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South Shore ladies land nation's best
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/12/2012 - 6:00amWhen it comes to best in the U.S., rest assured the South Shore ladies are representing.South Tahoe's Elena Hight, Hannah Teter and Maddie Bowman all snagged spots on the 2013 U.S. ski and snowb...
Christmas tree cutting permits sell out across Lake Tahoe Basin, continue on BLM land
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/10/2012 - 10:14amThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Christmas tree permits are sold out but tree cutting permits remain available on BLM lands in the Pinenut Mountains between Carson City and Yerington, the Clan Alpine and Desatoya mountains east of Fallon, and the Excelsior Mountains southeast of Hawthorne.
South Lake Tahoe Celebrates 47th Anniversary
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/30/2012 - 2:17pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe celebrates its 47th Anniversary today. The City was incorporated on November 30, 1965.
“We are very grateful for those who cultivated and formed our City for future generations. We were established to provide core services; snow removal, police and fire; and this is what we’re going back to forty-seven years later,” said Mayor Claire Fortier. “Let’s all celebrate.”
BLM approves major mine in central Nevada
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/27/2012 - 10:36amEUREKA - Federal land managers have approved a major mine project in central Nevada, saying it will provide an average of 400 long-term jobs. U.S. Bureau of Land Management officials announced Frid...
Lake Tahoe Heavenly improvements proposed include climbing wall, zipline, adventure park
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 11/17/2012 - 7:14pmThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is asking for public input on proposed summer projects at Heavenly Mountain Resort. These projects are consistent with the improvements identified in Heavenly's Master Plan Amendment and are intended to improve the overall quality of the visitor experience. In addition, these projects would provide for high-quality summer recreational uses of National Forest System land as directed by the Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011.
Recommendations Regarding 'Economic Revitalization' for South Shore Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 5:26pmAfter attending the State of the South Shore Economy Public Forum held on October 23rd, 2012 I was inspired to draft a response to the questions about economic revitalization that were asked at the meeting. I feel like our group had many salient ideas that were not properly represented. Also, I have noticed that people are quick to offer ideas like “reduce unemployment”, “beautify the city”, and “improve recreation”, but they are typically unable to offer suggestions on how to make those ideas a reality.
Minden elementary school students get hands-on education at Barton
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/05/2012 - 6:26pm"I hope one-day that I'll be able to use the da Vinci again," said one fourth-grader from Grace Christian Academy in Minden, Nev. One-day he just may. Parents and teachers of the 18 little visitors who drove from Minden on Thursday managed to keep third and fourth graders in-line during a two-hour tour at Barton Memorial Hospital. With wide open eyes, the questions soared and the excitement was building just before they made their first stop to the operating room.
Film 'Green Fire' to be screened at Sierra Nevada College
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/15/2012 - 11:56amA free screening of “Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time” will be shown at the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences at Sierra Nevada College in Incline Village on Nov. 8. Filmmakers Ann and Steve Dunsky will be available to answer questions after the screening.
Berkley In Attack Mode, Heller Takes More Restrained Approach In Second Senate Debate
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 10:46pmCARSON CITY – Democratic Rep. Shelley Berkley used a second Senate debate tonight to attack Sen. Dean Heller on issues ranging from Medicare to online poker legislation, while her Republican opponent took a more restrained approach in the hour-long discussion on public television.
Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 9:36am
Event Date:
November 8, 2012 - 6:30pm Join us at Sierra Nevada College for a free community screening of Green Fire, a documentary film about legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Film begins at 7 p.m. The film will be followed by a Q&A session.
Sierra Nevada College, 999 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village, NV 89451
Location
Sierra Nevada College
999 Tahoe Blvd.
Incline Village, NV 89451
United States
39° 14' 41.9856" N, 119° 56' 16.9692" W
See map: Google Maps
Campground at Indian Creek Reservoir to close Oct. 8
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 11:40amAlpine County's Indian Creek Campground, adjacent to Indian Creek Reservoir, will close for the season at noon on Oct. 8, the Bureau of Land Management Carson City District-Sierra Front Field Office announced.
The campground will be closed through winter, and reopen May 3, 2013.
The east side of Indian Creek Reservoir will still be available for access off the entry road maintained by Alpine County, weather-permitting.
For more information call the BLM-Carson City District Office at (775) 885-6000.
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for community support of annual fundraiser
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 6:00amHabitat for Humanity, El Dorado County Chapter and St. Joseph Community Land Trust held a partnership fundraiser Hike for Housing" on Sept. 15 at Spooner Lake and would like to thank Nevada Stat...
Some Forest Service facilities around Lake Tahoe will close for the season
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 4:10pmThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit annual closure of recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin has begun. Campgrounds and day-use areas traditionally close around mid-October. While forest roads typically close around mid-November, you may consult the Motor Vehicle Use Map for specific dates by going here. The Taylor Creek Visitor Center will remain open through October.
Workshops focus on transferring forest land to future generations
Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 11:15amVersatile Scott Record joins newcomer Marianne Sierk this week at The Improv
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 3:22pmScott Record is at home on land or sea. There was a time where this week's Improv headliner spent as much time working cruise ships as he did theaters across the country on land. It's been a cou...
Chinese investor buys millions of dollars worth of N. Nevada land
Submitted by admin on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 2:45pmUniversity of California to host Forest Landowner Workshops
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/25/2012 - 3:28pmEvent Date:
October 30, 2012 (All day)
The University of California will host a two-part workshop series on succession planning to help forest landowners learn simple techniques to pass their land and its legacy on to the next generation. The first workshop is being offered at 7 locations throughout California. In the central Sierra Nevada, workshops will be held in Auburn on Oct. 30, Jackson on Nov. 13, and Sacramento on Nov. 15. All workshops will be held from 6 to 8 p.m.
Round Hill fire expected to be contained tonight
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 6:39pmA wildfire burned approximately two acres in the Round Hill area Friday afternoon.The fire started about 4 p.m. between Elks Point Road and Sewer Plant Road on U.S. Forest Service land, said age...
Wildfire burns in Round Hill
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 4:54pmA fire has burned between 1.5 and 2 acres near Elks Point Road in the Round Hill area.The fire, which is on U.S. Forest Service land, is not threatening structures at this time, said Forest Serv...
Forest Service: Fire at Elks Point Road near Highway 50 at Lake Tahoe fully contained at 2.6 acres
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 4:02pmUPDATE 8PM: The U.S. Forest Service reports Friday night that the fire burning on the Douglas County side of Lake Tahoe on public land off of Elks Point Road has been contained at 2.6 acres. Cheva Heck, spokeswoman for the Forest Service, said local government resources assigned to the fire are being released. An engine will remain at the fire site overnight. The cause of the fire is under investigation. "We have no reports with lightning or problems with power lines. The fire is believed to be human caused," she said.
Highway 395 re-opened after fire burns more than 2,000 acres south of Gardnerville
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 1:15pmUPDATE 8:45AM: Highway 395 has reopened with controls (pilot vehicle) so expect delays and watch for fire vehicles, according to Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.
Circuit court upholds Lake Tahoe Angora fire analysis
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 4:09pmThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed Thursday a district court ruling upholding Lake Tahoe area environmental analysis for the Angora fire area fuels reduction project.
The Angora Restoration Project was designed to protect wildlife habitat as well as reduce long-term wildfire risk to Lake Tahoe area communities. Two environmental groups, Earth Island Institute and Center for Biological Diversity, tried to stop arguing it would harm the black-backed woodpecker.
Boat Inspections at Lake Tahoe move to fall and winter ramp schedules
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/18/2012 - 3:38pmFollowing a stellar boating season at Lake Tahoe, this Thursday, Sept. 20 will be the last day of operations for the Northstar and Homewood boat inspection stations. Boat inspections and decontaminations will still be available at the Alpine, Spooner and Meyers stations until Sept. 30, 2012.
South Lake Tahoe celebrates big fish during Kokanee Salmon Festival at Taylor Creek
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/16/2012 - 11:40pmEvent Date:
October 7, 2012 (All day)
Celebrate the annual fall migration of the Kokanee salmon of Lake Tahoe at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center. The Visitor Center is located three miles north of South Lake Tahoe on Highway 89. Join the fun and participate in this free family event which has become one of the most fascinating educational and wildlife viewing events in Northern California.
The festival encourages participation by children and their parents in a wide variety of educational and entertaining activities including:
Hike for Housing Fundraiser
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/13/2012 - 9:59amEl Dorado County Habitat for Humanity & St. Joseph Community Land Trust will hold its annual Hike for Housing Fundraiser, 9am-3pm Spooner Lake on Sept. 15. The Hike for Housing event raises funds for affordable housing locally. Bring the family and enjoy a leisurely stroll (2 miles) around Spooner Lake or hike all the way to Marlette Lake (moderate hike). Pre-register by 9/10/12 for $15/pp or $25/per family. Day of the event registration is also available @ $20/pp or $30/per family. Carpooling is recommended. $8 for Nevada license plates, $10 all others for parking. Raffle items.
Bands for Bikers Fundraiser
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/13/2012 - 9:48amA Bands for Bikers fundraiser will be at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., beginning at 5 p.m. TAMBA and the SLT BMX Association, in conjunction with the Tahoe Basin Land Management Unit of the Forest Service will hold this fundraiser to build a pump track and mountain bike skills park at Bijou Community Park. Fundraiser includes bands, bmx bike demonstrations, silent auction, music and food.
Autumn Fest to kick-off fall season at Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 09/06/2012 - 10:09amEvent Date:
September 16, 2012 - 11:00am
The Tahoe Resource Conservation District will host the the 6th annual Autumn Fest at the Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden, on the campus of Lake Tahoe Community College from 11am-4pm on Sunday, September 16.
The free festival, run in cooperation with LTCC, is quickly becoming a Tahoe fall tradition packed with activities for all ages, including a silent auction to raise funds for the demonstration garden and conservation landscaping programs in the community.
Isaac makes landfall in southeast Louisiana
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 5:04pmNEW ORLEANS - Hurricane Isaac has made landfall in southeast Louisiana with winds near 80 mph.The U.S. National Hurricane Center says the storm's center reached land at 7:45 p.m. in Plaquemines Par...
Wilderness area proposal would harm Lake Tahoe economy says public Pro-Access group
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 08/27/2012 - 2:58pmWith the comment period ending Thursday, August 30, the newly formed Sierra Pro-Access Group is asking outdoor enthusiasts to write against a U.S. Forest Service alternative plan that proposes creating new wilderness areas that would shut down some of the locals' most beloved recreation areas on public land around the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The economic effects on the Lake Tahoe Basin could be devastating, the group says, shutting out what clearly has been public access for not only snowmobiles, but mountain bikes, dirt bikes, and 4-wheel ATVs.
Wildland fire reported off of West Way near Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 08/26/2012 - 6:04pmUPDATE 7:30PM: Firefighters and engines are being released from the West Way fire incident according to dispatch. Firefighters have been able to get a handle on the fire, said to be about a half acre that burned on U.S. Forest Service land.
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South Lake Tahoe and Lake Valley have responded to a brush fire off of West Way near Highway 89 / Emerald Bay Road. A plume of smoke is visible in the area. The call came into dispatch at around 5:50 p.m. Forest Service firefighters are also on the scene and are scoping the area, said to be in a meadow.
Lake Tahoe agency board moves Regional Plan Update forward
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/23/2012 - 5:04pmThe Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s Regional Plan Update took a major step forward with the Governing Board affirming, in a straw vote, the recommendations of the Plan Update Committee to incorporate a package of revisions into a final plan and accompanying documents.
Lake Tahoe conservation landscape tour features West Shore gardens
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/15/2012 - 3:32pmEvent Date:
August 19, 2012 - 1:00pm
Nine beautiful West Shore gardens and educational talks on conservation landscaping topics highlight the fifth annual Conservation Landscape Tour, one of the signature events produced by the sustainable landscaping experts with the Tahoe Resource Conservation District. Maps for the tour can be picked up on Sunday, August 19 between 1 and 3 pm at the corner of Wilson and Pine Streets in Tahoma, Calif.
Clean Energy Summit Sparks Political Events, Debate Over Government Role In Renewables
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/07/2012 - 6:11amCARSON CITY — With U.S. Sen. Harry Reid’s 5th annual National Clean Energy Summit set to kick off today in Las Vegas, the debate over alternative energy development and the government’s role in its future rages on.
Conservation groups to buy Royal Gorge for $11.25M
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 08/06/2012 - 10:27amSODA SPRINGS, Calif. - Conservation groups are hailing it as the most significant Sierra Nevada land acquisition "in our lifetimes."The 3,000-acre Royal George property west of Truckee will be purc...
Conservation group seals deal to buy Royal Gorge
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 08/06/2012 - 9:38amThe famed 3,000-acre Royal Gorge property on Donner Summit in the Sierra Nevada will be bought and protected from development under an agreement announced today by The Trust for Public Land, the Truckee Donner Land Trust (TDLT), and the Northern Sierra Partnership (NSP).
The agreement is a big change for a property that, as recently as 2007, had been slated for major resort development. That proposal stalled in the face of overwhelming opposition and an unfavorable economic climate – opening the way for conservationists to buy the land when the bank foreclosed on the loan.
Strawberries offer a taste of home
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/02/2012 - 12:07pmI grew up in Watsonville, Calif., the land of strawberries. Around this time of year, the summer scent of strawberries fills the air on San Andreas Road between Manresa Beach and Beach Road. Tak...
Lake Tahoe Federal Advisory Committee meets at U.S. Forest Service
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/01/2012 - 3:38pmEvent Date:
August 9, 2012 - 9:00am
The Lake Tahoe Federal Advisory Committee (LTFAC) is scheduled to meet from 9 a.m. to noon, August 9, 2012, at the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, Calif., 96150. LTFAC will address issues related to federal activities at Lake Tahoe.
Items on the agenda include an update on Lake Tahoe Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act projects, a presentation from the Sugar Pine Foundation, and public comment. Members of the public interested in finding out more about the LTFAC are welcome to attend the meeting.
Proposed Lake Tahoe regulations raises environmental concerns
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 07/30/2012 - 9:57amThe agency that oversees Lake Tahoe is reworking its regional plan. It's the first big overhaul since 1987, and the initial draft has raised concerns about how much and where commercial development will be allowed.
Alex Leff, with the conservation organization Friends of the West Shore, says the main draft plan would allow significant commercial development on recreational land, which makes up 22 percent of Lake Tahoe's Basin.
South Tahoe Wooden Boat Classic set for Friday and Saturday
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/25/2012 - 6:23amEvent Date:
July 27, 2012 - 12:00pm
The South Tahoe Wooden Boat Classic, a Vintage Boat Show for Charity is the Antique and Classic Boat Society, Inc., Northern California/Lake Tahoe Chapter's only ACBS-judged boat show. The 5th annual 2012 boat show is featured July 27-28 at the Tahoe Keys Marina & Yacht Club will display 70 antique and classic boats and gift $12,250 to local charities.
Official: Roughly 900 lightning strikes on Tahoe National Forest land
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/24/2012 - 12:37pmNEVADA COUNTY, Calif. - More lightning bolts struck the Tahoe National Forest Monday evening and Tuesday morning, creating a few more minor fires in remote areas of the forest, officials said.Fr...
Increase in Burning Man crowd size challenged
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/23/2012 - 11:47amRENO, Nev. (AP) - A California man is appealing the U.S. Bureau of Land Management's decision to increase the Burning Man festival's attendance cap in the Nevada desert.Christopher Brooks' appea...
Tahoe Project interview with Chuck Scharer, Edgewood Companies
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The latest podcast interview from Tahoe Project's Michelle Sweeney is with Chuck Scharer, Edgewood Companies chief executive officer.
Another complaint filed in land deal involving ‘Beverly Hillbillies’ star
Submitted by admin on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 6:39amLake Tahoe Resource Conservation District Hires New District Manager
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The Tahoe Resource Conservation District (Tahoe RCD) has hired a new District Manager, John Skeel, who officially takes over duties on July 19 at Tahoe RCD’s offices in South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
Skeel has 24 years of experience working with government organizations and not-for-profit agencies, focused primarily on community services, parks and recreation.
U.S. Forest Service fire chief bans residential burning
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 10:14amThe Forest Service fire chief for the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is suspending residential burning, also known as "dooryard" burning, effective today, Wednesday, July 18, 2012, through the remainder of fire season.
The ban applies to debris burning on private, state and federal lands of El Dorado and Placer counties in the Lake Tahoe Basin, according to a news release.
Residential debris burning is already banned within the South Lake Tahoe city limits, and in both the Tahoe Douglas and North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection districts.
Recreation opportunities on USFS land in Tahoe a concern
Submitted by admin on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 1:59amTribes look to expand casinos beyond reservation land
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/15/2012 - 6:00pmLearning the land
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/15/2012 - 6:00amStudents from the Native Youth Conservation Corps will camp at Hope Valley to learn about Native American heritage and land management this month. NYCC is part of the Sierra Native Alliance, a n...
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