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Submit Your Events to the Lake Almanor Area Chamber Events Website
Want to go snow shoeing? We sell pairs and rent them too! Stop in and grab a set and get out there! Whether you’re looking to buy, or rent for the day, we’ll be happy to help you start your adventure 
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Cookbooks are available for purchase at the following locations....
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Job Postings
For all job postings, please go to lakealmanorarea.com/employment
Almanor Recreation and Parks District is hiring for two seasonal positions:
July 4th Fun Run Coordinator Position (Paid stipend)
Almanor Recreation and Park District coordinates the Annual July 4th Fun Run. This event, now in its 42nd year, occurs every year the 4th just prior to the parade. The event last year drew over 450 runners of all age. We are seeking a person to coordinate the event in conjunction with ARPD Board Members. A $1,000 stipend will be paid. Thorough documentation to guide the process is available.
Mile High Century Bike Event Coordinator (Paid stipend)
Almanor Recreation and Park District coordinates the Annual Mile High 100 Century Bike Event. This event, now in its 41st year, occurs every year the Saturday before Father’s Day. The event last year drew 225 riders participating in one of three rides (33, 66 and 106 miles). We are seeking a person to coordinate the event in conjunction with ARPD Board Members. A $2,000 stipend will be paid. Thorough documentation to guide the process is available.
Find the full job descriptions here. To apply, please email a complete resume and cover letter to Susan Espana, ARPD Board member and Board event coordinator - arpd01@frontier.com
ARPD is seeking a motivated, self-directed person to be the Part-Time Office Manager for our Chester office. Part-time position; weekly hours ranging from 10-20. Hourly pay range $17 to $19 depending on experience.
Description: Manage the ARPD office. Duties include but not limited to the following:
Conducts the daily operations of the District.
1. Maintain appropriate records for office; maintain filing system; budget binders; minutes and agendas binders.
2. Manage Petty Cash Fund. Perform monthly reconciliation in conjunction with Board Treasurer.
3. Financial Records:
a. Receive District funds, make deposits, and transfer funds to the Plumas County Auditor. Create county warrants and backup for payment of invoices
a. Keep ledger records and copies of all receipts and payments submitted to County.
b. Record County clearing of all cash receipts and payments for reconciliation purposes.
c. Work with board Treasurer to reconcile all records and ensure accuracy.
1. Coordinate with the board and program volunteers to support:
a. Fall Soccer Registration
b. Event registrations
c. Publicity for events
4. Coordinate and serve as liaison to District’s insurance agency.
5. Receive and process all mail/electronic correspondence and redirect to appropriate board member.
6. Pick up/post mail at Chester Post Office
7. Distribute mail, answer and direct phone calls. Serve as public “face” of the District.
8. Ensure that established safety protocols and inspections programs are followed, in conjunction with board President.
9. Maintain overall cleanliness of the ARPD office.
10. Coordinate when necessary with Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor and communicate with the board when necessary.
11. Create monthly board meeting agenda and ensure posting where required.
12. Type up monthly board meeting minutes and prepare board packets for meetings.
13. Coordinate with the District’s website manager to update when necessary.
14. Serve as Board secretary, taking minutes, compiling and submitting for approval.
15. FLSA Job Status: Non-exempt, overtime paid for over 8 hours in one day or 40 hours in one week.
If interested in applying, submit a resume to sjespana@gmail.com .
Collins is always searching for people to join our talented team. Benefit premiums are covered 100% for employees as well as dependents. We offer 401k and retirement benefits, as well as vacation and holiday pay. Our company culture is unmatched. Please stop in, contact HR at 530-258-4412 or view the job posting at collinsco.com/HR/.
Howard Construction Hiring Multiple Full-Time Positions in Chester
Now hiring journeyman, apprentice and/or laborers. You and your truck must be reliable, have a phone for contact reasons. Pay depending on experience. Call 530-258-3541 – Email kyle@howardconstruction4u.com; Please see flyer here.
Olah Construction is seeking carpenters who are knowledgeable in the carpentry trade and possess at least two years experience. Competitive pay is dependent on experience and you must have your own tools and reliable transportation as job sites are all around the Lake Almanor basin. Must have the ability to work with other team members as well as independently. Please send resume to olahconstruction@gmail.com
SHD has many open positions in the healthcare and support fields. We offer competitive pay and a full benefits package.
www.senecahospital.org/careers
Apply online or come by the hospital to fill out an application.
Call HR @ 833-227-3743 x1510 or email jmathews@senecahospital.org with any questions.
About Us
The Town Chatter is made possible through the funding of our
Community Partners:
Antlers Motel
Ayoobs Intermountain Hardware
Collins Pine
Coldwell Banker Kehr/O'Brien Real Estate
Lake Almanor Ace Hardware
Lake Almanor Fitness Center
Olah Construction
Rouland Insurance
Seneca Healthcare District.
The Elegant Farmer
and our Platinum Members:
Howard Construction
Five Star Bank
Il Lago Pizza & Pasta
Chamber Board Meetings are at 8:30 am on the 2nd WEDNESDAY of each month in the Chambe
r office at 278 Main Street. All are welcome. Google Meet is available.
Please click here to view our current bylaws.
530.208-5330
278 Main St., Chester
P.O. Box 1198 96020
Info@lakealmanorarea.com
www.LakeAlmanorArea.com
Community Town Hall- Monday, January 22
We will have a brief presentation from Plumas County Sheriff's Office to learn about the importance of the Measure A Sales Tax on the March 5 ballot to help fund Sheriff salaries and sustain Plumas County's safety.
Have a question? Submit here!
Bits & Pieces
Got crab? Your Lake Almanor Elks is hosting our annual Crab Feed on January 27, 2024. 
Dinner includes: Fresh crab, Carla's famous clam chowder, salad and French bread. All for $65 per person which includes tax and tip. All proceeds go to the Lake Almanor Elks Scholarship Fund which benefits local children. Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner service begins at 6 p.m. There will also be a silent auction. Limited seating so get your tickets soon.
Tickets available at Edward Jones, 361 Main Street and Rouland Insurance 650 Main Street. Or contact Terry Parsons at 530-258-9447.
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Death of the Hired Man Performance:
The performance has been changed to January 18th at 6:30pm
at Chester Elementary School Gym
Check out the message from the principal for more information. Voice of the Volcanoes | Smore Newsletters
2024 Community Suppers
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Lake Almanor Community Suppers are supported by the Almanor Basin Food Pantry with a purpose of connecting the community through in person dining at the Chester Memorial Hall.
Dinner will be served to individual/in person diners beginning at 5:00pm to 5:30pm. Those picking up meals to deliver to those who cannot come to the Chester Memorial Hall will be able to join the line for food service after 5:30pm.
January 25, 2024 Lake of the Snows Catholic Church
February 8, 2024 Plumas Bank Valentine’s Day
February 22, 2024 Hospital Auxiliary
March 14, 2024 Rotary St. Patrick’s Day
March 28, 2024 Almanor Fishing Assoc. Easter
April 11, 2024 PEO/Methodist Church
April 25, 2024 Lake Almanor West Auxiliary
Call Carol Franchetti at 259-4323 for more information or to volunteer!
Above Almanor Fish Passage Information
Contact:
Kerry Klosterman (She/her)
Environmental Scientist
Riverine Stewardship Program
Department of Water Resources
Kerry.Klosterman@water.ca.gov
916-296-1582
Lassen National Park Updates
"KYVC in Sun, Snow, and Shadow" |Gary Merril
Current Park Conditions and Services as of 1/14/2024:
Snow Conditions:
3+ feet of snow in the vicinity of Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Webcam links page
Road Access:
Lassen National Park Highway is open to Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center for vehicle travel from State Highway 36.
Oversnow Route Conditions:
Check the Oversnow Route Conditions for updates.
Camping:
Overnight parking is permitted in the southwest parking lot. No tents unless following Backcountry Regulations.
Facilities:
Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center will be open Monday, January 15th from 9:30am-4:30pm for Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
The Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center and Lassen Association Store are open Wed. - Sun. from 9:30am - 4:30pm.
Lassen Cafe & Gift Shop is Open Friday-Sunday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. Food selection limited to prepackaged snacks and drinks.
Ranger-led Programs:
Ranger-led Snowshoe Walks are offered every Saturday and Sunday through the last weekend of March at 1:30 PM (weather permitting). Space is limited. Learn more.
Northwest Area:
Snow Conditions:
6+ inches of snow in the vicinity of Manzanita Lake.
Road Access:
Lassen National Park Highway is open to Loomis Plaza for vehicle travel from State Highway 44.
Oversnow Route Conditions:
Check the Oversnow Route Conditions page for updates.
Facilities:
Lassen Association Store is located in the Loomis Residence. Open Friday - Sunday through winter.
Email LAVO_Information@nps.gov to sign up for the Lassen National Parks updates.
AFA Membership Drive
2024 Membership Drive
As the Almanor Fishing Association (AFA) begins our 2024 Membership Drive, I want to thank you for your past membership. If you were not a member in 2023, please consider joining the AFA Family as we enter our thirty-ninth year of promoting, preserving, and enhancing the Lake Almanor fishery.
In 2023 through the generosity of our members and business sponsors AFA was able to host the sixth Veterans Fishing Day on Lake Almanor where more than a hundred Veterans were treated to a day of fishing and a barbecue lunch at Rec#1.
In addition, for the third year in a row we provided every Plumas County fourth grader with a new fishing rod. AFA volunteers assisted Plumas County Fisheries Biologist Amber Mouser at youth fishing events throughout Plumas County where each child received a new rod and reel. AFA volunteers also provided eight youth fishing clinics at Rec#1 where attendees received a youth rod/reel.
AFA volunteers are two months into our 2023-24 fish pen season. Our fifty thousand fertile West Virginia Rainbows and sixty-five hundred browns from Feather River College are growing quickly and will be ready for release in April. As we prepare for the release of our two millionth trout into Almanor in year 2024/25 our volunteer feeders deserve special recognition for their efforts and dedication to our program.
The last Saturday in July, AFA hosted our 28th annual picnic at LACC Rec #1, the event was well attended and the most successful picnic in the history of our program.
AFA is proud and honored to serve the Lake Almanor Community through our outreach programs. That said, this board recognizes fish, and our fish pen program are the cornerstone of our organization. To that end we are excited to share that we have begun the process of replacing our 39-year-old fish pens. In 2022 we replaced four pens and docking, and we replaced two pens and docking in 2023.We have four old pens left that need replacement.
AFA continues to collaborate with other community members to fight additional cold-water releases from Lake Almanor. The AFA Board provided five thousand dollars towards the battle, and we are prepared to do whatever possible to protect Lake Almanor’s cold water, and our world class cold-water fishery.
If you are receiving this renewal notice in error or see inaccurate information or wish to be removed from our mailing list, please contact us @ almanorfishing@sbcglobal.net .
As always thank you for supporting AFA!
Almanor Foundation Thank you to Collins Pine Co.
Thank you to all who donated to help the foundation reach our goal.
We look forward to continuing our work in 2024.
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