The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and S.P.C.A. is sponsoring two youth camps in August. The first is a Nature Camp at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center. Preregistration is required for the session which takes place Aug. 2-6 from 9am-1pm. Nature Camps are limited to 12 participants, age 8 to 10. The camp fee of […]
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Updated July 25, 2010, 4:12pm: Lightning stopped the paddle. The duo plans to resume the trip on July 27 at 11:30am from Meeks Bay, weather permitting. In a quest to raise money for two nonprofits, South Shore’s Aaron Hussmann and Greg Anthenien will kayak the 72-mile perimeter of Lake Tahoe on July 25. The fundraiser […]
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By Jeff Delong, Reno Gazette-Journal For nearly a century, Kenny Osburn’s family camped, fished and played at scenic Independence Lake. Now, Osburn said, they can no longer do as they wish at a treasured place. After a $15 million transaction put land around the lake under the ownership of The Nature Conservancy, Osburn and other […]
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By Allen Pierleoni, Sacramento Bee Let’s see, how does this go again? First, climb on top of the paddleboard and lay the paddle perpendicular to the board. Rise to the knees and pick up the paddle. Position the nose of the board into the wind coming off the lake. Uh-oh, the surface is rippling. That’s […]
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By Cathy Locke, Sacramento Bee People planning visits to Caples Creek or the Silver Fork of the American River from Aug. 2 to 6 are urged to use caution because of fluctuating water levels. The El Dorado Irrigation District announced that test flow releases from Caples Lake, Read the whole story
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America’s most recognizable wooden speedboat, the iconic Thunderbird yacht, is celebrating her 70th year on Lake Tahoe. Since America’s Great Depression, Thunderbird has transported guests in opulent luxury between high-mountain estates and luxury resorts. While her past is privileged and legendary, her future is uncertain. Thunderbird’s 70th birthday initiates a fundraising campaign to preserve Thunderbird […]
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The Tahoe Rim Trail Association is leading hikes July 28 and July 31 entitled Galena Falls Wildflower Hike. This is a leisurely hike, which starts with a climb up and over a ridge and through the forest to a cascading waterfall. Followed by a moderate climb to a high mountain meadow in brilliant blooms; the […]
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By Cathy Locke, Sacramento Bee At least three groups with long-standing ties to the Eldorado National Forest have canceled recreation events this year, citing steep permit processing fees required by U.S. Forest Service cost recovery regulations. Spokesmen for an equestrian group and two off-road motorcycle clubs say their members over the years have created and […]
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By Sam McManis, Sacramento Bee A man named Potato needs a sense of humor. A thick skin, too. He needs to do his name proud by being unconventional. Needs to abide the mockery, scorn, even jealousy spawned by his outsized behavior. Needs to thrive on the attention, live for the good times, good booze, good […]
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By Stephen Ward Scores of water sport enthusiasts speed across the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, soaring through the air and performing strategic tricks such as pyramids and operating delta wing kites while water skiing. The public gathers around the edge of the shore to witness the mesmerizing performance unfolding before them, quietly marveling at […]
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