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Upcycled Adventures: Truckee’s First Outdoor Gear Consignment Shop Combines Sustainability and Community

TRUCKEE, Calif.—A new business in Truckee is redefining outdoor adventure by blending sustainability, affordability, and community spirit. Upcycled Adventures, the town's first and only outdoor gear consignment shop, is already making waves just weeks after opening its doors.

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Truckee Donner Land Trust Secures 691-Acre Wilderness in Carpenter Valley

TRUCKEE, Calif. – In a pivotal conservation effort, the Truckee Donner Land Trust, in collaboration with the Northern Sierra Partnership, has acquired 691 acres of untouched wilderness at the headwaters of Carpenter Valley. This expansion of protected lands ensures the …

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Preparing for the Winter Wonderland at Lake Tahoe’s Ski Resorts

Lake Tahoe, a renowned winter haven, is gearing up for another thrilling ski season. With the anticipated opening of popular resorts like Heavenly and Northstar, excitement is palpable among winter sports enthusiasts. Prepare to immerse yourself in snow-capped mountains and …

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SOS Outreach, Northstar Host Parents Ride Day

TRUCKEE, Calif. – SOS Outreach, a youth development nonprofit, offered parents of program participants the opportunity to learn how to ski or snowboard for the first time ever. Thanks to support from Northstar California and Vail Resorts Epic Promise, complimentary …

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TAMBA Approaches Goal of Raising $250,000 for Tahoe Trails

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA) recently reached a major milestone in its 2024 End-of-Year Giving Drive, exceeding $200,000 in funds raised since the beginning of the campaign in mid-October this year. This puts …

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Winter Trek Begins Jan 28 at Heavenly Mountain Resort

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is pleased to announce sign ups for the 2025 Winter Trek Conservation Education Program at Heavenly Mountain Resort. Reservations are required and open Wednesday, Dec. 18, …

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Tahoe Rings in 2025 With Fireworks, Drone Shows

Enjoy the torchlight parade on New Year's Eve. | Palisades Tahoe
From dazzling fireworks and torchlight parades to live music, family-friendly celebrations and exciting nightlife, Tahoe and Truckee are the ultimate destinations for New Year’s Eve fun.
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Celebrate the Holidays in Tahoe, Truckee

Ski with Santa on Christmas Day at Tahoe Donner Downhill.
From festive markets and holiday parades to carolers, seasonal performances, and skiing with Santa, Tahoe and Truckee have something magical for everyone this season.
Find more events at YourTahoeGuide.com/events.
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Winter Wonders Await: Poetry, Markets, Races and Starry Adventures

Snowshoe Cocktail Races | Chris Talbot, Camp Richardson
Get ready to embrace the winter season with an exciting lineup of events in and around Tahoe. From festive markets and starry snowshoe tours to thrilling races and inspiring speaker series, these …

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Tubing Adventures Await in Tahoe, Truckee

Sledding at Granlibakken Tahoe.
Looking for winter excitement? Tahoe and Truckee offer a plethora of tubing options from Sno-Parks and community sled hills to fast moving tube lanes with magic carpets to pull you back to the top. Don’t forget …

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Tahoe National Forest Releases New Snowmobile Use Map

Tahoe National Forest OSV map.
Tahoe National Forest has released an Over Snow Vehicle Use Map, which shows where on the USDA Forest Service lands snowmobiles are allowed to go and where they are prohibited. The map implements the OSV …

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Placer County Supervisors Approve Purchase of Automated License Plate Recognition Readers for Kings Beach

AUBURN, Calif. – The Placer County Supervisors approved the purchase of Automated License Plate Recognition technology as part of the district's North Lake Tahoe Parking Management Plan during their Tuesday, Dec. 3 meeting.

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City of South Lake Tahoe Launches New Parks and Recreation Facebook, Instagram Accounts

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City of South Lake Tahoe launched new Parks and Recreation Facebook and Instagram accounts. This initiative aims to enhance community engagement, provide timely updates, and share valuable information about the city's parks, recreational activities, …

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Volunteers Needed for Ski With a Ranger and Winter Trek

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is looking for volunteers to assist with winter programs at Heavenly Mountain Resort, beginning January 28 through March 28, 2025, conditions and weather permitting.

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Boreal Mountain California Opens Friday

SODA SPRINGS, Calif. – The wait is over and winter kicks off at Boreal Mountain for skiers and riders. Boreal will open to the public on Friday, November 22, for its 60th season, with skiing and snowboarding beginning at 9 …

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Crowdsourcing Plans for Resilience

Seacliff State Beach was obliterated by storms in 2023. California State Parks is mobilizing the public to reimagine its future.

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Glide Into Winter: Ice Skating Rinks in Tahoe, Truckee

Northstar ice skating rink. | Bill Stevenson
From open-air rinks to indoor arenas, Tahoe offers a variety of ice skating experiences for all ages and skill levels. Glide across the ice at popular spots like Northstar, Everline Resort, Heavenly Village …

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Family Playland at Soda Springs

Soda Springs
Soda Springs is a winter wonderland filled with fun for the whole family. For kids ages 7 and younger, the Planet Kids snow play area features tubing carousels, tubing lanes, snow volcanoes to climb, and more. Families can …

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Heavenly Pushes Opening Up to Nov. 20. Northstar Nov. 22, Kirkwood Dec. 6

Northstar California | Katey Hamill
California, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort are looking ahead to the upcoming ski and ride season and are already planning for the snow to start falling. Heavenly will open on Nov. 20, followed …

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Truckee Donner PUD Board Approves 2023 Energy Resource Mix, Promotes Local Agency Collaboration

TRUCKEE, Calif. —At Truckee Donner Public Utility District's Nov. 6 board of directors meeting, the board approved the submission of the 2023 Power Source Disclosure Report and Power Content Label, and approved agreements for leases in Truckee Regional Park to …

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