Humboldt County, CA Guide: Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna, Ferndale...

Humboldt County, California: Eureka - Arcata - Fortuna - McKinleyville - Ferndale - Garberville - Orick - Rio Dell - Trinidad

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Bear River Casino On the breath-taking coast of Northern California. Open Seven Days a Week. - Over 300 Slot Machines - The Grizzly Bear Den Poker Room - 9 Table Game - Restaurant -Sports Bar

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Featured World Site ...

The Hunger Site
“Someone dies of hunger somewhere in the world every 3.6 seconds. The Hunger Site makes it easy for you to help – simply click on the Donate Free Food button and a serving of rice, wheat, maize or another food staple will be donated on your behalf. The food is paid for by corporate sponsors, who get advertising on the site.”

Current Events...

4th of July Festival & Fireworks
Along the waterfront
Old Town - Eureka
Food, Fun, and Fireworks! Come see the fireworks, play along the Eureka boardwalk, and celebrate Independence Day with great food, live music, and fun for all ages.
Over 100 booths selling homemade crafts, food, and beverages, live music, a Kids Zone, firetrucks, motorcycle show, and of course fireworks. The festivities span along 2nd Street in Old Town between D & F Streets and begin at 10:00am. There will also be a carnival at the foot of C street along the boardwalk. Contact: 707-442-9054.

Discovery Walks - Eureka

Every 4th Saturday
-Throughout the Year -
HELD EVERY FOURTH SATURDAY, all Discovery Walks are FREE and OPEN to the public. We meet at 9:00am, unless otherwise noted, and typically take one and a half to two hours. This early start to your day still gives you plenty of time to do other things. Do you have a favorite walk? Send an email to ruthful@northcoast.com with a suggestion and description of your favorite walk. Ruth Moon, coordinator,
707-443-4586.

Steam-up At Fort Humboldt' Every

3rd Saturday of the month!

10am-4pm

Have you ever gone for a ride on a steam locomotive? Here's your chance to

experience a ride from the past! The

Falk and Bear Harbor steam locomotives are waiting to give you free rides (every 3rd Saturday of the month). Contact:

707-445-6547.

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101 Things To Do in Humboldt County

This online magazine is chockfull of things to do in and around the Humboldt area...along with maps, fantastic details and wonderful pictures.

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Summer Concert Series

- Old Town Eureka -

6-8pm

One of Eureka's favorite summertime traditions has been the Summer Concert Series in Old Town Eureka. The Thursday night concerts are the best place to hear live, local music. The concerts offer entertainment to suit every musical preference - styles range from blues to swing and from rock to reggae.

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Parents ~ Educators ~ Students

We hope you like our Education site with links to excellent online ideas for teachers' planning and Humboldt County schools. Education site with links to excellent online ideas for teachers' planning and Humboldt County schools.

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Would you like a web site for your special service project? If you are a non-profit organization or have a worthwhile "people-helping- people" idea or cause, contact us about the possibility of a free web site.

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Humboldt County Census Facts

The U.S. Census Bureau gives us lots of quick, recent statistics about Humboldt County. QuickFacts Data is derived from Population Estimates, 2000 Census of Population and Housing, 1990 Census of Population and Housing, Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates, County Business Patterns, 1997 Economic Census, Minority- and Women-Owned Business, Building Permits, Consolidated Federal Funds Report, and the 1997 Census of Governments.

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MapQuest

If you haven't checked MapQuest out yet, you're in for a real treat! Type in any address in the U.S. and get a detailed map of the surrounding area. Just print out the map and use it for directions to your home, business, or traveling. Great for parties, meetings, stationary, etc.

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$Unclaimed Property$

Could the State be holding money that is owed to you? Click here to find out!

Local News

~ Times-Standard

~ North Coast Journal

~ The Humboldt Beacon

~ The Lumberjack

~ The Eureka Reporter

~ Arcata Eye

~ McKinleyville Press

News Links

This site is dedicated to keeping you informed about the world...as well as about Humboldt County. Be sure to visit our News Links site where you will find links to local news online as well as to newspapers and web sites around the world.

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Farmers Market

Get ready to relish some great produce at the Arcata Farmers Market which opens in April and runs until November. During the season more than 100 small farms from all over Humboldt County participate. As certified producers, our farmers sell only the commodities that they have grown or raised. The range of products available is astounding; from vine ripened fruits and vegetables, to sweet honey, fresh oysters, trees, flowers, herbs, cheese and more. Find a location near you!

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Humboldt Attractions:

Whether it is beachcombing, walking in the fern-gladed redwood forests, or just plain relaxing, Humboldt County has something for everyone! Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna, Ferndale, Redway, McKinleyville, Trinidad, Humboldt Bay, Samoa, Willow Creek, Scotia, Blue Lake, Highway 101, the Coast Route...See all the beauty of the North Coast in Humboldt County!

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Gas Prices in Humboldt County

Would you like to know where the lowest gas prices are in Humboldt County? Click here for the stations with the lowest gas prices in Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna and other cities.

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Humboldt State University Athletics

For all the latest sports news from Humboldt State University, take a look at their athletics site.

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Humboldt State University

Humboldt State University has one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States. Even if you don't plan to attend college there, be sure to visit their web site for some great videos of the campus and surrounding areas:

- Loving Humboldt's Unique Setting

- A Better World Starts in the Redwoods

- Humboldt State University: The Aerial View

- Who Says College Can't Be Fun

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Earthquakes In and Around

Humboldt County

Interested in information about earthquake activity in and around Humboldt County (Eureka, Arcata, Trinidad...)? The United States Geological Survey website has created an index map of recent earthquakes in California. The maps are updated within 5 minutes of an earthquake.

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Look forward to...

The Fortuna Redwood Rodeo
July 14 through 20

"It's not just the raging bulls and courageous cowhands; the Fortuna Rodeo is a week-long family festival with something for everyone. The rodeo committee works tirelessly to create fun activities that begin on Monday with a citywide chili cook off and end the following Sunday afternoon at the rodeo arena.

Held in Fortuna since 1921, the Fortuna Rodeo has evolved into a fun-filled week of activities for the entire family that culminates in the California Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association (CCPRA) Finals.

The perfect summer weather lends itself to outdoor activities, and rodeo week is just that. Come enjoy small town Americana. The good old days are still happening every year at the Fortuna Rodeo." More...

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Essential Reading Before Flying

Do you plan on flying out of Humboldt County soon? We suggest you check out the site of the Transportation Security Administration before you pack for your next plane trip. Posted here is the most current and detailed information on airport screening procedures and baggage contents restrictions. Take a few minutes to review the rules and you can spare yourself some annoying surprises at the terminal.

Humboldt County Convention and Visitor Bureau - Events calendar, tourist attractions, parks, campgrounds, recreational resources, hotels & dining guide.

City of Arcata - Arcata - official site.

Arcata Chamber of Commerce

City of Eureka - Eureka - official site.

Eureka Chamber of Commerce

Ferndale Chamber of Commerce

Fortuna Chamber of Commerce

Fortuna: Discover the Redwoods

FortunaCam

Garberville & Redway Chamber of Commerce

Orick Chamber of Commerce

McKinleyville

City of Rio Dell

Trinidad Chamber of Commerce

Live WebCam at Trinidad Harbor

Willow Creek Chamber of Commerce (See detailed Trinity River Fishing Report)

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