Despite all the warnings about how high rivers are in Northern Nevada and Northern California, not everyone is paying attention. South Shore residents on Sunday saw two trucks stuck midstream in the Carson River. The river is flowing at about 3,000 cubic feet per second right now. The height of the run-off is not expected […]
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The Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition and Norma Santiago, El Dorado County supervisor, are hosting a public information session about the possible November ballot measure to redirect existing recreation funds from Measure S. The meeting is June 16 from 5-7pm in the Cedar Room of the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center on Rufus Allen Boulevard. The […]
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By Kathryn Reed Scrambling onto rocks, rolling around in grass, throwing a Frisbee, sitting at tables with friends, watching trees blow in the gentle wind. Life at Bijou Community School is a whole lot different now. Dirt, and more often mud, is what the South Tahoe elementary school students played in. Not anymore. With the […]
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Several volunteer opportunities are available in the Tahoe-Truckee area through the California State Parks system. While none of the parks in the Sierra District is part of the 70 parks slated to be closed, they face funding cutbacks. Volunteers help fill that gap. Here are the current needs: • Vikingsholm accessibility escort docent • Visitor […]
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In spite of the snow, rain and cold, more people participated in this year’s Lake Tahoe Bike Challenge than in 2010. Here are some of the highlights: Total number of trips: 3,077 Total miles: 10,592 Number of North Shore riders: 79 Number of South Shore riders: 213 Most elevation by a North Shore individual: 22,010 […]
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The Reno-Tahoe Open, together with Doctors Louis Bonaldi, Jason Champagne, Daniel Rowan and Renny Uppal, introduce Doctors Supporting Troops to benefit current and former members of the military currently or previously living or serving in Northern Nevada. The new program for the 13th annual PGA Tour event encourages active duty, guard, reserve and veterans of […]
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By Sam McManis, Sacramento Bee When it comes to traversing difficult snow-impacted terrain, man apparently has an advantage over horse. At least, that’s a conclusion that could be drawn from Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run race director Greg Soderlund, who has confirmed that the annual ultrarunning race on June 25 will be run despite […]
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By Jeff Delong, Reno Gazette-Journal WALKER — The big melt is on. An epic snowpack locked in place by cool spring temperatures will soon be released by warming conditions, spilling water into churning rivers and streams. It’s happening before Mike White’s eyes. He watched the levels of a foaming West Walker River next to his […]
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State Sen. Ted Gaines, R-Roseville, this week presented a resolution to off-roading legend Mark A. Smith of Georgetown to recognize his contributions in building a major hobby enjoyed by thousands of Californians and building our state’s economy. “Mark Smith is the father of the world-famous Rubicon Trail off-road trek that literally created a new sport,” […]
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By Mike Lewis, Transworld Business Snowboarder Jamie Anderson of South Lake Tahoe will be rocking Billabong for at least another three years. The brand announced this week that it had signed a three-year contract extension with Anderson, one of the sport’s top women riders. “We are thrilled to be continuing our support of Jamie,” said […]
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