Humboldt County - California 2019 Resource & Relocation Guide
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CONTENTS 5 Welcome Published By: In association with 6-7 14-15 18-19 Newcomer Information 8 Help Hotlines 9 Health & Hospitals 11 Local Education Entertainment & Fun Humboldt County Map 20-21 Eureka City Map Sales Coordinator: John Armbruster Ad Designer: Linda Swindler Book Designer: Asha Bohannon www.skylinepub.net 22-25 Home Buyer Information 27 Buyers Mistakes 29 32-33 How Much Can You Afford? Tips to Selling Your Home 34 Packing Tips 35 Moving Checklist 36 Homefinder Notepad 2 3
Welcome Welcome to the Neighborhood Humboldt County is located in the state of California with the county seat being the city of Eureka. Humboldt Bay is California s second largest natural bay. The county is a densely forested, mountainous and rural area with over 100 miles of coastline, situated right along the Pacific coast in the rugged Coast Ranges. The county contains over forty percent of all remaining old growth of Coast Redwood forests. Humboldt County also comprises the Eureka Arcata Fortuna, CA Micropolitan Statistical Area. It is located on the far North Coast, approximately 270 miles north of San Francisco. There is plenty to see and do here in the Humboldt County and Eureka Area. Find some family fun activities, outdoor adventure or do some relaxing with friends. Come explore the outdoors, do some hiking or biking, go fishing, boating, golfing or attend an outdoor event. Come grab a bite to eat or do some shopping, enjoy a live theatre show or explore the historical landmarks around the area. No matter what kind of adventure you re looking for, you re sure to find something here in beautiful Humboldt County! Online Resources: www.humboldtgov.org www.ci.eureka.ca.gov www.visitredwoods.com 4 How to Use This Resource & Relocation Guide provides you with the essential information you may need in an easy to follow This Guide format so that your move or visit to the area goes smoothly. We provide telephone numbers and websites for the people and agencies that can assist with relocating your home or business. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, calling ahead before attending a listed event or business is recommended. 5
Newcomer Info Newcomer Info Newcomer Information Police Departments Humboldt County Sheriff 826 4th St. (707) 445-7251 Eureka Police 604 C St. (707) 441-4060 Highway Patrol 255 Samoa Blvd. (707) 822-5981 Arcata Police 736 F St. (707) 822-2428 Fortuna Police 621 11th St. Fortuna, CA (707) 725-7550 Fire Departments Humboldt County Courthouse 825 Fifth St. (707) 445-7256 Blue Lake Fire 111 1st Ave. Blue Lake, CA (707) 668-5765 Eureka Fire 533 C St. (707) 441-4000 Fortuna Fire 320 S. Fortuna Blvd. Fortuna, CA (707) 725-5521 Humboldt Fire 3455 Harris St. (707) 445-4900 Trinidad Fire 409 Trinity St. Trinidad, CA (707) 677-0224 Westhaven Fire 446 6th Ave. Trinidad, CA (707) 677-0388 Post Offices US Post Office 337 W. Clark St. (800) 275-8777 US Post Office 2906 F St. (800) 275-8777 US Post Office 411 1st Ave. Blue Lake, CA (800) 275-8777 Ferndale Fire 436 Brown St. Ferndale, CA (707) 786-9909 Petrolia Fire 98 Sherman Rd. Petrolia, CA (707) 629-3558 Willow Creek Fire 51 Willow Rd. Willow Creek, CA (530) 629-2968 US Post Office 799 H St. (800) 275-8777 US Post Office 1 Harpst St. (800) 275-8777 US Post Office 699 13th St. Fortuna, CA (800) 275-8777 Area Utilities Eureka Water Department (707) 441-4267 Pacific Gas & Electric (707) 444-0774 Suddenlink (877) 694-9474 Humboldt Bay Water District (707) 443-5018 Redwood Coast Energy Authority (707) 269-1700 US Cellular (707) 441-1823 Humboldt Community Services (707) 443-4558 AT&T (707) 476-0600 Verizon (707) 442-8334 6 7
Health Health Excellent health care Close to home. Having good health overall is a major key to a long and healthy life. Finding ways to take care of your health can aid in recovery and help you feel better daily. Get routine check-ups and visit your doctor when you're not feeling well. Sometimes, it is hard to tell whether not feeling well is due to a side-effect of medicine, a symptom of a health disorder or any other different health problem. Talk to your doctor or other health care specialist for any other questions or information. Area Health & Hospitals Humboldt County Health Department 529 I Street (707) 445-6200 Crestwood Behavioral Health Center 2370 Buhne St. (707) 442-5721 Eureka Veterans Hospital 930 W. Harris St. (707) 269-7500 Mad River Community Hospital 3800 Janes Rd. (707) 822-7220 Redwood Memorial Hospital 3300 Renner Dr. Fortuna, CA (707) 725-3361 Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District 733 Cedar St. Garberville, CA (707) 923-3921 St. Joseph Hospital 2700 Dolbeer St. (707) 445-8121 Dial 911 for Emergencies 8 9
Education Education Where Learning Begins Education is a very vital tool that is used in the contemporary world to succeed. It is important because it is used to mitigate most of the challenges faced in life. The knowledge that is attained through education helps open doors to a lot of opportunities for better prospects in career growth. Getting a head start in education can help you succeed in many aspects of your life and help you grow to your full potential. Local School Districts Humboldt County Office of Education 901 Myrtle Ave. (707) 445-7000 Area Colleges & Universities College of the Redwoods 7351 Tompkins Hill Rd. (707) 476-4100 Dell Arte International 131 H St. Blue Lake, CA (707) 668-5663 Fredricks & Charles Beauty College 831 F St. (707) 443-2733 Humboldt State University 1 Harpst St. (707) 826-3011 10 11
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Entertainment & Fun Entertainment & Fun Wander. Explore. Discover. From the simple pleasures to a variety of other fun choices there is always something to entertain just about anyone in the Humboldt County and Eureka Area. The area offers many beautiful views and a variety of art, music and theater, as well as other endless possibilites such as shopping, relaxing and more. No matter what activities you favor, you're sure to find it here! Agate Beach Patrick's Point State Park, Trinidad, CA (707) 677-3570 Arcata Artisans 883 H St. On the Plaza (707) 825-9133 Arcata Playhouse 1251 9th St. (707) 822-1575 Arcata Theatre 1037 H St. (707) 822-6666 Arkley Center for the Performing Arts 412 G St. (707) 442-1956 14 Big Lagoon County Park 510 Big Lagoon Park Rd. Trinidad, CA (707) 445-7651 Centerville Beach County Park Ferndale, CA (707) 445-7651 Chandelier Drive Thru Tree Drive Thru Tree Rd. Leggett, CA (707) 925-6363 Chapman's Gem & Mineral Shop 66 Metropolitan Rd. Fortuna, CA (707) 725-2714 Clarke Historical Museum 240 E St. (707) 443-1947 Cookhouse Samoa 908 Vance Ave. Samoa, CA (707) 442-1659 Emerald Forest of Trinidad 753 Patricks Point Dr. Trinidad, CA (707) 677-3554 Eureka Golf Course 4750 Fairway Dr. (707) 443-4808 Eureka Skate Park 841 Q St. (707) 441-4144 Eureka Waterfront Trail Along Humboldt Bay (707) 269-2066 Ferndale Museum 515 Shaw Ave. Ferndale, CA (707) 786-4466 Fort Humboldt State Historic Park 3431 Fort Ave. (707) 445-6547 Freshwater Park 115 Steel Ln. (707) 445-7651 Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center 921 Waterfront Dr. (707) 443-4222 Humboldt Botanical Gardens 7707 Tompkins Hill Rd. (707) 442-5139 Humboldt Coastal Nature Center 220 Stamp Ln. Manila, CA (707) 444-1397 Humboldt Redwoods State Park 17119 Avenue of the Giants Weott, CA (707) 946-2263 Jacoby s Storehouse 791 Eighth St. (707) 822-2434 Lighthouse Plaza Mini Golf 180 Lupin Dr. (707) 630-5105 Madaket Cruise on Humboldt Bay C St. & 1st St. (707) 445-1910 Morris Graves Museum of Art 636 F St. (707) 442-0278 Natural History Museum 1242 G St. (707) 826-4479 North Coast Adventure Centers 1065 K St., Suite C 95521 (800) 808-2836 Pacific Outfitters Adventures 1600 5th St. (707) 443-6328 Persimmons Garden Gallery 1055 Redway Dr. Redway, CA (707) 923-2748 Redcrest Resort 26459 Ave. of the Giants Redcrest, CA (707) 722-4208 Redwood Curtain Theatre 220 First St. (707) 443-7688 Redwood Discovery Museum 612 G St. #102 (707) 443-9694 River s Edge RV Park 620 Davis St. Rio Dell, CA (707) 764-5420 Sequoia Park Zoo 3414 W St. (707) 441-4263 Shaw House Inn 703 Main St. Ferndale, CA (800) 557-7429 Shoreline RV Park 2600 6th St. (707) 443-2222 Shrine Drive Thru Tree 13078 Ave. of the Giants Myers Flat, CA (707) 943-1975 Six Rivers Rafting Company 41212 Highway 299 Willow Creek, CA (707) 599-4221 Trinidad State Beach Lighthouse Rd & Bay St. Trinidad, CA (707) 677-3570 Willow Creek-China Flat Museum 38949 CA-299 Willow Creek, CA (530) 629-2653 Winnett Vineyards 655 Peachtree Ln. Willow Creek, CA (530) 629-3478 For more information and additional listings please visit: www.visitredwoods.com 15
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