It was a century ago that the last log flume brought lumber out of the high Sierra to the Valley. The flumes made the Central Valley a major lumber producing area, and created mill towns like Clovis, ...

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They have not been around as long as roller coasters and carousels, but log flume rides have been thrilling – and dousing – visitors for decades. The concept of the amusement park staple is fairly ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- This year marks the 100th anniversary of the end of an era in Fresno County. It was a century ago that the last log flume brought lumber out of the high Sierra to the Valley.