California’s Great White Sharks range from Bodega Bay to Big Sur and as far west as the Farallon Islands – an area often referred to as the red triangle.
Northern California
Steam Beer
Steam beer is the result of brewing with a lager yeast and fermenting at higher temperature usually reserved for ales. Send your thanks to San Francisco.
The Rainbow Flag
Sometimes called the pride flag or gay pride flag, the rainbow flag has been a symbol of gay rights in San Francisco since 1978.
The Artichoke – An Intimidating, Edible Flower
Native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, the artichoke was introduced to California by Spaniards in the nineteenth century.
The California Poppy
Long before the region became know for the gold rush of the 1850’s, the California Poppy, as it is now known, painted the countryside in metallic hues.
Obsidian Arrowheads
To this day it’s not uncommon to find obsidian arrowheads while hiking in the undisturbed parks of the northwest region of the US.
California’s Wild Mustangs
Mustangs, as a term, simply refers to a horse of mixed breeding, but over the years they have become iconic symbols of the American West.