Sailing
James Anthony Biller ~ 1941 - 2020
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/26/2020 - 9:56am
James Anthony Biller was born in Ventura, CA, July 10, 1951, to Jack and Marjorie Biller. Growing up in Ventura, he surfed, sailed, played water polo for the Ventura High Cougars, and was one of the best swimmers Ventura High had ever seen, getting his varsity letter and pin as a sophomore and setting swimming records that stood for many years after he graduated in 1969. That Jim had a love of the beach, sailing, and everything that had to do with the water was obvious to everyone around him.
Maeson back home in South Lake Tahoe; Family thanks community for overwhelming support
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 3:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It has been a wild two weeks for the Howard family, ever since ten-year-old Maeson entered the UC Davis Children’s Hospital with what appeared to be a COVID-19-releated multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C), or Kawasaki disease.
Maeson Howard is on the road to recovery and back in his Christmas Valley home with his parents and sister.
Maeson back home in South Lake Tahoe; Family thanks community for overwhelming support
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 3:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It has been a wild two weeks for the Howard family, ever since ten-year-old Maeson entered the UC Davis Children’s Hospital with what appeared to be a COVID-19-releated multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C), or Kawasaki disease.
Maeson Howard is on the road to recovery and back in his Christmas Valley home with his parents and sister.
Upper Truckee River Marsh restoration update and video
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 12:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Work is underway on the Upper Truckee Marsh to restore and enhance over 250 acres floodplain by returning river flows to the center of the marsh. This will enrich native fish and bird habitat and act as a natural pollution filter that will improve water quality before it reaches Lake Tahoe.
John Russell Rice, Jr. ~ 1957 - 2020
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 12:24pm
John Russell Rice Jr. died peacefully at Carson Tahoe Medical Center in Carson City, Nevada on February 23, 2020, from complications of a recently diagnosed medical condition, surrounded by family. He was 62.
John is preceded in death by his parents: father John Russell Rice Sr. of Fremont, Calif.; mother Elizabeth LaVerne Rice-Killion of South Lake Tahoe, Calif.; and his grandson Mason Allen Geist of Gardnerville, NV.
New executive director announced for Live Violence Free
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 3:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Live Violence Free (LVF) has announced the hiring of a new executive director. Debra Dyason has joined the South Lake Tahoe-based non-profit tasked with promoting a violence-free community.
Debra brings 20 years of expertise as a senior non-profit leader, funder, public policy advocate, and recent Executive Director of a domestic violence and sexual assault agency (First Step of Wichita Falls, Tex.). Debra is passionate about empowering survivors so they can lead their best lives free from violence and abuse.
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks SLT Windjammers Yacht Club
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 12:03pm
Promoting power boating and sailing, and sharing the joy of being on beautiful Lake Tahoe, the South Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club is also committed to helping others in our community. This year, the club sponsored Bread & Broth’s (B&B) Monday Meal on July 29 and club members John Johnck, Steve Katzman, Diane Martin, Laura Rasmussen, and Carolyn Robinson crewed at the Club’s sponsorship dinner.
South Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club Membership Open House
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 9:41pm
Event Date:
July 27, 2019 - 12:00pm The South Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club invites interested sailors and non-sailors to find out more about sailing and boating on Lake Tahoe at an open house on Saturday, July 27.
Join them for appetizers and a luncheon from noon to 5:00 p.m. at 589 Tahoe Keys Blvd., Suite E2, South Lake Tahoe.
Please RSVP by contacting Linda at vicecommodore@sltwyc.com or call or text 510 813-
7815 by Wednesday, July 24.
Annual SLTWYC community sailing clinic in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 3:55pm
Event Date:
July 13, 2019 - 8:30am The South Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club (SLTWYC) is holding its annual sailing skills clinic on Saturday, July 13, 2019, starting at 8:30 a.m. If you ever wanted to try sailing or are looking to improve your skills, this one-day class is for you. The clinic is open to men and women of all ages and experience levels.
Susan Allison Mancini ~ 3/26/62 - 4/30/19
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 1:30pm
Allison, also affectionately known as Allidaughter, was born in Bishop, California to Mary Strobel and Robert Dietz when Robert was the manager of the Mammoth Mountain Inn.
She attended Immaculate Heart High School in Hollywood and graduated from South Lake Tahoe High School. She studied at El Camino College and Lake Tahoe Community College.
Allison was an accomplished sailor spending almost every weekend during her early high school years sailing to Catalina Island.
Karl James Hildinger ~ 5/30/31 - 11/11/18
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/22/2018 - 3:42pm
Karl James Hildinger was born in Danville, California on May 30, 1931. Jim passed away at home, surrounded by family, in South Lake Tahoe on November 11, 2018.
Three weeks after he was born, he was carried into Angora Lakes Resort in a Washoe papoose basket. He was a staunch environmentalist and spent his lifetime protecting and preserving Angora and the greater Lake Tahoe Basin. The Angora Lakes Resort remains in the family.
Two months of concerts kick off August 1 at Vahalla Boathouse Theater
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/31/2018 - 12:05am
For the next two months, the Valhalla Boathouse Theater at the Tallac Historic Site in South Lake tahoe will be home to several concerts, starting August 1.
Tahoe Windjammers presents Annual Sailing Clinic
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 06/23/2018 - 3:00pm
Event Date:
July 14, 2018 - 8:30am The Tahoe Windjammer’s Yacht Club is having its annual Community Sailing Clinic on July 14th. This event includes classroom instruction on basic sailing and boating safety in the morning and on-the-water instruction as a guest on a member’s sailboat in the afternoon. The clinic is open to men and women of all experience levels. We try to match up participants to boats according to their abilities and interests to ensure the best sailing experience. If you have wanted to try sailing and haven’t had the opportunity, this is a great way to get the feel of it.
Location
Windjammer Clubhouse
589 Tahoe Keys Blvd, Suite E2
Tahoe Keys Village
United States
See map: Google Maps
Volunteers needed for new coed Sea Scout Ship program
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/09/2018 - 7:01pm
The South Lake Tahoe Yacht Club is sponsoring a new Sea Scout Ship for high school students and they are looking for five adult volunteers over the age of 21 to help. Local youth will learn small boat handling, sailing, wooden boat care and cruising.
There will be an adult training session on Saturday, March 10 at 11:00 a.m.
Kudos: Bread and Broth thanks Lake Tahoe Windjammer Yacht Club
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/18/2017 - 5:55pm
It takes team work to crew a sail boat and the Lake Tahoe Windjammer Yacht Club members brought their teaming skills to help the Bread & Broth volunteers serve the June 5th Monday Meal dinner at St. Theresa Grace Hall. Representing the LT Windjammers at their Adopt A Day of Nourishment dinner were Kurt and Laura Rasmussen, Michelle Langlois, Mary Parker and Steve Katzman.
Lake Tahoe Windjammers holding sailing skills clinic
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/04/2017 - 5:52pm
Event Date:
June 24, 2017 - 8:30am
The Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club (WYC) is holding an all-day community sailing skills clinic for adults on Saturday, June 24 at the Tahoe Keys Marina.
Registration/Sign-In starting at 8:30 a.m. Coffee & Beverages
Classroom Instruction begins at 9:00 a.m.
Brown Bag Lunch at 11:30 - Included in the price
Afternoon on-the-water instruction as a guest on a WYC member's boat
Please wear appropriate sailing clothing and bring a life jacket.
Social Hour After Sailing at 5 p.m. - Appetizers provided & No Host Bar at Clubhouse
The cost is $35 for WYC members and $45 for non-members.
Windjammers Yacht Club's Annual Chowder Feed and Membership Drive
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/22/2017 - 4:09pm
Event Date:
April 7, 2017 (All day) Are you interested in boating on Lake Tahoe? Would you like to meet other people who enjoy sailing? If so, you're invited to Windjammers Yacht Club Annual Chowder Feed and Membership Drive.
This fun filled event will be held Friday, April 7, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. The dinner meeting features Dr. Ross Groelz's Famous Oyster Stew and Clam Chowder, salad, bread and dessert all for $15. A cash bar with beer and wine will be available.
Windjammers Yacht Club installs new officers
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2016 - 2:58pm
The Windjammers Yacht Club celebrated the holiday season and toasted to an enjoyable summer of sailing on Lake Tahoe at their annual Christmas party. After dinner and before dancing, the officers of the club for 2017 were inducted.
They include Shari Young, Vice Commodore; David Young, Rear Commodore; Diane Martin, Secretary; Kurt Rasmussen, Commodore; Dale Herman, Treasurer. (They are pictured above, left-right)
Windjammers Yacht Club offers community sailing skills clinic
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 06/08/2016 - 1:41pm
Event Date:
July 16, 2016 - 8:30am Would you like to learn about sailing? Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club is offering a community Sailing Skills Clinic Saturday, July 16, 2016.
Join the experienced skippers Of WYC for a day filled with classroom instruction and optional on-the-water application. Men and women of any skill level are invited to attend.
Pre-Registration is Required, Space is Limited. The clinic will be held at the WYC clubhouse located above the harbor master's office in the Tahoe Keys Marina. The cost is $35 for WYC members~~$45 for non-members.
~Sign-in begins at 8:30 am with coffee and beverages
Kudos: Bread & Broth thanks Windjammers Yacht Club
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/03/2016 - 3:19pm
The Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club (LTWYC) members enjoy sailing, being on the water and helping others. Whether teaching others to sail, being part of a sailing crew or helping Bread & Broth volunteers at their Monday Adopt A Day sponsorship dinner, the LTWYC members are ready and willing to help folks in need. Thanks to the Windjammers’ AAD sponsorship, the B&B dinner guests on Monday, May 23 enjoyed a tasty and nutritious meal.
Mountain Resort Television: Giving kids a chance to fly
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/24/2016 - 11:23pmMountain Resort Television reporter Nicole Marsel talks to Ed Lord from Air Sailing about giving kids the chance to fly gliders and possibly going on to become pilots.
Former South Lake Tahoe resident and LTCC alumnus winner in international writing contest
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/03/2016 - 1:38pm
Former South Lake Tahoe resident and Lake Tahoe Community College graduate, Ryan Row (pen name: Alan Wor) has been officially announced as a winner in the "Writers of the Future" contest sponsored by L. Ron Hubbard. The contest, one of the most prestigious writing competitions, is in its 32nd year and is judged by some of the premier names in speculative fiction.
Disneyland to close attractions to make way for new Star Wars land
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/26/2015 - 1:16pm
To make way for "Star Wars," Disneyland is about to launch its largest expansion ever, which means shutting down a significant chunk of the Anaheim theme park.
In January, 10 attractions and eateries will close — some temporarily, some permanently — only a few months after the resort hiked the price of annual passes as much as 31%. This spring, Disneyland's biggest rival, Universal Studios Hollywood, plans to unveil a widely anticipated Harry Potter attraction.
Joy Barney inspires others for careers as land stewards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/14/2015 - 11:27pm
Joy Barney has dedicated her life to connecting youth to the land. In the process she has touched many lives, so it comes as no surprise that winning a national award for her, is all about inspiring others.
Dr. Alan Walker takes helm as Sierra Nevada College president
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 2:26pm
Sierra Nevada College is under new leadership with the appointment of Dr. Alan Walker, who started his tenure as president of Nevada’s only private college in September.
Two South Lake Tahoe financial advisors form new partnership
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/30/2015 - 9:15pmEvent Date:
February 11, 2015 - 4:00pm
Nicholas Abelow, a South Tahoe High graduate, has been named partner at Abelow, Pratt & Associates, LLP. He will be partnered with long time local financial advisor Roger Pratt.
To celebrate the new partnership, the Tahoe Chamber will have a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 4 p.m. There will be a cocktail party to follow until 6 p.m. at the office which is located at 595 Tahoe Keys Blvd Suite A-4 in South Lake Tahoe,
Sailing for Sugar Pines sunset cruise on Woodwind II
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/29/2013 - 2:21pmEvent Date:
August 8, 2013 - 6:30pm
Join the Sugar Pine Foundation for a sunset cruise on the Woodwind II sailboat out of Zephyr Cove to benefit the Sugar Pine Foundation! Enjoy complimentary wine, beer, champagne and tasty appetizers while looking at stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountain peaks.
Windjammers Yacht Club season opener and Chowder Feed
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 7:27pm
Event Date:
March 22, 2013 (All day) Tahoe Windjammers invites anyone interested in sailing to join us at our annual membership meeting and Chowder Feed. Meet other sailors and find out about our racing and cruising programs. All levels of experience welcome. The Windjammers sponsor Wednesday night Beer Can Racing and a diversified weekend schedule. Visit our website at tahoewindjammers.com to find out more about our club.
Location
Tahoe Keys Marina
Yacht Club Room upstairs from Harbor Masters office
United States
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe designated 'Best Lake in America' by USA Today readers
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/30/2012 - 10:28am
Lake Tahoe was named the “Best Lake in America” in a recent readers' poll by USA TODAY. Editors narrowed national nominations to the top 16; readers weighed in and the largest and most popular alpine lake in North America took home top honors by garnering more than 5,000 votes via Facebook and Twitter.
Go here for the story.
Lake Tahoe is recognized for its timeless beauty and an international reputation as an outdoor recreational Mecca. The combination of great outdoors, entertainment, nightlife, dining and gaming identify its unique character.
Learning to sail the lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amThe Tahoe Windjammer's Yacht Club will hit the books and the water for the 12th annual Women's Sailing Clinic this Saturday at the Tahoe Keys Marina. From novices who don't know a jib from a bo...
Learning to sail the lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:00amThe Tahoe Windjammer's Yacht Club will hit the books and the water for the 12th annual Women's Sailing Clinic this Saturday at the Tahoe Keys Marina. From novices who don't know a jib from a bo...
Back in the water
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/25/2012 - 6:00amThis Memorial Day weekend Lake Tahoe's waters are sure to be rippling with boat wakes and the happy cries of those sailing along with the vessels. But with so many boaters out, safety is always ...
Back in the water
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/25/2012 - 6:00amThis Memorial Day weekend Lake Tahoe's waters are sure to be rippling with boat wakes and the happy cries of those sailing along with the vessels. But with so many boaters out, safety is always ...
Shakespeare Festival, Thunderbird Lodge picked as top five places to visit in Reno-Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 11:09am
The votes are in and the people have spoken. The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival and the Thunderbird Lodge were picked by readers in a contest sponsored by the Nevada Commission on Tourism as two among five favorite "Hidden Treasure" (places to visit) in the Reno, Carson City and Lake Tahoe region.
Kirkwood airbag takes flight, derails chairlift
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 04/07/2012 - 4:51pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A gust of wind blew Kirkwood Mountain Resort's airbag free of its anchors Saturday afternoon and sent it sailing into the Cornice Express chairlift, derailing it.The i...
Kirkwood airbag takes flight, derails chairlift
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 04/07/2012 - 4:51pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A gust of wind blew Kirkwood Mountain Resort's airbag free of its anchors Saturday afternoon and sent it sailing into the Cornice Express chairlift, derailing it.The i...
Outdoors with Don Q: Fishing for Mackinaw at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 10/26/2011 - 9:50am
On Wednesday morning Oct. 19, Elaine and I went fishing at Lake Tahoe for Mackinaw lake trout with our longtime good friend and sport fishing guide, Gene St. Denis of Blue Ribbon Charters outfitted South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
“Gino” has fished Tahoe for some thirty years (the last 13 years as a fishing guide) and is one of the top, if not the top, guides at that lake.
Disabled Sports US Far West hosts three-day water play at Donner Lake
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 08/03/2011 - 8:30pmTRUCKEE, Calif. - A three-day Disabled Sports Far West event was chock full of sailing, canoeing, kayaking, tubing and dining at Donner Lake. Dave Ceruti, owner of Donner Lake Water Sports, dona...
