spooner

A South Lake Tahoe woman is behind bars on felony charges of evading, assault with a deadly weapon, driving under the influence and driving on a suspended license after leading officers from several different agencies on a high speed chase from Carson City to South Lake Tahoe on Sunday evening.

U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews will begin prescribed fire operations in Slaughterhouse Canyon, north of Spooner Summit tomorrow, Wednesday, October 30, 2013. The total unit size is 30 acres. Fuels management crews may burn as much of the unit as possible, weather and conditions permitting. “Because of the recent snowfall, conditions allow our crews to carry out operations on larger units,” said Kit Bailey, Fire Management Officer with the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. Operations are likely to continue through the end of the week.

Geotours of the Lake Tahoe basin will highlight environmentally friendly activities during the Tahoe Geotourism Expo held September 7 - 8, 2013. Participants can 17 different tours including an Upper Truckee River kayak tour, an Al Tahoe Heritage Walk, a Tahoe Photo Tour and Wild Mustangs in the Meadow. For more information, click on the tour title below.

Saturday, September 7

Birds of the Wetland -Free 3 hour guided tour of the Upper Truckee marsh.

Lake Tahoe — Big Blue, as it is referred to by many — is North America’s Largest Alpine Lake and the Jewel of the High Sierra … and the Reno Tahoe Territory of the Nevada Commission on Tourism and Bike the West invites you to experience the adventure of riding your bicycle around her 72-mile shoreline by participating in the Annual Tour de Tahoe – Bike Big Blue.

Former backcountry ranger and amateur historian Cheryl Surface leads an informative delightful tour of Spooner’s backcountry on Friday, Aug. 9. Surface will share accounts of the people involved with the Comstock’s critical water source, the Marlette Water System, and histories of Red House, Hobart Reservoir, Marlette Lake and the Flume Trail above Lake Tahoe.

Space is limited to 12 people so call (775) 759-5980 to reserve your spot; a $20 fee is required. Bring lunch, water, a light jacket, a camera and comfortable shoes for walking at stops along the SUV tour.

U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews will resume prescribed fire operations on the East Shore of Lake Tahoe beginning Thursday, May 30. Crews expect to burn approximately one to three acres west of the Spooner Summit area. Operations are scheduled to last through the day, weather and conditions permitting.

A pilot and two passengers escaped injury Wednesday after a plane crash northeast of Spooner in the Kings Canyon area, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong confirmed.

The passengers of the aircraft were taken by Carson City Fire and Rescue to the staging area at the Kings Canyon Trailhead where they signed statements with the Carson City Sheriff's Office. Both declined comment. An official at the scene said the three had taken a flight to celebrate the birthday of a 23-year-old female passenger and that both passengers were shaken and didn't wish to speak. It is believed but not confirmed the flight originated from Lake Tahoe.

U.S. Forest Service fuels management crews continue prescribed fire operations near Spooner Summit beginning Monday. Crews expect to burn approximately 40 acres. In addition, operations begin Monday on Tahoe Mountain near Dundee Circle. Crews expect to burn approximately six acres. Operations in both locations may continue through the week, weather and conditions permitting.

The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit released the Environmental Assessment and decision for the William Kent Best Management Practices (BMPs) Retrofit and Administrative Site Redevelopment project. The proposed project now enters a 45-day decision appeal period.

The U.S. Forest expects to begin prescribed fire operations on Spooner Summit starting Tuesday, according to a statement from the agency.Crews expect to burn about 10 acres per day, weather permitt...

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s Governing Board approved an annual update to the Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspection Program during their January meeting on Wednesday. The approval keeps nearly all boater fees the same and improves efficiency of service at watercraft inspection stations around the Lake Tahoe Basin in an effort to keep the $1.4 million inspection program in the black, according to agency officials.

A single vehicle rollover accident this afternoon has shut down both lanes of State Route 28, one mile past Spooner Lake and the junction of Highway 50. Tahoe Douglas EMTs and the Nevada Highway Patrol report the accident involved a single car that hit a boulder and spun out, winding up on its roof. The single occupant was reportedly out of the vehicle and appears to be OK. The car is blocking both lanes. The accident was reported at 3:42 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity, El Dorado County Chapter and St. Joseph Community Land Trust held a partnership fundraiser Hike for Housing" on Sept. 15 at Spooner Lake and would like to thank Nevada Stat...

Lake Tahoe area road delays and closures are effective now through Sunday for the Lake Tahoe Marathon. The following roads will experience delays:

Seven acres of poplar and willow trees defoliated by satin moths were recently discovered in the Spooner Lake area.The Nevada Department of Agriculture and the Nevada Division of Forestry found ...

For the first time in 27 years, Spooner Lake Cross Country Ski Area won't reopen for the winter season. Max Jones has shut down the grooming equipment and his wife Patti McMullan will no longer ...

Boat inspections and decontaminations at Northstar and Homewood boat inspection stations will end Thursday, Sept. 20, but will be continue to take place at Alpine, Spooner and Meyers stations until...

El Dorado County Habitat for Humanity & St. Joseph Community Land Trust will hold its annual Hike for Housing Fundraiser, 9am-3pm Spooner Lake on Sept. 15. The Hike for Housing event raises funds for affordable housing locally. Bring the family and enjoy a leisurely stroll (2 miles) around Spooner Lake or hike all the way to Marlette Lake (moderate hike). Pre-register by 9/10/12 for $15/pp or $25/per family. Day of the event registration is also available @ $20/pp or $30/per family. Carpooling is recommended. $8 for Nevada license plates, $10 all others for parking. Raffle items.

A large marijuana grow area was discovered near Jacks Valley in the Toiyabe National Forest along the eastern foothills, Douglas County authorities said Wednesday.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is looking for three suspects associated with the grow and have warned that the men are hiding in the forest and may emerge at any number of locations in Douglas County, including Glenbrook on the Lake Tahoe side.

Warm weather and cool fishing is expected this week along the many lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. Here is this week's fishing report for the week of July 25. As always, pack plenty of sunscreen, abide all regulations and have your fishing license with you.

STATELINE, Nev. - Though I ascended more than 1,000 feet across five miles of the Tahoe Rim Trail from Spooner Summit to South Camp Peak, it was the view that was breathtaking.From a windy but c...