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Rising 2500 feet above the valley floor and spanning 50 miles, the Abert Rim is North America's longest fault scarp. It is home to mule deer and relocated big horn sheep, falcon, hawks, and rattlesnakes.
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Larry ArbanasCedarville, Modoc County
Jedediah Smith arranged the first mountain rendezvous in 1825 at Henry`s Fork on the Green River. Today, authentic reenactments of a mountain rendezvous are held all across the country.
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Jean BilodeauxTule Lake NWR, Modoc County
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The presence of bobcats is a sign of a healthy ecosystem but they can have a negative effect on game birds and waterfowl during chick season. Bobcats have even been credited with an occasional deer kill.
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Dave Menke/USFWSWarner Mountains, Modoc County
Exploring out of the way places is fun and part of the outdoor lover's psyche. The discovery of a secret stream full of trout will challenge another one of our human traits, the ability to not talk.
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Jean BilodeauxLakeview, Lake County
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The same weather pattern that brought the nutrient rich upwelling to the North Pacific Ocean also provided moisture for all kinds of plants that deer love. Look for populations to rebound across the west.
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Larry ArbanasTule Lake NWR, Modoc County
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With sharp vision and high stature sandhill cranes are safe in the open grasslands. Wily coyotes pay them no mind but if a wing droops or a leg is bent the predators will recognize it instantly and attack.
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Dave Menke/USFWSLakeview, Lake County
The farther north you go the angle of the sunlight changes. The reflections of light through dewdrops change their color from red to green to blue. No wonder the northern latitudes are related to Christmas
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Larry ArbanasTule Lake NWR, Modoc County
While American Coots, also known as mud hens, are common gregarious birds they are not always welcomed visitors. Perhaps seeing their delightfully-adorned baby chicks would make us feel differently. Photo by Anders Tomlinson
Patterson Lake, Modoc County
Spring is the time to bring horses and mules out of winter pasture to get ready for the trail. They will be excited and fresh and will forget their manners but the patient wrangler will understand.
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Jean BilodeauxWarner Mountains, Modoc County
Cumulonimbus clouds form over the mountains frequently providing spectacular views, heavy rain, and lightning. Travelers to the high country should take cover at a place they can enjoy the view.
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Jean BilodeauxPhotos by: Larry Arbanas Jean Bilodeaux Lea Huetteman Dave Menke/USFWS Dusty Prevette Anders Tomlinson Lorissa "Reese" Soriano
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Northern California and Southern Oregon offer superb fresh and saltwater fishing. Before you make a trip, make sure you have up-to-date news about where the fish are biting! |
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This region is also famous for its world-class hunting opportunities. Make sure you are armed with the absolute latest news by checking the reports being filed daily at MyOutdoorBuddy.com. |
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Outdoor News If you like to explore the great outdoors your choices are essentially infinite in Northern California and Southern Oregon. Use our news pages to plan your next outing! |
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So many places to visit and so little time, but if you scan these pages you'll know in advance what lies ahead and what not to miss in the almost-mythical State of Jefferson. |
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Photo Contests Thanks to the extraordinary advances in camera technology the next click of the shutter may capture a prize winning image. A stroll through our many photo contest entries makes that point abundantly clear. |
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This preview of coming attractions is just a snippet but if you are planning a trip to this area be forewarned: These photographs, taken by some of the region's finest photographers, are sure to whet your appetite. |
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