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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Victor Guerrero along with his dog hiking the Yahi Trail. Photo credit: Katalina Santamaria

Explore Upper Bidwell Park with a day trip on the Yahi Trail

Katalina Santamaria
May 8, 2018

Located in Upper Bidwell Park, roughly 10 minutes outside of Downtown Chico, the Yahi Trail is a simple, yet exciting hike that leads to Chico’s beloved Bear Hole. There are various ways to get to...

Upper Bidwell Park offers many hiking and biking trails, swimming holes and views in its 3,670 acres of recreational space. Photo credit: Nick Bragg

Chico offers array of options for outdoor recreation enthusiasts

Nick Bragg
February 28, 2015
The spring season is right around the corner — spend it outdoors with friends and experience Chico in another light.
Patti Horsley, professor and health education specialist, holds office hours in Butte Hall for her students and any other students interested in learning about health education. Photo credit: Stephanie Schmieding

Students stay slim beyond the gym

Stephanie Schmieding
September 18, 2014
Students have many opportunities to stay in shape while enjoying the outdoors and exploring Chico.