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service offers fly fishing, hiking, biking, snow shoeing and other excursions. info@evergreenlodge.com evergreenlodge.com
swim, fish, boat, tennis, etc. Rentals by the day, week & month. Many privately owned homes & condos to choose from. Please call for free information on Rentals & Sales. homes@georgeandcarol.com georgeandcarol.com
BLACKBERRY INN B&B
ALL SEASONS GROVELAND INN
18656 Main Street (209) 962-0232 This historic inn is 23 miles from the north Yosemite gate. Each of five suites offers upscale amenities, jacuzzi, steam room, fireplaces, fresh ground coffee stations and hand-painted murals depicting the beauty of Yosemite. jjenkins@goldrush.com allseasonsgrovelandinn.com
BERKSHIRE INN BED & BREAKFAST
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7567 Hamilton Station Loop (209) 962-4663 The Blackberry Inn is a replica American farmhouse with a lovely wraparound porch surrounded by national forest. Unmatched service and hospitality are the Blackberry Inn’s trademark. innkeeper@blackberry-inn.com blackberry-inn.com
DIAMOND O & CHERRY LAKE CAMPGROUNDS
19950 Hwy 120, (209)962-6744 The Berkshire Inn was built in 1988, with country comfort and luxury in mind. This sprawling lodge sits on 20 wooded acres, with nature trails and beautiful vistas. The massive open beam construction, lounges and breakfast areas create a warm and friendly environment for all of our welcomed guests. berkshireinn@bigvalley.net berkshireinn.net
34660 Evergreen Road 800-342-2267 The fishing is great! The scenery is fantastic! The facilities are clean, wellmaintained, and very popular. Diamond O is probably the closest camping facility to the west entrance of Yosemite National Park. Restrooms are handicap accessible. info@americanll.com americanll.com
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EVERGREEN LODGE AT YOSEMITE
10551 Smith Station Road (209) 962-1942 Originally a stage stop in the 1800’s, this site is now a beautiful working Guest Ranch located between Yosemite National Park and Groveland. We have two rooms available plus room for events, gatherings, retreats and weddings. askdranns@yahoo.com bigcreekmeadowranch.com
HOTEL CHARLOTTE
18736 Main Street (209) 962-6455 Enjoy convenient and affordable lodging on the way to Yosemite National Park. We are in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, not far from Stanislaus National Forest. Located in the gold rush town of Groveland, the Hotel Charlotte, a 10 room bed & breakfast hotel on the National Register of Historic Places, is home to Café Charlotte, a full service Groveland restaurant with a small bar. Nearby is an airport, golf course and stables at Pine Mountain Lake. hotelcharlotte@aol.com hotelcharlotte.com
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18583 Highway 120 (209) 962-7180 Your Mountain Dream...Above the Crowd. Vacation rentals (70 to choose from) with refreshing views of sparkling Pine Mountain Lake, Sierra peaks in Yosemite, or the magnificent Tuolumne River canyon. At Yosemite Gold Vacations you can choose to be private or outgoing...wander a ferny streamside path in solitude, or greet folks along the boardwalk in historic gold rush Groveland. yosemitegold@goldrush.com yosemitegoldvacations.com
SUNSET INN YOSEMITE GUEST CABINS
27557 Packard Canyon Road (209) 962-1818 A lovely six-bedroom, 5,000-square-foot log cabin on a mountain top overlooking the beautiful snow-capped mountains of Yosemite. Fireplace, piano entertainment center, satellite TV, DVD, VHS, stereo,(Wireless internet available). Located only 10 miles from Yosemite Park entrance. williamcharlson@sbcglobal.net lillaskogyosemite.com
33569 Hardin Flat Road (209) 962-4360 Three charming, secluded cabins, far from the crowds, yet in close proximity to all the natural wonders of Yosemite National Park. Surrounded by lush forest, Sunset Inn sits on the edge of a lovely, private meadow. Beautiful “Craftsman” style wood interiors, queen beds, wood burning stoves, well equipped kitchens, and private bathrooms. sunsetinn@mlode.com sunsetinnusa.com
33160 Evergreen Road 209-379-2606 The Evergreen Lodge is a classic mountain resort offering Yosemite’s finest all-around lodging and recreational experience. The historic lodge was expanded and modern- PINE MOUNTAIN CUSTOM RENTALS ized in 2004 and now offers cozy cabins in 18731 Main Street - Hwy 120 the woods, a full-service restaurant and (209) 962-7123 tavern, recreation center, meeting/event hall, general store and nightly activities. Pine Mountain Lake private community In addition, the Evergreen’s onsite guide located 24 miles from Yosemite. Golf,
19301 Elder Lane (209) 962-0403 Imagine waking up in a log cabin in a
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warm, snuggly bed with a big quilt on top, and looking outside to see that you’re surrounded by majestic pine trees and a crystal clear blue sky. After a good night’s sleep, you’ll enjoy a hearty country breakfast (chef Joe’s signature specialty is biscuits ‘n gravy’) that will get your day off to a great start. The Cub Inn is located in the Sierra Nevada mountains. thecubinn@mlode.com thecubinn.com
YOSEMITE PINES RV RESORT
cabins, full hookup RV sites and garden cottages. General store, restaurant, showers, gasoline and propane all on site! yosemitejoe@bigvalley.net yosemiteridge.com
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20450 Old Highway 120 (209) 962-7690 Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging provides some of the finest Yosemite Camping in the area, located a beautiful 30 minute drive from the gates of Yosemite National Park! Yosemite Pines RV Resort and Family Lodging in Groveland, California is the park that offers the vacationer affordable lodging choices when looking for the best options for Yosemite camping, yosemitepinesrv@yosemitepinesrv.com yosemitepinesrv.com
18767 Main Street 209-962-4000 Relish your Yosemite adventure and leave the details to us. Savor a lazy morning in the most luxurious featherbed you’ll never want to get out of! Our room rates vary in price from $145 to $285. Each unique Victorian-style YOSEMITE REGION room includes a private bath, TV, free VACATION RENTALS high-speed/wireless Internet access, 18736 Main Street telephone/voice mail, down comforters, European antiques, a coffee grinder and 209-962-6455 brewer, a CD player and an alarm clock. Vacation rentals: Condo, Duplex, or Triguestservices@groveland.com plex. Easy access to Yosemite National groveland.com Park, the beautiful Tuolumne River and Cherry Creek with Class 4 and 5 whitewater river rafting. No minimum stay, discounts for extended stays, breakfast included. Full linens and traditional hotel amenities provided. hotelcharlotte1@aol.com yosemiteregion.com
THE INN AT SUGAR PINE RANCH
21250 Hwy. 120 (209) 962-4000 Cottages and rooms with private baths, some with whirlpool tubs and fireplace. Clean and comfortable in a peaceful setting. Large family cottage. Pool relaxation area, and walking trails. Breakfast included. Perfect for vacation getaway, and special events. Friendly, knowledgeable travel assistance. Off season YOSEMITE RIDGE RESORT discounts available. Children 3 and over 7589 Hwy. 120 welcome. Open year-round. (209) 962-6877 guestservices@groveland.com sugarpineranch.com Only 12 miles to the west gate of Yosemite. We feature family cabins,camping
11399 Cherry Lake Road (209) 962-7408 Whether you want a relaxing vacation or just a comfortable overnight stop, Yosemite Riverside Inn has it all - scenery, fresh pine scented air, a restful atmosphere, and invigorating activities. info2@YosemiteRiversideInn.com yosemiteriversideinn.com
YOSEMITE ROSE BED & BREAKFAST
22830 Ferretti Rd (866) 962-6548 This late 1800’s ‘Italianate Revival’ Victorian bed and breakfast lodging took 3 years to build and is a replica of a famous Bay Area mansion that is now a museum. The retreat is situated off the old stage coach run to Yosemite. The retreat lies on 90 quiet acres bordering the Stanislaus National Forest. Surrounded by grand oaks, towering pines, freshwater ponds, and a new olive orchard, the facilities include: the manor house, a fully-equipped country cottage, horse stables, and an arena. info@yosemiterose.com yosemiterose.com
YOSEMITE WESTGATE LODGE
7633 Highway 120 @ Buck Meadows (209) 962-5281 The Lodge is nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains within the recreational wonderland of the Stanislaus National Forest. The surroundings offer a natural and undisturbed forest setting with various hiking trails that carve through the Gold Country. We offer 44 spacious and modernly appointed units. yose4vac@mlode.com yosemitewestgate.com
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elcome to the new owners of the Hotel Charlotte, Doug and Jenn, who invite you to enjoy convenient and affordable hotel lodging on the way to Yosemite National Park, on Highway 120 in Groveland. The Hotel Charlotte is in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, near the Stanislaus National Forest and world class white water river rafting on the Tuolumne River. The Hotel Charlotte is a 10 room bed & breakfast hotel on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also home to Charlotte Bistro & Bar. Nearby is an airport, golf course and stables at Pine Mountain Lake, and we are just 24 miles from the Big Oak entrance to Yosemite National Park on scenic Highway 120. www.yosemite120gateway.com
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120 Things To See & Do On The Way To Yosemite Via Highway 120
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1. California Poppies just past Chinese Camp 2. The Red Barn 3. Chinese Camp 4. Moccasin Creek Fish Hatchery 5. Old Priest Grade Road 6. Old State Route 120 7. Alpine Columbine 8. Hotel Charlotte 9. The New Visitors Bureau in Chinese Camp 10. Lembert Dome 11. Olmstead Point 12. The dog who ran for Mayor 13. San Joaquin Valley Strawberry Stands 14. Tioga Pass Resort & Cabins 15. Siesta Lake 16. The 1852 Iron Door Saloon 17. Groveland Hotel 18. Tuolumne Meadows 19. The Round Corral 20. Lee Vining 21. Colfax Spring 22. Groveland Wayside Park 23. Evergreen Lodge 24. Hetch Hetchy Reservoir 25. A million wildflowers from East Knights Ferry to the South Shore Lake Tulloch Rd. 26. “Rollercoaster Road” East of 395 27. White Wolf 28. Tenaya Lake 29. High Sierra loop to May Lake 30. Mono Lake Limestone Tufa
31. California Spotted Owl 32. Lyall’s Lupine 33. Alpine Goldenrod 34. Pine Grosbeak 35. Sooty Grouse 36. Mountain Heather 37. Dwarf Huckleberry 38. Chipmunks 39. Pika 40. Yellow Bellied Marmot 41. Porcupine 42. John Muir Trail 43. Yosemite Toad 44. Lodgepole Pine 45. Cathedral Lake Trail 46. Sunrise Lakes Trail 47. Porcupine Creek to North Dome 48. Yosemite Black Bears 49. Tunnels in Yosemite 50. Foresta Barns 51. Merced Canyon 52. Diana Falls 53. Rainbow Pool Falls 54. Little Nellie Falls 55. Jawbone Falls 56. Preston Falls 57. Cottonwood Meadows 58. Smith Meadows 59. Harden Lake 60. Pate Valley 61. Carlon Falls
62. Madeline Falls 63. The Upside Down House 64. Hetch Hetchy 65. Tueeulala Falls 66. Wapama Falls 67. Rancheria Falls 68. Road to Cherry Lake 69. Dogwood Trees 70. Broadleaf Maples 71. Oak Trees 72. Black Cottonwood 73. Quaking Aspens 74. Mt. Maclure Trailhead 75. Crane Flat 76. Sagehen Summit 77. Benton Hot Springs 78. Mono Mills Historical Site 79. Poot’s Cactus Nursery 80. Chinese Camp School built Pagoda style 81. The Upside Down House in Lee Vining 82. Buck Meadows 83. Road to Coulterville 84. Rockhounding for Mariposite and Serpentine 85. The Oakdale Cowboy Museum 86. Knight’s Ferry Covered Bridge 87. Rushing Hill Lookout Road 88. Orange Blossom Recreation Area 89. Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum 90. Moccasin Reservoir 91. Tulloch Reservoir
92. Lake Don Pedro 93. Yosemite Pines RV Resort 94. Tioga Pass 95. Yosemite Valley 96. Bridal Veil Falls 97. Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls 98. El Capitan 99. Cathedral Rocks 100. Three Brothers 101. Glacier Point 102. Curry Village 103. Ansel Adams Gallery 104. The Ahwahnee 105. Half Dome 106. Nature Center at Happy Isles 107. Merced River 108. Yosemite Chapel 109. Yosemite Lodge 110. Mirror Lake/Meadow 111. Vernal Fall 112. Nevada Fall 113. Little Yosemite Valley 114. Cooks Meadow Loop 115. Panorama Trail 116. Four Mile Trail 117. Valley Floor Loop 118. Yosemite Museum 119. Indian Village 120. Western Tanagers
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CONCEPT, DESIGN & PRODUCTION Paul Bell ADVERTISING SALES Paul Bell Sonora Chamber of Commerce GROVELAND ADVERTISING SALES Paul Pieretti, Lakeside Marketing 209.962.4143 EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Paul Bell John DeGrazio Patrick Kaunert Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau Black Oak Casino Groveland Community Services District PHOTOGRAPHS John DeGrazio O.A.R.S. Lee Hedgepeth Paul Bell The Groveland Hotel Mountain Sage Music Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau Terri Metz (Groveland) Doug Pensinger COVER PHOTOGRAPH ‘Hiker’s View’ by John DeGrazio/Yexplore.com. “This image was taken from Upper Cathedral Lake on a warm July day. After hiking from Tuolumne Meadows to Cathedral Pass, we decided to take a swim in the lake. Surrounded by the glacially carved peaks of Yosemite’s high country, we cooled our feet and gazed at the pale blue summer sky.” John DeGrazio DISCOVER GROVELAND is a joint publication of The Sonora Chamber of Commerce and Paul Bell l Marketing Solutions, supported by sponsors and advertisers in an ongoing effort to promote Groveland and Tuolumne County. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information contained herein is accurate at the time of publication, but neither entity assumes any responsibility for errors, omissions and changes.
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2-3 YEAR-ROUND LODGING GUIDE Groveland and the surrounding area is a great place for just a one-night escape or for the entire summer, fall or winter. 4 120 THINGS TO SEE AND DO ON 120 Take advantage of the most scenic route, CA State Highway 120, all the way to Yosemite and discover 120 things you might never have seen until now. 5 REGIONAL THEATRE The award-winning Stage 3 Theatre Company announces its 2012 season. 6 - 7 GROVELAND LIFE Eye of the Beholder/Precision Optical/Local Dining Guide, Mountain Sage Cafe & Coffee, Firefall Coffee Roasting, the Cellar Door Restaurant, The All Seasons Bed & Breakfast. 8-9 WILD & MILD ADVENTURES Experience every kind of Adventure in Tuolumne County, the Year-Round Recreation Playland. Whatever keeps you and your family moving. 10-12 CHASING PAVEMENT Y-explore Guide John DeGrazio offers his compelling cycling experience in and around Yosemite prior to the Sonora Stage 4 leg of the Amgen Tour of California. 12-13 MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN All through Spring & Summer, Music can be found to suit anyone’s taste and pleasure. An eclectic mix of music from the Beatles to Country Western and beyond can be found this year. The Groveland Hotel, Mtn. Sage Concert Series and the Iron Door Saloon will keep you moving all summer long. 14 DINNER WITH MARK TWAIN In May and October you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy an authentic, elegant Gold Rush era dinner at the Cellar Door Restaurant while being enthralled by the legendary writer, humorist and public speaker. 15 BLACK OAK CASINO’S BIRTHDAY This gaming, dining and recreation destination is growing up. Discover great music in the Willow Lounge or a fantastic dining experience at Seven Sisters, and even your kids will have fun. “Sometimes I do get to places just when God’s ready to have somebody click the shutter.”
— Ansel Adams
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November
by David Mamet
Nov 16 – Dec 23
Brighton Beach Memoirs by Neil Simon
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Groveland, California at Yosemite National Park
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stablished as mining camps in 1852,Groveland and the nearby town of Big Oak Flat were once thriving California Gold Rush towns. After the decline in gold production, the historic town of Groveland made its mark offering hospitality to weary travelers coming to and from Yosemite National Park. Located only 26 miles from the northern entrance to the Park on Highway 120, today Groveland is the most convenient gateway for tourists coming from the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Stockton, or Modesto. Although Groveland boasts a population of approximately 3,000 full-time residents, this number often triples during the summer months.Visitors are attracted to both the magnificent beauty of our area, as well as the many recreational opportunities offered nearby. Our quiet hilltop community has managed to retain much of its old west charm, and still boasts the oldest continuously operating saloon in California.Travelers enjoy playing golf at Pine Mountain Lake’s 18-hole golf course, taking in the sun at one of the numerous recreational lakes nearby, fishing, hiking, and of course sightseeing. Please visit www.gcsd.org/community.html
19000 N. Main Street • Groveland, CA 95321 phone • 209.962.7452 fax • 209.962.6507
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Groveland Area Dining Guide This page is sponsored by Precision Optics
is offering his daily specials. Our menu choices include crisp salads, fresh fish, pasta, meltin-your-mouth steaks and daily specials, all created with fresh seasonal ingredients.
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ocated in the heart of Downtown Groveland, Precision Optics offers high quality eyewear at an affordable price, with thousands of designer frames and sunglasses from which to choose. Simply bring in your prescription and pay 40%60% less than you might at your doctor’s office. Precision Optics also has a large selection of non-prescription fashion and sport sunglasses. Stacy Hancock, Owner and Licensed Optician, has over 20 years experience in her field. She offers all the newest technologies and prides herself on friendly customer service. Insurance is welcomed.
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WANT FREE GLASSES? Host an Eyewear Party! Stacy will come to your home or office with hundreds of frames and sunglasses from which to choose. Enjoy a unique eyewear experience with your friends and family, while earning yourself free glasses. Contact Stacy for more details. Precision Optics 18729 Hwy 120, Unit A Groveland, CA 95321 (209)962-1972 stacysglasses@aol.com
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BUCKMEADOWS RESTAURANT
7647 CA-120 Groveland, CA (209) 962-5181 Relax and enjoy your meal at Buck Meadows Restaurant and Bar - we will make it memorable for you! We know that our quality, homemade style, large portions and reasonable prices will continue the tradition started in 1874 of making Buck Meadows a favorite “Stage Stop” for many a hungry traveler, as well as the local loggers and miners.
18730 Main St. Groveland, CA 95321 (209) 962-6651
CROSS COUNTRY CAFE
11892 Ponderosa Ln,Groveland, CA 209) 962-7777 Breakfast served all day Sunday with Eggs Benedict & Blueberry Pancakes. A small family-run restaurant voted Best Breakfast & Lunch in Groveland.
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tourist attraction in and of itself. The Grill’s dining room is located in a separate room from the bar, the Grill serves up casual food such as steaks, burgers, salads, and sandwiches.
MOUNTAIN SAGE CAFE & COFFEE
18653 Main Street Groveland,95321 (209) 962-4686 Full service coffee bar with organic espresso & teas. We have smoothies, milkshakes & juices. We serve a lite breakfast fare including bagel sandwiches, breakfast wraps & quiche. All using local, organic or ethically grown vegetables. We have an array of locally made baked goodies, some are wheat & gluten free. We have an internet cafe offering free Wi-Fi. Local honey,spices & olive oils.
18744 Main St. Groveland,95321 (209) 962-5300 Dori’s Tea Cottage offers an PIZZA FACTORY English-style tea luncheon, 18583 Main Street more than 60 teas and lunchGroveland,95321 CHARLOTTE BISTRO & BAR es-to-go, plus wine and cham(209) 962-7757 AT HOTEL CHARLOTTE pagne. Our boutique features 18736 Main Street a unique selection of teas, tea Come join us for great food Groveland,95321 accessories and unique gifts. and fantastic family environment! All our pizzas are made 209-962-6455 THE GRILL with fresh ingredients and Truly superb steaks, delicious pastas, many chicken favor- AT PINE MOUNTAIN LAKE our dough is hand spun! We 19228 Pine Mountain Dr. also have a great arcade and ites and unique daily specials Groveland, CA 95321 a meeting room for your enalong with homemade des(209) 962-8600 joyment. Book your birthday serts. Using the freshest ingredients, locally grown when Our 16,000 square foot restau- parties here. possible, and all homemade, rant and lounge overlooks the PJ’S CAFE & PIZZERIA even the desserts. We of- Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course 18986 Main Street fer menu selections for kids, with majestic views of YosemGroveland,95321 ite’s peaks. The outside deck vegetarians and vegans and (209)962-7501 have our full menu online for is perfect for outdoor dining, We’re a family restaurant servcocktails or your special funcmouth-watering browsing. tion. Guests enjoy live music ing locals and tourists with a CELLAR DOOR RESTAURANT while dining on most Saturday mind on great family dining AT THE GROVELAND HOTEL nights. Come in for our Satur- that won’t break your budget. Our menu ranges from salad 18767 Main Street day Champagne Brunch. to prime rib to pizza. Groveland,95321 IRON DOOR (209) 962-4000 TWO GUYS PIZZA PIES SALOON GRILL Savor incredible California18955 Ferretti Rd 18763 Main Street fresh cuisine, select from locally Groveland, CA 95321 Groveland,95321 brewed beers and hundreds of (209) 962-4897 (209) 962-8904 wine labels and delight in a deDine in or have it Delivered. VidReputed to be the oldest conlectable dessert while reliving eo Games, Subs, Salads, Pizza, your Yosemite adventure. New tinuous, operating saloon in Patio Dining, Pasta, Ice Cream, California, the Iron Door is a Menu, New Prices. Chef Mike Calzones, Beer and Wine.
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ountain Sage is a unique coffeehouse and gallery nestled in an historic house on Main Street in downtown Groveland and is surrounded by acres of plant nursery grounds with plenty of outdoor seating. Owned and operated by Nick and Jack, two young guys with culinary and mixology backgrounds, Mountain Sage is bringing some creativity into the world of coffee. Offering everything from brew-by-thecup single origin coffees to hand-crafted delicious lattes, this is not your typical coffeehouse. They use only pure extracts, local raw honey, and fair-trade organic chocolate in our innovative drink offerings and have plenty of lactose-free options. Working closely with Yosemite Baking Company, they sell a rotating selection of home-baked sweet and savory pastries and the freshest, locally grown farm-totable deli foods. Additionally, they stock an interesting selection of California microbrews to enjoy while watching the sun set over the Sierra Mountains. Be sure to check them out and come out for the Live at the Sage concert series. Please see pages 12 and 13 for Concert Series details. Mountain Sage Cafe & Coffee Open 7 days a week until 6 p.m. 18653 Main Street, Groveland (209) 962-4686 www.mtsage.com
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t 9:00 each evening in Camp Curry, the crowd which had gathered for the nightly campfire program, would fall silent. A man
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would call out to the top of Glacier Point “Let the Fire Fall!” A faint reply could be heard from the top of the mountain. Then a great bonfire of red fir bark would be pushed evenly over the edge of the cliff, appearing to the onlookers below as a glowing waterfall of sparks and fire. The spectacle was the Yosemite Fire Fall, a nightly tradition in Yosemite National Park for some 88 years. When we were trying to come up with a clever name for our new coffee roasting adventure, we reached out to the town and had a contest to see who could come up with the best name. Last Coffee Shop before Yosemite. New Owners Hal & Laura Jenson laura@firefallcoffee.net Firefall Coffee Roasting Co. 18749 Main St., Groveland, CA (209) 962-7704 www.firefallcoffee.net
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bove the fog and below the snow lies our little piece of paradise.
Each Yosemite-themed room at All Seasons Groveland Inn is designed to take you on the wings of eagles and let your heart soar away. We bid you “Welcome” . . . enjoy your stay at the Northern Gateway to Yosemite.
The shortest direct route to Yosemite from San Francisco and Northern California is Highway 120 (approx. 2-1/2 hour drive.)
The All Seasons Groveland Inn is located within walking distance to Restaurants and Boutique Shops. Reservations Tel.: 209.962.0232 Fax: 209.962.0250 Check in time is 4:00 pm Check out 11:00 am For information and directions Please visit us online at: www.allseasonsgrovelandinn.com 18767 Main Street Groveland, CA 95321 209.962.4000 • 800.273.3314 www.groveland.com
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lesser-traveled trails for a more unique memory. They also offer Overnight Backpacking tours as well as Snowshoe Hikes in the winter months. Connect with the natural world of Yosemite on a Nature Tour. Find yourself immersed in an interpretive walk where you will discover the many wonders of the park with an experienced local naturalist. Bring your tripod and develop composition skills in a Photography Workshop created by a professional photographer. Programs are for beginners and experts alike. Y-explore (800) 886-8009 yexplore.com Photo: John P. DeGrazio
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Experienced Guides offer customized Hikes, Photo Workshops, and Family Activities during your trip to Groveland and Yosemite. Guided tours are available to Individuals and Groups of all ages and experience levels in every season in Yosemite National Park. They can offer smaller group sizes for a more personalized Yosemite Adventure. Join them to make a Yosemite connection filled with amazing photos and lasting memories. Their guided interpretive Adventure Hikes are customized to your level of physical challenge on trails with amazing photo opportunities. They strive to find
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Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course, designed by William F. Bell, has been rated 4-1/2 stars Best Places to Play by Golf Digest magazine
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and is open for play year-round.The challenging 18-hole championship course is available for tournaments and public play and is always in excellent condition. Their 18-hole, 6,382 yard, par 70 course offers everything a golfer, beginner or expert, could want from a round of golf: a classic park-like setting, a fair but challenging layout and enough trees to make you wish you had a chainsaw as your 14th club! The first tee is at 2,840 feet, above the smog and fog. There are over 300 sunny days each year. Winter daytime temps average in the low 60’s and summer daytime temps average in the 80’s. Spring and fall temps are usually in the 70’s. Winter snows are light, allowing you to enjoy the snow’s beauty without the bother. Roads are open year round. You’ll enjoy the beautiful breath-taking views of the majestic mountain peaks of Yosemite as the course winds through picturesque oaks and pines. Experts and novices alike appreciate our driving range in a true golf course setting. Golf lessons, clinics, locker storage, club rentals, club storage, golf carts, pull carts. Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course Open to the Public/7 Days A Week Summer/Golf Shop hours: 6 am to 6 pm Winter/Golf Shop hours: 8 am to 5 pm 12765 Mueller Drive (209) 962-8620 pinemountainlake.com continued on page 9
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River Rafting
Sierra Mac River Trips For over 40 years, rafters on the federally designated Wild and Scenic Tuolumne River and the Cherry Creek/Upper Tuolumne have selected the locally owned and operated Sierra Mac more than any other outfitter. Novice to expert rafting available with 1, 2, & 3 day rafting trips near Yosemite National Park. Intrepid paddlers can combine Cherry Creek and the Main Tuolumne for the full 27-mile, Class IV & V blast. Sierra Mac River Rafting Trips Marty McDonnell - Outfitter P.O. Box 264 - Groveland, CA 95321 Reservations - 800.457.2580 International Calls - 001.209.591.8027 American River Touring Association, Inc. ARTA is a non-profit corporation, founded in 1963, registered with the State of California.Their mission is to introduce enthusiasts with wilderness trips in a manner that is safe, meaningful, and beneficial to both the rafter and the environment. Their guides are united by a passion for wild places and by a belief that a river trip should be more than a Disneyland ride, providing exceptional service and outstanding camaraderie. They will be your porter, escort, captain, cook, guide and interpreter, but most importantly, they will be your friend. As a non-profit organization, they ensure that any surplus revenues generated by our trips are reinvested in the company or donated to conservation organizations and are not distributed to individuals or investors. They donate profits to a number of conservation groups including the Tuolumne River Trust and are recreation service partners with the National Park
Service, the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management. ARTA River Trips 24000 Casa Loma Road Groveland, CA 95321 800 323-2782 (ARTA) 209 962-7873 arta.org Outdoor Adventure River Specialists The Tuolumne River in California, located just outside Yosemite National Park is a standard-setting river among all the California rafting experiences O.A.R.S. offers our guests and is one of our “Seven Whitewater Wonders in the World.” We serve up the Tuolumne River (pronounced Too-all-uh-me) also known as “The T” - anyway you want it! There’s a thrill-stacked one day Tuolumne River rafting trip, an adventurous 48-hour getaway with cool side hikes up side canyons carved by cascading waterfalls, as well as a carefree three-day Tuolumne rafting vacation with lots of time just for you. All three California rafting options take you to headwaters of the Tuolumne River which originate in the internationally renowned wilds of Yosemite National Park. A true wilderness trip on a “Wild and Scenic” river, the Tuolumne River spills 18 miles into a desolate, awesome river canyon roaring with whitewater – big in spring, moderate in late summer. Offered seven months a year, a Tuolumne rafting trip works perfectly into a California vacation. O.A.R.S. 209-736-4677 or 800-346-6277 oars.com
Sierra Club Hikes
The Tuolumne Group chapter of the Sierra Club offers midweek Hikes in the
On your way to or from Yosemite National Park along Highway 120, you’ll find Rainbow Pools as it crosses over the South Fork Tuolumne River bridge at just about the half-way point from Groveland, 13.5 miles. When traveling east on the highway you’ll pass the View Point Rim of the World parking area above the Tuolumne River canyon. About 1.5 miles further east, you’ll see the highway making a sweeping turn into a bridge overpass. The entrance is on the right as you start to cross the bridge. There is a sign for Rainbow Pools, but if you miss it, drive across the bridge until you see the turnoff for Cherry Lake and then turn around there. In the days of stagecoach transport, the pools were a scheduled stop and picnic area. John Cox was a toll collector on the road for about 20 years until tolls were eliminated in 1915. The Fall Inn was built over the falls in the 1920’s where the covered bridge had been. It was later renamed the Cliff House. It was a popular resort well into the 1930’s. It burned to the bedrock in 1939. The property was rebuilt and expanded to include modern motel cabins. Another fire destroyed the Cliff House in 1958 and it was never rebuilt. continued on page 14
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he mist tickles my nostrils and moistens the back of my throat with every breath I take. I am climbing through the clouds in Yosemite but not on any trail. I am riding a horse, only it’s made of aluminum, and I provide the power as I pedal from El Capitan to Tunnel View. It is a relatively mild but damp February day. The news of Sonora hosting the fourth stage of the Amgen Tour has inspired me to cycle through the Sierra in search of the best rides. n this day, I am looping around Yosemite Valley between sun bursts and sprinkles. Since there are no
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steep climbs in the Valley for bicycles, I have chosen to add a few miles and several hundred feet of elevation gain for an enhanced challenge. Being outdoors lifts my spirits and provides me with an immensely joyful feeling as if I am oating. Arriving at Tunnel View, I meet a friendly group of Indonesian visitors. We share some pleasant conversations along with several photos before I make my return trip downhill. There are many excellent opportunities for cycling in Yosemite including a designated bike path on the eastern end of the Valley that is ideal for families of all ages. The best experiences will be during off peak seasons, but if you plan your trip in summer, try to ride in early morning hours. uolumne County boasts some of the best bike rides in California. There are many excellent opportunities for mountain biking throughout Sonora and Columbia and the courses become more intense if you travel along Big Hill Road or Highway 108 to Twain Harte, Strawberry, and Pinecrest. Follow Highway 120 through Groveland for even more outstanding trails, and you will learn that Tuolumne is quickly earning a reputation as one of the most bike-friendly counties in the state. love mountain biking, but road riding is my passion. I have spent the past several years chasing pavement throughout the Mother Lode looping through Columbia, Sonora, Jamestown, and Groveland
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on Algerine, Wards Ferry, Tuolumne, Jacksonville, Rawhide, Parrots Ferry, and Priest Grade Roads. The highways (49, 108, and 120) are a smoother way to travel but can be riskier during higher traffic hours so it’s very important to be cautious. It’s encouraging to receive good will through the spirit of Amgen in the form of honks and waves from motorists who know how to “share the road”, and it is appreciated. used to think I was a good cyclist… until I migrated to California’s Sierra Foothills. In New York, I regularly rode fifty miles and even completed a century loop from Manhattan to Bear Mountain. During the big move, I kept my roadie accessible, and the highlight was riding through Laramie, Wyoming and other small towns of The American West. Building on that momentum, I saddled up on my first day in Sonora and hit the open road. fter every huff and puff, I became more disappointed staring at my seemingly unchanging odometer. “It must be broken” I thought to myself pedaling up each new hill that was steeper than the last. Upon completion of the grueling ride, I looked down at the odometer and read my final distance traveled. Seven, as in miles. Moving cross country to a town where I knew no one was a humbling experience, but this epic failure was a damaging blow. I learned two valuable lessons that day. Always research your route and never ride after 11 a.m. in summer.
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recently rode a portion of Amgen’s Stage Four through Sonora into the historic town of Coulterville. Poppies and other wildflowers lined the roadside that paralleled the Tuolumne River, Lake Don Pedro, and Moccasin Creek. Red tailed hawks circled and other spring birds serenaded from above as the scenery became more impressive at every turn up the mountain. After powering through continuous steep hills, I arrived in town and a feeling of exultation numbed my pain as it pulsed through my body. I was on my bike and above the clouds in one of the most beautiful places on earth. There was nowhere else I would rather be. oon, dozens of professional riders will have that same feeling as they speed their way through our mountains. They will discover that this is not only a spectacular challenge but also just one of many world class biking opportunities in a region we are fortunate enough to explore every day.
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Entertainment Yosemite Courtyard Cabaret Series
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ummer is also the time for the High Country. As the masses crowd the Valley, the open expanses of Yosemite’s back country are enjoyed by hikers and backpackers who seek a more peaceful experience. Adventurists cherish the dramatic landscapes and abundant opportunities for wildlife encounters while remembering to pack necessities like bear canisters and insect repellent. Yosemite National Park is open throughout the year. Be sure to bring your imagination along with your camera, and you can experience its wonders in every season.
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May 25, 2012 Joni Morris
A Tribute To The Music of Patsy Cline Showtime 8 p.m. Tickets $19.00 Joni Morris, nationally acclaimed entertainer, songwriter and recording artist, pays tribute to the music of Patsy Cline. Joni plays the incomparable singer with the big voice and big heart who scored extraordinary early 60’s hits like “I Fall To Pieces“ and “Crazy” the number one jukebox hit of all time. Patsy Cline was one of the true legends in American music. Patsy Cline’s career ended tragically at age 30 in a 1963 plane crash, just as she had reached the top.
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July 27, 2012 Life In The Fast Lane
The Groveland Hotel 18767 Main Street, Groveland 209.962.4000 • 800.273.3314 groveland.com
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Showtime 8 p.m. Tickets $33.00 Paperback Writer–The Beatles Experience will take its audience on a trip through the musical years of the world’s most successful and popular rock group of all time! Hear the melodic hits from the early years of the Ed Sullivan Show and The Beatles’ first full length film “A Hard Day’s Night” performed with “spot on” authenticity. This award-winning show truly presents a look and sound-alike presentation that is so far beyond the rest. Featuring multiple costume changes, Paperback Writer leaves no stone unturned in presenting the most complex of production numbers with a true “Magical Mystery Tour” down “Penny Lane” and “Strawberry Fields” while dressed smartly in the colorful and familiar Sgt. Pepper’s costumes.
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Showtime 8 p.m. Tickets $25.00. The setting for the show is the famous Hotel California, where “you can never leave,” and of course you will never want to leave while you are listening to the music of The Eagles: Henley, Frey, Schmit, and Walsh! Inside The Hotel California is The Tequila Sunrise Ballroom, where a six-piece band performs their Greatest Hits, from “Take It Easy” to “Get Over It,”
August 10, 2012 The Perfect Gentlemen
Showtime 8 p.m. Tickets $23.00. “Absolutely superb!” - BBC Radio The Perfect Gentlemen provide the perfect blend of harmony and humor harkening back to the days of Vaudeville. Preserving America’s great vocal sounds from a time when music was music, The Perfect Gentlemen recreate the close harmonies of such
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legendary groups as The Ink Spots and the Live At The Sage Pied Pipers, while including the era’s great comic songs made famous by the likes of Concert Series Louis Jordan and The Hoosier Hotshots.The mountainsagemusic.org Perfect Gentlemen were the surprise hit of last summer’s Courtyard Concert Series. Details subject to change without notice. Back by popular demand. June 2
country-born bassist, and metal-bred pedal steel player, and what do you get: the roughhewn yet driftwood-smooth; rebel-headed, but heart-of-gold sound of The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit. The Trespassers
September 7, 2012 I Like It, I Love It
Tom Drinnon Tim McGraw Tribute Showtime 8 p.m. Tickets $19.00. Tom Drinnon took great interest in music at an early age and has pursued the dream of becoming a professional recording artist. At the young age of 23 Tom moved to Nashville where he met his manager only two weeks after arriving. Tom signed with a major management company whom also managed Kenney Chesney, Confederate Railroad, Lorie Morgan, Alabama and Johnny Paycheck. From there he went out on the road performing across the nation. Best known for his authentic country sound and versatile range Tom Drinnon is sure to impress any crowd.
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Sierra Earthfest Nicki Bluhm and the Gramblers Plus: Coyote Hill
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The Trespassers have been playing original, string band music together for eight years. We are most often described as a Bluegrass band, but our influence stems from many genres. Bronco Ben’s songwriting is gritty and gutsy, and though we are acoustic musicians, his compositions take us through rock, blues, gypsy jazz, and country. Andy’s original songs are most often inspired by old-time music, but instead of an Appalachian feel, they have a Western twist.Andy also writes melodic banjo and fiddle tunes, heartwarming folk songs, and all sorts of dance hall numbers.
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April 27-28 The Wingnut Adams Band May 3 Sara Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion May 5 Simple Creation May 11 Tess & Hip Trash May 12 Threshold May 18-19 Rhythm Deluxe May 25-26 Jonny Kaplan & The Lazy Stars June 8-9 Tequila Mockingbird June 15-16 Damage Inc w/Aaron Pearson June 22-23 The Wingnut Adams Band June 29-30 Black Rose Ft. Randy Kirk July 6-7 The Penetrators July 13-14 The Helicopter Band July 20-21 The Paul Chesne Band July 27-28 Rhythm Deluxe August 3-4 Tequila Mockingbird August 10-11 The Penetrators August 17-18 Aaron Pearson August 25 Simple Creation September 14-15 Mike Osborne Call (209) 962-8904 for showtimes and cover charges..This schedule is subject to change without notice at any time.
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The Brothers Comatose The Brothers Comatose formed in the Morrison Living Room, birthed from the sonic gumbo of the famous Morrison Music Parties. Their shows can’t help but remind folk that music is collective, is for dancing, is for sharing, and for whatever else you might do with friends and family in your own living room. Plus:The Easy Leaves
June 30 Incendio/To Be Announced
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Dead Winter Carpenters Emerging from Northern California’s fertile music scene, Dead Winter Carpenters is a rollicking, high-energy, Americana, rootsinfused five-piece band from North Lake Tahoe. Defying musical boundaries, DWC blends elements of rock’n’roll, folk, roots, country, ragtime, blues, and reggae music. Plus: Sweetwater String Band
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All shows start at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 advance, $18 day of show, $6 kids. The June 2 show is a fundraiser for the Tuolumne River Trust and for that tickets are $20 adult, $6 kids. Food and drinks available at shows. No pets allowed.
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dining & special events Dinner with Mark Twain May 11th 2012 October 6th 2012 The Cellar Door Restaurant at the Groveland Hotel 18767 Main Street, Groveland Reservations and information: 209.962.4000 or 800-273-3314 www.groveland.com .
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amuel Clemens, aka Mark Twain, was a vagabond and itinerant observer of the human condition during California’s Gold Rush era. He travelled throughout the foothills during his time as a journalist and as a writer of populist fiction, and later as a diarest and public speaker. He established himself,
nationally, in 1865 when his tall tale, The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, was published in a New York weekly, The Saturday Press. On this particular evening, during an authentic period dinner, Mark Twain will share his experiences, first hand, in a living tribute to the esteemed writer, inventor, thinker, traveller, humorist and entertaining speaker. Pat Kaunert, as Mark Twain, has established himself as the celebrated author (see feature story on page 12 in the Explore Sonora section of this issue) with a presentation that is closer to an illusion that it is to a perfor-
mance. Kaunert knows both Clemens and Twain, through and through. During the evening, Twain will reveal himself through his personal insights, experiences, successes as well as professional and personal failures. The illusion is when attending dinner guests begin to believe that they are in the presence of Mark Twain, especially when he engages them in very casual conversation. A great complement to the evening is that Chef Michael Prittchard has created an historically authentic menu with contemporary influences for a completely delicious dining and entertaining experience. See page 12 in the Explore Sonora section of this combined issue for more of Pat Kaunert’s appearances.
continued from page 14 Rainbow Pools exists today, as before, as a popular swimming hole inviting locals and travelers during the summer months, to take a cooling dip or adventurous plunge. You can picnic above in the designated area or day camp by the Pools’ edge. There are restrooms and tables but parking is limited. Rainbow Pool is open all year. Seeking a casual weekend getaway? Imagine a romantic cabin in the pines, a houseboat vacation, or a leisurely kayak ride on a pristine alpine lake. Watch history come to life in Sonora, Jamestown, Columbia and Groveland, our Southern County Gateway to Yosemite National Park.. Whether it’s a round of golf, a day of shopping, family fun, or camping under the stars, the perfect weekend awaits you in Tuolumne County!
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Happy Birthday Black Oak Casino
2012 marks what will be the beginning of the second decade of great destination entertainment excitement for Black Oak Casino and the Tuolumne Band of MeWuk Indians. It will be a historic year for Black Oak, because the addition of a Hotel to the Tribe’s long anticipated Destination Resort is planned to open sometime in early 2013. The Hotel will include 148 rooms and a 3,850 square foot conference center with banquet facilities round out the properties’ amenities. The Gaming floor at Black Oak Casino includes 1,200 of the latest slots with weekly changes to ensure all current favorite titles are available to our players.
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dining & entertainment Our local progressive slot bank tickers, Blast of Cash, Mystery of the Nile, Finish Line, and the Penny Mill can be viewed live on our award winning website www. blackoakcasino.com. Black Oak also features all the most popular Wide Area Progressive slots both on the regular gaming floor and on the expansive “Skywalk” smoke free gaming floor. The Gaming Floor is the home of our bi-monthly themed promotions that offer our Players a chance to win large cash or merchandise prizes while having a great, fun, game show type experience at Black Oak Casino. All of our promotions feature many weekly winners of Cash, merchandise and Free Play prizes. Our Black Oak Casino Pit includes 24 table games featuring Black Jack, Spanish 21, Texas Hold ‘Em, Three Card Poker, Four Card Poker, Fortune Pai Gow, and two Poker Tables. Weekly Table Game promotions include Black Jack and Poker tournament action as well as themed Table Game promotions linked to our Casino-wide quarterly promotions. The Players Club at Black Oak Casino is the hub of promotional activity with great Player friendly programs featuring tiered offers delivered via bi-monthly newsletters, html newsletters, and e-blasts, for all of our Club members. In addition, club-only slot tournaments, along with our Casino-wide and table game promotions, provide great value to those Players who know the value of Club membership and card in play gaming. The Food and Beverage experience at Black Oak Casino is highlighted by our
Restless Heart is one of many topline bands appearing in the Willow Creek Lounge
award winning fine dining establishment, Seven Sisters, which features the freshest seafood available, choice cuts of meat, and exotic wild game specials. The Black Oak Café and Buffet features daily buffet specials menus and the Mill Sports Bar is highlighted by great pub food, big screen TV’s, and pool tables.
Kingpins Family Eatery, located on our Family Floor, is a great stop for families looking for pizza, burgers, fries, and ice cream treats. The Jumping Coyote Espresso Bar, located on the non-smoking Skywalk features gourmet coffee drinks, baked goods and quick food items as well as full 15 bar service at the Coyote Bar. The Willow Creek Lounge at Black Oak Casino is the entertainment hub of Tuolumne County. Every year over 150 shows highlight a calendar of the best in regional music and comedy as well as monthly shows featuring artists on the charts. Black Oak Lanes features a 24 lane Brunswick Bowling Center, pro shop and Arcade. The Underground Arcade provides a safe place for our underage guests to play redemption and video games in a secure environment. The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians, who just celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Tuolumne Rancheria, recently opened Bear Creek Station which provided auto and truck fuel, cold beverages, quick hot food, propane, an RV dump, and various snacks and sundries.
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