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South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday, January 14, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Winter weather advisory issued for the Lake Tahoe Basin from January 14 at 2:00 p.m. to January 15 at 10:00 a.m.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, January 13, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

There are winds today so lift statuses may change throughout the day.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, January 12, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 45 and a low tonight of 31. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 45. South wind around 5 mph. Tonight: A 20 percent chance of rain after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31. South wind 5 to 15 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday, January 11, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 41 and a low tonight of 18. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 41. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18. South wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, January 10, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Before Hwy 50 it was horses and wagons on the Johnson Cut-Off

The trip is hot and dry. A layer of several feet of dust lined the route, flying around as the wheels of the wagons and hooves of the horses pass over. The road is steep and over granite along the 130 miles from the Carson Valley to Placerville. When not the middle of summer, the road is muddy or buried by snow. A horse could cover the terrain in 24-hours.

The road is Johnson's Cut-off and the year is 1852. It was built by John Calhoun "Cock-eye" Johnson as a way to cut off 50 miles and 2,000 feet in elevation from the common route people took over Donner Summit as they emigrated West.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, January 9, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, January 8, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 35 and a low tonight of 24. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 35. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Tonight: Snow showers after 10pm. Low around 24. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday, January 7, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 33 and a low tonight of 19. Today: Scattered snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.Tonight: Isolated snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, January 6, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum. Due to the new storm, winds may affect lift operations today. This report is as of 8:00 a.m. so follow the links on each resort recap to check current lift status.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, January 5, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Monay, January 4, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, January 3, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 37 and a low tonight of 21. Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 37. East wind around 5 mph. Tonight: A 20 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, January 2, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 33 and a low tonight of 22. Today: Isolated snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 33. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, January 1, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - It's a cold one this morning with a temperature reading of -7 at 7 a.m. South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 23 and a low tonight of 8. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 23. East wind around 10 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 8. East wind around 5 mph becoming southwest after midnight.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday, December 31, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 27 and a low of 9. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 27. East wind around 10 mph. Tonight: A 20 percent chance of light snow. Partly cloudy, with a low around 9. East wind around 10 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, December 30, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 35 and a low of 15]0. Today: A 30 percent chance of snow showers, mainly before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 35. West wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Little or no snow accumulation expected. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. East wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, December 29, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 32 and a low of 15. Today: Occasional flurries before 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 32. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 15. West wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday, December 28, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, December 27, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 36 and a low of 16. Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 36. West wind around 5 mph. Tonight: Scattered snow showers between 10pm and 4am, then snow likely after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Snowshoe hike at Van Sickle for National Winter Trails Day

Event Date: 
January 9, 2016 - 10:00am

Celebrate National Winter Trails Day by participating in a FREE guided snowshoe hike in Van Sickle Bi-State Park on January 9, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will learn about Lake Tahoe’s pristine environment while experiencing the enjoyment of snowshoeing.

There is no cost to participate but it is only open to first 20 people to sign up. Register in advance by calling 530-542-6059 or email: kedwards@cityofslt.us.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, December 26, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - Lake wind advisory until 10:00 a.m. South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 31 and a low of 3. Today: Sunny, with a high near 31. East wind around 10 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 3. East wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - Lake wind advisory until 10:00 a.m. South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 23 and a low of 1. Today: Scattered snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 23. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Little or no snow accumulation expected. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 1. East wind 5 to 15 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, December 23, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 33 and a low of 24. Today: A 10 percent chance of snow after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 33. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: A 50 percent chance of snow, mainly after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Sunday, December 20, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, December 19, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, December 18, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Thursday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, December 16, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 41 and a low of 27. Today: A slight chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Wednesday, December 16, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 37 and a low of 23. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 37. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the morning. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Southwest wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Tuesday, December 15, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 31 and a low of 9. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 31. East wind around 10 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 9. East wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Monday, December 14, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 30 and a low of 10. Isolated snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 30. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. East wind around 5 mph.

South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday

The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Saturday, December 12, 2015 for South Lake Tahoe.

Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high of 38 and a low of 33. Day:A 10 percent chance of snow after 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 38. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Night: A slight chance of snow before 11pm, then rain, possibly mixed with snow. Low around 33. Breezy, with a southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Tree takes out power line in Meyers, 3,500 customers without electricity

A fallen tree in the middle of the forest early Friday morning led to 3,500 Liberty Utilities customers being without power for several hours.

At 1:50 a.m. it was reported that power was cut off to the homes. Crews had to snowshoe into the forest to find out what the problem was, which turned out to be a tree fallen on a power line. They were able to bypass the system and get power up to about 3,100 customers by 9 a.m.

Teachers can now reserve spots for fifth grade USFS Winter Trek

Local fifth grade teachers may reserve a spot for the the 2016 Winter Trek Conservation Education program starting on Monday, December 14, 2015.

Led by Forest Service rangers and community volunteers, the Winter Trek program offers fifth-graders an outdoor winter ecology learning experience that takes place at 9,100 feet via the Gondola at Heavenly Mountain Resort. The program includes a snowshoe physical education adventure, while learning about fire and forest ecology of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Family and pet-friendly Halloween fun in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
October 31, 2015 (All day)

Halloween on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe will have something for all ages. Here are some activities for kids:

Lego Block Party at the South Lake Tahoe Library at 10 a.m. - Design, build, invent with Legos! Join us as we build with Legos and Duplo blocks. The whole family is welcome. Your Lego creation will be displayed in the library until next month’s Block Party when the fun begins again. All blocks will be provided. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Chautauqua: Steve Hale portrays George Whittell, Jr., "Playboy Millionaire Who Built the Thunderbird Lodge"

Event Date: 
June 10, 2015 - 6:30pm

Chautauqua performer Steve Hale will present “George Whittell, Jr." who lived off the interest generated by the millions he inherited from his parents. His enormous assets allowed him to purchase the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe where he built the Thunderbird Lodge in the 1930s. The house was designed by prominent Reno architect Frederick DeLongchamps. This included a six-hundred-foot tunnel connected to a boat house to berth the “Thunderbird”, his fifty-five-foot mahogany yacht.

Location

Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States

Who needs snow for snowshoe cocktail race finale?

Event Date: 
March 21, 2015 - 7:00pm

In true Tahoe fashion, a lack of snow has brought out the creative planning by the organizers of the annual Camp Richardson Snowshoe Cocktail Race. The popular race will take place on the beach in front of the Beacon Bar and Grill. If the weather forecast holds out, the race will be on sand instead of snow.

Racers will go head to head in the finale of Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races March 21 at 7 p.m., with registration starting at 5 p.m.

Snowshoe cocktail races continue at Camp Richardson

Event Date: 
February 21, 2015 - 7:00pm

Run. Balance. Win. Oh, and attempt that in snowshoes.

The next in a three-part series of Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races, is set for Feb. 21, at 7 p.m. Racers, cocktail trays in hand, navigate through obstacles and up and down the beach. The winner is the fastest and driest at the finish. Prizes range from dining certificates and marina rentals. Registration is free in multiple race categories. www.camprichardson.com

Who: Novice, amateur and expert snowshoe racers (Snowshoes are provided.)

Meet legendary Snowshoe Thompson during Lake Tahoe snowshoe trek

Event Date: 
February 28, 2015 - 10:00am

Enjoy a fun snowshoe trek which can be enjoyed by history buffs and family alike. This special snowshoe event, put on by the Tahoe Rim Trail Association, will take participants over historic parts of the famous trail used between Genoa, Nevada and Hangtown (Placerville), California.

Thomson famously carried the mail for two decades in the mid-1800s. Along the route, trekkers will meet and follow “Snowshoe” himself in the person of costumed Chautauqua performer Steve Hale of Comstock Characters. Bring your imagination and be prepared to be transported back to the winter of 1865.

February Music Scene: Jefferson Starship, Lewis Black, Winstrong, Love and Light, ALO

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

Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races start on January 17

Event Date: 
January 17, 2015 (All day)

Can you run in snowshoes? Can you run and carry a tray full of drinks in snowshoes? How about just watching people try?

The start of Camp Richardson’s Snowshoe Cocktail Races, a three-part series, is set for Jan. 17, at 7 p.m.

Racers, cocktail trays in hand, navigate through obstacles, and up and down the beach. The winner is the fastest and cleanest at the finish.

South Lake Tahoe snowshoe trek celebrates National Winter Trails Day

Event Date: 
January 10, 2015 - 10:00am

Hiking and exploring aren't just summer sports in Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) will show you how to enjoy those activities as part of National Winter Trails Day on January 10.

They will guide snowshoers through the historic Van Sickle Bi-State Park after meeting at Explore Tahoe Urban Trailhead where participants will learn about the park.

Generation Green of South Lake Tahoe will join the leaders from TRTA as they guide people through the three mile round trip trek, highlighting a variety of winter, forest health, and fire ecology along the way.

Free guided New Year's Day hike at Spooner Lake

Get outdoors and celebrate the New Year with a free guided hike at Spooner Lake State Park. This will be a snowshoe hike if there is adequate snow. The outing will follow the Spooner Lake loop trail, which is a little over two miles. Very little change in elevation makes this trail a family favorite. Park entrance fees are waived for hike participants.

The hike will take place on January 1 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Spooner Lake State Park is located on Highway 28, ½ mile north of the intersection with Highway 50.

Time for teachers to register for USFS WInter Trek program

Each winter, groups of students participate in the US Forest Service's Winter Trek Program in South Lake Tahoe.

Genoa Cowboy Festival and Sippin' Sunday This Weekend

In 1851, Genoa became the first settlement in the Nevada Territory and was full of cowboys and settlers. cowboys and ranchers have shared work, words and music here. The first "thirst parlor," the Genoa Bar, came along two years later to serve drinks to those traveling the California Trail as well as others finding themselves in the West.

Hike or Bike the Tahoe Rim Trail in Bits and Pieces This Summer

Does hiking or biking the 165 miles of the Tahoe Rim Trail seem interesting but rather daunting?

The Tahoe Rim Trail Challenge may be just what the doctor ordered since you have all summer to accomplish the whole trail.

Hikers can choose to walk six easy treks of two to six miles each and become a Tahoe Rim Trail Challenger, or, if they want a bit more challenge, there are six moderate hikes of six to 12 miles each to earn Trail Blazer status.

Olympic Heritage Week Begins in Lake Tahoe

During the winter of 1960, athletes from around the world came to Lake Tahoe to participate in the Winter Olympic Games. The biathlon and cross country events were held in what is now Sugar Pine Point State Park. A celebration of the area's snow heritage begins Saturday with a series of events to showcase makes the region so special.

1960 Squaw Valley Olympian Returns to Granlibakken as Outdoor Recreation Consultant

Olympic greatness returns to Lake Tahoe this winter at Granlibakken Conference Center & Lodge with 1960 Olympic medal winner Joe Pete Wilson. Wilson will consultant for the resort's ski and sled operation and help celebrate Olympic Heritage week, Jan. 11-19.

Tahoe Winter Trek Program Begins in South Lake Tahoe

The popular South Lake Tahoe winter education program for fifth graders, Winter Trek Conservation Education, begins a new series of classes in January.

Local teachers may reserve a spot for their class beginning on Monday, December 16 by calling the Forest Service at 530-543-2694, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Winter Trek begins Tuesday, January 7, 2014, and continues through March 27, 2014, weather permitting. Field trips are generally three hours long and are offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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