In Humboldt County, we’re serious about our winter footwear. It’s often rainy and cool here on the coast and nothing keeps one warm like a good pair of boots. We’ve selected some of the best styles from local retailers to keep your feet warm and dry. So go ahead. Jump in a puddle.
Lynn Leishman
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Raise A Glass
Celebrate this summer with innovative cocktail recipes or old favorites in beautiful glassware — sipped through reusable straws, of course. Plaza Arcata has everything you need to mix and serve like a master from recipe books, shakers, jiggers, mixing spoons, copper straws and decanters to just right glasses for mocktails and cocktails. Mix and match […]
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Something Blue
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe. See product key (right)
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We Know What You Bought Last Summer…
For some of us, exploring Humboldt’s retail scene is just as exciting as exploring the stunning outdoors. In case you rolled through the area with someone who refused to stop long or often enough for you to stockpile souvenirs, we’ve made it easy for you by collecting all kinds of take-home fun from throughout the […]
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For the Love of Music
Area retailers provide an array of instruments and musical themed gifts sure to hit the right note with enthusiasts of all levels. 1. Ronin Guitars (707) 798-6052Pinecrest Green Morningstar 2.0, prices start at $4,900, contact for availability 2. Many Hands Gallery 438 Second St., Eureka, (707) 445-0455Kalimbas, $96, $132 3. Otto + Olive 330 Second […]
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Local Flavor
Humboldt’s spice rack is stocked with rubs, salts and seasonings for everything from barbecue to Bloody Marys (just add tomato juice and vodka). You need only decide whether you’re going to share the wealth or make them your new secret ingredients. Find them at Eureka Natural Foods, North Coast Co-op, Wildberries and other local markets. […]
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A Little Something
Keep an eye out for whimsical pieces with a sense of history and place as mementos of time spent here in Humboldt. 1. Land of Lovely 514 Henderson St., Eureka “California Love” Pillow $38 2. Humboldt Flea Market Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, Eureka (First Sunday of every month) Vintage drill with drill bits $7.50 Vintage weed […]
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Art to Go
Humboldt is packed with artists —splash some paint and you’ll hit one, in fact. And you don’t have to be a hardcore collector to take a little piece of our art scene home with you to enjoy. Arcata Artisans A broad sampling of work by Humboldt artists fills this fine art and craft cooperative gallery […]
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Forest for the Fungi
Last fall about this time I found myself salivating over social media posts of wild mushroom harvests here on the North Coast. About the only thing I knew about wild mushrooms was that they are delicious and to take extra money to the farmers market when they’re in season. I have a healthy fear (OK, […]
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Garden Gear
Inspired by our local greenery? Take home a little something to spiff up your yard or garden spot. Miller Farms Nursery – McKinleyville Lite goat gloves $11 Terrarium tool kit $10 Garden hat $20 Bee ceramic container $17 Garden tools $7 each The Garden Gate – Arcata Packable sun hat $30 Brass handled scissors $22 Rose […]
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Hurly Burly
Welcome to redwood burl country, where artisans and craftspeople are turning knotty local wood to create wild and wonderful things. Korbly Wood Products Since the early ’70s, Bernie Korbly’s been turning out gorgeous wooden bowls on a vintage lathe. You’ll recognize him — he’s the guy in the San Francisco Giants ball cap sprinkled with […]