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Park City taps Tahoe official for transportation planning efforts
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/21/2015 - 7:47pmCity Hall has tapped an official from the Lake Tahoe region to helm the municipal government's transportation planning efforts, selecting someone from one of Park City's mountain resort competitors for the position.
Alfred Knotts will leave the Tahoe Transportation District to become the transportation planning manager in Park City. He will succeed the retiring Kent Cashel. City Hall announced the hiring in a prepared statement.
Who Stole Winter? How to adapt to a devastating drought in the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/17/2015 - 12:05am
"You have to adapt to changes in life or you won't survive," John Rice told a crowd at Wednesday's 'Tahoe Talks' held at LTCC.
"Change is happening, clearly we're in a drought, whether it's here for short term, or long term, time will tell," said Rice, the VP and General Manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe. "The ski industry has the most to lose in a drought."
Proposals sought for public art display at South Lake Tahoe's Champions Plaza
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2015 - 6:39pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe has completed the groundwork for Champions Plaza and now they're looking for an artist(s) to create an original art piece and/or flag designs to be permanently displayed at the the plaza located on the corner o Highway 50 and Lakeview Avenue, across from Lakeview Commons.
New rules for South Lake Tahoe vacation home rentals
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/07/2015 - 10:21pm
There was standing room only at Tuesday's City Council meeting as changes to the current Vacation Home Rental (VHR) ordinance were on the agenda.
Most of the audience was from the real estate and home rental management companies, both of whom felt there would be a lot of loss should a stricter policy be enforced.
Project Baseline: Lake Tahoe - Why New Millennium Divers became Citizen Scientists
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 04/05/2015 - 4:09pm
Let us start with a common interactive scenario for Lake Tahoe:
40 years ago a family came to Lake Tahoe, walked to the water’s edge of a very full lake (on that day in 1975, Tahoe’s surface elevation was at 6228 feet), and said, “What a beautiful lake! Look how clear it is!” and they spent the rest of their vacation not knowing the environmental direction that Tahoe was heading.
Lake Tahoe Tourism Forum to focus on trends, marketing and visibility
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 9:52am
Event Date:
April 21, 2015 - 3:30pm A tourism forum will be held in South Lake Tahoe April 21 to discuss the issues that may impact local tourism, recreation and the economy in the future as well as marketing and trends the South Shore should embrace.
Location
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Douglas County invites public to review Johnson Lane Park plans
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/28/2015 - 10:26pm
Event Date:
April 7, 2015 - 6:00pm
The Douglas County Parks and Recreation Commission invites the community to review the phased improvements planned for Johnson Lane Park located on Stephanie Way during its Commission meeting on April 7, 2015, 6:00 pm at Piñon Hills Elementary School.
The Parks & Recreation Commission will be reviewing a conceptual phased improvement plan for the Johnson Lane Park. The estimated construction budget for the improvements is $750,000 and will include the following:
• A new playground system
• A picnic pavilion
• A restroom remodel
TRPA Board approves Heavenly's Epic Discovery project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 4:09pm
Heavenly's Epic Discovery project passed their biggest hurdle Thursday as the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's (TRPA) Governing Board unanimously approved the newest year-round recreational experience in South Lake Tahoe. With it, comes a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike. Epic Discovery will include new zip lines, sky cycle tree canopy tours, a mountain bike park and trails, ropes courses, and interpretive and educational tours to teach visitors about the Lake Tahoe Region’s cultural and environmental resources.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/26/2015 - 10:00pm
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to for the week of March 12 to March 18, 2015. They responded to 183 calls during the 7 day period.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
3/12
No Arrests
3/13
DUI in the 3800 block of Steven Lane
Threats in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Unlicensed Driver at Tamarack and Ski Rn Blvd
3/14
Drunk in Public in the 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Trespassing in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
Mild Weather allows Lake Tahoe recreation spots to open early
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/26/2015 - 7:25pm
Beaches, parks, trailheads, campgrounds and popular Lake Tahoe viewing areas will start opening on April 1 for the 2015 season, almost two months ahead of schedule.
A mild winter has allowed the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) to start opening the popular areas but they won't be fully opened since they won't be fully staffed until closer to summer.
Give input on Bijou Bike Park's final design at community meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 8:30pm
Event Date:
April 2, 2015 - 5:30pm
It is getting close to the final design approval on the Bijou Bike Park and the City of South Lake Tahoe and Bijou Bike Park Association would like the public's input before submitting it.
The meeting will be held at the multi-purpose room at Bijou Elementary School located at 3501 Spruce Avenue in South Lake Tahoe.
Vaccination holdouts a disparate mix of rural, populous counties
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 7:44pm
As word of California’s measles outbreak spread to even remote Mariposa County, health officer Robert Ryder tried to capitalize on the alarming news by reaching out to families whose children weren’t fully vaccinated.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 7:20pm
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county.
The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at press time and the story will be updated when provided.
3/15
7:13 a.m. - DUI - Highway 50 - 32-YEAR OLD MALE SUSPECT STOPPED FOR INVESTIGATORY PURPOSES AND VEHICLE CODE VIOLATIONS. SUSPECT FOUND TO BE DUI AND HE WAS TURNED OVER TO CHP.
Mobile food bank comes to South Lake Tahoe March 25
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/20/2015 - 7:35am
Event Date:
March 25, 2015 - 10:00am
Are you, or someone you know, in need of emergency food supplies? The Food Bank of El Dorado County will be in South Lake Tahoe to host a Mobile Food Pantry Distribution on Wednesday, March 25th, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to bring food to those who need it most. They will be there rain or shine.
They welcome any locals who are struggling to make ends meet to come to the American Legion parking lot during that hour to receive supplemental groceries and fresh produce. The Food Bank will provide one allocation per household.
South Lake Tahoe Middle School Connectivity Plan update
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/18/2015 - 9:17pm
Community members, school officials, local planners and agencies have been involved with the South Tahoe Middle School Connectivity Plan for months and the final plan will soon be available. The goal has been to create safer, more walkable and bikeable off highway routes around South Tahoe Middle School (STMS), Bijou Park and Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC). A $150,000 grant from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency to the Lake Tahoe Unified School District got the activity in motion.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/16/2015 - 10:36pm
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to for the week of March 5 to March 12, 2015. They responded to 155 calls during the 7 day period.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
3/5
Spousal Abuse in the 1100 block of Margaret Avenue
Drunk in Public in the 2100 block of South Avenue
DUI in the 1300 block of Johnson Blvd.
3/6
Driving on a suspended/revoked license at Stockton & Palmira Avenue
Petty Theft in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
3/7
Vails Resorts reports 95% increase in second quarter income
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/12/2015 - 9:44pm
Good news for shareholders of Vail Resorts Thursday after the results for the second quarter of the fiscal year were released. Vail operates real estate, ski resort and lodging segments including Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar Mountain Resorts in Lake Tahoe.
Vail Resort's net income was $115.8 million for the second fiscal quarter of 2015, representing a 95.3% increase compared to the same period last year.
Reno to address climate change in growth policies
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/12/2015 - 12:10amThe strategic plan crafted by the Reno City Council this week will include a measure to ensure that climate change is addressed in the city's policies on growth.
At the council's day-long retreat Tuesday, Councilman David Bobzien argued climate change and the drought are already affecting city resources and poses a threat to the council's goal of providing "sustainable services."
"There's straight up city stuff we've got to be doing on this," Bobzien said, rejecting a suggestion that it should be left to other governmental entities."
Tahoe local pass to offer skiing and riding at nine resorts in 2015/16
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/10/2015 - 11:24am
Vail Resorts announced today that the 2015-16 Tahoe local's pass will open up access to nine resorts.
Health benefits boost board compensation in Sacramento/Tahoe special districts
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 7:52amMost people elected to special district boards receive no compensation to oversee the agencies that provide services such as water or local park maintenance.
But some district directors receive annual salaries approaching $20,000 and health benefits for a position that has few requirements besides preparing for and attending meetings.
Of the nearly 1,000 special district board members in the capital region, about 70 percent received no compensation, The Sacramento Bee found in an analysis of 2013 salary data recently released by the California State Controller's Office.
Dirty Cello to perform at Park 968's CoffeePub
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/08/2015 - 9:23pm
Event Date:
March 14, 2015 - 7:30pm
Described as "B.B. King meets Yo-Yo Ma," Dirty Cello from San Francisco will be performing in South Lake Tahoe at Park 968's CoffeePub on Saturday, March 14.
Dirty Cello, led by Rebecca Roudman, will be bringing their unique sound to the South Shore during their west coast tour. Described as crossover cellists, Dirty Cello presents a high energy mix of soulful blues, swingin’ gypsy jazz and wild Euro-gypsy dance music.
Forest Service fire operations resuming around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/08/2015 - 8:48pm
Smoke be seen around the lake starting on Monday, March 9 due to the Nevadd Division of Forestry and U.S. Forest Service fire operations.
Burning is scheduled to take place southwest of Meeks Bay, on Gardner Mountain near South Tahoe High School and off Gardner Street, Luther Pass near Grass Lake, Ski Run Boulevard near Heavenly, near Logan Creek Drive on the East Shore, Slaughterhouse Canyon and Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park north of Spooner Summit.
Operations may last through the next several weeks as conditions allow.
South Lake Tahoe getting closer to having new bike park
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/03/2015 - 11:44pm
Boulder, Colorado has one. Portland, Oregon has one. Even Roseville and Truckee, California have one. If plans go as they appeared to during a presentation at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, South Lake Tahoe will soon have one.
What is it?
"It" is a combination BMX track and mountain bike skills park which will be located at the city owned Bijou Park.
Bijou Bike Park Association (BBPA) and Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA) President Ben Fish laid out the proposed plan to the Council and community.
Bijou Bike Park on Tuesday's City Council agenda
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/02/2015 - 12:03am
The Bijou Bike Park will take a step towards reality on Tuesday if the South Lake Tahoe City Council votes to approve the funding and in-kind services staff is recommending.
Members of the Bijou Bike Park Association (BBPA) presented the original project to the City back in September of 2011, and since then they've been working non-stop in their efforts to create the park. South Lake Tahoe BMX and Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association have been helping BBPA in their efforts.
South Lake Tahoe non-profits want the City's old parking meters
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/28/2015 - 3:40pm
The donation of some of the City of South Lake Tahoe's parking meters will be decided at Tuesday's City Council meeting.
Two area non-profits, the SLT Police Canine Association and the Bijou Bike Park Association, would like to have some of them in order to solicit voluntary donations.
The canine group wants two of them, one to place in front of the Regan Beach Dog Water Park and the Bijou Dog Park. The bikers will place theirs at the new Bijou ike Park BMX track. Each group will be responsible for their maintenance and operation.
Forest Service resumes fire operations at a dozen locations around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/28/2015 - 10:57am
Joint fire operations by the Nevada Division of Forestry and U.S. Forest Service are resuming in the Lake Tahoe area.
Depnding on weather conditions, South Shore operations will take place on Gardner Mountain near STHS and off of Gardner Street, in Christmas Valley, Luther Pass near Grass Lake, on Ski Run Blvd. near Heavenly Valley, on lower Kingsbury near Easy Street, Logan Creek Drive and southwest of Meeks Bay. On the Northern half, activity will be seen in the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park north of Spooner Summmet off Hwy 28 and at Memorial Point near Sand Harbor.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/24/2015 - 11:39pm
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to for the week of February 13 to February 19, 2015. They responded to 158 calls during the 7 day period.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
2/13
DUI in the 2000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Domestic Battery in the 700 block of Emerald Bay Rd
2/14
DUI in the 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Petty Theft in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Petty Theft in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
2/15
Heavenly's Epic Discovery Project gets closer to reality
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/24/2015 - 9:54pm
Heavenly Mountain Resort added summertime activities to the top of the gondola last summer but that was only the beginning if the Epic Discovery Project gets approval from the necessary agencies.
Opinion: Tahoe Paradise Park meetings now orderly and focused
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/22/2015 - 8:49pm
Gone was the yelling between board members. Gone was the yelling from the residents in the crowd. Gone was the uncomfortable feeling I had watching a Tahoe Paradise Resort Improvement District (TPRID) board meeting. Gone were the bullies. Gone were the mistruths.
Present was teamwork, respect, order, transparency and a general commitment to make the park a viable one that families, residents and visitors could enjoy.
History in the Neighborhood: Dangberg Ranch
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/21/2015 - 10:23pm
South Tahoe Now is starting a new series of stories about historical places to visit, all within a couple of hours drive from South Lake Tahoe.
The Sierra Nevada and Carson Valley are rich in history. I knew this growing up, but never really appreciated it until I was well into adulthood. Having lived in South Lake Tahoe for over 35 years , I continue to learn about the area’s history and historical points of interest, and appreciate the previous residents more every day.
Heavy snow headed to central Nevada
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/21/2015 - 1:09am
Heavy snow is on its way to central Nevada, prompting a winter storm watch for part of the Silver State.
The winter storm watch in effect from Saturday evening through Monday morning, the National Weather Service reports.
Some details:
•4 to 8 inches of snow in the valleys
•8 to 16 inches of snow in the mountains.
•2 feet of snow locally on the mountains of southeast White Pine County, including Great Basin National Park.
Post by US National Weather Service Elko NV:
"Snow will begin early Sunday morning across White Pine County," the weather service said.
South Lake Tahoe hotel offering big discounts until it snows six inches
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/20/2015 - 11:56pm
It's a twist on annual South Lake Tahoe "Pray for Snow" parties where visitors might just want to "Pray for No Snow."
Park 968, a boutique hotel near Stateline has launches a 40% discount for on all rooms until it snows six inches in South Lake Tahoe. Not only do guests get to enjoy the discount, they also get two complimentary drinks and massage specials.
“This is a gambling town after all. I wouldn’t hesitate on this deal, the next freak storm could be here any moment.” Said Chris Minnes, General Manager of 968 Park Hotel.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/18/2015 - 10:51pm
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to for the week of February 6 to February 12, 2015. They responded to 190 calls during the 7 day period.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
2/6
Drunk in Public in the 2100 block of South Ave
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd
Battery in the 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
2/7
DUI in the 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Traffic Collision with no injury in the 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
2/8
Echo Summit project will impact South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/18/2015 - 12:00am
No matter which alternative is chosen to address the aging Echo Summit bridge, there will be an impact to South Lake Tahoe.
The 76-year old portion of Highway 50 over Echo Summit that is being considered for either replacement or rehabilitation is actually three spans of a bridge, much of which is cracking, spalling or rusting.
Heavenly's Epic Project closer to reality; Final environmental report ready
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/13/2015 - 9:57pm
The final environmental impact report on Heavenly Mountain Resort's Epic Discovery Project has been completed and is now ready for public review. The new project, located at Heavenly Mountain Resort, will expand their summer activities to include more canopy tours, hiking and biking trails as well as interpretive activities.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/11/2015 - 6:07pm
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to for the week of January 30 to February 5, 2015. They responded to 175 calls during the 7 day period.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
1/30
Drug Offense in the 3500 block of Pioneer Trail
Drunk in Public in the 1100 block of Lyons Ave
Violation of Court Order in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blv
1/31
Vandalism in the 1400 block of Keller Rd
2/1
Battery in the 3800 block of Pioneer Trail
February Music Scene: Jefferson Starship, Lewis Black, Winstrong, Love and Light, ALO
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/07/2015 - 1:31am
February 01 Unkle Funkle @ McP's
Super Bowl Party @ Himmel Haus
Seraphin @ Northstar
February 02 Mark Wilson @ McP's
Ben Fuller @ West Shore Cafe
DJ Lambchop @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 03 Coop Da Loop, Dub Coling, Resonant Language @ Whisky Dick's
Buddy Emmer Blues Band @ Harrah's
Open Mic w/ Lucas Arizu @ Fat Cat Cafe
February 4-8 Alan Havey / Joe Dosch @ Improv at Harveys
February 04 Zebuel, Haylestorm, IJV @ The Grid
Chris Emmington @ fat Cat Cafe
February 05 The Saddle Tramps @ Hard Rock Hotel
Taking Root @ Rojo's
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/06/2015 - 12:26am
The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to for the week of January 23 to January 29, 2015. They responded to 167 calls during the 7 day period.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
1/23
No Arrests
1/24
Spousal Abuse in the 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drug Offense in the 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd
1/25
Drunk in Public in the 900 block of Park Ave
DUI at Tahoe Keys Blvd & Lake Tahoe Blvd
DUI at Pioneer Trail & Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 3500 block of Shirley Ave
Watercolor Demonstration by Lady Jill Mueller
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/05/2015 - 7:08am
Event Date:
February 11, 2015 - 6:00pm The Tahoe Art League is pleased to invite the public to observe a demonstration in watercolor techniques by Lady Jill Mueller, to be held as part of its monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 11th, at 6:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center. This event is free.
Lady Jill’s landscapes of the High Sierra/Great Basin region beautifully depict our mountainous high desert terrain with skill that leads the viewer to the sensation that they are part of the scene, admiring nature.
Sierra Nevada Red Fox Spotted for First Time in Nearly 100 Years at Yosemite
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/29/2015 - 8:59pm
For the first time since World War I was ongoing, a rare Sierra Nevada red fox was spotted in Yosemite National Park. The video above shows the fox making tracks through the snow-covered mountains early this past December.
The National Park Service said in a press release that two documented sightings have occurred in park since early December, one on Dec. 13, and another on Jan 4. These marks the first confirmed sightings of the rare fox in the park in nearly 100 years.
Five Tahoe/Reno area skiers named to US Ski Team
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/29/2015 - 12:43am
World Champions Lindsey Vonn (Vail, CO), Ted Ligety (Park City, UT), Bode Miller (Franconia, NH) and Mikaela Shiffrin (Eagle-Vail, CO) headline a strong group of 26 athletes, 14 men and 12 women, named by the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association to compete in the 2015 FIS Alpine Ski World Championships Feb. 2-15 in Vail/Beaver Creek on home turf. Joining them will be five-time medalist Julia Mancuso (Squaw Valley, CA) as well as Audi FIS Ski World Cup downhill winners Travis Ganong (Squaw Valley, CA) and Steven Nyman (Sundance, UT).
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino opens in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/29/2015 - 12:16am
It was a huge project, remodeling an aging hotel and casino that hadn't seen glory days in decades. Many thought seven months wasn't going to be enough time to turn the old Horizon casino into a fresh and new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. All doubts were tossed aside Wednesday night as the epic rock and roll branded property opened up to large crowds, full bars and packed table games.
STHS grad returns to the South Shore as Hard Rock's new Executive Chef
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/28/2015 - 10:57pm
Nothing like returning to your hometown with a bang in the midst of the biggest thing to happen in South Lake Tahoe in quite some time. Jonathan Snyder, a 1991 graduate of South Tahoe High, returned to his roots Wednesday as the Executive Chef at the newly opened Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
Snyder greeted the media on Wednesday during the media tours of the hotel, restaurants and casino.
Bijou Dog Park reopens after Parvovirus outbreak
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/26/2015 - 10:39pm
The South Lake Tahoe Dog Park located at Bijou Park has reopened.
The park was closed on January 13 as a precautionary measure after several local dogs became infected with Parvovirus. Since then, it has been thoroughly cleaned under the recommendation of the South Lake Tahoe Humane Society.
Agencies to continue prescribed fire operations around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/24/2015 - 1:33am
California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations on Monday, January 26, 2015. Operations may take place near Tahoe City on Highway 28 between Rocky Ridge and Lake Forest, near Emerald Bay at Eagle Point Campground, the Boat Camp and behind Vikingsholm, Gardner Mountain near South Tahoe High School, Luther Pass near Grass Lake, Ski Run Boulevard near Heavenly, and on the East Shore near Logan Creek Drive and the north side of Spooner Summit. Operations will last through the next several weeks as conditions allow.
Sue Novasel vows to get Tahoe Paradise park district back on track
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/23/2015 - 2:01am
It was another packed house meeting on Thursday night for the Tahoe Paradise Resort Improvement District.
The last few meetings have been full of anger, dysfunction, arguing and mis-information. Many came to this board meeting hoping to have answers and a clear understanding of what the future holds for the Tahoe Paradise Park, which the board oversees.
It was clear early on that this meeting was going to be more of the same.
City Council News: Lot sells for $1.1M; Raises given; Connolly and Regan Beach updates
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/21/2015 - 12:04am
The City Council Tuesday formalized the offer on the SW corner lot on Ski Run Blvd and Highway 50. The lot, along with 12,000 square feet of commercial floor area (CFA), was sold for $1.1 million to Halferty Development Company.
South Lake Tahoe skier Kyle Smaine a leader on Revolution Tour
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/19/2015 - 8:20pm
South Lake Tahoe Olympian Maddie Bowman used the U.S. Revolution Tour as a stepping stone to the Olympics, and fellow SLT freeskier Kyle Smaine is making his move on the same tour.
An early season leader, Smaine is now headed to the tour's next stop January 26 to 30 at Pennsylvania's Seven Springs Mountain Resort.
Heavenly opens new terrain for holiday weekend
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/17/2015 - 10:35pm
Vail Resorts announced the opening of the Terrain Park and Mombo Trail just in time for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend, one of the biggest winter weekends in South Lake Tahoe.
Groove Park is Heavenly’s most popular progression park, providing an ideal learning environment for beginners with a variety of features including five rails, one bonk and two jumps.
Babe Ruth 2015 Registration
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/17/2015 - 4:50pm
It is now time to sign up to play in the 2015 Babe Ruth season in South Lake Tahoe.
The next sign updates will be on January 21 and 28 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Kahle Community Center, February 5 and 25 at the South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and then again at the Ice Arena at the same time on March 5.
Tryouts will then be held on Sunday March 22 and 29 at 10 a.m.
The Babe Ruth League is expecting a six team with with 12 players on each team. Joining the players on each roster will be a Manager, Coach and Assistant Coach (a Varsity Player).
