Got somebody to spoil? Humboldt has some magical toy shops that will take you back in time and back to the age of wonder, whether you’re treating a little one or getting in touch with your inner child. You’re never too old to play. The Rocking Horse The Rocking Horse, is located in Arcata’s historic […]
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Perfect Fall Trips
You’ve picked a perfect time to explore Humboldt. Summer’s haze has given way to the clarity of fall. South winds bring a tropical feel, while night brings just enough of a chill to justify extra snuggling. Welcome. The Outdoorsy Type The 12-mile Paradise Royale Loop is a thing of legend in the mountain biking community […]
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Gardens & Gumshoes
Amy Stewart stands at her purple front door with the neighbor’s cat in her arms. The flowers alongside the entry seem unable to contain themselves and rocket toward a cloudless sky. Stewart, author of seven books, (four are New York Times bestsellers), makes her home in a yellow Victorian on a quiet street in downtown […]
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Sweater Weather
Unless you’ve spent time on California’s North Coast before, you may not have brought enough warm clothing for our foggy mornings and cool evenings. It’s sweater weather year round in some parts of Humboldt County and if you forgot to pack one (or if you agree with us that you can never have enough) here […]
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Vinyl Adventures
Missing Link Records Store owners by day and club DJs by night, Matt Jackson and Adam Pokorski pride themselves on carrying a hand-picked stock of music they would want in their personal collections. Old blues, bluegrass, country, underground/indie bands, metal and stoner rock, and soul 45s are the pair’s specialty — no Top 40 here. […]
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Nostalgic & New
No matter what your style, Golden Gait Mercantile in Ferndale and Plaza in Arcata should be on your list of retail experiences to enjoy year-round. Golden Gait Mercantile Walk into this two-story classic general store, smell the sassafras and step back in time. We defy you to resist the old-fashioned candy counter owners Julie and […]
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Get Hooked
If you’re up for an adventure and want to experience the pristine beauty of the North Coast, try a river fishing trip. It’s sure to hook you. Yes, you may grumble at getting up at 4 a.m. or because you might get cold and wet, but once you get out on the placid water, it’s all […]
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Vintiqueing
Daisy Drygoods Proprietor Mary Anderson has been defining her collections for the past 15 years. While her initial focus was on vintage and antique textiles and sewing notions, her business has evolved to include a number of other specialties. This is the place for those who dream of a large store filled with “smalls.” We […]
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There & Back
The King Range runs parallel to the Pacific Ocean, and its western slopes fall steeply onto the rocky shores. In 1936, the dramatic landscape made it impractical for engineers to construct U.S. Highway 1 nearby, earning the area the name “The Lost Coast.” Today, it’s still the longest stretch of undeveloped coast in California. Hiking […]
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Fish On
Insider recently had the pleasure of spending time on the water with Captain Matt Dallam of Northwind Charters in Eureka and Captain Jake Mitchell of Sea Hawk Sportfishing, operating out of Shelter Cove. The genuine enthusiasm these guys show for what they do is well — catching! Captain Dallam’s 35-foot boat Fishy Business came here […]