Winter and Spring 2015
REDDING, Calif., Jan. 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — This year is already off to a phenomenal start with plenty to do and see in this beautiful region filled with history, adventure, food, wine, and special events. Recently included as one of Lonely Planet's Top 10 Best in the US for 2015, the Shasta Cascade region is the perfect place to get back to nature, relax, and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Situated at the northern end of the Sacramento River Valley, Redding is the hub city in Shasta Cascade and is located just two hours north of Sacramento and three hours northeast of San Francisco. Redding offers outdoor adventures and attractions all year long, along with great wine, food, sporting, and cultural events, dining, lodging, and entertainment.
Below is a roundup of exciting new activities and treasures for travelers to enjoy in Redding and Shasta Cascade this winter and spring.
Adventures
Turtle Bay Exploration Park
http://www.turtlebay.org/
New exhibitions: "Sweet: A Tasty Journey" & "West Coast Biennial Art Competition"
Snowshoeing at Lassen Volcanic National Park
http://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/snowshoeing.htm
Shopping
California Street Shop
www.californiastreetshop.com
On The River Supply
www.ontheriversupply.com
Brew and Food News
2nd Annual Hops & Shops Brewfest
February 21, 2015
http://www.visitredding.com/eventdetails.php?eventid=1483&s=40
Woody's Brewing Co.
www.woodysbrewing.biz
Sporting Events
Redding's standout sporting venues include an all-weather complex hosting soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and lacrosse tournaments, and a Big League Dreams complex with three professional replica baseball fields, batting cages, and an indoor arena. For water sports, the Sacramento River, Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown, and the Redding Aquatic Center are all in or within 15 minutes of Redding. Also, Mt. Shasta and Mt. Lassen have adventures for the elevation seeker in everyone.
Nor-Cal Sport Show
March 2, 2015
www.NorcalSportShow.com
Redding Lacrosse Jamboree
February 20-22, 2015
Redding Soccer Park
www.reddinglacrosse.com
Fly Fishing Extravaganza
February 21, 2015
Win River Casino-Grand Ballroom
www.shastatrinityflyfishers.org
Arts and Culture
For all upcoming event information, including the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, the 67th annual Redding Rodeo, and the California 100 Paddle race, please visit www.visitredding.com/events.php.
Hotel Specials
Many Redding hotels and bed and breakfasts are offering fun packages for travelers coming to ski, board, shop, and play. Redding Travelodge: 15% off any room, ask for the "Winter Special." 530-243-5291
- Best Western Plus Hilltop: "Winter Special": a 1 night stay for $116.99 plus tax and fees, and including a $20 certificate to C.R. Gibbs restaurant.
- Tiffany House: 10% off when booked direct via phone, mention "Winter Special."
- Bridgehouse Bed & Breakfast: "Winter Special Luxury Package," $299 plus tax for a 2 night stay, king room, full breakfast each morning, and bottle of wine from Gironda's Italian Restaurant. 530-247-7177.
For more information on Shasta Cascade, or to request a visitor's guide visit www.shastacascade.com. For more information on Redding or to order a visitor's guide visit www.visitredding.com, like our Facebook page www.facebook.com/VisitReddingCA or find us on twitter at www.twitter.com/visitreddingca. For up to date happenings follow our blog at www.visitredding.com/blog.
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