History

Pine Needle Basketweaving with Audrey Frank

June 30, 2016
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Join Washoe-Paiute weaver Audrey Frank for a lesson on coiled basketry utilizing a resource that is readily available…pine needles! […]

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1968 Olympic Track at Echo Summit

June 6, 2016
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In 1968, South Lake Tahoe was one of the nation’s hot spots for track and field after the U.S. Olympic Planning Commission chose Echo Summit over three other sites for […]

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Historic Emigrant Trail Trek through Hope Valley

June 1, 2016
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People continue to be amazed and inspired by the intrepid travelers of California’s 1848 Gold Rush and the courageous and adventurous migration that followed. Dianne Jennings will lead participants across parts […]

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Tour historic estate and 1960 Olympic trails on West Shore

March 27, 2016
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Take a tour through timeless Tahoe at Sugar Pine Point, one of the finest remaining natural areas in Tahoe, and relive the dreams and aspirations of Olympic athletes as you […]

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John C. Fremont’s sighting of Lake Tahoe

February 15, 2016
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On February 14, 1844, John C. Frémont and Charles Preuss, climbed Red Lake Peak at Carson Pass (named after his guide Kit Carson) where they “discovered” Lake Tahoe, about 20 […]

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Nevada’s Last Surviving Fire Lookout at Zephyr Cove

April 3, 2015
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It is the last surviving fire lookout in Nevada, and one of three in the Tahoe basin. The Zephyr Cove Fire Lookout has been meticulously maintained and restored for the […]

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