{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63dd6d101c67ba0010103f78/690e1b7877626ebfbfcbde86?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"End-of-Year Experiences in California's Sequoia Country","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/63dd6d101c67ba0010103f78/1762531805198-f4698693-7a68-4d52-ac8f-08c5eb63ff5e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>From festive markets to winter hiking trails, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “California’s Sequoia Country” podcast highlights the many ways to enjoy Tulare County as the year winds down. Discover the region’s charming local events, culinary delights, and outdoor adventures that make this destination shine during the holiday season.</p><p><br></p><p>Featured guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council include:</p><p>- Suzanne Bianco – Visit Visalia: <a href=\"https://www.visitvisalia.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.visitvisalia.com/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>- Donnette Silva Carter – Tulare Chamber of Commerce: <a href=\"https://www.tularechamber.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.tularechamber.org/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>- Daniel Huecker – Sequoia Parks Conservancy: <a href=\"https://sequoiaparksconservancy.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://sequoiaparksconservancy.org/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>- Alida Verduzco Silva – Tulare County Resource Management Agency: <a href=\"https://discovertularecounty.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://discovertularecounty.com/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 This conversation explores the shopping, seasonal events, and culinary experiences that make Tulare County and California’s Sequoia Country a vibrant end-of-year destination. From vendor fairs and local food trails to winter adventures and guided programs in the parks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Plan your visit here: <a href=\"https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Takeaways:</p><p>• Tulare County offers a wide variety of holiday shopping and craft markets.</p><p>• Local eateries showcase flavors from tacos to Mediterranean fare.</p><p>• Outdoor winter activities include hiking, snowshoeing, and stargazing.</p><p>• Sequoia Parks Conservancy hosts guided hikes and astronomy programs.</p><p>• The region celebrates its agricultural bounty and community traditions.</p><p><br></p><p>📡 This episode also streams on Big Blend Radio’s Parks &amp; Travel, Vacation Station, and Big Daily Blend podcast channels. Explore the Big Blend Radio Network: <a href=\"https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Big Blend Radio"}