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Helen Stuart August 19, 1926 - February 19, 2024
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Known for high elevation, bounteous snow and its remote location, Kirkwood has been a beloved ski resort for generations and celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. It also has a fascinating history, created from scratch and a lot of hard …
By MIKE AKAY More than 20 years ago, I interviewed Daron Rahlves, arguably one of the best skiers in the world, for Tahoe Weekly. Since that time, he has competed in three more Olympiads both as a downhiller and ski …
Director, screenwriter and editor Nancy O’Connell, also an associate editor at Palisades Press, has released the documentary “Three Weeks” that looks to the 1960 Winter Olympics as a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement in Northern Nevada. “At that time, …
An adventure lover's paradise, from double black diamond steeps to miles of cornice, to back-country terrain, Kirkwood does not disappoint. The resort boasts five mountain peaks, all above 9,000 feet in elevation – Thimble, The Sisters, Covered Wagon, Glove Rock …
Plans for Homewood to move to a membership-based model in the next 3 years was unveiled by Art Chapman, chairman of JMA Ventures which operates the ski area, in early November at the First Tuesday Breakfast Club. Chapman said that …
Magic hour is that time just after sunrise or right before sunset when everything seems somehow perfect. Capturing this special moment was the mission of Steve and Todd Jones of Teton Gravity Research in their newest film, “Magic Hour.” Of …
It’s the shoulder season in the Tahoe Sierra, which undoubtedly brings bouts of inclement weather. It can be 30 degrees F and snowing one day and 70 degrees F and sunny the next. So even though Tahoe appeals to outdoor …
Ski swaps are an essential part of getting ready for the upcoming ski season. Clear out your old gear, buy slightly used gear or get new gear at discounted prices the upcoming ski swaps. Truckee | The 39th annual Truckee …
The Federal Highway Administration recently completed a new Class III bike route along a portion of Donner Pass Road in Truckee that winds up old Highway 40, according to the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition. The road was widened to allow …
Palisades Tahoe has announced a grand opening for the new Base to Base Gondola on Dec. 17, connecting the Alpine Lodge and The Village at Palisades Tahoe. The Base to Base gondola has four terminals: one in each base area, …
Tahoe Fund and Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA) recently celebrated the completion new singletrack on the Upper Tyrolian Trail on Oct. 18. The new trail offers panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and jumps and berms to help riders practice …
In California, you can bet on a horse race, buy a lottery ticket, put money on poker in a card room and play slots at a tribal casino all in the same day.
In advance of the 2022-23 winter season, ski areas in California and Nevada are investing heavily in infrastructure upgrades including at many downhill and cross-country resorts in the Tahoe Sierra, according to a release from Ski California. Ski California, a …
SNOW Sports Museum and Coolfire Studios present three local showings of the documentary “Magic in the Mountains,” which follows the story of how a little-known ski area won the bid for the 1960 Winter Olympics in Olympic Valley. Tahoe Art …
The third installment of “Originate, Pushing beyond the limits with Michelle Parker,” has launched on Red Bull TV. The episodes are part of a four-piece series focusing on the hero topics of inspiration, environment, inclusivity and empowerment. Freeride skier Parker, …
Palisades Tahoe is scheduled to open on Nov. 22 with new and improved amenities, planned events and more transportation options, including the opening of The Base to Base Gondola to connect Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows, according to a press …
Sierra-at-Tahoe has announced that it plans to full reopen its 46-trail network for the 2022-23 season, the resort posted on its blog on Sept. 13. The ski resort in Twin Bridges was severely damaged by the August 2021 Caldor Fire, …
Electric mountain bikes are opening the door to increased access to public lands, a key takeaway from the E-Mountain Bike Summit held in Olympic Valley in mid-September. As the use of e-bikes continues to grow in popularity, the positive attributes …
The Pop-Up Scotty Lapp Memorial Skatepark is open in Tahoe City. Located behind the old Blue Agave building, the 4,000 square-foot temporary skatepark is open to the public every Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to sunset until the snow …
Ten of the greatest athletes born or raised in California.
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