California boasts an embarrassment of natural riches – from Yosemite’s towering granite monoliths to Death Valley’s stark otherworldly beauty, from Lake Tahoe’s crystal-clear waters to the Channel ...

An early 3.6-magnitude quake near Redding jolted Northern California residents. Experts share safety tips for minimizing risks during earthquakes.

Tucked inside Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the Boy Scout Tree Trail is a 4.5 km (2.8 mile) moderate trail perfect for lovers of towering trees and forest serenity. Starting from Howland ...

A Northern California park near Reno was named a top U.S. national park. See where it ranks and why it stood out.

It was a blessing to have my windows open last week, not only because they ushered the fresh breezes of an uncharacteristically cool late spring into my writing space, but ...

Wild wolves are making a major comeback in California. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed on Tuesday that three new wolf packs have developed in the state: the Ishi pack in ea… ...

Backcountry Press has announced the release of “California Trees,” a field guide by botanists and naturalists Matt Ritter and Michael Kauffmann. This book is more than just an identification ...

This magnolia is perfect for Northern landscapes In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about selecting grass seed and the best height for mowing lawns.

Ancient Lineage with Modern Benefits Tulip via depositphotos Tulip trees have been around for 30 to 50 million years. They diverged from the Magnolia genus during a time when atmospheric carbon levels ...

The White House announced that the historic "Jackson Magnolia" located near the South Portico was removed from the grounds due to significant safety concerns.

The White House has planted a new sapling to replace an ancient magnolia named for President Andrew Jackson. The nation's seventh president brought the seeds of a southern magnolia tree from his ...