Magic is Real

Season 2, Episode 6: Join Bay Area TV personality Roberta Gonzales as she highlights upcoming seasonal festivals and events in Mendocino County. First up is Harvest Mendocino featuring the Mushroom, Whiskey and Wine Train out of Fort Bragg. Then follow her as she jaunts to Hopland for the Sparkling Wine and Oyster Celebration – one of the featured events of Seafood & Sips in the winter. There is a whole lot more to see! Mendocino County, where Magic is Real.

Season 2, Episode 5: Want to see what else there is to do in Mendocino County? Join Bay Area TV personality Roberta Gonzales as she shares an idyllic horseback ride along the North Coast as well as her off-roading adventures on Cow Mountain in Ukiah.... there is a whole lot more to see! Mendocino County, where Magic is Real.

Season 2, Episode 4: Bay Area TV personality Roberta Gonzales is trekking through Mendocino County once again, discovering magic along the way in a new video podcast series. This time, she's checking out the hiking and biking scene - In Ukiah, we will be hiking through Low Gap Park in the west hills of the city and on the coast we are showcasing the mountain biking scene around redwoods, with a nod to mountain biking events within the county, plus a leisure biking/hiking path in Fort Bragg. .... there is a whole lot more to see! Mendocino County, where Magic is Real.

Season 2, Episode 3: Bay Area TV personality Roberta Gonzales is trekking through Mendocino County once again, discovering magic along the way in a new podcast series. This time, she's checking out the music scene - from the Mendocino Music Festival on the coast to the Sundays in the Park in Ukiah. Come listen for yourself what Mendocino County has to offer in the world of Music... there is a whole lot more to see! Mendocino County, where Magic is Real.

Bay Area TV personality Roberta Gonzales is trekking through Mendocino County once again, discovering magic along the way in a new video podcast series. This time, she's checking out live theater - from the Mendocino Theatre Company on the coast to the Mendocino Community College Dance and Theatre department in Ukiah where we will talk with Directors Eryn Schon-Brunner and Red Elman. Come see for yourself what Mendocino County has to offer in the world of Live Theatre... there is a whole lot more to see! Mendocino County, where Magic is Real.

Bay Area TV personality Roberta Gonzales is trekking through Mendocino County once again, discovering magic along the way in a new podcast series. This time, she's checking out the art scene - from a walking tour of murals in Fort Bragg to the newest gallery in Ukiah and a most unique stop in Redwood Valley where anyone can learn to create art from anything! Come see for yourself what Mendocino County has to offer in the world of art...there is a whole lot more to see! Mendocino County, where Magic is Real.

Welcome to this month’s installment of Visit Mendocino County’s Room to Roam video podcast with Bay Area television personality Roberta Gonzales! This last segment of the year finds Roberta enjoying libations, schmoozing with four-legged friends, and enjoying some good eats along the coast. Joined by VMC Executive Director Travis Scott, Roberta reveals some of her fondest memories and places from her travels to Mendocino County throughout the year! Enjoy the laughs, gather some tips, and make plans to Visit Mendocino County!

A Seaside Retreat - with Goats
Roberta visits with Scott Connolly, owner of The Andiron Seaside Inn & Cabins in Little River where the chill happy hour scene is highlighted with tasty libations, Big Band music and roaming goats! Discover how a couple of urbanites chose a lifestyle of nature, relaxation and quirky, nostalgic cabins, and the guests that keep coming back for more!

Libations & Temptations
Patterson’s Pub is a staple in the village of Mendocino, serving up comfort food, pints o’ beer and inventive cocktails. Roberta chats with General Manager Jeanie about the popular hangout, some of her favorite dishes (they look delish!), and being a born-and-raised local, plus the allure of Mendocino County to locals and visitors alike.

More Faves from Roberta
Having spent quite a bit of time in Mendocino County over the past year, Roberta shares a few of her favorite experiences and they run the gamut! From Captain Fletcher’s where Highways 128 & 1 meet up to Pacific Star Winery on the bluffs of the North Coast, with a fun stay glamping, plus an education about tattoos, cannabis and donkeys!

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In this month's edition of Room to Roam, Bay Area television personality Roberta Gonzales explores part of the "secret" south coast of Mendocino, where there's plenty of room to roam no matter where you go! Join her and she discovers a fabulous place to stay, delights in art amid the redwoods, and gets reacquainted with a fellow media great from back in the day.

Cottages & Chickens
Mar Vista Farm & Cottages sits on a gentle slope, dotted with cottages that are outfitted with luxury bedding, full kitchens, cozy seating areas, and a basket meant for harvesting your own veggies from their stunning organic garden. With chickens numbering close to 100, daily farm-fresh eggs are a staple. Learn more as Roberta chats with owners Christopher & Deanna.

Art Amongst the Redwoods
Tucked in and amongst the redwoods in Gualala Arts Center - a beautifully built ode to art that features several rooms for exhibit and includes outdoor sculptures, plus an amphitheater, fairy circle and more! Executive Director, David 'Sus' Susalla shares his passion for the arts and the community.

A Community Classic
The Coast FM - KOZT has been serving up classic rock, folk, blues and community news since 1991.  Co-owner Tom Yates, who was a fixture on the LA radio airwaves as well as in San Francisco, purchased The Coast with his wife Vicky Watts. Along with the Coast Crew, they provide local news coverage, weather and community events plus world-class music to a global audience.

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Bay Area television personality Roberta Gonzales has spent months roaming Mendocino County, finding unique outings, spectacular activities, and meeting some incredible local characters!  In this month's Room to Roam Podcast, she revisits some of your favorites along with Visit Mendocino County's Executive Director, Travis Scott.

Mendocino's Own Pacific Star
Sally Ottoson, founder and winemaker of Pacific Star Winery, shares her love of winemaking as one of the first women in this field.  A local through and through, she delights in meeting new people and old friends at her stunning winery about 10 miles north of Fort Bragg, which sits on a bluff overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean. Get enchanted all over again!

On the Right Track
Meet up with Chief Skunk, Robert Jason Pinoli, as he shares the history of the Skunk Train and tells all about the Skunk Train's newest offering - Rail Bikes!  What started with one relatively short trip has now expanded to include a 25-mile sojourn through the stunning redwoods. And yes, dogs are welcome to enjoy this incredible experience.

Captain Fletcher Lives On
One of the most unique and beloved places in the care of MendoParks is the Navarro-by-the-Sea Interpretive Center - otherwise known as Captain Fletcher's Inn. Rediscover the history of this place that once housed seafarers as MendoParks' Executive Director Elizabeth Cameron takes you on a virtual tour of this historic building full of interesting stories!

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Room to Roam: From Glamping to Camping

In this month’s edition of Room to Roam, Bay Area television personality Roberta Gonzales, along with VMC Executive Director and co-pilot Travis Scott, explores camping options along the Mendocino Coast, from a luxe accommodation to beach cove fun to a family gathering spot.  Each place offers activities and amenities, and all provide the promise of a campfire at the end of the evening. 

 Glamping in the Grove

What’s glamping??  Why it’s the perfect combination of resort amenities in a campground setting!  At Mendocino Grove, discover what the hubbub is all about with fabulous accommodations ensconced in a safari-style tent beneath a canopy of redwoods… and with the added bonus of a ‘camp valet’ to assist with lighting the campfire.  You’ll be saying, “S’more please!”

Log Cabins, RVs and Tents…Oh My!

Just north of Mendocino Village and tucked into a cove is Caspar Beach RV Park & Campground.  This hidden gem offers multiple types of lodging options…from tent spaces to RV spots, log cabins to tiny houses for rent! You’ll also find a general store stocked with amenities and gear for serious fun on the water! 

It’s a Tradition

A playground for all ages, Manchester KOA on the south coast brims with activities for everyone: swimming pool, jacuzzi, arcade, pool table, and kamping kitchen.  With its proximity to several iconic and historic sites, it’s an ideal spot to bring the family, and make the trek an annual tradition!