Pretend It’s a Forest
Pretend It’s a Forest – 2/12
By Susana Hernández February 12, 2026
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández February 12, 2026
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández January 16, 2026
A humorous set of hopeful, local predictions imagines Sierra County’s fortunes in 2026.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández August 13, 2025
Maybe signed suggestions could address tourist behavior this summer?
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández May 23, 2025
Explore how community involvement shapes identity and legacy in a small town setting.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández May 1, 2025
Explore Downieville’s local dining options with reasonable prices, unique experiences, and quality ingredients.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández April 11, 2025
Explore Downieville’s cinematic charm and community spirit as it hosts the Banff Film Festival.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández March 20, 2025
A proposal to celebrate Christmas with the first big snowfall, including a tree, dinner, and lights.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández March 6, 2025
Reflecting on work-life balance, leisure activities, and the value of time.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández December 27, 2024
Explore Mexican holiday traditions and consider adopting them for a unique festive season experience.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández November 28, 2024
The local theater company performs a murder mystery play during a blackout, improvising sound and light effects.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández November 8, 2024
Focusing on less harmful debates post-election, like cats vs dogs, wine preferences, and books vs movies.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández October 24, 2024
Speculating on the mysterious absence of bears in Downieville, and offering some hypothetical explanations.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández October 10, 2024
The changing seasons in Downieville, personal rituals, and looking forward to winter.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández September 11, 2024
Local resident suggests innovative ideas to boost tourism in Downieville, amid declining foot traffic.
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Pretend It’s a Forest
By Susana Hernández August 27, 2024
The meaning behind “Pretend It’s a Forest”: a reminder to respect and adapt to life in Downieville’s natural surroundings.
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