Pinecrest Lake is located on Highway 108. This road is closed in the winter past the small town of Strawberry, but it is open to Pinecrest and Dodge Ridge Ski resort. The towns of Sugar Pine, Confidence, Mi-Wuk Village, Sierra Village, Long Barn are all south west of Pinecrest Lake on Highway 108. Pinecrest Lake is located at about 5,600 feet. It is a beautiful small clear blue lake surrounded by forested mountains. There is a marina and a FREE … [Read more...]
Gold Country, CA – Sonora
Sonora (the queen of the southern mines) is the heart of the southern gold mining towns. Sonora was first established by miners from Sonora, Mexico. This town was important during the mining days and remains so even today. Sonora was established during 1848 and has been the county seat of Tuolumne since 1950. Even though Sonora was established in 1848 people have traveled through and settled here since the late 1820's. During its early mining … [Read more...]
Gold Country, CA – Twain Harte
Twain Harte is located about 20 or so minutes east of Sonora two miles off of Highway 108. This is a nice place to stop for either lunch or a relaxing break on your way to Sonora Pass as there are a surprising number of small restaurants in and around the 'center' of town. In the mood for mini golf? A seasonable miniature golf course is located near the center of town. Very family friendly. The feel here is different then some of the … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Attractions
Spokane offers such a wide diversity of attractions and experiences, that even the most vanilla type personality will not be bored. Those who simply want to visit Spokane in the summer and read books can do so in numerous park. Shopping is plentiful. Intriguing architecture. Plenty of museums. Family attractions including for children. Manito Park is well worth a visit, especially for those who enjoy plants and formal gardens however beware … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Coeur d’ Alene
Coeur d' Alene is the name of a city (population 30,600) and also a lake. Lake Coeur d' Alene has been called "one of the 5 most beautiful in the world" by National Geographic. And one can experience this relaxing on her shores some warm summer day. When the sun is out the water is extremely blue. Pine trees grow around the water's edge and forests cover the surrounding hills. The resort town of the same name is located along its shores. A … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Missoula Art Galleries
Missoula has an abundance of art galleries compared to most of the towns in Montana. All numbers listed below are in the (406) area code. Art Museum of Missoula is located at 335 North Pattee Street. They are open Tuesday 12pm until 8pm and then again from Wednesday through Sunday from 12pm until 6pm. This contemporary art museum is located in downtown. Features 3 galleries with changing exhibits and a museum shop. Tuesday admission is … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Helena Montana
Helena is the capital city of Montana. At about 31,000 people it is one of the smaller state capital cities in the USA. Helena was founded by four prospectors from the state of Georgia in 1864. The city was first named, Last Chance Gulch. The miners were tired of finding little gold on their travels and the gulch, now downtown Helena, was where they struck it rich. Helena became a territorial capital in 1875 and a state capital in 1889. The name … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Helena Art Galleries
The following are several art galleries in Helena and or art museums. All phone numbers listed below are in the (406) area code. Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts is located at 2915 Country Club Avenue. Phone Number 443-3502. www.archiebray.org Bear's Den Custom Framing & Gallery is located at 633 Helena Ave. Phone Number 442-4151. Birds & Beasleys is located at 70 South Park Ave. Phone Number 449-0904. Visit: … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Kalispell Art Galleries
The following are several art galleries in Helena and or art museums. Often artists during the prime of their careers will maintain a retail gallery - but as they age, close the retail space but still show their works by appointment. All phone numbers listed below are in the (406) area code. Abbrescia Fine Art & Pottery Studios are located at 12 First Ave. They are open Monday through Saturday from 11am until 5pm. Joe and Sue Abbrescia are … [Read more...]
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, or as locals call it, "The City", is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. How many cities have a population of just over 750,000 and have the instant name recognition that San Francisco has? What other city can lay claim to have founded the United Nations, introduced the topless dancer, and the hippie movement? How many cities are known world wide for its cultural diversity and cultural acceptance? Where else can you … [Read more...]
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