Author Archive: tahoequa
Open Water Classroom
Swimming clinics teach triathlon hopefuls to navigate Tahoe’s water, wind and waves Written by Kyle Magin Jeff Pearson is part coach, part physicist, part limnologist and part meteorologist in his pre-swim pep talk to about a half dozen athletes gathered at Carnelian Bay’s Watermans Landing. He sketches out angles on a whiteboard like a […]
Weekend Outlook: Aug. 7-10
Written by Kristin Close We’ve been enjoying some spring-like weather this week, and this weekend looks beautiful. Check out some of the events going on here in Tahoe. Thursday, August 7 -Live Music – Concerts in the Park, Gatekeeper’s Museum, Tahoe City Great music in a beautiful setting. With a variety of folk and blues, you’re bound […]
Nevada at 150: The 36th Star
Written by Kristin Close Celebrate Nevada’s 150th year with a walk through the Nevada Museum of Art’s newest exhibit, “The 36th-Star: Nevada’s Journey from Territory to State.” From August 2 to November 2, three of the Reno museum’s galleries display artifacts and photographs from the Civil War, to highlight how Nevada became a state in […]
Weekend Outlook: July 31 – August 3
Written by Kristin Close July is almost over! You must be Julying. Temperatures are in the 70s this weekend, but the activities don’t stop. Here’s what we have planned this weekend around The Lake. Thursday, July 31 -Achilles Wheel Band ~ Concerts in the Park, Gatekeeper’s Museum, Tahoe City With a variety of folk […]
Weekend Outlook: July 24-27
Written by Kristin Close Expect a beautiful weekend with a shining sun. Come check out some summer activities around The Lake! Thursday, July 24 -5 Peaks in 5 Weeks Challenge 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Recreation Center is offering a hiking fitness challenge open to anyone 18 and older. Register by calling the […]
Weekend Outlook: July 17-20
Written by Kristin Close Enjoy a short hot weather break and celebrate the summer season all around the Lake. There are many activities for a family or date night. Thursday, July 17 Wanderlust – Squaw Valley July 17 – 20 Wanderlust Yoga Festivals are all-out celebrations. They bring together the world’s leading yoga teachers, […]
Lake Tahoe’s Desolation, Via SUP
Backcountry paddling trip offers trials, rewards Written and Photographed by Ryan Salm Using the melodic music pumping from the car stereo to get into a rhythm, we inflated our brand-new Naish paddleboards. A cobalt sky dotted with a few lonely clouds opened northward, framed by the granite extending into Desolation Wilderness. The breeze was gentle […]
Local Reads
Written by Matthew and Jessica Renda Two books by local authors are perfect additions to your summer reading list. Topography of Legend Author, historian and Sierra College professor Gary Noy has spent a lifetime collecting stories about the Sierra Nevada mountain range. In the recently published Sierra Stories, Noy curates his collection to great effect, […]
The Sunnyside of Life
New chef adds flair, keeps classics in this favorite summer spot Written by Susan D. Rock Fish tacos and zucchini sticks, margaritas and mai tais, all served on a hopping lakeside deck on a Tahoe summer day. Sunnyside Restaurant is all that, and lately, a lot more. A West Shore fixture since 1987, Sunnyside is […]
Weekend Outlook: July 10-13
Written by Kristin Close No plans for the weekend? No problem. Highs will be in the 80s, so get your sunscreen ready because there is plenty to see and do that won’t break your bank. Thursday, July 10 -Sierra Nevada Guitar Festival, Incline Village 2 – 9 p.m. The Sierra Nevada International Classical Guitar Festival […]
