outdoor activities
"Trains in the Movies" with speaker Jim Clark at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/01/2016 - 2:17pm
Event Date:
July 9, 2016 - 10:00am Speaker Jim Clark will present his program, “Trains in the Movies”, in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, July 9, at 10:00 am.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Highway 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
38° 56' 28.2588" N, 119° 46' 46.4556" W
See map: Google Maps
Helpful Fishing Tips
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/24/2016 - 4:27pmWith summer officially here I thought it would be fun to talk about a very popular All-American sport; fishing. Which, before you start to open that mouth of yours, is most definitely is a sport. Any activity that requires you to go to a store and drop a thousand dollar on equipment is a sport. In this case soccer is not a sport, sorry Europe.
Authors to speak on Historic Bodie Railroad
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 06/12/2016 - 2:45pm
Event Date:
June 19, 2016 - 10:00am Authors Wanda and Richard Canton will speak on their book, Bodie Railway & Lumber Company: Railroad in the Sky 1881–1917, in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Sunday, June 19, at 10:00 a.m.
The Cantons’ book tells the story of the dream of bringing timbers and cordwood to the remote mining town of Bodie, Calif. by train. In 1880 the mining town of Bodie was located at over 8300' in the eastern Sierra. The plans for a 32-mile narrow gauge railway developed through hard work and some luck as well.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Highway 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
38° 56' 28.2588" N, 119° 46' 46.4556" W
See map: Google Maps
Jamba Juice to celebrate remodel with ribbon-cutting
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/11/2016 - 9:13pmEvent Date:
June 16, 2016 - 4:00pm
The owners of Jamba Juice in South Lake Tahoe will have a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony at their newly remodeled store on June 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Abra Teague, owner of Jamba Juice since January 2011, has seen a year on year increase of customers as visitors flock to enjoy the natural beauty and outdoor activities that South Lake Tahoe has to offer.
Fight over Yosemite names escalates
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/19/2016 - 5:30pmThe National Park Service has opened up a new front in the fight over the names of historic hotels and other beloved landmarks at Yosemite National Park.
The agency has asked a federal trademark board to cancel trademarks obtained by the company that previously ran the park’s hotels, restaurants and outdoor activities, the Sacramento Bee reported Friday. Those trademarks include the name, “The Ahwahnee,” which was used on a luxurious stone and timber hotel with stunning views of the park’s fabled granite peaks, and “Curry Village,” a woodsy family-friendly lodging complex.
Genoa's Sweet Sippin' Sundays
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/29/2015 - 10:20am
Event Date:
October 4, 2015 - 1:00pm Hello Sweet Sippers!
Are you ready for our final event of 2015 on Sunday 10/4?
This event will feature Rum-based drinks, the entertainment will be "Dougie L." and the non-profit will be the Greater Genoa Business Association.
Please remember to bring your GSSS glass so you can get $2 off of the $12 price, and be prepared to stay until the very end and enter our contests for some very awesome prizes! Remember, October is the big "Give-a-way". We keep drawing those passports until all of the prizes are gone!!
Location
Town of Genoa
Main Street, Genoa, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Make going back to school a breeze
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/17/2015 - 11:19amMost kids and parents have a mixture of excitement and nervousness about starting a new school year. This is normal. However, parents can help ease the transition from summer vacation to the school routine. Here are some tips to prepare you and your student for the upcoming academic year.
Historian and Author Frank X. Mullen at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/29/2015 - 4:22pm
Event Date:
August 29, 2015 - 10:00am Historian and author Frank X. Mullen will present his program “Westward Ho, Nevada” in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, August 29, at 10:00 am.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
145o Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89411
United States
See map: Google Maps
Storyteller and Musician Karla Huntsman at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/24/2015 - 2:43pm
Event Date:
August 26, 2015 - 6:30pm Karla Huntsman will combine the art of storytelling with her talent as a musician, in a performance at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday August 26, at 6:30 pm. The event is open to the public and free to attend.
Making meaning through story and theater activities has been Karla Huntsman’s life work. Huntsman believes in the power of storytelling to infuse life, joy, connection with self, and connection with others no matter the age of the listener. She sings, plays guitar, autoharp, washboard and djembe drum as part of her storytelling performances.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Chautauqua of the Naughty Tea Mistresses of Nevada at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/24/2015 - 2:24pmChautauqua presenters Dana Lee Fruend, Yvonne Sullivan, Janet Baker and Judy Quinlan will portray Nevada pioneer women “Nellie Mighels Davis”, “Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Kincead”, “Whilhelmina Springmeyer” and “Hannah Clapp” in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, August 15, at 10:00 am.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/15/2015 - 3:10pm
Event Date:
August 22, 2015 - 10:00am Northern Sierra Dutch Oven Group will demonstrate cooking with Dutch ovens in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, August 22, at 10:00 am.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
An Evening With Mark Twain
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/13/2015 - 9:44am
Event Date:
July 17, 2015 - 7:00pm Chautauqua performer MacAvoy Layne will perform "An Evening with Mark Twain" at Taylor Creek Visitor Center on Friday July 17 at 7:00 p.m. This event is open to the public and the fee is a five-dollar donation to Tahoe Heritage Foundation.
Mary Randall, author of children’s adventure books at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 07/11/2015 - 3:15pm
Event Date:
August 8, 2015 - 10:00am Author of children’s adventure books, Mary Randall will speak on her book “A Walk Through the Woods” in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, August 8, at 10:00 a.m.
In her book Mary Randall asks the reader to believe in magic and have a zest for adventure as they trek along with Bobby and his pals through the Magic Kingdom of the woods. The reader will encounter talking animals, twists, turns, and secrets along with Indian spirits and ghosts of the Civil War. Randall hopes that readers will enjoy this amazing journey of surprises, mysteries and fun.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Bed Turning with Carson Valley Quilt Guild at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/08/2015 - 4:52pm
Event Date:
July 18, 2015 - 10:00am Carson Valley Quilt Guild will demonstrate a Bed Turning in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, July 18, at 10:00 am.
A Bed Turning is an opportunity to share the art and stories of heritage quilts. In this program, members of the guild will display a collection of quilts, share the story of each quilt and discuss the history of quilting.
The presentation is part of the park’s Western Arts & Crafts Series and is sponsored by Bently Ranch, SoaringNV, The Record-Courier and the Frances C. and William P. Smallwood Foundation.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy. 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Northstar holds special women's biking events all summer
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/22/2015 - 9:07pmNorthstar California Resort is rolling out the red carpet for ladies all summer long with specialized mountain bike events and activities designed to fit the schedules and coaching needs of local women.
During the 2014-15 winter season, Vail Resorts launched the 4Her initiative, offering one-on-one ski and snowboard instruction for women, by women. This summer, Northstar is continuing the trend of customized activities that are women-centric.
Red Flag warning for Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/20/2015 - 8:10pmThe National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity in effect from 12:00 p.m. through 10 p.m. Sunday for the Lake Tahoe Basin and parts of western Nevada.
They are calling for winds southwest to west at 15 to 25 mph and gusts up to 40 mph, with two to four foot waves on Lake Tahoe. These are hazardous conditions for kayakers and paddleboarders.
This combination of gusty winds and low humidity will create conditions that could promote rapid fire growth.
Chautauquan Michael E. Fisher portrays Heinrich F. Dangberg
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/12/2015 - 12:06pm
Event Date:
June 20, 2015 - 10:00am Chautauqua performer Michael E. Fischer will portray Carson Valley rancher Heinrich F. Dangberg in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Free stargazing event at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/05/2015 - 12:50pm
Event Date:
June 13, 2015 - 8:30pm Members of the Astronomical Society of Nevada will be hosting a “Star Party” with telescope viewing at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, June 13, from 8:30-10:30 pm. The event is open to the public and free to attend.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Smart towns know how to capitalize on active and bike tourism
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/21/2015 - 11:21pmSouth Lake Tahoe can create a sustainable economy if we focus on "active tourism." This was the message relayed by the panel of speakers at Wednesday's Tahoe Talk series at Lake Tahoe Community College.
If the 15 page spread about Lake Tahoe in the May edition of Bike magazine is any indication, people know about the activity/recreation based tourism awaiting them in Tahoe, and they're about to come.
Are we ready?,
Just about.
Is that snow in the Lake Tahoe forecast?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/12/2015 - 3:08pmThere is more snow in the forecast for the Sierra for elevations above 7,000 ft Thursday through Friday.
The National Weather Service in Reno says to expect winter driving conditions and possible chain controls over Sierra passes, especially at night or during heavier snow showers. Higher elevation routes including Sonora, Tioga, Ebbetts and Monitor passes may be closed later this week and possibly into the weekend.
Talking to your teen about stress
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 8:57pmEvent Date:
April 2, 2015 - 6:00pm
Any parent will tell you raising teenagers is a stressful time! Are you in that stage? Talk to your teenager about it. Your stress may be similar stress for your teen.
Now is the Time to Prevent Colonies of Yellow Jackets in Your South Lake Tahoe Yard
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/07/2014 - 11:36pmThe yellow jacket queens have already been seen in South Lake Tahoe, and if you don't want your backyard volleyball game or summer picnic ruined by them, now is the time to take action.
The queens are the only bee colony member to hibernate in the winter. She emerges in spring and begins to look for a suitable place to build a nest and begin her new colony. By the end of summer one colony can have 4,000 to 5,000 yellow jackets.
So if you take out one queen, you eliminate thousands of bees.
Unhealthy Air in South Lake Tahoe Triggers Outdoor Restrictions at Local Schools
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/26/2013 - 12:05pmThe Lake Tahoe Unified School District has issued restrictions to outdoor activities due to the unhealthy condition of the air in South Lake Tahoe due to the Rim Fire.
All recesses will be conducted indoors and all afternoon sports practices will be restricted. These conditions will be lifted should air quality improve during the day.
Protect Yourself from Smoke during Wildfires
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/23/2013 - 9:32amDuring fire season, the air we breathe can become impacted by wildfire smoke. Fine particles in smoke can cause health problems, especially for children, older people and those with respiratory conditions.
Residents who see or smell smoke should consider taking these precautionary measures:
1. Healthy people should delay strenuous exercise.
2. Children and elderly people should consider avoiding outdoor activities, particularly prolonged outdoor exertion.
3. People with health-related illnesses, particularly respiratory problems, should remain indoors.
Heavenly resort at Lake Tahoe launches summer activities Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 1:10pmAfter an action-packed winter season at Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort is switching gears and opening with summer activities this Memorial Day weekend May 25-27. Heavenly will run the Heavenly Gondola for sightseeing, dining, family activities and hiking. Operating times will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Health and Fitness: Lifting weights increases bone health
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/17/2012 - 6:00amSlips and falls are common with the ice and outdoor activities Lake Tahoe residents are accustomed to. With that comes the unfortunate bumps, bruises, and in some cases broken bones. While it may b...
Lake Tahoe Community College ramps up summer with Connect programs
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 05/19/2012 - 8:00pmIn one of the most innovate private-public education partnerships developed in recent years, Lake Tahoe Community College prepares to launch the summer follow-up of its successful CONNECT program.
Designed as a way for community members to extend their education pursuits, CONNECT offers noncredit classes at Lake Tahoe Community College with a series of life enhancement workshops for people with passions for arts, theater, health and fitness and business marketing.
Outdoors with Don Q: Fishing The California Alps
Submitted by Don Quilici on Tue, 05/08/2012 - 11:47pmIt’s that time of the year to pick up your copy of a widely-distributed and widely-read annual publication known as “Fishing The California Alps.”
That outdoor newspaper is your personal guide to the fishing, camping, sightseeing and vacationing world in our general area and it has many, many pages of in-depth information provided by lots of experts in their specific areas of knowledge and experience.
Be sure to use this 2012 edition as your handy and ready-to-use guide on what, when, where and how to enjoy the Great Outdoors.
Glenn Gibb — 1947-2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 7:44pmSpurred by his love for outdoor activities and adventures, Glenn moved to South Lake Tahoe in 1975 where he established his orthodontic practice and continued to fish, hunt, golf, as well as ski, sail...