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Planning a trip to Apple Hill℠? Read this first.

It’s almost time for the Apple Hill℠ ranches to open. Whether you’re a first-timer to the ranches or have been going there for years, you’ll find these tips from Ann Wofford of Wofford Acres Vineyards useful.

Here are Ann’s top five tips to having a memorable time and getting the best service, and one essential tip if you ONLY visit in the Fall…

Rush to Placerville, CA this Weekend

El Dorado County is the birthplace of California’s gold rush, and the fever that inspired hundreds of thousands of emigrants to flock to the Pacific Coast—forever changing the course of American history. Today, modern travelers find small-town charm, outdoor experiences, and robust flavors that continue to thrive in Placerville, CA.

How Can Hiking Become a Spiritual Experience?

There is a vast expanse of research out there that is testament to the physical benefits of hiking. Improved muscle strength, reduced risk of heart diseases, and enhanced respiratory fitness are only some of how hiking is good for us. Hiking makes you a stronger person. Climbing over uneven surfaces, jumping over rocks, and navigating your way around trees and across rivers and streams indeed provide a holistic fitness session for your body. However, did you know that hiking can also be beneficial for you spiritually and emotionally? If you’re feeling like you’re losing yourself and need to reconnect, you may want to try hiking.

Popular pastimes after a record-breaking winter

What a winter! Mother Nature packed a winter wallop that we haven’t seen in a while. Some nearby ski resorts have announced they will stay open longer thanks to the record-breaking snowfall in the mountains. Streams, rivers, and lakes are full, waterfalls and wildflowers are going crazy, and the rolling hills are lush and green again.  There has never been a better time to enjoy the great outdoors in El Dorado. We’ve put together some of our most popular pastimes following a wild and wet winter.