Silver Lake Has Been Named Top Ice Fishing Destination in the US!

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Fishingbooker.com Publishes List of 7 Awesome Ice fishing Spots in US June Lake Ca. – November 23, 2020- As soon as the ice starts to freeze on the lakes all around the country, ice anglers come out of their summer sleep and start to drill holes in the ice in search of some of their … Read more

HEAVENLY AND NORTHSTAR NOW OPEN FOR 2020-21 WINTER SEASON

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Resorts opened with over a foot of natural snow from the past week Opening Day through Dec. 7 is exclusive to pass holders Mountain access reservations, face coverings and physical distancing are required this winter at all Vail Resorts destinations SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Nov. 20, 2020 — Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort … Read more

Winter Season Begins at Lassen Volcanic

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MINERAL, CA– Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway is closed to through traffic for the winter/spring snow season due to recent snowfall. “This autumn snowfall is a welcome reprieve from a particularly dry summer and fall season,” said Acting Superintendent Jason Mateljak. “Visitors can continue to enjoy the park while being prepared for a wide range … Read more

Mt.Rose Opens for Passholders

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Reno NV, November20, 2020 – Mt Rose Mountain notified Pass holders that the mountain is offically open at the Top for season pass holders. With Tahoe’s highest base elevation at 8260′ and a season total of upto 32″ of snow and great weather for making snow nightly Ski season is officalliy open before the Thanksgiving … Read more

It’s Official- Glacier Point and Tioga Roads are Closed for the Season

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Yosemite National Park Announces Glacier Point and Tioga Roads are Closed for the Season Yosemite National Park announces Glacier Point and Tioga Roads are closed to all vehicular traffic for the winter season. Glacier Point and Tioga Roads typically close each fall and remain closed through the winter season. These roads reopen each spring when weather and road conditions are … Read more

Savage Winds And Fire Close 395

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Mountain View Fire Update Walker Ca, November 18, 2020 – Mountain View fire which caused the Evacuation of Walker California later Tuesday continues to burn and threaten eastern California communities. Current Situation: Yesterday, the Mountain View Fire exhibited extreme wildland fire behavior with winddriven runs, flanking and torching. Today, rain and snow have been reported … Read more

COVID-19 UPDATE: WOODWARD TAHOE SUSPENDS OPERATIONS

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Effective Thursday, November 19, 2020 Woodward Tahoe will be Closed We has continued to monitor the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis and in collaboration with local Nevada County and state health officials, are suspending our operations at Woodward Tahoe in accordance with the county’s new risk level, which the state elevated to purple tier as … Read more

Tahoe Basin Christmas tree permits sold out!

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Tahoe Basin Christmas tree permits sold out! SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Nov. 17, 2020 – Christmas tree permits for National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin sold out today, Nov. 17, 2020. This week, 2,000 online permits were issued on a first-come, first served basis. No additional permits will be authorized for this season. Nearby … Read more

51 Of My Favorite Sierra Locations in Photos

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For my 51st Birthday I share with you today 51 of my favorite Sierra Locations through the Images I have taken. In no order as that would just make me think way to hard. Hope you enjoy! Hope you enjoyed my 51 favorite images for my 51st birthday. Wonder what great locations will make my … Read more

Historic Ostrander Ski Hut Not Opening in 2020-21 Winter Season

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Yosemite National Park- November 5, 2020 – The Yosemite conservancy announced on their website that the historic Ostrander Ski hut which is used by Advanced backcountry Advenuteres in the Winter will not open in the 2020-21 winter season becaus eof Covid concerns. Ostrander Ski Hut will not be operational during the 2020-2021 winter season due … Read more

SCENIC HIGHWAY CLOSURES IN SIERRA NEVADA

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MONITOR PASS/STATE ROUTE 89, EBBETTS PASS/STATE ROUTE 4 & SONORAPASS/STATE ROUTE 108 CLOSING TEMPORARILY AT 10 AM FRIDAY MORNING CalTrans Road Alert – November 6, 2020 – Due to this weekend’s approaching storm, District 10 is scheduled to temporarily close Monitor Pass/State Route 89, Ebbetts Pass/SR-4 and Sonora Pass/SR-108 at 10 a.m. on Friday, November … Read more

BIG CHANGES IN WEATHER PATTERN FOR THIS WEEKEND IN LAKE TAHOE

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Forecast models predict possibility of upto a foot of snow at lake level by Monday. RENO NEVADA, NOVEMBER 5, 2020 – A strong cold front will push through the Sierra and western Nevada on Friday bringing gusty winds, much colder temperatures, and chances for rain and snow showers. This storm does appear to herald in … Read more

Humboldt Toiyabe and Inyo National Forest Christmas tree Permits Available Online

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Christmas Tree Permits On SALE Monday, Nov. 2. 2020 Carson City, NV November 2020 – Permits to cut Christmas trees on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest are available for purchase from beginning Nov. 1, or the first business day thereafter, thru Dec. 24 on the Austin-Tonopah, Bridgeport, Carson, Ely, and Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger Districts. The U.S. Forest Service Christmas … Read more

Plumas NF Christmas Tree Permits Available On-line and By Mail

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Quincy, CA – Beginning Nov. 1, Plumas National Forest Christmas tree cutting permits may be purchased on-line in addition to the existing mail-in option. Trees may be cut through Dec. 31. “We’re very pleased to have two options available for people to obtain Christmas Tree permits, especially with our offices still closed,” said Forest Supervisor … Read more

Tahoe Basin Christmas Tree Online Permit Sales begin Nov. 16

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Cutting a Christmas tree also improves forest health in Lake Tahoe SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Nov 4, 2020 – Christmas tree permits for National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin will be available for purchase online through Recreation.gov beginning November 16, 2020. Details about designated cutting areas, dates and types of trees that may be … Read more

Tahoe National Forest Christmas Tree Permits Available Online

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Nevada City, Calif. – Keep the family tradition alive this year -or start a new tradition- by cutting a Christmas tree within the Tahoe National Forest. Experience cool mountain air, the forest floor crunching beneath your boots, and finding that perfect tree in a hidden glade… Forest Service Christmas Tree Permits for the Tahoe National … Read more

Inyo National Forest Reopens most of John Muir Wilderness, part of Ansel Adams Wilderness

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November 3, 2020 – The Inyo National Forest is reopening the majority of the John Muir Wilderness and a segment of the Ansel Adams Wilderness as the risk from wildfires is decreasing. In interagency cooperation, Sequoia National Park is revising their closure areas on the SQF Complex and Rattlesnake Fire, allowing many areas in the … Read more

Sequoia National Park Reopens Some Wilderness Travel

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SQF Complex no longer poses an imminent threat to the Mineral King valley or the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River drainage SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. November 2, 2020 – With containment increasing across area fires, the wilderness closures in Sequoia National Park are being reduced in size to allow for more access. … Read more