SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. November 28, 2016 – During the search and rescue efforts for Vince Scalise, a 41-year-old from Phoenix, AZ, his body was found today by searchers. Mr. Scalise was found at the junction of Panther Creek and the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River in Sequoia National Park. https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/news/missing-hikers-body-found.htm … Read more
KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Calif. November 28, 2016 – Are you looking for something fun to do with your family and friends to celebrate the holidays? Would you like to honor those who fought and died for our freedom? If so, you are invited to attend the 91st Trek to the Nation’s Christmas Tree ceremony … Read more
SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. November 27, 2016 – Park officials are requesting the public’s help with information regarding a missing hiker. Saturday night, November 26, 2016, park dispatch was notified of an overdue hiker visiting the wilderness of Sequoia National Park. Vince Scalise, a 41-year-old from Phoenix, AZ, was supposed to return … Read more
Santa True comes to Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Winter events feature a giant singing Christmas Tree, Holly Feet & Grinch’s Groove Christmas Shows, Grinch Look-A-Like contests, skiing with Olympic Gold Medalist Jonny Moseley, ice sculpture demonstrations, parades, and much more! Live performances by the Utah Ballroom Dance Company, Truckee Dance Factory, Reno Jazz Orchestra, Silver … Read more
You found one of our Archived Stories. for the latest on these resort opening click here . Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Open Wednesday, Nov. 23; Kirkwood Mountain Resort Opens Saturday, Nov. 26 North and South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Nov. 23, 2016 – This weekend’s snow storms delivered as much as 11 inches … Read more
SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. November 17, 2016 – Despite the cooler temperatures, fire season continues in the parks. The following is an update on ongoing fires within park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/news/update-on-fires-in-the-parks.htm Source: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park New
The winning entry for the 2017 Lassen Annual Pass photo contest features an American pika on the Lassen Peak trail and was submitted by Michele Swartout of Red Bluff, CA. https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/2017-photo-contest.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
Forest to Sell Christmas Tree Cutting Permits Beginning November 14. For the first time in several decades, the Eldorado National Forest will sell Christmas tree cutting permits. Permits for pine, fir or cedar trees up to 6 inches in diameter at the base will be available beginning November 14, 2016. “The goal of this program … Read more
South Lake Tahoe Ca, November 16, 2016 – As Heavenly and the rest of South Lake Tahoe look on today hoping the forecast for snow on the mountains brings more than expected. Heavenly Ski Resort continues its preparations for an opening day Next week. In the mean-time the added advantages of their new mountain coaster … Read more
A homicide investigation by the National Park Service (NPS) Investigative Services Branch, Visalia Police Department, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has led to a guilty verdict. On November 9, 2016, a jury convicted Miguel Villegas Pacheco, age 35, of first-degree murder in the 2013 death of his 14-year-old stepson. https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/news/jury-finds-man-guilty-of-first-degree-murder-after-a-multi-agency-investigation.htm Source: Sequoia & … Read more
SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. November 14, 2016 –Ignitions are now complete for the Deadwood Prescribed Burn. The total area treated since Thursday afternoon is 185-acres. The remaining 93-acres of the target 278-acres should be consumed as the middle of unit backs down towards the river over the next several days. https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/news/ignitions-on-deadwood-prescribed-burn-now-complete.htm Source: Sequoia & Kings … Read more
SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. November 10, 2016 – Following a successful test burn this morning, and a determination by the burn boss and fire management staff, the Deadwood Prescribed Burn has started in Sequoia National Park. Ignitions will continue for four to five days, including two to four days of aerial ignitions. https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/news/ignitions-have-started-for-deadwood-prescribed-burn.htm Source: Sequoia … Read more
The Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park will reopen at Noon today to all vehicular traffic. The road has been closed due to recent storm activity in the Yosemite region. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/tiogareopen.htm Source: Yosemite National Park News
North and South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Nov. 3, 2016 – Lake Tahoe experienced a 400 percent increase in average rainfall for the month of October according to the National Weather Service, culminating in “the second wettest October in recorded history.” The weather is setting up Tahoe’s most consistent and reliable snow surfaces for the … Read more
Yosemite National Park will offer free admission to the public in honor of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11, 2016. This fee free day is offered to all park visitors in honor of current members, retired members, and reserve members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-national-park-to-waive-entrance-fees-for-veterans-day-2016.htm Source: Yosemite National Park News
SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. November 3, 2016 – Beginning on November 10, National Park Service fire staff will commence with a prescribed burn in the Mineral King area of the park known as the Deadwood Prescribed Burn. The purpose of this operation is to reduce hazardous fuel loadings and maintain the natural fire cycle in … Read more
Olympic Valley, Calif – Nov. 1, 2016 — Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows officially launched its new mobile application, designed to enhance the guest experience on and off the mountain with easy group creation and tracking, detailed performance tracking, Village navigation, lift ticket pre-purchase capabilities and real-time lift, trail and snow data. With the resort opening … Read more
Truckee Ca, Nov. 2, 2016 – Each year, first Saturday in August or the last Saturday in July, marks the Squaw Mountain Run, a run or hike that begins at the base of Squaw and ends at High Camp. Twenty-sixteen marked the 36th annual SMR with around 350 participants. The ASC Training Center, a non-profit, … Read more
Christmas tree permits to go on sale in the Lake Tahoe Basin SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. –The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will begin the sale of Christmas tree permits on Monday, November 7, 2016. Permits cost $10 each (cash or check preferred on South Shore, cash or check only on … Read more
The El Portal Road (Hwy 140) within Yosemite National Park will reopen this evening to all vehicular traffic at 7:00 pm this evening. The road closed yesterday afternoon due to a rockfall, which resulted in several large boulders falling and landing on the road. There were no injuries associated with the rockfall. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/el-portal-road-hwy-140-within-yosemite-national-park-to-reopen.htm Source: Yosemite … Read more
The Reds Meadow Valley Road is closed for the 2016 season. The Inyo National Forest makes every effort to keep the Reds Meadow Valley Road open through October 15th. After October 15th, the road remains open until natural conditions such as snow or ice warrants closure of the road. The road temporarily closed for a … Read more
