For all its inherent beauty, mystical waters and gorgeous mountain vistas, highly touted Lake Tahoe can be one congested vacation spot in the summer months for anyone seeking a relaxing getaway. If avoiding crowds and experiencing a big dose of serenity is the goal, head north of Tahoe for the 45-minute drive to the Graeagle […]
Independent Skier Magazine releases 2015 ski Buyer’s Guide
Independent Skier Magazine has recently announced the release of its 2015 Buyer’s Guide. Designed for mobile devices, the Independent Skier Magazine is currently available via the Newsstand for iPad and iPhone. An Android version will be released soon. There is no charge to download the magazine. Both current as well as back issues can be downloaded […]
Annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival Sept. 5-7 at Northstar
This is a popular event that’s been taking place for nearly three decades in Lake Tahoe. The 29th annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival will take place Friday, Sept. 5-7 at Northstar California Resort. The event will pair epicurean adventures with some of Northern California’s finest in regional food and wine delicacies. Master chefs and […]
Squaw Valley hosts 10K race Aug. 23
In conjunction with this year’s Peaks & Paws event, the Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Foundation (SAF) is hosting the Squaw 2 Alpine 10K Challenge on Saturday, Aug. 23. Proceeds from the event benefiting both SAF and the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. The fifth annual Peaks & Paws Festival will feature fun dog-themed entertainment, fun activities for the whole family, […]
Diamond Peak ski resort offering discount season passes
Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe is offering a good deal for season passes for the 2014-15 season. Adult season passes are going for $349 for a full-time pass. The Early Bird Rates run from July 1 to Oct. 31. Diamond Peak is an affordable, family-friendly resort that offers breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, […]
Squaw Valley hosts Peaks & Paws fundraiser Aug. 23
There’s definitely a dog day afternoon on the horizon at Squaw Valley. The Village at Squaw Valley is paying tribute to man – and women’s – best friend this August 23 with the fifth annual Peaks and Paws Festival. This is a fun-filled day that people can share with their canine companions! The fifth annual […]
Truckee-Tahoe Pet Lodge provides premium facilities for pets
For people visiting the Lake Tahoe region this summer and fall from Sacramento or the Bay Area, often times the quandary is whether to bring your pet or not. While there are Lake Tahoe lodging facilities that welcome pet stays, there are also plenty of places that force one to leave your beloved dog or […]
Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe looking to expand
A noted family-friendly Lake Tahoe ski resort for nearly half a century, Diamond Peak is hoping to upgrade the resort in the coming years. Diamond Peak ski resort is currently updating its Master Plan to revisit the potential for the future development of Diamond Peak as a community recreational resource. The Plan explores opportunities for […]
Beer and Jazz Festival Aug. 9-10 at Squaw Valley
Want to help out pets in the Lake Tahoe area and also enjoy a fun day of tasty brews and Jazz? It’s all available at the two days of explosive musical talent at The Village at Squaw Valley on August 9-10 during the 13th Annual Brews, Jazz and Funk Fest. Festival goers can listen to continuous live jazz […]
Northstar California hosts endurance mountain bike race on July 19
Endurance mountain bikers will compete in the Tahoe Trail 100-Kilometer Race at Northstar California Resort on Saturday, July 19 – all vying to qualify for the legendary challenge of the Leadville Trail 100-mile mountain bike race in August, which stretches through 100 miles of technical Colorado terrain. Tahoe Trail 100 Start time for the Tahoe Trail 100 […]