http://lakealmanorarea.com The Lake Almanor Basin and surrounding area spread across a natural wonderland created by millions of years of geologic forces, a crossroad where the granite of the Sierra Nevada meets the lava of the Cascades. ...come together with the mountains. Enjoy hours of pleasure on Lake Almanor with its 52 miles of shoreline, in Lassen Volcanic National Park which boasts the southernmost volcano in the Cascade range and in the 1.2 million acres that make up the Lassen National Forest and Caribou Wilderness area with over 300 campsites. This is a playground for all seasons, for all ages and any lifestyle. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:55:07 +0000 http://snappages.com en http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/09/02/what-do-you-like-about-our-area http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/09/02/what-do-you-like-about-our-area Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:55:07 +0000 Susan Bryner http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/09/02/what-do-you-like-about-our-area
]]> http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/06/05/great-turn-out-for-the-first-wine-walk-when-is-the-next-one http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/06/05/great-turn-out-for-the-first-wine-walk-when-is-the-next-one Sat, 05 Jun 2010 11:35:00 +0000 Susan Bryner http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/06/05/great-turn-out-for-the-first-wine-walk-when-is-the-next-one Momboosa Music Festival in Lake Almanor. Hey, will somebody buy this man a Lake Almanor Sweatshirt?! [...]]]> Momboosa Music Festival in Lake Almanor. Hey, will somebody buy this man a Lake Almanor Sweatshirt?!



Commemorative glasses and map sent walkers on their way.



The next Wine Walk, June 19th will feature the music of BLT at B & B Booksellers and local food at some locations. Stay tuned. Future dates: Wine Walk dates are May 29, June 19, July 3, July 16 and August 7. The Momboosa Music Festival is on July 17 - Headliner Chuck Wicks!



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Chester Cemetary. The American Legion honors those who served our Country.

Honorary Mayor Cloe O'Brien touring Chester Cemetary to honor the Veterens of our community who have passed on.

And, our Flower Boxes made it out in time to honor the day! Thank you Robin Schumacher, Sharon Henry, Ginger Stratford and Team for making it happen. This is the box outside of Ayoobs honoring Chester Veterans - Past, Present and Future.

]]> http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/05/21/digital-photograhy-workshop-in-the-park http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/05/21/digital-photograhy-workshop-in-the-park Fri, 21 May 2010 14:10:00 +0000 Susan Bryner http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/05/21/digital-photograhy-workshop-in-the-park
Understanding composition and lighting, sunrise shoot including camera shooting techniques, Photoshop demonstrations, shooting and processing panoramas, and image review and critique are just a few techniques that will be offered during this course.

Following a thirty-year career as a California State Park Ranger, Bob Grace began working as a professional assignment photographer in 2000. His work has appeared in books, magazines, newspapers, and websites as well as inseveral prestigious exhibitions. During his years as a California State Park Ranger he developed his own personal sense of environmental place while gaining knowledge of local flora, fauna, and resource protection. He brings many levels of skill and experience photographing the natural and cultural world to his outdoor classroom. Visit Bob's website at www.pbase.com/bgrace.

Registration is open for ages 18 and up. Fees are $350.00 per course including pre-trip planning help, course registration, course materials, Park entrance fee and two and a half days of professional instruction. Participants are responsible for providing their personal SLR Digital
Photography Camera and gear, food, lodging, and transportation.

Established in 1939, the Lassen Association is the nonprofit partner which supports and assists Lassen Volcanic National Park in research, interpretation, and conservation programs. For more information on the Lassen Association and the digital photography workshops, visit www.lassenassociation.org or call (530) 595-3399.

For park information, contact the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, daily, 9:00 am to 5:00pm (530)595-4480 or visit the website at www.nps.gov/lavo.


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Where do we tickets for Momboosa? www.momboosamusicfestival.com and at local participating [...]]]>
Where do we tickets for Momboosa? www.momboosamusicfestival.com and at local participating stops. Is the craft show at Chester Park free? You bet!

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Woodard, who hails from southern California, will bring his unique brand of surfer-country musical stylings to the Momboosa stage this July 17. Check him out at
Woodard, who hails from southern California, will bring his unique brand of surfer-country musical stylings to the Momboosa stage this July 17. Check him out at http://www.alexwoodard.com/


]]> http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/05/16/chuck-wicks-to-be-the-headline-performer-at-momboosa-music-festival http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/05/16/chuck-wicks-to-be-the-headline-performer-at-momboosa-music-festival Sun, 16 May 2010 15:29:00 +0000 Susan Bryner http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/05/16/chuck-wicks-to-be-the-headline-performer-at-momboosa-music-festival Check out his new video!

]]> http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/02/26/28th-annual-mile-high-100-bike-ride-win-a-bike-drawing http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/02/26/28th-annual-mile-high-100-bike-ride-win-a-bike-drawing Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:58:00 +0000 Garn Pringle http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/02/26/28th-annual-mile-high-100-bike-ride-win-a-bike-drawing June 19, 2010 for the 28th Annual Mile High 100. This annual event features three courses, a CENTURY, a METRIC and a 1/2 METRIC ride around the Lake Almanor Basin and Indian Valley. We are expecting 500 + riders, along with a great afternoon of food and [...]]]> June 19, 2010 for the 28th Annual Mile High 100. This annual event features three courses, a CENTURY, a METRIC and a 1/2 METRIC ride around the Lake Almanor Basin and Indian Valley. We are expecting 500 + riders, along with a great afternoon of food and entertainment at our Chester Park. "Come Together with the Mountains" and join us for this exciting event. Registration forms can be found at MileHigh100.com or on the Chester -Lake Almanor Chamber of Commerce Event Registration Page.

Win-A-Bike drawing to be held in conjunction with the Mile High 100

A 24 speed Gary Fisher Mountain Bike has been provided by our local Bodfish Bicycles and Quiet Mountain Sports. Valued at over $500.00, some lucky individual will be riding off on a brand new bike during upcoming the Mile High 100.

Drawing tickets are available for a donation of $5.00 per ticket and are available wherever you see this poster displayed and through the Chamber of Commerce. You do not have to be present to win! Proceeds from the drawing will be used to fund the Mile High 100 event and the Chamber's future efforts to promote our four season recreational area.

www.MileHigh100.com.

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Liquid Blue Events and the Chester Chamber of Commerce loved bringing the entertainment and sounds of the islands to [...]]]>
Liquid Blue Events and the Chester Chamber of Commerce loved bringing the entertainment and sounds of the islands to Lake Almanor in 2009. Paradise and tropically clad, the goal of the concert was for anyone and everyone to have a blast. The Momboosa Music Festival featured a wine walk through the boutique and specialty shops, an art and vendor show, children's area, the Paradise in the Pines celebration, island music and much more.

Save the date! And check back for more info www.momboosamusic.com/.



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Photograph courtesy of Feather Publishing

]]> http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/02/03/a-look-back-at-the-2009-snowmobile-poker-run http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/02/03/a-look-back-at-the-2009-snowmobile-poker-run Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:31:00 +0000 Susan Bryner http://lakealmanorarea.com/blog/2010/02/03/a-look-back-at-the-2009-snowmobile-poker-run
The 2009 Lake Almanor Poker Run was a great day for the entire Chabrier family. Beautifully groomed trails, great friends, good food...it just couldn't have been much better. I wonder, did they go in 2010?

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There is nothing more exciting than the first sled ride! Unless it is the cup of hot chocolate that follows.

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