Mike TeSelle
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Sacramento, CA, United States
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Explore Outdoors: Cool bridge, stunning views in Sacramento tied to guy named Guy
Along the American River spans a footbridge so strikingly similar to another bigger, iconic bridge that it might have you doing a double take. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: Why this natural wonder with a devilish name in Mono County was almost blown up
Amid an epic season of heavy snowfall for Sierra ski resorts, there is a natural wonder with a devilish name, formed nearly 100,000 years ago — that at one time was almost blasted into pieces. → Read More
'Light the beam' takes center stage at State of Downtown address
The Downtown Partnership also stressed that hotel occupancy rates are now above pre-pandemic levels and visitor numbers are continuing to show signs of rebounding. → Read More
Next step is tonight in addressing Apple Hill, Tahoe traffic
Traffic planners and city leaders in Placerville will take the next step in an action plan aimed at addressing traffic congestion on Highway 50 Tuesday evening. → Read More
'The Venue' at Thunder Valley Casino gets ready for opening weekend
The Sacramento region's newest concert venue, "The Venue," was unveiled with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Thunder Valley Casino on Tuesday. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: Natural "firefall" phenomenon back in Yosemite
The natural phenomenon that transforms Yosemite National Park's Horsetail Fall into a ribbon of fiery orange, an event known as "Firefall," is set to return this month. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: A Placer County spot for shopping in the snow, once upon a time.
The next time you're headed up Interstate 80 to enjoy the winter scenery or play in the snow, you may want to consider a quick side trip to a spot that was once "the" place to for shopping, especially if you were looking for corn cob pipes or owl ashtrays made out of pinecones. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: A snow play vision in Nevada County saved by last-minute partnership
Buried in this season's deep Sierra snowpack is a story about a visionary, a potentially exhausting way to play in the snow and a last-minute effort to preserve a gorgeous and natural spot high in the Sierra. → Read More
Upcoming Elk Grove vote critical to fate of proposed zoo
An upcoming vote before the Elk Grove City Council on Wednesday could determine whether or not a proposal to build a zoo in that city moves forward. → Read More
Explore Outdoor: An Olympic first that's all but vanished from Tahoe
A popular spot with 20 kilometers of marked cross-country trails is a California State Park that is now home to a spot that once hosted a Winter Olympics first. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: A gold medal spot near Echo Summit to play in the snow
After days of fresh snow piling up in the Sierra, a popular question to ask might be: "Where can we safely and legally go play and sled in the snow?" → Read More
Flooded roadways lead to another rescue, self-deprecating message to others
The continued rush of weekend floodwaters moving westward through south Sacramento County led to another rescue after yet another driver attempted to drive through flooded roads. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: Not Ben Franklin's kite — but a much bigger one in Sacramento County
With a string of rainy days in the forecast, here's a twist on exploring outdoors. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: Mission Peak, a Christmas tradition atop one steep hike
If you're looking for an outdoor hike with a holiday twist, then you may want to consider a hiking trail east of the city of Fremont. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: A Yolo County historic bridge with art or graffiti? You decide
On a rural road west of Davis is a unique historic bridge crossing Putah Creek. Its architectural design alone makes it a rare historic gem in California. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: Natural airshow in Colusa County — from the comfort of your car
With recent rain adding to wetlands throughout the area, now may be a prime opportunity to witness a natural airshow above Northern California. → Read More
Old Priest Grade Road is a Yosemite shortcut steeped in history
Explore a shortcut to and from Yosemite with links to both the Gold Rush days and daredevil stunts: Old Priest Grade road. → Read More
Explore Outdoors: A spot in Auburn where a disco legend meets postal history
If you've never seen the giant statue crouching down for gold behind the trees along Interstate 80 through Auburn, might I suggest taking a moment to read further? → Read More
Explore Outdoors: Harford Pier along California's Central Coast
Harford Pier along the Central Coast is a spot that was once one of the largest crude oil shipping ports in the world with links to the narrow gauge railroad. → Read More
Fate of Sacramento homeless encampment in doubt after hearing
The fate of an encampment for unhoused and homeless individuals, dubbed as "Camp Resolution," is in doubt following a contentious Sacramento City Council meeting Tuesday. → Read More