winter
Snowcial announces speaker lineup and headline performance
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 4:05pmThe worlds of digital storytelling, snowsports and technology will converge at Heavenly Mountain Resort Jan. 18-21 for the fourth annual Tahoe Snowcial (www.tahoesnowcial.com), a winter festival th...
Douglas County authorities prepare for New Year's Eve revelry
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 2:46pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing itself for the upcoming New Years Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe, on Saturday, December 31st, 2011. Each year upwards of 50,000 celebrants ring in the New Year in the casino core area of Stateline, Nevada.
Zephyr Lodge — bring an appetite, wallet, camera
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 12:52amBy Kathryn Reed. TRUCKEE – No snow at a ski resort can be a good thing – at least when your business is construction. With winter delayed in the Sierra, ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../zephyr-lodge-bring...
Ski report: Winter has arrived
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 2:06pmSki report: Winter has arrived. Posted by admin in Ski Conditions on December 22nd, 2011 | no responses. Winter is here and the days are getting longer. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../ski-report-winter-...
Unusual winter wildfire near Kyburz
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 9:52amKYBURZ, Calif. (AP) - An unusual winter wildfire pushed by strong winds is threatening cabins in a Sierra Nevada community that typically is covered with snow this time of year.State fire spokesman...
Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue: Not just another day in the backcountry
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 8:47amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The winter months in Tahoe can sometimes stretch from late October through April, and the ever-changing weather in the Sierra can take many visitors by surprise. But the ...
Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue: Not just another day in the backcountry
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 8:47amINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The winter months in Tahoe can sometimes stretch from late October through April, and the ever-changing weather in the Sierra can take many visitors by surprise. But the ...
Skiing, eating raises money for Winter Discovery
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 3:39amFull moon yurt dinners benefit the Tahoe Cross Country Ski Education Association. The adventure starts with a moonlit ski from the Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area across gentle terrain. Limited tickets a...
Skiing, eating raises money for Winter Discovery
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 10:27pmFull moon yurt dinners benefit the Tahoe Cross Country Ski Education Association. The adventure starts with a moonlit ski from the Tahoe Cross Country Ski ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../skiing-eating-ra...
Tahoe Tourism Surviving Without Snow (VIDEO)
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 8:51pmThe ski resort industry drives much of the Lake Tahoe economy during the winter. Despite the lack of snow, tourism hasn't slowed down yet. Go here for the story and video from KOLO Reno News Channel 8.
U.S. Forest Service teams up with Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 3:17pm
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.
Cave Rock and Sand Harbor boat launches closed Christmas and New Years Day
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 8:56am
The Lake Tahoe boat launch facilities at Cave Rock and Sand Harbor are closing on both Christmas, December 25, and New Year’s Day, January 1, 2012. No inspections or decontaminations will be available either of these days.
These closures are due to the holidays and program staff shortages. Normal operating hours throughout the winter are daily, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Cave Rock and Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Sand Harbor. Efforts are underway to adjust and extend these hours to better accommodate fishermen.
Police announce initial results of winter DUI campaign
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 12:19pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police announced initial results from patrols for drunken drives this week.From Dec. 16-18 police arrested four people on suspicion of driving under the ...
4 DUI arrests in South Tahoe in 3 days
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 5:54amThe winter holiday anti-DUI crackdown resulted in a significant number of DUI arrests overnight from routine traffic enforcement and special Avoid the 6 DUI deployments in South Lake Tahoe. From 12:01...
Winter holiday anti-DUI campaign in full swing
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 12:06pmSgt. Shannon Laney / South Lake Tahoe Police Department
The Winter Holiday Anti-DUI crackdown has resulted in a significant number of DUI arrests from local routine traffic enforcement and special Avoid the 6 DUI deployments overnight in South Lake Tahoe.
From 12:01 AM Friday December 16, 2011 through Sunday night, December 18th, 2011 officers from the So Lake Tahoe Police Department have arrested 4 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In 2010 5 DUI arrests occurred during the same weekend.
No snow? No worries yet, say hoteliers
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 9:29amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The winter that wouldn't end has segued into the winter that won't begin.Last year Lake Tahoe ski resorts enjoyed one of the best winters on record with many resorts repo...
Don't fret Tahoe - it will snow
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 9:26amLAKE TAHOE - The winter solstice is just a few days away, yet fall is still holding on with dry, cold weather and ever-shortening days. Snow, or the lack thereof, is all the talk of the town. Despi...
Lakeview Commons about to open to the public
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 4:31amFencing at Lakeview Commons in South Lake Tahoe is expected to come down before Christmas. While interior work continues on the boathouse this winter that ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../lakeview-commons...
Opinion: Successful tree lighting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/17/2011 - 9:12amThe Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority would like to thank a number of people and partners for making this year's Community Winter Tree Lighting on Dec. 2 such a ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-su...
As the Bull Wheel Turns: Opening day blues
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 1:09pmWhere's winter? I remember 10 years ago there was plenty of snow in Tahoe and Heavenly was fully open. It was the Friday before Christmas, a hit-and-run snowboarder literally clocked me as I was te...
Proud to Say: South Shore sports are finally ramping up again
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 1:07pmFinally the winter sports season has kicked in and I can get out to some events. I spent most of the weekend at the Whittell Winter Invitational last weekend, hung out with South Tahoe's wrestling ...
Howlin' Woods can be heard on Saturday night in Meyers
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 9:40amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Severe September winds snapped tall trees throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin, and folks mused that surely it was a harbinger of a stormy winter with plenty of snow.Well, we'...
Tahoe Snowcial agenda set for January
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 5:30am18-21 for the fourth annual Tahoe Snowcial, a one-of-a-kind winter festival that celebrates the global community who live their passion on the snow and tell their ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../tahoe-sn...
Howlin' Woods can be heard on a Saturday night in Meyers
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 4:14pmSevere September winds snapped tall trees throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin, and folks mused surely it was a harbinger of a stormy winter with plenty of snow.Well, we're still waiting. How about w...
Tahoe Transportation District blog: Maneuvering Mountain Roads
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 2:30pm
Whether it’s sharing the road with bicyclists during the summer or using four wheel drive or chains in winter, even seasoned drivers will tell you mountain driving isn’t the flat lands with its share of switch backs and blind spots, steep hills and wildlife.
Weather conditions change how we drive Sierra roads and in winter chains and snow tires are certainly a given factor when crossing mountain passes in snowy conditions. Caltrans and the Nevada Department of Transportation are good places to start before you even hit the road with up to the minute reports on travel conditions.
Family Science Day at UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Center
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 1:47pmBy Heather Segale
On January 5, 2012 from 2 to 5 p.m., the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center will host a winter-themed Family Science Day. Families are invited to explore the mysteries of snow and ice. Engaging activities will provide your child an opportunity to learn about the science of winter. Children will conduct scientific experiments, view snowflakes under a microscope, take a snow-core and determine the water content of snow, learn about wind chill and why some animals hibernate, and much more.
Transient's death likely caused by weather
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 9:01amTRUCKEE, Calif. - The death of a homeless man in Truckee last month, likely due to climate exposure, is heightening the need for an emergency shelter in a region known for its harsh winter conditio...
Winter businesses need snow so season can go
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/13/2011 - 10:18pmBy Kathryn Reed. When visitors come to the South Shore, especially for activities that involve snow, there will be plenty of things for them to do. A rundown on all ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../winter...
Red Hut Burger Night on Wednesday to benefit Heavenly Foundation Scholarship Fund
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/13/2011 - 1:40pm
By Aimi Xistra-Rich
The Ski Run Red Hut will host a Burger Night fundraiser to benefit the Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation’s Scholarship Fund on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 from 4 pm to 9 pm at the Ski Run Blvd. location only.
Police announce DUI patrols, checkpoint
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 10:31amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County Avoid the 6 DUI task force has announced upcoming saturation patrols and a DUI checkpoint for its Winter Holiday DUI Campaign. Saturation patrols for...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Chamber's winter wine walk mixer was a success
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 10:04amTahoeChamber.org would like to thank all of the business hosts and attendees that participated in the Winter Wine Walk Business After Hours Mixer in the Shops at Heavenly Village. More than 150 mem...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Visitor's Authority says thanks for tree lighting participation
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 10:03amThe Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority would like to thank a number of people and partners for making this year's Community Winter Tree Lighting on Dec. 2 such a great success. Special thanks to Liberty...
Young professionals' group raises $3000 for TY&FS
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 3:29amWinter White was the theme of Tahoe Regional Young Professionals' inaugural holiday party which raised more than $3000 for Tahoe Youth & Family Services. “So many businesses in the community c...
Winter businesses need snow so season can go
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 3:29amBy Kathryn Reed. When visitors come to the South Shore, especially for activities that involve snow, there will be plenty of things for them to do. A rundown on all things winter was the topic of this...
Young professionals' group raises $3000 for TY&FS
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 12/11/2011 - 1:33pmWinter White was the theme of Tahoe Regional Young Professionals' inaugural holiday party which raised more than $3000 for Tahoe Youth & Family Services. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../young-pro...
Winter Trails Day events on both ends of the lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 8:23pm7 from 10am–2pm the Tahoe Rim Trail Association will partner with local businesses and organizations to kick off the winter season with the free Winter Trails ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../winter-trail...
USFS looking for environmental education volunteers
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 10:00amThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is looking for volunteers to assist with the Winter Trek Express environmental education program for fifth-graders from Jan. 9-March 30. This t...
Winter Trails Day events on both ends of the lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 10:00am7 from 10am–2pm the Tahoe Rim Trail Association will partner with local businesses and organizations to kick off the winter season with the free Winter Trails Day family event. While this is a nationa...
STHS girls' routed by Galena
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 6:00amRENO, Nev. - The Lady Vikings took on Galena Saturday at Reno High in their final game of the High Sierra Winter Classic. Galena set the tone early, grabbing a 20-5 lead at the end of the first qua...
Forest Service seeks volunteers
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 5:20pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The U.S. Forest Service is looking for volunteers to assist with the Winter Trek Express environmental education program for fifth graders, according to a statement. The ...
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 4:52pmBased on vacation rental inquiry data for the winter months TripAdvisor ranked South Lake Tahoe No. 3 in the U.S. for ski vacation rental getaway destinations ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snippet...
South Tahoe girls at High Sierra Classic
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 6:00amRENO, Nev. - South Tahoe girls' basketball lost a tough one on Thursday night against Hug 41-29 at the High Sierra Winter Classic at Reno High. Hug jumped out to a 23-8 halftime lead behind a stron...
Lady Warriors rout Pyramid Lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 6:00amZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - The Whittell girls' basketball team got off to a hot start at the Whittell Winter Invitational, beating Pyramid Lake 48-16 on Friday night."Our first string played really wel...
Young Professionals’ raise more than $3,000 for Tahoe Youth & Family Services (SLIDESHOW)
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 1:07pm
By Rebecca Wass
Winter White was the theme at Tahoe Regional Young Professionals’ (TRYP) inaugural holiday party raising more than $3,000 for Tahoe Youth & Family Services (TYFS) on Saturday, November 19 at Riva Grill.
“I was speechless,” Heather Avila, TYFS Alcohol and Drug Counselor and The Girls Project Coordinator said. “It was an emotional moment for me. I have never seen generosity in such abundance!”
Tahoe Rim Trail events slated Jan. 7
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 10:27amWhat's covered in snow and fun for the whole family? National Winter Trails Day, of course.The Tahoe Rim Trail Association will partner with businesses and organizations to kick off the winter seas...
Team Vacation: three slope sessions and three bands, including Dead Winter Carpenters
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 10:11amBonfire and Salomon's Team Vacation is coming to Tahoe this weekend.The riders will hit the slopes Saturday at Northstar and Sunday at Heavenly. The celebration moves inside Saturday night at th...
Whether on foot or in a vehicle, are you ready for a winter storm?
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/08/2011 - 9:47amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In the midst of the winter season many people who travel to and live in the Lake Tahoe area may forget about some common winter safety precautions, especially when it'...
Caltrans finishes three Tahoe Basin road projects
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 6:23pmConstruction has wrapped up on three roadwork projects in and around the Lake Tahoe Basin, Caltrans reports Wednesday in a news release. The projects were designed to improve water quality and traffic safety in the region.
Precautions urged to deal with ongoing cold temps
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:24amThe California Emergency Management Agency is urging residents throughout the state to accelerate their winter weather preparedness efforts in response to a ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../precautions-ur...
Outdoors with Don Q: Some personal memories from the year 2011
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 2:00am
By Don Quilici
As I look forward to the year of 2012 with high expectations, hopes and dreams, this is a good time to reflect back on some selected personal memories from the rapidly ending year of 2011. Here are my top memories:
