101 Things To Do Mendocino 2008

MENDO CINO COUNTY ®

This Issue Dedicated to the Men and Women of the United States Coast Guard

www.101things.com

Including the Definitive Map on Wine

Experience the Beauty of....

It’s the simple things that make life worth living.

You can still find them in Lake County. Come relax, slow down, and breathe. Get away. It’s close.

Or come to stay. Whether you are here for a weekend or for the rest of your life, Lake County is waiting for you. Let us be your guide. Lake Vacation Rentals offers cozy cottages and family homes on the shores of scenic Clear Lake, at the base of Mount Konocti, a dormant and picturesque volcano.

866-587-LAKE (5253) • 707 263 7188 601 N. Main Street • Lakeport, CA 95453

California’s Largest Natural Lake!

Mention this ad for

$100

Bella Lago Vista

off 5 Nights Stay

Windflower Point

Homes all around the lake…from cozy cottages to lakefront homes.

Windflower Tahoe House

Vacation

Lakeside Estate

Pleasure Point

LAKE

R E N T A L S

www.clearlakevacations.com

LET US DO THE DRIVING WHILE YOU SEE THE REDWOODS!

90

6 800 866-1

2 / Mendocino Visitor • www.101things.com

E NO. 45 D E N I G N E

UR ORTHSP N G N I T PA R

S TAT I O N

om nkTrain.c u k S . w w w

RIDE THE SKUNK TRAIN TODAY! Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

$IL=?

-=?;H );S;E 2IOLM

Tours for All Levels Includes Wetsuit & All Paddling Gear Singles, Groups Celebrations, Sunset Cruises

Explore Intricate Sea Caves, Kelp Forests and Marine Life with Experienced Guide

QQQ @IL=? NIOLM =IG Located in Elk on the Mendocino Coast. For Reservations:

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 3

GARBERVILLE

PIERCY

Reynolds State Wayside

(U

np

trinity

county

d)

South

ave

C

Smithe Redwoods State Reserve Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area

No

rth

Ee

For k

I

LEGGETT

tehAma

ad

P A

Sinkyone Wilderness State Park

TO EUREKA, CRESCENT CITY, OREGON COAST River

sal

Ro

county

HUMBOLDT COUNTY

l

King Range Conservation Area

U

F

Round Valley

I k

101

Sub v

W

in

ter

Closu

re

Road

sco

m

Eel

National Forest

R

er

ad

el

o

Te

River

n Co

LONGVALE

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN • MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

county

r

ve

elo

ov

Fork

162

Ro

iv

Middle

Eel

R

Mile

b

Admiral Wm. Standley State Recreation Area

C

glenn

an

Mendocino

Ri

r

Br

DOS RIOS

Road Rios

Dos Lay tonville –

LAYTONVILLE

BRANSCOMB

WESTPORT

to

er

Rive

A N C E

COVELO

Vista Point Westport-Union Landing State Beach

ject

Reservation

Ri

E el

O

1

Indian

Eel

F

or

oad

C

Simeone Rock

v

10 Mile Coastal Trail

CLEONE

d

rr

o

Bo

Ro

ANCHOR BAY

a

F la

ish

Gualala Point County Park

ussian River

oad P o t t e r Va l l e y R

kR

Si d

Fo r

E.

E.

YORKVILLE

Ro

Ro

ck

ad

LAKEPORT

Yorkville Highlands

SONOMA

TO SEA RANCH, JENNER, HWY. 116, BODEGA BAY, SAN FRANCISCO

COUNTY

175

Cow Mountain B LM Recreation Area

H

Mailliard Redwoods State Reserve

CLEAR LAKE

Area

McDowell Valley

Sanel

River

GUALALA 4 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

101

al

FISH ROCK

Cole Ranch

128

Ri

29

TO CLEAR LAKE, HWY. 5

ve r

TO CLOVERDALE, SANTA ROSA, SAN FRANCISCO

Scale is approximate

Recreation

29

county

20

an

10 km

1

253

Russi

0 Kilometers 5 km

8 mi

ille

lake

B LM

HOPLAND

a

Schooner Gulch State Beach

REST AREAS

w

River

Bowling Ball Beach

iah

BOONVILLE

ad

rci

WINE GROWING REGIONS

nv

(area vineyards above 1200')

Ga

MENDOCINO COUNTY WINE APPELLATIONS

POINT ARENA

Vi

Uk

PHILO

MANCHESTER Mt.

Valley

Hendy Woods State Park

d

INDIAN RESERVATIONS

ad

Mendocino Ridges

Point Arena Lighthouse

Ukiah

Anderson

r

Roa

NATIONAL PARKS, FORESTS & PRESERVES

ve

e

STATE PARKS

Ri

128

UPPER LAKE

TO CLEAR LAKE, HWY. 5

TALMAGE

t.

enwoo

va

20

Mountain

UKIAH

M

Na

Road

county

Cow Mountain B LM Recreation Area

Cow

–

Gre

Manchester State Beach

Gap

ad

Sid

LEGEND

Ro

Potter Valley

Lake Mendocino Recreation Area

CALPELLA

gs

lake

E a st

Greenwood State Beach

rin

Gu

IA

Sp

NAVARRO

ELK

IRISH BEACH

4 mi

Low

r

Road

Navarro River Redwoods State Park

Ro

0 Miles

Or

Montgomery Woods State Reserve

e

N

River

o

on

POTTER VALLEY

e

er

ALBION

i Al b

COMPTCHE Road

Van Damme State Park

1 R

an

REDWOOD VALLEY

Riv

O

Riv r e

i

A

IF

Big

ss

C

L

Redwood Valley Ru

LITTLE RIVER

MENDOCINO COUNTY

WILLITS

20 DUNLAP

Mendocino Woodlands State Park

MENDOCINO

Mendocino Headlands State Park

He

o use R oad

Russian Gulch State Park

er

E ast Rd.

CASPAR

101

ain” “Skunk Tr

d

Jackson State Forest

Jughandle State Reserve

Point Cabrillo Lighthouse State Park

Railroa

Flynn Creek

Caspar Headlands State Beach & Reserve

Riv

Road

NOYO

N

We stern

o oy

To m k i

fornia C a li

Road

Glass Beach

arst

FORT BRAGG

Road

llits Wi

We s t

MacKerricher State Park

Welcome to Ukiah something for everyone...

City of Ukiah

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 5

®

Volume 22, No. 3 • 2008 P.O. Box 1374 Eureka, California 95502 (707) 443-1234 FAX (707) 443-5309 Email: info@101things.com Offices located at 2383 Myrtle Ave. Eureka, California 95501

Gregg Gardiner Publisher Art Severe Associate Publisher (707) 845-6299 Denise Comiskey Creative Director ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Contents

See pages 10 and 11 for the map of the Mendocino Wine Country

101 Things to Know About Wine............. 12-15 Albion ............................................ 25-35 Anderson Valley ................................ 18-19 Campgrounds & Parks ......................... 65-66 Coastal Bed & Breakfast/Inns ................ 28-31 Coastal Dining ...................................... 31 Covelo ........................................... 60-61 Fort Bragg .......................................36-46 The Company Store ...........................43 Fort Bragg Dining ..................................37 Hopland ..........................................17,19 Hopland Dining Guide ............................. 51 Laytonville ..........................................64 Leggett .......................................... 62-63 Little River ...................................... 25-35 Mendocino County, All Around................... 16 Mendocino, city ................................ 25-35 Mendonoma ...Anchor Bay, Elk, Gualala, Manchester, ...Point Arena, Sea Ranch ................... 20-23 Noyo Harbor ....................................40-42 Pets, Traveling with ............................... 24

RV Parks & Campgrounds ..................... 65-66 Ukiah ............................................. 47-53 Ukiah Dining Guide ................................ 51 Welcome/How to Use .............................. 7 Westport, see Fort Bragg .....................36-46 Willits ............................................ 54-59 Wineries in Mendocino County ................8-15 Yorkville ......................................... 18-19

BEYOND MENDOCINO

Del Norte County ..................................68 Humboldt County .................................. 67 Lake County ........................................ 74 Oregon ...............................................68 Shasta Cascade ................................. 70-73 Sonoma County.....................................69

Main photo by Craig Comen courtesy of

Kayak Mendocino

see page 33, www.kayakmendocino.com ®

GRAPHIC DESIGN & PRODUCTION WRITING, RESEARCH & EDITING

Doug Noble • Kathy Major Judy Warren The 101 Things To Do® magazine in Mendocino is distributed free in hundreds of locations and has an annual circulation in excess of 110,000 (see map on page 4) throughout the county and in adjoining areas.

For advertising information, call (707) 443-1234 101 Things To Do® magazines are available for Humboldt, Sonoma, Shasta, Butte, Lassen, Plumas, Tehama, Trinity, Siskiyou, Modoc, Del Norte, Mendocino, Marin, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties in California, and Curry, Jackson, Josephine, Benton, Coos, Douglas, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Polk, Tillamook and Yamhill counties in Oregon.

Copies of each 101 Things To Do® magazine are available free of charge in certain locations, are online in there entirety at www.101things.com, or are available by mail for a handling fee: $5 for one, $10 for two, $12 for three, $15 for four, or $18 for all editions. Mail to 101 Things To Do®, Post Office Box 1374, Eureka, CA 95502.

Proudly printed in California & Oregon by

Western-Web of Eureka, California

101 Things To Do® magazines are published or licensed to be published

by Blarney Publishing, Inc., which is owned and operated by CHC Corp.

GREGG GARDINER, President David Else, Vice President

All content of the 101 Things To Do® magazine is copyrighted. No part may be reprinted without the expressed written consent of CHC Corporation. The name 101 Things To Do® is a registered trademark and cannot be used without written permission. ©2008

CHC Corporation Please visit

www.101things.com

(left) photo by

Steve Eberhard

All Around the County

Willits Frontier Days, see page 58

(middle) photo courtesy of the

1 Taste Wine in “America’s Greenest Wine Region” .................................. 16 2 Join the Community at a Local Festival .. 16 3 Unwind and Relax at an Inn and Spa ...... 16 4 Get Married in Mendocino .................. 16 5 Play Disc Golf in Mendocino ................ 16

United States Coast Guard see page 7

(right) courtesy of

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

Hopland, Anderson Valley & Yorkville

see page 45

6 Visit Hopland Wineries ...................... 18 7 Visit a Solar Living Center................... 18 8 Taste Wine, Dine & Play at Schoolhouse Plaza ............................ 19 9 Sample Some Vino at Anderson Valley Wineries ........................................ 19 10 Anderson Valley Brewing Company ........ 19 11 Visit the Anderson Valley Museum ......... 19 12 Taste Test at Yorkville Highlands Appellation .................................... 19 13 Hike the Mailliard Redwoods Reserve ..... 19 14 Enjoy Hendy Woods State Park ............. 19

37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47

Mendonoma

48

Anchor Bay, Elk, Gualala, Manchester, Point Arena, Sea Ranch 15 Walk on the Wild Side ....................... 21 16 Spend the Day or Night at Point Arena Lighthouse ..................................... 21 17 Spend the Day at Gualala Point Regional Park.................................. 22 18 Step Back in Time at Historic Fort Ross .. 22 19 Visit Anchor Bay & Fish Rock Beach ....... 22 20 Check Out the Point Arena Pier at Arena Cove .................................... 22 21 Explore Bowling Ball Beach at Low Tide .. 22 22 Go to a Show at the Arena Theatre ........ 22 23 Bask at Schooner Gulch State Beach ...... 22 24 Go Ocean Kayaking ........................... 22 25 Enjoy the Views at Manchester Beach .... 23 26 Picnic at Greenwood State Beach ......... 23 27 Ride a Horse at Ross Ranch ................. 23 28 Drive in Navarro River Redwoods State Park ...................................... 23 29 Experience the Gualala Arts Center....... 23 30 Go Sport Fishing, Abalone Diving or Whale Watching ............................... 23 31 Kayak the Gualala River ..................... 23

to view all of our publications

Mendocino, Albion & Little River

This issue is dedicated to the Men & Women of the United States Coast Guard.

32 Tour Historic Mendocino .................... 32 33 Take a Cooking Class at the Albion River Inn ............................... 32 34 Kayak the Albion River....................... 32 35 Relax at Dark Cove Beach ................... 32 36 Pedal or Paddle in Mendocino .............. 32

6 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

Anderson Valley & Yorkville ..................... 18 Coastal Mendocino.............................21,26 Covelo .............................................. 60 Fort Bragg ...................................... 38-39 Hopland ............................................ 17 Leggett ............................................. 62 Mendocino (city), Albion, Little River ..... 26-27 Mendocino County ................................. 4 Noyo Harbor ....................................... 41 Ukiah, Central ................................. 48-49 Ukiah, Historic Downtown ....................... 50 Willits ............................................... 55 Wineries and Breweries.......................10-11

On The Cover

Steve Hammons • Nate Kaplan Art Severe • Stacy Bachand Christine Kastel • Doug Noble

MAPS

49 50 51 52 53 54 55

Visit the Ford House Museum............... 32 Discover Kelley House Museum ............. 32 Join in Celebrating the Passing Whales ... 33 Go Cave Kayaking............................. 33 Surf the Coast of Mendocino ............... 33 Celebrate Music in Mendocino.............. 33 Attend the Mendocino Film Festival ....... 34 Explore the Mendocino Art Center ........ 34 Go See a Play in Mendocino ................ 34 Go to the Opera .............................. 34 Spend a Day at Mendocino Headlands Park ............................... 34 Experience Big River and Big River Haul Road .......................... 34 Discover Russian Gulch State Park ......... 35 Hike, Bike or Camp at Van Damme State Park ...................................... 35 Encounter the Pygmy Forest ................ 35 See Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Preserve .................................. 35 Clime Jughandle Ecological Staircase ..... 35 See Caspar Headlands State Reserve...... 35 Swim at Caspar Headlands State Beach... 35

Fort Bragg 56 Taste Wine & Picnic on the Pacific Star Fault ............................. 44 57 Walk on Glass Beach ......................... 44 58 Jog, Walk, & Bike Old Haul Road (Ten Mile Trail) ................................ 44 59 Hunt for Abalone in Coastal Waters ....... 44 60 Bird Watch and Kayak at Pudding Creek Estuary ......................................... 44 61 Play a Round of Miniature Golf ............. 45 62 Take a Picnic to Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens ............................ 45 63 Go Horseback Riding in Fort Bragg ........ 45 64 Stroll Through the Guest House Museum ........................................ 45 65 Explore Noyo Harbor ......................... 45 66 Experience the Art of Chocolate .......... 45 67 Tour the Jackson Demonstration State Forest ................................... 46 68 Experience “Art With a Pulse” ............. 46 69 Golf on the Coast ............................. 46 70 Do it all at MacKerricher State Park....... 46 71 Explore, Relax or Play at a City Park in Fort Bragg .................................. 46

Ukiah 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81

Tour Valley Wineries ......................... 52 Get a Rush at the Ukiah Speedway ........ 52 Do it All at Lake Mendocino ................ 52 Learn About Pomo Culture .................. 52 Explore the Grace Hudson Museum ....... 52 Visit Tierra - Art, Garden, Wine ........... 52 Hit the Links in Ukiah ........................ 52 Go Off-Roading at Cow Mountain .......... 52 Submerge Yourself in a Hot Spring ........ 53 Trek Montgomery Woods State Reserve ................................. 53 82 Win Big Money at a Casino ................. 53 83 Enjoy a Fresh Brew at the Ukiah Brewing Company ............................ 53

Willits 84 85 86 87 88 89 90

Ply at Willits’ City Parks ..................... 56 Visit Mendocino County Museum ........... 56 Learn about the Roots of Motive Power .. 56 Tour the Home of Seabiscuit ............... 57 Take a Ride on the Skunk Train ............ 57 Ride the Willits Skate Park .................. 57 Indulge in the Willits Center for the Arts .................................... 58 91 Help Celebrate Willits Community Theatre’s 30th Season ....................... 58 92 Golf Brooktrails in Willits ................... 59 93 Take the Stunningly Scenic Drive to Covelo ............................... 59

Covelo 94 Whitewater Raft on the Eel River.......... 61 95 Visit Mendocino National Forest ........... 61

Leggett 96 Be Mystified at Confusion Hill .............. 62 97 Drive Through a Tree in Leggett ........... 63 98 Camp, Hike, Fish at Standish-Hickey State Park ...................................... 63 99 Have an Adventure a Smithe Redwoods State Reserve ................................. 63 100 Get What you Need at The Peg House ... 63

Laytonville 101 Saddle Up for the Laytonville Rodeo .... 64 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Welcome to Mendocino County M

endocino County is one of the most picturesque areas in the state of California. Its terrain includes breathtaking coastline, rolling, vineyard-covered hills, redwood forests and rugged mountains. It is traversed by U.S. Highway 101 in its interior, and by Highway 1 on the coast. Several routes connect those main highways, including Highway 128 and Highway 20. Mendocino County is about two hours north of the Golden Gate Bridge. The county has provided the setting for more than 40 movies since 1904. Mendocino is also known for its wineries, restaurants and luxurious lodging, as well as for outdoor recreation such as camping, diving, fishing, whale watching, ocean-kayaking and hiking. Mendocino County has more than 86,000 residents.

Most of Mendocino County’s towns are situated along the main highways. Hopland, Ukiah (the county seat and largest city), Willits, Laytonville and Leggett all straddle Highway 101. Gualala, Anchor Bay, Point Arena, Manchester, Elk, Albion, Little River, Mendocino, Fort Bragg and Westport are all small, former logging communities that line Highway 1.

The coast is a popular weekend getaway for residents of the San Francisco Bay Area and has scores of great restaurants and dozens of bed and breakfast inns, vacation homes and motels. The entire town of Mendocino is a State Preservation District due to its lovingly cared-for buildings, most of which date from the late 1800s.

Mendocino County has several state parks and recreation areas, including Sinkyone Wilderness State Park, which encompasses some of the most pristine coastline in the country.

Mendocino is rapidly gaining on Napa and Sonoma counties with its growing number of fine wine offerings. Mendocino has more than 30 world-class wineries that welcome visitors to their tasting rooms. Most of the wineries are located in Hopland, Ukiah, Redwood Valley, and along Highway 128 in Yorkville and the Anderson Valley.

Weather in Mendocino County is generally mild. Fog and sea breezes usually keep the coastal areas cool, while inland temperatures can reach the 90s during the summer months.

For additional details about Mendocino County, call (707) 463-4371. www.co.mendocino.ca.us/ www.gomendo.com

photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com

A young couple walks their dog on the Coastal Trail near Mendocino Village.

T

“We are here for the community on the Mendocino Coast.” BM1 Jeremy Bock, Operations Officer

he North California Coast is a beautiful sight to behold. Dramatic bluffs and rocky shorelines make incredible photographic opportunities, but also make the north shores potentially dangerous for the people working and playing on our coastal waterways. The Coast Guard is there to protect us from possible danger, help in the event of an emergency and assure that our coastlines and waterways are ecologically sound, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Coast Guard Motor Lifeboat Station Noyo River covers the entire Mendocino Coast, stretches up into a portion of the southern Humboldt Coast and extends 50 nautical miles

W

courtesy of US Coast Guard

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

This Issue Dedicated to the Mendocino Coast Guard out into the Pacific Ocean.

In total the station protects over 5,000 square miles of waterway. Each year the station runs approximately 200 rescue missions, and recorded 253 lives assisted in 2007 alone. The Coast Guard will also assist other organizations from fire departments to Fish and Game agencies.

We at 101 Thing to Do® Magazine, would like to dedicate this issue of 101 Things to Do®—Mendocino, to the brave men and women of the United States Coast Guard who selflessly dedicate there lives everyday to protect the lives of others and to the preservation and protection of our beautiful shores. www.uscg.mil/d11/staNoyoRiver

How to use the 101 Things To Do® Magazine

elcome to beautiful Mendocino County and 101 Things To Do® magazine. This magazine, which is in its 19th year, is published as your resource to enjoy the diversity of this unique area. Our magazine is organized in a logical, orderly fashion to make it easy to use. Our full-color map on page 4 shows the major roads and towns in the area, as does the Winery map on pages 10-11. The table of contents, listed in alphabetical order, makes it easy to find a particular town or topic. Inside the magazine, we’ve divided the county by cities and regions, starting in Hopland and through Anderson Valley, covering the whole coast of Mendocino County, then proceeding south to north on U.S. Highway 101.

The 101 Things To Do®—sprinkled throughout the magazine (starting on page 16)—are easy to read and informative articles giving you a sense of what you may want to see and do while in this vast area.

The magazine also includes information about other destinations, gleaned from our sister publications that serve Del Norte, Humboldt, Shasta, Siskiyou, Trinity, Tehama, Butte, Modoc, Lassen, Plumas, Sonoma, Marin in California, as well as Curry, Josephine, Jackson, Lincoln, Douglas, Line, Polk, Benton and Marion Counties in Oregon.

We urge visitors and locals alike to patronize the many fine businesses that make this publication possible. Because of their support, we can share the beauty of Mendocino and Lake Counties with you. Please tell them you found them through the 101 Things To Do® magazine. As you travel further, please look for our 101 Things To Do® magazines in Hawaii, San Diego and South Carolina. You can also read this and all of our magazines online at www.101things.com. www.101things.com • Mendocino 7

Mendocino County Wineries

T

hough small, Mendocino County is known for producing world-class wines, a tradition that started more than 125 years ago.

European settlers began planting vines on hills and in valleys that were reminiscent of their homelands. Many settlers were attracted to California by the promise of Gold Rush riches. When such promises proved exaggerated, some turned to winemaking.

Mendocino County’s first winery was established in 1879 by Louis Finne, near what today is Hopland. Since the fruit did not usually survive transport before the railroad’s arrival in the county, many grape growers built their own wineries and produced “jug” or bulk wines.

County records show that winemaking was well established by 1900. Today, more that 60 wineries are found in the area. The region produces an abundance of award-winning vintages and the business is the largest non-manufacturing industry in the county.

While Mendocino County is divided into nine growing regions, only eight have been designated as official American Viticultural Areas.

These wine regions are divided into six valley areas, and three non-valley regions, each noted for the different varieties of grapes that are produced under slightly different climatic conditions. The different appellations include:

Sanel and McDowell Valleys: These valleys are found where U.S. Highway 101 enters Mendocino County from the south and then along Highway 175 toward Lake County. In these areas look for the wines of Brutocao Cellars, Milano Winery, McDowell Winery and Weibel Family Wine Group.

Ukiah Valley: This valley lies further north along Highway 101, and it was here that the county’s grape growing began. Today it is where some of Mendocino’s largest and oldest vintners make their home.

“Wine is constant proof that God loves us and loves to see us happy.”

—Benjamin Franklin Anderson Valley:

This valley is located between Highway 101 and the Mendocino Coast on Highway 128 and is some of the most beautiful countryside in the state. Look for the wines of Brutocao Cellars, Roederer Estates, Pacific Star Vineyards and Scharffenberger Cellars.

Cole Ranch: Cole Ranch is a small, singleproprietor growing area tucked into the hills southwest of Ukiah, on the road to the Anderson Valley. The elevation ranges from 1,400 to 1,600 feet above sea level. Cole Ranch contains approximately 60 acres of grapes, producing fine Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling. There are no wineries in the region. photo by Steve Eberhard

Redwood and Potter Valleys:

These valleys are the northern frontier for commercial grape growing in California, and lie further north along Highway 101 and along Highway 20. When in the area check out the Barra of Mendocino Winery.

Yorkville Highlands: The Yorkville Highlands begin at the north end of Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley and extend northwest (following route 128) to Boonville. This relatively young winegrape growing region has had success with Sauvignon Blanc, and looks very promising for Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

Mendocino Ridges:

photo by Doug Noble

While this appellation covers about 410 square miles, the actual viticultural Mendocino Ridges designation applies to grape growing regions above 1,200 feet.

This is the only non-contiguous viticultural area in the United States. During the summer, cold fog flows off the Pacific and fills the lower altitudes, but rarely climbs above the 1,200 foot mark. Some of California’s oldest Zinfandel grapes grow here.

Information on wineries and winemaking is provided on the following pages or contact the Mendocino Wine Growers Alliance at (707) 468-9886. www.mendowine.com

Star WINERY

PACIFIC

Make our family winery your destination. Bring a picnic and stay awhile to take in the ever-changing vista from our perch on the bluff’s edge of the spectacular Mendocino Coast.

Pacific Star’s breathtaking bluffs can be the site for your wedding festivities.

Tasting, Picnics & Whale Watching

Open Daily 11am to 5pm

www.pacificstarwinery.com Pacific Star Winery 33000 N. Hwy 1, Fort Bragg 12 miles north of Fort Bragg at the 73.58 mile post (707) 964-1155

IT’S MY FAULT... come try our new Syrah, Charbono & Carignane blend, commemorating the 2006 discovery of the Pacific Star Fault, named for and located directly under our winery.

8 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

Pacific Star Downtown Tasting Room 401 N. Main Street, Fort Bragg in the Depot Mall (707) 962-WINE Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Mendocino County Wineries Varietals Legend There are hundreds of varietals, too many to list here, so we have picked what we think to be the most common. Many wineries produce varietals not listed here, and produce their own special blends of these varietals.

CO Certified Organic BD Bio-Dynamic ________________________ Ba C Ca CBSB

CF ChB Ci CRSB

Barbera Chardonnay Carignane California Bordeau Style Blend Cabernet Franc Chenin Blanc Cinsault California Rhone Style Blend

Winery

Tasting

Why all the color?

This chart is color coded to match the appellation color codes on our map. Match the color to the map and you have found the winery. PS Petite Sirah CS Do G Gr M Mal Mar Mu N P PB PG PN Tours

Cabernet Sauvignon Dolcetto Gewurztraminer Grenache Merlot Malbec Marsanne Muscat Nebbiolo Port Pinot Blanc Pinot Gris-Grigio Pinot Noir Varietals

Albertina Wine Cellars

By Appt. By Appt.

CS P.O. Box 601, Hopland

707-744-1475 • www.albertinawinecellars.com

Anderson Valley Brewing Co. Thur.-Mon. Daily Multiple Beer 17700 Hwy. 253, Boonville

Varieties 707-895-2337 (BEER) • www.avbc.com

Annapolis Winery Daily Daily C, CS, G, PN, 26055 Soda Springs Road, Annapolis

SB, Sy, Z 707-886-5460 • www.annapoliswinery.com

Barra of Mendocino Daily

By Appt.

C, CS, Mu Redwood Valley Cellars , 7051 N. State St., Redwood Valley PB, PN, PG 707-485-8771 • www.barraofmendocino.com PS, Sa, Z Breggo Cellars Daily

By Appt.

C, G, PG, 11001 Hwy. 128, Boonville

PN, R, SB 707-895-9589 • www. breggo.com

Brutocao Cellars: Anderson Daily No C, CS, Do, M PN, P, SB, Sy, Z Valley Tasting Room, 7000 Hwy. 128, Philo 707-895-2152 • www.brutocaocellars.com

Brutocao Cellars: Daily

By Appt.

C, CS, Do, M, Hopland Tasting Room, 13500 S. Hwy. 101, Hopland PN, P, SB, SY, Z 707-744-1664 • www.brutocaocellars.com

Burford & Brown Tasting Rm Fri.-Mon. Ba, M, PG, 13265 Suite 5, S Hwy 101, Hopland

SB, Sy, Z 707-744-8781, www.burfordandbrown.com

Sy, Z Chiarito Vineyard

By Appt. By Appt.

2651 Mill Creek Road, Ukiah

707-462-7146 • www.chiaritovineyard.com

Claudia Springs Tasting Rm Fri.-Mon. No PG, PN, R Mile Marker 16, Hwy. 128, Philo

Vi, Z 707-895-3993 • www.claudiasprings.com

Cole Bailey Vineyards Tasting at By Appt.

CS, SB 1482 Inez Way, Redwood Valley Tierra

707-485-9507 • www.colebailey.com

Elizabeth Vineyards

By Appt. By Appt.

CS, SB, Z 8591 Colony Drive, Redwood Valley

707-485-9009 • www.elizabethvineyards.com

Demuth Winery

By Appt. By Appt.

C, PN 16125 Deer Meadows Rd., Boonville

707-895-3729 • www.demuthwinery.com

Dunnewood Vineyards Mon.-Fri. By Appt.

P 2399 N. State St., Ukiah

707-467-4840

Eaglepoint Ranch Winery

By Appt. By Appt.

GR, PS, Sy P.O. Box 550, Philo

707-463-0635 • www.eaglepointranch.com

Elke Vineyards

By Appt. By Appt.

C, PG, PN 12351 Hwy. 128, Boonville

707-246-7045 • www.elkevineyards.com

Esterlina Vineyards

By Appt. No C, CS, M, PN, 1200 Holmes Ranch Road, Philo

P, Ri, SB, Sy, Z 707-895-2920 • www.esterlinavineyards.com

Fife Vineyards Daily

By Appt.

CS, M, PS 3621 Ricetti Lane, Redwood Valley

R, Sy, Z 707-485-0323 • www.fifevineyards.com

Frey Vineyards

By Appt. No C, M, PN, PS 14000 Tomki Road, Redwood Valley - CO, BD

R, Sa, SB, Z 707-485-5177 • www.freywine.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

We strive to make these listings as accurate as possible.

Information is subject to change. Please email any discrepancies or changes to info@101things.com

Winery

PV RD Ri R RB S Sa SB SpW Sy Vi WD WZ Z

Petite Verdot Red Dessert Wine Riesling Rose Rhone Blend Semillon Sangiovese Sauvignon-Fume Blanc Sparkling Wine Syrah-Shiraz Viognier White Dessert Wine White Zinfandel Zinfandel Tasting

Tours

Varietals

Giuseppe Wines

By Appt. No C, CS, 401 School Way, Redwood Valley

M, Z 707-485-8458 • www.giuseppewines.com

Glendeven’s Wine Bar[n] Daily No Multiple Wineries 8205 North Hwy 1, Little River

707-937-0083 • www.glendeven.com Goldeneye Winery Daily

By Appt.

PN 9200 Hwy. 128, Philo

707-895-3202 • www.goldeneyewinery.com

Graziano Family of Wines Daily No PN, PS 13251 S. Hwy. 101 Suite 3, Hopland

Sa, Z

707-744-8466 • www.grazianofamilyofwines.com Greenwood Ridge Vineyards Daily No CS, M, PN, 5501 Hwy. 128, Philo

Ri, S, SB, Z 707-895-2002 • www.greenwoodridge.com

Handley Cellars Daily

By Appt.

C, G, PG, PN 3151 Hwy. 128, Philo

Ri, SB, SpW 800-733-3151 • www. handleycellars.com

Sy, Vi, Z Harmonique Wine - Tasting Fri.-Sun. No PN Mile Marker 16 at Floodgate, Hwy 128, Philo

707-895-3993 • www.harmoniquewine.com

Hidden Cellars Winery Daily

By Appt.

C, CS, PS, 1500 Ruddick-Cunningham Road, Ukiah

SB, Sy, Z 707-462-0301

Husch Vineyards Daily No C, Ca, ChB, CS 4400 Hwy. 128, Philo

G, Mus, PN, SB, Sy, Z 800-55-HUSCH • www.huschvineyards.com

Jeriko Estate Daily No C, CS, M Hwy. 101, Hopland - BD

PN, Sa, SB, 707-744-1140 • www.jerikoestate.com

SpW, Sy Lazy Creek Vineyards

By Appt. By Appt.

C, G, PN 4741 Hwy. 128, Philo

707-895-3623 • www.lazycreekvineyards.com

Le Vin Vineyards

By Appt. By Appt.

C, CF, CS

33151 Hwy. 128, Yorkville - CO M, PN

707-894-2304 or 707-494-0314 • www.levinwinery.com Le Vin: Coastside Gallery Daily No C, CF, CS 45055 Albion St., Mendocino - CO

M, PN 707-937-4960 or 707-494-0314 • www.levinwinery.com

Lolonis Winery

By Appt. By Appt.

C, CS, FB, M, 1905 Road D, Redwood Valley

PS, SB, Sy, Z 925-938-8066 or 707-485-7544 • www.lolonis.com

Londer Vineyards & Winery

By Appt. By Appt.

C, PN, Sy, G 4830 Monte Bloyd Road, Philo

707-895-3900 • www.londervineyards.com

Lone Oak Estate Daily Daily C, CS, M, R 36050 Hwy. 128, Cloverdale

707-894-9260 • www.loneoakestatewinery.com

Manoir Girard Cellars

By Appt. By Appt. RD, P 1 Old Winery Way, Potter Valley

707-743-1010 • www.mjGirard.com Daily No C, M Maple Creek Winery 20799 Hwy. 128, Yorkville

PN, Z 707-895-3001 • www.maplecreekwine.com

McDowell Valley Vineyards Daily No G, P, SB Sy, Vi Tasting Room, 13380 S. Hwy. 101, Hopland 707-744-8911 • www.mcdowellsyrah.com

Winery

Tasting

Tours

McNab Ridge Winery Daily No 13441 S. Hwy. 101, Hopland

707-744-1986 • www.mcnabridge.com

Meyer Family Cellars Mon.-Sat. No 19750 Hwy. 128, Yorkville

707-895-2341 • www.mfcellars.com

Mendocino Wine Co. Daily No 45070 Main St., Mendocino - CO, BD

707-937-6190, 800-860-3347 • www.mendocinowineco.com Milano Family Winery Daily Yes 14594 S. Hwy. 101, Hopland

707-744-1396 • www.milanowinery.com

Navarro Vineyards Daily

By Appt.

5601 Hwy. 128, Philo

800-537-WINE • www.navarrowine.com

Nelson Family Vineyards Daily

By Appt.

550 Nelson Ranch Road, Ukiah

707-462-3755 • www.nelsonfamilyvineyards.com Oracle Oaks Winery

By Appt. By Appt.

1900 Road D, Redwood Valley

707-485-5656 • www.oracleoakswinery.com

Oster Wine Cellars

By Appt. By Appt.

13501 Tomki Road, Redwood Valley - CO

707-485-5275 • www.osterwine.com Pacific Star Winery Daily Yes 33000 N. Hwy. 1, Fort Bragg

707-964-1155 • www.pacificstarwinery.com

Pacific Star Tasting Room Daily No 401 Main St., Fort Bragg, in Depot Bldg.

707-962-WINE • www.pacificstarwinery.com

Parducci Wine Cellars Daily

By Appt.

501 Parducci Road, Ukiah - CO, BD

707-463-5350 or 888-362-9463 • www.parducci.com Philo Ridge Vineyards

By Appt. By Appt.

27700 Nash Mill Road, Philo - CO, BD

707-489-2303 • www.philoridge.com

Raye’s Hill Vineyard & Winery By Appt. By Appt.

3400 Chardonnay Lane, Philo

707-895-3439 • www.rayeshill.com

Roederer Estate Daily

By Appt.

4501 Hwy. 128, Philo

707-895-2288 • www.roedererestate.net

Scharffenberger Cellars Daily

By Appt.

8501 Hwy. 128, Philo

707-895-2957

Silversmith Vineyards Daily

By Appt.

8121 Vineyard Oaks, Redwood Valley

707-485-1196 • www.silversmithvineyards.com SIP Mendocino Wine Bar Daily No 13420 S. Hwy. 101, Hopland

707-744-8375, www.sipmendocino.com

Standish Wine Company Daily No 5101 Hwy. 128, Philo

707-895-9213 • www.standishwine.com

TIERRA Art Garden Wine Wed-Sun No 312 N. School St., Ukiah Closed in January

707-468-7936 • www.artgardenwine.com Topel Winery

By Appt.

1850 Duncan Springs Rd., Hopland

707-744-1787 • www.topelwines.com

Toulouse Vineyards & Winery Daily

By Appt.

8001 Hwy. 128, Philo

707-895-2828 • www.toulousevineyards.com Ukiah Brewing Co. Daily

By Appt.

102 S. State St., Ukiah

707-468-5898 • www.ukiahbrewingco.com

Vin de Tevis

By Appt. By Appt.

51161 Covelo Road, Dos Rios

707-983-8433 • www.vindetevis.com

Weibel Family Wine Group Tasting Coming Soon 13300 Buckman Drive, Hopland on Hwy 175

707-744-2200 • www.weibel.com Whaler Vineyards

By Appt. No 6201 Old River Road, Ukiah

707-462-6355

Yorkville Cellars Daily No 25701 Hwy. 128, Yorkville

707-894-9177 • www.yorkvillecellars.com

Zina Hyde Cunningham Winery Daily No 14077 Hwy. 128, Boonville

707-895-9462 • www.zinawinery.com

Varietals

C, CS, M, Mu PS, SB, Vi, Z

P, Sy

C, CS, G, M PG, PN, PS, SB, WZ, Z Ca, CBSB CS, M, P, PS, PV, Sy, Z C, CS, G, Mu PG, PN, PS, R SB, Sy, WD Z CS, Mu, PG PN, R, Ri Vi, Z CS, M, P, PS Sy, Z

CS

Unusual & Rare Wines

Unusual & Rare Wines

C, CS, M, Mu PG, PN, PS SB, WZ, Z C, CS, G, PG PN, RB, Sy, Z

PN

C, PN, SpW

C, PN SpW, Sy

CS, PS, Z

Multiple Wineries

C, PN

Multiple Wineries

C, PN, Sy

G, PG, PN R, Ri

Multiple Beer Varieties

Ca, CF, CS M, Z

C, CS, M, PN, SB, Z Champagne CS, Sy, Z

CF, CS, M, Mal PV, S, SB

C, Ca, CBSB PN, PS, SB Z

www.101things.com • Mendocino Visitor /

Russian Gulch State Park

North Coast Brewing Company

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Little River

No

yo R ive

r

CALIFORNIA

Big River

Van Damme Beach State Park

Mendocino Wine Co. Glendeven’s Wine Bar{n}

Mendocino Le Vin: Coastside Gallery

Caspar

Noyo

Fo rk E el R iver

Laytonville

W ES

20

OAD “SKUN KT TERN RAILR

MENDOCINO COUNTY

So u th

Branscomb

Admiral Standley State Park

Fort Bragg Pacific Star Tasting Room

Cleone

MacKerricher State Park

Pacific Star Winery

Westport

1

101

RA

SCHOOL WAY

Giuseppe Wines

Cole Bailey INEZ Vineyards WAY

Ee l

Manoir Girard Cellars

OLD WINERY WAY

EEL RIVER ROAD D

ROAD J ROAD E

Oracle Oaks Winery

(Colony Drive)

Mendocino National Forest

Potter Valley Elizabeth Vineyards

Silversmith Vineyards

Redwood Valley

Frey Vineyards

Eel River

Yorkville Highlands

Redwood Valley

Potter Valley

McDowell Valley

Mendocino Ridge

Mendocino

Anderson Valley

Oster Wine Cellars

Willits

Middle Fork

APPELLATION LEGEND MENDOCINO COUNTY

Vin de Tevis

Dos Rios

162 162

Covelo

TOMKI RD

10 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

TR EAS

W RD

e Riv Eel r ve Ri

r ” IN

~ Subject to change ~

WINE TASTING & BREWERY LEGEND

While every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of this map and accompanying information, any discrepancies or omissions can be corrected by contacting the publisher at (800) 640-8439 or via e-mail to info@101things.com NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE © 2008 101Things To Do®

Breweries

By Appointment

(may include Friday)

Point Arena

MTN VIEW ROAD R

ive

D

Philo

128

253

20

TALMAGE RD

Ukiah

Monte Volpe Enotria Graziano

Gualala

LAKE COUNTY

Mendocino Brewing Co

175

Yorkville

101

SONOMA COUNTY

Cloverdale

Lone Oak Estate

Le Vin Vineyards

N S DU ING R SP

Hopland

TO SANTA ROSA SAN FRANCISCO

Weibel Winery McNab Ridge Winery Tasting Opening Soon Albertina Wine Cellars Milano Family Winery Topel Winery Burford & Brown N CA RD Fri-Mon

McDowell Valley Vineyards SIP Mendocino Wine Bar Brutocao Cellars

N

RD CH N A Nelson Family Vineyards NR O Graziano Family of Wines: S Jeriko Estate EL Domaine Saint Gregory

Whaler Vineyards

Chiarito Vineyard

RUDDICK-CUNNINGHAM RD MILL CREEK RD

Hidden Cellars Winery

Dunnewood Vineyards

Lake Mendocino

Calpella

WINERIES of MENDOCINO COUNTY

South to Annapolis Winery, Sonoma County

Lolonis Winery

ROAD B Fife Vineyards ROAD A

ROAD D

Maple Creek Winery Yorkville Cellars

BO O N

H KIA E-U

Mailliard Redwoods State Park

(not Sundays)

Meyer Family Cellars

Zina Hyde Cunningham Winery

Boonville

Anderson Valley Brewing Company

INDIAN CREEK RD

TO SEA RANCH, ANNAPOLIS, JENNER, HWY 116 BODEGA BAY, SAN FRANCISCO

Fish Rock

r

Chiarito Vineyard Cole-Bailey Vineyards Lolonis Winery Londer Vineyards Frey Vineyards Raye’s Hill Vineyards

TIERRA Garden Art Wine:

Roederer Estate Ukiah Brewing Lazy Creek Vineyards Company Standish Wine Company Greenwood Ridge Vineyards Navarro Vineyards Toulouse Vineyards & Winery Scharffenberger Cellars

NASH MILL RD

Esterlina Vineyards Philo Ridge Vineyards

Goldeneye Winery Breggo Cellars Elke Vineyards

Brutocao Cellars Anderson Valley Tasting Room

R

Weekends

RD Handley Cellars

Husch Vineyards Londer Vineyards & Winery

OD

ia

Monday-Friday

NW O

rc Ga

Daily

REE

Winery

to Y RDAY LN E L N T GUNARDON H RD H C RANC S E Navarro Raye’s Hill M HOL

Claudia Springs Tasting Rm Harmonique Wines G

Manchester

Manchester Beach State Park

Elk

128

CI RD

Parducci Wine Cellars

PARDUC

N STATE ST

Albion

Barra of Mendocino Redwood Valley Cellars

N STATE ST

L ST SCHOO RD

N STATE ST S STATE ST

er Albion Riv

ILL

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

EAN EV

OC C I IF D MTN HO USE R

C PA SID EAST E o r RIVER RD D L O

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 11

While every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of this map and accompanying information, any discrepancies or omissions can be corrected by contacting the publisher at (800) 640-8439 or via e-mail to info@101things.com NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE © 2008 101Things To Do®

Breweries

By Appointment

(may include Friday)

ive

D

r

Philo

128

253

20

TALMAGE RD

Ukiah

Monte Volpe Enotria Graziano

Gualala

LAKE COUNTY

McDowell Valley Vineyards SIP Mendocino Wine Bar Brutocao Cellars

N

Mendocino Brewing Co

175

RD CH N A Nelson Family Vineyards NR O Graziano Family of Wines: S Jeriko Estate EL Domaine Saint Gregory

Whaler Vineyards

Chiarito Vineyard

RUDDICK-CUNNINGHAM RD MILL CREEK RD

Hidden Cellars Winery

Dunnewood Vineyards

Lake Mendocino

Calpella

Yorkville

101

SONOMA COUNTY

Cloverdale

Lone Oak Estate

Le Vin Vineyards

Hopland

WINERIES of MENDOCINO COUNTY

South to Annapolis Winery, Sonoma County

Lolonis Winery

ROAD B Fife Vineyards ROAD A

ROAD D

TO SANTA ROSA SAN FRANCISCO

Weibel Winery McNab Ridge Winery Tasting Opening Soon Albertina Wine Cellars Milano Family Winery Topel Winery Burford & Brown N C A S RD Fri-Mon N DU ING Maple Creek Winery R SP Yorkville Cellars

BO O N

H KIA E-U

Mailliard Redwoods State Park

(not Sundays)

Meyer Family Cellars

Zina Hyde Cunningham Winery

Boonville

Anderson Valley Brewing Company

INDIAN CREEK RD

TO SEA RANCH, ANNAPOLIS, JENNER, HWY 116 BODEGA BAY, SAN FRANCISCO

Fish Rock

R

Weekends

Monday-Friday

Point Arena

MTN VIEW ROAD R

Chiarito Vineyard Cole-Bailey Vineyards Lolonis Winery Londer Vineyards Frey Vineyards Raye’s Hill Vineyards

TIERRA Garden Art Wine:

Roederer Estate Ukiah Brewing Lazy Creek Vineyards Company Standish Wine Company Greenwood Ridge Vineyards Navarro Vineyards Toulouse Vineyards & Winery Scharffenberger Cellars

NASH MILL RD

Esterlina Vineyards Philo Ridge Vineyards

Goldeneye Winery Breggo Cellars Elke Vineyards

Brutocao Cellars Anderson Valley Tasting Room

ia

~ Subject to change ~

WINE TASTING & BREWERY LEGEND

RD Handley Cellars

Husch Vineyards Londer Vineyards & Winery

OOD

rc Ga

Daily

NW

REE

Winery

to Y RDAY LN E L N T GUNARDON H RD H C RANC S E Navarro Raye’s Hill M HOL

Claudia Springs Tasting Rm Harmonique Wines G

Manchester

Manchester Beach State Park

Elk

128

CI RD

L ST

Parducci Wine Cellars

PARDUC

N STATE ST

Albion

Barra of Mendocino Redwood Valley Cellars

N STATE ST

SCHOO RD

N STATE ST S STATE ST

er Albion Riv

ILL

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

EAN EV

OC C I IF D MTN HO USE R

C PA SID EAST E o r RIVER RD D L O

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 11

101 Things To Know About Wine Editor’s Note: Russian River Wine Road, an association of wineries and lodging in Northwest Sonoma County, provided much of the content included here. Visit www.wineroad.com for more information. Details have been modified strictly for Mendocino County.

C

alifornia’s renowned wine industry has flourished in Mendocino County since the 1850s, when European immigrants, failing as prospectors during the Gold Rush, stayed on as farmers who planted wine grapes. Today Mendocino County is one of the premier regions in the world for growing, producing, touring and tasting wine. With more than 60 of the state’s top wineries, Mendocino County rivals all other California wine regions.

Mendocino County begins just 90 miles north of San Francisco, and has no large cities.

While the early winemakers in Sonoma and Napa counties transported their wines to San Francisco, Mendocino growers usually sold, traded or drank their wines close to home. As railroads and highways were built, the growers joined the counties to the south in selling to the huge wine market in San Francisco. Today, “Mendocino” has earned its place on the label of some of the best wines produced in the state.

Many Mendocino wineries offer tasting and are open daily (see map and listings on the center spread). While there may be a charge for tasting, the fee is usually deducted from any wine purchase. If you are looking for a memorable wine tasting adventure, you probably won’t find a friendlier place to taste and experience Wine Country than Mendocino County. So have fun!

Here is a compendium of 101 Things to Know when visiting Wine Country: • THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND 1. Plan ahead. Many wineries have limited

hours. Appointments to taste and tour wineries are very easy to setup and in many cases can be quite impromptu, so don’t hesitate to call ahead even if it’s last minute.

2. Ask questions. Wine tasting is an opportunity not only to educate your palate, but also to learn more about the winemaking process.

3. Designate a driver. For a carefree day of tasting, this is the best way to go.

Available local tour services are fun and especially affordable. It is illegal for a tasting room to serve wine to anyone who appears intoxicated, even if they have a designated driver—so taste responsibly.

4. Feel free to use the dump buckets set out on the tasting bar for excess wine.

5. Limit yourself to no more than four wine tastes per winery.

6. Ask before you picnic at a winery, and never bring other alcoholic beverages to drink at a winery.

7. Children are welcome during non-event weekends, but please keep an eye on them. Most wineries operate heavy equipment and therefore it is not safe for unsupervised children. Remember, no one under the age of 21 may sample wine — not even your children.

8. Always taste from whites to reds. If you’ve already entered the red list and want to try a particular white again, try another day. If you’re on the cusp of whether or not to buy it, take your best guess or come back for another try later.

9. Try vertical/horizontal tasting. Vertical tasting involves sampling the same wine from different years. Horizontal tasting involves sampling the same vintage year and wine from different wineries.

10. Step away from the wine. If you’re in a winery that’s very busy at the tasting bar, back away from the bar after receiving a tasting.

11. Don’t wear perfume, cologne, or lotions.

The aromas of the wine mingle with strong scented cosmetics, which alter perception in taste, and can ruin the experience for others.

12. Follow the winery’s advice on tasting order. Winemaker’s styles differ, so trust the order provided by each winery’s experts.

• LEARN THE LINGO – A-Z: 13. Acidity: Since acid is present in all

grapes, it’s also present in all wines. It is extremely important in determining structure, shape and lifespan, and it helps preserve wine for longer aging. Good acid levels can make a wine crisp and refreshing, supporting the aftertaste.

14. Appellation: In the United States, appellation is a grape-growing area defined strictly by a geographic area. If a wine label cites an appellation, 75% of the grapes must be grown in that appellation. (For a more detailed explanation of Appellation, see Things to Know 57, 58 & 59 in the right hand column).

15. Aroma: Refers to fragrances in the wine that are characteristic of the grapes. For instance, Chardonnay might be described as citrusy. Its aromas of lemon, lime or grapefruit come from the grapes; they are not added. Also see Bouquet or Nose.

16. Balance: An integration of the major components of wine — fruit, acidity, tannins, alcohol, oak — so none outweighs the other. A balanced wine fills the mouth with flavors.

17. Barrel Fermented: Wine is usually fermented in 55-gallon oak barrels that require careful cellar attention, but contribute to increased complexity and flavor. The interaction of wine and the wood adds suggestions of spice and vanilla to wines.

18. Body: The feeling of a wine’s weight in the mouth, such as fullbodied, medium-bodied or light-bodied.

19. Bouquet: The fragrances in the wine that are introduced by the wine-making process, including the smell of the oak (vanilla) or the yeast in the wine.

20. Chewy: Describes photo by Doug Noble full-bodied, sometimes tannic wines — rich enough to chew on.

21. Complexity: When a wine is at once rich and deep, yet balanced and showing finesse.

22. Corked: Corked wine will smell moldy and disagreeable as a result of a bad cork that has been tainted with bacteria called TCA (trichloroanisole).

23. Dry: A wine with no perceptible sweetness.

24. Earthy: Wine, such as Pinot Noir, that has the smell or slight taste of fresh dirt.

25. Enology: The science of winemaking, also spelled oenology.

26. Estate Bottled: Indicates the winery owns or controls the grapes that produced the wine in the bottle.

27. Fermentation: The process in which yeast converts sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide, turning grape juice into wine.

28. Field Blend: A common practice among the early grape growers in Mendocino County, where complementary grape varieties were interplanted in a vineyard. The grapes are harvested and fermented together, creating a field-blend wine.

29. Finish: The taste that remains in the mouth after the wine is swallowed. A long, lingering finish is considered desirable.

30. Fortified: Wines such as Port, Sherry and Madeira with high alcohol content due to the addition of brandy or spirits.

“Most Beautiful Hotel & Best Service in all Mendocino County.”

Comfort Inn & Suites Mendocino Wine Country’s Newest Hotel

;gdb bdjciV^c"k^Zl gddbh l^i] l]^gaeddah dg eg^kViZ eddah^YZ WVaXdc^Zh! id ZaZ\Vci! gdbVci^X hj^iZh l^i] V Ä gZeaVXZ# 8dbea^bZciVgn =^\]"HeZZY >ciZgcZi VcY ;jaa =di 7gZV`[Vhi NZVg"GdjcY Edda ^c Eg^kViZ <VgYZc HZii^c\ ;^icZhh Gddb 7jh^cZhh 8ZciZg BZZi^c\ Gddbh

=Vbeidc >cc J`^V] &&+% 6^gedgi EVg` 7akY# J`^V]! 86 .*)-' ,%,")+'"+*** lll#]Vbeidc^ccj`^V]#Xdb

12 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

Full “Sunshine Breakfast” • Private Year-Round Heated Pool DSL and Wi-Fi • Guest Laundry Facilities on Site Walking Distance to Restaurants, Coffee Shops & Shopping Close to Historic Downtown Center 40 Winery Tasting Rooms within a 5 to 30 Minute Drive in the Ukiah Valley, Hopland, Redwood Valley and the World-Famous Anderson Valley

707-462-3442 1220 Airport Park Blvd. Ukiah Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

101 Things To Know About Wine

photo by Steve Eberhard

31. Grassy: An aroma or taste of grass or newly-mown hay — usually attributed to Sauvignon Blanc.

32. Lees: Sediment and yeast found in a barrel or tank during and after fermentation.

More winemakers are using the old technique of aging wine on the lees to increase complexities in aromas and flavors.

33. Legs: The drops of wine that slide down the sides of the glass when it is swirled, indicating the alcohol content in the wine.

34. Length: The amount of time a wine’s taste and aroma are evident after swallowing.

35. Made and Bottled By: The legal phrase used if a winery crushed, fermented and bottled at the same location at least 10% of the wine in the bottle.

36. Nose: Refers to how the wine smells — the aroma and bouquet — as in, “This wine has a great nose.”

37. Oaky: Describes the aroma or taste character of a wine that has interacted with the oak of a wood barrel. Most of the world’s greatest red wines (and many of the world’s greatest whites) are aged in wood before bottling and show some vanilla-spice-toast character contributed by oak.

38. Oxidized: A loss of freshness from exposure to air. If a wine has been open for several days, it will become oxidized.

39. Produced and Bottled By: A legal phrase that indicates the winery crushed, fermented

and bottled a minimum of 75% of the wine in the bottle.

40. Racking: The traditional practice of moving wine from one container to another.

Essentially it is decanting on a grand scale by moving wine from barrel to barrel to rid the wine of sediment, by leaving it behind in the first barrel.

41. Residual Sugar: The amount of unfermented grape sugar remaining in a wine. Dessert wines have a high level of residual sugar, while dry table wines have little to no residual sugar.

42. Split: The term used for a six-ounce bottle of wine.

43. Sulfites: A natural by-product of fermentation. Sulfites (in small quantities) may be added to wine to guard against spoilage.

44. Sur Lie: A term used for wines aged on the lees. Also see Lees (#32).

45. Table Wine: The legal term for wine that is less than 14% alcohol. Any wine over 14% alcohol must state the alcohol content on the front label and may not use the term “table wine” on the label.

46. Tannin: Chemicals found in the skins of many fruits, including grapes, which impart astringency. Tannin naturally preserves wine from oxidation and is a primary component in determining the wine’s structure and aging potential.

47. Tartrates: Natural, purely harmless crystals from the tartaric acids present in wines that

Scharffenberger Cellars

ROEDERER ESTATE

Brut Sparkling Wine

often form in used casks, in wine sediment and on used corks. Although they look like cut glass, they are completely safe, and are a positive indication to experienced tasters that a wine has not been overly processed.

48. Unfiltered: Some winemakers do not filter their wine because they believe filtering strips aromas and flavors from the wine.

However, these wines can be clarified using a fining process.

49. Unfined: Wine that was not treated with any fining process; however, it can be clarified using filtering. Some winemakers believe fining wine strips essential aromas and flavors from the wine.

50. Varietal: Term used to describe a wine produced from a particular type (variety) of grape. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and hundreds of others are examples of varietal wines.

51. Varietal Character: The aromas and flavors typical for a particular grape variety.

52. Variety: Term used to describe a type of grape. A wine made from a particular grape variety (e.g., Zinfandel) is referred to as a varietal.

53. Vintage: The year the grapes were grown and harvested.

54. Viticulture: The science of grape growing. When including the production of wine, the proper term is viniculture.

55. Wine Thief: A glass or plastic tube used to get a sample of wine from a barrel or other container.

56. Yeast: Important microorganisms that cause fermentation by converting sugar to alcohol.

• HOW IS AN APPELLATION DEFINED? 57. Appellation is a term used to define dif-

ferent grape growing regions. If “California” is on a wine label, the wine is made from grapes grown anywhere in California. If “Mendocino County”

is on the label, then at least 75% of the grapes were grown in Mendocino County. Within the Mendocino County appellation there are several sub-appellations, including the Anderson Valley, Redwood Valley and Mendocino Ridge.

58. Many appellation boundaries are easy to understand. In the case of California or Mendocino County, legal boundaries or borders are used. When it comes to sub-appellations other factors are considered.

59. Sub-appellation boundaries are defined by similar climatic conditions, soil types and weather patterns, or what the French call “terroir.” Variations in terroir contribute to different flavors in the same grape variety grown in different regions. Zinfandel grown in Dry Creek Valley typically has a different aroma and flavor profile than a Zinfandel grown in the Russian River Valley or Alexander Valley.

• SOME OF THE VARIETIES GROWN: 60. Alicante Bouschet: A cross between Petit

Bouschet and Grenache, Alicante Bouschet’s red flesh and dark skin produce a wine with deep, intense color.

61. Barbera: Known for its rich color, low tannins and high acid, this Italian grape came to California in the 1880s, and was a favorite of Italian immigrants who settled throughout Mendocino County. Originally Barbera was used as a blending grape, but today it is part of the “Cal-Italia” varietal trend produced by several Mendocino County wineries.

62. Cabernet Franc: Wine produced from this grape can have the intensity of flavors of a Cabernet Sauvignon without the overpowering tannins, allowing it to be enjoyed without waiting years for the tannins to soften. Cabernet Franc also may be blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot or Malbec to produce Meritage or Bordeaux varietal blends.

63. Cabernet Sauvignon: Described as “noble, “aristocratic” and the “King of Red Wines,” this Join Personal Vineyards at Brutocao and become part of the Brutocao Winemaking Team!

One of the reasons the wine industry is such a great place for a family business is that both families and wine are built around

sharing.

Hopland Tasting Room 13500 S. Highway 101 Hopland, CA 95449 707.744.1664

Anderson Valley Tasting Room 7000 Highway 128 Philo, CA 95466 707.895.2152

Taste

Sprawling 5,000 square foot tasting room highlights 40 foot ceilings, circular tasting bar, indoor fountain & gift shop.

Relax

A California Legend Since 1981!

Tasting Room and Art Gallery Open 11 - 5 Daily www.scharffenbergercellars.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Building upon a 200-year tradition of winemaking excellence to create exceptional Sparkling Wines!

Open Daily 11- 5 excluding major holidays, small tasting fee

4501 Hwy 128, Philo • 707-895-2288 www.roedererestate.com info@roedererestate.net

Bring a lunch and spend a relaxing afternoon in the beautiful gardens and picnic area.

Enjoy

BARRA of Mendocino wines are made from 100% estate grown, hand-picked certified organic grapes. www.barraofmendocino.com

7051 North State Street, Redwood Valley 707.485.0322 • Open Daily 10 am - 5 pm www.101things.com • Mendocino / 13

101 Things To Know About Wine small grape produces some of the most magnificent and sought after wines in the world.

Through DNA testing Cabernet Sauvignon was found to be a cross between Cabernet Franc (red grape) and Sauvignon Blanc (white grape).

Made in a variety of styles and often blended with other Bordeaux varietal grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon can be enjoyed when it is young, or in some cases, cellared for years to produce a smooth, delicious wine where once a tough tannic monster existed.

64. Carignane (Carignan): Popular in France and Spain as a blending varietal, Carignane was grown by early California wine pioneers. It produces a fruit-driven, easy-to-drink wine that is used as a blending wine, as well as a single varietal wine.

65. Champagne: Term for sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France.

66. Charbono: Thought to be a relative of Barbera or Dolcetto, or both varieties, that dates back to the 1880s in California. It has found a small resurgence in popularity with the current “Cal-Italia” movement in the wine industry.

67. Chardonnay: The Queen to Cabernet Sauvignon’s King, this white grape variety produces the famous Champagne, Chablis, White Burgundy and Maconnais wines from France, and is the most popular white wine in the world. As a varietal wine, Chardonnay can range from rich, oaky and buttery to fresh, crisp and fruity.

68. Chenin Blanc: Once a popular wine ranging in style from dry to semi-dry to sweet, Chenin Blanc primarily is used for blending. The fruity, wellbalanced wine is more challenging to find as a single varietal, but for white wine lovers, it can be worth the hunt.

69. Cinsaut (Cinsault): A Rhône varietal used to blend grapes or to produce an aromatic rosé, producing a soft, light-bodied red wine with perfume aromas and fruit forward flavors.

70. Dolcetto: From the Piedmont region of Italy, Dolcetto is produced in two distinctly different styles: a soft, slightly sweet aperitifstyled wine or a robust, hearty rich wine. A classic Dolcetto exhibits flavors of citrus peel, almonds, blueberries and even licorice.

P P

photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com

71. French Colombard: Also known as 80. Muscat: A versatile grape with perfumey Colombard, this white grape variety once was aromas and fruit-forward flavors dating back the second most planted grape in California. to early civilizations. Muscat varieties include Today it rarely is found as a varietal wine, but Muscat Blanc, Muscat of Alexandria, Muscat with its fruit-forward flavors, it is used as a Hamburg (Black Muscat), Orange Muscat and blending grape. more. Muscat is produced in a variety of styles 72. Fumé Blanc: A fanciful name for Sauvifrom sparkling wine to low alcohol table wine gnon Blanc. to sweet, high alcohol dessert wine.

73. Gewürztraminer: Originally from the 81. Peloursin: An almost extinct French Alsace region of France, Gewürztraminer quietly Rhône region variety that has been identified gained fans for its strong floral aromas and clas- as having ties to Petite Sirah. sic lychee-nut and spicy flavors. This versatile, 82. Petit Verdot: Used to blend with Cabernet fruity white wine can be made semi-dry to bone Sauvignon or with other Bordeaux varietals to dry as a late harvest dessert wine. add color, a spicy quality and additional struc74. Grenache: In France’s Rhône region, ture or backbone. This wine is rarely found as Grenache is used in the classic Châteauneuf- a single varietal. du-Pape. In California it is not often found as 83. Petite Sirah: DNA studies show Petite a single varietal, but is often used in delicious Sirah is the Rhône grape Durif, a cross between Rhône varietal blends or in Rosé.

Peloursin and Syrah. Although called “petite” the 75. Malbec: In California, Malbec is used in wine is anything but — it offers robust flavors Thisoccasionally is a PDF copy of your 2008ofedition Meritage blends, and is found as aad for andthe plenty tannins.of single varietal wine.

101 Things To Do® in MENDOCINO .

84. Pinotmagazine Gris: Pinot Grigio is a natural muta76.

Marsanne: A white grape originating in tionhow of you Pinotwould Noir like thatusyields a soft, perfumey Please check this proof carefully and let us know to proceed. the Rhône region of France. It frequently is white wine. ads@101thi A reply is needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility blended with other Rhône varietals.

85. Pinot Noir: Grown in the cooler regions accuracy and completeness of information in the ad.

Fx: (707) 44 77. Meritage™: Afor trademark name developed of Mendocino County, this fog-loving grape is by the Meritage Association to identify blends an essential component in the production of Please sign and fax, mail or reply to this email, any changes or if the PROOF IS O made from specific Bordeaux varietals. Associa- some French Champagnes. Tasting notes for The publisher will not be responsible for any errors if proof is not returned. tion wineries’ Bordeaux must be produced from Pinot Noir encompass the widest vocabulary of a blend of two or more of the following variet- any varietal in order to capture the sensual and ies in order to be called a Meritage: Cabernet elusive qualities that attract so many wine lovers PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date ___________________ Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, to this varietal.

Petit Verdot, St. Macaire, Gros Verdot, and 86. Port: This term is used to describe the Make these corrections Carmenere. No____________________________________________________ single variety can be more than famous fortified sweet wineDate_ made __________________ in Portugal.

90% of the blend. For a white wine Meritage, Port-style wines are made in the United States the wine must have two or more of the following from a variety of grapes including Cabernet varieties, and no single variety can be more than Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah.

90% of the blend: Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, and 87. Riesling: Also known as Johannesburg Sauvignon Vert.

Riesling or White Riesling, this classic German 78. Merlot: A classic Bordeaux grape tradivarietal was once produced by many California tionally used for blending. In the early 1970s wineries. Now it is rarely found on a winery’s Merlot gained popularity with wine drinkers tasting list. Generally a flowery, fruity dry wine seeking a softer, fruitier red wine, with rich with high acid and low alcohol, it can be also be flavors similar to Cabernet Sauvignon. made in a semi-dry and late harvest style.

79. Mourvèdre: Mourvèdre arrived in Northern 88. Rosé: A pink or salmon colored wine California in the 1870s from the Mediterranean produced from red grapes. Because the juice regions of Spain and France, where it was called has limited contact with the skins and seeds that Mataro. It often is blended with varietals, such as give the wine structure and tannin, Rosé is a soft, Grenache, to create a fruity, crisp Rosé. easy-to-drink wine best served chilled.

Open Daily 10-5 Picnic Area Gift Boutique

WINE TASTING Handcrafted wines are produced on site in the oldest winery in Hopland by owner & winemaker, Deanna Starr, in a beautiful, historic hop kiln. Bring the kids & see our menagerie of animals! Tours by appointment.

14594 S. Hwy. 101, Hopland r 707-744-1396 r www.milanowinery.com 14 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

101 Things To Know About Wine 89. Rousanne: A Rhône variety frequently

blended with Marsanne, Rousanne contributes good acidity and aromas of herbal tea and floral notes to the blend. Occasionally small amounts of Rousanne are blended with Syrah to soften the tannins and intensity and to add a touch of elegance to an overpowering Syrah.

90. Sangiovese: Brought to Mendocino County

by Italian immigrants, Sangiovese is produced as a varietal wine with possibly small amounts of other wines blended in to add a layer of dimension or additional flavor components.

91. Sauvignon Blanc: Also known as Fumé Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc is a classic variety that is an alternative to Chardonnay. Its styles can vary from grassy and herbaceous, to citrus qualities of lime and grapefruit, to flint and mineral qualities with gooseberry flavors.

92. Semillon: Traditionally blended with Sauvignon Blanc to produce dry table wine or a sweet dessert wine, including the renowned dessert wines from Sauternes, France. As a single varietal, Semillon displays aromas and flavors of figs and honey.

93. Shiraz: The Australian and South African name for the Syrah grape. See Syrah for additional information.

94. Sparkling Wine: Usually produced from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this wine bubbles when poured into a glass due to carbonation. Harvested early to capture the tangy flavors and high acids, a second fermentation in individual bottles starts with the addition of a small amount of sugar. Carbon dioxide, a natural by-product of fermentation, is trapped in the bottles and creates tiny bubbles when the sparkling wine is uncorked. This method of producing sparkling wine is called methode champenoise.

95. Syrah: Syrah experienced a surge in popularity in the U.S. in the early 1990s. Syrah demands a warm climate. Typical Syrah wine

Please say you saw itTOinDO 101 Things To Do1 4872-101 THINGS March 2008.indd

characteristics include white pepper, leather, wild gamey and intense dark berry flavors.

96. Tempranillo: Considered the Cabernet Sauvignon of Spain, Tempranillo has many names including Tinto Fino, Tinta Roriz, Tinta del Pais, Aragonez and Valdepañas. Tempranillo is generally blended with other varietals, similarly to the use of Cabernet Sauvignon in Bordeaux.

97. Valdiguiè: For years it was known as Napa Gamay or Gamay until DNA analysis properly identified this variety as Valdiguiè. This original French variety has all but disappeared as a varietal in France just as it has gained in popularity in California.

98. Viognier: Originally from the Rhône region, Viognier wines have a distinctive fragrance, a combination of floral and fruity aroma and flavors. Sometimes small amounts are blended with Syrah to tame and add elegance to the wine.

99. White Zinfandel (also see Rosé): This soft, easy-to-drink wine is produced in a similar style to a Rosé, White Zinfandel is produced from Zinfandel grapes. As the grapes are crushed, the juice picks up some of the pigmentation from the skins, giving it a rose or pink color.

100. Zinfandel: Although how the first Zinfandel vines arrived in the United States is a mystery, DNA testing linked it to both the Italian variety Primitivo and the Croatian variety Crljenak Kasteljanski. Zinfandel was a standard variety found in field-blend wines produced by the Mendocino County wine pioneers. This robust wine has an enormous following among wine lovers.

101. Late Harvest: A term used to describe wine made from grapes picked after the normal harvest time, generally late fall. Such grapes have a much higher sugar content, or Brix, that can translate to a sweet wine that is high in alcohol, making them a perfect compliment for after dinner.

Wine & Beer Festivals in Mendocino County With such a rich wine and beer brewing history, it’s no surprise that there are exceptional wine and beer related events and festivals held in Mendocino County throughout the year.

Passport Hopland May 3-4; Oct. 25-26

A ticket to this biannual community wide event will include entry and tasting in all 10 Hopland wineries. In addition each winery will have its own special form of entertainment.

Hopland Passport allows visitors to experience and enjoy all that the extraordinary Hopland area has to offer. For more information, call (800) 564-2582. www.hoplandpassport.com

12th Annual Boonville Beer Fest May 10

This Saturday event at the Mendocino Fairgrounds, in Boonville, is a craft beer lovers dream. Buy a wristband and receive a tasting glass, entry into the Mendocino Fairgrounds, music and the chance to have a great day—all the beer is included while the taps are open on Saturday afternoon. Food and merchandise is available through onsite vendors. For more information, call (707) 895-BEER (2337). www.avbc.com

Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival May 16-18

According to Food & Wine magazine, “Anderson Valley may be one of the best places in the country to grow Pinot Noir.” In the spring visitors can attend the Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival. This unique three-day event includes a Technical Conference and Social BBQ, on Friday; Grand Tasting with over 30 participating wineries and Winemakers Dinners, on Saturday; and open houses at all local wineries on Sunday. Tickets for the event are available exclusively online. For more information, call (707) 895-WINE (9463). www.avwines.com

California Wine Championship July 26 & 27

The California Wine Tasting Championships will give visitors the chance to test their wine tasting savvy. Wine Lovers are invited to compete in this friendly natured event at the Greenwood Ridge Vineyard, in beautiful Anderson Valley. Categories are Novice, Amateur and Professional, with prizes awarded in each category. For more information, call (707) 895-2001. www.greenwoodridge.com Yorkville Highlands Wine Festival Aug. 16 Yorkville Highlands’ unique location, elevation and temperature, give it an extended growing season that results in a quality of wine that is distinct to the region. On August 16, visitors can attend the Yorkville Highlands Wine Festival, at the Meyer Family Cellars. The festival includes wine tasting, music, wine tours and other events. Be sure to buy your tickets in advance, the event has sold out in the past. For more information, call (707) 894-9177. www.yorkvillehighlands.org Winesong Sept. 5-6 Come to the ever-changing always-incredible Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens for the 24th Annual Winesong. This Charity Wine & Art Auction is nationally recognized and draws wine connoisseurs from all over the globe. The two-day event features auctions, wine, food and music. Proceeds from the event are used to benefit the Mendocino Coast District Hospital.

For more information, call (707) 961-4909. www.winesong.org

www.101things.com 3/25/08 • Mendocino 4:46:02 PM/ 15

Mendocino County

1

All Around Mendocino County Taste Wine in “America’s Greenest Wine Region”

Mendocino County’s wineries and vineyards have produced quality wine grapes and wines since the Gold Rush period of the 1850s. Acquaint

art. In September, there are Paul Bunyan Days in Ft. Bragg, a tribute to the giant lumberjack and folk hero. In December, Santa flies into the local airport near Ukiah and rides around town greeting children for the Smalltown Christmas Festival. There are many other fantastic festivals that take place in Mendocino County. For more information, call (866) 466-3636.

3 courtesy of Brutocao Cellars

yourself with the wine of Mendocino County.

According to the Mendocino Winegrape & Wine Commission, “six wineries are certified biodynamic, 10 wineries are fish friendly-certified, 20 wineries have certified organic vineyards, eight wineries have uncertified organic vineyards, 22 wineries report sustainable winegrowing practices, one winery uses 100% solar power, and one winery is the first to be certified carbon neutral.

The region produces white wines including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and many white blends among others. Red wines include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and many more. The wine boom in the 1960s benefited the county greatly and many wineries exploded with production. The Mendocino Winegrape & Wine Commission showcases four separate driving tours that highlight different wineries with a variety of specialties and flavors.

Nearly all of the wineries feature tasting rooms.

Even if you don’t taste wines, the scenery of the countryside is a delight to the eyes. For more information, browse our comprehensive winery map and directory information pages, starting on page 8, or call the Mendocino Winegrape & Wine Commission at (707) 468-9886. www.mendowine.com

2

Join the Community at a Local Festival

Every month there is something new and exciting going on in Mendocino County. Several festivals give you the opportunity to get a taste of life as a local and to feel like a part of the community. In January, there is the 10-day Mendocino Crab and Wine Days, celebrated in most of the towns in the area with crabbing demonstrations and crab cake cook-offs. In February, there is fun for the whole family at the St. Mary’s Mardi Gras in Ukiah at the Redwood Empire Fairgrounds. March has one of the most popular festivals, the Whale Festival, in both Mendocino and Fort Bragg in order to welcome back the migrating Gray Whales.

Unwind and Relax at an Inn and Spa

A California vacation would not be complete without a relaxing visit to a spa. From facials to a cup of tea, Mendocino County has a wide selection of these havens from stress.

Bamboo Garden Spa offers an array of indulgent treatments including massages, facials, body treatments, saunas and soak tubs. Incorporating Asian philosophy and ingredients into every detail of the spa, they use only the highest quality oils photo by Cindy Phillips

Greenwood State Beach is one of the many spectacular beaches along the North Coast.

photo courtesy of Bamboo Garden Spa

and products. Therapists are provided specialized training to ensure quality and consistency, (707) 962-9396. www.bamboogardenspa.com Indulge yourself with a massage or body treatment at Third Court Salon and Day Spa at Little River Inn. This family-owned destination hotel and resort is located on the coast, two miles south of the village of Mendocino. They offer professional hair care, facials and more, (707) 937-3099. www.littleriverinn.com You can receive a full range of massages and unwind in a hot tub or sauna at the Sweetwater Gardens Spa in downtown Mendocino, (707) 300-4140. www.sweetwaterspa.com At Vichy Springs Resort and Country Inn in Ukiah, relax in a hot-spring or be treated to a number of unique massages and full body treatments, (707) 462-9515. www.vichysprings.com Have a “massage in the forest” at Stanford Inn just south of Mendocino Village.

Choose from Thai, hot stone, neuromuscular or Botanical Aromatherapy massages. Also available: facials, Ayervedic treatment and Yoga, (800) 331-8884. www.stanfordinn.com At the Baechtel Creek Inn & Spa located off Main Street in Willits you can have a facial, massage, steam therapy, aromatherapy, or scrub.

To enjoy this spa for more than one day, spend a night in one of the 42 rooms at the quaint inn, (800) 459-9911. www.baechtelcreekinn.com So if you want to get serious about relaxing, stop in at one of the numerous spas in Mendocino County. You won’t regret it.

4

Get Married in Mendocino County

Beautiful vistas, spectacular sunsets and miles of gracefully chiseled coastline make Mendocino and Northern Sonoma Counties a courtesy of Mendocino Film Festival www.mendocinofilmfestival.org wonderful place to say, “I do.” Mendocino’s relaxed atmosphere can make you and your May festivals include the 3rd Annual Men- loved one feel like you are the only two on the docino Film Festival, May 29 through June 1; and planet. Find a nice quiet location, drink some the Great Rubber Ducky Race in Westport, May locally grown wine and make that special day 11 (Mothers Day), where you can bring your own unforgettable.

For a perfect wedding, the Sea Ranch Lodge has ducky and race it down the Wages Creek.

The Fourth of July weekend also is known as wedding packages including venues with breathWillits Frontier Days, with rodeos, parades, car- taking views overlooking the ocean, and event nivals and even a talent show. In August, attend planning and staff to accommodate your guests. the Art in the Redwoods Festival in Gualala, (800) 732-7261., www.searanchlodge.com Getting married at the Mendocino Coast August 14 through 17, where you can play games, listen to music and view some local works of Botanical Gardens could be one of the most 16 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

beautiful things you ever do. The array of color and incredible views will make it easy for even an amateur photographer to turn this into a picture-perfect wedding.

(707) 964-4352., www.gardenbythesea.org You may or may not see a whale during your wedding, but the name, Whale Watch Inn, speaks volumes about the view. The inn can help as little or as much as you need to create a beautiful day.

(800) 942-5342, www.whalewatchinn.com

5

Try Your Hand at Disc Golf

Disc golf (sometimes called Frisbee golf or frolf) is a disc game in which individual players throw a flying disc into a basket or at a target.

According to the Professional Disc Golf Association, “The object of the game is to traverse a course from beginning to end in the fewest number of throws.” Disc golf has probably been played informally since the early 1900s, according to Victor Malafront’s The Frisbee Handbook, but modern disc golf started in the late 1960s, and as a fun, easy, family sport, has gotten nothing but hotter in the last few years.

As in traditional golf, a course usually consists of 18 holes. Unlike ball golf, most disc courses are located in public parks and are free to play, although some courses require a nominal fee. The sport requires inexpensive discs instead of costly clubs and balls. The disc courtesy of Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens golf “hole” consists of a metal basket with chains hanging over it.

At the Stanford Inn by the Sea select your It seems to be America’s new favorite spot indoors near a fireplace or outside in a park game and courses can be found all over garden and the staff can custom make the Mendocino County: Mendocino High School, perfect wedding, just the way you want it.

10070 Ford Street, Mendocino, 964-1601; KOA (800) 331-8884, www.stanfordinn.com Campground, 1600 Highway 20, Willits, (707) Golf in the morning, get married with a 459-6179; Anderson Valley Brewing Company, spectacular view of the ocean in the afternoon, corner of Hwys 253 and 128 in Boonville, and stay the night, all at the Little River Inn. (707) 894-5966; Low Gap Park, 841 Low Gap (707) 937-5942, www.littleriverinn.com Road, Ukiah, (707) 448-6722; Mendocino College Casual elegance, comfort and Disc Golf Course, 1000 Hensley Creek Rd., Ukiah, warmth, describe the experience you will (707) 468-3000; Lake Mendocino, Overlook Day have at the Glendeven Inn, with a wedUse Area, (707) 462-7581. ding in this sophisticated farmhouse setting.

(800) 822-4536, www.glendeven.com Bring the love and the guests. The Heritage House Inn will provide the spacious grounds overlooking the ocean, and the wedding planning service to cater to your every desire.

(800) 235-5885, www.heritagehouseinn.com The Baechtel Creek Inn and Spa has everything you need to pamper yourself on that special day, all with a quiet creek-side setting. (800) 459-9911, www.baechtelcreekinn.com A waterfall is the perfect background for any occasion, especially a wedding. The Vichy Springs, Mineral Springs Resort and Country Inn, will provide relaxation and more.

(707) 462-9515, www.vichysprings.com Rent the beautiful bluffs overlooking the ocean at the Pacific Star Winery.

Custom make your own wedding and the winery will supply the breathtaking views and some of the best wine in California.

(707) 964-1155, www.pacificstarwinery.com photo by Erik Willingham

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Be

Hopland

ar

Creek

To Willits, Ukiah

TU &S

Sanel

ITT WL HE T RD

EA ST SID E RD

V RTE

AN

1 4

P P

RD

photo by Cyndy Phillips

A

Ri v er

ley

RD

To Cloverdale

FRANCHI RD

the Mendocino Brewing Company opened the first brewpub Real Goods Solar Living Center in Hopland offers free tours.

This is a PDF copy of your ad for the 2008 edition ofin California since Prohibition the second in the nation. .

101 Things To Do® in MENDOCINO magazineand The brewery lthough only a few blocks long, the town have been turned into tree planters.

Admission Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. continues to offer its ads@101things.com libations to a thirsty public. of Hopland packs a lot into its short Living CenterThe is free therefull is responsibility A reply is needed to in the orderSolar to move forward. client(but assumes Across the street is the Hopland Inn, a length. Its attractions include a brew pub, afor accuracy a $1 recommended donation). and completeness of information in the ad.

Fx: (707) 443-5309 Victorian inn, an old-fashioned roadside café, Hopland was first known as Sanel, and hotel and restaurant housed in a handsome Please sign and fax, mail or reply to this email, any changes or if the PROOF IS O.K. several wineries, a fine gift shop, a cheese- was later named after one of its most plenti- Victorian structure that dates from the late The publisher not be responsible for any errors if proof is not returned. cake factory, a fresh bread bakery and a Solar will ful crops. In 1866, L.F. Long introduced the 1800s.

Mendocino produces some of the best Living Center. There are five winery tasting hops industry to the damp soils of the nearby IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ wine in the world and Sip Mendocino rooms inPROOF town, and another three or four just Russian River. During the early 1900s hops quality outside of town (see our Wine Map, pages were a big business. Prohibition effectively Tasting Room and Wine Shop in Hopland is the place to experience and learn about 10-11). Make If that weren’t enough, Sho Ka____________________________________________________ Wah ended the crop since it was a key ingredient perfect these corrections Date_ _____________________________ casino is just outside of town, (888) 746-5292, in making beer, and hops were planted only Wine Country’s finest. They are open daily have an extensive selection of Mendocinowww.shokawah.com. sparingly after 1933.

In 1999, Brutocao Cellars Winery conFetzer Vineyards moved to town in the produced wine for visitors to learn about, taste verted an old high school into a visitor’s late 1970s and a growth in the wine industry and purchase, (707) 744-8375. www.sipmendocino.com center that includes a Venetian-style tasting sparked a rebirth of the community. In 1983 room with Italian-style arches, columns and a serpentine tasting bar. There is a grassy area • Award Winning Cheesecake available for formal weddings, as well as a • Smoothies • Wraps children’s play area. The visitor’s center also • Milkshakes • Salads has six regulation bocce courts, sanctioned by • Breakfast Pastries the U.S. Bocce Federation. Several barbecue • Paninis and picnic areas, fountains, statues and a large indoor banquet facility complete the grounds on the west side of Highway 101.

At the south end of town is the alwayschanging Solar Living Center, created by Real Goods, a retailer of alternative energy products and services. The 12-acre site features a gracefully curved 5,000 square foot building made of rice straw bales, and is powered by wind generators and photovoltaic panels that convert sunlight into electricity. Self-guided and docent-led tours are available daily.

13275 S. Hwy 101 North • Hopland Workshops are offered year around on a variety (707) 744-1441 of Earth-friendly topics. There is also an auto www.cheesecakemomma.com graveyard where hulks of former gas-guzzlers Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-3:30pm

Va l

SE HOU

LA

9

D

E

5

175

I EASTS

HOPLAND

IN NTA MOU

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

175

Russian

2 3

photo courtesy Weibel Family Vineyards www.weibel.com

8 7

MAP KEY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

McDowell Winery Sip! Mendocino Crushed Grape Restaurant Cheesecake Momma Real Goods - Hopland Sho-Kah-Wah Casino Weibel Winery Cradle Springs Pet Resort Milano Winery

Brutocao Schoolhouse Plaza

The Crushed Grape Grille The Crushed Grape Grille, located in the Brutocao Schoolhouse Plaza, offers a full palate of exquisite food to indulge in. From wood-fired oven pizzas to fresh made pasta, the Crushed Grape features superb nightly specials. Our chefs have been trained at the finest culinary schools and have many years of combined experience.

Open Tuesday through Saturday for both Lunch and Dinner 11am ’til 9pm.

Sunday Brunch 10am - 3pm. For reservations, please call (707) 744-2020.

13500 S. Highway 101, Hopland, CA 95449 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Celebrating 30 years of bringing the Sun home to you.

101 Things To Do® • P.O. Box 1374 • Eureka, CA 95502 • Ph: (707) 443-1234 Fax: (707) 443-5309 • ads@101things.com • www.101things.com

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 17

6

Anderson Valley ~Yorkville

Roederer Estate in beautiful Anderson Valley.

T

he Anderson Valley, located between Cloverdale and the Mendocino Coast, stretches along Highway 128 from Yorkville, at its eastern side; through Boonville, its center; through Philo; and on to Navarro at its western terminus.

The valley is filled with rolling hills, shaded with oak and madrone trees, as well as apple orchards, vineyards and colorful wildflowers. In the past, the raising of sheep for wool was the chief industry. It still thrives today, but wine is now the largest business in the valley.

Rancheria Realty Residential Properties

Commercial Properties

We are Mendocino County’s real estate specialists serving the Anderson Valley and its surrounding areas. We offer homes, ranches, rural, vineyard, timber and commercial properties. Call or stop by our office to see what our staff can do for you!

explore the valley and enjoy its serenity.

Spring brings the Anderson Valley Wildflower Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 26-27, at the June Building in the Mendocino County Fairgrounds. The show features exhibits of wildflowers, educational materials, a plant sale, book sale, tea room and raffle. Admission is free. For more information, contact Susan Hopkins, (707) 895-3624.

Browsers will enjoy galleries that include a wide selection of artwork by local artisans such as stained glass, pottery, woven fabrics, woodworking and antiques. Boonville also features gift shops, restaurants and an ice cream parlor. Local markets offer picnic and deli items for travelers passing through and on the go.

Boonville is home to the Mendocino County Fair. The event includes the California Wood and Fiber Festival, a rodeo, horse show, sheepdog trials, livestock judging, dances, exhibits and family activities.

From 1880 to 1920 few strangers came to the Boonville valley, and it was during that time that residents developed a language of their own which can occasionally be heard today. “Boontling,” as it came to be known, was initially created to speak privately among strangers or simply to amuse visitors. Approximately 15 percent of the jargon involves areas generally considered taboo in the culture of the time, such as sexual activity and bodily functions. Boonters call this portion of their vocabulary the “nonch harpin’s” which means “objectionable talk.” The language consists mainly of nouns, verbs and modifiers. A guide to the language, titled Boontling, An American Lingo, is available in local bookstores and wineries; it is also available online through Amazon.com.

The Anderson Valley has several parks where visitors can enjoy bird watching, hiking, picnicking and fishing. Most contain campsites set among towering redwoods. Hendy Woods is a favorite spot for local nature lovers. The park borders the Navarro River and has 92 campsites as well as day use facilities. To reach the park, turn off Highway 128 near Navarro onto Highway 132 and follow the signs. Indian Creek County Park just off Highway 128 near Philo, and Dimmick State Park, located on Highway 128 about 10 miles west of Navarro, are also popular.

photo courtesy of Roederer Estate www.roedererestate.com

Some 1,000 acres of wine grapes are produced in the area and many local wineries with tasting rooms are found along Highway 128.

According to Food & Wine magazine, “Anderson Valley may be one of the best places in the country to grow Pinot Noir.” In the spring visitors can attend the Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival, May 16-18.

Yorkville Highlands is an up-and-coming wine region. Its unique location, elevation and temperature, give the Yorkville Highlands an extended growing season that results in a quality of wine that is distinct to the region.

On August 16, visitors can attend the Yorkville Highlands Wine Festival, at the Meyer Family Cellars. The festival includes wine tasting, music, wine tours and other events.

Visitors should experience at least one winery, as well as local produce stands and shops for a sampling of food from the area.

Gowan’s Oak Tree, in Philo, is a cornucopia of fresh fruit, vegetables, cider and other tasty treats. Microbrew lovers will want to visit the Anderson Valley Brewing Company in Boonville for locally-produced beer, or stop by the Boonville Hotel or the Highpockety Ox for a scrumptious lunch or dinner. A stay at a local bed-and-breakfast inn allows time to properly

Hopland, Anderson Valley & Yorkville

6

Visit Hopland Wineries

7

Visit a Solar Living Center

When you pay a visit to the worldrenowned wineries of the Hopland region, located around Hopland off Highway 101, you will be treated to some fantastic wines and delightful scenery. This region embodies everything that is the Mendocino wine experience.

The Hopland wineries are famous for their award-winning Rhone, Burgundy and Bordeaux varietals. Visit some of the most elegant tasting rooms that offer a variety of unique wine tasting experiences. You’ll find live music, bocce courts, barrel tasting and organic gardens awaiting you in the distinct Hopland wine region.

There are also many different ways to experience the wineries and tasting rooms in Hopland. There is a convenient driving loop that you can enjoy on your own time, and there is also a selection of more deluxe tours, something for every preference and price range. A trip to the Hopland Wine region will leave you with photo by Cyndy Phillips delightful memories of picturesque hillsides and delicious wines. For more information, call the Mendocino Winegrowers Alliance at (707) 468-9886. www.mendowine.com

How are the wind and the sun converted to renewable energy sources? If you are interested in learning about this process and more, the Real Goods Solar Living Center offers free 50 minute tours at their 12-acre demonstration site.

See how wind and sun are made into power sources for a home, from the water heater to

Ranch Properties

ea n

GOWAN’S OAK TREE

6 de 2 rs 4 on PHILO

V V We Ship Anywhere in the U.S. V V

6600 Hwy. 128, Philo, CA (707) 895-3353 or 895-3225 18 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

in

ta

1

Rd

3 ey

HOPLAND

BOONVILLE 128

H

YORKVILLE

MENDOCINO COUNTY SONOMA COUNTY

Brewing Company

2 Gowan’s Oak Tree 3 Rancheria Realty

4 5 6 7

7 To Santa Rosa

CLOVERDALE

MAP KEY 1 Anderson Valley

photo by Cyndy Phillips

Home-Grown, Full Flavored Freshness Is Our Specialty. People Drive Miles to Us for a Real Taste Treat.

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

253

v il l e

ll

Family Picnic Area

Crisp Juicy Apples Ice Cold Cider From Our Orchard

POINT ARENA

n ou

ew

on

Va

M

FRUITS and VEGETABLES

Fresh-Picked PRODUCE

Vi

MANCHESTER

Anderson Valley’s Famous

From Our Farm

Rd

5

Mo unt ain ou se Rd

Oc

1

An

kiah

c

ELK

–U

fi

To Willits, Eureka

Bo

128

i

www.rancheriarealty.com

UKIAH

NAVARRO

ALBION

Pa c

14250 Hwy. 128 Boonville, CA ( 707 ) 895-3333

Brutocao Cellars Roederer Estates Scharffenberger Cellars Sho-Ka-Wah Casino

the television. On the tour you will see environmentally friendly building materials, passive and active solar design in the architecture and a permaculture landscape. You may even learn about how a solar calendar works. On the grounds there is also an organic garden. These free tours are offered Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Real Goods Solar Living Center is located south of Ukiah in Hopland off Highway 101.

The Solar Living Center is also home to the 13th Annual SolFest, August 16-17, 2008. SolFest is the world’s premier two-day celebration of renewable energy and sustainable living. Since SolFest was born in 1996 over 100,000 people have learned how to change the world while having fun. Each summer SolFest transforms the rural hamlet of Hopland into the global epicenter of green living. For more information, call (707) 744-2017. www.solarliving.org Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Hopland, Anderson Valley &Yorkville

8

Taste Wine, Dine & Play at Schoolhouse Plaza

10

Anderson Valley Brewing Company

30 wines made from grapes grown within the region, plus delicious regional cuisine, games and contests. Most, if not all, of the wines Located in the tiny, unique burg of Boonville, are made in small lots with extremely limited In 1997, Brutocao Cellars purchased availability. There is more to the old Hopland High School from the Fetzer Anderson Valley the region than wine grapes family and built a 7.5-acre complex dedicated Brewing opened though. The highland scenery to wine and food. The Schoolhouse Plaza is an the doors to its is well worth the trip, whether unmistakable and historic (circa 1920) landmark brewpub in 1987. you have had the opportunity as you pass through Hopland on Highway 101. Since then, they’ve to taste a few of the wines The complex now has a tasting room, gift shop, built a new facility or not. You will be delighted bocce ball court and restaurant on its premises. and now brew their that you decided to take a trip Historical photos on display in the tasting room world-class ales through the Yorkville Highlands will help you learn about the local community, in copper vessels area, seeing the sights and agriculture, and original inhabitants, the Pomo s a l v a g e d f r o m tasting the wines. For more two defunct but Indians. information, call (707) 894historic German breweries. courtesy Anderson Valley Brewing Company 9177. www.yorkvillehighlands.org The Anderson Valley brews include award-winning Boont Amber Hike the Mailliard Ale, Hop Ottin’ IPA, Poleeko Gold Pale Ale, Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout, Boont Extra Special Redwoods Reserve Beer, Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale, Deep Enders Enjoy the wonderful uncut beauty of Dark Porter and High Rollers Wheat Beer and a Northern California in the Mailliard Redwoods Summer Solstice Cerveza Crema.

You can find out more about the beers and State Reserve. This fantastic area is one of where to buy them, buy gifts for your friends Mendocino Coun(or yourself), discover the world’s first 18-hole ty’s protected Disc Golf Course with a craft brewery for a areas set aside clubhouse or even learn “Boontling,” the famous to preserve the local lingo. (Anderson Valley Brewing says “Bahl natural condition Hornin!”) The Pub/Tasting Room’s winter and of the coastal summer hours vary and they are closed Tuesdays redwood forest and Wednesdays. The Anderson Valley Brewing and the wildlife courtesy of Brutocao Cellars Company Offices, Visitor Center, Tasting Room, habitat, which Have lunch or dinner at the Crushed Grape Gift Shop and Disc Golf Course are located at occur along the Garcia River and Restaurant looking out over the Bocce Court, and 17700 Hwy 253, Boonville. www.avbc.com adjacent waterthe lush gardens of Schoolhouse Plaza. Or work sheds. up an appetite by participating in a spirited game Hiking is Visit the Anderson of Bocce Ball (Italian lawn bowling), a Brutocao popular in the family tradition. Perhaps fortune will smile on Valley Museum area but access you and you will be there during one of their Intriguing Pomo Indian basketry, antique into the reserve annual tournaments. logging equipment and rich history await you is difficult due to The Hopland Brutocao Cellars tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more at the Anderson Valley Museum. The Anderson the steepness of information, call the Hopland Tasting Room Valley Museum is located in a century-old school the terrain. You courtesy of California at (707) 744-1664, or the Crushed Grape at house directly adjacent to Highway 128 between will be captivated State Park Service by the natural Elk and Ukiah.

(707) 744-2020.

Although the building is no longer used as a beauty, rich vegetation, young redwoods and www.brutocaocellars.com schoolhouse, as a museum it still teaches those the variety of wildlife. The Garcia River runs who enter a great deal about the rich history of through the Reserve giving visitors a spectacular Sample Some Vino the Anderson Valley and Mendocino County. The show as it rushes throughout the area. After a at Anderson Valley museum is run by the Anderson Valley Historical hike, you can sit down and enjoy a picnic at Society and primarily showcases what life was a lovely picnic table. Even though the area is Wineries like for those hardy pioneers who chose to settle somewhat developed, the Mailliard Redwoods Superb wines and beautiful scenery are there. The museum’s grounds are also exciting State Reserve works hard to maintain the natural exactly what await you in the Anderson Valley for children. With a working sheep shearing look and beauty of the Northern California Wine region. The Anderson Valley is one of exhibit and blacksmith shop, children young and redwood forests. You will not be disappointed Mendocino County’s old will be thrilled by this with a trip to the Mailliard Redwoods State three distinct wine exciting interactive form of Reserve, located outside Yorkville on Fish Rock growing regions, education. The museum fea- Road. For more information, call the California most known for its tures Pomo Indian baskets State Parks Russian River District Headquarters production of rich Pinot and basket making tools, at (707) 937-5804.

Noirs, and smooth, www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=439 along with historic timber d r y, A l s a t i a n - s t y l e equipment. Bring your own Enjoy Hendy Woods Gewürztraminers. lunch and enjoy a picnic The region is full in the picnic area, shaded State Park of small family-owned by a redwood grove. The At Hendy Woods State Park you will feel wineries that produce museum is open weekends, small batches of Friday through Sunday, 1 engulfed by the towering 1,500-year-old redexcellent handcrafted to 4 p.m., from February wood trees. Located in the middle of the fantaswines showing off the through November, and is tic Anderson Valley Wine District, the park boasts two breathtaking groves; the Big Hendy which characteristic, rustic courtesy Scharffenberger Cellars closed December and Januis 80 acres and includes a self-guided discovery qualities that have ary.

For more information, www.scharffenbergercellars.com trail; and the Little Hendy which covers about made Anderson Valley call (707) 895-3207. a famous growing region. In this area you can www.andersonvalleymuseum.org 20 acres. You will feel humbled when you look up and try to take in all of the gigantic natural even find methode champenoise sparkling towers. The Navarro River runs through the Taste Test at Yorkville wines that originated in the Champagne region entire length of the park and there are 25 picnic of France. The area has a wide variety of Highlands Appellation sites with fabulous views of the Big Hendy. tasting room atmospheres that range from a In the late winter and spring, kayaking and Nestled between the beautiful Alexander former chicken coop, to a truly French-inspired experience. Wine, art and beautiful natural and Anderson Valleys near Yorkville, the Yorkville canoeing are very popular because the park is scenery blend seamlessly in this fascinating Highlands Appellation offers bucolic scenery less foggy than other redwood parks along the region of Mendocino County. There is an and excellent wines. The area stretches nearly coast. Bikers and horseback riders enjoy the established driving route that takes you past 16 miles on either side of Highway 128. The trails that meander throughout the park. In the all of the region’s many highlights, or if you are marvelous area has over 356 acres of excellent summer, Hendy Woods State Park offers great more fast paced, Highway 128, which runs east wine grapes that range from Cabernet Sauvignon, swimming in the river and provides a great of Elk, splits the region right down the center. to Pinot Noir, to Syrah, to Merlot. More than 23 refresher from the heat of the summer sun. The For more information, call the Mendocino Visitors wines are made exclusively from grapes from park is located off of the Greenwood Road Scenic the Yorkville Highlands region. This appellation Byway outside of Elk. For more information, call Center at (866) 466-3636. www.gomendo.com hosts the annual Yorkville Highlands Wine Fes- (707) 895-3141. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=438 tival, August 16, 2008. The party features over

courtesy of California State Park Service

13

11

Join Personal Vineyards at Brutocao and become part of the Brutocao Winemaking Team!

Hopland Tasting Room 13500 S. Hwy 101 Hopland, CA 95449 707.744.1664 Anderson Valley Tasting Room 7000 Highway 128 Philo, CA 95466 707.895.2152

C

9

14

12

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Award winning beer carefully crafted with the finest natural ingredients since 1987

ANDERSON VALLEY BREWING CO. 707-895-BEER www.avbc.com 17700 Hwy 253, Boonville CA 2 hours north of the Bay Area www.101things.com • Mendocino County 19

Mendonoma

Coastal Towns of Southern Mendocino & Northern Sonoma Counties

~ Anchor Bay ~ Elk ~ Gualala ~ Manchester ~ Point Arena ~ Sea Ranch

J

ust south of Mendocino is Sonoma County.

As with many lines on a map, borders are sometimes a state of mind. Regions may come together on common ground to create their own individual mix of what it means to live as neighbors. Mendonoma is a section of the Northern California coast where Mendocino and Sonoma Counties blend together.

Sea Ranch is a small community in northern Sonoma County that straddles Highway 1 and runs west to the beautifully rugged northern Sonoma coast. It is known for its building designs which attempt to blend man-made structures with the natural worldâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;with the goal of letting the natural We are a small

family winery, grown fruit to capture

using locally

The Essence of the Sonoma Coast.

Tasting Daily 12 noon to 5pm 8 miles from The Sea Ranch, on Annapolis Road

www.annapoliswinery.com ~ 707-886-5460

North Coast Country Inn

LUXURY RUSTIC RETREAT FIREPLACES â&#x20AC;˘ PET FRIENDLY

707-884-4537

34591 S. Highway 1 Gualala NORTHCOASTCOUNTRYINN.COM

20 / Mendocino â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

world stay natural even under the inďŹ&#x201A;uence of humans.

One of the highlights in the Sea Ranch area is the Annapolis Winery. This small family-owned and operated winery produces small batches of â&#x20AC;&#x153;locally grown, hand-crafted, ultra-premium wines.â&#x20AC;? Comfortably nestled into the hills at an elevation of 1,000 feet and only three miles from the coast, this beautiful winery is the perfect place to bring a picnic, taste and enjoy some incredible wine.

Edges, those places where different land structures meetâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;forest to marsh, marsh to seaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; usually have more life and vitality than unvaried terrain. Perhaps that explains why Gualala, where Sonoma and Mendocino Counties come together, is such a vibrant, lively town. Gualala sits at a dramatic convergence of coastal hills, the PaciďŹ c Ocean and the Gualala River, and is the southern coastal gateway to Mendocino County.

The south coast of Mendocino County begins at the town of Gualala and extends up to the town of Elk, just south of where Highway 1 and Highway 128 meet. The Highway 1 drive is one of the most scenic routes in California as it skirts ocean bluffs and winds among rolling hills. Travelers are likely to see such wildlife as red-tailed hawks, osprey, pelicans, deer and gray whalesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;which migrate from November through April.

Many of the historical towns that line Highway 1 were once logging towns that supplied redwood lumber to the booming city of San Francisco.

The Mendocino coast is a popular weekend getaway for many San Francisco Bay Area residents wishing to soak up the fresh ocean air on uncrowded beaches, stay at luxurious bed-andbreakfast inns or camp at some of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

EVENTS EXTRAORDINAIRE ON THE REDWOOD COAST

the sea, and a major local effort was organized to replace the 100-year-old city wharf that was destroyed in a spectacular 1983 winter storm. It was replaced in 1990 by the Point Arena Public Fishing Pier. The $2.2 million structure stretches 330 feet into the cove and 25 feet above the water. It provides public ďŹ shing facilities with no Irish Beach, photo by Pam Reeder license required and serves as a major commercial ďŹ sh landing. Small craft launching facilities for campgrounds, parks and beaches. The Mendocino offshore sport ďŹ shing and whale watching are coast has an abundance of excellent restaurants available. and dozens of bed-and-breakfast inns, vacation Adjacent to the pier is the Arena Cove comhomes and motels for visitors to choose from. mercial center, which includes lodging, restauMendocino County has several state parks rants and gift shops featuring many locally made and recreation areas, including Sinkyone Wilder- items. Travelers can enjoy meals or cocktails with ness State Park to the north, which encompasses an ocean view, and on sunny days outside seating some of the most pristine coastline in the country. is available.

The entire town of Mendocino is designated as Offshore, scuba divers can enjoy the Arena a State Preservation District due to its lovingly Rock Underwater Preserve, an area of abundant cared-for buildings, most of which date from marine ďŹ&#x201A;ora and fauna, as well as the sunken the late 1800s. wreck of a freighter. When the swell is up, a good As you travel north from Gualala, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll number of surfers use the harbor as a base for ďŹ nd the beautiful and secluded village of Anchor some of the best surďŹ ng in Northern California.

Bay. Anchor Bay is known for its rich and colorful The Point Arena lighthouse, just north of history. Prior to 1850, the Pomo Indians were the town, was rebuilt after the 1906 San Francisco only inhabitants of the Anchor Bay area. Eventu- quake and still shines today. The light is now ally settlers began trickling in after 1844 This when is a photocopy of your it will appear the 2007 editio automated, and ad theasold Coast Guardinfacilities the Mexican government made a large land grant have been turned into a maritimeVisitor museummagazine and 101 Things To Do MENDOCINO . to a man by the name of Rafael Garcia. Garcia several guest cottages run by a local non-proďŹ t Please check this proof carefully and notify us as soon as brought in cattle and the area was used for ranch- organization. Visitors may climb the light tower wouldand like us the to proceed, or this adterraces will appear exactly as ing. Loggers came to the area in 1870how and you a wharf view broad agricultural that run was constructed and used for lumber Clientproducts, assumes full responsibility down to the sea. for accuracy and completeness of inf ďŹ shing and occasionally rum running during the will not Publisher be responsible errors if proof not return As you head furtherfor north, make sure isyou Prohibition days. stop at Manchester Beach and Irish Beach. Irish fax this orisreply email, anyof changes Today, visitorsEither enjoy Anchor Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ssheet privacy back Beach locatedtoonthis the only stretch the and pristine beaches. Services available in Anchor Mendocino Coast where the hills are so close to Bay include a small shopping village, restaurants, the sea that 20 miles of coastline have not been Please Print Name _________________________________________________________ lodging and a campground nestled in the redwood developed except for Irish Beach and the tiny cove. Anchor Bay offers relaxation, natural beauty hamlet of Elk. PROOF IS OK BY Da and a peaceful, tranquil environment to ______________________________________________________ spend Elk is a little village with a great view of the Authorized vacation time along Mendocinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South Coast. coast, a beautiful little Signature cove and rich California One of Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tiniest incorporated history. At one time this intimate village bustled the corrections shown by 16 __________________________________________________ Da cities on the Make Mendocino coast is Point Arena, with a lumber mill and a population of around Signature miles north of Gualala. The city that once had an 1,000 residents.Authorized Now this small seaside town economy primarily made up of lumber and ďŹ shing is a relaxing scenic getaway, with a variety of has now shifted the emphasis to visitor service comfortable ocean view bed-and-breakfasts. This and local retailing. gives you the opportunity to relax in a non-tourist Much of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy still focuses on area with peace and quiet.

q q

-i>VÂ?Â&#x2C6;vv On the Bluff

Rev. Jan Harris (707) 884-4231 jan@celebrationconnection.com www.celebrationconnection.com

wedding & event consultant non-denominational minister

Oceanfront Lodging Whirlpool Spas Private Decks Fireplaces

4(% 3%! 42!$%2 !WAKENING #ELEBRATING -IND "ODY 3PIRIT

)NCENSE *EWELRY #ANDLES

4APES #ARDS "OOKS

4IBETAN %ASTERN )MPORTS -AGICAL 'IFTS â&#x20AC;˘ -EDITATION 4OOLS .EW !GE -USIC .URTURING 3PIRITS &OR /VER 9EARS /PEN $AILY PM Â 3UN PM

Seacliff Center 39140 S. Hwy. 1 â&#x20AC;˘ Gualala 1-800-400-5053 www.seacliffmotel.com

3 (WY 'UALALA #!

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

TO MENDOCINO, FORT BRAGG, WESTPORT

Or

rings R oa

Mendonoma

d

Montgomery Woods State Reserve

Navarro River Redwoods State Park 1 ELK 1 Greenwood 2 Na State Beach v ar

p r S

Low

Gap

ro

Ri

on 15 Walk the Wild Side

Road

NAVARRO

128 ve

r

Hendy Woods State Park

PACIFIC OCEAN

BOONVILLE

Rd

h

River

n

Flynn Creek

ALBION

io

Mendonoma

ia

Al b

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN • MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

Road

7

k -U lle

nv

i

PHILO Bo o

Manchester 3 State Beach Point Arena Lighthouse

253

MANCHESTER Mt.

4

YORKVILLE

Ga

POINT ARENA

Vi e w R

d oa

rci River

ANCHOR BAY

a

FISH ROCK

la

ck

Mailliard Redwoods State Reserve

River

al

5

Ro

sh

Gu

1

Fi

Ro

a

Bowling Ball Beach

Schooner Gulch State Beach

ad

SO N O MA COUNTY

GUALALA

Gualala Point County Park

TO JENNER, HWY. 116, BODEGA BAY, SAN FRANCISCO

6 8

SEA RANCH BIG GULC H

LCH R

D.

UPTOWN GUALALA

North to Mendocino Village

1

DS

C IFI

GUALALA

OO

W

9

0!

5 North Coast

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

C PA

Country Inn

#) &)

6 Annapolis Winery 7 Westport Beach

# 13

RD

AL

A

ER RIV

GUALALA PT. REGIONAL PARK

MAP KEY Ross Ranch Force 10 Ocean Kayak Tours Manchester Beach KOA Pt. Arena Lighthouse

RD

ST AG E

AL GU

OLD STATE 16 HWY. SH OR EL IN South to EH IG Bodega HW Bay AY

RIVER

1

Lodge & Restaurant

Sundstrom Center

ST .

LA

CH

GUAL ALA

UR

OL D

.

14

15

CH

IST .

PT DR BA CH UR CH

RS

!

Sea Cliff Center

DR

T.

#%

.

AN

E OC

NT E

/

s es pr Cy Way

Cypress Village

GU AL A

11

12

CE

Robinson Point

1 2 3 4

ANNAPOLIS

10

BIG GU

Go on safari in Mendocino County at the B. Bryan Preserve. Established by Dr. Frank and Judy Mello in Point Arena, the preserve was originally designed to aid in the conservation of the rare and endangered African antelope and zebra. The preserve has three types of antelope and two species of zebra roaming on over 100 acres of land. An educated public is one of the many steps needed to ensure the survival of these wonderful animals. Tours are available by appointment. On the one-and-a-half hour tour you will have the chance to see these animals in a natural habitat, much like the land in their native Africa. Learn about the different species’ personalities and watch them interact. In the future the preserve would like to add several other species, including the giraffe. Bring your binoculars and a smile—feeding time is 4 p.m. in the winter and 5:30 p.m. in the summer.

The B. Bryan Preserve is a great vacation destination. Need a place to stay? Book reservations

8 Sea Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

9 Fort Ross Lodge 10 The Sea Trader 11 Adventure Rents 12 Bones Roadhouse 13 Cypress Village 14 Seacliff Center —Seacliff on the Bluff

15 Sundstrom Center 16 Gualala Art Center

courtesy of B. Bryan Preserve

at the fully furnished, two-bedroom Carriage House. The B. Bryan Preserve is located at 130 Riverside Drive, Point Arena. Learn more about the preserve online, where you can read about the animals and the mission of the preserve, or listen to an audio tour of feeding time. For more information or to book a tour, call (707) 882-2297. www.bbryanpreserve.com

Point Arena Lighthouse, photo by Scott Alexander

the Day or 16 Spend Night at Point Arena Lighthouse

In the peaceful, serene setting of Point Arena, you will discover one of the tallest lighthouses on the Pacific Coast. The first Point Arena Lighthouse was constructed in 1870. The lighthouse suffered major damage in the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. I eventually had to be torn down and rebuilt. The new lighthouse began operation in 1908, nearly 18 months after the quake.

The tower features a First Order Fresnel Lens, over six feet in diameter and weighing more than six tons.

In the spring, you can view spectacular arrays of wildflowers at the Point Arena Lighthouse. The meadows all around the point are full of colorful flowers—poppies, pearly everlastings, sea pinks, coastal wild strawberries, coast onions, wild iris and creeping daisies. April and May are the best months to see them flowering. During the winter, go birdwatching along the nearby Garcia River where you will see hundreds of graceful tundra (or whistling) swans, osprey, eagles, peregrine falcons and many more species. Some of the birds make the lighthouse their home. You can also spot migrating gray whales between December and April, and occasionally blue or humpback whales between August and October.

The lighthouse will be closed for repairs April through October 2008. The museum and gift shop are scheduled to reopen July 2008. Guided tours of the light station as well as self-guided tours of the grounds are available daily, when the lighthouse is in operation. During your visit, spend some time browsing through the Lighthouse Gift Shop featuring unique souvenirs, interesting gifts, custom made abalone jewelry, beautiful collectibles and lighthouse clothing. For those who want to spend more time by the sea, you can stay in comfortable accommodations in the historic keepers’ home vacation rentals, which are available year-round.

The Point Arena Lighthouse can be found off Highway 1 on Lighthouse Road in Point Arena, north of Gualala, (mile marker MEN 17.00). For more information, call the Point Arena Lighthouse at 882-2809. www.pointarenalighthouse.com

Sea Ranch Lodge RESTAURANT

Authentic Wood-fired Texas BBQ Dine In • Take Out • Backdoor Catering

courtesy B. Bryan Preserve

(707) 884-1188

38920 S. Highway One • In (Uptown) Gualala

BBQ, Brews & Blues!!!

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEWS • 2007 WINE SPECTATOR AWARD FINE ART GALLERIES • SPECIALTY BOUTIQUE Highway One, Sea Ranch CA 800-732-7262

WWW.SEARANCHLODGE.COM www.101things.com • Mendocino / 21

Mendonoma

the Day at 17 Spend Gualala Point

Out the Go to a Show 20 Check Point Arena Pier 22 at the Arena Theater

partly restored to its original appearance.

On the last Saturday At the only theater on the coast between Monte in July, Fort Ross Rio and Fort Bragg, you can see more than first If you are looking for a place to spend a relaxing holds its annual Point Arena Cove is a dream come true but fun-filled day outdoors, the Gualala Point “Cultural Heritage for fishermen and beachcombers alike. run movies. This 1928-vintage vaudeville theater Regional Park is the place to go. Open daily Day.” The event The cove, complete with its 330-foot and film palace was restored in 1995 to an Art from dawn till dusk, this beautiful park encom- features Russian folk Point Arena Pier, has some fantastic Deco style, state-of-the-art entertainment venue passes almost 200 acres of peaceful meadows, music and dance, activities that everyone can enjoy. The with generous support from local artisans and dramatic forests and delightful sandy beaches. musket and cannon pier has excellent fishing, considered by financial donations. Now on any given weekend The Gualala River runs lazily through the park d e m o n s t r a t i o n s , some as the best pier fishing in Califor- you can bear witness to the very best of local and provides fun seasonal fishing adventures performances by the nia. Striped sea perch, kelp greenling, musicians, international films and children’s for those interested in spending a day on the Slavyanka Choir and rock greenling, cabezon, lingcod and films. Find out what’s going on by checking out water. The park has a fantastic campground that more. The visitor salmon are all abundant in the waters their website, or calling (707) 882-FILM (3456). www.arenacinema.com provides you with a chance to “rough it.” center, bookstore beneath the pier. If you are a nature and fort compound enthusiast, bring your binoculars for a are open daily 10 chance to see whales and many different a.m. to 4:30 p.m. photo by Robert Holmes/CalTour species of birds, including the famous Located on the Laysan Albatross. The beaches of the Local lore has it that the Schooner Gulch got northern part of the Sonoma Coast, you will cove offer excellent areas for beachcombing, find Fort Ross at 19005 Coast Highway 1, 12 miles shell collecting and tide pooling. Surfing and its name from a north of Jenner, or 27 miles south of Gualala. diving are also very popular activities in the area mysterious vessel For beachgoers and campers, there are 21 with dive sites close by, such as sunken barges, that appeared at RV and tent sites available in summer and Wash Rock and a harbor seal rookery. Boats up the head of the fall, at Fort Ross Reef Campground, (mile to 27 feet long may be launched off the pier. g u l c h a t d u s k , marker SON 33.00). For more information, call Lodging and dining may be found in Arena Cove but no evidence (707) 847-3286. and Point Arena. You will have a great time at could be found www.fortrossstatepark.org Arena Cove, located in the heart of Point Arena. of its existence No license is necessary when fishing off the pier. in the morning.

However, dogs are not allowed on the pier. From Today, Schooner the south, turn left from Highway 1 onto Iverson Gulch State Beach Ave. (This will turn into Port Road). Follow the offers its visitors Anchor Bay is a small southern coastal vil- road to the pier. From the north, turn right onto n ot on l y g re a t photo by Cindy Phillips lage that lies in the heart of the Mendocino Port Road and follow it to the pier (mile marker fun and exciting activities, but also There is an expansive trail system where you “banana belt,” making the area warmer, with MEN 14.85). www.pierfishing.com/resources/index. some of the most will be able to find the perfect track to suit your less fog and wind than the surrounding areas. php?id=piers:point_arena_pier magnificent views skill and preference as a hiker or walker. There The seclusion of this bay and Fish Rock Beach that you may ever was enormously attractive to rumrunners during are several picnic areas scattered throughout the see. photo by Cyndy Phillips park where you can enjoy a quiet lunch or even a Prohibition. The long white sand beach is windAfter you arrive protected, making it a delightful place to fish, barbecue. Gualala Point Regional Park has a great and park, you can choose from two trails that Visitors Center featuring exhibits that showcase scuba dive, ocean kayak, surf, boogie and skim Just south of the Point Arena Lighthouse, lead a short distance to two beaches, Schooner the history of Northern California, including its board. It is also a great beach to go sea lion and Beach and Bowling Ball Beach. Spend the day Native American predecessors and the impact of whale watching or just to go beachcombing and near Point Arena, is a stretch of beach featurhiking, picnicking, fishing, sunbaththe logging industry. You can discover this park tide pooling. For public ing, surfing or windsurfing at either access and to launch just one mile of Gualala Thissouth is a PDF copy on of Highway your ad 1. as For it might appear in the 2008 edition of of these scenic beaches and the watercraft, Anchor Bay more information, call (707) 785-2377.

101 Things To Do in MARIN magazine. surrounding headlands. Enjoy a www.sonoma-county.org/parks/pk_glala.htm Campground charges a picnic for lunch, and later in the nominal access fee.

Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. evening you can watch as the sun and assumes RV camping A reply is needed in order to move forward. Tent The client full responsibility ads@101things.com bursts into a myriad of colors over is available. for accuracy and completeness of information in the ad. The publisher will not be Fx: (707) 443-5309 the Pacific Ocean. Schooner Gulch In the town of Anchor responsible for any errors if proof is not returned.

State Beach is located about three Bay, shop and stroll in Either fax this sheet back or reply to this email any changes or sign if the PROOF IS O.K. miles south of Point Arena off The name of the historic settlement of Ross, an old-fashioned village Highway 1. For more information, was derived from the word for Russia (Rossiia). market that specializes call (707) 937-5804. (Mile marker It was established by the Russian-American in natural foods with a ROOF IS Company, O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ MEN 11.41) complete wine & beer a commercial hunting and trading www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=446 company chartered by the tsarist government. emporium, restaurants and other businesses.

Alexander Andreyevich Baranov arrived at Ross ake these corrections ____________________________________________________ Date_ _____________________________ in March of 1812 with a party of 25 Russians, Accommodations in Anchor Bay include many of them craftsmen, and 80 native Alaskans from Kodiak and the Aleutian Islands. After individual vacation Kayaking is a great way to see the negotiating with the Kashaya Pomo people who r e n t a l c o t t a g e s photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com shoreline with fresh eyes. One way inhabited the area, Kuskov began construction and homes, pristine to experience ocean kayaking, even of the fort. Today Fort Ross is one of the oldest housekeeping cabins, and two bed and breakfast ing prehistoric boulders that have been finely for the beginner, is a trip with Force 10 Kayak inns.

For more information, call (707) 778-5252. ground down over the millennia into perfectly California State Park units in the system. The www.redwoodcoastchamber.com/anchorbay.htm smooth spherical shapes ranging from the size of Tours. As you and a knowledgeable professional now protected 3000 acre Fort Ross has been perfect bowling balls on up to 12-foot weathered guide paddle one of Force 10’s two-person ocean stones. The display is especially magnificent at kayaks through the beautiful Pacific Ocean, you low tide. The geology of the area is unique and will encounter firsthand the diverse marine life gives visitors the opportunity to view examples that lives below, and get close to the natural Ask about our of significant bluff erosion, earth strata, and habitats of seals, whales and sea lions. Explore various hidden sea caves and kelp forests on 101 THINGS TO DO specials! fossils that date back to the

Regional Park

at Arena Cove

at Schooner 23 Bask Gulch State Beach

Anchor Bay & 19 Visit Fish Rock Beach

Bowling Ball 21 Explore Beach at Low Tide

Back in Time at 18 Step Historic Fort Ross

Ocean 24 GoKayaking

All the comforts of home along with spectacular ocean views, fireplace in room, color satellite TV with DVD player, microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker, private patio, Weber barbecue, patio hot tub or in-room Jacuzzi spa & sauna.

20705 Coast Hwy. 1, Jenner (12 beautiful miles north of Jenner) • (707) 847-3333 • fortrosslodge.com

22 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

Miocene period, 5 to 7 million years ago. Find the beach at mile marker 11.41 (Schooner Gulch) which offers the closest parking area, or try mile marker 12.88 (Mote Creek Access). Look for a sign that says, “Park Facing South Only.” Each of two trailheads, one hundred feet apart, will take you to the beach. The southern trailhead takes you through a dense forest for a short quarter-mile hike. The northern trail leads you over the headlands and down man-made stairs to this spectacular beach.

CAUTION: Be sure and check the tides schedule before trekking to the beach. The path back has been known to be a wet trip at high tide.

courtesy Force 10 Kayak Tours

your adventure through the sea. Meander across secret beaches that are rarely seen, let alone stepped across. Force 10’s standard tour lasts two hours and the cost includes all of the equipment necessary for the trip. Custom tours are also available and arrangements can be made for a variety of adventures. Sunset and full Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Mendonoma moon tours, beach picnics and other options are offered and the length of the tours can be extended. Force 10 Ocean Kayak Tours, located in Elk, also sponsors various workshops including ocean safety and kayak lessons. For more information, call (707) 877-3505. www.force10tours.com

25

Enjoy the Views at Manchester Beach

Spectacular coastal views are what await you at Manchester State Park. The beach, located in this 760-acre park, offers fantastic pounding waves, herds of grazing cattle and sheep, dunes and expansive grasslands. Spend the day walking the never crowded 18,000 feet of coastal beach.

The park also boasts a campground with 46 campsites that provide a delightful opportunity for those who wish to stay longer than a single day. If you are interested in fishing, the park has spectacular freshwater fishing in both of its two streams. Brush Creek and Alder Creek boast wonderful steelhead and salmon fishing that will dazzle fishermen of all ages. You will not be disappointed that you took time to take in the amazing scenery and views that come with a stay in the Manchester State Park. The park is located one and a half miles north of Manchester.

For more information, call (707) 882-2463. (MM MEN 21.48) www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=437

in Navarro River 28 Drive Redwoods State Park For one of the most spectacular scenic drives that you will ever experience, travel through the Navarro River State Park. After emerging from the rolling hills of the Anderson Valley, you will be stunned by the dramatic tunnel of redwoods that lead all the way to the mighty Pacific Ocean.

at Greenwood 26 Picnic State Beach

photo by Cyndy Phillips

Just north of the small town of Elk you will find the picturesque Greenwood State Beach. This is a great place to go for the day to soak up the sun, go swimming or have a picnic lunch on the Pacific Ocean. It is also a fantastic place to stroll along in the winter months to watch the sunset.

the 31 Kayak Gualala River

Explore the beauty of the Redwood Coast and discover pristine forests and bountiful wildlife on the peaceful Gualala River by kayak.

Adventure Rents, outfitters on the Gualala River since 1994, offer a variety of canoes and kayaks for rent to individuals, families and groups of all ages and skill levels.

Rentals include all equipment, boat transport and free instruction for beginning boaters. The Gualala River is bordered by thousands of acres of private forest and is gentle and courtesy Gualala Arts Center, www.gualalaarts.org scenic for most of the season, with about 70 2007 to 74edition of This is a photocopy of yourwater ad astemperature it will appear in the degrees in summer. those unable to attend the festival, these works 101 Things Do MENDOCINO Visitor magazine.

TheTo Gualala watershed supports an abundance will remain on display throughPlease September 7. The check thisofproof carefully wildlife, includingand notify us as soon as possib Gualala Arts Center is a fantastic place to go to osprey, otter and howwatercolor you would like us toriver proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown. pick up a new hobby. You can learn numerous waterfowl. assumes full responsibility for accuracy and completeness of informati painting, glass blowing, stone Client sculpture, jewelry It provides a perfect Publisher making and even photography. Most of thesewill not be responsible for errors if proof is not returned. setting for safe, selfclasses only take a day or two, so ifsheet you are back in Either fax this or reply to past this email, any changes or if P guided paddling the area awhile, this could be a fantastic way redwood forests, salt to broaden your horizons. marshes and sandy The Please center isPrint open Name weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., _________________________________________________________ beaches. Portions and weekends from noon to 4 p.m. The main of the Gualala River building of the Gualala Arts Center is located off have been designated PROOF OK BY Date _____ Highway 1, just south IS of Gualala off _______________________________________________________ Old Stage as Wild & Authorized Scenic:Signature Road. You should call ahead to see what exhibits Recreational by the and classesMake are available.

Admission is free.

For the corrections shown by___________________________________________________ Date_ ____ California legislature. more information, call (707) 884-1138.

A d v e n t u r eAuthorized R e n t sSignature www.gualalaarts.org is located at the Cantamere Center in Gualala (behind photo by Cyndy Phillips Century 21), for more information, call (888) 881-4FUN (4386). www.adventurerents.com

As you drive through one of the most beautiful natural corridors in the world, keep your eyes peeled for deer, raccoons and numerous birds that make the Navarro River area their home.

After you have experienced this fantastic drive, you can get out and peer up towards the treetops in awe theiradphenomenal height in andthe majesty.

At Fairchase Sportfishing and Freediving This is a photocopy ofat your as it will appear 2006 edition of Then enjoy any of the many activities that are Guide Service, you don’t need any experience 101 Things To Do Humboldt Visitor magazine. offered by the park. Picnicking, swimming and to go after the legendary red abalone, salmon, Please check thistwo proof carefully and notify us as soon possible fabulous campgrounds are available.

Kay- as rockfish or albacore tuna. They cater to a maxiakers, fishermen the exactly park as mum of two to four clients per day in order for how you would like us tocanoeists proceed,and or this ad willlove appear shown. for its great rushing river waters.

The park is of information. them to benefit from the personal attention Client assumes full responsibility for accuracy and completeness on Highway 128 two miles eastisofnot thereturned. and professional experience of their guides.

Publisher willlocated not be responsible for errors if proof junction with Highway 1 near Elk. For more They know where the abalone are and how to Either fax this sheet backinformation, or replycall to the thisMendocino email,District any changes orfor if them.

PROOF ISadventure OK. can include Office dive A diving at (707) 937-5804. world-class spearfishing for lingcod, cabezon, www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=435 greenling, vermillion, and blue and black rockby Cyndy Phillips Please Print Name photo _________________________________________________________ fish. Dive sites are selected based on skill and This beach has an amazing history that you fitness level, ocean conditions and target specan learn about at the Greenwood State Beach PROOF Date cies. ______________________________ On the adventure plan on using their rods, Visitors Center.

ThereIS youOK will BY find________________________________________________________ a museum Authorized Signature reels, wetsuits, masks, fins, abalone gear, Shark that tells the story of the lumber industry in To get a taste of the area’s artistic culture, Shields®, and spearguns. Your day will include a Elk, what Make it wasthe likecorrections to live there in the 1800s shown by __________________________________________________ visit the Gualala Arts Center which is home to Date_ hearty_____________________________ shore lunch as well as healthy snacks and and much more. The Visitors Center is located Authorized Signature some marvelous local and regional works of beverages. When you have bagged your limit, the in the heart of Elk and is open on Saturdays art. Several galleries showcase metal and wood guide will vacuum pack and freeze your catch and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. from the sculptures, all kinds of paintings and even quilts. and bring it to you the next morning. Fair Chase middle of March through to the end of October.

Exciting special events occur year-round. In the departs from picturesque Arena Cove. For more Elk is located 15 miles north of Point Arena on spring, attend the Whale and Jazz Festival, April information, call (707) 884-9168.

Highway 1. For more information, call the Visitor 4 through 12. The fall lineup includes the Art in www.fairchasesportfishing.com Center at (707) 937-5804. the Redwoods Festival, August 14 through 17. For www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=447

Sport Fishing, 30 GoAbalone Diving or Whale Watching

29

P

Experience the Gualala Arts Center

P

27

Ride a Horse at Ross Ranch

In many romantic movies you will see a couple riding horseback along a deserted sandy beach.

In others you will see couples riding through the woods. At Ross Ranch you can do both.

The ranch offers two-hour beach or forest rides. On the Manchester Beach ride, you will pass rock formations such as sea stacks, driftwood and rolling surf on an unspoiled sandy beach.

The forest tour will take you along dirt paths through beautiful redwood forests in the mountains just east of Elk. You will ride through shady forests and sunny meadows that will give sweeping views of the valleys below you. The Ross Ranch is a family-owned business that offers a personal touch. They have horses to suit everyone’s riding skills. Reservations are required—please call ahead to make sure they can reserve horses for you and your group. For more information, call Ross Ranch at (707) 877-1834. www.rossranch.biz Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Adventure Outfitters Since 1994

Canoes & Kayaks

Paddle the Gualala River through the redwoods to the Pacific or join us for our Summer Moonlight Flotillas with river beach BBQs! (Flotilla reservations required.)

Downtown Gualala, Hwy. 1 north of Chevron Reservations Year-Round

(888) 881- 4FUN (4386) • (707) 884-4FUN www.adventurerents.com

Ross Ranch Private Horseback Riding on Manchester Beach or in the Redwoods Private, guided horseback rides through a beautiful mountain redwood forest just east of Elk or go for a ride on spectacular Manchester Beach

2 hours:

$60 Manchester Beach ride $50 Redwood Forest ride For Reservations: 707-877-1834

www.rossranch.biz

Regional Visitor Publications • Post Office Box 1374 • Eureka, California 95502 • 707-44 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 23

Traveling with Pets Pet Friendly Lodging

Visiting State Parks with Your Dog Know the Rules

OFF LEASH DOG PARK AT NOYO HARBOR

ALBION Fensalden Inn (707) 937-4042

California State Parks have many wonderful places in Mendocino County for you and your dog to enjoy. There are many benefits to be had while visiting a state park with your dog; exercise is good for body and spirit for both you and your “best friend.” In general, dogs are permitted in most state parks but must be on a leash not exceeding six feet in length at all times. It’s always a good idea to call ahead to see if dogs are currently allowed in the state park you wish to visit. However, please pay special attention to the following when taking your pet to a state park: • During the day, if you leave your dog in the car, remember that it may get too hot, even with the windows open. photo by Art Severe • Please do not take your dog (unless it’s a seeingeye dog) into buildings or trails, unless it’s designated.

• Please keep your dog calm and quiet. Vicious or unusually noisy dogs are not allowed in the park.

• At night, please keep your dog in your tent or vehicle to prevent conflicts between your dog and other dogs and passing campers.

• A rabies certificate or dog license may be required to bring a dog into a state park.

• Dogs are permitted on a leash (no longer than 6 feet and under the direct control of a person) on all beaches except specified federally threatened Snowy Plover nesting areas where dogs are prohibited. Areas where dogs are currently prohibited: ~ The beach north of Virgin Creek for 1,000 yards to the rock outcrop in MacKerricher State Park. ~ The beach north of Inglenook Creek all the way to Ten Mile River in MacKerricher State Park. ~ Posted locations adjacent to seal pup haul-outs at MacKerricher State Park. ~ The beach south of the AT&T facility all the way to the mouth of the Garcia River.

Remember that violations of these rules may lead to a costly citation. Remember too, that you are financially responsible for injuries or damage caused by your pet. To ensure an enjoyable visit to Mendocino’s beautiful coast for everyone, please don’t leave your pet unattended, and remember to always clean up after them.

Dogs and their owners have an offleash dog park located on a small beach at the mouth of Noyo Harbor in Fort Bragg.

On any given day, you can delight to the romping and playing in the sand of well behaved, voice-controlled dogs. Dog park rules are clearly posted at the entrance, which is located beneath the Highway 1 bridge over the Noyo River in Fort Bragg.

This park is a culmination of great effort by the Mendocino Coast Dog Owners Group (MCDOG) and the city of Fort Bragg.

Just a reminder, the miles of state parks surrounding the Mendocino Coast do not include any off-leash dog areas, including the Big River Beach in Mendocino.

BOONVILLE Boonville Hotel (707) 895-2210 COVELO Wagon Wheel Motel (707) 983-6717 ELK Greenwood Pier Inn (707) 877-9997 FORT BRAGG Atrium — A Garden Inn By the Sea (707) 964-9440 Beach House Inn (707) 961-1700 Beachcomber Motel (707) 964-2402 Cleone Gardens Inn (707) 964-2788 Coast Motel (707) 964-2852 Emerald Dolphin Inn (707) 964-6699 Glass Beach B&B (707) 964-6774 Living Light Inn (707) 964-1384 or (877) 964-1384 Pine Beach Inn (707) 964-5603 or (888) 987-8388 Seabird Lodge (707) 964-4731 or (800) 345-0022 Shoreline Cottages (707) 964-2977 or (800) 930-2977 Surf Motel Fort Bragg (707) 964-5361 Quality Inn Tradewinds (707) 964-4761

MENDOCINO Abigail’s B&B (707) 937-0934 or (800) 531-7282 Blair House (707) 937-1800 or (800) 699-9296 Delamere Cottages (707) 964-3175 Hill House Inn of Mendocino (707) 937-0554 McElroy’s Inn (707) 485-0239 or (888) 237-0152 Mendocino Seaside Cottage (707) 485-0239 Stanford Inn by the Sea and Spa (707) 937-5615 Sweetwater Spa & Inn (707) 937-4076 PHILO Anderson Valley Inn (with advanced reservation) (707) 895-3325 UKIAH Days Inn (707) 462-7584 Discovery Inn (707) 462-8873 Long Valley Ranch (707) 894-5322 Motel 6 (707) 468-5404 or (800) 466-8356 Robinson Creek B&B (with advanced reservation) (707) 468-9039 Rodeway Inn (707) 462-2906 Super 8 Motel (707) 468-9167

At Last Farm Doggy Day Camp 11209 Gurley Lane, Mendocino, Ca (707) 937-2935

atlastfarm@yahoo.com

Tropicls,Inc. Tai Pet Shop

“Toys & Treats for One & All.” Clean & Friendly, Your Quality Pet Center

459-4060

1712-F So. Main St. Willits

AT THE EVERGREEN SHOPPING CENTER

n Reservations only Protected and safe enviroment n Pets spend the day on organic farm n Hands on care and vet on call n

PET CARE PRODUCTS • SMALL ANIMALS

BIRDS • TROPICAL FISH • REPTILES

New Location !

WESTPORT Dehaven Valley Farm Inn (707) 961-1660 Howard Creek Ranch Inn (with advance reservation) (707) 964-6725 Westport Inn (707) 964-5135

WILLITS Baechtel Creek Inn & Spa (50 lb. limit) LITTLE RIVER (707) 459-9063 Inn at Schoolhouse Creek (707) 937-5525 Little River Inn (707) 937-5942 or (888) 466-5683 Old West Inn (707) 459-4201 Seafoam Lodge (707) 937-1827 or (800) 606-1827 Pepperwood Motel (707) 459-2231

Evergreen Barn

PAWS FOR CATS & DOGS

Across from the depot!

GUALALA Beach Rentals — The Sea Ranch (707) 884-4235 Gualala Country Inn (707) 884-4343 or (800) 564-4466 Mar Vista Cottages (707) 884-3522 or (877) 855-3522 North Coast Country Inn (707) 884-4537 Serenisea Ocean Cabins (707) 884-3836 Surf Motel at Gualala (707) 884-3571 or (888) 451-7873

“Where Pets go on Vacation in Northern California.”

New to the Old Barn on Evergreen Street:

SELF BATHING FACILITY A full range of pet supplies available

Featuring Homemade Organic Pet Treats Canine & Feline Fancies & Necessities Unique Gifts for Pets & the Humans that Adore them

432 N. Main Street • Fort Bragg

707-964-3322

www.paws4catsanddogs.com 24 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

A Unique & Comforting Option for Pet Boarding Dogs have Themed Rooms with Beds 3 Trail Walks Daily Cats have Indoor-Outdoor Condos

Hopland, CA 707.744.1621 www.CradleSpringsPetResort.com

Main Street

Lansing Street Evergreen Evergreen Barn

Highway 1

Mon. – Fri. 10 – 5:30 p.m. • Sat. 10 – 4 p.m. • Closed Sunday

477 Evergreen Street, Mendocino • (707) 937-3300 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Mendocino~Albion~Little River S

A Filmmaker’s Delight

ince Caspar Lumber Company decided in 1904 to make a movie about Redwood trees called The Sequoia Sempervirens, Mendocino County has been a big attraction for filmmakers and television. The natural beauty, the picturesque harbors, and the charming salt-box, Craftsman, and Victorian homes of Mendocino County have lured filmmakers for the same reason vacationers make Mendocino County their destination.

For more information about film and television locations in Mendocino County contact the Mendocino Film Office at 961-6302, or www.mendocinocoast.com/filmoffice/contact.htm.

Movies filmed entirely or partly in Mendocino County:

A

trip to Northern California would not be complete without a stop in the quaint and rustic Village of Mendocino. This historic town, which sits on rugged bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, features dozens of shops, art galleries bed-and-breakfast inns and is host to several special events every year, including the Mendocino Whale Festival in March and the Mendocino Music Festival in July.

The beauty of the town is what first impresses visitors. The New England-style architecture is the influence of homesick pioneers who “came ’round the horn” in the mid-19th century to be a part of the town’s lumber boom. The gingerbread architecture, with its abundance of filigree moldings, steep gables and picket fences provide a perfect counterpoint to the rugged coast.

In 1852, German immigrant William Kasten, the lone survivor of a shipwreck, was found by a search party. Kasten took a look around him and saw a different type of gold than the one then sought in California — the Coastal Redwood. San Francisco during the Gold Rush was a booming city in need of building materials. It provided the incentive for Mendocino to almost instantly become a logging and lumber town.

When the logging industry slowed, Mendocino started to decline. But the town underwent a cultural renaissance during the late 1950s when the area became an artists’ colony. Mendocino has attracted artists, art lovers and free spirits ever since.

The Mendocino Music Festival, described as “the glory of the North Coast,” is a series of annual concerts of orchestral and chamber music, opera and jazz, that has grown in scope and appeal since it first began in 1987.

Visitors who prefer the outdoors will be delighted in and around this picturesque town.

The area offers such activities as deep-sea fishing, whale watching, canoeing, kayaking, abalone diving, hiking, biking and horseback riding. Trails lead from the headlands down to beaches where visitors can search for seashells or explore the numerous tide pools. However, beachcombers and hikers should always keep an eye on the ocean. Large “sneaker waves” are common and can sweep unsuspecting hikers off the rocks and out to sea.

One of the favorite pastimes for any visitor to Mendocino is a leisurely stroll around the village to admire the beautiful Victorian buildings. It’s easy for the mind to take flights of fancy and imagine the town in the late 1800s, when horses were the mode of transportation and lumber schooners still loaded redwood lumber on board from doghole ports, when every house had a water tower and privies were still in use. The town of Mendocino has been designated a National Historic Preservation District due to its historical buildings.

Television viewers may recognize the Blair House on Little Lake Road, which was featured on the show “Murder, She Wrote,”

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

photo by John Birchard, courtesy of Albion River Inn

and the Hill House of Mendocino, which has also been featured on the show. The Mendocino Hotel on Main Street is an attractive hostelry that was built in 1878. It still serves the same function today that it did more than 100 years ago and its rooms are furnished with antiques, fireplaces and historic memorabilia.

The Kelley House Museum on Albion Street is another historic building that is accessible to visitors. Built in 1861, the Kelley House has period artifacts and photographs, as well as a pond and gardens.

On the corner of Lansing and Howard streets is one of the first houses built in Mendocino. It was built by Captain David Lansing, the commander of the ship that brought the mill machinery to Big River in 1852 that started the Mendocino coast logging boom.

Just north of Mendocino, on Point Cabrillo Drive, is Russian Gulch State Park. The park is known for the Russian Gulch Creek Canyon, the Devil’s Punch Bowl (a large collapsed sea cave), and a 36’ waterfall. The park is a popular destination for camping, with 23 sites, open from April through October. Tide pool exploring, rock fishing and skin-diving are also a great ways to spend the day at Russian Gulch.

Further north is the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse, which has undergone a complete renovation and restoration process. The light is located on a 300-acre nature preserve that is open daily, year-round. The Light House Inn at Point Cabrillo overlooks the lighthouse and light station and has 6 rooms and two cottages, with beautiful ocean views, gourmet breakfasts, private baths, wonderful hikes and lighthouse tours, (707) 937-6123.

Just south of Mendocino is Big River, a coastal stream that is a favorite spot for area outdoor enthusiasts. On the south side of the river at The Stanford Inn by the Sea, Catch a Canoe & Bicycles Too rents canoes, kayaks and bicycles for those who didn’t bring their own, (888) 331-8884.

T

he town of Albion was named by Captain W.A. Richardson, after the ancient name for Britain. He chose the name in 1853 because the coastal cliffs reminded him of those in England. Richardson also built the first lumber mill in Albion on the river flats below the high wooden trestle bridge that spans the Albion River.

Today, Albion features fine restaurants, lodging, a fully equipped grocery store and deli, as well as other necessities for the traveler. Dining and lodging rooms at the Albion River Inn provide scenic views of commercial fishing boats returning to Albion Harbor at sunset.

The area around Albion is rich with sheltered coves that are excellent for tidepooling, hiking and exploring. Albion Ridge Road, which travels east of Highway 1, will afford the traveler panoramic views of the area’s rolling hills as they slope down to the ocean.

It is an excellent place to watch red-tailed hawks, and in the winter the migratory tundra swans on their way to the Garcia River, south of Albion.

North of Albion, the Albion Little River Road leads visitors to the Mendocino County Airport, the coastal destination for pilots of small aircraft.

L

ittle River, Albion’s neighbor to the north, has a similar history. Little River’s first lumber mill was built in 1864. It closed down in 1893, then burned in 1910. Next to the mill was the shipyard of Thomas Peterson whose vessels won prizes for their design and craftsmanship, including first prize in San Francisco at the Fourth of July Regatta in 1876.

On average, three prime trees were used to build each ship.

Many of Little River’s original inhabitants came from New England and the town’s architecture reflects this influence. The Little River Inn, with its elevated site overlooking the Pacific, is a natural focal point for the town.

Originally built by lumberman Silas Coombs, the inn offers lodging, dining and golf, (888) 466-5683. Another attractive inn in the area is The Heritage House, (707) 937-5885.

Little River Cove is a favorite spot for scuba and skin divers, but only skin divers may harvest abalone. The cove is opposite the entrance to Van Damme State Park, one of the most popular parks on the coast.

Van Damme offers ten miles of beautiful hiking trails, in the lush Fern Canyon trail system. There are lots of things to explore in the fern-carpeted floors of the Little River Canyon. You will feel like a giant in the Pygmy Forest, with it’s mature cypress and pine trees that grow between six-inches and eight-feet tall or follow your nose to the skunk cabbage at the Cabbage Patch. The beach is a popular place for skindiving and abalone hunting. Van Damme offers several camping options, with 74 sites available, as well as hiking trails and year-round guided coastal kayak tours.

The Wine Bar[n] at Glendeven Inn is housed in the old redwood barn of the 140year-old Stevens estate. The farm, originally built by Isaiah Stevens, was one of the first homesteads in Little River. Isaiah raised cows in the pastures surrounding the farmhouse, and the barn was the center of this working farm. Today the cows have been replaced by grazing llamas and the barn structure is home to The Wine Bar[n] on the eight-acre oceanview property. With its garden setting, The Wine Bar[n] offers wine tasting, sales by the glass and bottle, and a wine club. The heart of the wine list is a collection from the best that Mendocino vintners have to offer. The list expands to the entire California wine country and to international selections focused on famed regional varietals. ‘Small plate’ gourmet samplings are offered to accompany your wine selections. For more Information, call (707) 937-0083.

The Sequoia Sempervirens (Caspar Lumber Co.) ~ 1904 The Promise ~ 1916 King Spruce ~ 1916 The Man Who Dared ~ 1920 Kindred of the Dust ~ 1921 Strange Idols ~ 1922 Soul of the Beast ~ 1922 Timberland Tales ~ 1922 The Signal Tower ~ 1923 The Search of a Hero ~ 1925 The Uninvited ~ 1943 Frenchman’s Creek ~ 1943 Johnny Belinda ~ 1947 East of Eden ~ 1954 Island of the Blue Dolphin ~ 1963 The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming ~ 1965 The Spirit is Willing ~ 1966 The Dunwich Horror ~ 1969 Summer of ’42 ~ 1970 Glen and Randa ~ 1971 Slither ~ 1972 The Runaway on the Rogue River ~ 1973 Haunts ~ 1973 Evil Towns ~ 1973 The Boy Who Talks to Whales ~ 1977 Same Time, Next Year ~ 1978 Strangers: A Story of a Mother and Daughter ~ 1978 Humanoids from the Deep ~ 1979 Dead & Buried ~ 1980 Treasure: In Search of the Golden Horse ~ 1982 Cujo ~ 1982 Racing with the Moon ~ 1983 The Killing Time ~ 1986 Overboard ~ 1987 Wired ~ 1988 The Karate Kid: Part III ~ 1989 Dying Young ~ 1992 Forever Young ~ 1992 Pontiac Moon ~ 1993 The Haunting of Seacliff Inn ~ 1994 The Fugitive ~ 2001 The Majestic ~ 2001

Mendocino Coast Visitor Center serving Westport to Gualala and beyond!

We can help with...

• Lodging • Dining • Things to do • Wedding services 332 N. Main Street • Fort Bragg 707.961.6300 • chamber@mcn.org www.MendocinoCoast.com

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 25

LITTLE RIVER ~ ALBION Mendocino

Big River

16 17

CAFE BEAUJOLAIS

Com ptc

Dinner served 7 nights a week from 5:45 p.m.

he -

Uki ah R

oad

26 24 18 ive Van Damme Beach tle R r Airpor t Rd State Park 20 19 Lit

Now serving lunch Wed. - Sun. 11:30 to 2:30 p.m

Pacific

Little River

21

Mendocino County Airport

ttle on -Li

Alb i

22

y.

OCEAN

Hw

Riv er

line

Rd

re Sho

C PA C I F I

For reservations, call 937-5614 961 Ukiah Street â&#x20AC;˘ Mendocino, CA Contact us at cafebeau@mcn.org and www.cafebeaujolais.com

Albion

n Albio

River

R

HEESE

Albion Ridge Rd

DRIVE

1 Rd.

To Elk Point Arena

MAP KEY Cafe Beaujolais Coast Getaways

ON ST C AR LS

Blackberry Inn Ocean Quilts Ford House Museum & Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center

7 Mendocino Sandpiper 8 Evergreen Barn 9 Sweetwater Inn & Spa 10 Sea Rock Inn 11 Alegria Bed & Breakfast

MENDOCINO HEADLANDS STATE PARK

ST

Gallery Bookshop

KELLY

1 2 3 4 5 6

128

12 Headlands Inn Bed & Breakfast 13 Mendocino Hotel 14 Hill House Inn 15 Mendocino Coast Reservations

BLACKBERRY INN #HARMING 7ESTERN 4OWN -OTIF Excellent Value Ocean Views Quiet Location Immaculate Rooms

Relax and enjoy Fireplaces & Whirlpool Tubs the serenity and Phones with Data Ports beautiful views from Continental Breakfast Cable TV our Country Inn Show this ad for a $10 Discount

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Officeâ&#x20AC;?

 WWW BLACKBERRYINN BIZ 26 Mendocino County â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

16 Ravens Restaurant &

Stanford Inn by the Sea

17 Catch-A-Canoe & Bicycles Too

18 Glendeven Inn 19 Little River Inn 20 La Petite Rive 21 Seafoam Lodge 22 Heritage House 23 Mendocino Chocolate Co. 24 Glendeven Wine Bar[n] 25 At Last Farm Doggy Day Camp 26 Kayak Mendocino

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

LE RUND

ge

DRIVE

Rid

HEESER

Nav arro

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE Š2008 101 Things To DoŽ

To Fort Bragg

LO RI LN

10

MENDOCINO

LARKIN RD

3 LARKIN RD

LANE

NC

RD

SUN

H

GURLEY

S

RA LL

ME AD OW

TRA P

LAN

WILDWOOD

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN • MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

1

HI

SIN G

ST

Ocean

LAW ROAD

ROAD

JACK PETERS CR EEK RD

Public om Restro

D

RNE OSBO

D SR

Post Office

23 12

T IAH S

UK

N ALBIO

ST

7 5 STR MAIN

EET

4

Kellesye Hou

13 6

ITS

T P IN E S

1 9

EAST PINE

Affordable Jewelry “Where the Locals Shop”

CL A

2

ST

WI LL

since 1987

937. 3102

ST

T REEN S

LAKE

ST FLORES

RK

LL HI

LLA

CALPE

ST WARD WOOD

R DR

HEESE

LITTLE

WEST

EVERG

15

cino Mendo Art n e C ter

25

ST L ST SCHOO

O COVEL

ST

T RD S HOWA

N ST KASTE

ST MS WILLIA

CAHTO

Mendocino Sandpiper LER ST WHEE

ER

LAK

ST

DLE GRIN UE AVEN

TE PAL ET

14

LE LITT

B L AIR

IVE DR

ST G LANSIN

ST FORD

T SC RES CYP

45280 Main Street (West End of Main Street) Mendocino • Open Daily

JACKSON

8 11

1

Pedestrian Walkway Public Restroom

Ford House Museum & Visitor’s Center

O Q

C U O F

NORTH BIG RIVER RD

E I

A L

N T

S

M E N D O C I N O

To Point Arena

Mendocino Bay

Big

17 TCHE U KI 16 COMP AH R

River D

River Access Area

Mendocino Coast Reservations VACATION HOME RENTALS

45270 MAIN STREET MENDOCINO • 707 937 4201 oceanquiltsmendocino.com LOCALLY MADE QUILTS • MINIATURE QUILTS • FOLK ART TABLE LINENS • REPRODUCTION BAUER POTTERY OPEN DAILY 10:30-5:30

Ocean View Homes • Child Friendly Homes Fido Friendly Homes • Hot Tub Homes Bed & Breakfast Inns • Visitor Information

www.mendocinovacations.com photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

(707) 937-5033 • mcr@mendocinovacations.com • (800) 262-7801 45084 Little Lake St. • PO Box 1143 • Mendocino, CA 95460 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 27

Mendocino Coast Bed & Breakfast / Inns Area Code is (707) unless otherwise noted.

Albion Harbor House Inn

Albion River Inn

6 Rooms, 4 Cottages 5600 S. Hwy. 1 • (800) 720-7474 www.theharborhouseinn.com

22 rooms • (800) 479-7944 www.albionriverinn.com

Fensalden Inn 8 Rooms, 33810 Navarro Ridge Rd. (800) 959-3850 www.fensalden.com

Sandpiper House Inn

Anchor Bay

Fort Bragg

Mar Vista Cottages

Atrium—A Garden Inn

By The Sea

5 Rooms, 5520 S. Hwy One www.sandpiperhouse.com

12 cottages, 35101 S. Hwy. 1 884-3522 or (877) 855-3522 www.marvistamendocino.com

10 rooms, 700 N. Main St. 964-9440 • www.atriumbnb.com

Country Inn

Tree House for Two Vacation Rental 884-1541 • www.treehousefor2.com

Elk Elk Cove Inn & Spa 3 Ocean-view Luxury Suites; 4 Ocean-front Cottages 6300 S. Hwy One • 877-3321 www.elkcoveinn.com 12 Rooms, 5928 S. Hwy. 1 877-9997 www.greenwoodpierinn.com

Griffin House Inn 8 Cottages, 5910 S. Hwy. 1 877-3422 www.griffinhouseinn.com

The Lodge At Noyo River 17 rooms, 500 Casa Del Noyo 964-8045 or (800) 628-1126 www.noyolodge.com

Old Coast Hotel, Sports Bar & Grill

8 rooms, 632 N. Main St. 964-3737 www.beourguests.com

15 rooms, 101 N. Franklin St. 961-4488 or (888) 468-3550 www.oldcoasthotel.com

Glass Beach Bed & Breakfast Inn

Rendezvous Inn & Restaurant

9 rooms, 726 N. Main St. 964-6774 www.glassbeachinn.com

6 rooms, 647 N. Main St. 964-8142 or (800) 491-8142 www.rendezvousinn.com

The Living Light Inn

The Weller House Inn

10 rooms. Living Light Inn is an Eco-Friendly inn located in beautiful Fort Bragg. This is the oldest continually running inn in Fort Bragg.

It combines historic craftsmanship with all the amenities needed by today’s Eco-Savy traveler.

533 East Fir St., Fort Bragg 964-1384 or (877) 964-1384 www.livinglightinn.com

Greenwood Pier Inn

courtesy of The Heritage House

The Heritage House in Mendocino.

“Victorian delights abound at this charming, period Mendocino Hotel with a California menu that’s right on the mark.” —ZAGAT SURVEY 2007

MENDOCINO HOTEL

Gualala Breakers Inn 27 rooms 39300 S. Hwy. 1 • 884-3200 www.breakersinn.com

Gualala Country Inn

10 rooms. Featured in New York Times and Sunset Magazine, a place of elegance, grace and charm. Ten luxurious rooms, all with private baths.

Two rooms in the water tower topped by a 40-ft. high, ocean view hot tub.

Spas, fireplaces, fine English Gardens.

24 Stewart St. 964-4415 or (877) 893-5537 www.wellerhouse.com

9 rooms. 47955 Center St. 884-4343 or (800) 564-4466 www.gualala.com

North Coast Country Inn 6 rooms. The cluster of rustic but luxurious redwood buildings are nestled into a forested hillside with views of the ocean. Each of the six spacious guestrooms has a king or queen sized bed, fireplace, dining area, private bathroom and sitting area where guests can relax and enjoy the

rated one of the

“10 Best Inns in America”

glendeven inn mendocino

The Wine Bar[n]

& Garden Suites

45080 Main Street, Mendocino (800) 548-0513 www.mendocinohotel.com

• Overlooking the Pacific Ocean • 2 acres of Victorian gardens • Suites, some with living rooms • Steps to shops, beach, wine tasting, museums • Fireplaces and ocean views available • Pet and child friendly • Award winning wine list • Restaurants—fine dining or bistro • Weddings, Groups, Seminars and Retreats • Conference Media Center

(ILL (OUSE )NN

8205 N. Hwy 1 Little River, CA 95456 800.822.4536 707.937.0083

wine tasting in-room breakfast ocean views forest trails garden estate

WWW.GLENDEVEN.COM

SWEETWATE R SPA & INN

(800) 422-0554 10701 Palette Drive, Mendocino www.hillhouseinn.com Group, banquet and weddings in the largest meeting space on the North Coast.

Romantic & quiet with private cottages, hot tubs & fireplaces

• Steps to historic town center • Ocean or garden views • Antique and period furnishings • Free continental breakfast • Children welcome • Selected pet friendly rooms • Bar, large screen TV, high speed WiFi • Free unlimited phone calls (US)

Two charming inns in the Historic Village of Mendocino overlooking California’s spectacular North Coast.

28 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

+ + + + +

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE HOT TUB

•

SAUNA

•

SPA

44840 Main Street, Mendocino • 707-937-4076 Inn • 707-937-4140 Spa 800-300-4140 • www.sweetwaterspa.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

THE BEST KEPT SECRET ON THE MENDOCINO COAST

fire with a glass of wine. If that weren’t enough, the peaceful, private hot tub is just up the fern covered path.

34591 S. Hwy. 1 884-4537 or (800) 959-4537 www.northcoastcountryinn.com

Seacliff on the Bluff A quiet, romantic retreat, a short stroll from central Gualala’s restaurants, shops, galleries and kayaking, five minutes from the beach.

All rooms have spectacular ocean views, king-size beds, gas fireplaces, two-person whirlpool spas and more.

884-1213 or (800) 400-5053 www.seacliffmotel.com

St. Orres Fine Dining & Lodging 36601 S. Hwy. 1 • 884-3303 www.saintorres.com

Surf Motel at Gualala 39170 S. Hwy. 1 (888) 451-SURF(7873) 884-3571 • www.gualala.com

The Secret Garden B & B One room, 38201 S. Hwy. 1 884-3302 or (888) 668-9874 www.gualalasecretgarden.com

Whale Watch Inn by the Sea 18 unique accommodations 35100 Hwy. 1 884-3667 or (800) WHALE 42 www.whalewatchinn.com

Irish Beach Honey’s Getaway One 3 bdrm., 2 bath rental house 1720 Elm St. • 422-0758 www.honeysgetaway.com

Little River Blanchard House Bed & Breakfast One room, 8141 N. Hwy. 1 937-1627 www.blanchardhouse.com

The Heritage House 68 Rooms A breathtaking view awaits you from Heritage House’s 37-acre property. The naturally elegant rooms and rugged sophistication unique to the Mendocino Coast make The Heritage House a haven “where the wondrous inhabits the everyday”. Retreat to the spa and begin your journey to inner peace.

A sumptuous meal will await you at Heritage House’s fine restaurant, where their chefs’ commitment to local harvest is evident in the fine cuisine.

5200 North Hwy. 1 (800) 235-5885. www.heritagehouseinn.com

Inn at Schoolhouse Creek 19 rooms or cottages 7051 N. Hwy. 1 937-5525 or (800) 731-5525 www.schoolhousecreek.com

Little River Inn 4 cottages and 60 rooms. This hillside property features dramatic ocean views from every room. Just two miles south of the village, this destination hotel and Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEWS

ENCLOSED HOT TUB IN GAZEBO courtesy of Glendeven Inn

Glendeven Inn in Little River.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST Delivered to your room

PRIVATE COVE & BEACH ACCESS spa offers incomparable hospitality and promises a stay you will never forget.

Play golf and tennis on the grounds with breathtaking views of a constantly changing sea. Or treat yourself to a massage at the Third Court Salon and Day Spa. 7751 N. Hwy. 1 (888) 466-5683 www.littleriverinn.com

Seafoam Lodge 24 Rooms, 8 separate buildings offer a total of 24 guest accommodations and a conference center. The Lodge is located on a sweeping hillside, overlooking the Pacific. Also a private cove and beach access, plus continental breakfast served in your room. Pet Friendly.

6751 N. Hwy. 1 • 937-1827 www.seafoamlodge.com

Stevenswood Resort and Spa 10 suites, 8211 N. Hwy. 1 (800) 421-2810 www.stevenswood.com

CONFERENCE FACILITIES KITCHENS AVAILABLE

Located only minutes from fine dining, diving and hiking at Van Damme Beach & State Park, a challenging 9-hole golf course and the village of Mendocino.

All rooms have color TVs, telephones, coffeemakers, refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms to share with your pet available upon request.

SEAFOAM LODGE

(707) 937-1827 • 1-800-606-1827 6751 N. Hwy. One, Little River P.O. Box 68, Mendocino, CA 95460 www.seafoamlodge.com

Manchester Manchester Beach KOA Kottages Each Kottage has living area with TV and fireplace, queen-size futon in the living room with twin-size bunks in a second room, plus the added comfort of full bathroom with shower, fullyfurnished dining area with kitchenette.

44300 Kinney Road 882-2375 or (800) 562-4188 www.manchesterbeachkoa.com

Mendocino Abigail’s 6 Rooms, pet friendly 499 Howard Street (800) 962-0934 www.abigailsmendocino.com

Agate Cove Inn 10 Rooms, one pet friendly room 11201 Lansing St. (800) 527-3111 www.agatecove.com

Alegria and the Alegria Quartet 11 Rooms. An ocean front bed and breakfast inn, Alegria features ocean view rooms and cottages, fireplaces, decks, a hot tub and a path to the beach. Alegria Quartet (formerly MacElroy’s) is a Craftsman style bungalow that contains four charming, spacious rooms and suites.

44781 Main St. (800) 780-7905 www.oceanfrontmagic.com

Picturesque Dining Room and Lounge Overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Menu Constantly Revolving to Reflect the Bounty of the Local Harvest.

Live Jazz in the Lounge at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Open Nightly for Dinner at 6 p.m.

Breakfast served from 8 a.m.

Sunday Brunch 11a.m. - 3p.m.

5200 NORTH HIGHWAY 1 • LITTLE RIVER, CA 95448 707.937.5885 • WWW.HERITAGEHOUSEINN.COM www.101things.com • Mendocino / 29

Mendocino Coast Bed & Breakfast / Inns Auberge Mendocino 10 Rooms, pet friendly 6200 N. Hwy. 1 • (800) 347-9252 www.aubergemendocino.com

Blackberry Inn 17 Rooms. Designed in the motif of an Old West Town, offering comfort, quality and serenity. Most rooms have ocean views; some with fireplaces, whirlpool tubs or decks.

44951 Larkin Rd. (800) 950-7806 www.blackberryinn.biz

Blair House 4 rooms, 45110 Little Lake St. 937-1800 or (800) 699-9296 www.blairhouse.com

Brewery Gulch Inn 10 Rooms 9401 Coast Hwy. 1 North (800) 578-4454 www.brewerygulchinn.com

Dennen’s Victorian Farmhouse 11 Rooms • (800) 264-4723 www.victorianfarmhouse.com

Glendeven Inn 10 Rooms. This Select Registry Inn, with its blend of fine antiques and contemporary art, offers wood burning fireplaces, ocean views, full in-room gourmet breakfasts, private baths, secluded patios & decks, featherbeds, plush robes, a wine and hors d’eouvres

hour, with headland, beach and forest trails, and free Wi-Fi. Glendeven, the home of The Wine Bar[n], is built on a serene eight-acre homestead around an 1867 country estate situated on a headland meadow with grazing llamas, just two minutes south of historic Mendocino.

8205 N. Hwy. 1 • (800) 822-4536 www.glendeven.com

photo by Cyndy Phillips

Headlands Inn 6 rooms plus cottage. This charming bed and breakfast was built in 1868, a distinctive New England Victorian Salt-Box by-the-Sea that delivers the historic charm of the last century in conjunction with modern amenities.

The inn offers six rooms, all with private baths, five with wood burning fireplaces and a romantic cottage with private bath, fireplace, cable TV/DVD, refrigerator and microwave.

Breakfast in bed with a San Francisco newspaper, white-water ocean views, comfy featherbeds, crackling fireplaces and wireless Internet. Corner of Howard and Albion Streets.

(800) 354-4431 www.headlandsinn.com

Hill House Inn 44 spacious guest rooms with cozy comforters, lace curtains, period furnishing and ocean or garden views.

The Hill House Inn is a charming

Mendocino Hotel in the city of Mendocino.

country inn nestled on a bluff overlooking California’s spectacular North Coast, and is only steps from the historic town center. Renovated in 2006, the inn features antique and period furnishings. A free continental breakfast is included in the room rate.

Children are welcome and there are selected pet friendly rooms. The inn has high-speed WiFi, free unlimited phone calls (US) and a bar with big screen TV. The Hill House Inn has the largest meeting space on the North Coast, great for groups, banquets and weddings. To speak with the event planner, Jamie Buckner, call 639-6629.

10701 Palette Drive • (800) 422-0554 www.hillhouseinn.com

John Dougherty House

Joshua Grindle Inn 10 rooms, plus a guest house (800) GRINDLE • www.joshgrin.com

Light House Inn at Point Cabrillo 6 Rooms, 2 Cottages This beautiful bed-and-breakfast has spectacular ocean views, gourmet breakfasts, private baths, wonderful hikes and lighthouse tours.

45300 Lighthouse Rd. (707) 937-6123 or (866) 937-6124 www.mendocinolighthouse. pointcabrillo.org/mendocino-cottage.htm

MacCallum House 33 Rooms • (800) 609-0492 www.maccallumhouse.com

Mendocino Farmhouse 6 rooms 43410 Comptche Ukiah Road 937-0241 or (800) 475-1536 www.mendocinofarmhouse.com

7 rooms, 571 Ukiah Street 937-5266 • www.jdhouse.com

Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

B E D & B R E A K FA S T I N N 11101 Lansing St., Mendocino | 800-906-0926 | 707-937-0926 www.searockinn.com

Weller House Inn

Seeing eving ... is Beli

800-780-7905 www.oceanfrontmagic.com

Headlands Inn BED & BREAKFAST

H

Relax on a featherbed in a romantic oceanview room with a crackling fire, and a gourmet breakfast served to your private quarters.

1-877-893-5537

www.WellerHouse.com

30 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

MENDOCINO’S OCEANFRONT BED & BREAKFAST Just steps to the beach and a stroll to fine restaurants and galleries.

An enchanting refuge in Mendocino Village

51 rooms and suites some with living rooms—fireplaces and ocean views are available. Renovated in 2006, this luxurious full service hotel is in the heart of historic Mendocino Village, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and situated in 2 acres of Victorian gardens. The hotel features an Award Winning wine list, a bar, bistro and fine dining options; fine art, oriental carpets and stained glass.

Perfect for weddings, groups, seminars and retreats. The hotel features a Conference Media Center with a high definition overhead projector, high speed open access WiFi

800-354-4431 Howard & Albion Mendocino Village www.headlandsinn.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Albion, Little River & Mendocino Dining Guide

All area codes (707)

South of the Border 10 foot diagonal screen and 5.1 Surround Sound Theater System.

“Victorian delights abound at this charming, period Mendocino Hotel with a California menu that’s right on the mark.”—Zagat Survey 2007 (800) 548-0513 45080 Main Street • Mendocino www.mendocinohotel.com

Mendocino Village Inn 12 rooms, 44860 Main St. Mendocino 95460 937-0289 or (800) 609-0492 www.maccallumhouse.com

Bay View Cafe 45040 Main St., Mendocino • 937-4197

Delis and Desserts

Seafood & More courtesy of Sea Rock Inn

Sea Rock Inn in Mendocino.

Point Arena Lighthouse Cottages

4 Rooms 45170 Little Lake Street (888) 453-2677 www.packardhouse.com

Four historic keeper’s homes are available for rent. Rental fees include entrance to the museum, tower and use of the grounds.

45500 Lighthouse Road (877) 725-4448 www.pointarenalighthouse.com

Sea Gull Inn

Wharfmaster’s Inn

Packard House

7 Rooms, 44960 Albion St. (888) 937-5204 • www.seagullbb.com

Sea Rock Inn 16 Rooms. Enjoy individual ocean view cottages and suites on a hill overlooking the sea.The luxuriously comfortable coastal contemporary design with hand-hewn wood treatments features virtually every amenity possible.

11101 Lansing St. (800) 906-0926 • www.searock.com

Stanford Inn by the Sea 44 Rooms. Nestled on a hillside, the exquisite Stanford Inn sits atop a meadow overlooking Mendocino Bay. Embodying the best of the rugged Mendocino Coast, the Inn is a haven.

Every detail is attended to, from wood-burning fireplaces set and ready to light, to the sumptuous organic breakfasts. Inspired by the Stanford’s Certified Organic gardens, The Raven’s restaurant is outstanding and nationally acclaimed for its vegetarian cuisine. Guests are indulged at the Inn’s Massage in the Forest and private yoga sessions.

(800) 331-8884 • www.stanfordinn.com

Mendocino Chocolate Company Ukiah Street, east of Lansing Mendocino • 937-1107

Mendocino Bakery 10483 Lansing St. Mendocino • 937-0836

26 rooms • 785 Port Road 882-3171 or (800) 932-4031 www.wharfmasters.com

Sea Ranch

Sea Ranch Lodge 2 rooms 60 Sea Walk Drive 785-2371 • www.searanchlodge.com

Westport

Howard Creek Ranch 9 rooms, 3 cabins 40501 N. Hwy. 1 • 964-6725 www.howardcreekranch.com

955 Ukiah St. Restaurant 955 Ukiah St. Mendocino • 937-1955

Little River Inn Restaurant 7901 N. Hwy. 1 Little River • 937-5942

Organic / Vegetarian Ravens Restaurant at Stanford Inn Hwy. 1 & Comptche-Ukiah Rd., Mendocino • 937-5615

International & Other Cafe Beaujolais 961 Ukiah St., Mendocino • 937-5614 Ledford House 3000 N. Hwy. 1, Albion • 937-0282 Patterson’s Pub 10485 Lansing St., Mendocino • 937-4782

American Albion River Inn 3790 N. Hwy. 1 Albion • 937-1919 Hill House Restaurant 10701 Palette Dr. Mendocino • 937-3200 Mendo Burgers 10483 Lansing Ave. Ft. Bragg • 937-1111 Mendocino Hotel 45080 Main St. Mendocino • 937-0511

Moosse Café 390 Kasten St. Mendocino • 937-4323 The Restaurant at Stevenswood 8211 N. Hwy. 1 Little River • 937-2810 La Petite Rive 7750 N. Hwy. 1 Little River • 937-4945 The Heritage House Restaurant 5200 N. Hwy. 1 Little River • 937-5885

Sweetwater Spa and Inn 12 rooms. Fully equipped private cottages, unique and historical water tower suites and ocean view luxury suites highlight Sweetwater. This gem is located in the heart of Mendocino Village. Enjoy complimentary access to hot tubs and saunas while you stay.

44840 Main St. • (800) 300-4140 www.sweetwaterspa.com

Whitegate Inn 7 Rooms, pet friendly 499 Howard St. • (800) 531-7282 www.whitegateinn.com

Point Arena Brandybuck Ranch 2 rooms, 27001 Ten Mile Road 882-2269 www.brandybuckranch.com

Lighthouse Point Resort 22900 Shoreline Hwy. South (at Lighthouse Road) • 882-2440

To quote Tripadvisor.com

‘It was a magical evening one of the best overall meals/experiences I have had anywhere in the world.’ ★★★★★ Open Wednesday thru Sunday Seatings @ 5:30pm & 8:00pm Reservations Required Located 2 mi. South of Mendocino across from Little River Inn 7750 N. Highway 1, Little River CA 95456

(707) 937- 4945

lapetiterive@mendocino.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 31

Mendocino ~ Albion ~ Little River

Mendocino Albion Little River

33

34

Cooking is an art and is best when savored, enjoyed and shared. Learn to cook with worldclass Chef Stephen Smith at the Albion River Inn. In this three-hour class Chef Stephen will

If you are a kayak enthusiast, you should definitely take a trip to the beautiful Albion River. This beautiful river will tantalize your eyes and ears with fantastic sights and the serene, relaxing sound of crystal-clear running water. A delightful early morning foggy haze adds a fun Visit the element of mystery to a trip down the majestic Albion.

Ford House If you are not into

Museum kayaking, there are still plenty of great With each new breath of the activities to enjoy on mighty Pacific, the Mendocino coast or around the Albion has surged with changes. Sandy River. Hike and explore shores gave way to rocky crags that the lush hillsides that stand like centurions over stretches slope up from the of blue waters. banks of the river.

Native Americans breathed in There are more than the ocean air, and pioneers stepped a few perfect spots through the pages of time, inhaling along the river to pitch with another adventure, exhaling a tent and enjoy the with the technology that linked one serenity of the great century to the next. The Ford House outdoors. Or check Museum displays these Mendocino into the famous Albion breaths of time. Built in 1854 by River Inn which boasts Jerome and Martha Ford, the house photo by Cyndy Phillips delightful ocean views, once held the dreams of an oceanic fabulous food and sits adventurer. Jerome came to the North Coast in upon gorgeous headlands. There is something 1851 in search of the treasures of the great Frolic for everyone on the banks of the Albion River Shipwreck. He found the treasures of the mighty in Albion. For more information, call the Albion coastal redwoods instead and soon partnered River Inn at (800) 479-7944. with an eastern www.albionriverinn.com entrepreneur to

Take a Cooking Class at the Albion River Inn

Tour Historic Mendocino

photo by Jay Odee, www.albionriverinn.com

demonstrate the preparation of a 5 to 6-course meal. As a student you will taste dishes in progress, sip cocktails, wine or other beverages, enjoy a hearty lunch and bask in the ocean view. These monthly classes have been offered November through May for over a decade, but this year Chef Stephen has introduced private classes. Bring a group of friends or family and enjoy a truly unique and creative celebration of food.

The Albion River Inn is a great place to get away and relax on the Mendocino coast.

The inn overlooks the ocean and each of the 22 guest rooms have there own breathtaking view. According to Men’s Journal, “The Albion River Inn has the best views and best chef—Stephen Smith— between San Francisco and Seattle.”

The Albion River Inn is located on the ocean side of Coast 101 Things To Do® photo Highway 1, six miles During the summer, visitors can take part in south of the historic village of Mendocino. For a Historic House & Building Tour sponsored by the more information on classes and to reserve Kelly House. This guided walking tour will take your spot, call class coordinator Pat Turrigiano, you around town to discover even more about (800) 479-7944. The inn has a comprehensive the local historic sites. The historic tour is also website where visitors can make reservations, available in the winter, by appointment only. read the menu, look at the wine list, or sign up For more information, call the Kelley House at for the email list to be informed about upcom(707) 937-5791. ing activities. For more information, call (800) www.mendocinohistory.org 479-7944 or (707) 937-1919. www.mendocinofun.com www.albionriverinn.com

The elegant

Lighthouse Inn at Point Cabrillo

Welcomes You to Beautiful Ocean Views, Gourmet Breakfasts, Private Baths, Wonderful Hikes and Lighthouse Tours

Join us for a wonderful and relaxing stay on the Mendocino Coast

Reservations (707) 937-6123 or www.mendocinolighthouse.pointcabrillo.org 32 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

Whether you are a novice or expert, on your own or with a large group, they can accommodate you. Catch-A-Canoe & Bicycles Too can be found at the Stanford Inn and Spa at the corner of Highway 1 and Comptche-Ukiah Road, just south of Mendocino. For more information, call (707) 937-0273. www.stanfordinn.com

37

32

Along a beautiful, craggy coastline painted with wildflowers, you will see some of the most historic buildings in California. In Mendocino, you can take a trip back in time to when life was simple. Mendocino began in the 1850s as a lumber town. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, some of the homes and shops from that time still stand today.

However, most of the structures date back to the Victorian era of the 1870s. You will see a variety of architectural styles such as Salt Box, Cottage, Queen Anne, Italianate and Gothic Revival. Make sure to stop in at the Ford House where you can take a look at a model of what the town looked like almost a century ago. Visit the Kelly House to learn more about the history of this charming village that has barely changed over the century.

Kayak the Albion River

35

Relax at Dark Cove Beach

As you make your way down a stairway from a cliff to a sandy beach, you will be overcome with the beauty that surrounds you. Dark Cove Beach is a great place for a relaxing day. It is a quite inlet that will afford privacy and beauty.

Bring a kayak, snorkel, or scuba diving gear and take to the emerald and turquoise water. While you are under the water you can even go searching for Abalone, a large, rare, sea mollusk that many people enjoy eating and photo by Cyndy Phillips consider a delicacy. In a kayak, you can make your way around all the different rock formations and into some small coves. This beach is also a wonderful spot from which to watch a perfect California sunset. You can find the access to this cove at the Heritage House Inn and Restaurant, off Highway 1 in Little River, a delightful place to dine or spend the night. For more information, call the Heritage House at (707) 937-5885. www.heritagehouseinn.com

36

Pedal or Paddle in Mendocino

Want to go for a bike ride but just don’t know where to go? Stop by Catch-A-Canoe & Bicycles Too. There you can rent a mountain bike or a road bike. The friendly staff will even help you design your own ride.

You could pedal to a waterfall or a lighthouse or just along the waterfront.

They have several brands to suit your needs. Rather paddle? Rent a canoe, kayak, or outrigger for use along the Big River.

establish both the town of Mendocino and a booming mill yard. Today, from its location on Main Street, the Ford House Museum serves as the visitor center for the Mendocino Headlands State Park, offering both historic and current information on the 101 Things To Do® photo Mendocino area.

Every day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Ford House Museum exhibits models of 19th century oceanic vessels, logging tools, photographs, Native American relics and an elaborate model of the town of Mendocino in 1890. It also offers a wide selection of brochures, books and cards, as well as free seasonal lectures on area wildlife and changing seasonal exhibits in its gallery. History lovers will want to catch Heritage Days May 2 through 11, which emphasize the life and times of the Fords. For more information, call (707) 937-5397. www.mendocino.com/?id=247 www.mendocinoheritage.org

38

Discover Kelley House Museum

The Kelley House is one of the most beautiful houses ever built on the California coast. The home was built in 1861 by William Kelley, one of the founding fathers of Mendocino.

The Kelley House sits on three-quarters of an acre overlooking the mouth of Big River and Mendocino Bay. The gorgeous views are highlighted by the homes’ fantastic gardens, and a naturally spring-fed pond, that give the grounds charm and rustic beauty. The house is now home to the Kelley House Museum, which is dedicated to the preservation of the ethnic, economic and social history of the area. The house itself is an example of many aspects of the region’s history. It displays balloon construction, is marked by large vertical studs that extend from the floor of the photo by Cyndy Phillips building all the way through the Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

ceiling. The exterior of the house is made from rough-hewn redwood boards that were harvested from the surrounding forests, and the floors are constructed from rough-cut pine boards of various sizes. The westward end of the house features tongue and groove construction that has allowed it to endure the brunt of the harsh winter abuse for almost 150 years.

In the summer the museum is open every day except Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; winter hours are weekends Friday through Monday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The house is located on Main Street in Mendocino. For more information, call (707) 937-5791. www.mendocinohistory.org

39

Join in Celebrating the Passing Whales

photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com

sea caves were created and what kinds of creatures call them home. No kayaking experience is necessary. They will show you all the right moves to get out and back easily and safely. All equipment is provided, including wetsuits, booties, life jackets and helmets. All you need to bring is a bathing suit, t-shirt and sense of adventure and curiosity. Reservations are required. For more information, call Kayak Mendocino at (707) 964-7480. www.kayakmendocino.com

41

Surf the Coast of Mendocino

The feeling of riding that perfect wave on the Mendocino Coast is an experience that you will not soon forget. The area has some of the best surf in Northern California.

Everyone from beginners to the most experienced surfers will find a beach and photo by Bruce Lewis, courtesy of Mendocino Whale Festival a wave. Crowding is not a problem as there are miles upon miles of coastline in All along the Mendocino Coast you can watch Mendocino County that are perfect for “hanggraceful gray whales migrating. From December ing ten.” Surfing is a sport that will provide you until April they can be seen quite easily from with a lifetime of the shore or on the sea. The fortunate will see fun and there are newborn calves traveling alongside their moth- several different ers. Grey whales at birth are a mere 15 feet long outfitters that rent boards and but will grow to about 45 feet.

There are many places along the coast provide lessons to charter a boat so you can get up close and from experienced personal with these goliaths. Plan to be in Men- instructors.

On Friday, docino in March and go to the Mendocino Whale Festival to celebrate and learn more about the June 20, surfers gray whale. This year’s festivals take place March of all ages will 1 and 2 in Mendocino and March 15 and 16 in take to the water photo by Karen Scott Fort Bragg. Mendocino Village festivities include at Big River Beach wine tasting from local Mendocino wineries in to celebrate surfing and do a beach cleanup. various shops, galleries and inns. A free trolley Founded in 2005, International Surfing Day was offers rides to participating merchants and created to allow surfers and other wave-riding nearby events, like the chowder tasting, whale enthusiasts to come together in a global celebrawatching walks and Mendocino County food tion of surfing. Whether you are a novice or a product tasting. The Fort Bragg Whale Festival pro, shortboarder or long wax-up, paddle out brings regional microbreweries to town, offering and catch a wave. www.go-surfer.com/mendocinocountysurfridtheir best pilsners, stouts and ales for tasting at ers.htm historic Eagle’s Hall. Other events include a 5K and 10K Walk and Run on the headlands, an arts and crafts fair, chowder tasting, art exhibits and guided whale walks at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and at MacKerricher State Park. Noyo Harbor at Fort Bragg is your launch point for numerous whale watching charter boats, including All Aboard Adventures, (707) 961-6303. For more information about the festivals, call the Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce (707) 961-6300.

• Guided Sea www.mendowhale.com www.allaboardadventures.com Cave Tours

101 Things To Do® photo

An artist enjoys a picture perfect day on the Mendocino Headlands.

42

Celebrate Music in Mendocino

Waves of music will crash to the sea at the 2008 Mendocino Music Festival. Set in picturesque Mendocino Village, the 22nd Annual Mendocino Music Festival is a celebration of auditory beauty. Spend the morning in the Village, on the beach or tasting one of the many local wines. Later in the day gather to enjoy a concert overlooking the ocean in the Big White Tent on the Mendocino Headlands State Park or at one of several smaller venues around the community.

Music ranges from Orchestra Chamber Ensemble, to Jazz, Blues, Folk and World Music, as well as Opera, Ballet pieces and Tango dancers. Before the day’s performances visitors are welcome to attend rehearsals, scheduled almost daily. Pack a lunch and bring the family for a musical picnic on the headlands.

The festival sweeps into motion July 12th with The Festival Orchestra, and a piano concerto performed by Stephen Prutsman. The event comes to a dramatic conclusion on July 26th, with Handel’s Royal Fireworks and Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. This 15-day celebration is choreographed to charge your senses and lighten your soul. The Mendocino Music Festival website has event schedules, ticket information and much more. For more information call (707) 937-2044. www.mendocinomusic.com

courtesy of Mendocino Music Festival

KAYAK MENDOCINO

40

Go Cave Kayaking

At Kayak Mendocino you can go on an amazing, unique adventure. Hop in a kayak and paddle out to some of the most stunning sea caves you will ever see. On this guided tour in Van Damme State Park outside the town of Mendocino, you will learn about the delicate ecosystem of the area. Observe beautiful sea creatures like fish and sea lions, then enter a cave where you can investigate all the nooks and crannies of the walls. Find out how these

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

• Classes • No experience necessary • All equipment provided

Van Damme State Park

(707) 964-7480 www.kayakmendocino.com

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 33

Mendocino ~ Albion ~ Little River

43

Attend the Mendocino Film Festival

The Mendocino Coast has starred in over 60 films over the years, including East of Eden, Summer of ’42, and The Russians are Coming, the Russians are Coming, as well as the long-running TV series, Murder She Wrote.

So what better place to host a film festival? The 3rd Annual Mendocino Film Festival, May 29June 1, hosts film screenings and special events

Fog rolling away from the Mendocino Headlands. photo by John Birchard courtesy of Mendocino Film Festival

all within easy (and lovely) walks of one another in Mendocino Village.

The event’s relaxed and intimate feel offers visitors a great chance to interact with filmmakers while enjoying their work. In addition to a wealth of narrative features, shorts, documentaries and animation, the Festival also showcases films in two unique categories; Films for Our Future, highlights films about the environment and sustainability, as well as social and spiritual themes; and Films on the Arts, brings to the festival the life and work of outstanding artists, dancers and musicians. “The Mendocino Film Festival is the near perfect film festival. It is about great films, talented filmmakers and wonderful film lovers, all set in a breathtakingly beautiful place. There are few film festivals in the world where you will feel more welcome,” said Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Adrian Belic. Check the festival’s website for film selections, schedules, special guests and events, and ticket information, (707) 937-0171. www.mendocinofilmfestival.org

international reputation and recognition. The Center also offers classes in fine arts, jewelry making, ceramics, sculpture, textiles and computer arts. They even have classes that are geared for kids. The Zacha Sculpture Garden in a lovely courtyard is a fantastic place to take a break and relax. They have a gift shop where you can purchase works by local artists. You can find this hidden treasure at 45200 Little Lake Street, in the town of Mendocino. For more information, call (707) 937-5818. www.mendocinoartcenter.org

45

Go See a Play in Mendocino

Live theater is an experience like no other.

When well done, the story takes on a life of its own, the actors become the characters and you are completely absorbed.

44

Explore the Mendocino Art Center

Overlooking the ocean from the top of headlands in Mendocino you will discover a place that will let your soul breathe and your imagination take flight.

courtesy of Mendocino Theatre Company

The reputable Mendocino Theater Company has been staging fabulous plays for almost 30 years at the Mendocino Theater. They have performed everything from literary classics and children’s theater to modern comedies and drama such as Of Mice & Men and Neil Simon’s The Sunshine Boys. The Mendocino Theatre Company is located in the Helen Schoeni Theatre at the Mendocino Arts Center, 45200 Little Lake Street, in the town of Mendocino. For more information on up-coming shows and times, call (707) 937-4477, or (707) 937-2718. www.mcn.org/1/mtc

47

Spend a Day at Mendocino Headlands Park

If you are in the town of Mendocino, take some time to visit Mendocino Headlands State Park. The park surrounds the town on three sides and provides a much appreciated buffer of undeveloped and rugged land between historic downtown Mendocino and the rampant development of almost everywhere else. You will not regret your trip to this park. Whales in the winter, wildflowers in the spring, nesting seabirds in the summer and spectacular color in autumn are just a few of the attractions. Mendocino Headlands State Park’s trails attract hikers and joggers from miles around because of the amazing views. Three miles of trails meander atop the rugged and majestic cliffs that line the coast.

The park has beachfront that is accessible from the Big River and has excellent fishing and scuba diving opportunities.

The park has been in operation since 1974. The town’s south headlands, facing Main Street, remained in timber company ownership until 1972. The threat of development there spurred resident artist Emmy Lou Packard to start a movement in 1969, which led to inclusion of the south headlands in the state park. An outgrowth of this effort was the listing of Mendocino on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971, an essential step toward protecting Mendocino’s nineteenth-century flavor.

46

Go to the Opera

courtesy of Mendocino Art Center

At the Mendocino Art Center, you will get a taste of local flavor by touring photography, watercolor and sculpture galleries.

Due to its amazing collection, the Mendocino Art Center has gained a national and 34 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

Opera Fresca performs some of the best loved operas in the world, performed throughout the town of Mendocino. Hear beautiful arias, duets and ensemble pieces accompanied by a full orchestra. All of the songs are sung in English. The settings are intimate, and with some of the performances you will be invited to dine and sample local wines. Since 1996, Opera Fresca has shown a strong and unparalleled commitment to bringing opera to enthusiasts of all ages. The price of a ticket is very reasonable. For more information, call (888) 82-OPERA (826-7372). www.operafresca.com

photo by Cyndy Phillips

Now the park land provides Mendocino with a buffer area that preserves the town’s historical presence. In return, the town provides a view of a unique blend of natural, ecological, cultural and social diversity. For more information, call (707) 937-5804. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=442

photo by Carol Harrison

48

Experience Big River and Big River Haul Road

Big River State Park is an amazing new park, which offers 7,334 wild acres for exploration.

Acquired in 2002, the park includes the largest coastal estuary north of San Francisco with 1,500 acres of wetlands. You can swim, bike, canoe, jog, walk your dog (leashed) or hike all along the beautiful Big River. When visiting Big River you will discover a wide variety of natural beauty and wildlife.

101 Things To Do® photo

The beaches along the river are perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Big River’s lower 6 to 8 miles provide a wonderful boating experience.

Private canoes, sailboats, kayaks and rowboats can put in at the primitive boat ramp at the eastern edge of the sandy beach just below the trailhead. Along Big River’s northern bank Big River Haul Road provides a flat, wide, scenic promenade into the hearts of nearby Jackson Demonstration State Forest and Mendocino Woodlands State Park. The trailhead is at the end of a dirt road reached by turning east (inland) off of Highway 1 just north of the Big River Bridge. For a more serious walk, start in the village, cross the beach under the bridge and continue along the shore until you come to the gate at the trailhead. Hike along the shore to find marsh and tidewater wildlife or along the miles of trails that wind back through the forest.

The Big River protects, preserves and is home to great blues herons, osprey, wild ducks, river otters and over 27 endangered wildlife and plant species. You can find the Big River State Park off Highway 1 in Mendocino, adjacent to Mendocino Headlands State Park. For more information, call (707) 937-5804. www.mendocinolandtrust.org/?Big_River www.mendowalks.org/BigRiver.php Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Mendocino ~ Albion ~ Little River

49

Discover Russian Gulch State Park

51

Encounter the Pygmy Forest

How often do you get to experience a breathtakingly sparkling, cascading 36-foot waterfall? Russian Gulch State Park offers 1,305 acres of natural beauty, and much more. Begin by taking a look at a truly unique feature of the park, the blowhole.

Northern California is famous throughout the world for towering redwoods and Douglas firs that grow to be hundreds of feet tall. There are, however, trees that cannot grow to even ten feet tall or much more than an inch thick.

To see the story of this contrast, take a trip to the Pygmy Forest, located in Van Damme State Park off Highway 1 three miles south of Mendocino.

The natural conditions of the soil are believed to be the cause of the stunted growth in these cypress and pine trees that are less than a mile away from the mighty redwoods. It’s amazing how these trees somehow grow under such adverse conditions and manage to remain alive. When some of these tiny trees have been cut down, more than 80 to 100 growth rings have been carefully counted. If you are in the area and have already been wowed by the remarkable redwood towers that soar into the heavens, you should 101 Things To Do® photo also check out the Pygmy Forest and be astonished by the adaptability and The relentless pounding of the mighty hardiness of the pygmy trees. For more informaPacific Ocean has burrowed a 200-foot tunnel tion, call (707) 937-5804. inland. Eventually, a huge section caved in, www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=433 measuring 60 feet deep by 100 feet wide, See Point Cabrillo creating a spectacular sight. At high tide, you can peer down into the plant and flower-lined Lighthouse & Preserve canyon to see the churning, bubbling sea as it Explore Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and crashes and thunders below. The park has a great beach for swimming, rock fishing, skin Preserve. The Point Cabrillo Lighthouse was diving and tide-pooling. Russian Gulch State Park first illuminated in 1909. At one point during boasts more than ten miles of trails to explore the tower’s history, the beaming light could headlands, its waterfall, steep lush canyon walls, be seen 13 to 15 miles out to sea. Today the a three-mile bike trail and plenty of horseback lighthouse has been completely restored and is riding trails. A beautiful picnic area sits atop the open to the public year-round. Tour the property cliff, overlooking a dramatic cove. The park is a and see all of the historic buildings that still popular destination for camping, with 23 sites, stand, including the keeper’s residences, coal open from April through October. The Russian buildings, carpentry shop, smithy and the oil Gulch State Park and magnificent Russian Gulch house. Learn how the lighthouse was run back Creek Canyon can be found two miles north of Mendocino on Highway 1. For more information, call (707) 937-5804. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=432

52

50

Hike, Bike or Camp at Van Damme State Park

Fantastic outdoor fun and delightful scenery await at Van Damme State Park. Hiking, camping, fishing and abalone diving are enjoyed in this awesome setting of natural wonder. The park straddles Highway 1 where Little River empties into a protected, rocky bay, popular with divers and kayakers.

The surf here is usually calm enough to allow launching boats and photo by Cyndy Phillips sea kayaks from the beach. Daytime parking and picnicking at the beach is free. Most of the park’s 2069 acres lie east of the highway, up verdant Fern Canyon. The park offers 74 beautiful and shady campsites. A paved trail follows the Little River 2 1/2 miles up the lovely canyon, connecting with a dirt path climbing to the Pygmy Forest. For the more adventuresome hiker there is an extensive system of trails that meanders throughout the park for over 10 breathtaking miles. Whether your stay is short or extended, an unforgettable adventure can always be found at Van Damme State Park, located three miles south of Mendocino on Highway 1. For more information, call (707) 937-5804. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=433 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

for the kids and whale watching tours. If lucky you will see some of the estimated 20,000 gray whales that migrate from Alaska to Mexico each winter. The Lighthouse also has a gift shop to purchase a souvenir to take home. You can find this unique piece of history midway between Mendocino and Caspar off Highway 1 on Point Cabrillo Drive at Russian Gulch. Just follow the signs from there. For more information, call (707) 937-6122. www.pointcabrillo.org

53

Climb Jughandle Ecological Staircase

54

See Caspar Headlands State Reserve

The title of “State Reserve” in California is only given to areas of land that possess the most magnificent natural features and beauty.

Caspar Headlands State Reserve truly lives up to the title that it has been given. Located about four miles north of Mendocino off Highway 1, this three-acre reserve is located directly adjacent to the town of Caspar, which sits atop one of the most strikingly beautiful Pacific coastal bluffs that you will ever see. The reserve is characterized by the dramatic rock formations and spectacular cliffs, that give it some of the most awe-inspiring views in Mendocino County. The reserve also contains some of the most impressive wildflowers in the area. Just to the north of Caspar Headlands State Reserve is the Caspar Beach and RV Campground which offers great camping for those who are interested in extending their stay in the area. In order to gain access to the reserve, you will have to obtain an entry permit from the Mendocino Sector Office. photo by Cyndy Phillips For more information, call (707) 937-5804. www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=444

It is likely that you will never experience anything like the Jughandle State Preserve Ecological Staircase.

The “staircase” is a land formation that Swim at Caspar stretches up over 1,000 acres and creates five distinct geological terraces in the process. On Headlands State Beach your hike you will start out in the inter-tidal zone One of the most dramatic coastlines in Caliand ascend through areas of prairie, redwood forest and end in the unique Pygmy fornia can be found at Caspar Headlands State Forest. The Jughandle Creek Farm Beach. Located adjacent to Caspar Headlands and Nature Center acts as a private State Reserve north of Mendocino off Highway gateway to the area and offers an 1, this beautiful stretch of coast offers miles of environmental education program undeveloped, natural beach.

Swimming, boating, fishing and various that is packed with fun and entertaining activities. The Farm offers other popular beach activities are at their best hostel-style accommodations in a at this amazing location. Enjoy incredible views 120-year-old Victorian house that of rugged cliff and coastal bluffs, and the more is often visited by artists, hikers, than two acres of headlands that offer nearly bikers, scientists, writers, college 360-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. If you students and nature lovers. An happen to be there in late winter or early spring, educational brochure is available to you might get the opportunity to see the remarkexplain the changing environments able gray whales as they migrate, splash, flop as you travel the five-mile trail up and dive into the mighty Pacific Ocean. The area the slope. Jughandle State Preserve boasts a long and storied logging history, and a Ecological Staircase is located quaint town area. The Headlands is truly one of half way between Fort Bragg and the most beautiful and awe-inspiring locations Mendocino on Highway 1. For more on the west coast and is well worth the trip. information, call the Jughandle Caspar Headlands State Beach is located two Creek Farm and Nature Center at miles north of Russian Gulch off Coast Access photo by Carol Harrison (707) 964-4630.

Road, milepost 54.71. For more information, www.jughandle.creek.org call (707) 937-5804. www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=445 in the early 1900s, what a day in the life of a www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=441 lighthouse keeper was like and the role of the lighthouse today. The Point Cabrillo Preserve has some of the most beautiful scenery on the West Coast. There are tours every Sunday at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., June through September, starting in the parking lot on Point Cabrillo Drive. While on this 1.5 mile hiking tour, you will see some of the 270 acres that are completely undeveloped, from windswept bluffs to meadows to forested areas. Deer roam by and local birds circle as you complete your trek. Harbor seals and black oystercatchers grace the rocky shorelines. There are 17 catalogued archeological sites in the preserve. On this tour you have the chance to learn about the coast’s ecology, some of the history of Mendocino and the Point Cabrillo area and even the clipper ship “Frolic” that wrecked just off shore in the 1850s.

If you’re in the area March 1st and 2nd, check out the 26th Annual Mendocino Whale Festival. During the festival the lighthouse has Caspar Headlands State Beach, photo by Cyndy Phillips events for the whole family, including games

55

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 35

Fort Bragg

photo by Gregg Gardiner

O

riginally established as a military or rent one for your own harbor adventure. Both men and women wear the cultural markoutpost to maintain order for the November through April is the time to charter ings, which are called Moko. Other tattoo MendocinoThis Indian Reservationofinyour the ad 1850s, a whale tour edition and several is a photocopy as it will appearwatching in the 2007 of area whale portraits highlight designs from Borneo, Samoa, Fort Bragg is now the largest city on the Men- tours combine fishing with watching.

Morocco and Native American tribes.

101 Things To Do MENDOCINO Visitor magazine. docino Coast.

Much of Fort Bragg’s history can be viewed Please this proof carefully us House as soon as possible Althoughcheck it’s a real workhorse town, visi- and at notify the Guest Museum, located on the A favorite attraction of Fort Bragg is the how you would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly shown. tors will find much to do in Fort Bragg. The corner of Main (Highway 1)asand Laurel streets. Skunk Train, which takes passengers on a assumes full restaurants, responsibility for accuracy information. townClient features excellent lodging, Builtand forcompleteness the Fort BraggofRedwood Company in scenic tour of the redwood forests east of Fort will not be responsible errors proof isthe notbuilding returned. retail stores,Publisher antique shops, a brewpub and the forthe 19thifCentury, later became the Bragg along the Noyo River. The Skunk Train Harborsheet on the back south end town. to this Union Lumber guest and now ISdepot Either Noyo fax this or ofreply email, anyCompany changes orhouse if PROOF OK.is at the foot of Laurel Street, on the Pleasant beaches are nearby for beach- houses artifacts, photos and exhibits from the west side of North Main. To read more about combing, picnicking and surf fishing. The town’s early days. the Skunk Train refer to page 57. se Print Name _________________________________________________________ harbor is a working port with a commercial Another unique museum is directly fishing fleet, charter boats, fish markets and across Main Street from the Guest House. The Two miles south of the center of Fort Bragg PROOF IS OK BY ______________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ processing plants, as well as several seafood Triangle Tattoo Museum features thousands of Authorized restaurants. The harbor is a haven for localSignature images of skin art, including those from several is the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. seals and sea lions. different countries as wellDate_ as different periods The gardens contain 47 acres of flowers, trees Make the corrections shown by __________________________________________________ _____________________________ Noyo Harbor is a great spot to interact withSignature in history. The museum has several color prints and shrubs, including 4,000 spring-blooming Authorized the ocean. Bring a kayak, take a guided paddle, of the Maori people, natives of New Zealand. rhododendrons, fuchsias, Japanese maples,

roses and other flowers, with winding trails throughout.

Live theater performances can be enjoyed through the Gloriana Opera Company.

Call for performance dates and times, (707) 964-7469.

Fort Bragg’s First Friday event is held on the First Friday of each month. Galleries and local shops stay open late with receptions, openings for exhibiting artists and other special events for the public.

Just north of Fort Bragg is Cleone, the gateway to MacKerricher State Park. The park has numerous campsites and day use areas including a raised wooden walkway that leads to a seal observation point overlooking a secluded cove. The walkway is wheelchair accessible.

The park also features a small lake and miles of unspoiled coastline.

www.shorelinevacations.com We enjoy showing and sharing the beauty of the Mendocino Coast.

Come share your fun days with us!

Accommodations Featuring: • Indoor Pool & Spa • In-Room Coffee, Refrigerator & FREE WiFi • Getaway Packages & Web Specials at www.seabirdlodge.com

Vacation Homes & Cottages on California’s Mendocino Coast!

Truly unique and romantic oceanfront vacation homes, cottages and lodging accommodations overlooking the spectacular Pacific Ocean on the North Coast of California.

191 South Street, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (707) 964-4731 or (800) 345-0022 www.seabirdlodge.com www.americasbestvalueinn.com 36 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

Regional Visitor Publications • P.O. Box 1374 • Eureka, CA 95502 • 707-443-4887 FAX 707-443-1234 • info@visitormags.com • www.101things.com

Go to our website for information on last minute deals • groceries to your home winter specials • pet-friendly accommodations

1-888-942-8284 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Fort Bragg Dining Guide Area Code is (707) unless otherwise noted.

Sandwiches

Chapter & Moon 32150 N. Harbor Dr. 962-1643 Rendezvous 647 N. Main St. 964-8142

Jenny’s Giant Burger 940 N. Main St. 964-2235 Subway 141 B Boatyard Drive 964-2882

Breakfast & More

Oriental & Sushi

International & Other

Lee’s Chinese Restaurant 154 East Redwood Ave. • 964-6843

Denny’s 901 N. Main St. • 964-8287

Taka’s Grill 250-A N. Main St. • 964-5204

Eggheads Restaurant 326 N. Main St. • 964-5005

GGS Thai Cafe Chestnut & Main St. • 964-7931

Headlands Coffeehouse 120 Laurel St. • 964-1987

Homestyle Café Off the Hook Sushi This is a photocopy of your ad as it will appear 2007 of 790 in S. the Main St. •edition 964-6106 118 Redwood Ave. • 964-3188 101 Things To Do MENDOCINO Visitor magazine.

Asian Buffet Please check this proof carefully and notify us as soon as possible 450 S. Franklin St. • 964-8938

Italian / Pizza

Cafe Vienna, 120 S. Main St. • 964-8674 R D’Aurelio’s, 438 S. Franklin St. • 964-4227 how you would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown.

Client assumes full responsibility for accuracy and completeness of information.

Pizza Factory, 111 Boatyard St. • 961-0580 Publisher will not be responsible for errors if proof is not returned.

Mexican This is a PDF copy of your ad as it might appear in the 2008 edition of Piaci Pub & Pizzeria, 120 W. Redwood Ave • 961-1133 101 Things To Do in MENDOCINO magazine .

Either fax this sheet back or reply to this email, any changes Los Gallitos Restaurant Restaurant El Mexicanoor if PROOF Round Table Pizza , 800 South Main Street • 964-4987 Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to S. proceed.

130 Main St. • 964-4519 701 N. Harbor Dr. • 964-7164 Bernillo’s Pizzaria & Subs, 220AEast • 964-9314 replyRedwood is needed Ave. in order to move forward.Please The client assumes full responsibility ads@101things.comThe Purple Rose Print Name _________________________________________________________ LaPlaya Restaurant andSt. completeness V’Canto Italian Dinner House, for 124accuracy E. Laurel • 964-6844of information in the ad. The publisher will not be 16801 Ocean Dr. Fx: • 964-4074 (707) 443-5309 24300 N. Hwy 1 • 964-6507 responsible for any errors if proof is not returned.

P PROOF IS OK BY ___________________________________________________________ Authorized Either fax this Seafood sheet back or reply to this email any changes or sign if the PROOF IS O.K.Signature & More

P

American Make the corrections shown by __________________________________________________

Cap’n Flints Restaurant, 32250 N Harbor Dr. • 964-9447 Authorized Signature P PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Dateand ______________________________ TW’s Grill Bar Mendo Bistro Cliff House Restaurant, 1011 S. Main St. • 961-0255 400 So. Main St. 301 N. Main St. Sharon’s by the Sea, 32096 N. Harbor Drive • 962-0680 964-4761 964-4974 P Make these corrections ____________________________________________________ Date_ _____________________________ Silver’s at the Wharf, 32260 N. Harbor Dr. • 964-4283 Nit’s Cafe North Coast Brewing 444 N. Main St. 322 N. Main St. The Fish House, 1064 S. Main St. • 964-7075 964-3400 964-7187 Home Style Cafe JD’s Flying Pig Organic / Vegetarian 790 S. Main St. 18770 Hwy 1 964-6106 964-6888 Cafe 1

753 N. Main St. • 964-3309 Living Light Cafe 301 B N. Main St. • 964-2420 s a photocopy of your ad as it will appear in the 2006 edition of 101 Things ToDelis Do Humboldt Visitor magazine. and Desserts

Cirino’s Sandwich Shop

P iz z a s, d w ic h e s 250-B N. Main St. • 962-9271 o t S u b S ayn th e S li c e !

H eet back orDavid’s replyDeli to this email, any changes or if PROOF & P iz z aISBOK.

• Dough made daily!

450 S. Franklin St. • 964-1946 • Fresh ingredients!

Dolphin Isle Marina Deli 220 E. Redwood Ave. 32399 Basin St • 964-4113 ____________________________________________________ Date in______________________________ Fort Bragg Laurel Deli & Desserts Authorized Signature 964-9314 401 N. Main St. • 964-7812 y __________________________________________________ Date_ Open:_____________________________ Tues-Sat 11am-9pm Mendocino Chocolate Co. Authorized Signature Call in your order to go!

542 Main St. • 964-8800 No credit cards accepted .

Mendocino Cookie Co. 303 N. Main St. • 964-0282

_______________________________________________

DOWN HOME

FOODS

Great Sandwiches Espresso - Carrot Juice Plus Vitamins, Herbs, Juice Bar, Homeopathic Remedies, Enzymatic Therapy Products, Picnic Supplies & a whole lot more!

Open 9:15 am-5:30 pm Mon.-Fri. 10 am-5:30 pm Saturday

115 South Franklin, Fort Bragg, CA (707) 964-4661

TAKA’S

• Cafe menu • Art gallery • Bulk coffee • T-shirts, masks, & other gifts

250 N. Main Street

Date_ ___________________________

Old Coast Bar & Grill 101 N. Franklin St. 961-4488 Perko’s 898 South Main St. 964-6420 The Restaurant 418 N. Main St. 964-9800

• Free Wireless Internet • Espresso & fresh juices • Belgian waffles & pastries • Grilled Italian foccacia sandwiches

SUN-THURS 7AM-10PM • FRI & SAT 7AM-11PM

120 E. Laurel Street, Fort Bragg • (707) 964-1987 www.headlandscoffeehouse.com

i’s

r Ter

Japanese Grill & Sushi

Open 7 Days a Week Lunch from 11:30 a.m.

Dinner from 5:00 p.m.

Take-Out Orders

Date ____________________________

Live Entertainment Every Evening

eck this proof carefully and notify us as soon as possible

u would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown.

131 East Laurel St. • 964-5493 mes full responsibility for accuracy and completeness of information. sed Handmade IceifCream isher will notCowlick’s be responsible for errors proof is not returned. H a n d - To s

IS OK.

Pool Tables Dart Supplies Video Games T-Shirts Darts Sweats and More!

ATM on Premise

Regional Visitor Publications • P.O. Box 1374 • Eureka, CA 95502 Street • 707-443-4887 321 N. Franklin FAX 707-443-1234 • info@visitormags.com • www.101things.com

FORT BRAGG 707-964-5204

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

101 Things To Do • P.O. Box 1374 • Eureka, CA 95502 • Ph: (707) 443-1234 or 443-4887 Fax: (707) 443-5309 • ads@101things.com • www.101things.com

Fort Bragg

707-964-5448 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 37

MACKERRICHER STATE PARK

8

GLA SS

STREET

14

AVENUE

ST WILLOW AVENUE

OAK

STREET

19

Guest House 15 Skunk Museum Train Depot

23 21

BEACH DR

Glass Beach

MAP KEY

Walking Distance to Downtown

Indoor Heated Pool & Hot Tub

Just minutes from the Guest House Museum, California Western Railroads’ Skunk Train restored rail car, Glass Beach, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Noyo Harbor, offering kayaking and fishing and whale watching charters.

• Restaurant, Cocktail Lounge • Fitness Center • Free Coffee • Free Full Breakfast • Guest Use Copy & Fax • Guest Laundry

• Pet-friendly Hotel • Cable/Satellite TV • Free Local Calls • Free Wireless High Speed Internet • Banquet/Meeting Rooms

800-524-2244 • 707-964-4761 400 S. Main Street • Fort Bragg www.fortbragg.org COMING TO THE OCEAN...

1 Pacific Star Winery 2 Ricochet Ridge Riding Stables 3 Garden Art & Gifts 4 Ocean View Lodge 5 Beachcomber Motel 6 Best Western Vista Manor Lodge 7 Beach House Inn 8 Makela’s Work & Western Wear 9 Travelodge Mariah Inn 10 Glass Beach Bed & Breakfast 11 The Company Store

-Bamboo Garden Spa

-Living Light Cafe

-Mendocino Coast Photographer Guild Gallery

-Mendocino Cookie Co.

-Vicki Rae Salon

12 Weller House 13 PAWS Pet Supplies 14 Pacific Star Tasting Room 15 Skunk Train (Sierra Railroad Co.) 16 Headlands Coffee 17 Triangle Tattoo & Museum 18 Terri’s Tip Top Lounge 19 Mendocino Coast Chamber 20 Bernillo’s Pizza 21 Taka’s Japanese Grill & Sushi 22 Down Home Foods 23 Mendocino Chocolate Co. 24 Quality Inn Suites 25 Seabird Lodge 26 Harbor Lite Lodge

Fort Bragg On The Mendocino Coast

Hot Tub Suites • Panorama Ocean Views Kitchens • Fireplaces • Barbeques • Viewing Decks

...STAY TO THE OCEAN ...

Room (spacious)...View (awesome)...ON TEN MILE OCEAN TRAIL (secluded beaches, tidepools, spouting whales, etc.) www.oceanviewlodging.com ~ 707-964-1951 ~ 800-643-5482 38 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

on the beach

motel

PARK

CORRY

18 20 STREET 22 17 of 16 Chamber Commerce 13 MAIN STREET

12

AZALEA

EDDY

HALSEY WAY AVENUE ALDER

REDWOOD

LAUREL ST

HARRISON ST

10 11

WEST

WHIPPLE

MCPHERSON City Hall FRANKLIN

STEWART ST

AVENUE

PINE AVE

AVENUE FIR

STREET

WINFRED

9

BUSH

7

STREET

6 4 5

SPRUCE

1

To Pacific Star Winery

ELM STRE ET

1

3

STREET

Trail

Tradewinds

WAY PERKINS

To Cleone, Westport

Quality Inn & Suites

dd

41 To Westport Beach Lodge & Restaurant 2 To Ricochet Ridge Riding Stables

BRANDON

g in

HAROLD

MADRONE

ROAD CREEK PUDDING

Some Rooms with Fireplaces, VCRs

FLORENCE LINCOLN

LINCOLN

MORROW STREET

k

ee

Cr

WALL

800 400-SURF • 707 964-2402 7 8 7 3

www.thebeachcombermotel.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

24

AVENUE

d

Refrigerators • 25” TV, Free HBO • Wireless Internet • Pet Friendly

WAY

OAK TERRACE

MAPLE

oa ALGER STREET

Pu

TAUBOLD COURT

ilr

OTIS R. JOHNSON PARK

DANA

JEWETT STREET

SANDERSON NANCY WAY

Ocean & Estuary Views • Private Balconies • Large Soaking Tubs

100 Pudding Creek Rd., Fort Bragg • (888) 559-9992 • (707) 961-1700 www.beachinn.com • email: beachinn@mcn.org

FORT BRAGG SHERWOOD ROAD

Ra

CEDAR STREET

nk

RASMUSSEN LANE

NESS AVENUE

Sku

BEACH HOUSE INN

FORT BRAGG

River

WOODLAND DRIVE

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN • MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

BA S

Mendocino

A DEL NOYO DR CAS R. RD O B H HARBO R DR RT

S. HAR

29

VIEW

1

Boatyard Shopping Center

OCEAN

BOAT YARD DR

HARBOR AVE

a s t a l Tr a i l

FORT BRAGG

R

or

Noyo

26

BOR D

33

Ha rb

R HA

MYR TL STRE E ET

D ST

27 28

31

32

35 36

34

37

Co

OCEAN VIEW DR

DEL MAR DR

Noyo Bay CLIFF WAY

27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39

1211 S. Main St. Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Boat Launch

LWOO

DWA RD STRE ET

N.

25

H

Courthouse

• 18 Hole Mini Golf • Arcade • Food Court • Gift Shop • Private Party Room • Full Party Service

www.emeralddolphin.com HAZE

NO

WOO

Police Dept.

$2 OFF Mini Golf

(866) 964-6699

STRE ET

RIVER

SOU T

AVENUE CYPRESS

AVENUE

Mooring Basin

Coast Hospital DRIVE

WALNUT

AVENUE CHESTNUT

AVENUE

DU BOIS LANE

for Noyo Harbor Merchants: see detailed map on page 41

S T EE

AY

RIVER RD

STREET

Noyo Harbor

TR

KEMPPE W

SPRING

GROVE STREET

Boat Launch

20

IN

OLSON LANE

FRANKLIN ST

PHI N DOL

To Willits

E

STREET AVENUE

Boat Launch DRIVE

AVENUE

RIVERVIEW

MINNESOTA

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

• Romantic New Inn • Magnificent Ocean Bluff • Access & Walking Trail • Some Ocean Views, Jacuzzi & Fireplaces • Continental Breakfast • Pet Rooms Available • High Speed Internet • Unique Vacation Packages

DRIV

PENITITENI WAY

STREET

HAZEL

Sun-Thurs; Some Restrictions Apply

yo No

EBBING WAY

STREET

3rd Night Free

30

College of the Redwoods Mendo.

Coast Center

To Caspar, Mendocino

38

39

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

40

Pacific Ocean

North Cliff Hotel Cliff House Restaurant

• • • • • • • •

Amenities Include:

Free Wireless Internet Copy Service, Fax Free Local Calls In-room Coffee Makers Cable/ HBO Television Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar Exercise Gym Heated Indoor Pool & Spa

(707) 964-1100 www.hiexpress.com/ftbragg.ca

250 Highway 20 Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Emerald Dolphin Inn / Mini Golf College of the Redwoods

Pine Beach Inn

Surf Motel & Gardens Ocean View RV Service Holiday Inn Express-Fort Bragg

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Sub-Surface Progression Pomo RV Park & Campground Dirt Cheap Landscape Supplies Woodside RV Park Shoreline Vacation Rentals, Inc. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

For all your gardening needs!

Compost year-round · Certified Organic soils Indoor gardening equipment and supplies Earth-friendly gifts · Japanese hand tools Garden books · And more!

www.pinebeachinn.com pinebeachinn@hotmail.com

40 Pine Beach Inn 41 Westport Beach Lodge & Restaurant (left side of map)

17975 North Highway 1, Fort Bragg

707 964-4211

16801 N. Highway 1 • Fort Bragg

1-888-987-8388

OPEN DAILY

Private Beach Park-Like 11-acre Setting Tennis Courts Ocean View Rooms Deluxe Suites Wi-Fi in Office Jacuzzi Rooms Available Viraporn’s Thi Cafe Located 1 Mile South of Botanical Gardens Between Fort Bragg & Mendocino Village

6ISTA -ANOR ,ODGE • • • • •

Beach Access Indoor Heated Pool Rooms with Ocean Views Beautiful Landscaping Continental Breakfast

• • • • •

Suites with Fireplaces Large, Comfortable Lobby Two Cottages with Kitchens Color Cable TV Restaurants Nearby

In close proximity to the Skunk Train, Botanical Gardens, Noyo Harbor, State Parks and across from Ten Mile Haul Road to Beach

1100 North Main St. • Fort Bragg, CA 95437 707-964-4776 • 1-800-821-9498 www.bestwestern.com/prop_05201 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 39

Noyo Harbor

photo by Gregg Gardiner

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I must go down to the sea again, to the lonely sea and sky, and all I ask is a tall ship and stars to steer her by.â&#x20AC;?

P photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com

photo by Gregg Gardiner

Noyo Harbor is rich in history. A statue was dedicated by the Noyo Women for Fisheries in 1983 to the memory of fishermen lost at sea.

inscription on statue, upper right photo

icture breathtaking ocean views, whales surfacing in the distanceâ&#x20AC;Ś Picture sailing off into the sunset with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, at the end of the movie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over Boardâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;Ś Picture Noyo Harborâ&#x20AC;Ś One of the West Coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most scenic

Featuring Fresh Seafood, Steaks and Seasonal Creations

harbors, Noyo Harbor is the perfect place to start your day of adventure on land or on the high seas. The harbor is located at the mouth of the Noyo River and skirts the southern end of the small port community, Fort Bragg.

Here the towering Redwoods sprawl to edge of the continent stopping just soon enough to

keep from spilling into the powerful PaciďŹ c Ocean.

In the late 1850s the U.S. Army set up camp at Fort Bragg to oversee an Indian Reservation that was created in the region. It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for settlers to recognize the potential for logging in the Noyo River Basin. A continued on page 42

Noyo Harbor House

Experience the Noyo

Available for Banquets and Parties Open Daily Lunch 11 am Dinner 4:30 pm Reservations 707.964.4283

H^akZgĂ&#x2030;h Vi I]Z L]Vg[

RESTAURANT LOUNGE & LODGING

Economy and Waterfront Rooms | Reservations 707.927.1970 Comfortable Sports and Cocktail Lounge | www.silversatthewharf.com

FORT BRAGG MARINE â&#x20AC;˘ Kayak and Dive Package Rentals â&#x20AC;˘

Harbor View â&#x20AC;˘ Pet Friendly Satellite TV/ DVD â&#x20AC;˘ Vacation Rental Fully Equipped Kitchen

707-961-1514

on the Noyo River or for other locations

â&#x20AC;˘ Salmon and Bottom Fishing Gear â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ Wetsuit Sales â&#x20AC;˘ Snacks â&#x20AC;˘ Drinks â&#x20AC;˘

everything needed for your kayaking or diving experience beginners and experienced alike

551 CASA DEL NOYO DR. FORT BRAGG

www.NoyoHarborHouse.com

707-964-3310

32310 N. Harbor Dr. â&#x20AC;˘ Fort Bragg just before Silverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at the Wharf on the left Open Daily 8:30am-5pm

0ICTURE 9OURSELF (ERE Large Deluxe Ocean View Rooms â&#x20AC;˘ In-Room Hot Tubs Fireplaces â&#x20AC;˘ Bedside Continental Breakfast â&#x20AC;˘ Free WiFi 40 Mendocino County â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

Ri ver

1

PHI N DOL

IN

Boat Launch

E

BA S

DRIV

Noyo Harbor

S

TR

T EE

Mooring Basin

NOYO HARBOR NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

photo by Brad Caylor

Noyo harbor is home to abundant wildlife, extraordinary fishing, whale watching opportunities and is a must-experience destination for outdoor recreation.

Boat Launch

LWOO

Co

a

R.

13 14

l Trail a t s

7

6

5

S. HAR

rbo Ha

R

HARBOR AVE DEL MAR DR

1 Dolphin Deli, Marina & RV Park

7 Carine’s Italian Seafoods

2 Noyo Harbor House

8 All Aboard Adventures

3 The Lodge at Noyo River

9 Restaurant El Mexicano

Noyo Noyo Fishing Center - Mendocino CoastBay Tackle & Sport

10 Kayak Rental & Ft. Bragg Marine

- Wildlife Workshop

12 Cap’n Flints

- North Coast Fishing Adventures

5 Noyo Fishing Center Whale Watching

13 Chapter & Moon CLIFF WAY 14 Sharon’s by the Sea

6 Noyo Fishing Center Fish Market

15 Harbor Lite Lodge

- The Fish Peddler

11 Silver’s at the Wharf

Boatyard Shopping Center

VIEW

1

MAP KEY

4

BOR D

BOAT YARD DR

Noyo

15

9 12 11 10 8

2 3 4

r

RB

RD

HA

MY TL STRR EETE

HARBOR RTH DR NO

N.

SOU T

H

O

STRE ET

D ST

OCEAN

HAZE

OCEAN VIEW DR

yo

Boat Launch

Restaurant, Lounge & Lodging

PHOTO BY BRAD CAYLOR

Boats / Charters

• Whale Watching • Sport Fishing • Cruising College of the • USCG Certified Vessels Redwoods Mendo.

• Fast, Modern & Clean Coast Center • Lost Coast Trips W i l d l i fe Wo r k s h o p and Galler y Fish Reproductions, Wildlife Art (707) 964-6598

The Shop

• Nautical Boutique & Gifts • Kayak Rentals • Fishing License Agent • Tackle & Bait • Supplies • Diving Accessories B u y To d a y ’s Fre s h Fi s h / C ra b right from The Fish Peddler (707) 972-4781

in Noyo Harbor, Fort Bragg 707 964-3000 • www.fortbraggfishing.com

.ORTH #LIFF (OTEL #LIFF (OUSE 2ESTAURANT Pacific Ocean 1005 South Main St, Fort Bragg www.fortbragg.org Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

< www.101things.com • Mendocino County 41

Noyo Harbor, Fort Bragg continued from page 40 large mill was constructed and redwood trees were floated down the river, milled, and sent into the harbor for loading. The Noyo River and Harbor have been providing fish to residents of the area for as long as humans have resided here. In the 1920s motorized trolling boats were introduced and the harbor became a Mecca for salmon harvesting. During this era millions of pounds of salmon were brought to market in Fort Bragg. Today salmon fishing has decreased, due to conservation and controlled fishing regulations, but Noyo Harbor remains a world-class commercial and sport-fishing destination.

Why look at a parking lot when you can be looking at a river?

Patio Dining on the Noyo River Wi Fi H o t s p o t Breakfast Sandwiches • Burgers Soups • Salads • Beer • Wine PLUS: Boat Slips • RV Spaces Fuel Dock • Bait Tackle Propane • Ice Vacation Rental FORT BRAGG Hwy 20 to South Harbor Drive Turn right on Basin Street

707-964-4113

Breath-taking views and small town hospitality make Noyo Harbor a great place to meet the ocean from the land. The harbor is home to abundant wildlife, extraordinary fishing and whale watching opportunities, world class lodging and dining, and is a must-experience destination for outdoor recreation.

Communing with nature is a way of life in Noyo Harbor.

Harbor seals, sea lions and even river otters bask in the sun, play, and poke their smooth looking heads out of the water, all around the bay. Waterfowl, including osprey, cormorants, pelicans and gulls, patrol the waters looking for their photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com next edible opportunity.

Nature lovers have plenty Included in the wide variety of wildlife in Noyo Harbor are to marvel at, with the Harbor seals, sea lions and river otters. wide variety of wildlife that makes the harbor home.

Annually over 20,000 photo by Ron LeValley, www.levalleyphoto.com California Gray Whales travel south along the coast from Alaska, don’t forget your camera. A local professional still like to get out into the ocean, take a to winter in their breeding grounds in Baja guide can educate guests about the habits and walk down the Noyo Jetty—no fishing license Mexico. In the spring they return north to history of these awe-inspiring creatures, while is required to fish from the jetty.

Touch, taste and smell the harbor at water begin the cycle again. Often you can see these maximizing the chances of seeing the most graceful giants from the shore, but chartering whales, even on a short visit. During the whale level from a kayak. Visitors can bring their a boat from the harbor is an excellent way to migrations many fishing charters offer fishing own kayak, rent them in the area, or employ a local outfitter for a guided tour. Kayaking meet them on their terms, in their world—so trips combined with whale-watching tours.

In March help celebrate the migration, in the harbor can be a great experience for during the Annual Fort Bragg Whale Festival. the beginner, the expert or any skill-level in Dining on the Water The event is an experience the whole family between. When the tide is right the beginner can enjoy. Take part in guided whale-watching can paddle up the Noyo River and out into walking tours, sample and choose your favorite the ocean, taking in the views. For the more cean view dining clam chowder. Adults can sample good beer experienced, or if kayaking with a guide, the with the freshest Seafood, plus creative and great BBQ at the Micro Brew and Barbeque harbor has spectacular sea caves to explore, tasting, a free trolley runs between the festi- abalone diving and even fishing from kayak.

Salads, tender val grounds and the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse, Whether sight seeing, sport kayaking or even Chicken, hand� and much more. fishing, kayaking on the Noyo Harbor is a positrimmed Steaks The harbor offers excellent sport-fishing tive and health way to spend a day, and a fun al dente Pasta & opportunities for the average fisherperson. A way to connect with family and friends.

Enjoy the ocean view, taste the catch of Vegetarian dishes too... local guide can draw from firsthand experiall with Sharon's Southern Italian flair! ence on this water, supply the proper gear, the day and sip a local Mendocino wine. The and show you how to catch that monster fish. harbor has a variety of dining options to choose See the menus at sharonsbythesea.com Charters are available from the harbor and can from, the food is fresh and the atmosphere accommodate almost any ocean fishing need. and view are free.

The harbor and surrounding coastal areas are Several lodging options are on the harbor, teaming with fish including rockfish, lingcod, choose from ocean view rental homes or get halibut, tuna, and is one of the best places on the personal touch at a nearby bed and breakthe West Coast to catch Chinook Salmon. But fast. Whatever your plans or price range, there there are many fish in the sea, so who knows is a chance for almost anyone to wake to an what may be found at the end of the line. ocean view or watch the sun set before the Call for reservations and ZAGAT If the land is what you love, yet you would lights go out on another harbor day. information: 707-962-0680 RATED

O

Open daily: Lunch ��:�� � �� Dinner starting at �

HARBOR LITE LODGE

All Aboard Adventures with Captain Tim on the Sea Hawk

We do all we can to insure a FUN ADVENTURE for all!

Overlooking Noyo Fishing Village in Fort Bragg Private Balconies in Every Room Trail to Beach, Restaurants, Sport Fishing, Shops 800~643~2700 • 120 N Harbor Drive • www.harborlitelodge.com

A F O RT B R A G G T R A D I T I O N . . . C O M E S E E W H Y 42 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

• Deep Sea Fishing • Crabbing • Whale Watching • Cruise the Harbor • Military Discounts • Excellent Customer Service

Noyo Harbor in Fort Bragg

Reservations: (707) 964-1881 • www.allaboardadventures.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

The Company Store

Corner of Main and Redwood in Fort Bragg, on the Beautiful Mendocino Coast Mendocino Coast Photographer Guild and Gallery

Living Light Café & Cuisine To-Go 800.816.2319 • 707.964.2420 www.RawfoodChef.com Open Daily 7am to 7pm Making Healthy Living Delicious!

707.964.4706

www.mcpgg.com

Thursday-Sunday, Noon to 6pm Monday, 10am to 4pm and by appointment

photo by Sam Young

Visit Living Light’s fresh, organic café for a delectable selection of gourmet raw and cooked vegan food, including fabulous smoothies, healthful juices, salads, soups, sandwiches, elegant entrees, divine desserts, and made-toorder specialties! Healthy choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Grab and go, or café seating available. Café menu now online! Learn to lighten up in your own kitchen, or become a certified raw food chef at Living Light Culinary Arts Institute, the world’s premier professional teaching facility for raw chefs. Elegant Living Light Marketplace offers sustainable gifts for chefs, kitchen equipment, books, DVDs, and outstanding culinary products. Vibrant Living Expo and Culinary Showcase every August!

Living Light Marketplace

The Historic Union Lumber Company Store has been a center for commerce in Fort Bragg for over 120 years. In 1887 the Company Store was built in its current location and has survived fires, earthquakes and re-openings, and stands today as a testament to the history and tradition of the North California Coast. In the late 1990s the store lay fallow for several years until 1998 when two visionary entrepreneurs, along with the support of local business owners, restored the site to its rightful place in history.

The Company Store was constructed of clear, old-growth redwood that is set off by new and progressive businesses. Come revel in the history and enjoy a modern shopping experience today.

Vicki Rae Salon 707.964.7385 Hours: 11am to perfection European flair has come to Fort Bragg, and the Company Store. In November of 2007, Vicki Rae remodeled and opened her salon to offer Italian hair color and cutting.

Framesi products from Milan, Italy are featured along with Grund and Pureology. Relax in a casual yet professional atmosphere, enjoy a manicure, pedicure, or define your personal style by a certified piercer. Wedding and special occasion make-overs. Walk-ins welcome. photo by Gregg Gardiner

Mendocino Cookie Company 707.964.0282 or 888.937.4842 www.mendocinocookies.com

www.wagnerphotoart.com

301 North Main St Please sign and fax, mail or reply to this email, any changes or if the PROOF IS O.K. Fort Bragg, CA 95437 The publisher will not be responsible for any errors if proof707-964-4706 is not returned.

Bamboo Garden Spa 707.962.9396 www.bamboogardenspa.com

Open 7 days a week. Renew, replenish, and relax at Fort PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Bragg’s premier 5 Star Spa on the Mendocino Coast. Bamboo Garden Spa offers an array of indulgent treatments including massages, facials, body treatments, saunas and soak Make these correctionstubs. ____________________________________________________ Incorporating Asian philosophy and ingredients into every detail of the spa, they use only the highest quality oils and products. Therapists are provided specialized training to ensure quality and consistency.

P

MENDOCINO COOKIE COMPANY

vickie rae

WWW.MENDOCINOCOOKIES.COM

888-937-4842

301 N. MAIN ST. • FORT BRAGG Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

®

P

www.mcpgg.com

Date ______________________________ Larry R Wagner Date_ _____________________________

photo courtesy of Bamboo Garden Spa

we find your style

baked daily, the old-fashioned way, using the finest ingredients

Devoted to inspiring photographic excellence on California’s North Coast, the Mendocino Coast Photographer Guild and Gallery is an inspirational must-see when visiting Fort Bragg. Five photographers share this dedication and opened the gallery featuring prints and cards of images ranging from dramatic scenic shots and wildlife photos, to composite art photography and human interest pictures. Photography workshops and classes are offered. The gallery changes images the first Friday of every month.

Open 7 days a week. The Mendocino Cookie Company has been a favorite of locals and visitors to the coast since 1984. Each morning more than a dozen varieties of gourmet cookies are made from scratch and offered for sale in the Mendocino Cookie Company Espresso This is a PDF copy of your ad for the 2008 edition of Café. Along with cookies, the Café serves organic espresso and coffee beverages, muffins, scones, 101 pastry, Things To Do® in MENDOCINO magazine. and biscotti all baked fresh on thePlease premises.

Take check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. home a tub of your favorite doughAorreply haveiscookies ads@101things.com needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility shipped anywhere in the U.S. The Mendocino Cookie for accuracy and completeness ofphoto information in the ad.

Fx: (707) 443-5309

by Larry Wagner Company is open daily and offers free wireless internet access.

In the Company Store

A Sustainable Lifestyle Boutique Blenders, Juicers & Dehydrators Sprouters, Water Filters Organic Specialty Foods Professional Knives Bamboo Ware, Recycled Glass Books, DVDs, Videos 707-964-2420 RawFoodChef.com

family owned since 1984

photo by Ron LeValley, www.levalleyphoto.com

SALON Italian style color & cutting ~ enhance ~ transform 303 North Main St. Fort Bragg 707 964 7385

framesi products

7VbWdd H E <VgYZc 6

Open seven days a week call

Dr. Bill Rohr

Massage Facials Soak Tubs Saunas Body Scrubs & Body Masks

,%, .+'".(.+ for appointments

w w w. b a m b o o g a r d e n s p a . c o m

Ron LeValley

Patrick Davis Your source for fine art photography as a collector or a photographer.

A wide array of images and classes available.

John Birchard

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 43

L

Fort Bragg

56

Fort Bragg Picnic & Taste Wine on the Pacific Star Fault

The Pacific Star Winery is a great place to take in the ocean and enjoy traditional and unusual Mendocino County wines. The building actually sits atop an active fault line, “ Pacific Star Fault,” which was named in honor of the winery upon its discovery in 2006. The fault’s activity over eons and the pounding waves of the Pacific have chiseled this dramatic shoreline.

The cellar and tasting room sit over sea caves

land, view and the wine. In the spring and fall, this is a great place to see California Gray whales pass by on their migration route. Even if you’re not a wine enthusiast, the winery welcomes you to share in the experience. The owners and staff of this truly impressive stretch of the Mendocino Coast believe that this precious land should be shared with all.

The winery has tasting daily—excluding major holidays—in two tasting rooms open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. At the winery & picnic area, located approximately 12 miles north of Fort Bragg at the 73.58 mile post on scenic Hwy 1; and in the satellite tasting room at 401 N. Main St. in Fort Bragg, at the Depot Mall (707) 962-9463. The winery has a comprehensive website where visitors can view photos of the winery and its beautiful location, learn more about its unique wine making processes, event planning, join their Wine Club and purchase wine. For more information call (707) 964-1155 or email: pacstar@mcn.org. www.pacificstarwinery.com

57 photo courtesy of Pacific Star Winery

where the crashing waves below help to naturally filter the aging wine from its sentiment. Because of its proximity to the ocean, salt from sea air gathers on the oak barrels and accelerates osmosis, creating uniquely viscous and dense wines. Bring a lunch and picnic on the edge, as the waves crash and break on the rocks below.

Guests are invited to experience the spectacular

At first glance you may think this beach is covered with glass that has gathered there for eons. Not true. Beginning in 1949, what is now known as Glass Beach in Fort Bragg was a public dump, where for years, people would bring their household trash and even old cars. Finally in 1967 the beach was cleaned up.

However, not all of it could be cleared away and the beautiful multicolored pieces of glass keep washing up.

Glass Beach In e h

n

T

Walk on Glass Beach

101 Things To Do® photo

Bed & Breakfast Elegance, Relaxation and the Comforts of Home Convenient Location

707-964-6774

726 N. Main Fort Bragg GlassBeachInn.com

Today you will find a beach of polished glass that is very safe to walk on. All along the shore there are different shapes, sizes and colors of glass glistening on the sand, hence the name Glass Beach. This is a fantastic place to bring the family to wander. There are also plenty of tide pools to wade through and see crabs, mollusks and aquatic plants. However, collecting glass on the beach is prohibited since California State Parks took possession several years ago, so please leave these treasures for the next visitors. You can find the beach at the end of Elm Street. Warning: the path from the road down to the beach is somewhat treacherous, so curious visitors should be sure to wear shoes with good tread. It is not uncommon for unprepared visitors to injure themselves on the way down.

When in the area check into the Glass Beach Inn. This cozy Bed & Breakfast has nine rooms to choose from. The Glass Beach Inn is a family run establishment that will welcome you with a smile and send you off in the morning with a delicious breakfast. www.glassbeachinn.com www.fortbragg.com/glass_beach

58

Jog, Walk, & Bike Old Haul Road (Ten Mile Trail)

The Old Haul Road got its name from the logs that used to be hauled along it to the mill. It is also know as the Ten Mile Coastal Trail, but not

during the open season from April to June and August to November, recreational divers from novice to expert swarm the area for their fill of the legendary Red Abalone. After a full day of braving frigid waters, entangling kelp forests and murky waters, free-diving abalone divers will tell you there is nothing that beats the rush of coming back to shore laden with the fortune of a delectable abalone foot and its ornamental, iridescent shell. For area gear suppliers, Fish and Game regulations, tips on local hot spots for your personal treasure hunt, or to arrange a licensed abalone guide, call Charles at the Beach House Inn at (888) 559-9992. www.beachinn.com

60

Bird Watch and Kayak at Pudding Creek Estuary

Meandering through towering redwoods, swaying cattails and sleepy meadows, the Pudding Creek Estuary beckons the weary traveler. After a short hike from the parking lot, slip your kayak into the soothing river. After paddling through one half mile of shallow water in prime bird watching country, you’ll need to port your kayak across a small dam.

From there, enjoy miles of peaceful paddling where turtles, photo by John Birchard, www.birchardphoto.com deer, occasional river otters and over 240 species of birds lend because of its length—it is actually only seven their unique instruments to this symphony. For miles long. It got its name because at the end a more action-packed paddle, come during the of the trail you will find the Ten Mile River. The Pacific Coho Salmon run from late November to trail is a paved walkway that is great for after- February when spawning salmon can be seen noon strolls or bike rides with your family. The path follows the coast of the Pacific Ocean, passing by dunes and around the rim of cliffs. Bring a picnic lunch and a camera along as you explore. You can find the Old Haul Road on the north end of Fort Bragg.

For more information, call the Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce at (707) 961-6300. www.mendocino.com/?id=661

59

Hunt for Abalone in Coastal Waters

Every year after a sleepy winter, the northern coast of California awakens with a surge of humans piling into their cars in the early morning chill. The treasure hunt for those bottom anchoring delicacies—abalone or sea snails—has begun.

For over five decades, Northern California has allowed only recreational abalone harvesting.

This non-commercial regulation combined with the abalone’s preferred habitat of rocky shores and strong currents, makes Northern California the home of one of the densest populations of abalone in the world. It’s no wonder that

photo by Scott Alexander

launching themselves upstream. If you’re lucky, you might even catch the Campbell Timberland Management Fisheries Program catching and tagging the salmon on their annual Coho study.

The best spots to enter the estuary by kayak are at the parking lot next to the old wooden trestle (1/4 mile North of Glass Beach) or from a path leading out from the Beach House Inn on Highway 1. For more information or to obtain a bird watching checklist, call the Beach House Inn at (888) 559-9992. www.beachinn.com/estuary

Rentals & Sales

Sub-Surface PROGRESSION abdive.com

Complete Dive Center and Surf Shop on the Mendocino Coast e

t

n me

uip

q

E ing

lon

iv eD

a Ab

ng

i Div

L

a oc

A

Re

ls nta

ds

eB

r oa

es

nt

e ipm

s r i d ea ice qu ag og n E G r k o a P c d ng e ,B Pa les ate m ivi i e a d itiv t D k S t p e S l e A U k UB w rf, ya mp mp SC Ka Su Co Ne Co

s&

n tio

ic dv

44 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

18600 N Hwy 1 Fort Bragg (707) 964-3793 Open 7 days a week Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Fort Bragg

61

Play a Round of Miniature Golf

At Emerald Dolphin Mini Golf, you will find a fun, yet challenging mix of holes, taking you through streams, fountains and a waterfall. With a background of the Pacific Ocean, this course will delight all ages.

photo courtesy of Emerald Dolphin Mini Golf

This brand new facility also features an arcade with cutting edge video games, air hockey, pool, a food court and gift items.

Emerald Dolphin offers group rates, private parties and even “Gorilla Grams” and Gourmet Bouquets. You will find them on the west side of Highway 1 as you enter Fort Bragg from the south. To find out more, call (707) 964-6699. www.emeralddolphin.com/Minigolf.htm

62

Take a Picnic to Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

63

Go Horseback Riding in Fort Bragg

Explore Noyo Harbor

66

Experience

the Art of Chocolate Noyo Harbor is the perfect place Canter along deserted beaches and ride to start a day of adventure on the high seas. The The Mendocino Chocolate Company has past virgin redwood trees on the back of a great scenic harbor is located in Fort Bragg off Highway been making delectable chocolates and other 1, tucked between the rolling, forested hills and horse. Lari Shea’s Ricochet Ridge Ranch offers treats for almost 20 years. Stop by the new Fort group and private trail rides along Ten Mile the crashing waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Bragg location at 232 North Main St., and you The magnificent harbor is so beautiful and Beach, across cattle ranches, horse ranches and will understand why the Mendocino Chocolate through majestic Redwood forests. California’s picturesque that it was used for a scenes in Company views the making of candies as a true unique climate offers unmatched riding days the 1966 film “The Russians Are Coming, the art form. Try some of the World’s most delightful Russians Are Coming,” and in the 1987 film year-round. handmade confections including the more than Horses are available for riders of any level, “Overboard.”

25 different truffle flavors that range from MenNoyo Harbor is also a great place to watch from the absolute beginner to the very advanced, docino Moon, to Plantation Mint, to Raspberry the fishing boats entering and exiting the harbor. both English and Western styles. Your horse will Lace. The company also has a second store in be carefully matched to your riding ability, assur- Fishing trips are available where you can spend Mendocino on Ukiah St. (just east of Lansing, a day out on the water fishing for salmon, rock ing your utmost enjoyment. next to Frankie’s). cod and crab. In addition, whale watching tours are available from December through February and again from March through April.

Chartering a Coast Guardcertified boat is the perfect opportunity to be right next to these gentle giants and is fun for people of all ages.

Visit “All Aboard Adventures” at www.allaboardadventures. com for more info and to book your trip. Enjoy a spectacular sunset cruise or just take an photo by Gregg Gardiner informative tour of the bay.

If you would rather go at your The Fort Bragg store also features an array own pace, Noyo Harbor is a of unique gift items as well as sumptuous Bundt great place for ocean kayakCakes and Dark Fudgy Brownies. photo courtesy of Ricochet Ridge Ranch ing and rentals are available.

Mendocino Chocolate Company can ship its For more information see our fine products anywhere in the United States.

Some of the Ricochet Ridge horses are map and information, pages 40 through 42, or Call them at (800) 722-1107 or visit them on equine athletes who have numerous wins and call (707) 964-1881. the web. www.mendocino.com/?id=469 high placings in major endurance races, dreswww.mendocino-chocolate.com www.allaboardadventures.com sage, and other competitive events under their belts. Children, six and above, are welcome to ride. Ricochet Ridge Ranch offers multiple day, “ Top 25 Trips of a Lifetime” ~ Outside Magazine week-long or international riding vacations. You will have the time of your life! For more information, call (707) 964-7669 or (888) 873-5777. www.horse-vacation.com

For a chance to enjoy your lunch surrounded by nature’s splendor, pack up some organic vegetables, freshly-made sandwiches, and some drinks before heading to Fort Bragg’s Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. The public garden sits on the coastal bluffs overlooking the Pacific and displays the entire ecology of the Mendocino Coast.

Stroll Through Visitors will the Guest be amazed by the manicured House Museum formal gardens, Resting atop a small knoll in the colorful Fort Bragg on the west side of Main floral bouquets, Street, lies an ancient storehouse a pine forest, of history, a three-story Victorian fern-covered mansion known as the Guest House canyons and Museum. The 1892 redwood home, the 100 speoriginally built for Charles Russell cies of birds Johnson — founder of the Union which frequent Lumber Company and first mayor the grounds. of Fort Bragg — has served many Throughout posts over the years. Originally the year, you a home and entertainment hub, can meander it has also served as an integral through fields part of Fort Bragg’s military post of fuchsias and and a guesthouse for the Union roses and dwell photo courtesy of Mendocino Botanical Gardens Lumber Company in 1912, before in the famous rhododendron garden before stretching your transforming into a museum that documents legs on the pine and conifer trails that lead the 150-year history of the Mendocino coast. out to fern canyons, prairies and coastal bluffs. Within the Victorian’s walls, explore expansive Inside the shelter of the Cliff House, nature displays recording the birth and growth of the lovers can try and spot herds of California gray largest town on the Mendocino coast, including whales migrating South from Alaska to Baja a repository of artifacts on logging, fishing, during the months of December through Febru- steam and locomotive trains, wood and glass ary, and returning from the North, February craftsmanship and even photographs of the families who once resided in the bustling town through April.

Wild mushrooms pop up at the Botanical of Fort Bragg. Strolling through the manicured Gardens each winter as well. Local experts will gardens on the mansion’s grounds, you can look take visitors on walks and share their knowl- out over the town below, in much the same edge and skills concerning the uses of the wild fashion that Charles Russell Johnson did nearly mushroom. Many Mendocino County chefs are one hundred years ago.

The museum is located at 343 North Main known for using wild mushrooms in their dishes.

The Botanical Gardens are open March through Street and admission is free. Hours in the winter October 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and November through are weekends Thursday through Monday, 11 a.m.

February 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All their main trails to 2 p.m.; summers Monday to Friday 11 a.m. to 2 are wheelchair accessible and leashed dogs are p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. allowed. An admission fee is charged. For further For more information, call (707) 964-4251. www.rvtravelog.com/ftbragg.dir/ftbragg1.htm information, call (707) 964-4352. www.gardenbythesea.org

64

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

65

BEACH & REDWOOD TRAIL RIDES

Ride Wild Coastal Beaches of Mendocino Magnificent Virgin Forests & Vast Cattle Ranches

1 ½ Hour to All Day Rides 964-PONY (964-7669)

Quality Horses: English & Western

Week Long Riding Vacations Lodging, Fine Dining, Spas, Wine Tours & Entertainment at Unique Bed & Breakfast Inns Lari Shea’s Ricochet Ridge Ranch

across from MacKerricher State Park Fort Bragg, California

1-888-873-5777 www.horse-vacation.com

Fudge Truffles Toffee, Turtles

Brownies Bundt Cakes & Much More

www.mendocino-chocolate.com

232 N Main Street, Fort Bragg, (707) 964-8800

Ukiah Street, east of Lansing, Mendocino, (707) 937-1107 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 45

67

Tour the Jackson Demonstration State Forest

Sitting in the spray of the magnificent waterfall on Chamberlain Creek Trail or staring out at the uninterrupted view from the top of Riley Ridge after a long hike through old redwood forests on the remote Volcano Point Trail, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to forget the bustling history of the land in Jackson State Forest. A booming industrial logging center from 1862 until 1947, the land now serves as a peaceful respite for eager visitors that come to see the forests. Three trails have knowledgeable guides to teach you about the ecology, history and management of the forest.

A range of longer trails are available for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

With your own bottled water and appropriate permits, overnight camping is free in rustic and equestrian campsites, as is mushroom harvesting and group events. Leashed pets are welcome, and swimming is allowed in the rivers, although fishing is not, per the Department of Fish and Game regulations. The forest can be found on Highway 20 between Fort Bragg and Willits. For a great hiking map and trail description, call (707) 964-5674. www.mendowalks.org/JSDF/JSDF.php or

68

Experience â&#x20AC;&#x153;Art With a Pulseâ&#x20AC;?

While youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wandering around the sleepy north coast town of Fort Bragg, grab a cup of coffee and stop by Triangle Tattoo & Museum.

Founded in 1986, it is one of only a few museums in the world dedicated to the display of tattoo artifacts. The collection is fittingly housed in one of the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original Victorian storefronts.

Recorded in the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s striking exhibits are tattoo artifacts, designs, and photographs,

photo by andarin arvola

ART WITH A PULSE

ART WITH A PULSE

TRIANGLE TATTOO & MUSEUM

MR. G & CHINCHILLA 356-B North Main Street Fort Bragg, California 95437 707.964.8814 www.triangletattoo.com

depicting canvases of human bodies painted with Maori, Japanese, Native American and South Seas tattoos; historical and patriotic tattoos; prison tattoos; circus tattoos; even tattoos without consent. Featured on the Discovery Channel and in New York Magazine, which voted the Triangle Tattoo & Museum one of the 25 most interesting museums in the U.S. You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss this.

The museum also includes a tattoo parlor where you can get inked. The museum is free, open seven days courtesy of Triangle Tattoo a week from noon and Museum to 6 p.m. For more information, call (707) 964-8814. www.triangletattoo.com

69

Golf on the Coast

For a true coastal golfing experience, try an award-winning regulation nine-hole golf course, complete with forest and ocean views. The fairways of Little River Inn Golf Course are tucked in the hills among the redwoods, allowing stunning views of the coast and beyond. The course has two extra greens, so it can be played as an 18-hole course if desired. Share the fresh air with deer, frogs, blue herons, raccoons and other wildlife. There are also two cement, lighted tennis courts, a Pro Shop, snack bar, sales, rentals, motor-carts, pull-carts and a driving range. Little River Inn has stunning rooms and a fabulous restaurant to retreat to after a round or two. Inn guests receive a 10 percent discount on green fees. Little River Inn Golf Course is located at 7751 North Highway 1, two miles south of Mendocino. Call for more information, (707) 937-5667. www.littleriverinn.com

MAKELAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

70

Do it All at MacKerricher State Park

At MacKerricher State Park, coastal prairie terraces roll into steep, rocky bluffs and miles of sandy beaches. Wetlands and tide pools offer warm welcomes, where Bishop and Shore Pine forests frame Lake Cleone, an ancient coastal lagoon seasonally stocked with trout. An underwater park, where five ships are rumored to lie, also begs for exploration. The parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven mile stretch invites you to meander along boardwalks or stop at the Laguna Point observation deck to overlook waters populated with a resident colony of Harbor Seals and generations of gray whales on their annual migrations, from mid-December to early April. On the southern coast of the park is Glass Beach, where thousands of pieces of glass, pounded smooth by the surf, can be seen glistening in the sun. Look but please leave for the next generation. Miles of open beach await visitors on horseback and tours are available through Ricochet Ridge Ranch (see #63). Old logging roads â&#x20AC;&#x201D; once bustling with vehicles carrying timber to Fort Bragg â&#x20AC;&#x201D; now offer bicyclists refreshing vistas of the sea. After a full dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventure, the park also offers Wi-Fi service to reconnect to the world and 148 developed campsites, as well as 10 walk-in campsites where families, hikers and even leashed dogs can rest (reservations are necessary in the summer). The park, located three miles North of Fort Bragg on Highway 1, also has many wheelchair accessible regions. (707) 937-5397 or (707) 964- 9112. www.horse-vacation.com

71

Explore or Relax at a City Park in Fort Bragg

Otis R. Johnson Wilderness Park is located at the east end of Laurel St., southeast of Fort Bragg Middle School. The park was created in the early 1970s, after the widow of Otis John-

Fort Bragg son donated almost $45,000 in Boise Cascade Company Stock, to the city. The only stipulation being that the city must use the money for the park, and that the park must remain in its natural state. Friends of Otis R. Johnson Wilderness Park is a group of volunteers dedicated to restoring habitat, enhancing recreational opportunities and improving public access to the park. The group has scheduled workdays, where volunteers gather at the park to chip in and make improvements or restore the park to its natural state.

Everyone is welcome to join, even if they do not plan on attending the scheduled workdays.

Anyone interested, can join the group by filling out a release-of-liability form at the Fort Bragg City Hall, or by emailing friendsofotis@gmail. com. The Friends of Otis R. Johnson offer a newsletter to anyone who signs up for the group, featuring current events and updated dates and times for future workdays.

Harold O. Bainbridge Park is located on Laurel St., between N. Harrison and N. Whipple Sts., across from the Fort Bragg Library. This city park is designed for the whole family to enjoy.

Within the park is the Wiggly Giggly Playground.

The park also offers tennis courts, a basketball court, and open space to play or spread a blanket and enjoy an afternoon picnic.

Wiggly Giggly Playground is located within the Harold O. Bainbridge Park. This fenced in play area is playground central for the kids. It offers swing-sets, slides and equipment of all shapes and sizes to climb, hide, run and hang from. The playground has park benches and picnic tables for the parents to relax, while the kids are working Wiggly Giggly Playground, off some energy. photo by Gregg Gardiner

1O>SBILADB *>OF>E &++

WORK & WESTERN WEAR

BOOTS â&#x20AC;˘ SHOES â&#x20AC;˘ SADDLERY LEATHER GOODS Quality Merchandise Reasonable Prices for the Whole Family Layaway Available

/PEN -ON &RI A M P M 3AT A M P M 3UNDAYS A M P M

Walking Distance to Beach Access, Fort Bragg Downtown and the Skunk Train Continental Breakfast ~ On-Site Restaurant ~ Close to Other Restaurants Microwave ~ Refrigerator ~ Coffee Maker ~ High Speed Wireless Internet 763 North Main Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 707-964-4787 ~ 800-253-9972

7EST %LM 3T BEHIND $ENNYÂ&#x2013;S Â &ORT "RAGG

GARDEN ART & GIFTS

DISCOVER MENDOCINO SEE THE REDWOODS

College of the Redwoods

CR Mendocino Coast Campus Excellent Faculty â&#x20AC;˘ Small Class Sizes Academic Programs & Technical Training OT

GG DEP FORT BRAGG DEPOT FORT BRA NO. 66 AT L SE Foot of Laurel Steet IE D SKUNK 707 964-6371 800 866-1690 www.SkunkTrain.com

RIDE THE SKUNK TRAIN TODAY!

46 Mendocino County â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

1230 N. Main St. â&#x20AC;˘ Fort Bragg

1211 Del Mar Drive Fort Bragg, CA 95437

707.964.7897

www@redwoods.edu

Open Thursday - Monday, 10 am - 5 pm

(707) 962-2600

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

Ukiah DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

101 Things To Do® photo

A windsurfer enjoying Lake Mendocino.

707.463.2719

Our New Home ...

101 Things To Do® photo

N

estled in the fertile Yokayo Valley between the Coast Range and Lake Mendocino, Ukiah is the Mendocino County seat and its largest city. First settled in 1856, Ukiah began to grow in 1889 with the arrival of the railroad. Now the city’s population is approximately 15,500, and the greater Ukiah area has about 35,300 residents.

Logging has always been a major industry in the area. During the Gold Rush Era when the booming city of San Francisco bought all the lumber it could get, Ukiah began to expand.

The lumber rush enriched Ukiah, which has grown to become the financial, business, medical and service center for Mendocino, Lake, northern Sonoma and southern Humboldt counties.

Ukiah is a blend of an historical community of the 1800s and a modern city. Part of Ukiah’s historical tradition are the descendants of the Pomo Indians, who still live and work in the area. In many Ukiah neighborhoods, beautifully restored Victorian homes are plentiful.

On State Street, live music and organic food can be enjoyed at the Ukiah Brewing Company, a brew pub next to the county courthouse. The pub offers ales and lagers made from organic malted barley, and is open for lunch and dinner.

Ukiah hosts several annual celebrations. In

the spring, the annual “A Taste of Downtown” Grand Beer and Wine Tasting Festival is held.

The Redwood Empire Fair is held in August, and the Fabulous Flashback car celebration roars into town in September.

The performing arts are important inland as well as on the coast. The Ukiah Players Theatre offers a wide variety of productions throughout the year, www.ukiahplayerstheatre.org.

Lake Mendocino is located five miles north of Ukiah, on Highway 20 east of Highway 101.

It was formed by the completion of Coyote Dam by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1958.

The lake and dam provide flood control, water supply and recreational opportunities.

There are two large boat ramps, and with a surface area of 1,822 acres, the lake is great place for wake boarding, water skiing, or jet skiing. Fishing is a popular activity and the lake yields an abundance of bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish. There are several campgrounds around the lake, with over 300 campsites that offer camping for tents, trailers and motor homes.

There is something for everyone at local parks—Low Gap Regional County Park, Mill Creek County Park, Cow Mountain Recreation Area, Montgomery Woods State Reserve or at any of Ukiah’s city parks.

Coming Late 2008

..,( E% JkXk\ Jki\\k I\[nff[ MXcc\p /''$**)$0-/*

7 d`c\j efik_ f] Lb`X_ fe ?`^_nXp ('( in Beautiful Mendocino County

www.ukiahchamber.com

photo courtesy of Vichy Hot Springs, www.vichysprings.com

A waterfall at Vichy Hot Springs Resort.

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 47

PA R CT K

BLV D

PA R

MASON ST

GROVE

STELLA

YOSEMITE

Oak Manor Park OAK MANOR

DR

WIYAT DR

POMO DR MAYA

on

k

10

approx. 2 miles To Vichy Springs

Must show ad at check-in. Based on availability.

Not available with any other discounts or during special events.

DIRECTIONS: Northbound 101, exit North State St. Southbound 101, exit North State St. left, Inn on left

1720 N. State St. Ukiah

48 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

AVE

CEN

POMO DR

LN

bs

ee

YAQUI DR

Gi

Cr

10%

(707) 462-5745

S

Pear Tree Center

PERKINS STREET EXIT

1-2 Persons 1-2 Beds

www.hiexpressukiah.com

CLARA

ST

WARREN DR

M HOSPITAL DR

Ukiah Valley Medical Center

JO

HAMILTON

Take off

Of Ukiah

RUDDOCK

HOSPITAL DR

EL RIO CT

GOBBI STREET EXIT

RD

NORTON ST

ST SMITH

ST STANDLY

ST PERKINS

MAIN ST

OAK MANOR CT

101

SNUFFIN

MORRIS

SCHOOL

7

PEACH

PLUM DR

8 9

MARLENE

SCOTT

6

5

KINGS CT

ORCHARD AVE

AVE

AVE WALNUT

AVE WILLOW ST HENRY

CHURCH

ST

ST SO STEPHEN

OAK ST

ST

ST

DEBORAH CT

BABCOCK

PINE ST

D GS R RIN

TALM AGE

ST CLAY

LESLIE

ST

ST

ST

Y SP VICH

• Free hot American breakfast • Free coffee • Free local calls • Kids stay free (under 18) • Free DSL Internet • Non-smoking & handicapped rooms • In-room fridge & microwaves • Heated pool & spa • Guest laundry • Iron & ironing boards in each room • Remote cable TV with HBO, CNN, ESPN, Pay Per View

N

ST

MILL ST

LN

HASTINGS

To Talmage

BUSH

P

ST

TALMAGE ROAD EXIT

FRONTAGE RD

DORA

Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House Sun House Park

CLEVELAND LN

CHERRY ST

ST THOMAS

AL

H MARS

APPLE

ST

ST

DR

RD

LN

STATE

MOHAWK

FRNT

HENDERSON

ST

ST

SCHOOL ST

ST

LORRAINE

MARLENE

AIRPORT PARK BLVD

BETTY D o o l a n C re e k

3

BARBARA ST

GOBBI

1

SPRING

CHERRY CT

WAUGH

2

HILLVIEW AVE

ST FREITA

RY

RUPE ST TALMAGE RD

AIRPORT RD

Civic Center

OAK ST

SOUTH

CUNNINGHAM ST

ST

HORTENSE

CAROLYN ST MAE

AVE

LOUISE CT

S

SOUTH ST

E HAZEL AV

HOPE

4

ST

PERRY ST

OAK PARK AVE

POMOLITA

COURT ST

UKIA GO

B

DORA ST

MULBERRY

Ukiah Municipal Airport

AVE

HILLCREST

COCHRANE AVE

AVE LUCE

ALICE AVE

AVE

AVE

SPRING ST

TODD GROVE MUNICIPAL E PARK AV K A O E LIV

S ST ARNE

ST

McPEAK

Yokayo School

THOMPSON ST

ST

GARDENS AVE

ALICE AVE

OBSERVATO

DR WASHINGTON CT

To Hopland, Santa Rosa

Ukiah’s Nicest!

ALBRIGHT

MARWEN DR

TALMAGE

1140 Airport Park Blvd, Ukiah, California 95482 Phone: 1-707-463-3600 Fax: 1-707-463-3601

CRESTA

* Offering comfortable guest rooms at a superior value for both business and leisure travelers * Free continental breakfast, including fresh-brewed coffee, cereal and fresh fruit * Business center, fitness center and guest laundry * Free wireless and wired high speed internet access * Indoor heated pool and spa * Hotel Parking * Spacious guest rooms with a well-lit work area, two phones with data ports * Free cable TV with HBO, In-room hair dryer, iron and ironing board * Some rooms with Jacuzzi tubs or entertainment centers with 32 inch tv’s and sofa bed.

NEHO CT

WASHINGTON

The Fairfield Inn & Suites Ukiah, Mendocino County is located in the heart of picturesque Mendocino County. Situated only 110 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Ukiah is a quaint town right off Highway 101.

NOKOMIS

VD BL

LUCE

AVE

DOOLAN DR

ER

EASTLICK

CT

MENDOCINO DR

NK

BA

CT

Nokomis Elementary School

CALVERY

MILL

S JONE

REDWOOD A V E

SAN JACINTA

DR HLAND

PL

FOOTHILL

MARY LN

HIGHLAND CT HIG

Giorno Park K PAR

www.cheesecakemomma.com

Anton Stadium

D AVE

K

HIGHLAN

MENDOCINO PL

Lake Mendocino, located 2 miles northeast of Ukiah, covers 1,822 acres and is fed by one of the cleanest rivers in the country, the Russian River.

101 Things To Do® photo

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

DR GARRETT

CHARLETON

LOCKWOOD

LN

EMPIRE

TOKAY

AVE CHABLIS CT

SAUTERNE PL

SAUVIGNON

RIESLING PL CHARDONNAY

SHERRY DR

1340 N. STATE STREET, UKIAH, CA 95482

13 STATE STREET EXIT

ST

MYRON PL

SIDNIE

SIDNIE

ST

CT

BRUSH ST

ST

Theme Park

Best Western

14

Orchard Inn

15

D

iscover the Best Western Orchard Inn, surrounded by nature in the Ukiah Valley. Our caring staff takes pride in providing personalized service to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Our pride is in your smile!

• Outdoor pool & hot tub • Fax & photocopy services • Cable satellite television with over 50 cable channels including HBO, ESPN & CNN • High-speed internet access & free DSL • Suites & non-smoking rooms available

MYRON

ORR

Visit Our Redwood

www.visitormags.com/discoveryinn

ELM ST

Redwood Empire Fair Grounds

BRUNNER ST

ST

69

$

PHONE (707) 462-8873 FAX (707) 462-1249

DR

BRIGGS ST

OSEPH

Fitness Center Present this ad at check-in to receive Commercial Rates this special rate!

Guest Laundry Deluxe Continental Breakfast In-Room Coffee In-Room Ironing Boards Free WIFI Walk-ins only.

Color Remote 27” Cable TV Rate for one or two Banquet & Conference Room people. Subject to 4 Indoor Spas availability. Not valid Seasonally Heated 75-Foot with other discounts, Competition Pool during holidays or • Refrigerators in all rooms special events.

• Microwaves in 50 rooms

IRVINGTON DR

ST

MAZZONI RD

DONNER

W LN

FORD R D

BRUSH ST

12NORTH STATE

BURLINGTON

Vinewood Park

MILLVIE

176 NEWLY DECORATED DELUXE UNITS • • • • • • • • • • •

CABERNET

BUSH ST

BRICARELLI

ST

MAGNOLIA ST

GIBSON EVANS ST

11

K OA

LOW GAP

RD

ST

ARLINGTON

Frank Zeek School

DISCOVERY INN

GAMAY CT

GA P LOW

Mendocino County Governmental Complex

CT

INCLINE DR TAHOE CT CARRIGAN LN SIRAH

RD

ek

O

PINE

FORD ST

SUMMIT CT

LN

CAPPS LN

CYPRESS AVE

Pomilita School

C re

MAPLE AVE JACKSON AVE

AVE

Ukiah High School

DESPINA

ST FRANCIS WY

OA K

AVE

CYPRESS

E

UKIAH MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE

rr

LIV

MA PL AVE E

AH MUNICIPAL OLF COURSE

To Willits, Laytonville, Leggett, Highway 20

555 S. Orchard Ave. • Ukiah, CA 95482

Reservations: 1-888-894-9903

Tel: 707-462-1514 • Fax: 707-462-1237 www.bestwestern.com/prop-05610

Our New Home ...

101

Coming Late 2008

NTRAL UKIAH Rus

sian

Riv

er

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN • MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

..,( E% JkXk\ Jki\\k I\[nff[ MXcc\p /''$**)$0-/*

7 d`c\j efik_ f] Lb`X_ fe ?`^_nXp ('( in Beautiful Mendocino County

MAP KEY 1 Comfort Inn & Suites

8 Super 8 Motel - Ukiah

2 Hampton Inn & Suites

9 Best Western Orchard Inn

3 Fairfield Inn & Suites

10 Vichy Springs

4 Ukiah Community Services Department

11 Ruen Tong Restaurant

5 Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce 6 E.S. Wolf & Company — Sotheby’s 7 Ukiah Brewing Company

Newly Remodeled Brand New Rooms

12 Walter Cafe 13 Discovery Inn 14 Holiday Inn Express 15 Coyote Valley

Shodakai Casino

North Valley Bank

693 South Orchard Ave. (Gobbi Exit), Ukiah

(707) 468-8181

• Continental breakfast • In-room coffee makers • Cable color TV/HBO • Iron & ironing board/ hair dryers

• Pet friendly rooms available • High-speed Internet • Wi-Fi ready • Free local calls • In-room micro-fridge

• Large vehicle parking • Restaurant next door • Outdoor pool, heated spa • Commercial, senior and AAA discounts

Fax: 707-468-8383 • www.super8ukiah.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 49

Looking for a place to hold your next meeting or social gathering?

Specializing in fashionable comfort shoes for men and women

120-B West Standley Street, Ukiah Across from the Courthouse Open till 7:00 pm on Thursdays (707) 463-6933

MASON

OAK

NORTH MAIN STREET

13

10

14

G STANDLEY

PERKINS

7

B E H A

CHURCH

C

16

6

15 17 SOUTH MAIN STREET

COURT HOUSE

SOUTH STATE STREET

9

8 F

1

RAILROAD DEPOT

fine footwear, handbags and gifts in historic downtown Ukiah

11 POST OFFICE

Conference Center

200 Henry St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ (707) 462-2253 www.cheesecakemomma.com Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-3:30pm

The Event Coordinator can arrange planning and setup for events from small meetings to large banquets. The Conference Center staff is trained to assist event needs from start to finish, at any level.

This Conference Center has everything you need to get connected to the outside world. It can provide audio visual equipment, pull-down and freestanding projection screens, video and slide projectors, as well as tabletop or freestanding 40-watt amplified podiums. This equipment can be provided free of chargeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just notify the Center of your special needs in advance.

Adjacent to the center is the Alex R. Thomas Jr. Plaza, great for hosting outdoor ceremonies and special events.

The Conference Center is conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants and specialty shops for dining and shopping needs. There are also several shops located directly on the premises, including Mendocino Bounty Specialty Marketplace for local foods, gifts baskets, unique gifts, a coffee bar and garden accessories. The Mendocino Barkery, also located in the Conference Center, is a wholistic dog specialty shop, featuring healthy food and treats for four legged friends.

The Conference Center is located at 200 S. School St., Ukiah. For more information check out their webpage, or call 463-6700 for your event planning and reservation needs. www.cityofukiah.com/pageserver/?page=conference_main

D SMITH

EEK

he Ukiah Valley Conference Center is a great place for planning and hosting an upcoming event. The Center is a state-of-the-art meeting facility, offering a variety of spaces able to accommodate groups as small as five individuals or as large as 600 people. Located in beautiful downtown Ukiah, this modern center has every amenity to make your next social or professional gathering a success.

R ON C GIBS

T

NORTH SCHOOL STREET

E

HENRY

NORTH STATE STREET

12

SOUTH SCHOOL STREET

â&#x20AC;˘ Award Winning Cheesecake â&#x20AC;˘ Smoothies â&#x20AC;˘ Wraps â&#x20AC;˘ Milkshakes â&#x20AC;˘ Salads â&#x20AC;˘ Breakfast Pastries â&#x20AC;˘ Paninis

STEPHENSON

N

5 3 CLAY

4

=^hidg^X J`^V]

2

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN â&#x20AC;˘ MAP NOT TO SCALE Š2008 101 Things To DoÂŽ

MAP KEY courtesy of the City of Ukiah

A Mendocino Barkery B Mendocino Bounty C Nomadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World D Tierra - Art Garden Wine E Cheesecake Momma F Three Sisters G Shoefly and Sox H Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce North Valley Bank

1 1929 Railroad Depot, Colonial Revival Style.

2 The Sun House; 1911, Arts-Craftsman Style, National Register. Listing, State Landmark.

3 Carnegie Library, Prairie-school Style, 1914.

4 Ukiah Civic Center, Mission-Revival style, originally in 1922 as the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grammar school.

5 C. Hofman home, National Registry, Eastlake-style, 1889.

6 Old City Hall, 1913-1987, corner Church & School streets.

7 Masonic Lodge, Classic-style with cut brick facade, 1924, corner of Perkins and School streets.

8 Ukiah Republican Press Building, Revival-Renaissance style, 1928, glazed terra cotta tiles.

9 Courthouse Annex Beau-art style, 1928 with Indian limestone added to original 1872 courthouse.

SPECIALTY MARKETPLACE

local foodsâ&#x20AC;˘ gift baskets unique giftsâ&#x20AC;˘coffee bar w winesâ&#x20AC;˘garden accessories

200 S. School St. Ukiah,CA 707-463-6711 OPEN: Mon-Sat, 9:30-5:30

Extended Holiday Hours Open Sundays 11am - 4pm Great Stocking Stuffers Complimentary Gift Wrap Shipping Available

50 Mendocino County â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

10 100 block of Standley Street; first commercially developed area during 1859-1883 era.

11 Palace Hotel, National Registry, corner Smith and N. State streets, First built in 1891, a mixture of styles.

12 Lambâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn, Four-square style, built in 1915 as a quality boarding House; now offices.

13 Gillespie Building, a commercial block from 239-255 N. State Street, built after the 1890 fire.

14 Oddfellows Lodge, Italianate style, 1882.

15 White Building, 1906, the only structure in Ukiah hat was significantly damaged by the 1906 earthquake; 111-115 N. State.

16 The block was developed by the Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family, originally with four buildings, Laura Scudder (of potato chip fame) ran a cafĂŠ in this block called Little Davenport, 100 block of W. Perkins.

17 Mendocino County Public Library, the site of the first white settlers cabin in Ukiah, 1850.

I]gZZ H^hiZgh <^[ih [dg 7dYn! B^cY Hdja Hjeedgi^c\ ;V^g IgVYZ AdXVa 6gi^hih &&' H# HX]dda Hi#! J`^V] ,%,")+'"'('% Bdc " HVi &%Vb " */(%eb

A Specialty Marketplace for People and their Pets 200 S. School St., Ukiah, CA

(707) 463-DOGG Mon - Fri 9:30-5:30 â&#x20AC;˘ Sat 10-4

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

Ukiah and Hopland Dining Guide Area Code is (707) unless otherwise noted.

American Cuisine Applebeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar & Grill 1201 Airport Park Blvd., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-7010 Bluebird Cafe 13340 S. Highway 101 Hopland â&#x20AC;˘ 744-1633 Club Calpella 6175 N. State St. Calpella â&#x20AC;˘ 485-8630 Kil Ellieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mutt Hut & Cafe 732 S. State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 468-5376 Henny Penny 697 S. Orchard St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 468-8323 Hopland Inn Restaurant Hwy. 101 South Hopland â&#x20AC;˘ 744-1890

The Crushed Grape 13500 So. Hwy. 101 Hopland â&#x20AC;˘ 744-2020 The Maple Restaurant 2955 State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-5221 Ukiah Brewing Company 102 S. State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 468-5898 Ukiah Garden Cafe 1090 S. State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-1221 Walter Cafe Steak House & Sushi 920 N. State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-2080 Zackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Restaurant 1430 N. State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 468-8501

Jensenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant 1550 Loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-0757 Kenny Kitchen 1093 S. Dora Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-2814 Local Flavor 210 State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-0312 North State Cafe 263 State St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-3726 Patrona 130 W. Standley Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-9181 Shotgun at Lawson Station 13441 S. Highway 101 Hopland â&#x20AC;˘ 744-1977

This is a photocopy of your ad as it will appear in the 2007 edition of 101 Things To Do MENDOCINO Visitor magazine.

Please check this proof carefully and notify us as soon as possible how you would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown.

Client assumes full responsibility for accuracy and completeness of information.

Publisher will not be responsible for errors if proof is not returned.

Either fax this sheet back or reply to this email, any changes or if PROOF IS OK.

Asian / Oriental Cuisine

Please Print Name _________________________________________________________

China Chef OCO Time 255 N. State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 468-0860 111 W. Church, Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-2422PROOF IS OK BY _______________________________________________________ Date ____________________________ Authorized Signature China Diner Peking Tokyo 510 E. Perkins, Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-0611 372 N. State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-0553 Make the corrections shown by___________________________________________________ Date_ ___________________________ Himalayan Cafe Phoenix Buffet Authorized Signature 1639 S. State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 467-9900 247 E. Perkins, Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-8020 Lotus Ruen Tong Thai 403 S. State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 463-2288 920 Stateedition St., Ukiah This is a PDF copy of your ad for theN.2008 of â&#x20AC;˘ 462-0238 O Haru Walter Cafe Steak House & Sushi courtesy of Ukiah Brewing Company 101Ukiah Things To DoÂŽ in MENDOCINO magazine.

570 N. State St., â&#x20AC;˘ 462-4762 920 N. State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-2080 Cooperrider, brewmaster at the UkiahinBrewing This isBrett a PDF copy of your ad as it might appear the 2008Company, edition of Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. ads@101things.com 101 Things ToinDo his laboratory. See #83 A reply is needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility in MENDOCINO magazine.

Pizzafor accuracy and completeness of information in theand ad.

Fx: (707) 443-5309 Sandwiches More Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. lease sign and fax, mail or reply to this email, any changes or if the PROOF IS O.K.A reply is needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility ads@101thing Fat Manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fountain & Grill Sports Attic Marinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza for accuracy and completeness of information in the ad. The publisher will not be The publisher will not be responsible for any errors if proof is not returned.

Fx: (707) 443-5 1245 Airport Park Blvd.

Bar and Grill 142 Talmage Rd., Ukiah responsible for any errors if proof is not returned.

Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 468-1373.

108 W. Standley.

468-9386 Either fax this sheet back or reply to this email any changes or sign if the PROOF IS O. OF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ ______________________________ Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘Date 463-1706 Jaws Fish and Chips Papa Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza 1200 N. State St. Windmills Cafe 198 North State St., Ukiah Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-6763 749A S Date_ State St. 462-0999 these corrections ____________________________________________________ _____________________________ PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date _______________________ Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-4667 Quiznoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rosieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza 113 S. State St. 720 N. State St., Ukiah Make these corrections ____________________________________________________ Date_ ______________________ Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-1140 462-2555

1

q q

Round Table Pizza 292 S State St., Ukiah 462-8866

Schatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bakery Cafe 113 W. Perkins St. Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-1670 and Airpark Blvd. (inside Freidman Brothers) â&#x20AC;˘ 468-5850

South of the Border Barron Mexican Food 499 State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 463-3735 El Azteca 1631 S. State St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 463-1330

El Sombrero 131 E. Mill St., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 463-1818 Mi Pueblito 1252 Airport Blvd., Ukiah â&#x20AC;˘ 462-5102

Wa lter CafĂŠ

4HE "EST 4HAI #UISINE )N .ORTHERN #ALIFORNIA

Note: 101 Things To Do in Mendocino is a full color magazine/publication.

in beautiful UKIAH â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

Steak Seafood Sushi Cocktails

920 N. State Street â&#x20AC;˘ (707) Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

Ruen Tong Thai Cuisine

0ATIO $INING !VAILABLE %LEGANT !TMOSPHERE 4AKE /UT !VAILABLE .O -3' . 3TATE 3TREET Â&#x201E; 5KIAH Â&#x201E; /FF 0ERKINS 3TREET (WY Regional Visitor Publications â&#x20AC;˘ Post OfďŹ ce Box 1374 â&#x20AC;˘ Eureka, California 95502 â&#x20AC;˘ 707-443-4887 â&#x20AC;˘ FAX 707-443 462-2080

2ESERVATIONS 3UGGESTED

www.101things.com â&#x20AC;˘ Mendocino County 51

Ukiah

72

Ukiah

Tour Valley Wineries

Mendocino County is a wonderful grape-growing and wine-producing area.

The county’s winegrowing areas can be divided into three distinct regions, one of which is the Redwood Valley. The region starts just south of the city of Ukiah and extends north through the Potter Valley. U.S. Highway 101 runs up the middle of this scenic and delightful winegrowing region. Here, many distinctive wines are created, from dazzling Chardonnays to deep, rich reds that are full of delicious flavors and aromas.

photo by Cyndy Phillips

Organic vineyards are maintained throughout the area and produce unique, flavorful wine grapes. Small wineries produce their own specialty wines that you will enjoy sampling and tasting at many different tasting rooms throughout the region. For more information, see our wine section starting on page 8. The region is also home to the Ukiah Brewing Company, located in Ukiah, which prepares delicious microbrews that will satisfy the beer aficionado.

The restaurant uses only fresh, natural ingredients and also features fresh, live music. For more information, call the Mendocino County Visitors Center at (866) 466-3636. www.gomendo.com www.ubcr.com

73

Get a Rush at the Ukiah Speedway

74

Do it All at Lake Mendocino

Explore the Grace Hudson Museum

Where wine country meets redwood forests, The Grace Hudson Museum features the best among rolling hills and oak groves, you will of the region’s art, history and anthropology. find Lake Mendocino. The lake has something Exhibits in the museum range in subject matter for everyone and is from Native American culture and a dream come true Northern California coast history for hikers, campers, to the works of contemporary water enthusiasts artists. The primary focus of and nature lovers. the museum is the magnificent Miles of trails work of Grace Carpenter Hudson. wind through the The artist painted some of the redwood trees. Rent most brilliant portraits and oil a kayak and go padpaintings of the Pomo Indians dling out on the lake, that have ever been brushed on go swimming on a canvas. The museum features over nice sunny day, or 30,000 related objects, including try your hand at sailhistorical photographs and Pomo ing or water-skiing.

Indian artifacts. The building Fishing is fantastic sits on a beautiful four-acre park from the shore or a with shaded picnic areas and a boat. Striped bass, basket garden that grows all of largemouth and the materials that the Pomo Indismallmouth bass, ans used in their basket making. bluegill and several Also located on the grounds is the varieties of catfish Sun House, originally designed by provide a challenge Grace Hudson and her husband, for fishermen. This it is still furnished with their serene and under101 Things To Do® photo unique collection of furnishings used lake is a great and décor. Guided tours of the place for a weekend Sun House are offered and depart getaway. There are over 300 campsites avail- from the museum. The Grace Hudson Museum able all around this enormous lake and plenty can be found on Main Street in Ukiah. For more of places to picnic. The lake can be found two information, call (707) 467-2836. miles northeast of Ukiah off Highway 101 on www.gracehudsonmuseum.org Highway 20. For more information, call (707) Visit Tierra – 462-7581. www.lakemendocino.com Art, Garden, Wine

75

Learn About Pomo Culture

On a bluff overlooking Lake Mendocino,

photo by Cyndy Phillips

If you love the adrenaline rush of competiyou will discover a 3,200-square foot building tion at death-defying speeds, you will absolutely with a unique indoor-outdoor amphitheater, the love the Ukiah Speedway. It is a great place to Pomo Cultural Center. The building looks like an spend an afternoon watching stock car and motoIndian round house. Learn about the Pomo Indicross racing. The speedway ans through audio includes a quarter-mile and video histories oval race track that at the Pomo Culhosts a variety of races tural Center. There year-round, and the are natural history motocross tracks are exhibits which known to be some of reveal the Pomo’s the best in Northern culture, how they California. lived, their belief The competition system and much is fierce and the air more. At the amphiis full of tension and theater, you will be excitement. If you are treated to tribal interested in learning dances and camphow to ride a motocross fire ceremonies. bike, there are classes Redwood Empire Fairgrounds, photo by Cyndy Phillips The Cultural Center that can accommodate is open through much people of all ages and skill levels—a fantastic of the spring and summer months, Wednesday opportunity to live out a lifelong dream. You through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can find can find the Ukiah Speedway at the Redwood Lake Mendocino and the Pomo Cultural Center Empire Fairgrounds just outside of Ukiah. For two miles northeast of Ukiah off Highway 101. more information, call (707) 462-7242.

For more information, call (707) 485-8285. www.ukiahspeedway.com 52 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

76

77

Are you yearning to try wines from several of Mendocino County’s up-and-coming boutique wineries but a) don’t have an appointment and b) don’t have the four-wheel drive vehicle you might need to make it the “four miles up, three miles in” dirt road to get there? Tierra — Art, Garden, Wine in downtown Ukiah is a unique tasting room that gathers together several small-production wineries in one location.

Sip a delicate, creamy Pinot Noir from Anderson Valley and a robust Cabernet from Redwood Valley all in one visit. Located in an historic building with a relaxed setting, Tierra offers knowledgeable service, information about biodynamic farming and the different wine growing regions in the county and provides an excellent staging area for wine tasting farther afield. Thursday evenings at Tierra include

78

Hit the Links in Ukiah

The Ukiah Municipal Golf Course provides just what you are looking for to soothe that craving for golf. This quaint public course is very affordable and provides a great golf experience for a relatively low price tag.

courtesy of City of Ukiah CSD, www.cityofukiah.com

The short, par-70 course is etched into the hillside and crisscrossed by bubbling creeks, that hopefully will not find your ball. The many trees and undulating greens are also hallmarks of this fine course. The signature hole is the 192-yard par three, third hole. This challenging tee shot dares you to hit the green despite the bunkers that provide heavy protection and a gully on the right side of the fairway. You will not be disappointed by booking a tee time at this wonderful golf course. The Ukiah Municipal Golf Course is located on Park Boulevard in Ukiah. For more information, call (707) 467-2832. www.ukiahgolf.com

courtesy of Bureau of Land Management

79

Go Off-Roading at Cow Mountain

The Cow Mountain Recreation Area is an expansive area that provides all of the outdoor recreation that you could ever imagine. With over 60,000 acres, the Cow Mountain Recreation Area is divided into two distinct sections that are separated by a creek as well as a ridge of mountains.

South Cow Mountain is home to some of the most challenging and acclaimed off-highway vehicle driving opportunities in Northern California. Jeep, pick-up drivers and all other manner of OHV enthusiasts flood the more than 23,000 acres with over 120 miles of vehicle trails. There is terrain that is appropriate for all skill levels and vehicle outfits. South Cow Mountain is not restricted to drivers—horseback riders, courtesy of Tierra mountain bikers, hikers, dirt bike riders, complimentary cheese pairing, often accompa- hunters and campers also make use of the area nied by live music, featured winemaker events and all of its remarkable features.

For non-motorized recreation check out and artist receptions. Enjoy a bottle of wine in the beautiful garden courtyard surrounded North Cow Mountain Recreation Area which does

by Mediterranean native plants and outdoor not allow off highway vehicles. Cow Mountain sculpture for sale. Tierra is closed seasonally Recreation Area is located just outside of Ukiah in January and February. Please see wine map with several entrances. For more information, for featured wineries. For information, call call the California Bureau of Land Management at (707) 468-4000.

(707) 468-7936. www.blm.gov/ca/ukiah/cowmtn.html www.artgardenwine.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Ukiah

80

83

Submerge Yourself in a Hot Spring

Mendocino County boasts some of the most fantastic natural hot springs in the world.

The soothing 90-degree sparkling waters have drawn famous names throughout the decades.

Mark Twain, Jack London, Teddy Roosevelt and Ulysses S. Grant have all enjoyed the relaxing and clarifying properties of Mendocino County’s hot springs.

There are a range of ways to experience the magnificent steamy water of the springs, from modest isolated spots to full-fledged 101 Things To Do® photo resorts where you can indulge in first-class spa treatments and luxurious lodging. A visit to the mighty redwoods. The park is open for day the hot springs is a marvelous way to unwind use only and is located about 13 miles west of while soaking up the Ukiah on Orr Springs Road, but awe-inspiring mounthe drive can take up to 45 mintain scenery. utes due to the road conditions.

Vichy Springs MinFor more information, call (707) eral Springs Resort and 937-5804.

Country Inn, in Ukiah, www.parks.ca.gov/default. is the perfect place asp?page_id=434 to soak in a natural hot spring bath. After you’re finished soakWin Big ing, have a massage, Money at take a walk through the hiking trails on a Casino their 700 beautiful Do you have a hankering for acres of land and non-stop fun? At one of the many spend the night in casinos in Mendocino County, you comfort at the Vichy will have that opportunity. The Springs Country Inn. casinos here are known for their For more information, many slot machines, plethora of call Vichy Hot Springs high and low stakes table games at (707) 462-9515. courtesy of Vichy Springs and bingo. Along with all the fun www.vichysprings.com Country Inn and Resort to be had on the gaming floor, don’t forget to listen to live Trek Montgomery music. Many famous entertainers from around the world frequent the casinos in Woods State Reserve the area. There are also restaurants in the casiGet off the beaten path and away from nos that serve some of the best food around in the hectic life of the city at Montgomery Woods the most pleasant settings. When you manage State Reserve—of California’s 31 redwood parks to pull yourself away from all that fun, make this is one of the most remote. Redwood groves sure you stay a night to rest for a whole other seamlessly blend with lush fern forests in this day of excitement. beautiful 700-acre park. Tables are provided For fun at a casino, visit Shodakai Casino for picnicking. in Redwood Valley, seven-miles north of Ukiah, Crisscrossing throughout the reserve are (707) 485-0700; Black Bart Casino in Willits, fantastic trails for walking and hiking, as well (707) 459-7330; Hidden Oaks Casino in Covelo, as some great informative nature paths. One (707) 983-6898; Sho Ka Wah Casino in Hopland, extraordinary trail is a three-mile loop that (888) 746-5292; or Red Fox Casino in Laytonville, closely follows Montgomery Creek. As you wind (888) 473-3369. through the park, the trail will take you through www.shokawah.co or past five virgin redwood groves (virgin: www.blackbartcasino.com meaning this area has never been logged). The (Shodakai) www.coyotevalleycasino.com park’s natural beauty will leave you in awe of http://500nations.com/casinos/caRedFox.asp

Enjoy a Fresh Brew at the Ukiah Brewing Company

The Ukiah Brewing Company’s Restaurant became the nation’s first brewpub/restaurant to be certified organic. The menu reflects the eclectic American taste for everything from pasta and burgers to wild salmon and Thai curries.

The brewpub prides itself on using the freshest organic ingredients possible, which in-turn produces the freshest, best-tasting beer attainable.

Over 16 ales and lagers, including stout, porter and India pale ale are brewed with organic barley at the brewery. The Ukiah Brewing Company is open daily and located at 102 South State St. in Ukiah, (707) 468-5898. www.ukiahbrewingco.com

courtesy of Ukiah Brewing Company

Our New Home ...

Coming Late 2008

82

..,( E% JkXk\ Jki\\k I\[nff[ MXcc\p /''$**)$0-/*

7 d`c\j efik_ f] Lb`X_ fe ?`^_nXp ('( in Beautiful Mendocino County

81

Mineral Hot Springs Resort and Country Inn

Quiet relaxation • 700 acres for picnicking, hiking, mountain biking and rejuvenation.

• Mineral hot pool and Olympic-size pool • Historic buildings, 18 rooms and 8 cottages

Massage, facial and hot stone treatments • North America’s only warm, naturally carbonated “Vichy” baths, famous worldwide • Day use • WiFi • California Historic Landmark No. 980

www.vichysprings.com Ukiah County PumpkinFest, courtesy of City of Ukiah CSD, www.cityofukiah.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

2605 Vichy Springs Road • Ukiah 95482 • (707)462-9515 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 53

through several tunnels. Shorter trips are also possible. Highway 20 links the two towns. www.skunktrain.com

Willits has a population of approximately 5,000 people and features excellent retail stores, restaurants, lodging, business and service establishments. Most of the businesses line Highway 101, but a few can be found on quiet side streets. Golfers can play nine holes in the redwoods at Brooktrails Golf Course northwest of town.

Willitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Frontier Days celebration takes place every year in July. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous for its rodeo, which is the oldest continuously held rodeo in California. It first started in 1926. www.willitsfrontierdays.com

A sense of Mendocinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heritage can be found at the Mendocino County Museum. The museum houses mementos, historical photographs and exhibits about local Native Ameri-

101 Things To DoÂŽ photo

W

illits, the third largest town in Mendocino County, is located on Hwy 101 approximately 22 miles north of Ukiah.

Willits is known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heart of Mendocino Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Gateway to the Redwoods,â&#x20AC;? and was incorporated in 1888. It was founded by Hiram Willits and was settled in the 1850s by

pioneering ranchers. Sam and Harry Baechtel drove a herd of cattle up from Marin County in search of permanent grazing land and found a valley that fulfilled their needs. The town was called Willitsville in 1865 and the primary industry was lumber. Today, wood products are still important to the local economy. However,

DISCOVER MENDOCINO SEE THE REDWOODS

SKUNK M O TO R C

WILLITS DEPOT 299 East Commercial 707 459-5248 800 866-1690 www.SkunkTrain.com

AR NO. 1 00 EAST O F W IL LI TS

RIDE THE SKUNK TRAIN TODAY!

many other industries such as tourism, wineries and service industries are also expanding.

In 1860, William James built the first grist mill and about the same time the Blosser brothers built a waterpowered sawmill up Willits Creek.

Lumber brought prosperity to the tiny settlement, with the first sawmill built in 1861. The town of Little Lake had sprung up on Baechtel land, consisting of a store, meeting house, blacksmith shop and a saloon. In 1865 Kirk Brier built a store to the north on Hiram Willitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; land, and the town of Willitsville grew around it. The townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prosperity back in the frontier days attracted the famous stagecoach robber Black Bart, who robbed coaches on the steep Ridgewood Summit, between Willits and Ukiah.

In 1911, tracks were extended from the California Western Railwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Skunk Train to reach Willits. The former logging train still connects Willits with Fort Bragg on the Mendocino coast and is a favorite attraction for visitors to the area. The train is famous for its four-hour tour of the scenic corridor between the two towns. The route travels through redwood forests, along rushing streams and

photo by Steve Eberhard

cans. It also has oral history interviews from Mendocino citizens, collections of Pomo and Yuki baskets and historical logging artifacts.

The museum is located at 400 East Commercial Street, (707) 459-2736.

Whether your just passing through or live in the area Willits KOA and Resort has camping, rental cabins and day use facilities for outdoor family recreation. The day use facilities include a fishing pond, petting zoo, mini golf, playground, disc golf course, hiking trails and an arcade. For more information, call (800) 562-8542. www.koa.com/where/ca/05257

Downtown Willits Specialty Shops Serving No. California for 18 Years

The Goodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

STAMP SHOPPE The Best Local Art and Fine Jewelry

/BUVSBM 'JCFS $MPUIJOH )BSE UP 'JOE 6QTDBMF -JOFT -BSHFTU 4FMFDUJPO PG 6HHT JO /P $BMJG

www.blueskygallery.com

100 So. Main Street â&#x20AC;˘ Willits

21 S. Main Street â&#x20AC;˘ Willits

707-459-0211

54 Mendocino County â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

707-456-9025

Donna Stropes

Traditional Toys Rubber Stamps â&#x20AC;˘ Paper Goods Art Supplies â&#x20AC;˘ Jewelry Puzzles & Games

56 So. Main St. Hwy.101 WILLITS 707.459.1363 californiapapergoods.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

LENORE N ST

BOSCABELLE AVE

S

Cre

tel

www.thebookjuggler.com

e

OPEN

7

D AY S A W E E K !

38 So Main St • Willits • 707.459.3034 Voyage for the Soul OpenCulture Mon-Sat 9-7&&Beauty Sun 10-6 into Color,

PLA PO

HAZEL

POPLAR

ST ST

Babcock Park

20

FURLONG RD

BAECHTEL RD

RY

• Gourmet Ice Cream • Coffee & Tea • Unique Gifts • Horse & Tack

RD

LN

23 MAGUIRE LN ALDER CT

Baechtel

Cre ek

ST

TEL

LOCUST

JD R EDHOUSE

H EC

GREGO

RD

ELL

BA

21

NOT ALL STREETS SHOWN • MAP NOT TO SCALE ©2008 101 Things To Do®

SH

WILLOW

ST

ST

19

R

OLIA MA GN

DA R CE

LOCUST

Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital

MADRONE ST

AVE

VIOLA ST

ST

CRESS

ST

ST

LN CHERRY ST

(707) 459-4075

ch

Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6

Eclectic, Artistic Clothing, Local/Global Handcraft, Intimates, Natural Fiber to Gypsy Chic, Tribal Apparel, Accessories, Jewelry, Footwear, Rustic Furniture, Furnishing, Rugs, Crocs Donation Center and More...

AVE

AV E

BLOSSER

Ba

ST

DR

1 8 2 S . Ma i n S t , Wi l l i t s

ek

E BARBARA LN SOUTH ST

HOLLY

MEADOWBROOK

80,000 in Stock!

Used Books

MAIN

PINE VIEW DR

LENORE

MARIN

ST

BARBARA LN

DR

22

CENTER VALLEY RD

BUY - SELL - TRADE

AVE

OAK

E

WALNUT

Black Bart Casino

Willits Rodeo Grounds

Recreation Grove Park

ALAMEDA AVE

ST

DELLA

The Book Juggler

Roots of Motive Power Museum

E SAN FRANCISCO

OAK AVE

FRANKLIN

CREST

Cr ee k

ST

ST HUMBOLDt

ST

ST

W

County Museum

MONROE ST MAIN

MILL

E SAN FRANCISCO

W SAN FRANCISCO

BUSH ST

Broaddus

ER

ST

PO

MANZANITA

FLOW

Chamber of Commerce

E VALLEY

ST

BRAG G R D

17

MADDEN ST

MAIN ST

COAST

ST

ST

CALIFORNIA ST

ST NORTH

COAST

FORT

Skunk Train Depot

TUTTLE LN

W VALLEY

ESTER LN RAYMOND

ST

I TS –

PEARL

16

Library

COMMERCIAL

E VAN LN E MENDOCINO

HARRIS ST ST

E

Police

15

ST

Mendocino College

PENN

M il l

10 11 WOOD

Snider Park

City Hall

COMMERCIAL

ST

ST

SPRUCE ST

PINE

To Mendocino, Fort Bragg

18

ST

Fire Dept.

12 13 14 ST

AVE

LAUREL

5 6

STATE

W VAN LN

NORTH

MAPLE ST

MENDOCINO AVE

MAPLE

W

REDWOOD

W

7 8 9

3 4

ek Cre

E

BROOKSIDE

OOD DOW M EA LN

OR N

R

R

RD

KD

MUIR

R EE

McKINLEY

LC

IDE D

MIL

HILLS

Creek

TH HAW LN

WI LL

ST

OD

R K WAY

LE Y

RD

OO

k

Mill

To Laytonville, Legget, Humboldt County, Garberville

WO

N OR TH B

SH ER

its Will

Cr ee

EX

1 2

To Brooktrails (2.5 mi.)

Municipal Airport (5 mi.)

To Ridgewood Ranch (home of Seabiscuit)

ALDER LN

EAST HILL

24 EVERGREEN SHOPPING 26 25 CENTER

Ukiah, Hopland, Sonoma County

RD

&

CO

• Pet Food & Supplies • Housewares • Clothing & Footwear • Free Wi-Fi Access

212 S. Main Street • WILLITS • 707.459.1214

MAP KEY 1 Brooktrails Lodge

10 The Monkey Wrench

19 Super 8 Motel

2 Brooktrails Golf Course

11 The Loose Caboose

20 Gribaldo’s Diner

3 Blue Sky Gallery

12 The Moon Lady

21 Baechtel Creek Inn & Spa

4 Leather and Laces

13 Buster’s Burgers & Brew

22 Black Bart Casino

5 Zahara Starr

14 The Book Juggler

23 America’s Best Value Inn

6 Mazahar

15 Al’s Redwood Room

24 Old Mission Pizza

7 Purple Thistle Restaurant

16 JD Redhouse & Co.

25 Radio Shack

8 The Good’s Shoppe

17 The Skunk Train

26 Tropic Tails Pet Shop

9 Willit’s Pharmacy

18 Willits KOA

DO STUFF TM

Radio Shack is

Your store for power inverters, flashlights, batteries, portable DVD players, pre-paid cell phones, cell phone chargers, cell phone accessories, and much more!

1706 South Main Street | Willits Mon-Sat 9am-6pm | Sun10am-5pm Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

(8KLI8C @9<I CFK?<J -K<IC@E> -@CM<I 8E; H *I<:@FLJ !<D $<N<CIP .LIB@J? 8IG<KJ 8E; "FLJ<?FC; .I<8JLI<J

H

H H 2 South Main Street H Willits • (707) 459-1413 H Mention 101 Things To Do for H

H

H

,##

H

Willits Pharmacy Old-Fashioned Full-Service

Fresh Creamery Butter Fudge Made on Premises • Many Flavors Well-Stocked Gift Department Cards • Collectibles • Toys • Games

Your

707.459.2911

North Valley Bank

2KFNRB $FCQP >KA OQ

Store

707-459-6877

90 SO. MAIN ST. WILLITS (Near Skunk Train)

Black Bart Casino 24 Hours

100 Kawi Place - Willits, CA.

707.459.7330

www.blackbartcasino.com

& Accessories 154 S. Main St, Willits

707-456-9647 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 55

Willits: A little bit funky, a little bit fine!

by Jay Gordon Willits is a rich tapestry of colorful aspects that make it a distinctive place to live or visit.

Many rural communities in Northern California focus on a distinctive persona to create a niche lifestyle for themselves and visitors.

Willits can’t be bothered to choose. It likes being whatever feels good at the moment. It can claim to be many things and tell the truth about all of them. What others might call confusion, Willits calls diversity. It’s all true!

Main Street looks a lot like other rural towns in Northern California. It is also Highway 101.

Yes, Willits is the first stoplight after you leave the Golden Gate Bridge driving north. Willits is also the “Gateway to the Redwoods,” going north and the “Gateway to the Wine County” going south.

Willits was the home of the famous Depression-era racehorse Seabiscuit. Ridgewood Ranch is open for walking tours during the summer.

Willits is still home to honest-to-goodness cowboys, particularly evident during “Frontier Days,” the 4th of July weekend festivities featuring the longest continual rodeo in California. See page 58 for more information.

There’s also a substantial cluster of hightech and retired types (not necessarily mutually exclusive).

You’ll find proof of the statement that Mendocino County has more artists per square mile than anywhere else in the U.S., if you walk a block without rubbing shoulders with an artist/photographer/crafts-person/performing artist. If you’re on that block you have somehow driven past Willits.

The Willit’s Community Theater has celebrated 30 years of year-round live entertainment. There’s even a multiplex movie theater, the Noyo.

The Mendocino County Museum and the Roots of Motive Power are located in Willits, and are chock-full of interesting bits of history of Mendocino County. You will be amazed at what you will discover!

There are the usual antique stores and art galleries—along with tattoo parlors and skate board emporiums. (Yes, Willits has a state-ofthe-art skate park.) There is even a general mercantile store that serves ice cream and taffy. A surprising number of restaurants serve good food at reasonable prices. There are spa hotels as well as the usual chains. Several nice family-friendly parks are within walking distance of downtown. There are several pubs. One is Irish and features live music; the other has a pool table and serves Thai food. You’re beginning to understand “diverse,” right?

There is always plenty to do in Willits. Check the Chamber of Commerce website for details about everything mentioned here. www.willits.org

84

Willits Play at Willits’ City Parks

If you want to spend a nice afternoon in Willits, visit one or all of their city parks. Recreation Grove Park, the largest park in town, is at the corner of Commercial and South Lenore Streets. The park includes a stage, arena, covered picnic tables, restrooms, barbecues, a food service building and a playground for the kids.

The Willits City Park is downtown across 101 Things To Do® photo from the City Hall.

Under a canopy of The Skunk Train takes passengers on a magical ride from Fort Bragg to Willits. trees you will find a playground and the Centennial Monuartifacts and exhibits on the area’s Motive Power the past comes alive with physical ment, which was rich history, such as an old stage- history. Standing next to these locomotives is like dedicated in 1988 coach, relics from the clipper ship standing amongst huge, metal, fire- eating and in celebration of the “Frolic” and Native American steam-breathing giants.

Willits 100 years’ baskets. as an incorporated There is also a mock creamery, city. This park is 101 Things To Do® photo a locomotive exhibit and other also the location for examples of what life was like in the weekly Farmers Market. Babcock Park, the Mendocino County starting from its inception. smallest park in Willits, is off U.S. Highway The museum is a wonderful place to learn about 101 adjacent to the Frank Howard Memorial the area. You can find the Mendocino County Hospital. There you can stretch your legs under Museum off Highway 101, on Commercial Street some trees, by the fountain, or even have a in Willits. Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, picnic lunch. For more information, call the 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call City of Willits at (707) 495-4601.

(707) 459-2736. www.willitscity.com www.co.mendocino.ca.us/museum

85

Visit Mendocino County Museum

Do you remember the movie “Seabiscuit” about the race horse that captured the hearts of millions of people in the early 1900s? This famous steed was from the Willits area and the Mendocino County Museum has an extensive exhibit on his career. There are numerous

The Gateway to the Redwoods!

86

Learn about the This is a PDF copy of your ad for the 2008 edition of Roots of Motive Power

101 Things To Do® in MENDOCINO magazine photo by Chris Baldo .

Take a trip back in time at Roots of Motive Power and learn about steam engines and the Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to pro Roots is a nonprofit is in largeroots of the logging industry in north A replywestern is needed in order to move forward.organization, The client assumes full responsib part built and maintained by volunteers California. California’s history was built on the for accuracy and completeness of information in in thethe ad. backs of these rolling marvels, and at Roots of community, and works in conjunction with the Mendocino Museum.

Anyone interested in or i Please sign and fax, mail or replyCounty to this email, any changes is encouragedfor to become a member The publisher willhelping not beout responsible any errors if proof is n and lend a hand on regularly-scheduled workdays, which take place the first and third Sundays of PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ D each month. The organization also holds classes, such as Steam Engineer and Railroad Safety classes. Whether you would like to join in the Make these corrections ____________________________________________________ D action or just want to visit, this is a great way to connect with our collective past. Tours can be arranged by making an appointment, on Thursdays, by calling (707) 495-7782.

Roots of Motive Power is next to the Mendocino County Museum, located at 400 E. Commercial St., Willits. For more information about visiting, becoming a member, history or upcoming events, check the Roots of Motive Power website, or call (707) 459-4549.

Mendocino County Museum, 101 Things To Do® photo www.rootsofmotivepower.com

P

P

Seasonal Pool & Spa Courtyard Guest Laundry In-Room Jacuzzi All Rooms have Coffee Microwave, Fridge Ironing Board Blow Dryer High Speed Internet Wi-Fi Ready

Brooktrails Golf Course & Grill

Twenty two gorgeous acres of majestic redwoods bordering the second longest salmon run in North America!

We specialize in memorable and magical events.

Overnight accommodations available.

1119 So. Main Street • Willits

9-Hole Course • Pro Shop Rentals • Lessons

Retreats • Conferences • Weddings Meetings • Banquets • Seminars

www.the.super8.com/willits

24860 Birch St., Willits, CA 95490 (707) 459-6761

707-459-1596 • www.brooktrailslodge.com

(707) 459-3388 • Reservations (800) 817-7508 56 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

24675 Birch St Willits CA 95490

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Willits

87

Tour the Home of Seabiscuit

Tour the Home of Seabiscuit

Ridgewood Ranch tours are available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, June through September, starting at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 459-5992. Full tours are available on selected Saturdays, May through October, starting at 9 a.m. Reservations are required and are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Children under 5 not recommended. For information or to make reservations call the Willits Chamber of Commerce, at 459-7910. Reservations can also be make online through the Chamber’s website. www.willits.org www.seabiscuitheritage.com

The legendary race horse, and subject of a major motion picture, Seabiscuit lived and is buried at Ridgewood Ranch between Willits and Ukiah along Highway 101 in central Mendocino County. Seabiscuit’s owner, Charles Howard, a successful automobile dealer in San Francisco, bought the ranch in 1921. In 1925 tragedy struck at the ranch when Charles’ 15-year-old son, Frank, died in a truck accident. A few years later, Charles married Marcella and they decided to buy a racehorse.

With the advice of trainer Tom Smith, they Take a Ride on paid $7,500 for Seabiscuit, a 3-year-old, seemingly broken down and rebellious horse. Jockey the Skunk Train Red Pollard joined the group and they began to The Skunk Train will take you back in time as restore the confidence previous owners had in you are whisked away on a fantastic journey. This the horse. Seabiscuit became one of the greatest photo by Catharine Martin racehorses in history, a symbol of hope for under- is a historically accurate train line running from Ridgewood Ranch, home and final resting place of Seabiscuit. dogs everywhere. Seabiscuit was retired just Fort Bragg to Willits that showcases the phenomenal beauty of the area. Everyone will enjoy four years after they had bought him. In that time, Seabiscuit had won well over $400,000 ductor will offer fun facts as you make the trip in purse money. Seabiscuit to the halfway point, Northspur, a great spot for Ride the Willits sired a number of colts, and lunch and a chance to stretch your legs. The train his lineage is still living in the Skate Park offers closed cars with seating, as well as open, Willits area. stand-only cars that optimize the scenic views.

Love it or hate it, skateboarding is here to Charles died in 1950, and If the natural beauty isn’t enough, the Skunk stay. Local communities all over the country are the ranch was sold the next Train also provides the famous “train-singer” to coming together to create fun and safe areas year. The “Church of the Golden entertain you. Kids and adults of all ages will for local skateboarders. The Willits Skate Park Rule” purchased the property in be entranced from the moment the conductor has enough rails and rollers, hips and fun boxes, the 1960s. The Seabiscuit Heriyells “All aboard!,” blows the whistle and bel- quarter pipes and coping, to turn your legs to tage Foundation, a 501(c)(3) lows the horn, until they step off the train in jelly and make your mind flip. Add in an 8 foot non-profit organization, was Fort Bragg. bowl for your pumping pleasure and you have formed to promote the cultural You can find the Skunk Train Depot in yourself a skaters dream. The Willits Skate Park legacy of Ridgewood Ranch Fort Bragg on Laurel St., and in Willits on was the first skate park in Mendocino County. in Willits, the home and final E. Commercial St. For more information, call The last of the cement for this park was poured resting place of the legendary (800) 866-1690. in 2004, but the vast community effort that was racehorse Seabiscuit, through www.skunktrain.com historic preservation, environmental conservation and public education. The Foundation’s ultimate goal is to create a living museum by continuing Ridgewood’s 150-year history as a working ranch.

The Foundation is comThis is a PDF copy of your ad for the 2008 edition of mitted to develop, maintain 101 Things To Do® in MENDOCINO magazine. and expand educational proPlease check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. grams that reflect the broad ads@101things.com A reply is needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility cultural heritage of the Ranch, for accuracy and completeness of information in the ad.

Fx: (707) 443-5309 including the occupation by the Northern Pomo Indians and the Please sign and fax, mail or reply to this email, any changes or if the PROOF IS O.K. development of the land as a The publisher will not be responsible for any errors if proof is not returned. working ranch by a succession of owners. Individuals interested in directly contributing to the photo courtesy of the Skunk Train PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ preservation and conservation winding through the countryside over bridges of Ridgewood Ranch should send a donation to the and trestles and through tunnels. Breathtaking Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation at The Seabiscuit Make these corrections ____________________________________________________ Date_ _____________________________ Heritage Foundation, c/o Ridgewood Ranch, views of 1,000-year old redwoods and crisp clean 16200 Highway 101, Willits, CA 95460 or to the mountain air are just a few of the wonderful Willits Skate Park, photo by Steve Eberhard Mendocino Land Trust, Inc., Post Office Box 1094, reasons to take a ride on the Skunk Train.

The experienced and knowledgeable conMendocino, CA 95460.

88

89

P P

Unique Lodging in a Quiet Creekside Setting in the Heart of Mendocino County

Baechtel Creek Inn&Spa Ahh . . . Our Spa! Massages, Facials & Body Treatments Spa and Skunk Train Packages Available Standard, Superior or Custom Rooms Breakfast • Pool • Hot Tub • Wireless Internet

Mention this ad for

$10 off

1 0 1 G r ego r y L a n e, Wi l l i t s • 7 0 7 - 4 5 9 - 9 0 6 3 • w w w. b a e c h t e l c r e e k i n n . c o m Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

a 1 hour SPA Treatment

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 57

America’s

Willits Making Memories for Over 20 Years

Best Value Holiday Lodge Willits Gateway to the Redwoods, Skunk Train & Seabiscuit Ranch Clean Quiet Rooms • Pool • AC In Room Coffee, Microwaves & Refrigerators Free HBO & Extended Cable Restaurants within Walking Distance Free Local Calls • Free DSL Service

Open Monday through Saturday • 10am-4pm

Reservations recommended • To Go orders welcome!

(707) 459-1434 • 10 Wood St. Willits, CA — Sorry, we do not accept credit cards. —

1540 S. Main St. • Willits, CA 95490

(707) 459-5361

Reservation Only (800) 835-3972 www.holidaylodgewillits.com www.bestvalueinn.com

SAVE 10%

when you mention 101 Things To Do

• Fishing Pond • Petting Zoo • Mini Golf • Arcade • Playground • Disc Golf Course • Hiking Trails

Summer Program Includes • Swimming Pool, • Rental Bikes • Ice Cream Social • Live Entertainment • Hula Hoop Contests • Singing, Dancing, Karaoke

OVERNIGHT CAMPING

AND

90

DAY USE AVAILABLE!

(707) 459-6179 • Willits KOA • 1600 Highway 20 • Willits, CA 95490 Reserve at willitskoa.com or call (800) 562-8542 • Email: willitskoa@pacific.net

101

put into this park is truly a testament to what can be accomplished if a few people follow through with a big idea. The effort was started in 2000, and the finished product, an 18,500-square foot cement skate park, came together some five years later. In the end, over 6,000 man-hours of volunteered time and roughly $800,000 in grants and donated funds, all helped to make this possible.

Come to skate or just to check out the action. With the work complete, the park is now one of Northern California’s premier skate destinations. The park welcomes anyone on skateboards, roller skates or rollerblades. Sorry, no bicycles are allowed. Bring your pads because helmets, elbow pads and knee pads are a must.

The park is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the winter; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the summer.

From Hwy. 101 turn east on East Commercial St., the park is about one-half mile down on the left-hand side (north side of street), near the ball fields. www.willitsskatepark.com

The center holds publicly sponsored and locallygrown art shows throughout the year.

New to the WCA is the upstairs gallery.

Although not open as of early 2008, the volunteers and council members are working hard to get the space up and running. Once open the upstairs may be used as a multi-use facility for small banquets, dinners, dances and as another venue to showcase local art.

Regular hours at the WCA are Thursday, Friday 4 to 7 p.m.; and Saturday, Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. An updated listing of current shows and events can be found on the WCA website.

If you wish to donate your time and/or funds to help in any way, call and see if you can help. The WCA is located 71 E. Commercial St., Willits. For more information, call 459-1726. www.willitscenterforthearts.org

Indulge in the Willits Center for the Arts

There is a wealth of art being created everyday. The Willits area in Mendocino County is no exception.

The Willits Center for the Arts was created to nurture and showcase the art that makes Northern California a creative, cultural epicenter, and features a new show every month.

The city first formed a seven member Cultural Arts Commission in 1993. After seven long years of hard work, fundraisers and many volunteer hours, the center was opened in 2000.

The goal of the center is to promote the arts, local artists, and to provide low-cost art and to the entire community.

• art-related Ph: (707)services 443-1234

Willits Community Theatre, photo by Ken Dixon

91

Help Celebrate Willits Community Theatre’s 30th Season

There is nothing like live theatre—actors up close, the sound of footsteps across the stage, just the performers and the audience, with Things To Do® • P.O. Box 1374 • Eureka, CA 95502 no second takes and very few special Fax: (707) 443-5309 • ads@101things.com • www.101things.com effects. The Willits area has cultivated a strong theatrical community that draws crowds from Mendocino County and the world beyond.

The Willits Community Theatre provides locally-supported, live theatre throughout the year. Established in 1977, this locally-based production company has come from humble beginnings to establish what is now a robust theatrical presence in Mendocino County.

Ti c k e t s c a n b e p u r c h a s e d at the door or in advance through Leaves of Grass Bookstore, (707) 549-3744. Tickets are $10 for Thursday night performances, $15 Willits Center for the Arts, photo by Steve Eberhard Friday and $10 for Sunday matinees

AL’S

REDWOOD ROOM A Willits Tradition Since 1901

American & Thai Cuisine Indoor & Patio Dining Full Bar

707-459-2444

207 South Main St. Willits 58 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

A Willits Tradition A

l’s Redwood Room is the oldest continually operated business in Willits. The Redwood Room got its name when it was part of the Willits Hotel, which was constructed in 1902. It became Al’s Redwood Room in the early 1950s when it was owned by Al Greenburg, who had an Al’s Redwood Room neon sign made and hung on the outside of the establishment. The Redwood Room has survived several fires, four location changes, Prohibition and the ownership of multiple proprietors. Today at Al’s Redwood Room, along with all the qualities of a historic tavern, you’ll also find American and Thai food, and the old 1950s sign restored to its original splendor.

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Willits (first and second Sunday of each run). The WCTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free newsletter is issued five times annually and provides information about upcoming shows and the current events in the local theatre community. For more information, call (707) 459-0859.

To be added to the newsletter mailing list, mail to: wct@willitsonline.com.

The Willits Shakespeare Company was established in 1998 and is proud to be a theatrical outlet for live performance in the Willits and surrounding areas. With the support of the local community the WSC is able to produce one youth Shakespeare production each year. In addition, the WSC holds acting and theatre related workshops throughout the year, (707) 456-0152. www.allaboutwct.org www.willitsbard.com

for beginning golfers and low handicappers alike.

The lush green course at Brooktrails is extremely flat. The fairways and greens are both very level, which makes putting easy and makes it difficult to get a bad lie in the fairways. You will enjoy golfing among the enormous fir and pine trees that line the Brooktrails Golf Course and taking in the wonderful views of the Mendocino countryside.

A lazy stream winds through seven of the courses holes and walking the course is fairly easy. The golf course is right across the street from the lovely Brooktrails Lodge. The lodge offers a fantastic masseuse, luxurious hot tubs and magnificently crafted and detailed redwood interior. For more information, call (707) 4596761, or the Brooktrails Lodge at 459-1596. www.brooktrailslodge.com

93

Willits Community Theatre Productions 2008 The Housekeeper, March 21 to April 5 The Grass is Greener, May 9 to 24 Love, Sex & The IRS, Sept. 5 to 20 Romantic Comedy, Oct. 31 to Nov. 15

Take the Stunningly Scenic Drive to Covelo

Ten miles north of Willits, State Route 162 runs east from Highway 101. Known as the Covelo Road, it meanders through the Mendocino National Forest all the way to Glenn County and Golf Brooktrails Willows. It is one the most beautiful riparian back roads in California. An hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey over in Willits this 41-mile road will take you back to the past If you are itching to hit the links while in and into the heart of unspoiled nature.

Mendocino County, a great place to go is the Your odyssey will follow the tracks of the Brooktrails Golf Course. This nine-hole gem is historic Northwestern Pacific Railroad with its located in Willits on Birch Street and is perfect majestic tunnels, trestles and tracks cutting through the hills and river canyons.

Opened in 1914, with its final run in the 1990s, the NWP railroad that once ran the length of the Eel River from Willits to Eureka is itself a man-made wonder. Built by hard, hand, mostly immigrant labor at the turn of the century, it is a sight to behold. The remaining glory of the railroad invokes a sense of history and nostalgia for a time carved in stone but no longer here.

The Covelo Road, Route 162, will transport you through mixed confer forests, oak woodlands, grass glades, canyons and wet meadows.

In fall and winter, the forests and the majestic Eel River are the stars of the journey. The road follows the course of both the South and Middle forks of the Eel for a time.

See a wild, natural waterway in motion, waxing and waning through the seasons, visually and spiritually refreshing. In spring and summer, California poppies, penstemon, shooting stars, wild iris, Indian paintbrush, dogwood, wild lilac and several varieties of lupine steal the show with breathtaking explosions of color. Go aheadâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;take a drive on the wild side. Head for Covelo and an outdoor experience youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Brooktrails Golf Course, photo by Gregg Gardiner never forget.

92

1708 S Main WILLITS

OPEN 7 DAYS 707-459-6811

Giant Screen TV ~ Video Games

Banquet Facilities ~ Group Catering

Mendocino Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Finest

Pizza ~ Sandwiches ~ Burgers Salad Bar ~ Beer ~ Wine Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

photo by Gregg Gardiner

One of the many picturesque views along the scenic drive to Covelo.

0URPLE 4HISTLE 2ESTAURANT 4HE !MBIANCE 4HE 3ERVICE

4HE &OOD /FFERING AN ECLECTIC MENU PAIRED WITH LOCAL WINES AND BEERS

3OUTH -AIN 3TREET 7),,)43 V 2ESERVATIONS 2ECOMMENDED

Gribaldoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe Family Style Dining Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

Great Prices Open 7 Days a Week 6am - 10pm

707-459-2256 1551 South Main St. Willits

1MBTNB 57 T t #FFST PO 5BQ $PNF 8BUDI ZPVS 'BWPSJUF 4QPSUJOH &WFOU 'BNJMZ 'SJFOEMZ "UNPTQIFSF -PDBM (SBTT 'FE #FFG t 7FHFUBSJBO BOE 7FHBO 'SJFOEMZ

4 .BJO 4U # t 8JMMJUT $" t www.101things.com â&#x20AC;˘ Mendocino County 59

Covelo

What to do in Covelo?

I

COVELO RD

f your journey takes you off Highway 101 northeast on Route 162, you will be heading towards one of Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prettiest pockets of nature. The drive will take you along the old Northwestern PaciďŹ c Railroad, along the ancient waters of the Eel River into a land that Native Americans venerate to this day.

Covelo and the Round Valley, with its breathtaking mountains, the majestic Eel River, groves of conifers and valley oaks, offer a rare glimpse of the wilderness to share and remember. The air is fresh, crisp and clean and the view is literally panoramic.

The ďŹ rst inhabitants of Round Valley were members of the Native American Yuki tribe who resided there for thousands of years until the mid-1850s when 162 they were forced onto a reservation, TO: BLACK BUTTE eventually together with seven other RIVER RANCH photo by Denny Lopiano tribes. Over the past century, the area 1 around the reservation has been populated with small settlements. Industry did pass through MAP KEY brieďŹ&#x201A;y but left the natural beauty of the land162 scape relatively untouched. Even the old railroad This is a PDF copy of your ad for the 2008 edition of line with its turn-of-the-century designed trestles Black Butte River Ranch .

3101 Things To DoÂŽ in MENDOCINO1magazine and tunnels seems a natural work of art today, ALL STREETS SHOWN more sculpture than scar.

Please check this proof NOT carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed.

MAP NOT TO SCALE 2 Summit Realty The little town of Covelo at the south end of ads@101things.com Š2008 101 Things To DoŽ A reply is2needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility Round Valley (population almost 1200) is a unique for accuracy and completeness of information in the ad.

(707)cultural 443-5309 enclave in the middle of a natural world.

E LANE & 3 Hidden Oaks CasinoFx: It has a respected community of artists who speHOWARD Please sign and fax,STmail or if the PROOF IS O.K. 4 or reply to this email, any changes Restaurant cialize in a myriad of media: Japanese textiles, ST The GREELY publisher will not be responsible for any errors if proof is not returned. ceramics, drumming, graphic arts, photography, GRANGE ST 4 North Fork Cafe quilting, woodcuts, oil painting, sculpture and 5 exquisite expressions of Native American basOOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ ketry and beading. The Round Valley Community 5 Tuckstop Diner Theater presents plays all year long, including a RIFFE RD few specially designed for children. The town is EBERIE ST 6 M & M Feed ke these corrections ____________________________________________________ Date_ _____________________________ & Supply rich in music as well, with groups that perform 7 everything from classical to bluegrass and rock.

7 Wagon Wheel Motel The rich Native American presence remains 6 proud and the local Indian Days Celebration is a unique opportunity to share their culture. Celebrating with arts, crafts and food, the three-day 162 festival held in September at Hidden Oaks Park in Covelo has much to offer. There is a parade, rodeo, softball tournament, live entertainment, a 5-mile walk/run, traditional Indian dancers and drummers and incredible, fresh cultural food. There is also a Harvest Festival held at the Blackberry Festival Grounds in September that features organic, home-grown produce and other locally-made foods along with workshops and entertainment.

At the heart of almost every trip toward Covelo is the desire to experience nature. The Mendocino National Forest and the Yolla BollyMiddle Eel Wilderness Area are stars in the !CRES K !CRES K !CRES K National Parks Program and can provide you with the ultimate outdoor experience.

There are accommodations for equestrians too. Black Butte River Ranch offers a country store, RV park and campsites, cabins and equestrian facilities for boarding including nine paddocks and seven acres of pasture if you come 7ILLITS to ride. Trail riding maps are available for the Mendocino National Forest, 34985 Etsel Ridge !CRES K !CRES K !CRES K Road in Covelo, (707) 983-9438.

HILL RD

MAIN ST

COVELO RD

LOVELLE ST

HIGH SCHOOL ST

HENDERSON LN

COVELO

Gateway to the Mendocino National Forest and the Yolla Bolly Wilderness Area

â&#x20AC;˘ ATV/Dirt Bike Riding/OHV (thousands of acres of trails) â&#x20AC;˘ Backpacking/Camping/RVing â&#x20AC;˘ Boating Lake Pillsbury (2,280 acres) â&#x20AC;˘ Cross Country Skiing â&#x20AC;˘ Fishing / Swimming â&#x20AC;˘ Hiking, Looking for Waterfalls â&#x20AC;˘ Horseback Riding â&#x20AC;˘ Hunting â&#x20AC;˘ Incredible Photography with Panoramic views of Majestic Mountains â&#x20AC;˘ Jade Hunting in the Eel River â&#x20AC;˘ Kayaking / Rafting the Eel River â&#x20AC;˘ Mushroom Hunting â&#x20AC;˘ Nature Study â&#x20AC;˘ Picnic â&#x20AC;˘ Rock Climbing â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Hidden Oaks Casino â&#x20AC;˘ Wildflower Picking PLUS: â&#x20AC;˘ Find and Cut Your Christmas Tree (with $10 Permit in National Forest) www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino/

There are also hundreds of ATV and motorbike trails running throughout the Round Valley.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bit of dirtbike, off-road paradise. Mountain bikers wanted!

There is much in Covelo to comfort the wanderer, the biker, the hiker, the ďŹ sherman, the family. For in-town accommodations thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Wagon Wheel Motel featuring 17 rooms with refrigerators, microwaves, HBO and coffee service located at 75860 Covelo Road, (707) 983-6717.

The TuckStop Diner has quality hometown cooking for dine-in or take-out with plenty of the classic daily specials we still love. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re open Wednesday through Sunday from 7:00 am to 3:00 p.m., located at 76290 Commercial St. in Covelo, (707) 983-8141.

The North Fork CafĂŠ offers Chef Danny Lopianoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mostly Italianâ&#x20AC;? cooking. Delicious food, great service, nice presentation, comfy and uptown, all at the same time. Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., (707) 983-8014. (They also own the classy espresso truck seen around town.)

There is also great food and a really good time waiting at the Hidden Oaks Casino and Restaurant on the Round Valley Reservation.

The casino offers over 100 Vegas-style games, including progressives and electronic poker. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner every day, (707) 983-6896.

At the heart of every rural paradise is the feed store, offering everything from fishing licenses to tool rentals, household and sporting goods, hardware and farm and pet supplies.

Covelo has M&M Feed & Supply, and they do have it all at 74540 Hill Road in Covelo, (707) 983-6273.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a small but friendly place, located in the heart of one of Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most beautiful wilderness areas, and it ďŹ ts right in.

Round Valley.org ROUND VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE proudly sponsors our annual

Blackberry Festival in August,

3UMMIT 2EALTY

$OLORES $UNLAP Â&#x192; !SSOCIATE

"OB 4RIMMER Â&#x192; !SSOCIATE

Harvest Festival and Crab

in Fall

Feed late Winter

Â&#x192; CELL

DOLORESDUNLAP YAHOO COM RWTRIMMER SBCGLOBAL NET

Visit our website for a listing of local businesses, farms, craftspeople, musicians, organizations, services and calendar of events

#OVELO 2OAD #OVELO

Visit Natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hideaway in Beautiful Covelo!

60 Mendocino County â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

101 Things To DoÂŽ â&#x20AC;˘ P.O. Box 1374 â&#x20AC;˘ Eureka, CA 95502 â&#x20AC;˘ Ph: (707) 443-1234

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ÂŽ

NORTH FORK CAFE

94

Whitewater Raft on the Eel River

One of the most striking features of magnificent Mendocino County is the gorgeous, shimmering Eel River. This wild river that runs near Covelo is popular among locals and tourists alike. The river’s flow ranges from lazy curves to churning whitewater.

It meanders for over 150 miles through the Mendocino National Forest before it flows into the Pacific Ocean. While the river is very popular for a variety of activities in the summer months, it’s not always safe and quiet.

When the waters are high in late winter and early spring, the river turns into a rushing, foaming cauldron.

There are experienced rafting outfitters here that will take you on the ride of a lifetime. It’s a year-round delight that offers thrilling rapids and lazy summer swimming holes. There are several forks of the Eel River running north to Humboldt County.

The South Fork runs parallel to U.S. Highway 101 near Leggett. Another fork runs around the Round Valley Indian Reservation near Covelo and

photo by Michael Guerriero, www.rubiconadventures.com

Dos Rios and into the Mendocino National Forest.

For more information, call Rubicon Adventures at (707) 887-2452 or Tributary Whitewater Tours at (800) 672-3846. www.rubiconadventures.com www.whitewatertours.com

95

Visit Mendocino National Forest

The Mendocino National Forest, just to the east of Covelo, covers an enormous area that is perfect for outdoor recreation. The Forest offers fantastic scenery for any number of activities, including hiking, mountain biking and camping.

The elevation ranges from a mere 750 feet in

the Grindstone Creek Canyon to over 8,000 feet atop Yolla Bolly Mountain. This beautiful area was once home to several different Native American tribes that lived off the land. The Mendocino National Forest is home to a variety

4J

Covelo

O DF

.PTUMZ *UBMJBO $VJTJOF

Hdjeh ✷ ;gZh] HZV[ddY ✷ EVhiV E^ooV ✷ 7ZZg ✷ L^cZ ✷ :hegZhhd Eg^bZ G^W dc i]Z LZZ`ZcY HiZV`h

Wed. - Sat. 5-9:30p.m. ✷ Chef Denny Lopiano

76365 Covelo Rd. ✷ Covelo, CA ✷ (707) 983-8014

Black Butte River Ranch courtesy of the US Forest Service

of wildflowers, including penstemon, wild iris, shooting stars, Indian paintbrush, buttercups and wild lilacs. You can travel through many different ecological settings and habitats. If you would like to venture off the main road, the park rangers manage a few different trails for offhighway vehicle use. The forest is teeming with animal life, such as elk, deer, black bear, eagles, falcons, coyote and mountain lions. There are rivers to fish and hunting is allowed in season.

The Forest is located in the northeastern part of Mendocino County. In the winter call for road conditions—some roads may not be passable. For more information, call (530) 934-3316. www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino

Wagon Wheel Motel Prime location in the center of town • 17 rooms with Refrigerators • Microwaves • HBO available • Coffee service

75860 Covelo Rd. Covelo, CA 95428

(707) 983-6717

• 14 acre secluded facility • rustic cabins • full RV hookup • tent camping • country store • equestrian facilities • hiking & fishing • great swimming holes www.blackbutteriverranch.com where the Eel and Black Butte rivers meet at the edge of the Mendocino National Forest

34985 Etsel Ridge Road • COVELO • 707-983-9438

HIDDEN OAKS CASINO & RESTAURANT Over 100 Vegas Style Gaming Machines • Progressive Games • Poker • Monthly Giveaways • Great Friendly Staff Plus — Full Service Restaurant with Daily Specials, Steaks, Chops, Prime Rib

1UALITY (OMETOWN #OOKING

Hardware & Farm Supplies Feed • Pet • Garden • Fencing Paint • Electrical • Plumbing Housewares • Sporting Goods Just Ask Rental • Tools Hunting & Fishing Licenses Hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am-6pm

707-983-6273

74540 Hill Road, Covelo Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Dine In - Take-out - Specials Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3pm

707-983-8141

76290 Commercial St. Covelo

“It’s Worth the Ride” 76600 Covelo Rd • COVELO • 707-983-6896 www.101things.com • Mendocino County 61

2

Leggett

1

To ToPiercy, Piercy, Garberville Garberville

MAP KEY 3

Standish-Hickey Standish-Hickey State Recreation Recreation State Area Area

1

D

UN D

photo by Gregg Gardiner

4

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Confusion Hill Redwood River Resort The Peg House Drive Thru Tree Leggett Market Angelo’s Pizza Plus Redwood Mercantile Market Stonegate Villas

OO D L N 5 ER W

LEGGETT

200 acres of preserved virgin redwood forest. Leggett is also home to the legendary 6 Confusion Hill.

One mile north of Leggett, you will come upon the Standish-Hickey State Recreation NOT ALLSTREETS STREETSSHOWN SHOWN •• MAP NOT ALL MAP NOT NOTTO TOSCALE SCALE ©2008101 101 Things Things To Do® ©2008 Do® Area. Welcoming outdoor-loving families for nearly a century, it offers camping in three campgrounds with 162 family campsites that will accommodate tents, trailers and motor SOUTH LEGGETT homes for camping year-round. StandishSOUTH LEGGETT Hickey is a favorite for picnicking, hiking, fishing and swimming.

DRIV E THRU 7 TREE RD Directly across the street from the Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area is the famous Peg House, a fixture on Highway 101 for generations of travelers, truckers, E TL N 8 families and fishermen. The Peg House began LIT AN RD This is a PDF copy of your ad for the 2008 edition of D R as a general store constructed of hand-hewn C beams held together with wooden pegs. 101 It Things To Do® in MENDOCINO magazine. sits on one of the widest spots inPlease that famous check this proof carefully and let us know how you would like us to proceed. ads@101things.com stretch of road. In times past, you couldissee A reply needed in order to move forward. The client assumes full responsibility logging trucks be lined up end to end on bothfor accuracy and completeness of information in the ad.

Fx: (707) 443-5309 sides with truckers racing across the road for mail or reply to this email, any changes or if the PROOF IS O.K. coffee and pie Please or a quicksign lunch. and It alsofax, became Theway publisher for any is notWhile returned.

Carving. there, take a few minutes to pay Be Mystified at errors if proof a favorite of travelers on their through will not be responsible your respects at the Twin Towers Memorial Trees. the great redwoods.

Confusion Hill ThereDate is a______________________________ gift shop, snack bar and playground PROOF IS O.K. Today that little store and gas__________________________________________________________ station have One of the many roadside attractions in the for the kids. You can find Campbell Bros. World grown into an espresso coffee spot, featuring northern Mendocino County is Campbell Bros. Famous Confusion Hill on Hwy. 101, 8 miles north an old-fashioned Italian corrections espresso maker____________________________________________________ that World Famous Confusion Hill. This is definitely of Leggett 15 miles south of Garberville. For Make these Date_and _____________________________ produces some of the best coffee drinks north a one-of-a-kind attraction. It has been the home more information, call (707) 925-6456. www.confusionhill.com of San Francisco. It also boasts a gourmet deli, of mystery and fun since 1949. There are several a bakery with award-winning treats, a quality adventures here including the Gravity book and gift shop, and a fantastic outdoor House and the Redwood Shoe House. When you step into the Gravity House, your body grill featuring local grass-fed beef. This past will seem to defy the laws of nature. You summer, the Peg House added a beautiful will be walking, sitting and even hanging wood-crafted covered stage in its redwood diagonally. grove garden patio to offer a venue for wide There is also the unique, miniature, variety of local musical entertainment and Mountain Train Ride that will take you on a the arts. So slow down a bit when you get to 30-minute ride up the hill and back down.

Leggett; there are sights, tastes and sounds Along the way you will learn about the Redwood Forest and see historical logging in the redwoods ahead. equipment on the side of the track. ConDA NN C R

RD

DR IVE T HR U

TR EE D R

riving north on Highway 101, Leggett is one of the last stops before reaching Humboldt County and is the true gateway to the redwoods. This is where the big trees really start to be seen along the highway and is one of the most impressive parts of the drive north.

Approximately 25 miles north of Laytonville is the town of Leggett, located at the junction of Highway 101 and Highway 1.

The former logging town attracts campers and travelers during the summer months and hordes of fishermen in the late fall when the salmon swim upstream to spawn. The population of Leggett fluctuates from about 350 to 500, depending on the season. Summer temperatures can hover in the 80s and 90s, but the Eel River is always nearby for cooling off. Leggett’s Drive-Thru Tree Park features the Chandelier Tree as the centerpiece of

Leggett

96

P

P

Relax in a secret garden under shade trees and redwoods with picnic tables, hammocks, gas barbecue and a comfortable, charming room.

STONEGATE VILLAS Drive Thru Tree Road in Leggett 2 miles south of Hwys 1 & 101 in the Redwood Forest Reservations: 800~925~6226 AMEX • VISA • MasterCard

WWW .

S TONEGATE - V ILLAS . COM

fusion Hill is also the home of the World’s Tallest Free Standing Redwood Chainsaw

Serving Mendocino and Humboldt Counties for 40 Years

67658 Drive Thru Rd Leggett • 925-6200

0)::!::

ith

w

62 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

ON THE

REDWOOD MERCANTILE & GARDEN SUPPLY

2EDWOOD (IGHWAY

WHERE (WY MEETS (WY ^ ^

FISHING LICENSES • CAMPING SUPPLIES ORGANIC & NATURAL FOOD FRESH MEAT & PRODUCE FULL LINE OF GARDEN SUPPLIES

OPEN DAILY

0)::!

,%''%44 -!2+%4 $%,)

courtesy of Confusion Hill

707-925-6033

66150 DRIVE-THRU TREE RD. LEGGETT, CA 95585 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

Leggett

97

Drive Through a Tree in Leggett

During the early part of the 20th Century, promoters of California’s tourism industry devised a clever way to entice visitors to see the captivating beauty of the redwood forests—cut a tunnel through a redwood and charge people a fee to drive their cars through to the other side. It was a great photo opportunity that quickly caught on. In time, there were a number of drive-thru trees, drive-on trees, walk-through trees and even step-thru stumps.

The park’s three campgrounds contain a total of 162 campsites. Amenities include wheelchair accessible restrooms with hot showers. There are also hike and bike campsites, nature trails, guided tours and a variety of programs to enjoy. The area also boasts great fishing spots and is a delightful swimming area on the south branch of the Eel River.

Pack a lunch and have a picnic at one of the many areas set aside in this rugged country. Take a hike on the Grove Trail and find yourself meandering and winding through the awe-inspiring stands of some of the largest trees in the world. The Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area’s campgrounds are open year-round; the day use areas are open from dawn till dusk. The area is located one and a half miles north of Leggett off U.S. Highway 101. For more information, call (707) 925-6482. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=423

99

courtesy of Chandelier Tree

The Chandelier Drive-Thru Tree in Leggett was hollowed out in the 1930s. The tree itself stands 315 feet high and has a diameter of 21 feet. The tunnel measures about six feet wide by nine feet tall, ample room for a standard car, but some vehicles are too wide. After you drive through the tree, enjoy a picnic and view the duck pond, visit the gift shop for a souvenir, or wander through some of the park’s 250 acres of redwood grove. www.drivethrutree.com

98

Camp, Hike, Fish at Standish-Hickey State Park

Standish-Hickey State Park offers you a chance to see some of the oldest and most majestic redwood trees in the world. Known as the “gateway to the tall trees country,” this area really lives up to its nickname. You can find many different ways to enjoy this beautiful 1,012-acre area.

Have an Adventure at Smithe Redwoods State Reserve

The Smithe Redwoods State Reserve is a fantastic area that really showcases the natural majesty and beauty of Mendocino County. This 665-acre area was previously a privately-owned resort that wowed its guests with its magnificent scenery. The land boasts an awesome 60-foot waterfall that cascades brilliantly down its shimmering descent. You can hike around the Smithe Redwoods State Reserve and walk through the lovely Frank and Bess Smithe Redwood Grove.

If you chance upon the South Branch of the Eel River, take a swim or get out your fishing gear.

After a long day of activity, stop for a little lunch and relaxation at the park’s charming picnic area. The stunning natural scenery of Northern California truly confronts you when you spend a day at the Smithe Redwoods State Reserve. There is plenty to do and you will not leave disappointed. The reserve is four miles north of Leggett on U.S. Highway 101. For more information, call (707) 247-3318. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=427

100

of the best mud north of San Francisco. Signature Coffee, roasted in Redway and freshly ground on site, goes into an old Rancilio espresso machine that has been building up steam for decades.

courtesy of the Peg House

The espresso that comes out has an aroma and crema thick enough to make a city barista cry.

The delicatessen features fantastic sandwiches (turkey roasted there) and other delights. The Grill is outside, in back, in a redwood-covered grove and features Humboldt Grass-Fed Beef TriTip sandwiches and burgers. A stage has been added this year, creating a venue for summer music and other events.

Diana’s award-winning jams, jellies, salad dressings, candies, brownies and cookies make a simple coffee break an event. Try the ‘Mendo Mookie’—a cross between an oatmeal muffin and a cookie. The Peg House has some of the coolest gifts on the road. More collector items than tourist fodder, it features unique postcards, books, signs, locally-made designer jewelry and other classy gifts and gear. Open from 7:30 a.m. ‘til sunset, hours varying with the seasons, the Peg House is located at 69501 Hwy. 101 N. in Leggett, (707) 925-6444.

Located at the junction of U.S. 101 and Coast HWY 1 on Drive Thru Tree Road in Leggett.

Follow the signs and “drive thru!”

707-925-6363

Open 8:30am till dusk year round.

(Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas)

www.drivethrutree.com

Get All that You Need at The Peg House

On Highway 101 north of Leggett is one of the most beloved roadside stops along the Redwood Highway. Across from Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area, the ‘Peg House’ features a gourmet deli, espresso bar, gift shop, general store complete with picnic and camping supplies, an outdoor organic grill and a gas station. Owners Diana and Gary Ballard-Doll have it all—right in the middle of nowhere and on the way to everywhere. Their espresso bar features some

Redwood Hwy 101

Relax under giant ancient Redwoods!

Cabins, Rooms • RV & Tent Camping

MOTEL

Family orientated resort with heated pool (summer), lots of recreation, playgrounds and private access to the Eel River. All rooms and cabins have TVs, private decks, BBQs & kitchenettes.

Visit us for a fun & relaxing time in the Redwoods!

Bingo • Rock Painting Karaoke by the Campfire WiFi Available

707-925-6249

/

IS

G SEEIN

CAMPING CABINS

www.redwoodriver resor t.com 75000 Highway 101 Leggett • email: redwoodsriver@msn.com Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

#

53)/. () & . ,

Gift Shop & the Famous Gravity House Open 9am - 5pm all year (Summer Hours: 9am - 6pm)

BEL

,

IEV

ING

Mountain Train Ride & Snack Bar

Train rides daily • Open 10am - 5pm • June-Labor Day • After Labor Day, Train Rides on Weekends (through October, weather permitting)

707-925-6456 • www.confusionhill.com 15 mi south of Garberville - 8 mi north of Leggett

www.101things.com • Mendocino County 63

Make these corrections ____________________________________________________

Date_ _____________________________

Red Fox Casino

Laytonville

10 Matchplay Every Day

$

Sun.-Thur. .....10 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Fri.-Sat. ..........10 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.

No coupon—just have a valid ID.

Ticket In & Out on All Machines No waiting in line

NEWM ACHINES

Just Arrived Wheel of Fortune is progressive

Wheel of Fortune is progressive Wheel of Fortune is progressive

Fox Den Cafe Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days

FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANT HOURS: Sun.-Thur. 10 a.m. to Midnight Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Promotions are subject to change without prior notice. Thank you & Good Luck!

Promotions are subject to change without prior notice. Thank you and good luck!

(707) 984-6800

2 miles west on Branscomb Road, off Hwy 101 in Laytonville Great scenic byways, only 25 minutes from the coastline 64 Mendocino County • www.101things.com

L

photos courtesy of the Laytonville Rodeo

aytonville is a small yet lively community in north central Mendocino County. Located along Hwy. 101, it is one of the last stops before reaching Mendocino’s northern neighbor, Humboldt County. Laytonville is nestled into the Coast Range.

An elevation of almost 2,000 feet makes Laytonville the highest community along the Hwy. 101 corridor.

The town of Laytonville was established in 1874, and was a stopping point for the Wells Fargo Stagecoach Line. The town was named after one of its first business owners, a blacksmith, by the name of Frank Layton.

Laytonville may have been called Wilsonville however, after a local rancher, if Layton had not won a coin toss.

In the late 1800s and early 1900s the town slowly grew, adding a school house, post office, hotel and other amenities that contribute to building a town. In 1917 the Redwood Highway was constructed, and has since connected Laytonville with the rest of the world. With its rich mix of prairie and forest, the town’s natural industry has been ranching and logging.

Today, Laytonville’s population is around 2,000. There are several events held locally that bring large crowds from around the world.

The Kate Wolf Music Festival will be held June 27 to 29, at the Black Oak Ranch in Laytonville. The annual festival was started in 1996 in memory of the late Kate Wolf to honor the life and music of the beloved folk artist. The event went so well in ’96 that it has been attracting musicians and loyal fans from around the world, ever since. For general information check the website, or call 829-7067.

101

Saddle Up for the Laytonville Rodeo

Bring out the cowboy hat and dust off those boots for a rodeo in Laytonville. Each year in June and August Laytonville has two big weekends of rodeo.

The 34th annual Laytonville Rodeo, June 7 and 8, will be a big event for this small community. Fans come back year-after-year for the excitement and this rodeo never lets the crowds down. The rodeo features bull riding, roping events, barrel racing and pretty much any other event you may think of when you think of a good old fashion rodeo. In addition the Laytonville rodeo has live music, a BBQ and special events throughout the weekend.

The 11th annual Junior Rodeo and Beauty and the Beast Rodeo will be held August 23 and 24, with the Junior Rodeo on Saturday and the Beauty and the Beast Rodeo, featuring barrel racing and bull riding, will be held on Sunday. All rodeos have concessions, a full bar and plenty of entertainment for the whole family.

To get to the rodeo, find Laytonville along Hwy. 101 and follow the signs. For entry forms or further information, contact Kaye Kuwkengall (707) 984-7480.

www.katewolf.com/festival

Earthdance is a three-day celebration, Sept. 12-14. The festival is just part of an international celebration, with over 300 locations in more than 60 countries celebrating simultaneously around the world. According to the Earthdance International website, the mission of Earthdance is to “promote peace by joining participants worldwide in a synchronized ‘prayer for peace’ [on Sept. 13], and to support humanitarian causes throughout the global language of music and dance.” For more check out the website. www.earthdance.org

Laytonville is a great little town with a friendly old west feel. It may not take long to drive through the town, but if you come for a local event or stop through and support a local business, it will be an experience that is not soon forgotten.

photo by Doug Noble

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do ®

RV Parks & Campgrounds Area Code is (707) unless otherwise noted.

Caspar RV Park and Campground 14441 Pt. Cabrillo Dr. Mendocino, CA 95460 964-3306 www.casparbeachrvpark.com Cleone Campground 24400 North Hwy. 1 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-4589 www.cleonecampground.com Coast Vacation Trailers 23811 Quail Lane Fort Bragg, CA 95437 962-9294 www.coastvacationtrailer.com Dolphin Isle Marina & RV Park 32399 Basin Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-4113 www.dolphinisle.com Green Acres 23600 North Hwy. 1 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-1435 Gualala River RV Park 46001 Gualala Road Gualala, CA 95445 884-3533 Harbor RV Park 1021 South Main St. Fort Bragg, CA 95437 961-1511

Hidden Pines Campground 18701 North Hwy. 1 Fort Bragg, CA 94537 961-5451 Holiday Harbor RV Park and Marina 3605 Lakeshore Blvd.

Nice, CA 95464 274-1136 KOA Kampground P.O. Box 266, Manchester, CA 95459 (707) 882-2375 www.manchesterbeachkoa.com Konocti Vista Casino Resort & Marina 2755 Mission Rancheria Rd. Lakeport, CA 95453 262-1900 www.kvcasino.com Leisure Time Campground 30801 Highway 20 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-5994 www.fortbraggltrvpark.com Ocean View RV 32955 Old Highway 20 at Hwy. 1 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-2202 Pine Acres Resort 5328 Blue Lakes Road Upper Lake, CA 95485 275-2811 www.bluelakepineacres.com Point Cabrillo Highlands 13500 Point Cabrillo Drive Mendocino, CA 95460 937-4122 www.gocampin.net/ ptcabrillohighlands

Woodside RV Park & Campground

PO T S

Pomo RV Park and Campground 17999 Tregoning Lane Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-3373 www.infortbragg.com/pomorvpark Redwood Coast Camping P.O. Box 1637 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-6672 www.redwoodcoastcamping.com Redwoods River Resort & Campground 75000 Hwy. 101 Leggett, CA 95585 925-6249 www.redwoodriverresort.com Redwood Empire Fair & Event Center 1055 North State Street Ukiah, CA 95482 462-3884 www.redwoodempirefair.com RV Service & Parts B & B Camper & RV Supplies 16135 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 95448 433-2619

Vagabond Village 32850 Mill Creek Road Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-9123 Wages Creek Beach Campground 37700 North Hwy. 1 Westport, CA 95488 964-2964

RT B E A C H

CAMP ON THE BEACH 17900 N. Highway 1 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 707-964-3684 888-481-CAMP www.wildwoodside.com

Sales • Repair • Supplies We Make Service Calls Car & Truck Accessories Servicing All Types of Trailers and RVs

• Pull-thrus, Back-ins, Pull-ins • 20,30,50 AMP electrical • Telephone hookup • Sewer hookup • Modern friendly atmosphere • Beach & inland sites available • Separate tenting area • Fire rings and picnic tables • Horseshoe pit & shuffleboard • Volleyball & playground • Convenience store • Laundry facilities • Clean restrooms & hot showers • Monthly rates available

(707) 964-2964

32955 Old Hwy 20 & Hwy 1 Fort Bragg, Ca 95437

37700 No Hwy 1, Westport

(707) 964-2202

www.westportbeachrv.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

courtesy of KOA Kampgrounds

Westport Beach RV and Camping 37700 N. Hwy. 1, Westport, CA, 964-2964 www.westportbeachrv.com

Schooner’s Landing Marina P.O. Box 218 Albion, CA 95410 937-5707

RV

WE

Anchor Bay Campground PO Box 1529 Gualala, CA 95445 884-4222 www.abcamp.com

Located 17 miles north of Fort Bragg

Willits & Manchester Beach KOAs offer Kabins & Guest Kottages

Wildwood Campground & RV Park 29700 Hwy. 20 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-8297 www.wildwoodside.com

Woodside RV Park & Camp Grounds 17900 North Hwy. 1 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 964-3684 www.wildwoodside.com

Willits/Ukiah KOA 1600 Hwy. 20 Willits, CA 95490 459-6179 www.koakampgrounds.com/ where/ca/05257/index.htm

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Cobb Mountain 14117 Bottle Rock Rd. Cobb, CA 95426 (866) 928-4322 www.jellystonecobbmtn.com

POMO R.V. PARK & CAMPGROUND “Where the squirrels play and the quail have the right of way”

(

Large secluded sites. Each site offers a special setting with rhododendron, pines and other native plants. Full or partial hook-ups, cable TV and wireless internet. Tenting areas, 17 acres of parkland, reservations recommended. One mile south of Hwy 20, on Hwy 1 south of the botanical gardens.

17999 TREGONING LANE • FORT BRAGG, CA 95437 www.infortbragg.com/pomorvpark

(707) 964-3373

Manchester Beach KOA

Beach access • near Sea Ranch Golf links, Point Arena Lighthouse, Fishing and Abalone diving • nearby Kayak rentals and Horseback riding Whale watching • Biking and hiking • Convenience Store • RV Sites • Food Court • Kabins • Volleyball Court • Kottages • Large interactive Dog park • Trailer Rental • Coffee Cart • Tent Sites • Hay Rides • Recreation Hall with • Swimming Pool Kitchen Facilities • Hot Tub • Kamper Kitchen Pavilion • Propane Sales • Group, Meeting and • Fishing Licenses Reunion Accommodation • Gifts & Souvenirs, • Onsite Catering Wood, Wine and Ice • Limited Free Wi-Fi • Fax & Copy Services Available

Great people Great camping™

44300 Kinney Road, Manchester, CA 95459 (mailing address=P.O. Box 266, Manchester CA 95459)

1-800-562-4188 for reservations 1-707-882-2375 for information

mendokoa@mcn.org • www.manchesterbeachkoa.com

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 65

Mendocino County Parks & Campgrounds INFORMATIONAL NUMBERS Area Code is (707) unless otherwise noted.  Road Conditions – (800) 427-7623  Weather Recording – 443-7062

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

Ukiah Field Office 2550 North State St., Ukiah CA 95485 468-4000 • www.ca.blm.gov/ukiah Access roads into this area are narrow and winding.

Travel trailers and large RVs not recommended. Before you go, obtain a free map at the BLM office in Ukiah.

Campsites first-come, first-served; no potable water at most campsites.

North Cow Mountain Recreation Area – 17 mi. of foot trails, off-highway vehicles (OHVs) prohibited.

Mayacmas Campground – 9 units, tables, BBQs, pit toilets.

Goat Rock – 2 units, tables, fire grates/BBQ, water for animals.

South Cow Mountain OHV Recreation Area 125 miles of OHV trails and roads. Area subject to closure during periods of wet weather. For current conditions call 24-hours a day, 468-4000.

Red Mountain Campground – 10 units, toilets, BBQs, tables.

Buckhorn – 4 units, tables, fire grates/BBQs, toilets.

Sheldon Creek – 6 units, toilets, tables, fire grates/ BBQs.

MENDOCINO NATIONAL FOREST

Covelo Ranger Station 78150 Covelo Rd., Covelo CA 95428, 983-6118 Campsites are first-come, first-served. Get directions and map from Ranger Station.

Developed Camps Eel River – Tables, stoves, toilets, water, river access, no hookups. May 1-Oct. 1, fee $8.

Hammerhorn Lake – Tables, fire rings, stoves, water, toilets, boat ramp, no hookups, no trash. June 1-Oct. 1, fee $8.

Little Doe – Tables, fire rings, stoves, toilets. No water, no hookups, no trash. June 15-Oct. 1, fee $6.

Dispersed Camps “Dispersed” camp sites are not as developed as regular campgrounds; unimproved roads, no parking areas or water, fee $6.

Atchison – 3 campsites, a pit toilet, fire rings.

Howard Lake – Vault toilet, no other facilities. Road unimproved, 4WD recommended, fee $6.

Surveyor – 3 campsites, restrooms, tables, no fee.

Green Springs – 4 campsites, tables, restrooms, spring water, no fee.

Rock Cabin – 3 campsites, no fee.

Georges Valley and Soldier Ridge – No facilities.

LAKE MENDOCINO

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1160 Lake Mendocino Dr., Ukiah CA 95482 462-7581 www.spn.usace.army.mil/mendocinoReserve (877) 444-6777, www.ReserveUSA.com Facilities on Lake Mendocino include visitor center with

weekend campfire programs, group and individual campsites, day use areas, boat ramps, fishing, wid life viewing and equestrian access. Fees vary. Golden Age and Golden Access discounts accepted. Annual passes also available.

Ky-en & Bu-shay Campgrounds – take Hwy. 20 E from Hwy. 101, 5 mi. N. of Ukiah. Marina Drive exit will take you to boat ramp, marina and Ky-en Campground. For Bu-shay Campground, continue past Marina Dr. and turn left after bridge. Continue along inlet river, campground is at top of hill. Open April-Sept.

Che-ka-ka Campground – 2 mi. N. of Ukiah off Hwy. 101, take Lake Mendocino exit and follow signs.

Boat ramp, camping, dam overlook and day use area.

Open year-round.

STATE PARKS

Mendocino Sector/Russian Gulch State Park Hwy. 1, Mendocino CA 95460 www.parks.ca.gov, Reservations, call (800) 444-7275 or www.reserveamerica.com Admiral William Standley – 14 mi. W. of Laytonville on Branscomb Rd., 247-3318. 45 acres of redwoods, salmon & steelhead fishing, hiking, picnicking.

Big River State Park – just S. of Mendocino, Big River estuary and watershed, hiking trails, 962-0470 or 937-5804.

Caspar Headlands State Beach – 2 mi. N. of Russian Gulch on Point Cabrillo Dr., 937-5804. Beach access, whale watching, fishing.

Greenwood State Beach – 15 m. N. of Point Arena on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Beach access. Visitor Center open March-Oct., 11am-1pm.

Hendy Woods – 1/2 mi. S. of Hwy. 128 on PhiloGreenwood Rd., 895-3141. Virgin redwood groves, Navarro River, hiking, picnicking, camping, canoeing and kayaking, swimming.

Jughandle State Reserve –1 mi. N. of Caspar on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. 2.5-mi. nature trail, pygmy forest.

MacKerricher – 3 mi. N. or Fort Bragg on Hwy. 1, 964-9112. Beach access, hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing, wildlife & whale watching, wheelchairaccessible nature trail, Ten Mile Coastal Trail.

Mailliard Redwoods State Reserve – East of Yorkville/Hwy. 128 on Fish Rock Rd., 895-3141. Picnic area, along Garcia River in redwood forest.

Manchester – At Manchester on Hwy. 1, 882-2463. Camping (first-come, first-served), beach access, salmon and steelhead fishing, wildlife watching; San Andreas Fault runs into the sea at the park.

Mendocino Headlands – Surrounds town of Mendocino off Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Day use area, whale watching, trails, beach access. Ford House Museum has interpretive displays, seasonal exhibits, guided walks, visitor information; call for hours.

Montgomery Woods State Reserve – 15 mi. E. of Comptche off Orr Springs Rd., 937-5804. Redwood groves, trails, picnic area and day use.

Navarro River Redwoods – Hwy. 128, 2 mi. E. of Hwy. 1 Junction, 895-3141. Redwoods, picnicking, swimming, fishing, canoeing & kayaking; camping is first-come, first-served.

Point Cabrillo Light Station – Pt. Cabrillo Dr. N. of Mendocino, 937-6122, www.pointcabrillo.org. Lighthouse, gift shop and museum, guided walks Sundays, 11 a.m. from May-Sept.

1O>SBILADB *>OF>E &++

Walking Distance to Beach Access, Fort Bragg Downtown and the Skunk Train Continental Breakfast ~ On-Site Restaurant ~ Close to Other Restaurants Microwave ~ Refrigerator ~ Coffee Maker ~ High Speed Wireless Internet 763 North Main Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 707-964-4787 ~ 800-253-9972 66 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

Governor Considers Proposal to Close 48 State Parks

Y

our next vacation may be at stake. California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is reportedly considering a proposal from the Department of Parks and Recreation to close 48 state parks and reduce lifeguards at some beaches. This proposal was in response to the Governor’s request for suggestions on ways to reduce the $14.5 billion deficit with which California is currently challenged.

The controversial proposal would cut $8.8 million from the 2008-2009 state budget.

California State Parks host more than 75 million visitors every year. These park closures, according to the Department of Parks and Recreation, are projected to reduce the annual visitation by about 6.5 million visitors or less than 10% of our total attendance. That means most of the system, 230 of the 278 state parks, will remain open and operational.

But that is cold comfort to so many communities whose local commerce depends on the state parks and beaches. And while tourists have ample opportunity to find alternative parks and beaches to visit, there are a lot of favorite destinations on the list.

Other reductions considered include $4 million from Fish and Game’s Enforcement Program and Biodiversity Program; $5.4 million from the Department of Water Resources Flood Management Program; and $3 million and 20.9 positions for CALFIRE’s Resource Management Program.

What can you do? To register your opinion, or to donate to the cause, go to http://ga3.org/campaign/KeepStateParksOpen . The site includes a preformatted and written letter, which can be used as is or modified to match your own sentiments. The letter can be printed and mailed or emailed directly from the site. For a full description of the Budget Reduction Proposal, go to http://govbud.dof.ca.gov/BudgetSummary/RES/31973137.html#RES-01.

Reynolds Wayside Campground – 4 mi. N. of Leggett on Hwy. 101, 937-5804. Camping, river access in old-growth redwood and Douglas fir forest.

Russian Gulch – 2 mi. N. of Mendocino on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Beach access, swimming, tidepooling, skin diving, rock fishing, hiking trails, paved bike trail, “Devil’s Punch Bowl” sea cave.

Schooner Gulch State Beach – 3 mi. S. of Point Area on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Beach & headlands, fishing, picnicking, surfing, Bowling Ball Beach.

Sinkyone Wilderness State Park – 36 mi. SW. of Garberville (Humboldt Co.) on Briceland Rd. (last 9 mi. unpaved, may be impassable in wet weather), 986-7711. Rugged and remote wilderness known as the “Lost Coast,” first-come first-served camping and backpacking.

Smithe Redwoods State Reserve – 4 mi. N. of Leggett on Hwy. 101, 247-3318. Picnic area, fishing and swimming in South Fork of the Eel River.

Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area – 1.5 mi. N. of Leggett on Hwy. 101, 925-6482. Redwood groves, picnicking, hiking, fishing, swimming on S. Fork of the Eel River, year ’round camping.

Van Damme – 3 mi. S. of Mendocino on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Fern Canyon scenic trail, Pygmy Forest, “Cabbage Patch” bog, camping, beach access, paved bike path, kayak tours.

Westport-Union Landing – 19 mi. N. of Fort Bragg on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. First-come, first-served camping, beach access and smelt fishing.

PHILO / BOONVILLE • 463-4267 Indian Creek County Park – Hwy. 128, 1 mi. E. east of Philo, 5 mi. W. of Boonville, on Indian Creek.

UKIAH VICINITY Low Gap Park – Near Ukiah High School, on Low Gap Rd. Mill Creek County Park – E. of Ukiah in Mayacmas Mountains, take Talmage Rd. E. to Eastside Rd., turn R. and go to Mill Creek Rd. McKee County Parkway – Located along the road connecting Potter Valley with Hwy. 20, hiking, swimming and fishing.

Also in Humboldt County

COUNTY/REGIONAL PARKS GUALALA • 884-1136 Bower Regional Park –Picnic area, BBQ, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, outdoor stage, community room.

Gualala Point County Park (Sonoma Co.) 785-2377, 1 mi. S. of Gualala on Hwy. 1, Visitors Center, picnic tables, BBQs, campground, showers, dump station, but no RV hook-ups.

Close to Victorian Ferndale, Ave. of the Giants, Loleta Cheese Factory and Ocean Beaches TL rating 10/10/8.5 • Tent/Cabin sites Free WiFi • Large Pull Thru Sites Casino Shuttle and 2 for 1 Dinner

800-705-5359

www.riverwalkrvpark.com

Visit a piece of history! Created from a tree over 2,100 years old!

5NIQUE 2EDWOOD GIFTS BOWLS CLOCKS SOUVENIRS !NTIQUE DRAG SAW LOGGING PHOTO COLLECTION %SPRESSOS MOCHAS LATTES FREEZES &RESH $ELI SANDWICHES ICE CREAM 26 AND BUS PARKING !IR #ONDITIONED 0ICNIC AREA

705 Hwy. 101 • Garberville, CA 95542 Located near Richardson Grove State Park on Hwy. 101 (9 miles south of Garberville)

(707) 247-3717 • www.one-loghouse.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Mendocino County Parks & Campgrounds INFORMATIONAL NUMBERS Area Code is (707) unless otherwise noted.  Road Conditions – (800) 427-7623  Weather Recording – 443-7062

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

Ukiah Field Office 2550 North State St., Ukiah CA 95485 468-4000 • www.ca.blm.gov/ukiah Access roads into this area are narrow and winding.

Travel trailers and large RVs not recommended. Before you go, obtain a free map at the BLM office in Ukiah.

Campsites first-come, first-served; no potable water at most campsites.

North Cow Mountain Recreation Area – 17 mi. of foot trails, off-highway vehicles (OHVs) prohibited.

Mayacmas Campground – 9 units, tables, BBQs, pit toilets.

Goat Rock – 2 units, tables, fire grates/BBQ, water for animals.

South Cow Mountain OHV Recreation Area 125 miles of OHV trails and roads. Area subject to closure during periods of wet weather. For current conditions call 24-hours a day, 468-4000.

Red Mountain Campground – 10 units, toilets, BBQs, tables.

Buckhorn – 4 units, tables, fire grates/BBQs, toilets.

Sheldon Creek – 6 units, toilets, tables, fire grates/ BBQs.

MENDOCINO NATIONAL FOREST

Covelo Ranger Station 78150 Covelo Rd., Covelo CA 95428, 983-6118 Campsites are first-come, first-served. Get directions and map from Ranger Station.

Developed Camps Eel River – Tables, stoves, toilets, water, river access, no hookups. May 1-Oct. 1, fee $8.

Hammerhorn Lake – Tables, fire rings, stoves, water, toilets, boat ramp, no hookups, no trash. June 1-Oct. 1, fee $8.

Little Doe – Tables, fire rings, stoves, toilets. No water, no hookups, no trash. June 15-Oct. 1, fee $6.

Dispersed Camps “Dispersed” camp sites are not as developed as regular campgrounds; unimproved roads, no parking areas or water, fee $6.

Atchison – 3 campsites, a pit toilet, fire rings.

Howard Lake – Vault toilet, no other facilities. Road unimproved, 4WD recommended, fee $6.

Surveyor – 3 campsites, restrooms, tables, no fee.

Green Springs – 4 campsites, tables, restrooms, spring water, no fee.

Rock Cabin – 3 campsites, no fee.

Georges Valley and Soldier Ridge – No facilities.

LAKE MENDOCINO

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 1160 Lake Mendocino Dr., Ukiah CA 95482 462-7581 www.spn.usace.army.mil/mendocinoReserve (877) 444-6777, www.ReserveUSA.com Facilities on Lake Mendocino include visitor center with

weekend campfire programs, group and individual campsites, day use areas, boat ramps, fishing, wid life viewing and equestrian access. Fees vary. Golden Age and Golden Access discounts accepted. Annual passes also available.

Ky-en & Bu-shay Campgrounds – take Hwy. 20 E from Hwy. 101, 5 mi. N. of Ukiah. Marina Drive exit will take you to boat ramp, marina and Ky-en Campground. For Bu-shay Campground, continue past Marina Dr. and turn left after bridge. Continue along inlet river, campground is at top of hill. Open April-Sept.

Che-ka-ka Campground – 2 mi. N. of Ukiah off Hwy. 101, take Lake Mendocino exit and follow signs.

Boat ramp, camping, dam overlook and day use area.

Open year-round.

STATE PARKS

Mendocino Sector/Russian Gulch State Park Hwy. 1, Mendocino CA 95460 www.parks.ca.gov, Reservations, call (800) 444-7275 or www.reserveamerica.com Admiral William Standley – 14 mi. W. of Laytonville on Branscomb Rd., 247-3318. 45 acres of redwoods, salmon & steelhead fishing, hiking, picnicking.

Big River State Park – just S. of Mendocino, Big River estuary and watershed, hiking trails, 962-0470 or 937-5804.

Caspar Headlands State Beach – 2 mi. N. of Russian Gulch on Point Cabrillo Dr., 937-5804. Beach access, whale watching, fishing.

Greenwood State Beach – 15 m. N. of Point Arena on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Beach access. Visitor Center open March-Oct., 11am-1pm.

Hendy Woods – 1/2 mi. S. of Hwy. 128 on PhiloGreenwood Rd., 895-3141. Virgin redwood groves, Navarro River, hiking, picnicking, camping, canoeing and kayaking, swimming.

Jughandle State Reserve –1 mi. N. of Caspar on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. 2.5-mi. nature trail, pygmy forest.

MacKerricher – 3 mi. N. or Fort Bragg on Hwy. 1, 964-9112. Beach access, hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing, wildlife & whale watching, wheelchairaccessible nature trail, Ten Mile Coastal Trail.

Mailliard Redwoods State Reserve – East of Yorkville/Hwy. 128 on Fish Rock Rd., 895-3141. Picnic area, along Garcia River in redwood forest.

Manchester – At Manchester on Hwy. 1, 882-2463. Camping (first-come, first-served), beach access, salmon and steelhead fishing, wildlife watching; San Andreas Fault runs into the sea at the park.

Mendocino Headlands – Surrounds town of Mendocino off Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Day use area, whale watching, trails, beach access. Ford House Museum has interpretive displays, seasonal exhibits, guided walks, visitor information; call for hours.

Montgomery Woods State Reserve – 15 mi. E. of Comptche off Orr Springs Rd., 937-5804. Redwood groves, trails, picnic area and day use.

Navarro River Redwoods – Hwy. 128, 2 mi. E. of Hwy. 1 Junction, 895-3141. Redwoods, picnicking, swimming, fishing, canoeing & kayaking; camping is first-come, first-served.

Point Cabrillo Light Station – Pt. Cabrillo Dr. N. of Mendocino, 937-6122, www.pointcabrillo.org. Lighthouse, gift shop and museum, guided walks Sundays, 11 a.m. from May-Sept.

1O>SBILADB *>OF>E &++

Walking Distance to Beach Access, Fort Bragg Downtown and the Skunk Train Continental Breakfast ~ On-Site Restaurant ~ Close to Other Restaurants Microwave ~ Refrigerator ~ Coffee Maker ~ High Speed Wireless Internet 763 North Main Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 707-964-4787 ~ 800-253-9972 66 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

Governor Considers Proposal to Close 48 State Parks

Y

our next vacation may be at stake. California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is reportedly considering a proposal from the Department of Parks and Recreation to close 48 state parks and reduce lifeguards at some beaches. This proposal was in response to the Governor’s request for suggestions on ways to reduce the $14.5 billion deficit with which California is currently challenged.

The controversial proposal would cut $8.8 million from the 2008-2009 state budget.

California State Parks host more than 75 million visitors every year. These park closures, according to the Department of Parks and Recreation, are projected to reduce the annual visitation by about 6.5 million visitors or less than 10% of our total attendance. That means most of the system, 230 of the 278 state parks, will remain open and operational.

But that is cold comfort to so many communities whose local commerce depends on the state parks and beaches. And while tourists have ample opportunity to find alternative parks and beaches to visit, there are a lot of favorite destinations on the list.

Other reductions considered include $4 million from Fish and Game’s Enforcement Program and Biodiversity Program; $5.4 million from the Department of Water Resources Flood Management Program; and $3 million and 20.9 positions for CALFIRE’s Resource Management Program.

What can you do? To register your opinion, or to donate to the cause, go to http://ga3.org/campaign/KeepStateParksOpen . The site includes a preformatted and written letter, which can be used as is or modified to match your own sentiments. The letter can be printed and mailed or emailed directly from the site. For a full description of the Budget Reduction Proposal, go to http://govbud.dof.ca.gov/BudgetSummary/RES/31973137.html#RES-01.

Reynolds Wayside Campground – 4 mi. N. of Leggett on Hwy. 101, 937-5804. Camping, river access in old-growth redwood and Douglas fir forest.

Russian Gulch – 2 mi. N. of Mendocino on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Beach access, swimming, tidepooling, skin diving, rock fishing, hiking trails, paved bike trail, “Devil’s Punch Bowl” sea cave.

Schooner Gulch State Beach – 3 mi. S. of Point Area on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Beach & headlands, fishing, picnicking, surfing, Bowling Ball Beach.

Sinkyone Wilderness State Park – 36 mi. SW. of Garberville (Humboldt Co.) on Briceland Rd. (last 9 mi. unpaved, may be impassable in wet weather), 986-7711. Rugged and remote wilderness known as the “Lost Coast,” first-come first-served camping and backpacking.

Smithe Redwoods State Reserve – 4 mi. N. of Leggett on Hwy. 101, 247-3318. Picnic area, fishing and swimming in South Fork of the Eel River.

Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area – 1.5 mi. N. of Leggett on Hwy. 101, 925-6482. Redwood groves, picnicking, hiking, fishing, swimming on S. Fork of the Eel River, year ’round camping.

Van Damme – 3 mi. S. of Mendocino on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. Fern Canyon scenic trail, Pygmy Forest, “Cabbage Patch” bog, camping, beach access, paved bike path, kayak tours.

Westport-Union Landing – 19 mi. N. of Fort Bragg on Hwy. 1, 937-5804. First-come, first-served camping, beach access and smelt fishing.

PHILO / BOONVILLE • 463-4267 Indian Creek County Park – Hwy. 128, 1 mi. E. of Philo, 5 mi. W. of Boonville, on Indian Creek.

UKIAH VICINITY Low Gap Park – Near Ukiah High School, on Low Gap Rd. Mill Creek County Park – E. of Ukiah in Mayacmas Mountains, take Talmage Rd. E. to Eastside Rd., turn R. and go to Mill Creek Rd. McKee County Parkway – Located along the road connecting Potter Valley with Hwy. 20, hiking, swimming and fishing.

Also in Humboldt County

COUNTY/REGIONAL PARKS GUALALA • 884-1136 Bower Regional Park –Picnic area, BBQ, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, outdoor stage, community room.

Gualala Point County Park (Sonoma Co.) 785-2377, 1 mi. S. of Gualala on Hwy. 1, Visitors Center, picnic tables, BBQs, campground, showers, dump station, but no RV hook-ups.

Close to Victorian Ferndale, Ave. of the Giants, Loleta Cheese Factory and Ocean Beaches TL rating 10/10/8.5 • Tent/Cabin sites Free WiFi • Large Pull Thru Sites Casino Shuttle and 2 for 1 Dinner

800-705-5359

www.riverwalkrvpark.com

Visit a piece of history! Created from a tree over 2,100 years old!

5NIQUE 2EDWOOD GIFTS BOWLS CLOCKS SOUVENIRS !NTIQUE DRAG SAW LOGGING PHOTO COLLECTION %SPRESSOS MOCHAS LATTES FREEZES &RESH $ELI SANDWICHES ICE CREAM 26 AND BUS PARKING !IR #ONDITIONED 0ICNIC AREA

705 Hwy. 101 • Garberville, CA 95542 Located near Richardson Grove State Park on Hwy. 101 (9 miles south of Garberville)

(707) 247-3717 • www.one-loghouse.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Humboldt County Ocean kayaking near Trinidad in Humboldt County, courtesy of the Bureau of Land Managment

H

umboldt County is a haven for travelers and residents alike. It contains more than 160 miles of unspoiled coastline, hundreds of thousands of acres of coastal redwood trees, many wild rivers, as well as bustling seaports, quaint farming communities and historical areas. Everywhere in the county, travelers will find exceptional accommodations, fine restaurants, a multitude of shopping and numerous campgrounds.

The county is situated on the Northern California coast 90 miles south of the Oregon border. The largest towns are adjacent to U.S. Highway 101. The county is approximately 200 miles north of San Francisco and 350 miles south of Portland, Oregon.

Humboldt County has a variety of climates and terrain. Coastal Humboldt is wild, mostly rocky, and cool in the summer. Inland, Humboldt has small communities that are quite warm in the summer. Many sit next to major rivers such as the Eel, Trinity and Klamath.

In southern Humboldt, Highway 101 is lined by some of the first redwoods spotted by northbound travelers. Richardson Grove State Park is a magnificent 2,000 acres of redwoods located nine miles south of the town of Garberville.

The state acquired the area in the early 1920s, making it one of the oldest state parks in California.

A jaunt down smaller side roads that exit Highway 101 will lead travelers to the King Range National Conservation Area and Humboldt County’s Lost Coast. This adventure leads to Hamlets such as Hidden Valley, Whitethorn, and ultimately ends at the town of Shelter Cove.

Further north on Highway 101 is the Avenue of the Giants, a 31-mile stretch of two-lane road

that winds through stands of huge redwoods along the Eel River. Humboldt Redwoods State Park is located along the avenue and covers more than 51,000 acres.

After leaving the Avenue of the Giants, the traveler will once again be on Highway 101 and will pass the village of Scotia, owned by the Pacific Lumber Company, and Rio Dell, a town of around 3,200 people.

Further north is the sunny inland town of Fortuna, known as the jewel of the Eel River Valley. Friendly Fortuna has developed tremendous accommodations for tourists in recent years, including several hotels along the Eel River and an attractive community center.

East of Fortuna along State Highway 36 is Grizzly Creek State Park, a favorite for hiking, camping and summer sun.

The Victorian village of Ferndale is just northwest of Fortuna and 16 miles south of Eureka. The entire town has been named a State Historical Landmark because of its strong preservation policies of commercial buildings and residences.

Eureka is the Humboldt County seat and contains more fine examples of Victorian architecture, particularly in the Old Town section along the city’s waterfront. Old Town is home to the extravagantly ornate Carson Mansion, one of the most photographed buildings in California.

Eureka’s population of nearly 28,000 makes it the largest coastal city between San Francisco and the Oregon border.

Eureka has a multitude of excellent restaurants, cafes, specialty shops and lodging facilities. The city is also known for its large and active arts community. In fact, Humboldt County has the distinction of having more

artists per capita than any other of the state’s 58 counties.

Eureka is a busy seaport with a large fishing fleet. A variety of activities can be found in and around the waters of Humboldt Bay including kayaking, fishing and even spotting a harbor seal or two. There are harbor tours aboard the M.V. Madaket, and the Woodley Island Marina is a great spot to enjoy a panoramic view of the waterfront.

Seven miles north of Eureka is Arcata, home to Humboldt State University. Arcata is also known for its unique marsh and wildlife

area that serves as a natural sewage treatment filtration system. East of Arcata, along Highway 299 and Highway 96 are sunny Willow Creek and Hoopa, known for recreation along the Trinity and Klamath rivers and tributaries.

Back along Highway 101 the town of McKinleyville serves as the home of the ArcataEureka Airport, the county’s only commercial airport.

In northern Humboldt County are the coastal jewels of Trinidad, which overlooks a beautiful sheltered harbor, and Orick, the gateway to Redwood National Park.

The Largest Collection of Contemporary Master Blacksmithing in the United States is Located in the Victorian Village of Ferndale 491 & 455 Main Street, Ferndale 707-786-4216 www.ferndaleblacksmith.com Open 7 days a week

“Immerse yourself in Ferndale’s Victorian spirit.” –

Sunset Magazine

Ferndale embraces you. A pastoral oasis nestled between redwood forests and the magnificent beaches of California’s Lost Coast, Ferndale has been chosen as a “Distinctive Destination” of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Magnificently preserved Victorian architecture.

Fresh air. Repose; in the Victorian Village your cares are centuries away!

“California’s best-preserved Victorian Village” – Jerry Hulse, L.A. Times Travel Editor Visit the Victorian Village on-line at www.victorianferndale.org/chamber

Ferndale Chamber of Commerce • P.O. Box 325 • Ferndale, CA 95536 • Phone/Fax (707) 786-4477 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 67

Beyond Mendocino

Del Norte County to Oregon C

aliforniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s northernmost coastal county â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Del Norte â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s southern-most coastal county â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Curry â&#x20AC;&#x201D; share a common lifestyle. Both Just north of Crescent City is the quaint counties contain miles of unspoiled beaches and agricultural community of Smith River, where the rivers famous for salmon and steelhead. Most of river of that name enters the PaciďŹ c. Located on the communities in both counties are situated coastal plains 13 miles south of the Oregon border, the ďŹ&#x201A;at, fertile land attracted settlers and farmers along coastal U.S. Highway 101.

Southern Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Josephine and Jackson as early as 1852.

Further north is Brookings (population about Counties are east of Curry County and offer warmer summertime temperatures, winter skiing, 6,000), the southernmost town in Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Curry whitewater excitement, wineries and Shakespeare County. It offers many of the same retail amenities performances. The major communities of these as Crescent City and is near spectacular coastal counties are situated along Interstate 5. Quaint parks such as Harris Beach and Samuel H. Boardvillages can be found along east-west routes such man State Parks.

Still further north, Gold Beach (population is as Highway 199 and Highway 62.

Del Norte County is located 366 miles north under 2,000) and cute little Wedderburn ďŹ&#x201A;ank the mouthof of the Rogue River, where ďŹ shing is a major of SanofFrancisco 101, and 3832007 milesedition This is a photocopy your ad via as itHighway will appear in the south of Portland via Interstate 5 and Highway activity year-round. The Rogue is also well-known 101 Things To Do SHASTA Visitor magazine .

199. One of the many attractions of this county for its jet boat trips. Jerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rogue Jets (800) 4513645, offers nature-based river adventures and coastal redwood and parks.

Towering Please check thisare proof carefully notify us redwood as soon as possible also offers the Rogue River Museum & Gift Shop. forests be seenorinthis Redwood Park, as how you would like us tocan proceed, ad willNational appear exactly shown.

Gold Beach is the county seat and hosts the Jedediah Smithfor State Park and Norte Coast of information.

Client assumes full responsibility accuracy andDel completeness Curry County Fair in the summer and the Whale Redwoods State Park.

Publisher will notThe be responsible for errors if proof is not returned. town of Klamath is the southern-most of a Wine Festival in late winter.

199 travels east out of Crescent in Del Norte County.

It a favoriteany getaway for Either fax this sheet backcampers, or reply to thisisemail, changes orHighway if PROOF IS OK. hikers, boaters and ďŹ shermen. Among City and into Josephine County. The picturesque the many things to do in the Klamath area are highway is known as the Smith River Scenic Byway jetboat rides â&#x20AC;&#x201D; try Klamath River Jet Boat Tours along the portions that parallel the wild and scenic Please Print Name _________________________________________________________ (800) 887-JETS. For more information visit www. waterway of that name. After crossing into Josephine County, the road leads to Cave Junction, a klamath-ca.com.

PROOF IS OK ____________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ village named for the nearby Oregon Caves Crescent City (population 7,000) is the county quaint seat and DelAuthorized Norteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Signature largest city. The Redwood National Monument. Several family-run wineries National and State Parks Visitor Center is located offer tastings just off Highway 46, which leads to Make the corrections shown by __________________________________________________ Date_ _____________________________ caves and its historic chateau. Tours of the at 1111 Second Street. Attractions include Battery the Authorized Signature Point Lighthouse, Crescent City Harbor, scenic caves are available March through November. For drives, public ďŹ shing piers and a history museum. more information visit www.oregoncavesoutďŹ tThe town also has a wide variety of stores, restau- ters.com.

Further east, Highway 199 intersects with rants, RV Parks and lodging facilities. Nearby the 101 Things To DoÂŽ photo majestic Smith River ďŹ&#x201A;ows to the ocean and offers Interstate 5 at the Josephine County seat of Grants At the Trees of Mystery, stand next to the statue of Paul Bunyan a number of recreational activities, including raft- Pass (population 23,000). The city is also situated to see how big this legendary man really was. on the Rogue River and Mail Boat Hydro-Jet offers ing, innertubing, kayaking, ďŹ shing and more. jet boat trips down the river, (800) 458-3511. www.

This is a photocopy of your ad as it willmailboat.com appear in the 2007 edition of Josephine County sits amidst the foothills of Your next 101stop Things To Do -theMARIN Cascade, Siskiyou and Coast mountains, so hiking, ďŹ us shing, and other outdoor activiPlease check this proof carefully and notify as picnicking soon as possible. ties are prevalent. The Grants Pass Visitors Center Let us know how you would like us to proceed, or this ad willwill appear exactly as shown.

Client assumes full respon provide historic walking tour brochures.

Thirty southeast Grantsif Pass is Medaccuracy and completeness of information. Publisher will not be miles responsible foroferrors proof is not return ford, the county seat of Jackson County. Medford, Overlooking Either fax this sheet back or reply to email, ANY PROOF APPRO with CHANGES a population closeor toif 64,000, is one IS of the Crescent City Harbor largest cities in Southern Oregon. At the north end of Medford, Highway 62 intersects with Interstate Walking Distance to Please Print Name _________________________________________________________ 5 and leads northeast to Crater Lake National Park.

Beaches, Boat Docks & Restaurants.

Medford has a vast array of dining, lodging and Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;MarinabyView Rooms shopping opportunities.

P PROOF APPROVED _____________________________________________________________ Date ______________ Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;In-Room Coffee Service Authorized Signature Ten miles south of Medford is Ashland, known Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;Guest Laundry far and wide as the home of the Oregon ShakeP Make the correctionsÂ&#x2026;Ă&#x160;AAA/AARP/Senior shown by _______________________________________________________________ Date ______________ Discounts speare Festival. The town has maintained many Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;Free Continental BreakfastAuthorized Signatureof its historic homes and commercial buildings.

Next to the town plaza is beautiful Lithia Park, Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;Some Rooms with Microwaves, 100 acres of gardens, duck ponds, grass and trails Refrigerators enjoyed by all who visit. South of town is the Mt.

Ashland ski area which offers day and night skiing OR and snowboarding. Its 23 runs are served by four

chairlifts. www.visitdelnorte.com/super8

q q

#2%3#%.4 #)49

685 Hwy 101 S

FREE YOURSELF! (from â&#x20AC;&#x153;hidden chargesâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;over-pricedâ&#x20AC;? amenities)

Free...

<O:@K<D<EK 8E; =8D@CP =LE FI<>FEĂ&#x2039;J FECP D8@C 9F8KJ FE K?< IF>L< I@M<I %XCURSIONS $AILY -AY Â&#x2C6; /CTOBER

/REGON FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

(541) 673-0901

nnn%dX`cYfXk%Zfd (%/''%+,/%*,(( >fc[ 9\XZ_# FI 68 / Mendocino â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

â&#x20AC;˘ Children under 18 stay free in adultâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room â&#x20AC;˘ Cable TV with premium movie channel â&#x20AC;˘ Continental breakfast â&#x20AC;˘ Airport shuttle service â&#x20AC;˘ Guest use bicycles â&#x20AC;˘ Lending library â&#x20AC;˘ Local calls â&#x20AC;˘ Coffee and apples all day

Convenient access: I-5 at exit 125

(541) 779-0050

Convenient access: I-5 at exit 30

(541) 482-8310

Convenient access: I-5 at exit 14

(800) 547-4747 â&#x20AC;˘ www.windmillinns.com 101 Things To Do â&#x20AC;˘ P.O. Box 1374 â&#x20AC;˘ Eureka, CA 95502 â&#x20AC;˘ Ph: (707) 443-4887 Fax: (707) 443-5309 â&#x20AC;˘ ads@101things.com â&#x20AC;˘ www.101things.com

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Beyond Mendocino

Sonoma County O

f California’s 58 counties, Sonoma is a region of spectacular attractions: fine wineries, dramatic coastlines, verdant hills and charming inns. The area is also graced with bustling, vibrant cities and picturesque small hamlets.

Known as one of the finest wine producing areas in the whole world, Sonoma County has hundreds of wineries that welcome visitors for tastings. In fact, Sonoma is the birthplace of wine production in Northern California, and yet is located just 35 miles north of the hustle and bustle of San Francisco.

The county has six distinct regions that house its 471,000 people. They include northern Sonoma, the Sonoma coast, the Russian River region, central Sonoma, southern Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley region.

Northern Sonoma includes the towns of Cloverdale, Geyserville, Healdsburg and Windsor plus the fine wine producing regions of Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Valley.

The Russian River region includes the towns of Guerneville, Monte Rio, Duncans Mills, Sebastopol, Occidental, Graton and Freestone.

The region has excellent wineries and is known for its recreational pleasures in and along the Russian River.

The Sonoma coast is dotted with small hamlets such as Bodega Bay, Jenner and Sea Ranch. There are miles of coastal access in

Sonoma Coast State Beach, which is a collection of beaches. Fort Ross State Park is a former outpost for Russian fur traders.

Central Sonoma is where the county seat, Santa Rosa, is located. Santa Rosa is a beautiful, exciting mid-sized city that has kept the best features of its past and combined them with modern amenities. It is home to the Luther Burbank Home and Gardens as well as the Charles M. Schulz Museum. Visitors will find exceptional restaurants, entertainment and fine lodging in Santa Rosa.

Santa Rosa also has a modern shopping mall with all the “brand name” stores. It is home to about one-third of the county’s population.

A California Welcome Center is housed at the Santa Rosa Convention and Visitor Bureau office at 9 Fourth Street in the city’s historic Railroad Square.

Southern Sonoma County includes the towns of Petaluma, Cotati and Valley Ford. Petaluma has a turn-of-the-century downtown area with iron-front buildings that line the Petaluma River waterfront.

The name “Sonoma” translates from Chocuyen Indian into Valley of the Moon. The county contains dozens of wineries in the towns of Kenwood, Glen Ellen and Sonoma. It’s also home to Jack London State Historic Park. The region’s highlights include, Sonoma Mission, General Vallejo’s home and historic Sonoma Plaza.

Sonoma is the birthplace of the California wine industry.

photo by Art Severe

Wine Country!

Welcome to the heart of the

Comfort and Convenience

Welcome to

Located within minutes of: 30 Major Wineries Schulz Museum Burbank Gardens Infineon Raceway Sonoma Coast Beaches

courtesy of Packers Bay Marina

photo by Robert Holmes/CalTour

Sonoma is famous for its wine country, but also has a rugged and beautiful coast.

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

• Free Continental Breakfast • Free high speed Internet • Outdoor heated pool • Free parking • Free local calls • Restaurants nearby • Private patio or balcony, exterior entrance • Conference room facilities, catering

870 Hopper Avenue, SANTA ROSA • (707) 545-9000 (800) 533-1255 • www.winecountryhotel.com www.101things.com • Mendocino / 69

Shasta Cascade Region

This is a photocopy of your ad as it will appear in the 2007 edition of 101 Things To Do MENDOCINO Visitor magazine.

Please check this proof carefully and notify us as soon as possible

T

how you would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown.

Client assumes full responsibility for accuracy and of information.

Thecompleteness Shasta Cascade Region has a quiet beauty and natural serenity.

Publisher will not be responsible for errors if proof is not returned.

photo by Hayley Severe

Either fax this sheet back or reply to this email, any changes or if PROOF IS OK.

he Shasta-Cascade Region, made up of the While the land area encompasses nearly With the exception of Chico, with a popula- steaming mud pools, hot springs, cinder cones and eight northern-most California inland coun- 20 percent of the Golden State, the population tion exceeding 65,000, and Redding, more than lava pinnacles. Other portions of the park feature Please Printties, Name is a _________________________________________________________ land of mountains and lakes, fields and base is not even two percent of the 39 million 81,000, most towns in the region are small and thick forest, clear streams and wildflower-matted streams, and some of the most amazingly beauti- people calling California home. It is decidedly the surrounding countryside sparsely populated. meadows. ful cities, fashionable small towns and quaint, yet and exotically rural.

Within an area the size of Ohio are seven national Bird enthusiasts can see the state’s largest PROOF IS OK BY ______________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ trendy communities in the world.

The Shasta/Cascade region is a summertime forests and eight national and state parks. It is an resident population of bald eagles at Shasta Authorized Signature Lake, and hundreds of species at the Klamath Whether your plans include snow or water playground with warm water lakes and the activi- expanse full of natural wonders.

Make theskiing, corrections by __________________________________________________ Date_ _____________________________ playThe Shasta Cascade region is served from Basin National Wildlife Refuge, and the Tule Lake fishingshown or houseboating, hiking or just ties that go with them. It is also a wintertime Authorized Signature ground of alpine magnitude. Still this wilderness north to south by Interstate 5. Smaller routes National Wildlife Refuge north of the lake near relaxing away from it all, Shasta-Cascade has This is a PDF copy of your ad as it might appear in the 2008 edition of something for everyone and everything for region also serves as a major supply and support traverse the area from west to east and include the Oregon border.

101 Things in and MARIN magazine center for the I-5 corridor. highways 299, To 96, Do 36, 44 70, among others. .

Just south is Lava Beds National Monument some.

The roads are mostly two-lane and offer visitors can view miles of hardened molten Please check this proof carefully and let us know how you incredwould like where us to proceed. ible theforward. motorist. rockofflow, lava and created by2007 sudden Thisassumes is a photocopy your adtubes as itads@101things.com willcaves appear in the edition of A reply is needed in scenery order to for move The client full responsibility Major rivers the area include theThe Sacracooling. also enjoy Lake for accuracy and completeness of in information in the ad. publisher willThings notCave be enthusiasts 101 ToFx: Do (707) - will MARIN 443-5309 mento, Klamath, Trinity, Feather and McCloud. Shasta Caverns which is 19 miles north of Redding responsible for any errors if proof is not returned.

Please check this proof carefully and guided notifytour us as soon as possib These waterways provide excitement for anglers, and features a two-hour after a boat Either fax this sheet back or reply to thisand email any as changes PROOF IS O.K. whitewater rafters kayakers, do the or ridesign acrossif thethe lake.

Let us know how you would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown. Cl region’s lakes and reservoirs. The dominant body Trinity County, with the magnificent Trinity accuracy and completeness Publisher willWilderness not be responsible of water in the region is, of course, Shasta Lake,of information.

Alps and Marble Mountain Areas, is for err PROOF IS O.K. __________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________ with 365 Either miles of shoreline created by the second the fi rst inland county from the Humboldt coast.or if P fax this sheet back or reply to email, ANY CHANGES largest dam in the U.S. The lake is visible to trav- Accessible by Highway 299 and Highway 3, the elers at several points along Interstate 5. mountains draw backpackers to 9,000 foot peaks, Make these corrections ____________________________________________________ _____________________________ Please _________________________________________________________ LargePrint as itName is, Shasta Lake pales when alpine Date_ meadows and more than 50 mountain lakes. compared to Mt. Shasta. The mountain, seen on Lake Shasta’s little sister, Lake Shastina, feaclear days, seems APPROVED impossibly massive,by its___________________________________________________________ white tures 147 miles of beautiful shoreline and is growPROOF peak too lofty to be of this world. At 14,162 feet, ing in popularity.

Many of the same water activities Authorized Signature Mt. Shasta is the highest volcano in the state. The are available that are popular at Shasta Lake. mountain attracts hikers, skiers and campers who The attractions mentioned are only a fraction Make the corrections shown by _____________________________________________________________ cavort on its slopes, and serious mountaineers of what’s available in the Shasta Cascade region.

Authorized Signature who strive for its summit.

For more information and helpful advice Mt. Shasta is part of the Cascade Range which in planning your vacation visit www.trinityalpsWhether you’re looking for a free runs diagonally through the region. Southeast of marina.com, www.redwoods-rivers.com and checking account, home financing or Mt. Shasta is Lassen Volcanic National Park, with www.shastalake.org.

106,000 acres of volcanic terrain that includes operating capital for your company,

P P

Come for the Convenience... q q

P

Stay for the Service!

P

we invite you to experience our bank.

For all your financial needs, come to us. And find out why you’ll get more with NVB.

Fairfield Roseville Santa Rosa

Ukiah Woodland

Anderson Cottonwood Crescent City Eureka 2  Ferndale Garberville

OFF SEASON SPECIAL • Stay one night, get 2nd night $30 OFF

Hayfork McKinleyville Palo Cedro Redding 7  Shasta Lake Weaverville Willits

Call:1-866-869-MORE (6673) or go on-line at www.novb.com  Member FDIC

70 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

onal Visitor Publications r Post Office Box 1374 r Eureka, California 95502 r 707-443-4887 r FAX 707-443-1234

Located 15 miles NORTH OF REDDING Off I-5 at Shasta Caverns Rd. (Exit #695) Please Call for Tour Schedule (530) 238-2341 Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Beyond Mendocino Trinity

AY

Hatchet Mtn. Summit El. 4,368

HAT

Forest

ag

A1

EAGLE

Lak e

county

LAKE ri

l

e

M

ville Rd

CHESTER

SC E N IC

36

courtesy of Lake Shasta Caverns, www.lakeshastacaverns.com

.

Outside Lake Shasta Caverns overlooking Lake Shasta.

R

d.

LAS

SE N

MILL CREEK

Crater Mtn. El. 7,418 ft.

SPAULDING TRACT

SC E NIC B YW

Bumpass Hell

89

TO GERLACH, PYRAMID LAKE

lassen

EN

Lassen Volcanic National Park

Summit El. 8,512 ft.

COTTONWOOD 36

RAVENDALE

Lassen National

Lassen Peak El. 10,457 ft.

ANDERSON

MOON LAKE

E

SHINGLETOWN

Forest

McDonald Peak El. 7,932 ft.

CREEK Thousand Lakes Wilderness SS

shasta county

LOWER ALKALAI LAKE

Area

Big Valley Mtn. Summit El. 4,603

AY

ENTERPRISE PALO CEDRO

Wilderness

FALL RIVER MILLS

LA

SHASTA LAKE

McARTHUR

MIDDLE ALKALAI LAKE

nevada

ver

BURNEY

Lake Shasta Caverns

EDDING

W BY

SUSANVILLE

AY BYW

A3

MTN. MEADOWS RES.

T

Travel a National Scenic Highway

This is a photocopy of your ad as it will appear in the 2007 edition of he beauty and diversity in terrain, land- the Feather River through layers of granite.

101 Things To Do® HUMBOLDT Visitor magazine. scape, wildlife and elevation is unsurpassed While the scenery alone justifies a trip, the NI C GREENVILLE Ishi Please check this proof carefully notifyadventures us as soon possible LITTLE GRASS outdoor mayas entice you as well. on the Feather River National Scenic Byway, aand R er VALLEY RES. Wilderness PYRAMID Enjoy fishing, spring kayaking, and swimming on 130 milehow northern California route.

Itproceed, follows the you would like us to or this ad will appear exactly as shown.

LAKE Dixie Mtn. LOS R IVE R summer day on the river. There are also northClient and middle forks the Feather River as a hot assumes fullofresponsibility for accuracy and completeness of information.

El. 8,323 ft.

MOLINOS r e v a t e i h er R hiking is trails it twists andPublisher turns from east (or vice-for plenty F will nottobewest responsible errors of if proof notincluding returned.the Pacific Crest Woodson Bridge State Rec. Area versa) across Butte, Plumas and Lassen Counties National Scenic Trail. The Stretch lies between Plumas National Forest CORNING N Plumas QUINCY Either faxState thisHwy sheet back or reply totime this email, if PROOF IS OK. beautiful any Lake changes Oroville andor Quincy/Graeagle on 70. Total estimated driving CROMBERG Bidwell National r r R e e iv Mansion and continues through Portola where it drops is about 3.5 hours but take in consideration the a e Y A F State Forest Fork

BY W IC GRAEAGLE PARADISE Historic Park dle EN numerous stops along the way to take photo- onto the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada and LITTLE i Please Print Name _________________________________________________________ M Plumas GRASS PORTOLA graphs of waterfalls, river views and mountain the Sierra Valley. If you have a day to spend CHICO VALLEY RES. Eureka Lake Oroville State Park between the larger communities of Sacramento vistas.

State Rec. r Area LAKE ve to follow!

For more The drive is impressively beautiful in the early and Reno this is the road Date PROOF IS OK ____________________________________________________________ ___________________________ Ri OROVILLE sierra county he Authorized Signature information, a self guided driving tour brochure spring when nearly 100 waterfalls cascade down eat F SPARKS k r S. Fo vibrant green, steep, mountainsides ablaze and map of the Feather River National Scenic Make the corrections shown __________________________________________________ Date_ Visitors __________________________ RENO oak yuba Bureau with treesbyand wildflowers. The Feather Byway, call the Plumas County OROVILLE TO PYRAMID Authorized Signature county RiverELKO Canyon is an enormous gorge carved by at (800) 326-2247. te LAKE, But N

147

ANTELOPE LAKE

HONEY LAKE

ive

r

89 SCE

A

Y

BY W

LASSE

36 89

Lassen National Forest

LAKE ALMANOR

Fo rk

ER

AT H

th

o

W Fork Feath

t Sacramen

SC

d

butte

Sierra Army Depot

plumas county

FE

SHASTA

er

YTOWN

LAKE BRITON

JOHNSON PARK

O’BRIEN

SHASTA LAKE

Falls Memorial State Park

BIG LAKE

Fa

Ash Creek Wildlife Area

ll

LAKEHEAD

t

EASTMAN LAKE

i ll R

Shasta - Trinity National Forest

Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park

IRON CNYN. McArthur Burney RES.

Riv

own -Trinity l. Rec. Area

LC A N IC

SC E N IC

LLE

BARTLE

Pi

LAKE McCLOUD

iver

National

SHASTA

VO

DUNSMUIR

Castle Crags State Park

Forest

ALTURAS Modoc Natl.

Wildlife South Refuge Warner

er

MT. SHASTA McCLOUD

LAKE SISKIYOU

Modoc

National

R

Shasta -

Mt. Shasta

El. 14,162 ft.

Black Butte El. 6,325 ft.

Pit

WEED

ddy 38 ft.

XL Ranch Indian Res.

CANBY

Mt. Shasta Wilderness Mt. Shastina El. 12,330 ft.

r

River

q

county Cr e ek

q

nevada county

a county

ACRAMENTO, S ANGELES

TO YUBA CITY, MARYSVILLE, SACRAMENTO

TO SACRAMENTO, SAN FRANCISCO

placer county

Bridges along the scenic Highway 70 drive.

TAHOE CITY

LAKE TAHOE

photo by Stacey Bachand

Lincoln Logs Choice Lincoln Logs. .... The . The Natural Natural Choice ®

If you’re dreaming of that special place, the Original Lincoln Logs can make it happen with comfort and style. Lincoln Logs provides a full range of designs, quality materials and services to make your dream a reality.

Almanor Log Homes Jerry & Lea Money 323 Gateway Drive Lake Almanor, CA 96137 (888) 564-6115 (530) 259-6035 www.almanorloghomes.com

Visit our model home. Call today.

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino / 71

101 Things To Do® • P.O. Box 1374 • Eureka, CA 95502 • Ph: (707) 443-4887 Fax: (707) 443-1234 • ads@101things.com • www.101things.com

Beyond Mendocino

I

Vacation on Shasta Lake

f you are looking for the premier vacation retreat, look no further! Shasta Lake has everything you are looking for.

Whether you are seeking out a days worth of exploration, or a week long adventure, this area has it all!

With 365 miles of shoreline, 40,000 surface acres, an average depth of 400 feet, and enough coves and inlets to be able to hide in seclusion when every boat is on the lake, personal and commercial, Shasta Lake is the ultimate vacation destination!

For those who wish to spend only a day at the lake, you can enjoy beautiful vistas, hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing, cavern tours, dam tours, lake tours, ski and wakeboard lessons, waterfalls and more!

For those who want to spend a little longer in this secluded forested paradise, you can take in the pleasures of Houseboating. Known as the “Houseboating capital of the world,” Shasta Lake is home to 10 marina/resorts, with over 450 houseboats available for rent.

Houseboating can be one of the most pleasurable, relaxing vacations available. From small, rustic houseboats, to huge, luxury houseboats, there is sure to be something to fit your needs!

Houseboating has come a long way in the last 20 years, now offering the most fashionable, modern amenities such as full size stainless appliances, full suites, showers, TVs, DVD players, fireplaces, hot tubs, outdoor kitchens, fly bridges and much more!

If being on the water is not your forte, of California’s largest populations of Bald take your retreat on shore to one of the many Eagle—having over 22 pair.

Shasta Lake was created by the damcabin resorts, motels, RV sites or campgrounds. Most of these destination resorts ming of three major rivers, including the Sacramento river, provide docks, swimthe McCloud river, ming pools, recreation and the Pitt river. In areas, and game rooms the 1940s the dam for you and your fambecame the cenily. For your land based ter for the Central vacation you may want Valley Project, and to experience the freeShasta Dam became dom to visit the beauthe second largest tiful Sundial Bridge in dam in the United Redding before going States, having 6.5 out to a wonderful dinmillion cubic yards ner in one of the many courtesy of Packers Bay Marina of concrete, standarea restaurants. You Shasta Lake is the ultimate vacation destination. ing 602 feet tall, and may want to take your over 3000 feet wide. family to Waterworks Park before exploring at your leisure the It has enough concrete to build a sidewalk many waterfalls and special hikes. Having around the equator of the earth three inches the freedom to go and do what you want is deep and four feet wide!

Shasta Lake is easily accessible by way of a perfect complement to your days that are filled with wakeboarding and skiing from your Interstate 5. Just travel north of Redding for approximately 20 minutes, and you will disprivate dock.

Shasta Lake is part of the Shasta Trinity cover one of the premier lakes in California.

National Forest and supports more than a For more information on Shasta Lake go to dozen types of game fish, including large- shastalake.org for a listing of the business mouth and smallmouth bass, catfish, rainbow owners around the lake, or call the Shasta and brown trout, landlocked salmon, stur- Lake visitor information center at (530) 275geon, crappie and more. There are also Black 1589, or the Shasta Lake Ranger Station at Bear, Whitetail Deer, Otters, Osprey, and one (530) 275-1587.

This is a photocopy of your ad as it will appear in the 2007 edition of

101 Things To Do - MARIN

Please check this proof carefully and notify us as soon as possible.

Let us know how you would like us to proceed, or this ad will appear exactly as shown. Client assumes full respon accuracy and completeness of information. Publisher will not be responsible for errors if proof is not return

Either fax this sheet back or reply to email, ANY CHANGES or if PROOF IS APPRO Please Print Name _________________________________________________________

P PROOF APPROVED by _____________________________________________________________

Date _____________

P

Date _____________

Authorized Signature

Make the corrections shown by _______________________________________________________________ Authorized Signature

courtesy of Redding Convention & Visitors Bureau, www.visitredding.org

Shasta Lake is the largest lake in California, and offers visitors their own little piece of paradise.

HOLIDAY HARBOR S H A S T A

Easy Access

ToyBox...The Fun Rental Center

72 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

L A K E

Six Different Models

Lakeside RV Park

We have what you are looking for!

Houseboating, camping or small boat rentals. Come and spend your vacation with us on BEAUTIFUL SHASTA LAKE! 1-800-776-2628

www.lakeshasta.com

5% Discount for Houseboat Customers

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

Slots are looser on the river.

Chasing the American dream, one pull at a time. In a place where winningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always within reach.

www.winrivercasino.com

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s better on The River.

Lake County

Clear Lake is the largest natural lake in California.

harbin hot springs massage, watsu® & yoga clothing-optional sunbathing rooms, camping & day visits 707-987-2477 south Lake County www.harbin.org/101 74 / Mendocino • www.101things.com

L

ake County is an area of extreme beauty and incredible diversity that is still little known to most travelers in California.

But it is fast becoming “California’s family recreation and getaway destination” as people discover its many pleasant countryside settings, special events throughout the year and accommodations that appeal to all types of travelers.

Lake County is approximately 100 miles north of San Francisco. Highway 20 connects the county with U.S. Highway 101 and Interstate 5. It lies directly east of Mendocino County and has a population of nearly 60,000.

Clear Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake within California and possibly the oldest lake in North America.

Blue Lakes, Lake Pillsbury and Indian Valley Reservoir are the county’s other major bodies of water. The region is rich with historical and cultural resources, as well as recreational opportunities.

Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Lake

County’s national forests and other public lands with trails and back country for hiking, bicycling, dirt biking, rock collecting, bird watching, fishing and hunting.

Fun for all ages is found in such annual events as the Spring Dance Festival in April, the dramatic presentation of the Passion Play in May, the Seaplane Splash-In in September, a variety of Fourth of July activities including the Lake County Rodeo, the Clearlake Worm Races and the Lake County Roundup, the Blackberry Festival in August, the Lake County Fair on Labor Day Weekend and the Kelseyville Pear Festival in September.

State parks in Lake County include Anderson Marsh State Historic Park and Clear Lake State Park. Anderson Marsh is one of the state’s newest parks and its site has been inhabited by Native Americans at various times for the last 10,000 years. Selfguided walking tours of the park start at the Anderson family ranch house. The ranch house and surrounding grounds are also the site of the Blackberry Festival.

courtesy of www.lakecounty.com

Clear Lake State Park had four developed campgrounds with 147 sites. It is on the shore of Clear Lake and at the base of Mount Konocti in Kelseyville. The Clear Lake region is geologically active with many hot springs in the area.

Agriculture has been the mainstay of Lake County’s economy for decades and its produce includes pears, walnuts and wine grapes. The area’s first pear trees were planted in 1854 and the Lake County Mountain Bartlett is considered one of the finest pears in the world. Approximately 4,200 acres in the county are planted in pears, 4,600 in walnuts and 9,000 in wine grapes.

For the relatively small number of acres in grapes, Lake County has produced a large number of award-winning wines. It is home to some of the most respected names in the wine industry including Wildhurst, Tulip Hill, Shannon Ridge and Ceágo vineyards.

For information about Lake County call (707) 274-5652 or visit www.lakecounty.com.

Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

The

Tides Inn

Oceanfront Suites Experience the Tranquil Beauty of the Lost Coast The view from all of our rooms.

Explore the colorful tidepools.

59 Surf Point • Shelter Cove, CA • 888-99-TIDES • www.ShelterCoveTidesInn.com Relax, comb the beaches, explore the colorful tidepools and play in the ocean right outside your front door!

Pqfo!Fwfsz!Ebz!Fydfqu!Disjtunbt" Please say you saw it in 101 Things To Do

www.101things.com • Mendocino Visitor / 3

Our New Home ...

Coming Late 2008

WEST RD

SCHOOL W

Y

H

Ru ssi

ST AT E

iv e r an R

RD

Â&#x17E;

4O 7ILLITS

7 miles north of Ukiah on Highway 101

20

4O 5KIAH

Â&#x17E;

in Beautiful Mendocino County

EAST

NORT

2%$7//$ 6!,,%9

ST

7751 N. State Street Redwood Valley 800-332-9683

Š2008 101 Things To DoŽ

Â&#x17E;

4O (WY