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MontBleu will have outdoor concert series

The chairman of the Douglas County Commission didn't use the same words as those screamed in an AC/DC song, but his message on Thursday was the same: “Let there be rock.”
Stateline's summer music scene has exponentially expanded, spanning both sides of the casino corridor. A music venue will be built at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, the site of a six- to 10-show 2012 Summer Concert Series, Director of Marketing Mike Donovan said Friday.

MontBleu will have outdoor concert series

The chairman of the Douglas County Commission didn't use the same words as those screamed in an AC/DC song, but his message on Thursday was the same: "Let there be rock."Stateline's summer music sc...

Don Q's California and Nevada Fishing Report through April 25

Here is the fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of April 18-25. The opening day for all California fishing is on April 28.

California stream fishing season begins April 28

With the ski and board season winding down, it’s almost time to catch some fish in the High Sierra once again.
On Saturday, April 28 the 2012 fishing season will open for all applicable lakes, reservoirs, streams, creeks and rivers in California. The season will then remain open until Thursday, Nov. 15.
If you’re new to the Lake Tahoe and Sierra, here’s some information that can be useful if you would like to fish on that Opening Day or the entire opening weekend:

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals to Host Hop-pening Spring Mixer

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals keep the spring season hopping with a post-Easter egg hunt and mixer at Lakeside Beach Grill, April 19 from 6 – 9 p.m. with food and drink specials.

Don Q's Fishing Report for week of April 11-17

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is for the week of April 11-17, 2012.

Ski Legend Mancuso Promotes Lake Tahoe Plates, Tahoe Projects

Julia Mancuso, coming off gold-winning performances in the super-G and giant slalom Friday and Saturday at the U.S. ski championships in Colorado, has agreed to appear in TV and radio spots promoting the California and Nevada Lake Tahoe license plates.

Two-week Heavenly Spring Loaded 2012 festival continues

UPDATE, APRIL 6: With the California sun shining down on one of North America’s deepest snowpacks, Heavenly Mountain Resort is gearing up for its 16th annual Spring Loaded festival. The two-week event that began March 30 continues this weekend as a non-stop party full of concerts, competitions and some of the best spring ski and snowboard conditions at Lake Tahoe. This weekend's events include the Gunbarrel 25 hosted by Glen Plake.

Fishing Report For the week of March 28 to April 3

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is for the week of March 28 through April 3.

The South Shore kicks off spring with 15 days of shows, competitions and concerts

With the California sun shining down on one of North America’s deepest snowpacks, Heavenly Mountain Resort is gearing up for its 16th annual Spring Loaded festival. The two-week event is a non-stop party, full of concerts, competitions and some of the best spring ski and snowboard conditions at Lake Tahoe.

Fishing report for March 21-27

Here is this week's fishing report covering rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is for the week of March 21-27.

Grant supports Lake Tahoe 'Children’s Forest' at Pope-Baldwin

A grant to the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will help develop a “Children’s Forest” for exploration and education in the Pope-Baldwin Recreation Area, off Highway 89 near South Lake Tahoe.

Mac the Naw: Local fishing report

Hello, fellow anglers. So happy to say we turn our clocks ahead this weekend. More fishing time and outdoor evening time. Before we get to our local fishing report, I would like to make a clarifica...

Time to tune up spring outdoor gear

Plenty of snow at Lake Tahoe for spring skiing, snowboarding

It's been a weird ski and riding season, for sure. One indication is that Heavenly Mountain Resort is only operating the Boulder base lodge and the Boulder and North Bowl lifts on weekends. In all the years I taught at Boulder never has had a shutdown like this. Too bad because lots of locals liked Boulder as out-of-towners didn't go there very often. Thus, parking was close and runs not crowded.

Seasonal dog ban at Upper Truckee Marsh planned for late spring

For the second straight year the Tahoe Conservancy will enforce a seasonal dog prohibition at the Upper Truckee Marsh at south shore Lake Tahoe. The dog ban is meant to protect sensitive wildlife areas, including threatened and endangered species, during breeding season. The Upper Truckee Marsh provides critical breeding habitat. The dog ban begins May 1.

Transportation and the Economy Kicks Off Tahoe Regional Young Professionals

Tahoe Regional Young Professionals’ development and education speaker series kicks off, March 15, from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Airport’s Flight Deck Restaurant and Bar with Alfred Knotts, principal planner/project manager for the Tahoe Transportation District.

TRTA to host outdoor leadership weekend

Lake Tahoe planning agency announces 2011 Best in The Basin award winners

Recognized for stewardship and care taken in the building and construction of developments around Lake Tahoe, the 22nd annual Best in the Basin awards were announced Tuesday by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
The TRPA, which sets policy for development around Lake Tahoe, will recognize the winners, listed below, during the 2011 Best in the Basin awards presentation during the meeting of its Governing Board on Wednesday, Feb. 22 in Stateline. Go here for the agenda.

Sugarland added to summer series

Sweet news: Sugarland is coming to Tahoe.The country duo of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will perform Aug. 18 in the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys as part of the 2012 Summer Outdoor ...

Sugarland added to summer series

Sweet news: Sugarland is coming to Tahoe.The country duo of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will perform Aug. 18 in the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys as part of the 2012 Summer Outdoor ...

Grammy Awards had plenty of connections with Lake Tahoe

The Beach Boys are back.The legendary rock 'n' roll band will perform July 15 at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys as part of the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series. Tickets go on sale March...

Grammy Awards had plenty of connections with Lake Tahoe

The Beach Boys are back.The legendary rock 'n' roll band will perform July 15 at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys as part of the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series. Tickets go on sale March...

Fishing report through Feb. 21

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon. This report is through Feb. 21.

Kudos & Kindness: Sports store gives back to community

On behalf of Tahoe Valley Elementary School I would like to thank Sports LTD for all of their hard work in helping us rebuild our winter outdoor activity equipment so that the kids can enjoy sports...

Message from the Mayor: A summary of actions by the South Lake Tahoe City Council

The following is from Claire Fortier, the mayor of the City of South Lake Tahoe. Mayor Fortier has launched a regular "Monthly Message from the Mayor" report, which summarizes the accomplishments of the South Lake Tahoe City Council. Here is her first report:

Kudos & Kindness: Sports store gives back to community

On behalf of Tahoe Valley Elementary School I would like to thank Sports LTD for all of their hard work in helping us rebuild our winter outdoor activity equipment so that the kids can enjoy sports...

Tower of Power at Harrah's South Shore Room

The group still garners rave reviews, and leaves the audiences dancing in their seats in the arenas, theatres, and outdoor venues they play year 'round. Melding soul, jazz, funk, and rock in a way no group ever has, the ten-piece outfit is, according to the HOLLYWOOD REPORTER, “tighter than a clenched fist.” Tickets are $37.50 and can be purchased online at Harrah's events or call (800)786-8208.

Nevada and Northern California Fishing Report through Jan. 31

Here is the fishing report through Jan. 31. The report covers rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.

Outdoors with Don Q: Things you need to know about ice fishing

With the arrival of winter weather in this area, we certainly have plenty of water frozen on our creeks, streams, rivers, ponds, lakes and reservoirs.
And, that ice covering effectively inhibits your opportunity to catch fish…unless you are an ice fisherman.

New technology, sustainability are driving focus of annual winter tradeshow

SALT LAKE CITY - Outdoor Retailer continues to be a show for gear heads who welcome new innovative ideas; however, the past few years has seen the focus shift into a more environmentally conscious ...

Fishing report through Jan. 25

Here is this week's fishing report for January 18-25. This report covers streams, lakes and rivers in Nevada, Northern California, southern Oregon and the Sierra.

League to Save Lake Tahoe Names Darcie Goodman-Collins as New Executive Director

South Shore native Darcie Goodman-Collins has been named the new executive director of the League to Save Lake Tahoe, officials announced today. She replaces Rochelle Nason who resigned last September.

“I’m very excited to move back to Lake Tahoe. I grew up skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and waterskiing on our beautiful lake. I am passionate about science, education, and the Lake. I will lead the League’s efforts to restore the Lake and work hand in hand with the local community to do so,” said Goodman-Collins in a news release.

Winter forecast to arrive in Tahoe next week

Winter forecast to arrive in Tahoe next week. Posted by admin in News, Outdoor & Sports on January 13th, 2012 | no responses. By Jeff Delong, Reno Gazette- ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../winter-fore...

Fishing report through Jan. 17

Here is the fishing report through Jan. 17 for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.

Lack of snow not a total loss for outdoor enthusiasts in Tahoe

He hits the few open slopes early in the morning at the Tahoe resort to take advantage of the best ski conditions. Then, on Thursday, he put on shorts, boots and ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../lack-of-s...

New Life Sprouts from Trees and Skis

At Lake Tahoe where many have more than one job to make ends meet, two women have tied their local businesses and passion for creativity together to build one dynamic company — Forest Furniture Tahoe.
The art of creativity and a belief and respect in what each brings to the table brought Marianne Rosenfeld and Julianne Kohn together six years ago.
These two are a duo of hard work and tenacity, where one complements the other.

Family Science Day at UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Center

Looking for something exciting that your kids can do during the holiday break? Do your kids like science and hands-on activities?

LTCC grooves to the beat of 3-day outdoor

It was South Lake Tahoe City Manager Tony O'Rourke who shook his head a year ago when he heard the city did nothing on New Year's Eve except pay police ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../ltcc-groove...

National Ski Patrol needs members at Kirkwood

Posted by admin in Outdoor & Sports on December 30th, 2011 | no responses. Kirkwood Mountain Resort is with the National Ski Patrol for the 2011-12 season. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../national-sk...

LTCC grooves to beat of 3-day outdoor music fest

By Kathryn Reed. One day SnowGlobe might legitimately be used in the same sentence of Woodstock or Day on the Green. More than 9000 people – mostly younger than 30 – swayed, danced, bounced and moved ...

LTCC grooves to beat of 3-day outdoor music fest

By Kathryn Reed. One day SnowGlobe might legitimately be used in the same sentence of Woodstock or Day on the Green. More than 9000 people – mostly ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../ltcc-grooves-to-beat-of...

Bluegrass grew at Tahoe in 2011

Tahoe enjoys numerous performances every year by top-notch musicians and entertainers, making for a world-class nightlife scene that compliments perfectly the area's natural splendor and outdoor...

Bluegrass grew at Tahoe in 2011

Tahoe enjoys numerous performances every year by top-notch musicians and entertainers, making for a world-class nightlife scene that compliments perfectly the area's natural splendor and outdoor...

Nevada State Parks celebrates 2012 with free New Year's Day guided hikes

By Bob Conrad
The Nevada Division of State Parks is sponsoring free, guided hikes in seven state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative.
First Day Hikes offer individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike on January 1, 2012 at a state park close to home.

U.S. Forest Service teams up with Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month

By John Heil
The U.S. Forest Service and organizers of January's Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month are working together to promote and recognize the event at Lake Tahoe and elsewhere, highlighting the health benefits of winter outdoor activity.

Glenn Gibb — 1947-2011

Spurred 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...

Northstar California completes $30 million in upgrades

By Sam Bauman
Northstar California did up things well Tuesday (name change, used to be "at-Tahoe") by officially opening its new multimillion dollar Zephyr lodge at the top of Zephyr lift and a new chairlift, the Promised Land Express. The new quad chair services two new trails. This completes a spending program of $30 million on upgrades, trails and support activities at the Lake Tahoe resort.

Outdoor enthusiasts sharpening their blades

Making lemonade out of the lemon weather pattern that has brought weeks of cold, clear skies and no snow to the Reno-Tahoe area, about 50 ice skaters ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../outdoor-enthusiasts-s...

Outdoor enthusiasts sharpening their blades

Making lemonade out of the lemon weather pattern that has brought weeks of cold, clear skies and no snow to the Reno-Tahoe area, about 50 ice skaters converged on Prosser Reservoir in Truckee on Satur...

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