Folsom and its Humble Beginnings

When I first started researching the old gold mining towns in Northern California, I had no idea that there were so many, especially in Placer County. Most of those towns and settlements are nothing but memories and ghost towns from the past, but thankfully, there are a few that remain. […]

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Unfortunately Wildfires are Nothing New to Placer County

It breaks my heart to see the damage that the King Fire, along with the other fires that are burning in California, has done to our beautiful landscape, not to mention the poor wildlife. To think that the King Fire was deliberately set makes my blood boil as it not […]

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The Rich History of Dutch Flat

I just love living in Placer County. There is so much history in our beautiful county, especially during the 1800’s. Some of the little towns that existed during the Gold Rush are just a memory, while others are still thriving. One of my favorite little places, Dutch Flat, is near […]

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Baxter California a True Blast from My Past

Placer County is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Being born and raised in Placer County has really made me appreciate everything about it, including the small townships that are dotted along Interstate 80 and the old Highway 40. My ancestors, the Baxter family, traveled across the […]

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Deciding Where To Move

Moving to an area you’re unfamiliar with can be a real challenge and that’s why it’s always a good idea to choose a Realtor whose been in the area a long time and knows the “ins and outs” of the different communities.  You really need to ask yourselves what’s important […]

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Kayaking and Paddle Boarding Near Auburn CA

Auburn is known as the  “Endurance Capital” and for good reason!  With the warm weather we’ve been experiencing over the past month staying cool is high on everyone’s list.  Kayaking or paddle boarding’s always a good option and Lake Clementine’s a nice lake to do that on.  Upper Lake doesn’t allow […]

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