Where We Finally Chime In On The Naming Game
It’s been in the news for a couple of cycles now. Squaw Valley is considering changing the name of the resort again, as there are… Read More »Where We Finally Chime In On The Naming Game
Another Walk To Another Alpine Lake
Hello Friends, Five Lakes is in my backyard, but it has been so overused these days that I rarely make the effort to scoot up… Read More »Another Walk To Another Alpine Lake
A Ride On The Freeway
It’s not your imagination. I’m not posting much content this summer. There’s many places in Tahoe that are really seeing some crowds this summer, and… Read More »A Ride On The Freeway
Walk To An Alpine Lake
Hello Friends, It has been cool and windy in Tahoe the last few days, but the air seems to be warming this afternoon with dropping… Read More »Walk To An Alpine Lake
The Deadline Approaches…Plus, One More Change?
Taking a brief look at the Ikon pass website this morning, the countdown timer reminded me that I only have 2 days and 15 hours… Read More »The Deadline Approaches…Plus, One More Change?
Donner Canyon Trail Hike
Looking for a moderate hike with views, creeks, and some history? Try the Donner Canyon Trail. There is a dirt parking area on the south… Read More »Donner Canyon Trail Hike
I Am Assured, What About You?
The terms of the Ikon Pass “Adventure Assurance” program were updated again this week. You can’t blame them for doing so, as nobody really knows… Read More »I Am Assured, What About You?
Falling Water
Melting snow is filling our streams and creating spectacular waterfalls for those who dare to hike a little into the wilderness. The other day we… Read More »Falling Water
The Perils Of Gardening In The Sierra
We have had plenty of time on our hands lately for riding bikes and taking walks. We’ve also spent a large chunk of time on… Read More »The Perils Of Gardening In The Sierra
Heading Outside
Hello Friends, Beautiful warm weather is covering our area this week. We hacked around the Ponderosa Golf Course yesterday pretending we were having a good… Read More »Heading Outside
It’s Your Last Chance To Get This AARF Shirt
Our friends at the Alpine Avalanche Rescue Foundation, you know, the ones with the amazing dogs, are finishing up their T-Shirt sales for the season… Read More »It’s Your Last Chance To Get This AARF Shirt
It’s Memorial Day…Let The Ski Sales Begin
It’s that time of year again. When Memorial Day hits, it’s is the unofficial start of the summer season. It’s also the traditional start of… Read More »It’s Memorial Day…Let The Ski Sales Begin
Sharing Some Ski Tidbits
We’re not going to lie. It’s difficult to come up with content when we’re not skiing and the weather has not been so great. There… Read More »Sharing Some Ski Tidbits
Up Prosser Creek
The parking lot for the Emigrant Trail north of Truckee was overflowing yesterday afternoon. Mountain bikers and hikers seem to be filling the trail. I… Read More »Up Prosser Creek
Another Road Less Travelled Bike Adventure
We’ve been doing a lot of biking over the last couple of weeks. The challenge is to get away from the more crowded trails in… Read More »Another Road Less Travelled Bike Adventure