Month: March 2019

Arcade Belts to Host 5th Annual Mothership Classic at Squaw Valley

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Arcade Belts to Host 5th Annual Mothership Classic at Squaw Valley to Raise Funds for Tahoe-Based Nonprofit Olympic Valley, Calif.] March 20, 2019–With all of the new Tahoe snow, Squaw Valley skiers’ and snowboarders’ spirits are sure to be high in their quest to raise funds for the High Fives Foundation. The 5th annual Mothership Classic … Read more

Sierra-at-Tahoe Launches the Sierra Playgrounds

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – March 24, 2019—Celebrating 25 years of award-winning terrain parks, Sierra-at-Tahoe is proud to announce the launch of the Sierra Playgrounds. A collection of eight terrain parks spanning across Sierra’s 2,000 skiable acres and including the only halfpipe in South Lake Tahoe, the Playgrounds are a place for everyone to progress, … Read more

Backpacking Young Lakes in Yosemite National Park

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Sunset on Young Lakes white mountain and Mt Conness in Yosemite

Sierra Rec Magazine, August 2018 – Backpacking in Yosemite is a life goal for many who visit this pristine granite palace in the High Sierra.  As a beginning backpacker, I was overjoyed to learn in March that we had secured 6 passes into the Yosemite Wilderness and Young Lakes, for my first backpacking experience ever.  … Read more

Time to Visit California's Gold Country

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California’s Gold Country will soon be in full bloom & It is Time to Start Chasing Waterfalls in Tuolumne County’s Yosemite Sierra Rec Magazine – Tuolumne County, CA – March 21,2019 – Spring brings wildflowers, waterfalls, and longer days to explore the abundance of adventure in Tuolumne County. California’s Gold Country will soon be in … Read more

Youth Groups Invited to Apply to Lassen Volcano Adventure Camp

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Sierra Rec Magazine – National Park News – March 20, 2019 – Lassen Volcanic National Park and its partner Lassen Park Foundation invite youth groups to plan their night under the stars at the Volcano Adventure Camp this summer. Lassen Park Foundation will accept applications for grants to cover the cost of a trip to … Read more

National Park Foundation and Winnebago Industries Announce New Partnership Supporting America’s National Parks

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FOREST CITY — For more than six decades, Winnebago Industries has created products that enable customers to explore America’s national parks. Today, Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, strengthened that connection by announcing a multi-year partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF), the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, … Read more

Death Valley Hosts Record 1,678,660 Visitors in 2018

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Has the general public finally realized the stunning beauty of Death Valley DEATH VALLEY, CA –Death Valley National Park’s visitation has doubled in the past 9 years and increased by 30% over the past year. In 2018, a record 1,678,660 people recreated in the park.  “It’s really exciting to see so many people from around … Read more

Yosemite National Park Announces Late Seasonal Openings for Several Park Facilities

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Significant damage from heavy winter snowpack has resulted in delayed openings Yosemite National Park announces that there will be late seasonal openings to facilities throughout the park. These late openings are due to the exceptionally heavy snowpack in Yosemite National Park and the subsequent extensive damage to many park facilities. Yosemite National Park experienced significant … Read more

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Spotify Podcast Sierra REC Now

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Sunset on Young Lakes white mountain and Mt Conness in Yosemite

We are excited to bring you a new voice in outdoor recreation and digital Podcasts. Sierra Rec Now is a developing concept of Interviews, Thoughts, recommendations and general “Whats Up in the Sierra” moments brought to you from the team at Sierra REC!

Do you have a story to tell? Seeking guests for 2020 as we ramp up this new Voice we are looking for interesting voices and takes on Recreation tourism, and Events in the Sierra. We are not just talking to business professionals, we want to hear from the active explorers in the Sierra . Lets spread our passion for outdoors in the Sierra and share joy through story.

  • Hidden Sierra Nevada Adventures | Owens Valley Hiking, Kearsarge Pass & Off-Roading

    Hidden Sierra Nevada Adventures: Exploring Owens Valley Beyond the Guidebooks July 7, 2026 • Charlie Pankey Most visitors experience Owens Valley from Highway 395. They stop in Bishop for lunch, drive through Lone Pine, admire Mount Whitney from the road, and continue north toward Mammoth Lakes. But according to photographer, backpacker, mountain biker, and off-road…

  • The Owens Valley Weekend: Fish, Hike, Explore Backroads & Chase Eastern Sierra Light

    The Owens Valley Weekend: Fish, Hike, Explore Backroads & Chase Eastern Sierra Light

    A weekend full of adventure possibilities in the Eastern Sierra Traveling into the Owens Valley from the north, I have often viewed Bishop and the Eastern Sierra through the lens of Highway 395 — a place of big views, high trailheads, fishing water, and familiar stops on the way to somewhere wild. But a recent…

  • Explore the Scenic Beauty of Yuba Pass: A Must-Drive Route

    Explore the Scenic Beauty of Yuba Pass: A Must-Drive Route

    Discover the stunning landscapes of Yuba Pass, where every twist and turn unveils breathtaking views. This scenic drive is a must for any adventure seeker. The Historical Significance of Yuba Pass Yuba Pass is not just a route to traverse but a journey through history. This scenic byway has witnessed the footsteps of Native American…

Carson City Off-Road Announces New Event Date of June 28-30

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Two weeks later date will accommodate extra snowmelt in huge Sierra Nevada winter (CARSON CITY, NEV.) March 11, 2019 – In order to deliver on the objective of giving mountain bikers a true backcountry experience on world-class singletrack that challenges riders as much as it inspires & rewards, and allowing for extra snowmelt time in … Read more

Yosemite National Park Announces that the 2019 Half Dome Preseason Lottery will Open on Wednesday, March 13, 2019

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2019 preseason lottery for Half Dome permits will open at 7:00 am PDT on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Yosemite National Park, March 7, 2019 – Yosemite National Park announces that the 2019 preseason lottery for Half Dome permits will open at 7:00 am PDT on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. For the latest information on the … Read more

NatureBridge Summer Backpacking Programs for Teens in Yosemite and Olympic National Parks Builds Future Scientists and Leaders

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Registration is open for summer backpacking programs in Yosemite YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK — February 28, 2019 —NatureBridge , the largest non-profit educational partner of the National Park Service, leads life-changing backpacking programs for middle and high school students in Yosemite and Olympic National Parks each summer. These one-week and two-week programs offer the perfect mix … Read more

Sierra At Tahoe Hosts USASA Rail Jam: Jammin' 4 Tash

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Annual Rail Jam will honor Natasha “Tash” Sagucka, a former USASA athlete who lost her battle with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Sierra-At-Tahoe, March 7, 2019 – Come jib your heart out on some awesome features and commemorate a rider near and dear to the Sierra family. The Rail Jam will honor Natasha “Tash” Sagucka, a former … Read more

SQUAW VALLEY | ALPINE MEADOWS EXTENDING SEASON TO JULY 7

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Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows plans to once again host the longest ski season in Tahoe Olympic Valley, Calif., March 6, 2019 – Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is in the midst of a record-breaking snow season, with plans to operate Squaw Valley until Sunday, July 7, weather and conditions permitting. Squaw Valley will be open Friday through … Read more