Snuggled into the Sierra Nevada foothills bwtween Sacramento & Tahoe is a special place called the Coloma Lotus SValley. Carved over eons by the South Fork of the American River, the valley is special for many reasons. For one thihng, visitors and residents alike love the river. The fast - flowing stretch of river between Chili Bar & FOlsom Reservior is one of the most popular whitewater rafting destinations in the United States! Attracting more than 80,000 kayakers and whitewater rafters each year. Another great treasure is the magnificent open space that bounds both sides of the river. In addition to several tree - shade rivers' edge campgrounds, several large tracts of puyblic land provide space for hiking, horseback riding or mountain biking. Agriculture has been a part of the landscape since the Gold Rush days; these days folks often enjoy the bounty from the numerous local orchards and vinyards.
Visitors often first come here for the whitewater thrills, then are drawn into the ghentle charm of the valley abnd its many amenities, settle here permanently like Avelon did! The easygoing climate and friendly folks make this a perfect place to live. Families love the first-rate schools, and everyone benefits from the many restaurants, community events and beauty of this remarkable river valley and it's surrounding country towns.
Now, speaking of community events, check out this fun packed schedule;
American River Music Festival Schedulede for September 22 and 23 this event takes place not only at Henningsen Lotus Park, but also at three nearby riverside campgrounds. In addition to nine main-stage performances at the park, each campground will feature a more intimate performance on Saturday evening and a workshop/performance on Sunday morning. Tickets for the non-profit event can be obtained by calling (530)622-6044 or visiting the website, www.americanrivermusic.org
Anticipated performers include; Dan Crary, a flatpicking guitarist who has been performing all over the worked for more than 50 years. He will be appearing with Beppe Gambetta, a native of Genova, Italy.
Awesome acoustic music on the banks of the South Fork in Coloma California;
The Waybacks, Laurie Lewis, Joe Craven, Dan Crary, Beppe Gambetta, Houston Jones, Dreamsicles, Kieth Greeningher, Rita Hosking & many more!
Camping & rafting packages available
This is the MUST do event of a lifetime! Completely affordable!
Check out these links below. Maybe we will see you there!
www.whitewaterotter.com - tell em Avelon & Erich sent you, maybe Mick will give you a discount :)
www.skydrifters.com - Take an amazing Hot Air Ballon ride OVER the river or the entire event!
Coloma Gold Rush Live
October 13 & 14, 2007 10am - 5pm
More great events to be posted very soon!
