The Orion

Getting trashed on a Saturday morning

Dan Christian // September 17, 2018

Bidwell Park is looking better than ever thanks to a record number of community members who gathered at the One Mile Pool, donating their Saturday morning to cleaning up the park. Organizers estimated...

Sixth annual Bidwell Bark brings community together

Josh Cozine // May 5, 2018

Dogs howled at the siren that commenced the 5K fun run Saturday before taking off at One-Mile in Bidwell Park. The sixth annual Bidwell Bark was held Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It was organized...

One Mile: A fun day trip in the sun near downtown Chico

Katalina Santamaria and Rachael Bayuk // April 24, 2018

Located in the heart of Chico in historic Lower Bidwell Park, roughly five minutes from Downtown Chico and Chico State, it is a local favorite.Unlike hikes that may be snowed over or muddy during certain...

Suspects arrested after assaulting bicyclist in One Mile

Michelle Zhu // April 6, 2016

An example of why lone travelers should be cautious, especially at night.

The Bidwell ‘Perks’ of volunteering

Amelia Storm // March 23, 2016

Bidwell Park seeks both regular and drop-in volunteers

Cycling club celebrates artwork at Bidwell Park

Michael Arias // February 27, 2016

The Chico Velo Cycling Club presented their new sculpture, "Decide and Ride," in honor of Ed McLaughlin and the sport of cycling.

Chico State athletes wow at Wake Fest

Sabrina Grislis // September 22, 2015

The Sycamore Pool at One Mile Recreation Center was transformed from its normally calm state into a full-blown wakeboard competition on Friday, Sept. 11.

One Mile named Chico’s best outdoor recreational spot

Jovanna Garcia // September 9, 2015

Take a breather and explore all that One Mile in Lower Bidwell Park has to offer.

Associated Students host successful Labor Day alternative

Kindra Robinson // September 8, 2015

Free food and games provide an alternative option for Wildcats to spend their Labor Day weekend.