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Volume XVIII Issue 251
Monday, July 20th, 2026
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Adopt A Pet from the Lassen
County Animal Shelter – Clyde
AH-WOOOOO! I’m Clyde, a 2-year-old hound dog with a nose for adventure, a goofy personality, and a heart that’s always looking for new friends. If you’re looking for a dog who can make you laugh just by being himself, I think we should meet.
Like most hounds, I love to follow my nose and explore the world around me. That means I’ll do best with a securely fenced yard or on-leash adventures where I can safely investigate all the exciting sights and smells.
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Hounds are intelligent, affectionate, and incredibly loyal, but we also have an independent streak, sometimes our noses have their own ideas. Keeping my mind busy with walks, sniffing games, and fun activities will help me be my happiest self.
I already know how to sit, I love spending time with people, and I’m always happy to soak up attention from my favorite humans. Whether we’re out exploring a new trail or relaxing together after a day of adventures, I’m happiest when I’m by your side.
If you think your home is ready for a fun-loving, silly, scent-driven companion who will keep you smiling, come meet me. I can’t wait to sniff out my forever family.
Featured animals at the Lassen County Animal Shelter are available for adoption on a first-come-first-serve basis. According to California law, all adoptable dogs and cats must be spayed and neutered before leaving our facility. If interested in adopting an animal, please contact the shelter directly.
Current shelter hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday. You can contact the shelter at 530.257.9200.
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Register Now for the 12th Annual Courage Triathlon at Lake Almanor
Registration is underway for the 12th Annual Courage Triathlon, an event dedicated to supporting Courage Worldwide, Inc. in its vital mission to rescue, restore, and advocate for child survivors of sex trafficking.
Again this year, the Triathlon is including virtual participation, allowing individuals from across the country to join the movement and make a difference. Whether you’re standing at the start line or lacing up your sneakers a thousand miles away, you’re part of this fight.
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Whether you choose to participate solo, as part of a team, or virtually from your own community, every stroke, pedal, and step you take directly benefits Courage Worldwide’s ongoing efforts to provide safe houses and essential resources for these vulnerable children.
The Courage Triathlon will be held August 15th, at 10:00a.m. at the Lake Almanor Country Club (in-person) or virtually (from anywhere!). Activities include a 2.8 Mile Run, a 6.4 Mile Bike ride, and a 3.1 Mile Row/Kayak.
When you cross the finish line — whether that’s at Lake Almanor or at the end of your driveway — you’re telling a survivor that they are seen, they are valued, and they are not alone. Whether you run five miles, paddleboard for two hours, or simply take a walk around your neighborhood and post a photo, your participation amplifies the message of support for child survivors.
Why Participate?
The Courage Triathlon isn’t just about the finish line; it’s about changing lives. Every dollar raised directly funds Courage Worldwide’s efforts to provide residential housing and therapeutic services for child survivors of sex trafficking. By getting involved, you become a crucial part of their journey toward healing and reaching their full potential.
To register as a participant click here.
The Triathlon is actively seeking volunteers, vendors and sponsors to help make the event a success. Your support ensures that every cent raised goes directly to where it’s needed most.
For more information email couragetriathlon@courageworldwide.org or visit the official website by following this link.
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Cooperative Extension Recruiting SNAP Decision-makers for Participatory Research
The University of California Cooperative Extension is recruiting local Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program decision-makers for participatory research aimed at keeping food dollars closer to home.
Each month, nearly $2 million in CalFresh benefits are used across Lassen, Modoc and Siskiyou counties. Even though many local stores and some farmers accept EBT, only a small share of those dollars goes toward locally grown food. This new project hopes to better understand why.
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Led by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the effort focuses entirely on listening to the community. SNAP participants are invited to share their experiences through 90-minute small group conversations. The goal is to learn what makes it easy—or difficult—for people to buy local food.
“We want to hear directly from community members about what works for them and what would make a difference,” said Laurie Wayne, the UCCE’s Nutrition and Food Systems Advisor for Modoc, Lassen and Siskiyou Counties.
Wayne noted that in rural areas, getting fresh food can take time and travel. At the same time, local farmers are producing food right here in the region. Finding ways to better connect those two pieces could help keep food dollars in the community, support small farms, and make fresh foods more accessible.
Local residents who receive SNAP/CalFresh are encouraged to apply. Participation is completely voluntary, and all conversations will be respectful, confidential, and focused on real-life experiences.
Participants are being selected now. Groups will convene in Susanville in July and August, with more to come, including a Spanish-language group in Tulelake in July. Selected participants will be compensated for their time with a $50 gift card.
Community input from these sessions will be used to develop practical ideas that reflect local needs and realities. Wayne added that the results may also help other rural areas facing similar challenges.
To learn more or sign up to participate, contact Laurie Wayne with UCCE Modoc at lwayne@ucanr.edu, call 1.530.233.6400, or sign up online at https://bit.ly/CalFresh-Research.
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Lassen Fire Safe Council Invests Another
$10,000 in Local Fire Science and Forestry Students
The Lassen Fire Safe Council Community Fund has presented another $10,000 check to the Lassen College Foundation & Alumni Association. The funds will directly support scholarships for students enrolled in the college’s Fire Sciences and Forestry programs as part of an ongoing “grow our own” initiative.
The initiative, which initially launched with a $10,000 contribution in 2025, aims to build a robust local workforce by training and retaining professionals who will live and work within Lassen County.
The Community Fund committee, established in December 2023 and chaired by Chevi Amrein, is supported by the sale of unused equipment, small donations, and a portion of the 2021 Dixie Fire PG&E Settlement funds. The council has previously noted that none of the settlement money can be recovered by PG&E in customer rates, ensuring the funds are entirely used for the community’s benefit.
In addition to supporting local education, the LFSC Community Fund continues to assist Lassen County’s 15 volunteer fire departments by offering up to $800 in communication system reimbursements for platforms like IamResponding or Active 911 to improve local dispatch times.
Community members and businesses who wish to join the effort and establish similar scholarships are encouraged to contact LCC Foundation representative Jamie Giles at 1.530.251.8882.
The LFSC welcomes project ideas from its 12 Firewise communities, volunteer fire departments, and all residents to help preserve Northern California’s resources from the effects of wildfires.
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Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride Happens September 12th on the Bizz
Calling all adventure seekers! The Lassen Gravel Adventure Bike Ride is back for another year of challenging climbs, scenic vistas and pure gravel-grinding fun on the Bizz Johnson Trail in the forest playground west of Susanville. Set for Saturday, September 12th, this year’s event promises something for every rider, from seasoned veterans to enthusiastic newcomers.
Unlike many ‘gravel’ rides that include significant stretches of pavement, the Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride stays true to its name.
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Boasting a whopping 97% gravel surface, the course offers a variety of challenges, from smooth, fast sections to technical doubletracks. Riders can expect challenging climbs, rewarding flats and exhilarating descents that will leave them grinning from ear to ear.
Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you cruise through pine forests and beautiful mountain meadows. As you ride along the Susan River, you’ll pass through two incredible, historical train tunnels on the Bizz Johnson Trail. The long course will take you near the shores of two serene, high altitude lakes.
Choose Your Own Adventure
This year, the Lassen Gravel Adventure Ride caters to all abilities with a selection of four distinct courses:
Full Squatch (94 miles): You’ll go to Silver Lake and back with stunning views of beautiful forests, meadows and lakes. Click here for the course map.
Half Squatch (63 miles): This 63-mile course leads you out the Bizz Johnson Trail and onto a maze of wonderfully-scenic gravel backroads through mountain meadows and forests. Click here for the course map.
Short Squatch (40 miles): This 40-mile course leads you out the Bizz Johnson Trail and onto incredible gravel backroads in the Lassen Natl. Forest. The loop passes Goumaz CG with a climb before it heads downhill back home. Click here for the course map.
Mini Squatch (14 miles): An ideal introduction for gravel cycling newbies or families. Enjoy a 14-mile round trip to Devil’s Corral with Brunch on the Bizz at the top.
All courses start and end at the historic Susanville Train Depot, 601 Richmond Road.
The event features multiple well-stocked rest stops throughout each course. All finishers, in all ride categories, will receive a unique finisher medal.
All registered riders will receive a commemorative finisher’s medal, a branded giveaway and a logo sticker (there are more for purchase). A coupon for a free meal and a free beer is also included in registration. Soft style blend tshirts are an optional item for purchase with your registration.
The deadline to enter with a discounted fee is Saturday, Aug 1st. Online registration ends Thursday, September 10th at 5:00p.m. The race is limited to 500 particpants.
For more information and to register online follow this link.
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Pratt Memorial Museum Open Daily During the Summer
July 20, 1971
ELEANOR VANDEBURGH, right, publications chairman of the Lassen County Historical Society, shows Ellen Goldener, Miss Lassen County of 1971, an old parasol found along the Lassen Trail and one of the favorite items on display at the William H. Pratt Memorial Museum.
Trophy in the foreground is an award to the county for their lumber exhibit at the California State Fair in 1924.
Pratt Museum next to historic Roop’s Fort is being kept open from 10a.m. to 4p.m., seven days a week this summer.
Mrs. Vandeburgh serves as curator during the week, assisted by Betty Metz, Lassen College student from Susanville on Sundays and members of the Neighborhood Youth Corps on Mondays. (Lyn Allen photo).
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