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You and Mark Twain have a lot in common. Trust us. Here you are, sitting in Lake Tahoe, escaping the same beeping realities of working life that Mark

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“Three months of camp life on Lake Tahoe would restore an Egyptian mummy to his pristine vigor, and give him an appetite like an alligator. ... The air up there in the clouds is very pure and fine, bracing and delicious. And why shouldn’t it be? — it is the same the angels breathe.”

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Elena Hight has been to two Winter Olympics, established herself as a relevant Winter X Games performer since 2003 and has done her part to further the sport of snowboarding. At 21, she’s only just begun, setting her sights on her third Winter Games in 2014 in Russia. Tahoe Magazine conducted a Q-and-A with the South Lake Tahoe snowboarder:

Tahoe Magazine: Coming out of an Olympic year for the second time, what gets you excited and ready to compete at a high level again?

Elena: Coming out of another Olympic year the main focus for me is being able to put time into learning new tricks. The last few seasons have all been about making everything you know how to do the best it can be so that you are consistent in competitions. So this year will be a fun learning year.

Tahoe Magazine: Speaking of the Winter Games, you were extremely disappointed to not to win a medal. As time has gone by, do you feel better about what you accomplished — making it through two grueling qualifying rounds and fin-ishing 10th overall?

Elena: This year, I was definitely disappointed not com-ing home with a medal. However, I was really happy with the way I was able to ride despite some challenges, and my whole Olympic experience this time was absolutely incredible.

Tahoe Magazine: You were able to take trips to Fiji and Kauai following the Games. How important were those get-aways to get mentally prepared for your next snowboard sea-son?

Elena: This summer has been all about vacation time for me. Over the last three seasons I have spent at least two months of my summer on snow, as well as the entire season traveling and competing. Being able to finally take some time off, recharge and get excited about being in the snow again is extremely important. The time away from the snow lets me relax and helps me miss the snow. This makes me motivated to get back on snow and keep pushing myself in my snow-boarding.

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Tahoe Magazine: From one season to the next it must be difficult to gauge the progression of the sport and the upcoming riders. What have you done and will you do to remain on top of your sport?

Elena: Over the last few years the progression has been incredible. It really is difficult to always be pushing your-self to the limit and progress without getting burnt out or injured. To fight injuries I always try to balance my time on snow with plenty of rest time, strength training and healthy eating.

To make sure I don’t get burnt out I always try to take some time off, so I can recharge. I believe that staying on top of your game is all about balance between pushing yourself and taking time to rest and recharge.

Tahoe Magazine: From your vantage point has snow-boarding been impacted by the U.S.’s struggling economy? Are there fewer events to choose from, and do you look to compete outside of the U.S. more?

Elena: I think that the economy has affected snowboard-ing a lot, mostly because it is such an expensive sport to get involved in. I think that companies are struggling because consumers are buying less, which affects the amount of money that they can be putting in to the events that they sponsor. Even though sponsor money is getting cut for a lot of U.S. competitions, I think that the U.S. still hosts the best competitions, because we still have the biggest snowboard-ing market.

Tahoe Magazine: Does it concern you following Kevin Pearce’s head injury last year that the risks in your sport will continue to increase as riders try to earn fame and spon-sorship attention based on the degree of difficulty of their tricks?

Elena: Kevin’s injury was an extremely unfortunate event. He was taking risks, just as all professional snowboarders do to progress. I think that the level of riding has definitely been raised and will continue to raise, but I also believe that the awareness in safety and caution has raised in the industry as well. There is an element of risk in any professional sport, and every athlete just has to be aware of that risk and know their limits.

“I believe that staying on top of your game is all about balance between pushing yourself and taking time to rest and recharge.” — Elena Hight

Tahoe Magazine: Not much was written about it, but the 2010 women’s Olympic halfpipe team was the same as in 2006. What do you think the chances are that it could remain the same for Russia in 2014?

Elena: I think that by the time 2014 comes around there are going to be a lot of rookie girls coming up to give the last team a run for their money.... Hopefully some new blood will be in there to mix things up!

Tahoe Magazine: Now that you are 21 years old and been through two Winter Olympics, do you start to look at how long you want to compete and what you might do following your snowboarding career?

Elena: It is weird to think that someday I may not want to travel year-round chasing the snow, but I know that it is going to happen eventually. Right now I am going to school online to get my business degree. I am not sure exactly what I want to do when I am done, but I know that being able to travel and experience so many different things is opening my eyes to so many possibilities for after my snowboarding career.

Tahoe Magazine: When you do come home to Lake Tahoe during the winter, what are some of your favorite spots to hang out?

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COMMUNITIES Towns & Resorts surrounding Lake Tahoe

If you live here long enough, you stop seeing the lake as a region. It’s because all those little communities surrounding the lake — from the 25,000 people in South Lake Tahoe to the 250 in Carnelian Bay — have fierce local identities they do not want to lose. This guide will help you understand where you are, as you tour beautiful Lake Tahoe.

INCLINE VILLAGEThis luxury village is home to some of the wealthiest

people in the world. When you drive through, take Lakeside Boulevard to view the large estates that border the lake on its northeast side. Only five miles from the casinos, and 30 miles from Reno and Carson City, Incline Village offers its own mountain in Diamond Peak and a number of winter athletic training hot spots — not to mention private beaches that, even in the winter, affords beautiful views of the lake.

KINGS BEACHJust west of Incline Village, Kings Beach sits atop Lake

Tahoe. With easy access to Northstar, the casinos and the lake, Kings Beach truly lives up to its name. And it’s only going to get better. With $48 million in improvements scheduled for the downtown corridor, the future of Kings Beach will see easy access for visitors between the shopping areas and recreation areas, all of which serves as the perfect Kings Beach venue for the upcoming 30th annual SnowFest!

NORTHSTARJust north of Kings Beach on Highway 267, halfway between

Truckee and the lake, Northstar is an up-and-coming resort area that is filled with summertime activities. Best known for its shopping — jewelry, kids clothing, outdoor gear, you name it — its winter terrain park and its family friendly ski trails, Northstar is perfect for an afternoon with the kids. Also home to the $300 million Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe and a multi-mil-lion redeveloped base area, Northstar will play host to a num-ber of fun festivals and events year-round.

TRUCKEE The Town of Truckee is the gateway to the lake. With a rich

history of saloons, gunslingers and other wild west fantasies, it works hard to keep its local charm while playing host to

the thousands of guests who stay in our area each year. With nearby Donner State Memorial Park and a downtown shop-ping area, Truckee can entertain just about anyone with some time on their hands. With a rich downtown shopping corridor and easy access to, among others, Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, Royal Gorge USA-Cross Country Ski Resort and the marvel that is the Donner Summit back country, Truckee’s winter playground is at your fingertips.

SQUAW VALLEYHalfway between Truckee and the lake on Highway 89,

Squaw Valley USA is a world-recognized ski resort and home of the 1960 Winter Olympics. It’s also home to a great party to kick off SnowFest! The Tram Car takes visitors up to the top of the mountain to enjoy spectacular views and ice skating. The base area provides shopping and family activities, and plenty of parking. Speaking of Olympics, the mountain is home to some of the world’s best winter athletes, including gold medal-ist and America’s sweetheart, Julia Mancuso.

ALPINE MEADOWSJust a couple miles south of Squaw, Alpine Meadows is argu-

ably the locals’ favorite skiing and riding spot in the whole area; offering a diverse selection of terrain and difficulty, you’ll need your A-game to represent at this resort. And definitely be sure to learn “Cornology” at Alpine — what they call the sci-ence of skiing spring snow.

TAHOE CITYOn the northwest side of the lake, Tahoe City is a perfect

little hamlet for visitors to enjoy the quiet of the lake while having plenty of entertainment options close by. With good restaurants and easy access to businesses and the picturesque walk along Commons Beach, Tahoe City has everything you need. And this is where SnowFest! started, way back in 1981. Celebrate 30 years of this true community event this March in TC, as the locals call it.

HOMEWOODOn the West Shore just south of Tahoe City lies Homewood,

a small winter ski resort that boasts one of the best lake views in the entire basin. Homewood is one of the most beautiful places to stay, as it is surrounded by old-growth elm and pine trees, and sits just yards from the lake. And if you get a chance, talk to some of the locals — they are the definition of “tight-knit community,” and you might learn a thing or two from them, especially about our curious bear population.

MEEKS BAYThis small little neighborhood on the West Shore offers luxu-

rious views of the lake, and great access to nearby state parks. Meeks Bay has its own fire station, one of the few develop-ments other than homes in this classic Tahoe vacation spot.


SOUTH LAKE TAHOE/STATELINE

The largest of the communi-ties around Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe — its only city — has a large variety of entertain-ment options. The area’s big-gest casinos bring in the area’s biggest acts — from Elton John to Bob Dylan to Rascal Flats and Nelly — so if nightlife is what you’re looking for, make a trip to South Lake. Did we mention Heavenly Mountain Resort is there too? South Lake Tahoe has it all.

MEYERSJust south of South Lake

Tahoe, Meyers is a funky town that is home to many locals. If you’re looking for a trip off the beaten path, try lunch or din-ner in Meyers, and come back telling stories about the “real” Tahoe.

KIRKWOODAbout an hour south of the

lake, Kirkwood is a ski resort that offers plenty of fun for locals and visitors. One of its best deals happen in the Spring — if you own a local season pass to any of the region’s other resorts, you might want to keep your ears open for Kirkwood’s special deal. Trust us.

HEAVENLYHeavenly Village offers shopping selections, great food

and even a cinema for the whole family to enjoy. The world-famous gondola will take you to gorgeous winter views of the lake and the snowshoe hike back to town, should you try it, is perfect for those who are in shape — or want to be.

ZEPHYR COVELocated on the southeast short of the lake, Zephyr Cove is a

historic area. Businesses nearby offer a slew of fun activities, and Zephyr Cove Resort offers perhaps the best line of snow-mobile tours in the region, for people who need a bit more horsepower in their winter fun

GLENBROOKOn the northeast shore of Lake Tahoe, historic Glenbrook

epitomizes the idea of rural and lake. Only 150 acres of the town have been developed, leaving homeowners and visitors with undisturbed serenity and unique recreational opportunities.

SAND HARBORWith a sandy beaches, boat launches, picnic spots and

access to world-class biking, hiking and fishing, Sand Harbor is one of the most popular summer spots on the lake. But that doesn’t mean it’s not full of plenty of winter adventures. Be sure to pack your snowshoes or cross-country skis, as you can catch the Flume Trail and the Tahoe Rim Trail nearby, hit the trails down the road at Spooner Lake cross country and explore the backcountry between Lake Tahoe and Carson City.

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HISTORY Snow

The Biggest Winter

Sixty years ago, winter set an 800-inch record in Tahoe - that would be a welcome sight these days

By Jason Shueh and Greyson HowardTahoe Magazine

Dropped within the polarizing crevice between autumn and spring, winter stands alone. It is the coldest season, marked by shorter days and longer nights, heavy coats and rubber boots, blue fingers and teeth chatter. It is a singular season by which, simply, no other can compare.

Yet, when winter is compared to winter, teeth chatter to teeth chatter, Tahoe powder for Tahoe powder, the difference in years can get lost within the basin’s whiteout of opinion. A reason why numbers may be the most accurate gauge when winter is pitted against its predecessors.



Randall Osterhuber, a snow hydrol-ogy researcher at the UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Laboratory located on Donner Summit, is a man who under-stands the definition in numbers.

Looking at his col-lection of frigid dig-its, Osterhuber said Tahoe’s largest record-ed snowfalls came in 1938 and 1952. Osterhuber said 1938 was the year Tahoe received the largest amount of snowfall at a record 819 inches on Donner Summit. Then, judging by snowpack alone, he said 1952 boasted a blizzarding 311 inches of snowpack on Donner Summit and 812 inches total snowfall for the season.

Headlines in the Sierra Sun on Jan 10, 1952, included “Donner Is Frozen,” “Skating Excellent,” “When Donner Lake Froze Over” and “Winter Thus Far One Of The Roughest On Local Books,” an article foreshadowing the robust winter based on precipitation records dating back to 1899; that same article, however, optimistically expressed gratitude that

temperatures didn’t decline to 45 below zero like they did in 1937.

Farther back, a Sierra Sun headline for Feb. 3. 1938, read “Severe Storm Blocks Donner Highway” and described a recent snowstorm passing through as a “severe tempest.” Impacts of the “tempest” includ-ed two derailed freight cars and the roof of an indoor skating rink caving in from snow — this, combined with numerous road

closures. Still optimistic, another front-page headline read “Prospects For Snow Sports In Truckee Good For Weekend.”

Dump or dud: predicting the next big stormTalk to long-time locals and you’ll hear wild ways to pre-

dict what sort of winter it’s going to be — lots of pine cones, frantic squirrels, how much hair is growing between the dog’s toes. But when it comes to storms on the way into the Tahoe region, there are a few ways to predict their outcomes more accurately. Mark McLaughlin, an award-winning, nationally published author who specializes in local history and weath-er, discusses a few things he looks at as the storms roll in.

• A ring around the sun or moon means ice crystals indica-tive of moisture, a sure sign of approaching weather in other parts of the country. But here, high pressure common over the Sierra means this isn’t always a sure thing. This method was mentioned here as far back as in a journal from the Donner Party.

• No matter what’s on the radar or what the forecasters are saying, if the wind doesn’t start picking up and the pressure starts going down, the storm probably won’t amount to any-thing.

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• The quicker the arrival, the shorter the storm.• South-west winds are the surest direction for wet

weather to come from — moisture picked up over the Pacific means storms.• Winds and weather from the north or east generally come in dry, but can come in cold, meaning what little moisture falls comes down as champaign powder on the slopes. Those are sometimes called “inside sliders.”

The importance of snowA good snow season versus bad may be a big deal to ski-

ers and snowboarders, but how the Sierra fares each winter has much farther-reaching consequences.

The Sierra snowpack is a much bigger reservoir than any man-made dam in the mountain range, gradually melting

off water, releasing it down rivers and streams, keeping a steady supply flowing throughout the year, instead of all at once.

The region’s ecology depends on it — as the climate changes (man-made or not) and the snow line rises, streams can start to swell earlier and dwindle quicker, out of sync with fish spawning and other animal behavior, and leaving trees and plants high and dry at the end of the summer.

And that’s not just bad news for wildlife; it could mean more fires threatening mountain towns and smoking up the sky, and less water for California and Nevada residents — state agencies attribute 60 percent of California’s water to the Sierra Nevada.

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Sgt. John Giovannini from the Placer County Sheriff’s Office branch in Tahoe City has seen it — tiringly — too many times. Sighing, Giovannini can recount a chronicle of close calls, near misses and fatal tragedies. While Tahoe’s Sierra Nevada slopes are known for their epic ski chutes and black diamond runs, Giovannini points out the terrain also creates treacherous driving conditions and outlines below a few pointers for visi-tors and locals alike.

1. Red lights still mean stop: Giovannini says many drivers are caught running red lights when their tires lose traction and they continue into an intersection. This is a result of going too fast, he says, meaning drivers need to slow down.

2. Four-wheel confusion: Just because you have four-wheel drive doesn’t mean you’re invincible to slick roads.

Giovannini says four-wheel drive tourists unfamiliar with driv-ing in snow occasionally overestimate their vehicle’s ability to stop and corner. He recommends allowing greater distances between vehicles and, as always, keeping it slow.

3. Chain reaction: Giovannini says he remembers the tragic incident when a man was crushed by a vehicle as he lay just off the highway putting on chains. The type of accident he says is common. “Drivers need to pull well off the roadway to avoid being hit,” Giovannini says.

4. Monster trucks, monster mash: Bigger is not always better. Surprisingly, Giovannini says it’s the big-tired, lifted trucks and jeeps that encounter the most problems in the snow. This, he says, is due to two factors — the idea they are invincible and the fact their higher center of balance makes them prone to rolling.

5. Pick-up traction satisfaction: Traction equals control and control equals safety, a reason why Giovannini recom-mends those with pick-up trucks make sure to weight their rear tires. Locals, Giovannini says, use wet hay bails to add heft.

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6. Bailing in the berms: If caught in a slide, unable to break, Giovannini recommends steering your vehicle into the closest berm of snow — especially if you’re headed for an intersection.

7. Clean your plate: Snow mounts on hoods, windshields and mirrors. Giovannini says its important to make sure — despite snow — that your license plate is clearly visible, as it could give you a citation.

8. Ignorance is not bliss: Some drivers, Giovannini says, are either ignorant about chain restrictions or willingly igno-rant about chain restrictions. Citations aside, he says it’s just common sense to chain up when it’s posted.

9. Rising ridges: When climbing a steep hill — and unable to get enough traction to get up it — a tip not known to newbies, Giovannini says, is to straddle the ridge of the road where soft snow has collected. The textured surface is some-times enough for tires to, slowly, push your vehicle upward.

10. Goodie bag: Preparing for the worst, Giovannini says having extra warm clothing, food and water in the vehicle is a must. Also a medkit and extra winter windshield washer fluid is another must as road grime from melted snow can prevent visibility.

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What’s NewAlpine Meadows introduces its new Alpine Guides program for the 2010-11 season. The program will take groups of up to five skiers and rider on an insider’s tour of the mountain, exposing secret stashes and hidden terrain inside the resort. All participants will receive VIP privileges in lift lines. Full-day programs include avalanche safety equipment and instruction when needed. Advanced reservations are required. For more information on pricing and to sign up, visit SkiAlpine.com.

At-a-GlanceThere is an energy at Alpine Meadows; a heartbeat. Beyond its scenic natural beauty is Alpine’s mysterious ‘je ne sais quos’ character that will forever escape spoken or written word.

This mountain mesmerizes us with perfect powder that lingers days after a storm; grants moments of clarity on quiet traverses through snow-covered trees; and converts visitors to locals with seven open bowls, gentle, top-to-bottom cruisers and forested glades. Alpine Meadows allows its visitors to feel unabashed joy harbored in every soul’s inner child.

How did Alpine Meadows come to be? Alpine Meadows opened in 1961, with the notion of offering a more relaxed atmosphere and family-friendly experience than its glamorous, energetic neighbor.

Viewed from atop the peaks of the recent Olympic host, Squaw Valley, a group of avid outdoorsmen from San Francisco spied the beckoning valley to the south, and coveted powder turns down its spanning powder bowls and through its gracefully spaced juniper, western white pines and aspen trees.

Visions of yesteryear are realized today; and to this day, carefully tended groomed trails remain surrounded by Alpine’s great amphitheater of off-piste bowls, sinewy chutes and craggy peaks.

Learn more: www.alpinemeadows.com

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ALPINEMEADOWS

beginning trails: 25% intermediate trails: 40% advanced trails: 35%

WWW.SKIALPINE.COM | LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.

TOP ELEVATION: 8,637 FEETVertical drop: 1,802 feet

Acres: 2,400Terrain: 100-plus trails

Terrain parks: 3Ski season: November to May

Average snowfall: 365 inchesBASE ELEVATION: 6,835 FEET

FAST FACTS: ALPINE MEADOWSChair lifts: 14 lifts including one high-speed detach-able six-passenger chair; two high-speed express quads; three triple and five double chairs; three surface lifts.

Amenities: Day lodge, rental and repair shop, parents’ lounge, indoor play area, retail shops, mid-mountain restaurant, ski and snowboard school, new base area restaurant



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What’s NewBoreal upgraded its snowmaking this past sum-mer, adding 15 new fan guns to get people on the mountain and to the top earlier than ever. The resort also improved its night lighting to keep skiers and riders rockin’ the slopes until 9 p.m., and purchased two new grooming cats, including a “winch cat” to cut the superpipe walls straighter than ever.

At-a-GlanceEscape the couch. Escape to Boreal, located off In-terstate 80 atop Donner Summit, just 90 minutes from Sacramento, 35 minutes from Reno and only 8 miles from Truckee. Escaping has never been easier. Boreal is the closest and most affordable ski resort in Northern California. A leader in the terrain parks, Boreal offers terrain park features throughout the mountain for all ability levels. Boreal Mountain Resort offsets 100 percent of its electricity by purchasing green power. The resort also prides itself on becoming the first in North-ern California to fire up its charlifts each season.

Learn more: www.borealski.com

beginning trails: 30%

intermediate trails: 55%

advanced: 15%

LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.WWW.BOREALSKI.COM

TOP ELEVATION: 7,700 FEETVertical rise: 500 feet

Rideable acres: 380Longest run: 1 mile

Terrain: 41 trailsSledding

BASE ELEVATION: 7,200 FEET

FAST FACTS: BOREAL

Lifts: 3 quads, 3 triples, 1 double, 2 moving carpets, 1 moving carpet at tube park

Average snowfall:400 inches

Snowmaking: 75 to 80 percent terrain coverage

RESORT

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At-a-GlanceSince the first rope tow was built in 1937, Donner Ski Ranch has offered a family-friendly and historic skiing experience. One of Califor-nia’s first ski resorts, Donner Ski Ranch is located on Historic US Route 40 high atop Donner Summit. On Donner Summit you’ll find an atmosphere that is relax-ing and carefree, harkening back to times past.

Learn more:www.donnerskiranch.com



advanced: 25%

LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.ADULT LIFT TICKET: MIDWEEK $30

WKND/HOLIDAY $40

TOP ELEVATION: 7,781 FEETAcres: 460

Longest run: 1.5 milesTerrain: 52 runs


FAST FACTS:DONNER SKI RANCH

Lifts: 1 chair, 5 double chairs, 1 Magic Carpet

Average snowfall: 396 inches

Amenities: Rental shop, retail, full bar, cafeteria, lodge

RESORT

DONNERSKI RANCH


What’s newDiamond Peak has a number of improvements in store for the 2010-11 season, including building a new Skier Services Center offering guests a state-of-the-art facility that will not only house their two award-winning ski schools, but will also hold the newly designed ticket windows and new bathrooms available for custom-ers at point of entry to the resort. This $4.5 million renovation is going to improve flow and enhance the overall experience of the guest. The resort has also made stairs connecting the upper and lower parking lots, allow-ing people to move between the lots without having to go through the Base Lodge.



advanced: 36%

LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.WWW.DIAMONDPEAK.COM


Skiable acres: 655Longest run: 2.5 miles

Terrain: 30 runs, open glades, tree skiing


FAST FACTS:DIAMOND PEAK

Lifts: 6 Snowmaking: 75% of developed terrain

Season: December to April Amenities: Shuttle service

Terrain park: Located on Spillway; family-friendly terrain features on Penguin

RESORT

DIAMONDPEAK

At-a-Glance:Diamond Peak Ski Resort is recognized for its family-friendly atmo-sphere, incredible lake views and perfectly groomed runs. Dia-mond Peak has 655 acres of terrain with a peak elevation of 8,540 feet and a professional and welcoming staff. Now in its 43rd year, Diamond Peak offers a newly renovated $4 million Base Lodge, a thriving Child Ski Center, new and exciting events, great ski and snowboard school packages, and a variety of options to customize your day at the resort.

Learn more: www.diamondpeak.com


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What’s newA 14,890 square-foot lodge in construction at the top of the Heavenly gondola across from the Tamarack Express chairlift. The new lodge will seat 450 people inside and an additional 250 people on the 3,000 square-foot deck. The lodge is estimated to be completed for a Feb. 1, 2011 opening.

At-a-GlanceA progressive approach to meeting winter enthusiasts’ needs is what Heavenly Mountain Resort is all about. Besides easy access to the South Lake Tahoe resort, visitors can enjoy the variety of amenities and facilities that are provided. On the mountain, riders and skiers can enjoy groomed runs, tree runs in the backcountry and terrain park adventures.

Learn more: www.skiheavenly.com

RESORT

HEAVENLY


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Acres: 4,800Terrain parks: 4


FAST FACTS: HEAVENLY29 Lifts: 1 eight-passenger gondola, 1 aerial tramway, 2 high-speed six-passenger chairs, 7 high-speed quads, 5 triple chairs, 3 double chairs, 6 surface lifts, 4 Magic Carpets

Amenities: Ski and ride schools,five rental and two repair shops, nine

on-mountain restaurants, four lodges. Child care: 6 weeks to 6 years


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GRANLIBAKKEN

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Granlibakken is a Norwegian name meaning a hill sheltered by trees. It was the site of the 1932 and 1936 West Coast Olympic trials and 1954 Junior Olympics. Granlibakken is family-owned, occupy-ing 74 wooded acres in a picturesque mountain valley. Spectacular Lake Tahoe is just minutes away. Wallet- friendly, wintry getaways are possible at Granlibakken, which offers intimate accommoda-tions.

At-a-GlanceGranlibakken features an intimate ski hill, per-

fect for beginning through intermediate skiers and snowboarders. It’s a great place to avoid the crowds of larger Lake Tahoe ski resorts, while enjoying a day of skiing right out your back door. A rental shop, ski school, warming hut and Ski Hut Snack Bar are also on the premises. The ski hill, ski school and snack bar are open every Friday through Sunday, every day Christmas/New Years and mid-February holidays. The rental shop, snow play area and warming hut are open daily all season. Granlibakken offers plenty of Sierra terrain to explore

on cross-country skis or snowshoes as well. Guests have easy access to popular cross-country trailheads which provide miles of ungroomed Lake Tahoe skiing and snowshoeing terrain. And for the kids, Granlibakken has a machine-groomed snow play area. Cost is $10 per per-son for saucer rental and use of snow play area (no tubes or toboggans are allowed).

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What’s newFantastic events schedule with a very full calendar every weekend from January until the end of the season in April. Learn more at www.kirkwood.com.

At-a-GlanceAt 7,800 feet, Kirkwood annually receives more snowfall than any of the other Lake Tahoe resorts. Consequently, with an average snowfall of more than 600 inches, skiers and riders can expect to find ample powder skiing and riding for their enjoyment. In 2009, Ski Magazine ranked this Sierra Crest resort as one of the nation’s top 10.

Learn more:www.kirkwood.com

beginning trails: 15% intermediate trails: 50% advanced trails: 20% expert trails: 15%

WWW.KIRKWOOD.COM | LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.

TOP ELEVATION: 9,800 FEETVertical rise: 2,000 feet

Skiable acres: 2,300Trails: 65

Average snowfall: 600 inchesLongest run: 2.5 miles

Snowmaking: Top-to-bottom on four runs


FAST FACTS: KIRKWOODLifts: 1 high-speed quads, 1 fixed quad 6 triple chairs, 1 double chair, 3 surface lifts 2 Magic Carpets

Amenities: Four terrain parks, learn-to-ski/ride center, two rental shops, on-mountain restaurants, child care: ages 2-6

RESORT

KIRKWOOD


What’s newEarlier this summer, Homewood Moun-tain Resort and Alpine Meadows Ski Resort owner JMA Ventures acquired Lake Tahoe’s West Shore Cafe, a full-service lakefront property located adjacent to Homewood Mountain Resort. The inn and restaurant had closed its doors the summer of 2009.

At-a-GlanceLocated on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, Homewood Mountain Resort is one of California’s first winter recreation resorts. Offering a family-friendly atmosphere since 1962, Homewood continues to offer premiere winter skiing and snowboard-ing with a focus on top-level guest service and custom vacation packages. Deemed the gem of Lake Tahoe’s West Shore by SKI Magazine, the 1,260-acre mountain offers unobstructed views of the lake and surrounding peaks. Flawless, peak-to-shore grooming, the historic setting of Tahoe’s West Shore, and a classic family focused winter experience make Home-wood unique. Homewood is accessible via Interstate 80 to California State Route 89, just 55 miles from Reno Tahoe Inter-national Airport.

Learn more: www.homewood.com



advanced trails: 35%

LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.WWW.HOMEWOOD.COM


Acres: 1,260Terrain parks: 2


FAST FACTS:HOMEWOOD

Amenities: Ski school, rental and repair shop, on-mountain restaurants, two day lodges

Chair lifts: 1 high-speed quad, 2 triple chairs, 1 double chair, 4 surface lifts

RESORT

HOMEWOOD

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What’s newMt. Rose plans on installing top-to-bottom snowmaking on the Silver Dollar trail at the Slide Bowl, allowing early-season access to the new Winters Creek Lodge. Mt. Rose will also intro-duce renewable energy to the Winters Creek Lodge by adding three “extreme weather energy windspires.” A ninth gate is also being added to the Chutes to access the terrain around the Miller Time Chute.

Mt. Rose also redesigned its website at www.skirose.com, where skiers can save time and money by buying season passes, First Timer lesson packages, lift tickets and more. Got an iPhone? Watch out for the exclusive Mt. Rose iPhone app coming out this season featuring an interactive trail map, current snow report, lift status, etc.

RESORT

MT. ROSESKI TAHOE

At-a-GlanceFrom Tahoe’s highest base skiers and boarders launch near-ly 1,800 vertical feet in 3.5 minutes. The reward? Panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and Nevada.

The real payoff begins as you descend into 1,200 acres of some of the Sierra’s best powder. The recent opening of the Chutes puts Mt. Rose in a whole new league for steep ter-rain. Find out for yourself about Tahoe’s best kept secret.

Mt. Rose is the closest resort to the Reno/Tahoe Inter-national Airport, and just 25 minutes from Reno’s 17,000 rooms. Mt. Rose is a good choice for the first and last day of your Lake Tahoe vacation.

Learn more: www.mtrose.com


expert: 10%



LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.(BLAZING ZEPHYR: 8:30 A.M. TO 4 P.M.)

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Acres: 1,200Longest run: 2.5 miles

Total trails: 60-plusAvg. snowfall: 400 in.


FAST FACTS:MT. ROSE

Snowmaking:28 percent coverage top to bottom

Chairlifts: 2 six-pack, high speed detachable chairs, 2 quad chairs (fixed grip), 2 triple chairs (fixed grip), 2 surface lifts



What’s newSoda Springs expanded its Tube Town tubing area to nearly double its size, and also added a new Super Tuber-Cross — a tubing run filled with berms, banks and rollers.

At-a-GlanceSoda Springs is located just off I-80 at Donner Summit. Exit Soda Springs and follow the signs. Sacramento is just 80 miles, San Francisco 170 miles, and Reno just 48 miles. Soda Springs, celebrating its 68th year, attracted early day adventurers outfitted in laced leather boots with wooden skis. Soda Springs was a popular destination accessed primarily by train. Much has changed since those early days. Chairlifts have replaced tows and travel is convenient on multi-lane Interstate 80. Modernization hasn’t affected tradition, however.

The welcoming small resort spirit and relaxed atmosphere of days past can still be discovered at Soda Springs.

Learn more: www.sodasprings.com

RESORT

SODA SPRINGS

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What’s newNorthstar has a number of new features in 2010-2011. The demo equipment shop in the Village at Northstar will be expanded, giving guests more room to move through the rental process and select the gear they’d like to try. Northstar Resort is investing in new rental equipment that includes K2 skis, Burton snow-boards and Dalbello ski boots. The resort’s Cross-Country, Telemark and Snowshoe Center will also get new Rossignol cross-country ski equipment. Skills clinics for advanced skiers and riders focused on maximizing enjoyment of Northstar Resort’s mile-long tree skiing trails on The Backside and Lookout Mountain will be offered this winter, and the resort’s women’s-specific snowboard camps have been revised. And for the first time, Northstar will serve as host to a Nordic SuperTour event, the premiere cross-country race series in North America, on March 18.

At-a-GlanceThis winter, Northstar Resort will increase its support of the progression of snowboard-ing as it welcomes new learning programs in conjunction with Burton Snowboards, hosts the final stop of the inaugural AST Winter Dew Tour, and introduces new terrain and features in its award-winning terrain parks, which were recently ranked third in the country by readers of Transworld Snowboarding.

Learn more: www.northstarattahoe.com


WWW.NORTHSTARATTAHOE.COM | LIFT HOURS: 8:30 A.M. TO 4 P.M.


Skiable acres: 2,904Trails: 89

MID-MTN ELEV: 6,800 FEETAverage snowfall: 350 inches

Longest run: 1.4 milesTerrain parks: 8

Superpipe: 1, Halfpipe: 1BASE ELEVATION: 6,330 FEET

FAST FACTS: NORTHSTAROpen: Mid-November to Mid-April

Total lifts: 18 1 gondola, 1 Six-Pack Express, 6 quad express chairs, 2 triple chairs, 1 double chair, 2 tow/surface lifts, 5 Magic Carpets

Snowmaking: 50 percent coverage

RESORT

NORTHSTAR-AT-TAHOE




WWW.SIERRAATTAHOE.COMLIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M. | 8:30 A.M. TO 4 P.M. WEEKENDS AND PEAK PERIODS

TOP ELEVATION: 8,852 FEETVertical rise: 2,212 feet

Acres: 2,000Average snowfall: 480 inches

Longest run: 2.5 milesTerrain: 46 slopes and trails

Terrain Parks: 5 ski and snowboardSuperpipe: South Shore’s only superpipe


FAST FACTS: SIERRA-AT-TAHOELifts: 3 express family-friendly quad chairlifts,1 triple lift, 5 double lifts, 4 Magic Carpet children’s surface lifts, 1 tubing surface tow

Amenities: Ski and snowboard school, on-mountain cafeterias, mountain sports shop and equipment rentals, child care: 18 months to 5 years

What’s newBeginning skiers and riders will be able to ride to the top of Broadway, the resort’s easiest slope, on two new carpet conveyor lifts. The carpets, which are a total of 700-feet long, will make getting up the beginner hill a breeze, so skiers and riders can focus their energy on learning to come down the mountain. The carpets are part of the resort’s expanded beginner terrain, called Easy Street, consisting of 11 total acres of sculpted smart terrain that help improve the learning curve for beginners. The resort will also introduce a new website at www.sierrattahoe.com, a site developed with a brand transparent, social approach that capitalizes on real-time information feeds and customer feedback, with the intention of better serving its guests.

At-a-GlanceAs the Highway 50 resort grows older so does its reputation as providing a family-oriented atmosphere. The 42-year-old resort focuses on family programs while offering a wide range of on-the-mountain activities with its multitude of well-received terrain parks and superpipe.

Learn more: www.sierraattahoe.com

RESORT

SIERRA-AT-TAHOE


What’s newAs the weather turns colder, the folks at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area are looking forward to a new ski season. Beyond the usual eagerness for the ski season, the staff can’t wait to show off a number of improvements at the popular Truckee ski area. Among the improvements:- A new 150-foot conveyor lift in the Learning Center, which will improve lessons for all ages.- Online sales for season passes, day tickets ski school and pro-grams. Check out shoptd.tahoedonner.com for a list of prod-ucts available for purchase.- Snowbird lift chair pads for a more comfortable ride.- A new BBQ and furniture on the sun deck.- A completely new terrain park designed especially for beginners.- A new Sherpa snowmobile and towable sled for the children’s ski school.

At-a-GlanceTahoe Donner is committed to being “the place for family fun and learning.” Wide-open bowls, uncrowded slopes, great beginner terrain, excellent grooming, and a friendly, courteous staff make it a great place to ride. The resort’s small size allows its staff to deliver the personal touch families are often looking for.

Learn more: www.tahoedonner.com

Fast facts

LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.WWW.TAHOEDONNER.COM

Lifts: 1 quad chair, 1 double chair, 1 surface tow

Amenities: Downhill sports shop, open daily 8:30 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., ski school, lodge

FAST FACTS:TAHOE DONNER



Acres: 14

RESORT

TAHOE DONNER


What’s NewThe 2010/11 winter season welcomes Andy Wirth, Squaw Valley’s new Chief Executive Officer. Wirth succeeds Nancy Cushing, who will remain Chairman of the Board after retiring from the position of CEO. Wirth comes to Squaw Valley from Steamboat with extensive experience in management and mountain operations. In addition to the new CEO, Squaw Valley plans to transform the Belmont Park into a kids’ fun zone complete with a snowfort and kid-friendly jumps, bumps and whoopty-doos. The resort also expanded its night skiing with improved lighting in the Riviera terrain park and halfpipe, while the Olympic house and Squaw Kids Children’s Center were remodeled and renovated, respectively. Also new for the winter, Squaw is opening a high-performance demo center boasting the new Wintersteiger Tuning Machine, it gained three new grooming machines, and improved its snowmaking.

At-A-GlanceKnown for steep skiing and gorgeous views of Lake Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA is one of the jewels of the region. For locals, it’s the place to race to on a powder day. For visitors, it’s a chance to ride the cable car, learn about the region’s colorful history and observe the beautiful sites of the Olympic Village, home to the 1960 Winter Olympics.

Learn more: www.squaw.com


WWW.SQUAW.COM | LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 9 P.M.


Acres: 4,000Trails: 170+ Bowls: 16

Terrain Parks: 3Average snowfall: 450 inches

Longest run: 3.2 milesUphill Capacity: 49,000 people/hour


FAST FACTS: SQUAW VALLEYPipes: 2Tabletops: 12+Rails/Boxes: 30+ Amenities:Scenic cable car rides1960 Olympic MuseumIndoor climbing wallSnowshoeingNight skiing

Lifts: 34Cable Car: 1Funitel: 1Pulse Gondola: 1Express 6-pacs: 4Express Quads: 3Fixed-Grip Quad: 1Triple Chairs: 8Double Chairs: 10Surface Lifts: 3Magic Carpets: 2

RESORT

SQUAWVALLEY


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What’s NewBack for its second year of operation, the Backcountry Adventure Center, operated by Alpine Skills International and located in the Village Chalet building, offers professionally guided backcountry and sidecountry tours, educational programs on the science and safety of snow, a full fleet of backcountry rental and retail gear, and current snowpack safety conditions from the Sierra Avalanche Center. The resort will also offer free lessons (for any level) and standard rentals on General Admission Days for ticketed skiers ages 13 through 69, and for all season passholders age 5 and up. The Daily CORE Pass costs just $19 and gets you and a friend $12 off the window ticket price every day of the season. To learn more about the resort, visit www.sugarbowl.com.

At-a-GlanceIn 1938 Walt Disney was among the visionaries who helped pick this picture-perfect location, and placed upon it the first chair lift in California. What Mr. Disney and his fellow adventurers found was a prime location near Donner Summit; a place of precipitous peaks, steep narrow chutes and wide open bowls. But more than that, they picked a spot that receives more snow than almost anywhere in North America. On average, it receives over 500 inches of snow per year.

Learn more: www.sugarbowl.com


WWW.SUGARBOWL.COM | LIFT HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.


Peaks: 4Acres: 1,500

Trails: 84Average snowfall: 500 inches

Longest run: 3+ milesGrooming: 500 acres

Snowmaking: 375 acresBASE ELEVATION: 6,883 FEET

FAST FACTS: SUGAR BOWLFamily Park: Nob Hill Steepest Run: The Palisades

Best Kept Secret: Strawberry Fields

Terrain Park: Judah

Lifts: 125 High-Speed Express Quads2 Fixed Grip Quads3 Fixed Grip Doubles1 Gondola1 Surface Lift

RESORT

SUGAR BOWL


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cross country skiing It has long been known how valuable the sport of cross country

skiing is for both for the body and the mind. Some consider cross country skiing the perfect sport: It uses most all muscle

masses, burns lots of calories and it’s enjoyable. It provides an opportunity to spend time with friends and family while getting exercise. As a muscle-powered sport, the pace is relaxed enough to make it social as well as athletic, and affords a winter experience.

Cross country skiing burns more calories per hour than other sports. A person can burn from 472 calories an hour to as much as 1,116 calories when climbing uphill. Burning calories can be as much fun as taking calories in, both fulfilling in their own way. It certainly allows you to have that extra hot chocolate at the end of the day.

Cross country skiing also is an excellent low-stress outdoor exercise. The movement of gliding is easy on the legs and back, as opposed to the pounding of other sports. Medical professionals advocate it as the best cardiovascular fitness activity. The benefits are endless for this low-risk, low-impact aerobic form of exercise.

Lake Tahoe is mecca for cross country skiing. There are many options for skiing, all providing a very different experience, on end-less kilometers of machine groomed trails to the peaceful undevel-oped meadows or backcountry trails.

At Lake Tahoe we have a long ski season, typically beginning at

Thanksgiving going to late April. The cross country resorts offer everything from expansive meadows to steep herringbone climbs; from great decks for picnics to yummy cafes. Most areas have excel-lent machine groomed trail (a feature Tahoe areas pride themselves with) and all areas have lot of ascends and descents, the mountains around Lake Tahoe are steep.

Nestled in a beautiful alpine valley high in the Sierra, Kirkwood’s Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Center is like no other. As skiers climb the higher trails to 9,000 feet they have a sensation of being atop the Sierra. Kirkwood’s 80 kilometers of diverse terrain provide excellent skiing for all abilities. Skiers can ski to ridge tops, over granite domes or glide through meadows. Located on Highway 88, it’s an incredibly beautiful 40-minute drive from South Lake Tahoe.

Spooner Lake Cross Country is located right at Spooner Summit on Highway 50. It has lots of easy trails around the lodge, which serve as a great warm-up for the steeper terrain ahead. The ulti-mate goal is to climb the long steep trails up North Canyon. The trail seems to climb forever but the award is well worth it, at the top there are the absolute best views of Lake Tahoe. The 80 kilometers of trail are groomed for classic and skate skiing.

The Hope Valley Outdoors Center and Sorensen’s Resort are the headquarters for activities in the pristine Hope Valley. The expan-sive Hope Valley has everything from easy skiing in the valley floor


to steep challenging mountain peaks. There are some marked trails in the valley. The Hope Valley Outdoor Center is located at the junction of Highway 88 and 89 in a comfortable yurt. The center has marked ski trails, ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons and tours.

The historic Camp Richardson Resort is located just outside of the city limits of South Lake Tahoe on Emerald Bay Road. The resort’s 35 kilometers of trail winds through the forest at lake level, offering easy flat terrain for the novice skier. Lessons and rentals are available at the resort.

Heavenly’s Adventure Peak has five kilometer’s of groomed trail at the top of the gondola. The adventure begins with a scenic 2.4-mile ride up the mountain. The trails meander through the forest and pro-vide awesome views from nearly 3,000 feet above Lake Tahoe. Cross country skis and snowshoe rentals are available, as well as snow bikes. The area also has a tubing hill and a restaurant.

Tahoe Donner has over 100 kilometers of trails. 51 trails with a huge variety of terrain for all levels. Nearly half of the trails are inter-mediate level and it has two “wilderness’ trails that are groomed for diagonal striding only and three trails that are reserved just for snowshoers. Scattered over its sprawling network of trails are five warming huts. It’s a great lace for beginners as well as experienced skiers. It caters to skaters, striders and snowshoers.

At beautiful Sugar Pine Point State Park, follow the California state park’s four cross-country trails — for both beginning and advanced adventurers — that lead you through towering pines, open meadows, ancient stream paths and a historic estate. Winter visitors to the park will find more than 20 kilometers of marked cross country ski trails and a heated restroom in the General Creek campground. A $6 Day Use Fee applies for park-ing unless you have a California State Parks Pass (sticker) - there is no charge for use of the cross country ski trails. Interpretive

presentations on a variety of winter related subjects are pre-sented most weekends, from January through March. Topics include “Cold Weather Survival,” “Winter Wildlife,” and guided cross-country ski hikes. Whether your passion is on skis or snow shoes, you will truly enjoy all that Sugar Pine Point State Park has to offer this winter.

Royal Gorge has the most of everything - the most snow (600 inches a year), the largest trail system and the biggest grooming fleet. It offers 300 kilometers of trails, 88 trails and 6 trail systems. It considers itself as the largest cross country ski area in North America. Royal Gorge has eight warming huts for people who want to take a break and have a snack.

Northstar-at Tahoe ofers a different experience from most cross country ski areas, primarily because it requires you to buy a trail pass at the village Center and then take the Big Springs Express Gondola or Village Express Quad Chairlift to reach its 50 kilometers of trails. The trail systems features three warming huts with free hot drinks. On some occasions, Northstar’s trails hook up with the neighboring Tahoe Cross Country Trail system.

Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area is one of the few areas that allows you to let your dog run along with you on the trails. Dog passes are $4 and you have to clean up after them (poop bags are provided). It offers 65 kilometers of groomed trails on 19 trails. It also offers free beginners and skating lessons at various times throughout the winter.

This is only a partial list of the cross country ski oppor-tunities in the area. For a full listing see the map on the next page. Cross country skiing is a perfect chance to leave the rational mind behind for a while. Try it, and become part of the movement of the winter environment at Lake Tahoe.

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By Tim Parsons

Tahoe Magazine

Kenny Smith knows the jukebox numbers by heart, and he punches them in: 1-3-0-1.

Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” plays out of the speakers as Smith walks across the Moose Lodge back to the bar as some-body jokes, “Love that John Denver, don’t you, Kenny?”

It’s a running joke, because for a while, Smith really did think it was Denver who sang his favorite tune. Most days at the Moose Lodge, Smith plays a set of music, and he always starts out with good ole’ 1-3-0-1.

Smith prefers to stand at the end of the bar, next to Larry Fox, who’s almost always on the last barstool. But sometimes on Thursdays, Fox arrives too late to claim his favorite seat. Thursday, you see, is the day Larry goes downtown to gamble.

If he does well, he sometimes stays later.

Routine is the staple at the Moose Lodge in South Lake Tahoe.

Fox drinks Bud Light, and Smith has scotch and water. Today, they are talking about a shared experience: They didn’t know each other at the time, but they both attended the first show at the South Shore Room inside Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. The headliner was Red Skelton. Fox attended the dinner show with his wife. Smith, who installed the room’s red-and-green carpet, was given complimentary tickets.

“I still have Red Skelton’s autograph on the ticket sub,” Fox says. “Back then, it was inexpensive — 40 or 50 bucks included our dinner, and we had to buy our drinks.”

“It was a good show,” Smith said. “It was funny; I remember him (Skelton) always combing his hair after he’d tell a joke.”

Smith said he installed the South Shore Room carpet twice. After the first time, the builder realized a design flaw. The tiers

From Nat King Cole and Bob Newhart in year one, to Bob Dylan and Elton John just last year, it’s a guarantee that Tahoe is a music hot spot

MUSIC&TAHOE

This was the scene from a dinner show in the South Shore Room in 1976.


weren’t high enough, leaving would-be patrons in the back looking at the backs of people’s heads.

He’s not a Moose member and did not go to that first show, but Gary Zascoda has plenty of stories about the South Shore Room. The former stage manager began working there in 1967.

“When the Olympics came to Squaw Valley, Bill Harrah said, ‘We need a show room,’ “ Zascoda said. “They worked around the clock and opened December 1959. Jayne Mansfield handed out Harrah’s bags and dice at the Games.”

The list of some of the entertainers who performed that first year is impressive: Nat King Cole, Bob Newhart, Peggy Lee, Liberace, Marlene Dietrich, Jimmy Durante, George Burns, Jack Benny, Benny Goodman, Andy WIlliams, Guy Lombardo, Johnny Mathis and Dinah Shore.

On the walls behind the stage is a collection of postcards with the entertainers who would perform two-week stands. Virtually every big name from the 1960s is there, and they usually had just traveled from Los Angeles, where they had appeared on the “Tonight Show,” giving Harrah’s free publicity.

Zascoda recalls Bob Dylan’s appearance. He was instructed to not say anything to the mercurial singer. Zascoda still seems awestruck describing how he saw Dylan walk up the stairs just before his show. As he was told, Zascoda kept his dis-tance, standing with his hands clasped behind his back. Dylan examined the postcards for several minutes before turning to Zascoda and asking, “What was it like to work with Lawrence Welk?”

Welk, the stage manager said, was so popular, a third show was added to the regular dinner and cocktail shows. But the altitude got to Welk, who was exhausted after that third show. Harrah’s decided to go back to two shows a night after that.

Who was Zascoda’s all-time favorite?

“Sammy, by far,” he said. “The real Sammy, not (Hagar). He was the consummate entertainer. He had a special relation-ship with Bill Harrah and would often play long, which he didn’t like because he wanted the people out gambling.”

Sammy Davis Jr., who died of throat cancer, performed his last nightclub show in the South Shore Room. Before the per-formance, Davis’ scratchy voice addressed the stage manager.

“Don’t believe everything you read,” he said. “I’ll be back.”

And then there’s Willie Nelson, who, instead of staying in the hotel, preferred the privacy of his tour bus.

To Zascoda’s chagrin, Nelson did not show up when it was time for him to go on. Zascoda frantically searched the casino floor, where he discovered Nelson wandering around with his guitar.

“Mr. Nelson, I’m the stage manager,” Zascoda said.

“Oh, hi,” Nelson said. “How do you get there, anyway?”

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HOT

Great music & entertainmentcan be found all around Tahoe and Truckee

MUSIC Nightlife

Here’s an amazing list of venues from which to choose:

NORTH SHORE AND SQUAW VALLEY

Caliente! Southwest South 8791 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, Calif.The newest Kings Beach hotspot, Caliente! has raised the bar to a whole new level on the North Shore. With a perfect marriage of a casual-yet-elegant dining room, a laid-back indoor bar area, and a mellow roof deck complete with its own cabana bar, Caliente! might just be the perfect spot to celebrate in Tahoe. Try one of the house specialty cocktails like the Calientini or the Chupacabra, or one of the 100-plus varieties of tequila on the menu. For more information call Caliente! at (530) 546-1000

The Grid Bar and Grill 8545 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, Calif.The Grid is located in Kings Beach and offers a pool table, darts, shuffleboard, many flat screen TVs, an outdoor patio and space for live bands, making it the community’s hot spot for late night fun. For more information call The Grid at (530) 546–0300

Gar Woods Grill & Pier 5000 North Lake Blvd., Carnelian Bay, Calif.Gar Woods has a huge deck and a pier to match for boaters look-ing for a nice meal or a couple of cocktails. Known for their Wet Woodies — a fruity rum-based smoothie — Gar Woods has a weekly party known as Wet Woody Wednesday that is always a

good time. Also keep an ear out for live music on Friday nights.For more information call Gar Woods at (530) 546–3366.

Lakeside 850 North Lake Blvd. (behind Safeway), Tahoe City, Calif.The new Lakeside brings back the cocktails, the pool and foos-ball tables, plenty of live music and the dance floor Pierce Street patrons loved, while adding TVs for sports fans and a menu filled with comfort foods. For more information call Lakeside at (530) 583-2000.

Jake’s on the Lake 760 North Lake Blvd. (inside the Boatworks Mall), Tahoe City, Calif.Located in Tahoe City’s Boatworks Mall, Jake’s has a good sized bar area and weekly live music. The large windows in the bar overlook Tahoe City marina, so while Jake’s might not be the best late night spot, it is ideal for an evening cocktail while watching the sun set over Lake Tahoe. For more information call Jake’s at (530) 583–0188.

Blue Agave 425 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, Calif.Blue Agave is located centrally in Tahoe City, and besides being a dynamite Mexican restaurant, Blue Agave’s separated bar area has a pool table, big screen TV, and weekly live music. With an extensive tequila list, margaritas, Blue Agave is a good place to party down. For more information call the Blue Agave at (530) 583–8113.

SPOTS

Rapper Snoop Dogg performed in 2010 at MontBleu Resort in South Lake Tahoe.


Pete ‘N Peter’s395 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, Calif.

Pete ‘N Peter’s is located in Tahoe City about a quarter–mile east of the wye opposite the lake. Pete’s is the only remaining bar only space in Tahoe City and late night partiers downtown usually end up there. They have two pool tables, shuffle board, a juke box, walls full of sports memorabilia, a handful of TVs and a great vibe. For more information call Pete’s at (530) 583–2400.

River Ranch Restaurant & LodgeCorner of Highway 89 south and Alpine Meadows Road, Tahoe

City, Calif.River Ranch is located on Hwy. 89 at the base of Alpine Meadows Rd. And, with regular concerts on the deck, the River Ranch is also an excellent spot to boogie down into the night.For more information call River Ranch at (530) 583–4264.

Bar OneInside the Olympic House at Squaw Valley, Olympic Valley,

Calif.Named for being the first bar in Squaw Valley, Bar One is located in the Village at Squaw on the second floor of the Olympic House. Bar One houses pool tables and three TVs carrying sports action daily. The venue also hosts live music on weekends.For more information call Bar One at (530) 583–1588

The Auld DublinerIn the Village at Squaw Valley, Olympic Valley, Calif.

What better place is there to party than an Irish pub? Not many. The Auld Dubliner is located on the edge of the Village at Squaw. The pub serves delicious Irish faire all day long as well as pouring draught Irish ales and stouts and offers an extensive whiskey list. Keep an eye out for live music as well. For more information call the Auld Dubliner at (530) 584–6041

ZenbuInside the Olympic House at Squaw Valley, Olympic Valley,

Calif.Located in the Olympic House in the Village at Squaw, Zenbu is the place to go for dance music. Regular DJs and a dance floor make the daytime tapas lounge turn into a regular disco during the evening. For more information call Zenbu at (530) 583–9900.

DOWNTOWN TRUCKEE

Moody’s Bistro and Lounge 10007 Bridge Street (on the corner of Commercial Row), Truckee, Calif.Located on the corner of Bridge Street and Donner Pass Road in historic downtown, this hip nightspot hosts free live jazz on a regular basis in the lounge and brings regionally and nation-ally known jazz acts monthly. Also keep an eye out for Paul McCartney, who dines at Moody’s when he’s in town and has been known to play a few songs when he does. For more information call Moody’s at (530) 587–8688.

Bacchus & Venus 10118 Donner Pass Road (on Commercial Row), Truckee, Calif.A gorgeous cedar bar, cozy fireplace and warm atmosphere greet patrons at Truckee’s newest wine bar and retail store, Bacchus & Venus. A good selection of wines available by the glass or bottle, and an emphasis on flights (1.5 ounce pours of three or four dif-ferent wines) makes this wine bar a great place to explore new varietals and vineyards. For more information call Bacchus & Venus at (530) 550-9800.

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THE SOULE DOMAINCreative American Cuisine in Elegant Log Cabin

Best Place to Take a Date

15 Years Running

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from 6 p.m.

Stateline Road • North Lake Tahoe (next to Tahoe Biltmore Crystal Bay)

Reservations Requested • 530.546.7529

Traditional Style Italian Food and Great Family

Atmosphere since the 1930s

Consistently Voted Best Italian Food on the North ShoreFEATURING HOMEMADE FAMILY RECIPES AND LARGE PORTIONS.

• Stuffed Lumaconi with Beef, Cheese and Spinach• Chicken Milanese, Parmesan and Piccata,

• Eggplant Parmesan • Calamari • Lasagna and fantastic pizzaAll entrees served with soup or salad and bread.

Great variety of Italian and California Wines.

• Catering Available •

7739 North Lake Boulevard, Kings Beach, California530·546·2434 (No reservations)

Italian Food

& Spirits


The Pastime Club10096 Donner Pass Road (on Commercial Row),

Truckee, Calif.Attracting a younger crowd with live music span-ning the spectrum from reggae to punk, hip–hop to blues, rock & roll to acoustic, the Pastime Club is often the spot in the heart of historic downtown Truckee where late–night partiers end up. With $2 Pabst Blue Ribbons, music a few nights a week and many different theme parties, the oldest continually operating bar in Truckee is the only spot in town that actively encourages patrons to get up on the bar and dance. For more information call Pastime Club at (530) 582–9219.

Cottonwood RestaurantOn Rue Hilltop off Old Brockway Road, Truckee, Calif.

Located on the hill overlooking historic downtown Truckee, Cottonwood has an expansive deck which not only features great dining but live music weekly. Not necessarily a late night spot, Cottonwood is a great place to grab a good meal or a drink, catch some acoustic sounds and then head out on the town. For more information call Cottonwood at (530) 587–5711.

Trio10292 Donner Pass Road (inside the Kruger Whitehouse),

Truckee, Calif. Located inside a restored Victorian mansion in the heart of Truckee’s historic Brickelltown district, the Trio wine bar is the perfect place to sit down for a glass (or bottle) of wine with friends. Comfortable couches and lounge chairs fill the parlor and entryway, while bar stools and high tables get your closer to the action in the bar. Live music many nights each week and three or four beers on tap make Trio more than just a great place to start the evening. For more information call Trio at (530) 582-2323.

The Tourist Club10010 Donner Pass Road (on Commercial Row), Truckee, Calif.

The classic Truckee bar with the perennial offer of “Free beer tomorrow,” the Tourist Club caters primarily to Truckee locals and those who like their drinks served in a truly laid-back atmosphere. A pool table in back and great people watching from the stools in front provide entertainment, and The Tourist Club also breaks out the karaoke machine weekly for an unforgettable night of clas-sic hits sung by local wannabes. For more information call The Tourist Club at (530) 587–7775.

Bar of America10042 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, Calif.

Bar of America is centrally located in historic downtown Truckee and brings in blues, rock and jam bands from all over Northern California. Locals and visitors mix at the historic bar which usual-ly features live music at least a few times a week as well as happy hour food specials from the Pacific Crest Grill kitchen next door. For more information call Bar of America at (530) 587–3110.

INCLINE VILLAGE & CRYSTAL BAY

Rookies Sports Bar 930 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village, Nev.Rookies is located in the Raley’s shopping center in Incline Village and is Incline’s hot nightspot as

well as the best sports bar in the in the area. With dozens of TVs featuring sport-ing events from

around the world, a few pool tables, darts, video poker and a decent menu of pub food as well

as breakfast, this 24–hour spot also hosts DJs and regular karaoke to spice things up. For more information call Rookies at (775) 831–9008.

Crosby’s Grill, Pub and Casino 868 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village, Nev.Crosby’s is a laid-back alternative to the size and noise level of larger bars. Less action, but an easy-going feel. There are TVs for sports, a large circular bar with a friendly staff and local clientele. It also offers gaming options and a good pub menu. Call (775) 833-1030 for more information.

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Country Club Drive at Lakeshore Drive, Incline Village, Nev.Enjoy elegant surroundings for a night on the town at this casino, which also offers spectacular food at one of the Hyatt Lake Tahoe’s many restaurants. The lakefront Lone Eagle Grille offers gourmet cuisine, spectacular views, and often live acoustic acts in the lounge area. For a more rockin’ venue, head to Cutthroat’s Saloon which features live music week-ly. For more information, call (775) 832-1234.

Hacienda De La Sierra 931 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village, Nev.The Hacienda De La Sierra is a locals’ favorite spot for Mexican cuisine and happy hour. Set in a tropical Mexican atmosphere, the restaurant offers an upbeat bar and an affordable menu from fajitas to chimichangas. For more infor-mation, call (775) 831-8300.

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Village Pub 848 Tanager, Incline Village, Nev.The Village Pub says it boasts the best burgers in Incline Village, and on the lake for that matter. Open 24 hours, the Pub has two pool tables, two dart boards and a shuffle board table. For more information, call (775) 832-7212.

Crystal Bay Casino 14 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay, Nev.The Crystal Bay Casino features two of the premier live music venues on the North Shore. Featuring national acts ranging from jam bands, reggae, rock & roll, blues and funk, as well as regular comedy shows, the Crown Room always has some big-name band playing soon. And the more intimate Red Room has become the place for local and regional bands to showcase their sound for free in a smaller room. Add to that slot machines, table games and a sports book, and you’ve got plenty of entertainment options every night of the week. For more information call the Crystal Bay Club at (775) 833–6333.

Tahoe Biltmore Lodge and Casino 5 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay, Nev.Located in Crystal Bay, The Biltmore is home to The Breeze Nightclub, which featured a state of the art sound and lighting system and live entertainment most nights of the week. Just off from the expanse of slot machines and table games, the Breeze plays host to special shows, concerts, sporting events and DJs. Also keep an eye out for bigger concerts in the Biltmore’s upstairs conference room — anything from old blues legends to up-and-coming jam bands. For more information call The Tahoe Biltmore

at (775) 831–0660 or 1–800–BILTMORE.

Cal Neva Lodge & Casino 2 Stateline Road, Crystal Bay, Nev.The famous Circle Bar inside the Cal Neva hosts guests from all over the world who come to view the spectacular Crystal Dome that contains over 7,000 pieces of hand-cut German crystal. Pair that with local acts performing live music and an inti-mate casino floor just outside and you’ve got a great spot to start the evening.

Also look out for bigger shows coming to the historic Frank Sinatra Celebrity Showroom on the other side of the casino as the management looks to recreate the glory days when Sinatra and his friends were regular performers at this classic Tahoe resort. For more information, call (800) 233-5551.

SOUTH SHORE

Harrah’s Lake TahoeStateline, Nev. 800-HARRAHS

The South Shore Room has had the nation’s best performers on its stage since 1959. The weekend shows generally begin at 7:30 p.m.Vex: The South Shore Room is converted to a nightclub at 10:30 p.m. This is a young, hip crowd. Must be 21.Center State: Arthur “Arty the Party” Hervey entertains Fridays and Saturdays in to the morning hours on the casino floor.

Harvey’s Resort and CasinoStateline, Nev. 775-588-2411

Cabo Wabo Cantina’s: Nicknamed “Cabo Tahoe,” it is one of three cantinas started by Sammy Hagar, who sometimes makes a sur-prise appearance. Live music every night.Hard Rock Cafe: Restaurant has music for special events.Tahoe Live Stage: Fridays and Saturdays with Jesse Kalin and Cool Black Kettle.

Horizon Casino ResortStateline, Nev. 800-648-3322

Golden Cabaret: Intimate room offers Carnival Cabaret, the lon-gest continuous running show at the lake starring female imper-sonators. Other shows will be booked for the room.Aspen Lounge: DJ Dan on the casino floor.Convention Center: Occasional concerts.

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Lakeside Inn and Casino168 Highway 50, Stateline, Nev.,

775-588-7777Karaoke on Wednesdays and Fridays, and special event.

MontBleu Casino Resort and SpaStateline, Nev. 888-829-7630

MontBleu Theatre: Major national touring rock, reggae and hip-hop performers frequent the historic venue. Formerly Caesars Tahoe, it is the largest venue at the lake.Blu Nightclub: Doors open at 10 p.m. Live music most nights. Touring and local bands and DJs.Opal Ultra Lounge: Upscale club with music, body paining and special guests and events.

American Legion Post 7952747 Young St., South Lake Tahoe, 530-541-8788

Local acts, including the Cash Only Band.

The Beacon1900 Jameson Beach Road, 530-541-0630

Rum Runners on the beach enhance the sound & ambiance.

Cilantro Cantina and Grill195 Highway 50, 775-588-9700

Weekend dinner music, including Marin and Vargas.

The Divided Sky3200 Highway 50, Meyers, 530-577-0775

Snowboarders enjoy the vibe on the second story.

Flight Deck BarLake Tahoe Airport, 1901 Airport Road, 530-542-3325

Longtime venue has new ownership.

Fox & Hound237 Tramway, Stateline, 775-588-8887

Next to Heavenly on the Nevada side.

The Fresh Ketch2435 Venice Drive, Tahoe Keys Marina, 530-541-5683

Classic locals’ restaurant with weekend music.

McP’s Pub Tahoe 4093 Lake Tahoe Blvd.; (530) 542-4435Short walk from Casino Corridor with live music five nights a week.

Mo’s Place 3600 Lake Tahoe Blvd. 530-542-1095New ownership in the Bijou area.

Murphy’s Irish Pub Inside Rockwater Restaurant, 787 Emerald Bay Road, 530-544-8004North of the “Y” intersection on Highway 89, check out the Soul Experience and Sean Cummings Celtic Jam.

Riva Grill 900 Ski Run Blvd., Suite 3, 530-542-2600Jackie Dauzat is a longtime favorite. Venue right on the lake.

Rojos Tavern 3091 Harrison Ave., 530-541-4960If the walls could talk ... Lots of history in the downstairs Cavern.

The Tudor Pub/Dory’s Oar 1041 Freemont Ave., 530-541-6603Intimate and classy.

Whiskey Dick’s Saloon 2660 Lake Tahoe Blvd.; 530-544-3425Sierra Tract neighborhood bar with punk, hip-hop, DJs and rock.

...and there’s sure to be much more musical entertainment to be scheduled throughout the winter. Visit Tahoe.com for current listings of concerts, special performances and other events in the area.

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He made an exception for Carlee Knight.

It took hearing just two notes for Sleight to have an epiphany.

“Do you live here?” he asked Knight who recently relocated from Los Angeles.

Sleight followed with, “Do you want to work?”Soon thereafter, the Tuesday night duo of Sleight and

Trey Stone became a trio called the Soul Experience.“Carlee has a very special voice,” Sleight said. “Her pitch

is amazing. Normally when you work with a singer it will take quite a few takes to get through a tune. She does it in one take.

“She has amazing range too. Her intonation is spot on. For a white girl she can sing the rhythm and blues.”

Sleight and Stone played Tuesdays at the Fresh Ketch for seven years before moving this summer to Murphy’s Irish Pub & Rockwater Restaurant in South Lake Tahoe.

“Rocky has always been pretty much my musical mentor here in town,” Stone said. “I’ve learned so much from him playing the different genres that we do. He’s actually taken me to school on a lot of stuff.”

Soul Experience plays a variety of sounds: funk, jazz and rhythm and blues.

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...from page 62Knight has sung professionally since she was 15 years old.

Her band in 2005 spent six weeks at the Ravi Shankar Institute of Music and Performing Arts in India. She performed in front of 7,000 people with the sitar player who recorded with The Beatles.

She lived in Los Angeles seven years but welcomed her hus-band’s idea to move to Tahoe.

“There’s something to be said for being a bigger fish in a smaller pond,” Knight said. “Every musician I met was also either a waitress or a bartender.”

Knight has written more than 50 songs which are being worked out in the studio with Stone and Sleight. A Soul Experience album is in the works. In the meantime, the band plays several nights a week throughout the Tahoe-Reno area.

“I still can’t believe that I am able to share the same stage with Trey,” Knight said. “He’s so funky. My favorite kind of music is the funk, and Trey’s just dripping with it.”

Stone has an impressive background. He won a Grammy for his production work on a Keith Washington album, was the Soul Train Producer of the Year in 1986 and was once a member of Tower

of Power. He recorded soundtracks for the mov-ies “Car Wash” and “Which Way is Up.” His trio, the Trey Stone Band, allows the gui-tarist to emu-late his heroes Jeff Beck and Jimi Hendrix. And he has a soul program from 3-5 p.m. Sundays on KTHO.

Stone moved to Tahoe in 1994 when he was part of an ongo-ing show at Caesars Tahoe. He sat in with the Rocky Sleight Quartet at the Lookout nightclub in the Lake Tahoe Airport, beginning a longtime musical relationship.

Stone had a stroke a year and a half ago, which temporarily left him paralyzed on one side and without a voice.

“I feel that I’m back strong and I’ve got a lust for life,” he said. “I’m really focusing on my health and my playing. I’ve got to leave some kind of mark.”

Sleight is from San Diego. He moved to Tahoe just before the infamous winter of 1981-82. He recalls the town being com-pletely shut down for a week. But the avid skier was undaunt-ed.

Knight enjoys playing with him.“He’s kind of like a wizard,” she said. “He’s the one who puts

together all of our sequences. He’s the one doing all bass, the drums, the strings the keyboards. He’s amazing at what he does. He’s one of best keyboard players I’ve ever heard in my life.”

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“A successful musician plays from the heart,” says Julian Martin, who with Dan Vargas recorded a most heartfelt album.

“La Viña” was released by the nuevo flamenco duo late last summer, and Martin and Vargas are set for another winter season performing at Lake Tahoe restaurants including Dory’s Oar in South Lake Tahoe, ski resorts and the Mark Twain Cultural Center.

Guitarists Martin and Vargas are the yin and yang of nuevo flamenco.

Classically trained, Vargas is mellow and an aficionado of Spanish and bossa nova, while Martin, a former heavy metal band member, plays by ear and can be intense.

“The evolution of Martin and Vargas has just been tremen-dous in the last three years,” said “La Viña” engineer Bruce Brown. “It seems like they write a song every time they get together. They are always thinking of how they can better themselves.”

Vargas strums rhythms and Martin fingers the leads.

“It’s a nice chill album,” said Tarius Macara, who played djembe drum on some of the tracks. “It’s great if you are hav-ing a relaxing evening with a glass of wine. It’s a nice ride. It’s a mellow ride but it’s a nice roller coaster.”

Jonathan Sills plays cello and Scotty Johnson added per-cussion. South Shore’s Shelley Hocknell-Zentner painted the cover art.

Brown’s mantra during the recording was “Less is more.” “I can phrase my parts and not play as much and let Dan’s

melodies breathe,” Martin said. Macara agreed, explaining his contribution. “There was a minimalist approach in the end mix,” he

said. “I turned the wheel that needed to be turned but not to overpower what was going on with what Dan and Julian were doing.”

Brown, a former Tahoe resident living in Alturas, Calif., says he’s worked “with everybody from Roy Clark to Steely Dan.” He’s engineered albums for Johnny “V” Vernazza, the Chambers Brothers and Paul Revere and the Raiders.

“There are a lot of subtleties,” Martin said. “We wanted to keep it pure and warm, not tinny. (Brown) was the right cat to record us. He captured the purity of the sounds.”

LA VIÑA OFFERS ETHEREAL BLEND OF STRINGSMartin and Vargas perform nuevo flamenco around the lake

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Each instrument was recorded separately. During one of the sessions Vargas’ breathing was audible. Brown’s solution was to duct tape wire around his nose.

“The next day he came in with snore strips because he didn’t want to get duct-taped again,” Martin laughed.

All eight tracks are originals, and Martin said there is enough mate-rial already written for two more albums.

“They have a knack for writing a lot of original music and that’s a huge posi-tive because if you put in any time in the music business you get sick of playing other people’s music,” Macara said. “You need to be creating your own music. That’s really where music is at. The last time I sat in with them they wrote an original just messing around. They seem to have a nice interaction together.

“Every time I see them they seem to be having a good time, and that’s the bottom line right there. If you’re having fun, the audience gets that. They pick up on that vibe and that makes all the difference. They’re putting out a lot of positive energy.”

Zan Barker, owner of Lakeside Beach Grill where Martin and

Vargas play Fridays during the summer, agreed: “Those guys really set themselves on fire. If the tables were any stronger, people would dance on them.”

Nuevo flamenco began with Germany’s Ottmar Liebert. It’s a combination of Spanish classical, traditional flamenco and bossa nova.

Traditional flamenco is Middle Eastern scales on the Spanish classical guitar melded with Moroccan percussion. Bossa nova comes from Brazil and is a mixture of samba and bebop jazz.

Martin cringed at the thought of compar-ing nuevo flamenco music to heavy metal, but

admitted the two sounds employ similar modes and scales.

The duo met six years ago at Gardnerville’s Rancho del Grande, where Vargas was performing solo. Martin took note of Vargas’ unusual technique, which reminded him of flamen-co player Paco Delucîa. Martin asked if he could play a song during a break. When he covered Spanish classical guitarist Francisco Tarrega, Vargas was intrigued.

“We decided to have a practice jam together,” Vargas said. “After a while, we looked at each other and knew we had something.”

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Daron RahlvesLocal boy still loves to ski


By Sylas WrightTahoe Magazine

For Olympic

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Magazine conducted

a Q-and-A with the

Truckee freestyle skier:

Tahoe Magazine: You said last winter that you were done competing in the Olympics. If not pursu-ing another Olympic berth, what are you going to do now to stay busy during the winter?

Daron: Lots of ski-ing! “Explore more of the Tahoe area. Film with TGR and Warren Miller Entertainment. Compete in The Daron Rahlves Tahoe

Banzai Series. Test and improve Atomic


skis and boots. Work with the Sugar Bowl Ski Team and Academy. Have a ski-ing World Record in mind to try and set. Might com-pete at X Games in Skier X and a Freeride World Tour stop. Promote my spon-sors — Red Bull, Atomic, Spyder, Oakley, Giro, Swix and Sugar Bowl. Overall, spread the passion for ski-ing and continue to chal-lenge myself.”

Tahoe Magazine: Do you think you’ll ever be able to make it through a winter without racing down a mountain in some form?

Daron: “I’ll always be racing down the moun-tain. I’ll jump into GS and SG courses to train with the Sugar Bowl Ski Team, flash lines freeskiing and bomb down the moun-tain in The Daron Rahlves Tahoe Banzai Series. The success we’ve had with

The Silver Belt Banzai at Sugar Bowl has made me interested in turning it into a Tahoe Series. It’s a little early to officially announce it, but it looks good.”

Tahoe Magazine: Have you ever considered coaching ski racing?

Daron: “I’ve been helping out at a number of levels in the racing world and will continue to do so, especially with the Sugar Bowl program. First, I hope to inspire anyone who has a passion to race and compete. I support those who really want it. I help out some of the guys on the USST, local rippers and take part in a few camps focused on racing. Spyder’s Speedfreaks Team is back in action, and I’ll be working with top skiers in that program, too.”

Tahoe Magazine: How old are your kids now, and are we going to see them carrying on your ski racing legacy in the Truckee-Tahoe area?

Daron: “Miley and Dreyson are 3. They will be exposed to everything in skiing and I’ll support whatever they choose to do. Drey already asks to go fast in whatever he does and Miley is competitive with her brother. She likes to lead and ride her bike faster than him. Speed is in their genes.”

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SPOTLIGHT Tahoe’s Founders

The Washoe people didn’t arrive here — they were here from the beginning

Story & photos by Amy EdgettTahoe Magazine

WA SHE SHU (THE PEOPLE)Wa She Shu was a word that originally

meant “one person,” but today refers to

the whole tribe. Washoe, or Washo, are an

ancient tribe who value the spiritual and

natural resources where they traditionally

lived in harmony with the land: The Wel

mel ti in the northern Sierra Valley, Truckee-

Donner and Washoe Valley; the Pau wa lu in

the Carson Valley to the east; and the Hung

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Markleeville.

Library of Congress photo of Washoe

Indians - The Chief’s Family - Valley of Lake

Tahoe by Charles Leander Weed,

1863. Lawrence & Houseworth’s

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These three Washoe groups gathered in summer at Da ow (Lake Tahoe), the nuclear area, where they “blessed the water and themselves, because they had come to a sacred place.

*The crystalline waters of Lake Tahoe are “life sustaining water, the center of the Washo world” that breathed life into the land, the plants, the fish, the birds, the ani-mals and the people around it.”*

Tradition has it the Washoe peoples did not travel from another area: They were here in the beginning, as is indicated by geographical features named in legend, including each stream, lake or prominent feature such as Cave Rock, where mischievous water babies are reputed to dwell.

* Interview with Amy James, Washo, Reno-Sparks Indian colony, Oct. 23, 1975 from “A Washoe Tribal History, Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada,” copyright 1976.

Lake Tahoe and the surrounding geographical area provided diverse resources of foods, such as fish and rabbit — which were eaten roasted or dried for storage — wild mustard, sweet potatoes, Tule roots, turnips, choke cherries, wild rose tea, wild onions and more. The Washoe people’s distinct culture features a life intertwined with the land, age-old legends and gifted basketry.

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Basket making was an important facet of Washoe life, with a variety of uses including seed gathering, winnowing and watertight baskets. These exam-ples are part of the Marion Steinbach Indian Basket Museum exhibit at the Gatekeeper’s Museum in Tahoe City.


... from previous pageArchaeologists determined the Washoe people were making

twined baskets in the Western Great Basin for more than 9,000 years. Some baskets sewn on a three-rod coiled foundation that hold water and are used for cooking date back to 4,000 years ago.

The Gatekeeper’s Museum in Tahoe City, open from May - September and weekends (weather permitting October - April) offers the stunning Marion Steinbach Indian Basket Museum collection. Visit www.gatekeepersmuseum.com or call (530) 583-1762 for information. For information about the Washoe Tribe, visit www.washoetribe.us.

TODAY’S WASHOEWith the influx of immigrants in the 1840s to traditional

Washoe homelands, the native, peaceful people were driven away and prohibited from returning. The sacred summer grounds suffered, especially Meeks meadow, where weavers had tended the bracken fern root integral to the basket weaving tra-dition. Years of neglect resulted in twisted, skinny roots. In 1996, a woman wove bracken fern root collected from the Lake Tahoe Basin for the first time in 50 years.

The Washoe

Ed Porras, left, manages Meeks Bay Resort, where a large percentage of employees are Washoe. Rueben Vasquez, Nevada/California Washoe tribe member, is a Douglas High School senior with plans to become a tribal leader. He con-siders himself a “community guy” who likes to give back. Future plans include a business degree and Native American political science studies, preferably in Washington state at Northwest Indian College.

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When Lake Tahoe was becoming known as a nation-al treasure, the inter-dependence between the Sierra crown jewel and the Washoe people was recognized. In 1997, during the initial Lake Tahoe Presidential forum, attended by President Clinton, Vice President Gore, the Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture, the Administrator of EPA, representatives of California and Nevada governments and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, leaders of the Tahoe community and Washoe elders met on Lake Tahoe’s shores. Presidential Executive Order No. 13057 was the result, creating a partnership which will “encourage the development of appropriate public, private, and tribal partnerships for the restoration and management of the Lake Tahoe ecosystem and the health of the local economy.”

Since, the Washoe Tribe Lake Tahoe Act (Public Law 108-67) directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey 24.3 acres near Skunk Harbor at Lake Tahoe in trust for the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California for traditional and customary uses. A competitive bid process awarded a special use permit operated under the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit on National Forest Lands (from 1998 - 2019) to the tribe for opera-tion of Meeks Bay Resort and Marina on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. LTBMU also issues a 30-year spe-cial use permit to the Washoe Tribe for the traditional use and care of plants in Meeks Creek Meadow, and will assist the tribe in re-establishing a commercial and economic presence in the basin.

The Wa She Shu It Deh Festival is sponsored by the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, held annually at South Shore’s Valhalla Grand Hall in summer. Visit www.tahoeculture.com for information. Meeks Bay Resort offers a protected cove of white sand beach, azure shallow water, bike trails, RV, tent camping and day use. Visit meeksbayresort.com.


Aquamarine water and a sheltered white sand cove make Meeks Bay Resort and Marina a breathtaking family camp or beach day. Meeks Creek runs through a verdant meadow and into Lake Tahoe here; an ancestral summer spot for the Washoe Tribe; now a marina with moors; paddle board and boat rentals. The tribe operates the resort through a special use permit.

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CAMPING WITH THE WASHOEFamilies of the Washoe people were five to as large as

12 members: Parents, siblings and children and non-blood relations. A core group, they worked together and were distinguished by who lived together in a house.

The summer house, or adu, was made of plentiful materials, for instance willow on a river bank. In winter, food stored from summer and fall har-vest, which culminated with the gathering of pine nuts and acorns was eaten.

Families lived in the galis dungal, or win-ter home, a consid-erable task to build. The structures were conical shaped, with a frame of bark, poles and brush. The house had a center fire pit of stones, with a hole in the center of the roof to allow smoke to escape. The door was placed at the east, to capture the rising sunlight. Family groups camped next to each other, often by natural hot springs that abound the Sierra.

Legends and skills were passed down generation to generation around winter fires. Tools for hunting and fishing were repaired and baskets were woven during the cold winter months.

HOW DID THEY DEAL WITH THE SNOW?The Washoe culture is intrinsically tied to the land.

After a summer of fishing with baskets and spears, hunt-ing rabbit and mountain quail and gathering for the culminating harvest celebration to dance and sing and thank the Maker, the tribe dispersed to winter at lower elevations. Pine nuts and acorns were stored in a variety of places, including caves, rocks and grass or stoned-lined pits.

The Washoe consumed dried meat that was ground and added to nut and seed flour made into a soup or much, as little food could be gathered. Territories were marked by the Pine Nut and Virginia ridges in the east, the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada in the west and Honey Lake and the Sonora Pass in the South.

Although the tribe wintered in lower elevations, the season was still harsh. Piles of wood were stacked taller than the dwelling. They wore buckskin clothing and moccasins. Rabbit pelts were cut and dried in summer, then sewn together to make large blankets that doubled as bedding and coats.

The bark frame of a Washoe winter home, or galis dungal, is part of cultural heritage displays at Meeks Bay Resort on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore. The ancestral land is now operated by the Wahoe Tribe by a special use permit under the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, USDA Forest Service.

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Five-year-old Arthur Jenkins, a delighted visitor from Louisiana practices dropping cooking stones into a Washoe basket. A Gatekeeper’s Museum display demonstrated how the Washoe used hot stones to cook food in watertight baskets.

The Washoe wove several types of baskets with mate-rials they had coiled and stored. Some baskets were tightly woven for cooking and holding water. Loosely woven baskets were used to

sift seeds. The Washoe even wove baby bas-kets. Each basket maker wove designs, some passed from genera-tion to generation, while

some were unique to the basket maker. Soaked fern root and darker red bud was used to create these patterns during the long winter months.

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HISTORY Lake Tahoe

Story by Matthew Renda and Adam JensenTahoe Magazine

Known primarily as a spectacular resort destination, Lake Tahoe has not always served to satisfy the appetites of tourists hungry for diverse recreational experiences in a

stunningly scenic setting.

Before John C. Fremont — one of the great early American explorers who earned the moniker “The Pathfinder” — arrived on the shores of Lake Tahoe in 1844, becoming the first man of European descent to view the azure waters surrounded by a panorama of jagged mountain peaks, the Washoe tribe spent centuries along the shores, using the natural resources to sustain their society while associating the lake with all things spiritual and sacred.

After Fremont moved on from Tahoe, the subsequent few years remained quiet until gold was discovered in the South Fork of the American River in 1848. The California Gold Rush

of 1849 ensued, but most pioneers skirted the Lake Tahoe Basin on their way to the Sierra Nevada foothills on the California side.

Ten years later, the Comstock Lode, a huge silver deposit, was discovered in Virginia City, Nev. — 15 miles east of the lake — and European civilization began to make an impact on the basin.

From 1858 until 1890, timber in the basin supplied the wood necessary to bolster the underground mining operations at the Comstock Lode and surrounding areas. Much of the original forest was eradicated in rampant logging operations.

In 1864, with the American Civil War raging in the eastern portion of the country, Tahoe City was founded as a vacation community for the wealthy citizens of Virginia City, which created a new role for the lake and surrounding environs — a recreational resort destination.


Long before developers began to shape Lake Tahoe, nature’s unstoppable elements had their way

In 1969, at the height of frenzied develop-ment in the basin, the Tahoe Regional Planning

Agency was formed to protect the lake from becoming over developed.


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As widespread appreciation of the lake grew, vacation homes began to crop up in the first half of the 20th century, paving the way for the future of the region as a premiere recreational destination.

The state of Nevada began erecting casinos in the mid-1950s. Construction workers completed the interstate high-way links around the basin in the lead up to the 1960 Winter Olympics held at Squaw Valley.

The Olympic Games are often viewed as a bellwether event in the history of the basin, as an enormous amount of lodg-ing development occurred prior to and after the games.

Due to the national and international attention directed to the region as a direct result of the 1960 Olympic Games, the Lake Tahoe Basin became a desirable location for full-time residency, and the full-time population exploded from 10,000 to 50,000 from 1960 to 1980.

That 20-year duration represents a period of robust development, as private residences were constructed at a fever-ish pace and businesses small, medium and large were formed in response to the demands of an increased population base.

In 1969, at the height of frenzied devel-opment in the basin, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency was formed as a bi-state compact between California and Nevada, ratified by U.S. Congress.

The TRPA’s compact mandated the agency to curtail growth through land use policies and planning regulations in an attempt to protect the ecology of the lake and its surrounding watershed.

Recently, the TRPA has shifted its focus from preventing development, to advo-cating for redevelopment, saying the bulk of pollution which compromises the lake derives from the deteriorating built environment erected in the 1960s.

TRPA has formulated an Environmental Improvement Program, which aims to provide incentives for businesses and residents to redevelop properties into a more environ-mentally sustainable model, which, in turn, will reduce pol-lutants that reach the lake and reverse the decline in lake clarity.

While TRPA policies have induced a mixture of outrage and agreement from basin residents since the agency’s incep-tion, most residents and visitors agree development needs to be managed at some level so generations to come may look upon a pristine natural setting which resembles the one Fremont viewed about 160 years ago.

Long before Fremont stepped foot here, nature was violently omnipresent

Few places in the world can inspire a sense of serenity like Lake Tahoe.

But the feelings of peace encouraged by North America’s largest alpine lake likely owe their existence to a violent past.

Earthquakes helped shaped the Lake Tahoe Basin by rais-ing the Sierra Nevada mountains to Lake Tahoe’s west and the Carson Range to the lake’s east about 5 million years ago, according to Sierra College’s online museum.

Following the quakes, the land between the mountain ranges collapsed and filled with water to create the lake, according to the museum.

And the shaking may not be over just yet.

Scientists have identified three major fault zones running underneath the lake, West Tahoe-Dollar Point, Stateline-North Tahoe and Incline Village.

Studies published in April 2009 by researchers at Scripps Institution of Oceanography suggest a magnitude-7 earthquake occurs in the basin every 2,000 to 3,000 years.

Such a large earthquake has the potential to produce waves up to 33 feet high, according to separate stud-ies by researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno.

But researchers warn against reading too much into the findings.

They estimate there is a 3 to 4 per-cent chance of a magnitude-7 earth-quake occurring under Lake Tahoe in

the next 50 years.

Long after the earth stopped shaking, it was the volcano’s turn

If earthquakes built the bathtub that became the Lake Tahoe Basin, volcanoes created the plug.

About two million years ago, several volcanoes were active around the basin, including Mount Pluto, which is now the top of Northstar-at-Tahoe ski resort, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

The volcanoes sent lava and volcanic mud into the north-ern outlet of the basin, blocking what was once a steep-sided valley.

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Truckee River (at Tahoe City) flows over the blocked outlet.

It has been estimated it would take 700 years for Lake Tahoe to re-fill if it was drained of all its water. If Lake Tahoe were tipped over, it has enough water to cover the entire state of California 1.22 feet deep, or cover the state of Nevada to a depth of 1.72 feet, according to the Truckee Meadows Water Authority.

Remnants of other volcanoes can also be found in the basin.

Cave Rock and Shakespeare Point, on Lake Tahoe’s southeast shore, are examples of volcanic plugs (where lava solidifies in the tube of an extinct vol-cano and the surrounding rock erodes away) that can be seen from U.S. Highway 50, according to the Forest Service. The fault line that runs through Incline Village is right below the old K-2 school on

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BUSINESS Spotlight

That’s heli-awesome, broFor the first time ever, a local business is offeringfull-scale helicopter skiing and snowboarding operations to the Truckee/Tahoe area

Powder: Tahoe’s white gold. It’s what drives

winter alarm clocks, what sends skiers into a morning

freeze, out of warmed cars, into whited parking lots,

hands numb, fingers clasping at ski and pole, filing into

the resorts and lift lines, waiting, anticipating, calculat-

ing the rush and madness of the first virgin run.

It’s an experience Tahoe resident Dave Rintala loves

and questions.

“The thing that I like to think about is that when skiing

was first originated and birthed, it was about powdered

snow,” said Rintala.

By Jason ShuehTahoe Magazine


That vision changed, he said, after skiing ignited and exploded into what is today, a multi-million dollar mega industry. It changed when the lift lines began extending into parking lots and the lumbering rumble of grooming machines echoed into the pines.

Unopposed to progression, Rintala said he understands the need for lifts and grooming in modern resorts but has always hungered for another way, the alternate route beyond the crowds and into the powder.

It’s a desire that led him to create Pacific Crest Snowcats, a snowcat ski touring company based in Tahoe City — and new for this upcoming season, Tahoe/Truckee’s first helicopter skiing operation, Pacific Crest Heli-Guides.

Rintala said the business — which will operate out out of Truckee Tahoe Airport — will allow skiers and snowboarders to traverse 100,000 acres of remote terrain along the Sierra crest between Interstate 80 and the Sierra

Butte. It’s a spacious playground considering the skiable acreage of Tahoe’s 14 ski resorts totals just fewer than 25,000 acres. With an expected season of Dec. 15 to April 15, Rintala said he anticipates 200 to 260 hours of helicopter time, with 16 guests per day, one guide every four skiers

“I really feel that it’s helping the Tahoe area to truly develop into a world-class operation,” he said.

As Rintala sees it, the region has almost every variety of skiing amenity except for heli-skiing. The addition, he

said, will fill a gap in the region and be yet another draw for ski tourism.

Yet putting powder at your finger tips comes with a price — $899 per person to be exact, a day trip price large enough to separate the mere recreationalists from the seasoned diehards.


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Despite the hefty cost, Rintala said it is comparable for most heli-skiing operations in the country, and brings with it a ski-ing experience equally compa-rable with its price tag.

More than just a day of great skiing and laughs, Rintala said his clients will be making an invest-ment in skiing technique and ski-ing education, as guides will be instructing on topics such as res-cue techniques, snow structure and team building throughout the tour.

“What they go home with is a greater level of confidence and

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greater knowledge of their surroundings,” Rintala said.

When tours get under way, Rintala said he intends to be respectful of other backcountry skiers and animal wild-life, moving locations as needed to preserve snow condi-tions and reduce encroachment on backcountry skiers who’ve hiked great distances for similar powder condi-tions.

“The investment in sweat to get to an area is worth far more than the investment of jet fuel,” Rintala said.

This past winter Tahoe boasted more than 600 inches of snow. Asked about this year’s winter conditions, Rintala said he is hoping for the best but is prepared for whatever comes, feast or famine.

The skiing will even be possible during storm cycles when flying conditions are less than optimal or even grounding. To guarantee clients full days of skiing, the company has linked helicopter operations to its snowcat operations.

“I’m expecting the winter to be early, strong and long — but if you ask any of my friends they’ll tell you that’s what I always say,” Rintala said laughing.

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SPECIAL EVENTS Spotlight

The annual SnowFest! festival posi-tively impacts the North Lake Tahoe economy to the tune of seven fig-

ures, according to a recent financial study.

Ruth Schnabel — executive director of SnowFest! — said the festival is instrumen-tal in attracting visitors in early March, typically a time when local businesses see a drop-off in tourist activity.

Schnabel points to a trickle-down effect, detailed in a recent economic report performed by Birchhill Enterprises, designed to assess the economic impact of SnowFest!

“The best way to explain it is like this: imagine visitors spend $10,000 at local businesses,” Schnabel said. “Well, those businesses will use that money to do laun-dry, which helps the Laundromat. The owner of the Laundromat then spends his revenue on a nice meal at a local restau-rant. The money circulates through the community many times.”

Schnabel is focused on promoting the positive economic impact of the festival as donations necessary to promote the event have dwindled in recent years.

“In 1989, community members donated $16,000,” said Schnabel. “In 2010, com-munity members donated $6,000. I’m con-cerned the community takes the festival for granted. Hopefully, by demonstrating the economic impact, the community will get behind the event again.”

Organizations or individuals can donate anywhere from $25 to 2,500. Visit www.tahoesnowfestival.com for details.

SNOWFEST AS THIS ANNUAL WINTER FEST EMBARKS ON ITS 30TH YEAR, IT’S NO SECRET IT MAKES A TON OF MONEY FOR NORTH LAKE TAHOEBy Matthew Renda Tahoe Magazine


SNOWFEST BY THE NUMBERSThe following is data derived from a study conducted by

Birchhill Enterprises analyzing the economic impact of SnowFest! 2010 on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe:

• Visitor spending: $1,365,458

• Visitor spending with industry established

Universal Multiplier*: $2,048,187

• Local spending: $927,645

• Local spending with Universal Multiplier:

$1,391,468

• Total sales tax dollars generated for the State of California based on 8.25 percent sales tax:

$150,509

• Visitor spending per day: $91.77

• Local spending per day: $30.96

*The Universal Multiplier multiplies a number by 1.5 to

account for business-to-business transactions following the

actual event, which occurs as a result of available revenue.

ATTENTION NORTH LAKE TAHOE LOCALS!

We want your SnowFest! memories from the past 30 years!SnowFest! is a 10-day celebration of the High Sierra lifestyle

that takes place in early March in North Lake Tahoe/Truckee.The festival consists of about 60 events including a torchlight

parade, fireworks and laser show, two street parades and other activities such as snow sculpting, human bowling, a luau, Mardi Gras party, a dog pull, ski races and a polar bear swim.

The 2011 version will be the 30th annual edition. The Sierra Sun newspaper, in partnership with SnowFest!, is compiling information for a commemorative 30-year anniversary special edition to publish prior to the event next March.

In the true essence of this being a community project, SnowFest! and Sierra Sun are looking for community submissions to fill the anniversary edition’s many pages.

Locals are encouraged to submit photos, stories, testimonials and other commemorative materials via e-mail to Sierra Sun Managing Editor Kevin MacMillan at [email protected], in person at the Sun’s offices in Truckee (12315 Deerfield Drive) or Tahoe City (3090 North Lake Blvd.) or in person at the SnowFest! offices at 531 North Lake Blvd. in Tahoe City.

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GEOTOURISM Spotlight

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By Nicole DeJongheSpecial to Tahoe Magazine

The Sierra Business Council and the Sierra Nevada Conservancy are excited to share an initiative, in partnership with The National Geographic

Society, to connect visitors and residents to the unique character of the Sierra Nevada.

Geotourism, the latest innovation in the tourism industry, guides visitors through experiences that con-nect them to the land and the people of a region. The new Sierra Nevada Geotourism MapGuide is unlike any other map created by National Geographic. It is being collaboratively created by locals — those who know and steward the region — and highlights assets and places in a community that demonstrate the authentic, unique and sustaining parts of a community.

This MapGuide doesn’t drop you in “Anywhere, USA.” It’s a living, breathing representation of the plac-es visitors can go, identified by locals, where they won’t love the Sierra to death. “It’s a big threat up here, both in terms of environmental and economic impacts,” DeJonghe said. “Tourism is a big engine here in Tahoe and the surrounding area, and we think that engine has tremendous merit. The new National Geographic map serves as the go-to resource for sustainable tour-ism.”

A surge of visitors have begun looking for authentic experiences which leads to prosperity in the Sierra Nevada in more ways than one. It’s about more than

what you might find in a Google search. By seeing the region through a local lens, the traveler becomes the region’s advocate, champion and ambassa-dor to the outside world. It’s not just about business pros-pering, it’s about the region and its people prospering through col-lective action to maintain authenticity.

To achieve the best portal — and build this cadre of champions — residents nominate Sierra dis-tinctive hot spots to connect visitors with the culture of their destination. Nominations in the Tahoe Basin and surrounding areas have included Granlibakken Conference Center and Lodge, The Pour House Wine Shop in Truckee, Alpen Sierra Coffee Roasting Company, Borges Sleigh Rides and Genoa House Bed & Breakfast on Route 395.

If you haven’t taken a peek at the new site, we’re up and running at www.SierraNevadaGeotourism.org. There you can plan your authentic traveling experi-ence, or better yet, contribute to building the map featuring destinations and activities that you can’t find anywhere else but in the Sierra Nevada.

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PEOPLE Spotlight

Errol Kerrthe local, Jamaican hero

“It took a little

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bad … ”— Errol Kerr

By Sylas WrightTahoe Magazine

Kerr, representing Jamaica, finished ninth in the world in ski cross at the Vancouver Olympics — and he’s determined to improve. Tahoe Magazine conducted a Q-and-A with the Truckee native:

Tahoe Magazine: You represented your father’s home-land at the 2010 Olympic Games as Jamaica’s team of one. What were some of the highlights from that Olympic experi-ence?

Errol:“There’s so many to mention. To be able to be at the Olympics; to be able to know that you are among the top 30 skiers in the entire world, is tremendous in itself. And to be a part of something that is so much bigger than yourself. You are at the Winter Olympics, which I think is one of the only places on earth right now where you can have all these countries come together and be peaceful. We are all here to support one thing, and that’s great athletic achievements.”

Tahoe Magazine: You cracked the top 10 with a ninth-place finish in the debut of ski cross. I know you like to win. Were you happy with that result?

Errol: “Was I happy with getting ninth place? I think that is a really hard one. You train your best to go there and win. When you don’t win, you feel like you disappointed yourself, you disappointed everything. It took a little bit of time to step back and realize that ninth place isn’t really all that bad. … In hind-sight, I am very happy with it. As it was going on, I was very disappointed for not winning.”


Tahoe Magazine: Do you get recognized in public more often since the Olympics?

Errol: “I guess that would be a yes and no question. I would say, no, not really. As far as among people that have been in my town, or that have known of me a little bit, I get recognized a lot more. But in just the wide-open public place with complete strangers, I would say I do not get rec-ognized more.”

Tahoe Magazine: Now that you’ve been there and done that, so to speak, where do you take your skiing career from here?

Errol: “There’s only one way to take it, I mean up. Obviously, you want to do better. You want to win. If you are not going to take it further, then what is the point of even doing it? I would say, take my skiing career as far as I can take that. As in all aspects of my life, just pushing and striving to be the best person I can be every day.”

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Whether it’s Truckee, Tahoe City, Incline Village,

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Community Editor Jean Eick — have listed their

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Annual Dummy Downhill at Diamond Peak Ski Resort


TRUCKEE/NORTH SHORE

Bud Fish Tree LightingThe Bud Fish Tree Lighting Ceremony, honoring those who

have been lost to cancer, takes place downtown Truckee, usu-ally in conjunction with the first Friday in December, when all the elementary school kids from Truckee Elementary, Glenshire Elementary and Donner Trail descend on down-town. Each classroom brings hand-made ornaments and dec-orates trees put up in front of merchants’ stores. This is a fes-tive event that many locals enjoy (or mostly those with school-age youth, perhaps). The tree decorating occurs approximately 4 p.m. and the Bud Fish Tree Lighting ceremony in front of the train depot follows around 5:30 p.m. The Downtown Truckee Merchants Association hosts the tree decorating portion, and the Truckee Noon Rotary spearheads the tree lighting.

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Program Benefit. Truckee’s Community Recreation Center will host the Sierra Senior Services Annual Truckee Bingo Night and Spaghetti Dinner, a perfect evening out for the whole family, Saturday, Jan. 29. This event benefits Truckee and North Tahoe area seniors, homebound and disabled adults who rely on fresh-cooked meals, seven days a week provided by the area’s Meals on Wheels volunteers. No-host bar open

at 5 p.m. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. Enjoy a delicious Italian feast. Appetizers, dessert and coffee are included. After din-ner, bingo balls are poppin’ from 7- 9 p.m., with 10 games for $10, followed by a $10 blackout game. Raffle prizes and a silent auction keep the evening stirring with excitement. The Meals on Wheels and congregate meals programs serve more than 24,000 meals annually to Truckee and North Tahoe residents who are homebound or unable to prepare meals for themselves. In addition to providing food, Meals on Wheels volunteers provide companionship and loving care along the way. They are the “eyes, ears, and voice” for many seniors who are isolated or living away from family. Visit www.sierrase-niors.org, Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce and at the Truckee Community Recreation Center. For more information, call 550-7600.

Downtown Tree LightingEach year the community of Tahoe City bundles up for

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Photos with SantaWhere can you get the chance to meet Santa Claus and take

a family photo with the world-class scenery of Lake Tahoe as your backdrop? Tahoe City of course! Join the Tahoe City Downtown Association in Heritage Plaza on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, for an afternoon with Santa Claus. Events include photos with Santa, a community bake sale, snow play area, and dis-count holiday shopping specials throughout downtown.

SnowFest!The 30th Annual Snowfest takes place March 4-13, 2011.

Every spring since 1982, North Lake Tahoe comes alive with 10 fun-filled days and nights, jam packed with events and activi-ties for all ages. This year, the annual favorites will be back, along with a host of great new ones! On and off the mountain, at North Tahoe’s numerous resorts and vibrant lakeside neighborhoods, there is something for everyone. Enjoy on-snow events at resorts like Squaw Valley USA, Alpine Meadows, Homewood, Diamond Peak and Northstar-at-Tahoe. Participate in special events, parades, races, parties, concerts, theater and of course, plenty of wining and dining at North Lake Tahoe’s fine restaurants and lively establishments. Join in and celebrate the fun and frolic of winter! Snow conditions in early March are some of the best of the season, the sunny California days are getting longer and the nightlife is in full swing! Visit www.tahoesnowfestival.com.

Join Santa and light the Community TreeAnnual Holiday Fair and Tree Lighting Ceremony, North

Tahoe Event Center, Dec. 3, 2010, 5 p.m. Come early and get some shopping done at the Holiday Fair. More than 20 busi-nesses and non-profit organizations will be offering goodies and great gifts. Refreshments, music and lots of Holiday Cheer! Bring an unwrapped toy or food item for the Toys for Tots col-lection bucket. Sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe, North Tahoe Public Utility District, North Tahoe Event Center and the North Tahoe Business Association.

NTBA Holiday See’s Candies Store Need holiday goodies for friends, clients or employees? This

year consider a sweet gift of See’s Candies. The North Tahoe Business Association Holiday Candy store will open Nov. 22 through Dec. 23 at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturdays in December 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Joe King Poker TournamentIf you play your cards right, you could be the next mayor

of Kings Beach. The North Tahoe Business Association’s Joe King Poker Tournament is slated for March as part of 2010 SnowFest! activities. The winner of the tourney will take home the grand prize and act as honorary mayor of Kings Beach

in the Kings Beach SnowFest! parade. The event is modeled after the legend of Joe King, who reportedly won the rights to the land that is now Kings Beach in an all-night poker game in 1925. King took the winnings from that game to develop several buildings, some of which are still standing today. Participants and spectators are encouraged to dress in 1920s attire, and prizes will go to the best dressed man and woman. Attendees will also have the opportunity to compete for raffle prizes. All proceeds benefit the North Tahoe Business Association. Registration is limited, call 546-9000 or e-mail [email protected] for details or to pay by credit card. Visit the Special Events page at www.northtahoebusi-ness.org for the latest information on the tournament.

Full Moon Snowshoe HikesCalifornia State Parks rangers will be

leading full moon snowshoe hikes along Tahoe’s magical West Shore at Ed Z’Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park throughout the winter months. Hikes are sched-uled for Sunday, Jan. 16; Saturday, Feb. 19; and Saturday, March 19. Tours begin on the lake side of the park and explore the natural and cultural his-tory around the Hellman-Ehrman estate and Lake Tahoe shoreline. Few experiences compare to snowshoe-ing to the light of a full moon along

the snow-covered Tahoe shoreline. Beginner’s clinic at 6:30 p.m. sponsored by West Shore Sports. The full moon hike starts promptly at 7 p.m. and begin at the day-use side of the park. The programs last approximately 1.5 hours and costs $15 per person. The cost includes event parking and snowshoe rentals, if needed. All proceeds from the tours support the Sierra State Parks Foundation. Space is limited and reserva-tions can be made through the State Park partner, West Shore Sports at 530-525-9920. More information and an expanded schedule of the winter activities offered by California State Parks, can be found at www.parks.ca.gov under Ed Z’Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park.

Trains Slopestyle ContestHigh Fives Presents the Annual Trains Slopestyle Contest on

Saturday, April 9, hosted by High Fives Foundation, Marker Bindings, Smith Optics, Volkl Skis and Sugar Bowl Ski Resort. A truly rider-driven event, featuring top local and pro athletes mixing it up in the Switching Yard Terrain Park. Unique team-oriented format rewards creativity and style in a progressive environment. With live music and chicken wings on the grill, this is not an event to be missed. High Fives is a Tahoe-based 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation dedicated to raising money and awareness for athletes who have suffered a life-alter-ing injury while pursuing their dreams in the winter action sports community. Contact Roy Tuscany, High Fives Nonprofit Foundation, 802-522-9838 or e-mail [email protected].

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Wednesday, Dec. 1, at The Chateau in Incline Village. Cheryl Delahante and her many elves work tirelessly year after year to continue the long tradition of col-lecting toys for needy children in our area. This event begins the traditional holidays for most local residents. For weeks barrels are

placed around the village to collect new toys that can be given to local children that might not be able to receive any other toy during the holidays. But the party really begins with an official evening of celebration and merriment for all at The Chateau where the community gathers first to watch the holiday lights turn on for the first time on the outside community tree, see Santa and bring in toys for the collec-tions to begin. The party continues on during the evening for the adults with food, music and is a special way to kick off the holiday spirit.


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... from previous page Ullr FestThe Ullr Fest is Jan. 21 - Jan. 23 at

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Special Olympics Celebrity Winterfest and Plungefest

This marks the second consecutive winter this event takes place at both Diamond Peak and the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe in Incline Village. Celebrities, corporations, locals, Special Olympic athletes and visitors get into this fun weekend, March 4-5, 2011. Lots of fun on both the mountain and indoors. The weekend ends with a Plungefest into the icy waters of Lake Tahoe, and proceeds go to benefit Special Olympics Northern Nevada.

Incline Star FolliesThe entire Incline Village commu-

nity comes together to performing lip-sync song and dance routines every year with all proceeds going to the Incline Village Schools. While it’s not necessarily a winter event, it’s surely one not to miss. Shows take place April 30 and May 1, 2010, are in the historic Frank Sinatra Celebrity Showroom at the Cal-Neva Lodge.

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Community Holiday Tree and Menorah LightingJoin Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves for this annual com-

munity celebration 5-7 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Lake Tahoe Visitors Center, 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd. The event is sponsored by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority. For information, call 530-544-5050.

Holiday in HistoryThe annual event at the memorable Lake Tahoe Historical

Society Museum will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Dec. 3-4. Step back in time to celebrate a Victorian-themed holiday, complete with a Victorian-style Christmas tree, exhibits and live docent tours in the historic cabin adja-cent to the museum. Refreshments will be served. Free. The museum is at 3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd. For information, call 530-541-5458.

Festival of Trees and LightsThis multi-day, family oriented festival, now in its second

year, is set for Dec. 3-5 at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa at Stateline. The event is sponsored by the Barton Foundation,

with proceeds to benefit the Barton Community Clinic. For details, call 530-543-5614. For information, visit www.festi-valoftreeslaketahoe.org.

Barton Auxiliary Holiday FaireThe annual Barton Auxiliary Holiday Faire is set this year

for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7 in Grace Hall at St. Theresa Church, 1041 Lyons Ave. This local favorite features crafters, artists and the famous Barton Auxiliary cheese balls. The proceeds help fund the Barton Community Clinic and other health care needs in the community. For information, call 530-544-8392.


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Ride the Polar ExpressYoungsters will ride a bus to the Festival of Trees and

Lights while enjoying hot cocoa in their jammies on Dec. 5. This year, there will be two bus departures, the first at 3 p.m. and the second at 6 p.m. The bus trav-els to MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa for a reading of “The Polar Express.” For information, visit www.festi-valoftreeslaketahoe.org or call 530-541-4975.

Breakfast with SantaEnjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with Santa and

have your picture taken with the jolly fellow from 9–11 a.m. Dec. 11 at Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline. For ages 3–6. For infor-mation, call 775-586-7271.

Valhalla Holiday GalaSpend an elegant evening of champagne, hors d’ouevres,

fine wines and catered dinner while enjoying the ambiance of the historic Valhalla Grand Hall from 5:30-10:30 p.m. Dec. 4. Local musicians will play festive music while a fire roars in the 40-foot natural stone fireplace. A silent auction will be held before the evening concludes. Evening attire is recommend-

ed. Tahoe Tallac Association 2010 and 2011 members receive a discounted ticket. For information, call 530-541-4975 or visit www.valhallatahoe.com.

Tahoe SnowcialThe worlds of digital storytelling, snowsports and technol-

ogy converge Jan. 6–9 at Heavenly Mountain Resort for Tahoe Snowcial. The event unites a global community of enthusi-asts who live their passion in the snow and tell their stories online. Speakers include Dave Morin, co-founder and CEO of Path, and co-founder of Facebook Platform and Facebook Connect; Josh Williams, CEO of Gowalla; Rob Katz, CEO of Vail Resorts, and David Norton of Harrah’s Entertainment. Recording artist and entrepreneur M.C. Hammer will also appear. For information, visit www.tahoesnowcial.com.

Valentine’s Day Sweetheart RaceRace your heart out at Heavenly Mountain Resort’s annual

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In Kirkwood Mountain Resort’s biggest event of the year, the best skiers in North America will tackle the forbidden terrain of The Cirque from Feb. 24–27. Watch as some of the world’s best skiers drop off massive cliffs towering about the Devil’s Corral. For information, call 209-258-6000 or visit www.kirkwood.com.

Lake Tahoe WinterFest Gay and Lesbian Ski WeekThe Nevada Gay and Lesbian Visitor and Convention

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Pond Skimming ChampionshipWatch as skiers and snowboarders attempt to cross a 60-

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Kings BeachIn Kings Beach, enjoy the boutique stores right along the

highway and just across from the recreation area. Shopping options vary from party gifts to restaurants to adventure sporting goods. Free parking.

Incline VillageAnywhere you go in Incline,

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StatelineA number of shops and stores surround the casino

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Factory Stores at the “Y”Located at the intersection of Highway 89 and Highway

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day, 6 p.m. The Mark Twain Cultural Center will host a celebration and the old boy himself (McAvoy Layne) will hold forth on the bal-ance of the autobiography that Twain asked be with-held for 100 years after his death. Why 100 years? Because only a dead man can tell the truth. Located at The Mark Twain Cultural Center, 760 Mays Blvd., Suite 10, Incline Village. Doors open at 6 p.m., shows begin at 7 p.m. Bring your own picnic dinner. Comfortable chairs and tables provided. Tickets are $19.99 adults; $9.99 students. Call 775-831-2820 or visit www.ghostoftwain.com.

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as the official community tree is lighted, then join with neighbors and friends inside. The kick-off party is from 6 - 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, at The Chateau in Incline Village.

Dec. 2Tree lighting and holiday con-

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Dec. 18Toccata Tahoe Symphony Orchestra

and Chorus kicks off its 2010-11 Winter MusicFest with a program featuring selec-tions from Handel’s Messiah along with many holiday favor-ites at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Incline Village. Tickets are $35 preferred, $20 adults, $15 seniors, $5 students with children under 12 free. Tickets may be purchased at the door or at toccatatahoe.com.

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Dec. 23 - Dec. 25Santa appears on the slopes of Diamond Peak Ski Resort in

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Dec. 29Family Science Day at Sierra Nevada College in the Tahoe

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Jan. 10 - 14Learn to Ski and Ride Week at

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS North Shore, South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

March 18A community full moon shoeshoe hike from base lodge

of Diamond Peak Ski Resort in Incline Village to Snowflake Lodge. Snowshoers can enjoy a mountain experience with hot chocolate and food overlooking the lake from the lodge and then snowshoe back down in the moonlight. For infor-mation, call 775-832-1177.

April 1 and April 2Incline Star Follies is an

annual tradition in Incline Village to support the local educational programs. The annual lip-synch fund-raiser brings out teachers, students and community members to perform on stage at the Cal-Neva’s famous Frank Sinatra Showroom. For infor-mation, visit inclinestar-follies.org.

April 2Annual Dummy Downhill at Diamond PeakThe annual Dummy Downhill at Diamond Peak Ski Resort

is a much anticipated event for locals and guests. Some of the dummies have been planned since last year’s event and others are put together the night before. But the favorite part of the event is when the dummies are sent off the ramp and the more body parts that fly the louder the crowd on the deck cheers. Prizes are awarded at the end. For information, call 775-832-1177.

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Dec. 3Community Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting, 5 - 7 p.m.

Dec. 3, Lake Tahoe Visitors Center, 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Join Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves for this annual community celebration. Sponsored by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority. Call 530-544-5050.

Dec. 3-4Holiday in History, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lake Tahoe Historical

Society Museum, 3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Step back in time to celebrate a Victorian-themed holiday. Refreshments will be served. Free. Call 530-541-5458.

Dec. 3-5Festival of Trees and Lights, MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa

at Stateline. Multi-day, family-oriented festival. Family night 5-9 p.m. Dec. 3; Teddy Bear Breakfast 9 a.m. Dec. 4; Gala 6-12 p.m. Dec. 4; Fashions in a Winter Wonderland champagne brunch and fashion show, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 5; Polar Express 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Dec. 5.

Sponsored by the Barton Foundation to benefit the Barton Community Clinic. Call 530-543-5614 or visit the website at www.festivaloftreeslaketahoe.org.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS South Lake Tahoe/Stateline & Kirkwood

Dec. 4Valhalla Holiday Gala, 5:30-10:30 p.m. Valhalla Grand Hall.

Evening of catered food, wine, music and silent auction. Evening attire recommended. Call 530-541-4975 or visit www.valhallatahoe.com.

Dec. 5Ride the Polar Express, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., buses depart

for MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa for a read-ing of “The Polar Express.” For information, visit festi-valoftreeslaketahoe.org or call 530-543-5614.

Dec. 11Tahoe Adventure Film Fest,

6:30 p.m. Dec. 11, MontBleu Casino Resort & Spa. Featuring the best adventure sports films of the year and the best talent in the action sports world. For infor-mation and a schedule, visit www.laketahoefilmfestival.com.

Dec. 11Breakfast with Santa, 9-11 a.m., Kahle Community

Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline. Enjoy a pancake breakfast and have your picture taken with Santa. For ages 3-6. Call 775-586-7271.

Dec. 16Phone call from Santa, 4:30-6:30 p.m. For ages 3-6.

Register starting Dec. 1 at Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline. Call 775-586-7271.

Dec. 17Holiday party at Edgewood Restaurant, 6-11 p.m.,

Edgewood Restaurant, 100 Lake Parkway, Stateline. Tickets are $75 per person and sold in groups of 4 or more up to 10 people (groups of 10 will receive a price of $700). Buffet and complimentary house wine, champagne and premium draft beer. Dancing and entertainment will be provided by Lake DJ. Call 775-588-2787.

Dec. 17Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus presents Messiah

Concert series, St. Theresa Catholic Church, 1041 Lyons Ave. Toccata kicks off its 2010-11 Winter MusicFest with a program featuring selections from Handel’s Messiah along with many holiday favorites. Call 775-313-9697 or visit www.toccatata-hoe.com for information.

Dec. 29-30Holiday celebration at the South Lake Tahoe Parks and

Recreation Ice Arena, 5:30-8 p.m., 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd. All regular admission skaters will be warmed by a complimen-tary hot chocolate and s’mores toasted at the outdoor fire pit. Call 530-542-6262.

Dec. 31New Year’s Eve in the Village, 1001 Heavenly Village Way,

South Lake Tahoe. The festivities begin at 2 p.m. with a rail jam. At 6 p.m. there will be music, winter-themed activities and entertainment. Call 530-544-5050.

Dec. 31New Years Eve Perfection Party at MontBleu Resort Casino

& Spa, 8 p.m., 55 Highway 50, Stateline. Three parties in Opal Ultra Lounge, blu Nightclub and the 16,000 square foot con-vention center for one price. Live music from San Francisco’s “Pop Fiction” and free champagne at midnight, party favors and more. Call 775-586-2000 for VIP table and bottle service. For tickets, call the MontBleu Box Office at 775-588-3515 or at Ticketmaster.com.

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Butter & Rail Jam at Sierra-at-Tahoe Snowsports Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, 1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges. The jam is open to all snow-boarders, free of

charge. Divisions include 15 and under, 16 and over, women and open. Check out volcom.com for more details and to reg-ister. Call 530-659-7453.

Jan. 6-11Tahoe Snowcial at Heavenly Mountain Resort and Harrah’s

Lake Tahoe, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Heavenly and Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. The worlds of digital storytelling, snowsports and technology will converge to unite and celebrate a global community of enthusiasts who live their passion on the snow and tell their stories online. Visit www.tahoesnowcial.com.

Jan. 23USASA Slalom and GS at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, 1111 Sierra-

at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort, 1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr. USASA brings their South Shore Series to Sierra-at-Tahoe and Kirkwood Mountain Resort for this amateur slalom and GS competition. Open to all ages. Visit www.usasa.org for details.

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Overlooking Lake Tahoe, Edgewood Restaurant offers a dramatic setting for year-round din-ing. Choose from a wide selection of delectable plates that include rack of lamb, fresh salmon, ahi tuna or filet mignon. With a longstanding reputation of providing excellent food and service, Edgewood provides one of the most memorable dining experiences at the lake.

In addition to Edgewood Restaurant, Brooks’ Bar has a comfortable and casual atmosphere that features great lunch and dinner items. Brooks’ Bar was recognized by Golf Digest as one of the 50 Best 19th Holes in America. It’s a great place to relax with friends after a day on the mountain or catch a spectacular Lake Tahoe sunset.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS South Lake Tahoe/Stateline & Sierra

March 5Special Olympics Celebrity

Winterfest at Heavenly Mountain Resort, 3860 Saddle Rd. Hollywood celebrities, top business leaders and Special Olympics athletes will compete for bragging rights while raising money for Special Olympics in a spectacular day of alpine racing. Past celebrities include Kate Walsh (Dr. Addison Sheppard from “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Private Practice”) and Zachary Levi (Chuck from “Chuck”). Call 775-586-7000.

March 6-11Fifteen annual Lake Tahoe WinterFest Gay and Lesbian

Ski Week, presented by the Nevada Gay and Lesbian Visitor & Convention Bureau. Skiiing, boarding, casino action. Various locations. Call 775-720-9160.

March 19Fourth annual Buckle Up Big Air for GTS at Sierra-at-

Tahoe Resort, 1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges. Skiers and snowboarders unite to throw down in memory of Sierra Team Rider Greg Smith in a com-munity-based event to spread seat belt safety aware-ness. Call 530-659-7453.

March 26-27Telegrass Festival at Sierra-at-Tahoe Snowsports

Resort, 1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges. Celebrate spring with live Bluegrass music, tele-mark clinics and equipment demos and beer tast-ing. Call 530-659-7453.

March 26 - April 10Heavenly’s Spring Loaded 2011, Heavenly

Mountain Resort. Heavenly’s annual spring break skiing and riding celebration, featur-

ing the pond skimming contest at 1 p.m. March 26 and 27. Entertainment, parties. Call 775 586-7000.

April 9Billabong presents Flaunt It Finals at Sierra-at-Tahoe

Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, 1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Rd. The all-girls snowboard series makes a wrap at Sierra-at-Tahoe. Girls will flaunt their skills in a slopestyle and rail jam. To register and for more information, visit www.billabong.com/flauntit/.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sierra-at-Tahoe, Truckee & Northstar

April 10-11Kirkwood Jammin Spring Break Party, Kirkwood Mountain

Resort, 1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr. The annual spring break party celebrates its 18th year with a weekend of events on and off the snow. Call 209-258-6000.

April 10Salsa Showdown, Spring Fiesta at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort,

1111 Sierra-at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges. Salsa contest, a taco eating contest and a live mariachi band. The winner of the salsa contest gets a pass for the 2011/2012 season. Call 530-659-7453.

April 24Easter celebration at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, 1111 Sierra-

at-Tahoe Rd., Twin Bridges. Celebrate the holiday at Sierra with an Easter egg hunt, sack races and an egg toss for all ages. Call 530-659-7453.

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Nov. 30-Dec. 23Truckee Optimist Christmas Tree Lot, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Crossroads Shopping Center at the corner of Highway 89 and Deerfield Drive, Truckee. All profits from the sales of the trees goes to youth activity scholarships and grants for Truckee Youth. Call 530-559-1466 or visit www.truckeeoptimist.com.

Dec. 2Bud Fish Tree Lighting Festivities, 5-8 p.m., Historic Train

Depot, Truckee. Tree Lighting at 5:30 p.m. Cider and cookies, with carolers singing traditional holiday songs. Rotary Club of Truckee will have ornaments available for adorning the tree. Call 530-587-8808.

Dec. 16Noel Nights, Village-at-

Northstar, 5-8 p.m. Enjoy s’mores by the fire, free ice skating, hot cocoa, shop-ping specials, holiday car-olers, photos with Santa and more. Visit www.northstarattahoe.com.

Dec. 31Fire & Ice New Year’s

Eve Celebration, 9 p.m. Village-at-Northstar. Live music, fire dancers, ice skating, hot cocoa, s’mores and a fireworks show. Visit www.north-starattahoe.com. Call 800-466-6784.

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Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area, 10:30 a.m. Full day of events for chil-dren: match time race, a sled pull, bounce house and ice cream, www.ski-tahoedonner.com or 530-587-9444.

Jan. 29Truckee Spaghetti Dinner/Bingo/Silent Auction, 5-9 p.m.

Truckee Community Recreation Center, fundraiser for the Sierra Senior Services. Visit www.ttseniorscouncil.org.

Feb. 19The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe invites you to the

3rd Annual Black Tie & Tails event celebrating community, canines and compassion! This unique evening features elegant dining and dancing plus everything your dog’s heart could desire. This glamorous, black tie event will take place at the fabulous Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe at Northstar Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011. More than 300 guests, with their canine companions, will experience a Hollywood-style red carpet entry, champagne and hors d’oeuvre reception, exceptional dining, complimentary boutique wines and beer, live music featuring the band Hot Buttered Rum, danc-ing and unexpected entertainment. All proceeds from Black Tie & Tails go toward helping homeless pets in the Truckee-Tahoe area. Visit hstt.org.

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Jan. 16, Feb. 19, March 19Full Moon Guided Snowshoe Tours at Ed Z’Berg-Sugarpine

Point State Park. Sunday, January 16, Saturday, February 19, and Saturday, March 19. 6:30 p.m. for beginners or 7:00 p.m. for more experienced. Adults $15 and children under 12 are free. Call 530-525-7982 or www.parks.ca.gov.

Jan. 23Tahoe Rim Tour &

Race. North Tahoe High School to Northstar Cross Country, 26K race, lunch and awards after. Fundraiser for Far West Nordic Ski Education Association. Visit www.farwestnordic.org or 530-852-0879.

March 4SnowFest! Opening Night Ceremonies, 6:30 p.m., Squaw

Valley USA. Laser show, torchlight parade, fireworks display. Live music on the KT-22 Sundeck. Presented by the Squaw Valley Business Association.

March 6Tahoe City SnowFest! Parade, 11:30 a.m., Tahoe City, North

Lake Blvd., visit www.visittahoecity.com.

March 12Joe King Poker Tournament, 8 p.m., Tahoe Biltmore, Breeze

Room. Registration 7 p.m., practice rounds at 7:30 p.m., tournament begins at 8 p.m.. Slot challenge from 8:30 to 10 p.m. Registration: $100. Compete for great prizes. Call 530-

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April 3Billy Dutton Uphill, 8 a.m., Squaw Valley USA. Original ‘run what ya brung’ uphill race. Registration begins at 7 a.m. outside of Dave’s Deli or pre-register with the Auburn Ski Club. Call 530-583-6985 or www.squaw.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Northstar, North Shore & Squaw

May 22Best of Tahoe Chefs 2011, The 12th Annual Best of Tahoe

Chefs event to benefit Tahoe Forest Cancer Center is sched-uled to take place at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Sunday, May 22, 2011. This year’s theme is ‘Denim & Diamonds.’ Every year, the best of the Tahoe restaurant trade teams together as a culinary tour de force to benefit the cancer pro-grams of Tahoe Forest Health System. Twenty-five participat-ing chefs volunteer their time and culinary inspirations and join with 16 dynamic women who commit seven months of volunteer time to plan the most outrageous, fun, entertain-ing and popular fundraiser in the North Tahoe region. Visit www.bestoftahoechefs.org or call Tahoe Forest Health System Foundation for details: 530-582-6317.

NORTH SHORE/SQUAW

Nov. 27Star Tour Hike: Pegasus and the Andromeda Galaxy, 4:30-

8:30 p.m. Knowledgeable guides will teach you about the nat-ural and human history of the area, while you watch the sun casts a purple alpenglow onto the Sierra. You will be guided to a viewing point, where Tony will open your mind to the unknown world above you. Hot drinks and snacks. In Tahoe Vista. Visit tahoeadventurecompany.com for more.

Dec. 1 - Jan. 1Holly-Days Jubilee in Tahoe City, day and evening.

Experience the holidays throughout Tahoe City. Visit www.visittahoecity.com

Dec. 3North Tahoe Arts, opening reception, 5-7 p.m., North

Tahoe Arts Center, 380 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City. Main gallery: Spiritual Show, Scared Places. Alters loft: Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival and Weekend Trunk Shows and Crafts Booths. Call 530-581-2787, visit www.northtahoearts.com.

Dec. 8Family Winter Welcome Party and Fundraiser, River

Ranch, Tahoe City, 6-8 p.m. Toys for Tots Fundraising Party with the NTHS Jazz Band performing a holiday concert from 6-6:30 p.m. Complimentary s’mores and Christmas cookies for the children. Call 530-583-4264 or visit www.riverranchlodge.com.

Dec. 10Annual Coogan Kelly Memorial Rail Jam, Squaw Valley

USA. In memory of Charles ”Coogan” Kelly. SnowBomb will donate all registration fees to the Coogan Kelly Memorial Foundation. Event details can be found online at www.snowbomb.com.

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Dec. 11-12One of the most anticipated win-

ter events is North Lake Tahoe’s 11th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend, Dec. 11-12, when begin-ners can get up and turning for bar-gain prices. For just $25, novices get ski rentals, lesson and a lift ticket at a handful of downhill resorts located throughout the North Lake Tahoe region.

Dec. 12Holiday Fair & Tree Lighting, 5-7 p.m.

Annual Holiday Fair and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Kings Beach, North Tahoe Event Center, hosted by the North Tahoe business Association. Join Santa to light the community tree!

Dec. 19Toccata-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus pres-

ents Messiah Series, Squaw Valley, 3 p.m. The program features selections from the Messiah along with other holi-

day favorites. The performance will be held at Resort at Squaw Creek, Olympic Valley. The Truckee Tahoe Community Choir will join Toccata for this concert. Call 775-313-9697 or visit www.toccatatahoe.com.

Dec. 24Squaw Valley Chapel, United

Church of Christ, meets for wor-ship each Sunday morning at 10 a.m. On Christmas Eve ser-vices will be held at 5, 6:30 and 8 p.m. The first two services will welcome the participation of all children present. As always Alcoholics Anonymous will meet Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. and the meeting is open to all com-ers. Squaw Valley Chapel is just completing its 50th year of serv-

ing the spiritual needs of its community since being built for the XIII Winter Olympics in 1960. ‘No matter who you are or where you are on your faith journey, you are wel-come here.’

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Breakfast: 7:00am - 10:00am

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Documents

Lake Tahoe Winter Guide 2010