<description>&lt;h2&gt;GoNOMAD Travel Podcast: Humboldt County, California&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Episode Title:&lt;/strong&gt; Humboldt County: Redwoods, Oysters, and Coastal Charm&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Host:&lt;/strong&gt; Max Hartshorne, based on a story by Jerry Olivas. &lt;a href="mailto:drolivas@hotmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;drolivas@hotmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Episode Summary:&lt;/strong&gt; In this episode, Max takes us to the far northern reaches of California to explore Humboldt County—a region defined by towering redwoods, rugged coastline, and laid-back towns like Eureka and Arcata. From oyster farms on Humboldt Bay to Victorian architecture and vibrant farmers' markets, this is a place where nature and culture intertwine.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You'll Hear About:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The magic of Eureka’s Old Town, with its colorful Victorian buildings and waterfront charm&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Humboldt Bay’s oyster scene and why this region is a hidden gem for seafood lovers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Arcata’s community vibe, redwood forest hikes, and Saturday farmers market&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Scenic drives through ancient redwood groves, including the Avenue of the Giants&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Local events like the Friday Night Market in Eureka and the arts scene woven into the county’s culture&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Understanding the area's homeless and drug problems, and how they affect travelers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Why Humboldt County is perfect for travelers seeking quiet beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town hospitality&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Featured Highlights:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;A sailboat ride across Humboldt Bay&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Sampling oysters fresh from the farm&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Walking beneath the world’s tallest trees&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Discovering tide pools and coastal wildlife&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Meeting local makers and artists at the market&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Links &amp;amp; Resources:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Explore Humboldt County&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Eureka Visitor Info&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Arcata Farmers Market&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li data-list="bullet"&gt;&lt;span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Redwood National and State Parks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Subscribe &amp;amp; Follow:&lt;/strong&gt; Listen to more episodes of the GoNOMAD Travel Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Max’s adventures at GoNOMAD.com and on Instagram @gonomadtravel.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mentioned in this episode:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. 

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Discovering Humboldt County: Where Ancient Forests Meet the Pacific Coast

FEB 11, 20267 MIN
GoNOMAD Travel Podcast

Discovering Humboldt County: Where Ancient Forests Meet the Pacific Coast

FEB 11, 20267 MIN

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GoNOMAD Travel Podcast: Humboldt County, CaliforniaEpisode Title: Humboldt County: Redwoods, Oysters, and Coastal CharmHost: Max Hartshorne, based on a story by Jerry Olivas. [email protected] Summary: In this episode, Max takes us to the far northern reaches of California to explore Humboldt County—a region defined by towering redwoods, rugged coastline, and laid-back towns like Eureka and Arcata. From oyster farms on Humboldt Bay to Victorian architecture and vibrant farmers' markets, this is a place where nature and culture intertwine.What You'll Hear About:The magic of Eureka’s Old Town, with its colorful Victorian buildings and waterfront charmHumboldt Bay’s oyster scene and why this region is a hidden gem for seafood loversArcata’s community vibe, redwood forest hikes, and Saturday farmers marketScenic drives through ancient redwood groves, including the Avenue of the GiantsLocal events like the Friday Night Market in Eureka and the arts scene woven into the county’s cultureUnderstanding the area's homeless and drug problems, and how they affect travelersWhy Humboldt County is perfect for travelers seeking quiet beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town hospitalityFeatured Highlights:A sailboat ride across Humboldt BaySampling oysters fresh from the farmWalking beneath the world’s tallest treesDiscovering tide pools and coastal wildlifeMeeting local makers and artists at the marketLinks & Resources:Explore Humboldt CountyEureka Visitor InfoArcata Farmers MarketRedwood National and State ParksSubscribe & Follow: Listen to more episodes of the GoNOMAD Travel Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Max’s adventures at GoNOMAD.com and on Instagram @gonomadtravel.Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network