This annual event offers an insight into the challenges faced by the Donner Party as it attempted a Sierra crossing in the winter of 1846-47. As stated on the Sierra Nevada Geotourism Map Guide, “The unforgiving Sierra Nevada winter. . . started early, setting the stage for what was to become an incredibly agonizing story of human desperation and determination.” There will be seven different hikes Continue Reading
Trails and Vistas Art Hike Coming to the North Tahoe Truckee Area This Weekend
The sounds of silence are interrupted only by music, dance and poetry in the forest. Imagine “the sweet sound of a cello echoing around you.” The Art Hike takes place September 7th and 8th on the Pacific Crest Trail at Donner Summit. Tickets are available now. Featured artists include the San Jose State University Symphony Orchestra, Angelika, who chants in ancient Sanskrit, Flutist Ann Continue Reading
Basketweavers’ Gathering in Tahoe City on August 17th
Tahoe City is celebrating 10,000 years of habitation beginning with the Washoe settlers who spent the summer months camped on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Basketweaving was an integral part of their culture and continues today creating functional and ceremonial containers. A Gathering of Native American basketweavers will be held at the Gatekeeper’s Museum in Tahoe City, August 18 - 19, 2013. Continue Reading
Donner Lake Triathlon
The 32nd Donner Lake Triathlon is coming to Truckee on July 27th and 28th. The main venue is West End Beach on Donner Lake. The events include an Olympic Triathlon, a new Half Distance Race, a Sprint Triathlon, and the third annual DLT Kids Event. Registrations are accepted through July 26, 2013. For additional information, registration and the event schedule check out the Donner Lake Continue Reading
Squaw Valley Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
Reserve the weekend of July 27th and 28th for a stroll through the Village at Squaw Valley. You will enjoy an assortment of extraordinary fine arts and crafts including paintings, photographs, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry and more, by some of California’s most talented artists. You will find beer and wine vendors along with fine restaurants, cafés and bars. For more information about this and Continue Reading
Wanderlust Squaw Valley California
July 18th - July 21 at Squaw Valley Ski Resort. So many choices; so little time. Wanderlust is a festival unlike any other. Featured activities include “the world’s leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers.” All this and more in the breathtaking beauty that is Squaw Valley. Go for a mountain bike ride, take a yoga class or go kayaking down the Continue Reading
Shakespeare Festival Lake Tahoe
One of Lake Tahoe’s premiere cultural events begins on July 12th with the presentation of “Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The performance takes place in the sand against the backdrop of a sunset over Lake Tahoe. The venue is at Sand Harbor on Highway 28 east of Incline Village. Enjoy this magical comedy, take pleasure in a gourmet meal, a bottle of wine and stars overhead. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream is Continue Reading
Tough Mudder 2013 at Northstar California
This grueling competition takes place Friday and Saturday July 13th and 14th at Northstar California Resort in Truckee. A 10-12 mile obstacle course demands and tests strength, stamina and mental grit. Final entries are accepted until July 7th. “Tuff Mudder is the premier adventure challenge series in the world,” and has raised more than $5 million for the Wounded Warrior Project. Spectator Continue Reading
Truckee Thursdays Street Fair
Each Thursday until August 23rd, from 5-9 pm in historic downtown, Truckee Thursdays offers entertainment for the whole family. Featured activities include live music in the beer garden, outdoor dining, arts and crafts vendors, sidewalk sales, and KidZone activities. And don’t forget the certified organic farmer’s market. “This has become a must do summer activity” in the North Tahoe/Truckee Continue Reading
Great Mountain Bike Ride Today with Clients
I took some clients mountain bike riding today in Burton Creek State Park. There were six of us, all experienced riders. Three mountain bike riders and three road riders. We started at Tahoe XC in the Highlands subdivision of Tahoe City. This is a great starting place to take people who want to ride but don't have their own bikes because Tahoe XC rents Continue Reading
