Wildlife at Baum Lake
Thought for today: Philippians 4:8 ..Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things..
Disclaimer: There is no assurance that any resource or activity I've found or described will be as 'accessible' as you might need. Information or links may be out of date. Use the information at your own risk and be sure to check with your health care professional for exercise advice.
Directions: If coming from Redding, drive 299E past Burney beyond the 4-corners intersection to Cassel Rd/299E. Then drive south a few miles on Cassel Rd to find the sign for Baum Lake Rd and Crystal Lake Fish Hatchery. The hatchery is adjacent to Baum Lake. There is also Crystal Lake, which feeds into Baum Lake, but it is a walk-in only area to get there and less accessible for me.
There is an abundance of wildlife at Baum Lake. In Ocober, you have glorious fall foliage plus Blue Herons, American White Pelicans and Pied Billed Grebes. In February, theses waterfowl are joined by Comorants, Canadian Geese, Fly Catchers, Mallard Ducks, Bufflehead Ducks and American Coots.
American White Pelican at Baum Lake
In March, there were the additions of Cinamon Teals, Ring Necked Ducks, Blackbirds, Osprey, and a pair of muscrats. Deer are generally nearby year round.
Cinnamon Teal at Baum Lake
Bufflehead Duck at Baum Lake
Ringed Neck Ducks at Baum Lake
Muskrat at Baum Lake
Blue Heron at Baum Lake
Lady Mallard Duck
Baum Lake looking towards Crystal Lake
There are lots (and lots, and lots) of places yet to be reviewed for wheelchair accessibility, and I am unlikely to get to them all. So that others may find some new places, I've compiled a draft list of locations that may be wheelchair accessible. These are POSSIBILITIES, no certainties. Some places may be complete duds. ATTENTION: this is a ROUGH draft list - mostly for my own use, so if you use this draft list, lower your expectations and do your homework! DRAFT SHASTA COUNTY ACCESSIBLE RECREATION LIST
