridge, you get off the beaten
water features for children. We have staggered the public swimming and swimming lesson times this year to offer the community greater accessibility and flexibility in scheduling, said Sheryl Peterson, recreation services manager at ARD.
~ Justin Lawson
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ferent dance: June is samba, learn the American tango in July and foxtrot in August. Cost is $7 per person, which includes refreshments. A practice party follows until 9 p.m. An American tradition continues twice monthly as the Foothill Country Dancers host Contra dances in Newcastle and Nevada City. The third Saturday of each month, dancers gather at the Portuguese Hall in Newcastle, where a beginners lesson begins at 7:30 p.m. One of the hallmarks of it is that its always done to live music, so theres always a live band, said Lonna Whipple, a member of Starthistle, which plays during the Newcastle dances. The music is based on jigs and reels, but it can develop characters within that. A caller gives the steps as the dance progresses. Cost is $8, $7 with membership. Following the lesson, a dance is held from 8-11 p.m. No partner is necessary.
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18. GET IN THE SADDLE

People looking to get back in the saddle or who have never ridden a horse can find lots of places to ride in the Auburn area. The Auburn Recreation District offers Back in the Saddle, a mature riders program for adults who have ridden before. Classes are held at the scenic C-Horse Ranch, and owner Honey Cowan and instructor Taylor Roundtree teach the course. Courses are held in June, July and August. Tammy McDonald Training offers lessons for all ages and experience levels at the working Willow Lake Ranch in Newcastle. Theres trail and arena riding, and summer horse camps for kids. All ages are welcome to come, said Wendy Munn. The kids receive about two to two and a half hours of riding a day, and they also get everything educational on the ranch, because it is an actual working ranch.
~ Krissi Khokhobashvili
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21. Take an artful walk

Every other month until October, a stroll through Downtown and Old Town Auburn invites people to check out dozens of artists showing their work in local businesses, and be entertained by musicians and street performers. Restaurants, bars, jewelry stores, clothing boutiques and more become galleries, showcasing artwork in a variety of media. Sculptors, photographers, painters and ceramicists display their work, and are present to discuss their creations during the walk. The Art Walk was founded 19 years ago by artists Larry Ortiz and Anthony Maki-Gill, who saw how art walks in other communities created a new way for people to see and learn about art. We basically created and installed art in nontraditional spaces, in order to begin to partner with this community and illustrate through example what this whole art thing is about, Maki-Gill said. We wanted to expand the opportunity for maybe a non-traditional art audience folks who might be intimidated to go into galleries or a museum.
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20. STRIKE IT RICH

Auburn was born in the Gold Rush, and the gold fever hasnt died down since. The Mother Lode Goldhounds boast 450 members, both locals and prospectors from Sacramento and the Bay Area. Members are regulars at rock and gem shows and events, where they demonstrate how to pan for gold and even show the nuggets theyve found in foothill
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19. SWING YOUR PARTNER

Hit the dance floor this summer, whether youre a ballroom pro or someone who wants to overcome those two left feet. Dance classes are held from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the DeWitt Senior Center, 11576 D Ave., Building 313A, Auburn. Attire is dressy casual, and partners are not required. Each month focuses on a dif-
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If you are feeling crafty or just looking for an afternoon activity, stop by N2 Pottery and let your creativity run wild. Our mission is to do all that we can to make supplies and tools available to help artists and ceramic students alike reach their full potential, said N2s Patty Bailey. N2 also offers a full-line painting studio and supplies. The studio provides the materials for artists of all skill levels. Staffers can assist with clays, glazes, tools and equipment. Looking for inspiration? See works by local ceramicists at The Arts Building Gallery Downtown or the Auburn Old Town Gallery. Artist Larry Ortiz teaches clay art classes at ARTspace, in the lower section of The Arts Building. Call (916) 2058956 for information.
~ Lindsay Chedester
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streams and rivers. Its really easy, said Annie Robinson, whose husband, Don, was one of the founders of the Goldhounds in 1998. We teach a technique, and then as you get better yourself and a little more confident in the fact that you can recover the gold once you start panning it, you will develop your own technique. Basically we teach you how to recover in and not lose it. The Goldhounds meet at 7 p.m. the second Friday of each month at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 100 East St., Auburn. While members often teach at various events, schools and the Placer County Museum, they can also be found out in the water, finding gold in the American and Bear rivers, and even on Folsom Lake. The Mother Lode Goldhounds sponsor is Pioneer Mining Supply, 878 High St., Auburn, where people can
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23. CAST A LINE

You dont have to go far to find a fishing hole in the foothills. Auburn offers a few places right in town, according to John Wadden at Will Fish Tackle. The best place in Auburn is probably Halsey Forebay, said Wadden, who has owned and operated Will Fish Tackle for 17 years. You can fish for trout with salmon eggs, powerbait or worms. Halsey Forebay is just off of Christian Valley Road on the corner of Bancroft Road in Christian Valley. Just outside of Colfax, Rollins Lake is another popular fishing spot. Wadden recommends Freeloaders Cove. True to its
name, the fishing is free and often worth the short trip. In Auburn, Rock Creek contains trout and bass. Access is limited, but Wadden said the stretch of creek behind Safeway in North Auburn is a good bet for anglers. The American River is a short drive down Highway 49. Conditions vary, but Wadden recommends hiking to a quiet stretch of the river to increase your chances of a bite.
~ Todd Mordhorst
24. MUNCH ON MANDARINS

The 19th annual Mountain Mandarin Festival invites lovers of the sweet zipper fruit to meet farmers and sample all sorts of mandarins and mandarin products at the 2012 festival. The festival draws growers from throughout the region. Highlights are the mandarin recipe contest and Best Placer County Mandarin contest, in
addition to lots of mandarinthemed foods and beverages, and a bevy of craft vendors. People appreciate the mountain mandarins that we grow here in Placer County for their sweetness, explained Executive Director Gary Gilligan. We leave them on the tree we dont treat them with waxes and oils like you find in the grocery stores or other places. People have fun when they come to festival, he added. If you dont have fun,then you dont want to come back, and we have a lot of people who come back every year because its a fun event.
MOUNTAIN MANDARIN FESTIVAL When: Nov. 16-18 Where: Gold Country Fairgrounds, Auburn Info: www.mandarin festival.com
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Fred Corcoran, of Auburn, rides out in front of the pack of about 50 motorcycle enthusiasts as part of the National Veterans Awareness Ride to Washington, D.C. in May.
road. I always bring a tent and sleeping bag. I always suggest camping, McCray said. Another day trip he recommends is up Highway 89 toward Quincy, when the weather provides a decent day, that is. Its a great summertime ride; you can hop in the river along the way. Just dont try it in wintertime, McCray said. Visit French Meadows and the end of the American River if youve got one day, stay overnight in Coarse Gold and
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~ Paul Cambra
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25. WATCH SLED DOGS IN ACTION

Locals looking for some fun in the snow will find actionpacked family fun at the Foresthill Sled Dog Winter Classic. Each year, weather permitting, mushers from around the country arrive to put their dogs and skills to the test. Connie Clark, of Foresthill, chairperson of the event and site director at Community of the Great Commission, said the event is always inspiring. I love the motivation of all the mushers that have the
heart and the drive to train their dogs all year round to qualify their dogs for the Foresthill winter classic, Clark said. The race has a lot of history and it all pertains to Foresthill. Among the attractions of the event are snowmen-building contests, winter survival skills training by Boy Scouts of America and Smokey Bear. A date has not yet been announced for next years event.
~Sara Seyydin
26. RIDE A BIKE

When the sun is shining in Auburn, there is no better way to experience the area than on a bike. Head east and tackle Foresthill Road, Iowa Hill or Mosquito Ridge. To the north wind through Au-burns version of wine country. Or cruise down Auburn-Folsom Road to the American River. The American River Canyon offers world-class mountain biking. Start at the
Stagecoach Trailhead off Russell Road and plunge into the canyon, where there is an extensive network of trails. The Foresthill Divide Loop off of Foresthill Road is another popular ride. The Divide Loop is a simple, 12-mile loop, its easy to find, and it doesnt get as popular as the (American River) confluence does on the weekends, said Travis Ward of Bicycle Emporium in Auburn. Its a good way to experience the area on a mountain bike.
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If hikers look from the right spot on Stagecoach Trail in Auburn, they can view not only the 2,248-foot-long Foresthill Bridge, above, but the confluence area and American River Canyon and the 100-year-old Mountain Quarries Railroad Bridge below. The two-mile trail starts at Russell Road in the Bowman area and descends 800 feet to the waters of the American River at the confluence. The climb back up the hill is moderate and takes about an hour and a half. Going down is easy, which gives hikers a chance to think about the route theyre taking a historic toll road to Foresthill built in 1852. Another hike to the American River Canyon is along the 4.5-mile Stevens Trail, also once a toll path. It starts in
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Stagecoach Trail in Auburn affords simultaneous views of the Foresthill Bridge and the American River confluence.
Colfax, ending at the confluence of Secret Ravine and the North Fork. This is a 7.4-mile moderate hike that takes about four hours. Both trails are perfect for viewing wildflowers, especially spring-blooming California poppies and lupine. We counted 49 different species of wildflowers, on the Stevens Trail recently, said Connie Heilaman, of Colfax.
~ Martha Garcia
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28. GO CAMPING
If you know what a Ruck-AChucky is, youre one up on me. When perusing the camping choices for the Auburn State Recreation Area, one common theme seems to stand out prepare yourself for the primitive. But thats why they call it roughing it. The area offers four primitive campgrounds. In most cases this means pit toilets and no available drinking water. Lake Clementine Boat-in
Camp is open from Memorial Day to mid-September. Reservations accepted, but no dogs, please. Mineral Bar Campground has 17 sites, first come, first served. American River Permit Camping is available in some areas outside of designated campgrounds, but not during fire season (typically July 1 through Oct. 15). You can get permits at the Auburn State Recreation Area office on El Dorado Street. Which brings us back to the Ruck-A-Chucky. Only five
campsites here, first come first serve, and it is at the end of a 2.5-mile gravel road that is closed during inclement weather. We always go to Sugar Pine Reservoir, said Darlene Robison of Foresthill. Its close, its clean, the campsites are spacious and theres running water. Its a beautiful spot. Robison usually takes the whole family, six or eight of them. Hiking and fishing are their main activities, but you can also boat, picnic or do a little horseback riding.
Just on the other side of Interstate 80 is Rollins Lake, which boasts 250 sites for tents and RVs, a full-service marina with launch ramps and rentals, a fully-stocked general store, plus an arcade, wi-fi, hot showers and flush toilets. If that doesnt get your Ruck-A-Chucky rolling, I dont know what will.
~ Paul Cambra
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31. GO BOATING
Two lakes excellent for boating are Rollins Reservoir, near Colfax, and Lake Clementine, about three miles east of Auburn. Boaters have access to Rollins Lakes 26-mile shoreline at Long Ravine, which includes a marina with boat launch. In addition to fishing for trout and bass, boaters can take in the scenery if they venture up the Bear River that feeds into Rollins Lake. Dave Estockle, owner of Performance Marine in Colfax, said Rollins is a nice lake and the best time for boating is during the week and nonpeak hours. After work and evenings is a good time to go. Its not crowded, like it is on weekends, he said. Clementine is a small lake, about 3.5 miles long. It has a boat launch ramp, marina and 15 boat-in-only campsites. The quiet lake is also a favorite way for kayakers and anglers to spend time on water.
~ Martha Garcia
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30. Feel the need for speed

The engines will be revving and the dirt will be flying all summer long at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. Fast Fridays is back. Fast Fridays owner Dave Joiner is excited about the weekly speedway motorcycle racing series as it enters its 22nd season. Dozens of riders will compete each Friday night through late September. Im anticipating an exciting season, Joiner said. I think it will be one of our best so far. Joiner said more than 85 riders are already registered for tonights action, which will include nearly 50 heat races and main events. The Division I field will include 20 skilled riders who speed around the short track, reaching speeds of 60 mph on bikes that do not have brakes. In September, the Fast Fridays track will host a flat track race for the first time. Auburn will host one leg of a five-round FIM Championship series that includes stops in Italy, Hungary and the Czech Republic. Its exciting for the community, Joiner said. The races will be part of the (Gold Country) Fair and were hoping to get eight international riders here. There will be
FAST FRIDAYS When: Gates open at 6:30 p.m., racing begins at 8 p.m. Fridays Where: Gold Country Fairgrounds, Auburn Cost: $12-$15 adults; $10 youth 10-15 and seniors 62 and older; kids under 9 free Info: www.fastfridays.com
Bart Bast, left, and Ryan Bast in a handicap heat race at Fast Fridays. Following behind the pair is Matt Becker.
folks watching from around the world, so it will bring a certain amount of attention to Auburn. The FIM flat track race will be held Sept. 8. Fast Fridays will host the AMA Championship Series final on Sept. 28.
~ Todd Mordhorst
32. CHECK OUT THE COLFAX MUSEM

Colfax hasnt forgotten it got its start as a railroad town and pays tribute to its railroad legacy at the Colfax Heritage Museum. The museum also focuses on Native American culture and the 49ers. Its housed in the old Colfax Railroad Depot, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. At one time, the building served both the Transcontinental Railroad and the Nevada County Narrow Gauge. Today, its still a
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Just a little more than an hour away from Auburn is a winter sports enthusiasts playground. The Lake Tahoe area offers seven top-notch ski resorts for skiers and snowboarders to play on from as early as late November if Mother Nature is kind to the end of March. During banner years, some resorts have offered skiing in July. Ski Lake Tahoe bills the region not as a place, but as the place for snow sports. Each of our seven ski resorts has their own personality, the website states. Squaw Valley, which played
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~ Jenifer Gee
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busy transportation destination, where passengers on Amtrak, the Capitol Corridor and Placer County Transit catch trains and buses. While they wait, travelers can check out the displays, including items from the now-closed Colfax Pharmacy. Museum volunteer Donna Williams said one visitor said he had been in many museums all over the world, and our pharmacy section was the best hed seen, proclaiming that it has a better selection than the Smithsonian.
~ Martha Garcia
33. HAVE A NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN

The next time someone says Auburn rolls its sidewalks up at dark, you may beg to differ. Theres plenty going on for those seeking a little nightlife. Just get yourself over to Lincoln Way, where you can hear live music three or four nights a week. Your best bets for weekend rock n roll are the Club Car, The California Club and Little Belgium. Midweek, the Club Car has Songwriters Showcase on Thursdays and Double Shots (two guys, two guitars, 1,000 songs) on Wednesdays. For the gamers, Little Belgium has Trivia Night Wednesday, where the winning team of two gets a free lunch. Open Mic is held
Thursdays. Its mostly acoustic singer/songwriter stuff, but weve had some R&B, some rappers come perform, said Aaron Christopher, Little Belgiums supervisor. We usually have a pretty fun time it goes up until we close at around 11:30 or midnight. You just have to be 21 and over, sign up when you get here. Its pretty laid back. If you prefer billiards over bar bands, The California Club and Pistol Petes Brew and Cue have pool tables.
~ Paul Cambra
34. PAMPER YOURSELF

Get away from the stress of everyday life and take a day to relax and pamper yourself, because relaxation is good for your health and well-being. Indulge and get a massage or facial, or pamper your piggies with a pedicure. The city is home to many salons and treatment centers so youll have to choose just the right one to suit your needs.
The Artistic Salon: www.the artisticsalon.com; (530) 8855206 Almost Paradise Salon: www.almostparadise salon.com; (530) 887-1672 Essence Salon & Day Spa: (530) 885-8888 Jay Vanti Salon & Spa: (530) 885-5012 Pizazz: (530) 888-0488 Visions: www.visionsspa.com; (530) 823-0455
Colfax Heritage Museum: 99 Railroad Ave., Colfax; (530) 346-8599
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37. Have fun at the fair

Carnival rides and games, livestock, a parade and more await this fall at the annual Gold Country Fair in Auburn. Exhibit halls, a rock wall and obstacle course, barn tours, puppets, clowns and delicious fair food are on tap for this years event, Sept. 6-9 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. One of the event highlights
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36. BREAK A SWEAT

There is no shortage of options for getting in shape in Auburn. Recently opened in Auburn is Fit1, a 24-hour fitness center on Auburn Folsom Road. The gym features brand-new Cybex weight machines, personal trainers and 24-hour access. Group classes include Zumba, spin class, sculpting, yoga and pilates. What sets Fit1 apart, according to General Manager Cara Steinmann, is the staffs dedication to educating members about fitness. We dont just want to sell
people a membership, she said. We want to make sure they understand how to use it.
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Shopaholics who want to spend without experiencing buyers remorse can hit one of many Auburn-area charity thrift stores. In addition to being friendly on the wallet, these stores offer the opportunity to give within the community and uncover hidden treasures. Susan Reynolds, manager of Piece by PEACE Thrift Boutique and a spokesperson for Second Hand Roads, a local coalition of charity thrift stores, said shopping and sharing with others are not necessarily mutually exclusive. The proceeds from Piece by Peace go to PEACE for Fami-
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Laura McNicholas, left, and Marianne Nodes sort through a bag of donated clothes at the Piece by PEACE thrift shop located at the Pioneer Village off Highway 49.
lies, which helps victims of domestic violence. Great bargains, to me that is always the first thing, on next to new clothing and accessories and collectibles, Reynolds said. Plus, it helps support local business and local charitable organizations.
~Sara Seyydin
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39. TAKE IT TO THE COURTS

More than 600 racquetwielding tennis lovers head to the courts at Auburn Racquet & Fitness Club, according to owner Jack Drimmer. While the nine courts see players of all ages, Drimmer said a new trend is 10 and Under tennis, inviting young children to learn the sport. The children play on a shortened court with smaller racquets and balls that no matter how wildly you hit them, they cant go far. Weve got little 5-year-olds who are actually hitting the
ball back and forth after an hour, Drimmer enthused. It has just exploded here this summer. In addition to the junior programs, the club offers tennis for adults of all experience levels, with plenty of instructors available to teach. The Auburn Recreation District has tennis courts, as well, at Regional Park in Auburn and Meadow Vista Park. Sugar Pine Ridge Park has one unlit court. A Junior Summer Tennis Camp is held June 11-14 for ages 7-11.
Auburn; (530) 885-1602; www.ar-fc.com ARD: (530) 885-8461; www.auburnrec.com.
40. LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE

This is my country! While the song of that title refers to the USA, country can be almost anywhere, said Colleen Conley, of Lyon Real Estate, a longtime Auburn resident. Once you have tasted country life, or was a visitor there, you may never be satisfied living in any other environment, Conley said. The draw is strong to enjoy
what this lifestyle offers space, sights and sounds of indigenous wildlife, and the ability to choose residents to nurture and enjoy. Auburns residents and visitors have a near-endless supply of recreation options. This special section offers a taste of what is in our beautiful area, from catching thrills on river rapids and exploring nature on winding hikes or horseback to trying a new sport or simply spending a day shopping. If you know of a fun activity we should highlight, drop us a line at ajournal@goldcountry
media.com.
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