Only a quick 10-mile drive from Sacramento is one of the region's best spots for viewing birds and other wildlife, the Vic Fazio Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area. It offers something most preserves can't: the ability to drive the preserve.

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They would depart for China in two days. That had been the plan, anyway. The Collivers, Paul and Sharen, were all packed and prepped, eager for an adventure far removed from their lives as almond farmers south of Fresno.
Scores of hard-bodied types adorned either in clingy Lycra or bike-messenger-casual came to Hot Italian, the sopraffino Italian bistro in midtown Sacramento, not to consume calories but to burn them.
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The photographer: Richard Turner of Sacramento
A guide for what you need to buy, read or consume to enhance your recreation experience

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They would depart for China in two days. That had been the plan, anyway. The Collivers, Paul and Sharen, were all packed and prepped, eager for an adventure far removed from their lives as almond farmers south of Fresno.

INTERACTIVE MAP: TAHOE IS A TREASURE
When you're looking to beat the heat there's no better cooling-off spot than Lake Tahoe. We've compiled a list of fun things to do - river rafting, hikes, tours, even a trip on the Tahoe Queen - along with places to dine lakeside. All the "shores" are accounted for. Click here, pack your bag and enjoy the trip!
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Ironically and somewhat sadly, the Las Vegas Strip has little room these days for Mr. Las Vegas.

I planned a once-in-a- lifetime trip for my two children and me to South Africa a few months ago. I used a travel agency to book my airline tickets.

011 Heron At Sunset

Only a quick 10-mile drive from Sacramento is one of the region's best spots for viewing birds and other wildlife, the Vic Fazio Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area. It offers something most preserves can't: the ability to drive the preserve.

Rainy weather in Sacramento

The storm moving through the Sacramento area today will bring about a half-inch of rain, according to the National Weather Service.

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