San Joaquin County

Most visitors to California set their sights on the Bay Area, Napa’s wine country or the sandy beaches of the south. And while Manteca, in the fertile San Joaquin Valley, may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of the Golden State, it is a hidden gem for anyone looking to relax in an outdoor-oriented town.  From the sportsman’s palace of Bass Pro Shops to the

Although Lodi, California doesn’t have a reputation as a “destination” the town is quickly becoming known for its flux of produce, wine, and olive oil farms, like the family-run Coldani Olive Ranch, which is turning out award-winning California extra virgin olive oil. Perfect temperatures, paired with the Lodi Delta water supply, make for happy crops that yield impressive products. Although the Coldanis are no neophytes to farming, they have only