The Ski Bum Life by Gary Bell
Someone asked me the other day if I was a ski bum. This was a question that had me standing there going, “huh well uh.” […]
“Tahoe Avalanche” and other Tahoe Mysteries by Todd Borg
A classic whodunit mystery thriller written by South Shore author, Todd Borg, perfect for the winter.
Tahoe Avalanche. […]
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Angora Fire Lookout Elevation 7,256 ft.
Straddling Angora Ridge road above Fallen Leaf Lake in South Lake Tahoe sits the Angora Fire Lookout. The original Angora Fire Lookout was built in 1924, and was later converted […]
Arborglyphs preserve Branch of History
You’ve heard of petroglyphs.
How about arborglyphs?
And, did you know we live in an area rich in this fascinating art form?
Especially on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. […]
Conversations with History at Vikingsholm Castle
“Conversations with History” features a behind-the-scenes tour of the incomparable Vikingsholm Castle in Emerald Bay, and an intimate conversation with long-time park advocate and historian Helen Smith who spent 14 summers at Vikingsholm as the guest of Lorna Knight, the owner.
All proceeds will support the Sierra State Parks Foundation earmarked to provide critically needed funds for the maintenance and repair of the Vikingsholm. […]
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Tahoe Heat by Todd Borg
A dead piano tuner and a wild Mustang running loose at Lake Tahoe are inextricably linked in Tahoe HEAT, the 8th Owen McKenna mystery thriller written by local author Todd Borg. […]
Lake of the Sky Amphitheater Summer Shows
The Lake of the Sky Amphitheater summer evening programs at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center take place Friday nights in July. Learn about Tahoe bats, yes bats, on Friday, July […]
Hwy 50 Wagon Train
Talk about keeping it real. The annual Highway 50 Wagon Train rides through South Lake Tahoe first weekend of June. Sunday they’re riding from Zephyr Cove, Nevada to Amacker Ranch […]
Pony Express Re-Ride through South Lake Tahoe June
The Re-Ride of the Pony Express Trail from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California, will pass through South Lake Tahoe in front of Harrah’s at Friday’s Station to exchange the Mochila in June – check back for the exact date and time. […]
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Tahoe Rim Trail, 3rd Edition by Tim Hauserman
Tahoe Rim Trail 3rd Edition, is written by local author Tim Hauserman who has hiked the entire trail, every inch. He’s biked the open sections, has volunteered to build trail […]
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Get the Word Out with Tahoe Writers Works
So you have something to say? Join the club. Tahoe Writers Works that is.
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Dat So La Lee Washoe Basket Exhibit at Gatekeeper’s Museum
Without a doubt, she was Tahoe’s greatest artisan. Dat So La Lee is considered one of the greatest basket weavers and designers among the Washoe people.
A fine collection of Dat So La Lee’s work and 900 baskets, pottery, clothing, dolls and artifacts from more than 85 tribes nationwide are on display at the Marion Steinbach Indian Museum located inside the Gatekeeper’s Museum. […]
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