By Dan Hixman, Reno Gazette-Journal You’re concerned that your 2012 Chevy Tahoe isn’t going to make it up to Squaw Valley this time. It’s made it time and time again for a day on Squaw’s famed 1960 Olympic terrain or to Mt. Rose for the kids’ lessons. But it’s 10 years old now and has […]
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Join California State Park Rangers and West Shore Sports at Ed Z’berg-Sugar Pine Point State Park for this unique kayak tour as we take a leisurely paddle along the shore line at dawn. Experience the early morning beauty while learning about the natural and cultural history of the area. No previous experience required. Kayaks, life […]
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By Dan Hinxman, Reno Gazette-Journal The Reno-Tahoe Open isn’t the only prominent local golf tournament making changes to its course this year. The 22nd annual American Century Championship celebrity tournament, which starts today at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, has switched its first and second holes with Nos. 10 and 11 in an effort to create […]
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By Roman Stubbs, Reno Gazette-Journal The homemade plywood start gate sits in his front yard in Truckee, not far from the garage, where several sets of skis are carefully stacked against the back wall. They were essential pieces of Errol Kerr’s ninth-place finish in skicross at the 2010 Winter Olympics where he competed for Jamaica, […]
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By Brian Nordli, Reno Gazette-Journal MARKLEEVILLE — It’s 5:30 a.m. and the day is just beginning at Turtle Rock Park. As the sun begins its daily ritual, hundreds of cyclists wearing jerseys and windbreakers that are so bright they could hurt the eyes are unloading their bikes. They are preparing for a journey that hundreds […]
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Navigating your kayak by moonlight is a mystical experience you won’t soon forget. Join California State Park rangers and West Shore Sports at Ed Z’berg-Sugar Pine Point State Park for this unique kayak tour watching for a grand view of the moon rising into the night’s sky while learning about the area’s unique history. Paddle […]
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By Adam Blauert, Sacramento Bee To John Muir, the Sierra Nevada was “The Range of Light.” This year, it has become “The Range of Water.” The waterfalls are better than ever. Creeks and rivers are running higher and faster than they have in years. Meadows are flooded and water plummets, splashes and drips down nearly […]
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The Arbor Day Foundation will plant 10 trees in national forests that have been devastated by wildfires, insects and disease for every new member the organization signs up this month. The cost to join the Arbor Day Foundation is a $10 donation. To join the Arbor Day Foundation, send a $10 membership contribution to Replanting […]
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One of the oldest and fastest growing sports in North America has gained a toehold in Northern Nevada and Tahoe-Truckee, thanks to the efforts of the Tahoe Truckee Lacrosse Association whose mission is to promote the game with local grade school, high school and college programs. While many young athletes of all ages are joining […]
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By Michael Doyle, McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON — Go ahead, blame harsh weather or high gas prices for a marked reduction in visits to Yosemite and other national parks so far this year. The summer droves, though, are returning. In other words, the time to really beat the crowds may have passed. At traditionally popular parks […]
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