Scenic 395 - The Official Guide 2021/2022

Fork of the Kern River. Above the quaint town of Kernville is the Trail of 100 Giants, located on the Western Divide Highway in the Sequoia National Monu- ment. Seeking ghosts? Head to the Silver City Ghost Town, listed in the National Directory of Haunt- ed Places. Even in the cold of winter, there is opportunity for recre- ation in the Kern River Valley area. Check out Alta Sierra Ski Resort, along Rancheria Road outside Wofford Heights. Go to www.altasierra.com or call 760-376-4186 for more informa- tion. Here are some of the featured events throughout the year in the Kern River Valley. Due to the effects of the COVID-19 pan- demic, it is recommended to check ahead of time before at- tending one of these events. February Whiskey Flat Days, Kernville. See the area return to its Old West days as Whiskey Flats. Fea- turing the Wild West Daze Rodeo. More information, Kernville Chamber of Com- merce, 760-376-2629. Annual Isabella Lake Fishing Derby. Always a big event. KRV Chamber of Commerce, 760- 379-5236. May Kern River Valley Classic Car Show. Call Kernville Rotary Club, 760-417-1008. Annual Whitewater Wednes- day. Kernville Chamber of Com- merce, 760-376-2629. Annual Fourth of July Fire- works Extravaganza. KRV Chamber, 760-379- 5236. August Annual Rubber Ducky Race. Call 760-379-7785 for informa- tion. October Annual Sierra Fall Arts and Crafts Show in Kernville. Call 760-376-2629 for information. Kernville Fat Tire Festival. Call 760-376-5236 or 800-861- 6553. Kickin’ Back in Kernville Rod Run. Call 760-376-2629. Whiskey Flat Fall Festival fea- turing several family events. Kernville Chamber, 760-376- 2629. December Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade. Call 760-379-5236 for informa- tion. There are many more events held all over the valley. For more information, call the Kern Valley Sun at 760- 379-3667, the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at 760-376-2629, or the Kern River Valley Chamber of Com- merce at 760-379-5236. 17 2021-2022 Scenic 395 Kern River Valley Continued from Page 16 PHOTO BY AARON CRUTCHFIELD Visitors to Kernville enjoy the refreshing water of the Kern River on a summer’s day. PHOTO BY AARON CRUTCHFIELD Ewings on the Kern is well-known for its dining, drinks and views.