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Don’t Give Up On Skiing Without Trying This First

Learning to ski or snowboard is hard, I know. That’s especially true for snowboarding; few people are used to moving sideways and fewer still are comfortable flying downhill with their feet attached (not to mention immobilized) to a board. I...

January 20, 2019

California Hiking Tahoe Basin

Where to see the solar eclipse on the north shore

Lake Tahoe – or the big blue pill, as they call it – is the gem of the west and an amazing sight to behold from a bird’s eye view. However, if you don’t have time for miles of hiking,...

August 15, 2017
4 min read

California Nevada Snowboarding Tahoe Basin

A local’s guide to Tahoe’s ski resorts

I get asked a lot of questions on Instagram, which I love. I’m always happy to offer advice on adventures in Tahoe. But one thing I get asked SO MUCH that I figure’d I’d do a quick round-up on it...

March 21, 2017
3 min

Beaches California Lifestyle Nature Nevada Tahoe Basin

Update, Photos and My Dog.

Hi guys! Unfortunately, I’ve been pretty sick for the last week or so, which means not much in the way of fun adventures to talk about. So, in lieu of something current to post about (no hiking for three weeks...

November 16, 2016
2 min read

Adventure Blog California Food & Drink Tahoe Basin

Five Must-Try Cocktails in Lake Tahoe

Hooray, you’re planning a trip to Lake Tahoe – bottoms up! And whether that’s a ski getaway or a summer fun adventure, chances are you’re going to want to take advantage of some of the best cocktails in Tahoe! Since...

October 25, 2016

Adventure Blog Nevada Relaxing Tahoe Basin

Two minutes about: Thunderbird Lodge

Tahoe is an outdoor paradise but here and there, you’ll find indoor wonders too. One such wonder is Thunderbird Lodge, a historic estate now open for public tours Spring through Fall. The lodge, built in the 1940s, was the home...

October 17, 2016
2 min read

Adventure Blog Kayaking Tahoe Basin

Two Minutes About: A Full Moon Paddle

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate enough to have a huge full moon for two – yes, two in a row – nights! We took advantage of the second night with an awesome backpacking trip, but night one was...

October 11, 2016
2 min read

Adventure Blog Biking Hiking Tahoe Basin

Two Minutes About: Truckee’s O6

When you live in Lake Tahoe, it's a safe bet that outdoor recreation is just steps from your front door. For me, though, it's just steps from my back door. I live near an area in Truckee called The O6,...

September 30, 2016
2 min read

Adventure Blog Adventures Hiking Tahoe Basin

Spend a Night Under the Stars: Backpacking Desolation Wilderness

Full disclosure: My first backpacking trip wasn’t as hard as I thought it’d be. Yes, the pack are bulky and yes, you do without a few luxuries, but overall, you get to spend a night alone with nature, and that’s...

September 18, 2016
4 min read

Lifestyle Tahoe Basin

Don’t miss these 5 summer sites in Lake Tahoe

Most vacations are followed by a few days of jokingly saying “take me back,” as you settle back in to the comfortable routine at home. But when you visit these five locations around the Lake, you’ll be thinking less...