Rick

After many years of being a full time freelance writer, and a long time resident of this state, I've decided to turn my full attention toward California by exploring all that it has to offer. My goal is to inspire you to get out there and explore this amazing state. Please follow my adventures and news content by visiting Calexplornia daily or clicking on one of my Social Media accounts below.

Rick December 24, 2022
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The Ryde Hotel: a Delta landmark rooted in history, mystery and controversy

California’s Delta region has many wonderful remnants of an era that has long passed. One such remnant is the Ryde…
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Rick December 23, 2022
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May Hollister Woolsey: Sacramento’s endearing urban legend

When searching for haunted places in Sacramento, one name constantly pops up in the results – May Woolsey. Her story…
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Rick December 22, 2022
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The story behind the abandoned Colfax Hotel

Long ago, when the town of Colfax, formerly Illinoistown, was surrounded only by mountains and dirt roads, the iron horses…
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Rick December 21, 2022
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The Cohn House: Folsom’s historical, non-haunted mansion

Located at 305 Scott Street in Folsom, California, stands a magnificent and stately mansion on the top of a hill.…
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Rick December 20, 2022
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Glen Alpine Springs Resort: Tahoe’s earliest resort, filled with history and adventure

Lost to the elements, Glen Alpine Springs Resort sits as a remnant of times passed, when adventurers would flock to…
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Rick December 19, 2022
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Clarksburg’s mighty Cornish house and the tale of George F. Cornish

150 years ago, George F. Cornish and his wife Mary made their way to Yolo County, California, with the aspirations…
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Rick December 18, 2022
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Captain Jack’s Stronghold: a cultural and historical centerpiece of California

Located in Northern California, Siskiyou and Modoc Counties, lies an amazing gathering of volcanic formations known as Lava Beds National…
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Rick December 17, 2022
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Donner Pass Petroglyphs: remnants of the mysterious Martis people

Prior to covered wagons, the Donner Party, the Gold Rush and the railroad, Donner Pass was home to an ancient…
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Rick December 16, 2022
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China Wall: Truckee’s memorial to the Chinese laborers who transformed America

Located at Donner Summit, in Truckee, CA, is a memorial dedicated to the Chinese laborers known as “China Wall.” This…
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Rick December 15, 2022
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Donner Summit Train Tunnels: a historical journey through abandoned train tunnels

Truckee has been fondly referred to as “the most historical square mile in California.” And, perhaps, no site represents this…
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