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  Mt Shasta Nordic | About Us
Mt Shasta Nordic Ski Organization is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Nordic skiing through educational outreach and the development and enhancement of Nordic skiing facilities and trail systems in the Mt Shasta, California area.
Mt Shasta Nordic was formed in early 2006 by members of the Mt Shasta area Nordic community who recognized that the Nordic skiing infrastructure Northern California could be preserved and enhanced by a community group passionate about cross-country skiing.
Develop and provide Nordic trails to a broad range of skiers: from marked and unmarked backcountry routes, to beginner and intermediate recreational trails, to challenging skate and diagonal groomed trails suitable for the development of competitive athletes.
www.mtshastanordic.org /about1.htm   (376 words)

  
  Shasta, California
Shasta, 40 miles (65 km) south of the California-Oregon border is the second highest (14,161 feet, 4,317 m)mountain in the Cascade Range.
The Hotlum cone is the youngest eruptive center and forms Shasta's summit and the north and northeast flanks.
The hummocks in the foreground are debris avalanche deposits from Shasta that are between 300,000 and 380,000 years old.
volcano.und.nodak.edu /vwdocs/volc_images/north_america/california/shasta.html   (564 words)

  
 Mount Shasta City, Mt. Shasta California
Mount Shasta City is situated at the base of the southwestern slope of Mt. Shasta, a 14,162 foot volcano, and second highest peak in the Cascade Range and second highest volcano in the lower 48 United States.
Snowcapped Mt. Shasta with all its grandeur towering high in the blue sky, standing 14,162 feet in elevation, alone and massive in size, isolating itself from the rugged peaks that surround it like a lonely pyramid in the desert.
Climbing Mt. Shasta There are 17 established routes to the summit of this 14,162 foot volcano, Avalanche Gulch Route is one of the most popularly climbed routes in the United States.
www.shastahome.com /visitors.htm   (1790 words)

  
 Geology 208 Cascade Volcano Report - Mt. Shasta
Shasta's volume of about 80 cubic miles was erupted during the last million or so years in outbursts that produce large numbers of lava flows, mostly composed of brown andesite and in its final stages of activity, ash falls.
Shasta is the largest stratovolcano of the Cascade chain at approximately 350 cubic kilometers, it compares in volume to such well know massive stratovolcanoes as Fuji-san (Japan) and Cotopaxi (Ecuador).
On the basis of its past behavior, Shasta is not likely to erupt large volumes of pumiceous ash in the future; areas subject to the greatest risk from air-fall tephra are located mainly east and within about 50 kilometers of the summit of the volcano.
www.eskimo.com /~normb/geo208/mtshasta/mtshasta.html   (628 words)

  
 Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Mount Shasta Wilderness Areas
The Mt. Shasta Wilderness was established in 1984 with the passage of the California Wilderness Act.
Mt. Shasta is the second highest (to Mt. Rainier) of the Cascade Range volcanoes.
Rising to an elevation of 14,162 feet, Mt. Shasta is a landmark that dominates the horizon for several hundred miles in all directions.
www.fs.fed.us /r5/shastatrinity/recreation/smmu/wilderness/shasta-wilderness.shtml   (1607 words)

  
 Mount Shasta - Crystalinks
Native American lore of the area held that Shasta is inhabited by the spirit chief Skell who descended from heaven to the mountain's summit.
The novel is about the Lemurian race who traveled to Mount Shasta when their continent sank beneath the ocean and are now said to live inside the mountain in a series of tunnels.
The town of Mount Shasta, at the foot of the mountain, is headquarters for several New Age and other spiritual groups, some of whom regard it as a source of cosmic energy.
www.crystalinks.com /mtshasta.html   (1381 words)

  
 CVO Website - Mount Shasta and Vicinity, California
Mount Shasta is a massive compound stratovolcano composed of overlapping cones centered at four or more main vents; it was constructed during a period of more than 100,000 years.
Shasta Valley to the north is largely floored by the debris of the sector collapse, likely representing a considerable fraction of the volume of the ancestral cone.
Boulders of volcanic rock from Mount Shasta are scattered along the west side of Shasta Valley and in the part of Shasta Valley that lies north of Montague, at heights of as much as 100 meters above the adjacent surface of the debris-avalanche deposits.
vulcan.wr.usgs.gov /Volcanoes/Shasta/description_shasta.html   (3536 words)

  
 Mt Shasta Vacation Rentals - Mount Shasta Rental Homes
Located in or near the City of Mount Shasta, we offer Mt. Shasta vacation rentals and long term rental homes.
Choose from a cabin in the woods, home on the river, or a cottage downtown.
All of our Mt. Shasta vacation rental homes are clean and well maintained.
www.mtshastavacationrentals.com   (119 words)

  
 Skiing the Cascade Volcanoes: Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta is the second highest volcano in the Cascade Range and in the lower 48 United States.
Shasta is in fact the most massive stratovolcano in the Cascade chain, rising almost 12000 ft (3600 m) from the surrounding lowlands and easily surpassing in volume the slightly higher Mount Rainier.
This is the standard route to climb Shastina, the prominent satellite cone on the west flank of Mount Shasta.
www.skimountaineer.com /CascadeSki/CascadeSki.php?name=Shasta   (1779 words)

  
 Climbing Mt Shasta, Mount Shasta Climbers Guide
Standing at 14,162 feet, on the summit of Mt. Shasta can be one of the most rewarding experience of your life.
Shasta" is the only written resource you'll need to help you prepare for a 14,162 ft. ascent on the second highest volcano in the United States!
Climbing Mt. Shasta was written and designed specifically for those of you who are motivated to climb Mt. Shasta for the first time.
www.climbingmtshasta.org   (370 words)

  
 GORP - Mt. Shasta Wilderness, California   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Rising to an altitude of 14,162 feet, Mt. Shasta is a landmark that dominates the aerial view for several hundred miles in all directions.
"Shasta" could be derived from several sources: the Russian word "tshastal" meaning white or pure, the French word "chaste" also meaning pure, or some obscure Indian word used by native tribes which could have been picked up and adopted by white travelers.
"Shasta" was also the reported name of an Indian tribe living near Yreka in the 1840's, adding to the belief that the name is most likely of Indian origin.
gorp.away.com /gorp/resource/us_wilderness_area/ca_mt_sh.htm   (709 words)

  
 Attractions in Mt. Shasta
Located alongside Interstate 5 and highway 89, Mt. Shasta is a year round center of activities, surrounded by a multitude of natural adventure options, you can be skiing, hiking, hunting, fishing, sailing etc. in a matter of minutes.
OUR SISTER MOTEL IN Located 52 miles from Mt. Shasta and surrounded by the most beautiful mountains and forests, Shasta Lake is known for it’s first class fishing of trout, bass and salmon, and taking advantage of the extensive shoreline, Shasta Lake houses the largest number of houseboats and other water recreation vehicles.
Offers the best skiing and snowboarding in the area, located 10 miles from Mt. Shasta, the park is a 425 acres of trails and slopes ideal for alpine and cross country skiing.
www.mtshastainn.com /ATTRACTIONS/attractions.html   (202 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce | Recreation | Mountaineering
Because Mt. Shasta stands so tall and so solitary, it tends to draw incoming weather systems to it.
Shasta Wilderness Backcountry Report, maintained by local wilderness rangers.
Permits are issued at the Mt. Shasta and McCloud Ranger District Offices, or may be self-issued at the trailheads.
www.mtshastachamber.com /recmtneer.html   (1264 words)

  
 Mount Shasta Real Estate, Shasta Mt. Homes
Mount Shasta City with real estate that offers magnificent views of the 14,162 peak of Mt. Shasta.
Please Call for Mt. Shasta area Real Estate and Property Listings, Contact William Larsen at (530) 926-2646 or agent cell phone at (530) 859-0131.
All on a heavily treed 2½± acre parcel with Mt. Shasta view & 200’ creek frontage.
www.shastamthomes.com /mt-shasta.htm   (751 words)

  
 SummitPost - Mount Shasta -- Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Mount Shasta is a volcano in the Cascades of Northern California outside of Mt. Shasta City.
Because Shasta towers over neighboring mountains, it tends to “create its own weather.” Moisture condenses on the mountain forming lenticular clouds, so even on clear days the mountain can be covered by clouds.
Self issue kiosks are available at the Mt. Shasta Ranger Station on Alma St. in Mt. Shasta city, the McCloud Ranger Station on Hwy 89 in McCloud and at all trailheads.
www.summitpost.org /mountain/rock/150188/mount-shasta.html   (1154 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta and Mt. Arunachala
Shasta is located at the northern extremity of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range located in Siskiyou County in Northern California.
Shasta is the cone of an extinct volcano rising to a height of over 14,380 feet above sea level.
Today Mt. Shasta is surrounded by groups like the Saint Germain Foundation, Planetary Citizens, Brotherhood of the White Temple, Radiant School of Seekers and Servers, League of Voluntary Effort (LOVE), and a Zen monastery, among others, which have felt a calling to locate near it.
www.themystica.com /mystica/articles/m/mt_shasta_and_mt_arunachala.html   (863 words)

  
 Wes Irish's Mt. Shasta Page
Shasta as seen from the northwest from a small plane on June 20, 2002 (left) - this gives you a good idea of typical snow cover near the end of June.
Shasta is located on the east side of I-5 in the northern part of California about 40 miles south of the Oregon border.
Shasta stands 14,162 feet high and is the home to 5 glaciers.
www.coyotehillconsulting.com /people/wesley/shasta/MtShasta.html   (945 words)

  
 Mount Shasta Real Estate - Mt Shasta, California
– This new custom home is located in one of Mt. Shasta's most desired neighborhoods, the Siskiyou Lake Highlands.
Ft. floor plan boasts "knock out" views of Mt. Shasta, Mt. Eddy and Black Butte.
With quality construction and amenities like; hardwoods, slate, granite and tile, it is sure to satisfy even the most discriminating buyer.
www.realestatemtshasta.com   (246 words)

  
 Mt Shasta Mountain Runners Sponsors
Mercy Mt. Shasta's generosity of spirit is seen by their active involvement in the community.
Mercy Medical Center, Mt. Shasta joined with Mountain Runners to provide a unique underground sound system to enhance the announcements at the Mt. Shasta July 4th Foot Event and other events in Mt. Shasta, such as the Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting in November and Cool Mountain Nights during the Labor Day weekend.
Mercy Medical Center, Mt. Shasta is committed to serving Siskiyou County residents and visitors by providing state-of-the-art technology, a high caliber medical staff, and medical services and programs to meet the community's needs.
www.mtshastarunners.com /sponsors.htm   (791 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta Climb
At 14,162 feet, Mt. Shasta is the second highest volcanic peak in the lower 48 states.
Although Shasta enjoys excellent weather for much of the summer, as with any large mountain, it generates its own weather and snowfall is possible even during the summer months.
The weather and terrain conditions on Mt. Shasta at the time of your arrival will dictate what clothing and equipment you will be required to carry to base camp and what (if anything) can be left behind.
www.rei.com /adventures/trips/weekend/ca_mtshasta_wend.jsp   (2129 words)

  
 Mount Shasta City Visitors Guide, Mt. Shasta, California
Mount Shasta City is situated at the base of the southwestern slope of Mt. Shasta, a 14,162 foot volcano and second highest peak in the Cascade Range and in the United States.
Mount Shasta City elevation is 3,563 feet and the population within the city limits is approximately 3,510 as of 1998.
Black Butte is located at the base of Mount Shasta in northern California about halfway between the towns of Weed and Mount Shasta City.
www.shastahome.org /mtshasta.htm   (1768 words)

  
 Mt Shasta Visitors Guide - Mount Shasta, Siskiyou County
Discover the natural beauty and recreational paradise of Siskiyou County and snowcapped Mt. Shasta.
Shasta Home receives an average of 8,000 page hits per day so if you are looking for information, this is the best place to start.
Shasta Trinity National Forest - info on forest fires, road closures, and other activities in the Forest.
www.shastahome.com   (265 words)

  
 Stardoves in Mt. Shasta, Dunsmuir, Weed, California   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Aquarian Perspectives Inter-Planetary Mission was deployed to Mt. Shasta directly from the Taos Ashram in August of 2003.
We moved 3 times, from Mt. Shasta City near Black Butte, then to Dunsmuir, then Weed and back again to Dunsmuir.
When we first arrived at Mt. Shasta, we were with a group of very loving people who loved us very much and much wonderful work would be carried forth on many levels.
www.stardoves.com /Stardoves_in_Mt.Shasta.html   (264 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Climbing Mt. Shasta: Books: Steve Lewis   (Site not responding. Last check: )
I am planning to Summit Mt. Shasta in the upcoming year; however, I cannot even consider myself a novice--beginner, maybe.
The fact is there are at least 15,000 people (first time climbers) that attempt to climb Mt. Shasta a year and only a third make it.
We are planning our first Summit of Mt. Shasta and searched for a book to "guide" us through what we would need to know.
www.amazon.com /Climbing-Mt-Shasta-Steve-Lewis/dp/1888740051   (1541 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta Patrol
The Volunteer Patrol is the volunteer division of the ski patrol for the Mt. Shasta Board & Ski Park.
Mt. Shasta Patrol is one of the largest "Boarder" Patrols in the United States.
Please fill out the patroller interest form and we will be glad to talk to you about the requirements for transferring to Mt. Shasta.
www.mtshastapatrol.com /how2join_volunteer.cfm   (966 words)

  
 Mt Shasta Nordic | Welcome to the Mt Shasta Nordic Ski Organization
Portions of the Mt. Shasta Nordic Trailhead facility are operated on land under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.
The area is located on the Shasta Trinity National Forest.
The Mt. Shasta Nordic Center is generously groomed and supported by Mt. Shasta Ski Park
www.mtshastanordic.org   (80 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce | Welcome
The City of Mt. Shasta is nestled at the foot of beautiful Mount Shasta, the second highest volcano in the United States and a major peak of the Cascade range.
Shasta is surrounded by natural beauty and plenty of recreational activities.
Masthead photo of Mt. Shasta © Kevin Lahey, used with permission.
www.mtshastachamber.com   (170 words)

  
 Mt Shasta Welcomes Spiritual Visitors to the Sacred Mountain Region
Shasta Valley Hot Air Balloon Meditations, with flights in the beautiful Shasta Valley north of the mountain.
Lake Siskiyou is a great place to camp, to rent a boat, or to hang out on northern California's most beautiful lake and beach on a hot summer day.
There are four small towns at the base of Mt. Shasta.
www.kidsart.com /mtshasta.html   (398 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Gray Butte is a small peak on the south side of Mt. Shasta, up from Panther Meadow and the end of the highway up the mountain.
It is a fine place to visit and pay respects to Mt. Shasta.
Mt. Shasta was the first high mountain my son climbed.
www.wholeo.net /Trips/Travel/MtShasta/shasta.htm   (271 words)

  
 Mt. Shasta Recreation, Fishing, Skiing
Shasta, McCloud, Weed and Dunsmuir where you'll discover the work of a myriad of local artists and craftsmen, quaint gift shops and restaurants.
Shasta Ski Park offers downhill and cross country skiing as well as snowboarding and telemarking.
The Ski Park is just 15 miles east of Mt. Shasta City and welcomes all skill levels.
www.mountshastaresort.com /recreation.htm   (370 words)

  
 Sierra Wilderness Seminars
One day clinic for anyone who wants to climb Mt. Shasta on their own, but who needs instruction in the use of ice ax and crampon use.
For anyone who has a desire to acquire the skills necessary to ascend Mt. Shasta safely, and wishes to explore the world of alpine mountaineering.
For experienced climbers interested in Mt. Shasta’s wild side-expect glaciers, cold blue ice, and a high camp in the middle of the Hotlum Glacier.
swsmtns.com /mountaineering/mt_shasta_courses_climbs.html   (1294 words)

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