New Years Weekend at Lassen Volcanic

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MINERAL, CA, Dec 31, 2020 – Lassen National Park Highway (CA State Hwy 89), which is the main road through Lassen Volcanic National Park, has closed for the winter. However, the park remains open throughout the year for visitors to recreate responsibly in their public lands. Those planning to visit during the winter months should plan … Read more

Avalanche Danger Moderate for Backcountry Skiing New Years Weekend

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AVALANCHE FORECAST PUBLISHED ON DECEMBER 31, 2020 @ 6:59 AM Triggering avalanche  on steep slopes still remains possible especially in wind affected terrain where new slabs of wind drifted snow exist or in more sheltered terrain where the old snow below the surface remains weak. MODERATE avalanche danger exists at all elevations. Conservative terrain choices are recommended when traveling in the … Read more

Sierra Safely Experience Trail Provides Insider’s Guide to Navigating Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe, Nevada

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More Than 40 Participating Businesses, Mobile Exclusives Instantly Delivered, No App Required Stateline, Nev. (Dec. 29, 2020) – The Sierra Safely Experience Trail  takes the guesswork out of the question, “where’s a good place to eat?” and puts valuable resources into the hands of the traveler looking to take a deeper dive into Carson Valley and the South … Read more

Extensive Period of Stormy Weather Anticipated to Start 2021 Greater Lake Tahoe Area

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Reno – NV, US, National Weather Service – December 30. 2020 – Extensive Period of Stormy Weather Anticipated to Start 2021. A notable change to a more active weather pattern is forecast for the Sierra and western Nevada with multiple periods of strong winds, heavy mountain snow, along with valley rain and snow. This will … Read more

Free Entrance Days for National Parks in 2021

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NPS , December 2020 – The national Parks Service announced that all National Park Service sites will have six entrance fee-free days  in 2021. The fee-free days are part of the commitment to increase access, promote recreational opportunities, improve visitor facilities and conserve natural and historical treasures in national parks for the benefit and enjoyment of … Read more

TOP 10 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR OUTDOOR MIND HEALTHY

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We get it. Staying at home and subjecting yourself or routine to quarantine is tough. Heck with California’s recent Lockdown during the Christmas / Holiday season and resorts, hotels, restaurants and community businesses limited in what they can offer, many of us are going crazy with the suffocating feelings of being trapped. But keeping that … Read more

VAIL RESORTS CEO DONATES $3.3 MILLION IN COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GRANTS TO NINE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES

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Lake Tahoe and Truckee Communities Receive $440,000 in Covid-19 Relief Grants from Vail Resorts. BROOMFIELD, Colo.—Dec. 17, 2020— Vail Resorts’ Chief Executive Officer, Rob Katz, and his wife, Elana Amsterdam, New York Times bestselling author and founder of Elana’s Pantry , today announced more than $3.3 million in COVID-19 emergency relief and behavioral health grants. In nine … Read more

California National Parks Update Covid-19 Closures

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Yosemite, Sequoia/Kings Canyon and Death Valley Open with No Additional services California National Parks Update – December 7, 2020 – In support of California Regional Stay Home order, beginning on Mon, Dec. 7,. Lodging and campgrounds are temporarily closed through out the parks. Limited Services will be available. Yosemite National Park update: Yosemite national Park … Read more

KIRKWOOD NOW OPEN FOR 2020-21 SEASON; JOINS HEAVENLY AND NORTHSTAR

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Dec. 4, 2020 – Kirkwood Mountain Resort kicked off a successful start to the 2020-21 ski and ride season today. With a winter operating plan focused on comprehensive safety protocols, Kirkwood opened with more than 180 acres of beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain.   By the Mountain Village, Solitude (Chair 5) provided access to Lower Zachary, Mokelumne, Lower Monte Wolfe, Outlaw and Lower Olympic. At Timber Creek  TC Express (Chair 7 ) and Bunny (Chair 9 ), provided access a … Read more

The Ultimate 2020 Sierra Rec Outdoor Christmas Guide

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Looking for a unique christmas gift idea or for the latest discounts in outdoor gear. Here is our currated list of christmas Ideas for the 2020 Outdoor enthusiast christmas. HydroFlask NEW! Limited Edition Hydro Flask Winter Wanderland! Free Shipping with offer code FASTSHIP20 in-cart. Bosky Optics Eyewear For backpackers only. Durable lightweight wood sunglasses by … Read more

Wilderness Permit Reservations for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Moving to Recreation.gov

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SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. December 1, 2020 — Beginning in 2021, overnight visitors to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks wilderness areas will be able to make their quota season wilderness permit reservations using the website Recreation.gov . This will replace the old system, by which reservations were submitted by email and processed manually. Recreation.gov provides trip planning and reservation services for public lands nationwide, and using it for wilderness permit … Read more

North Lake Tahoe Winter 2020-21 Guide

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WHAT’S NEW AND HOW TO SAFELY ENJOY NORTH LAKE TAHOE THIS WINTER New and familiar experiences have been bolstered by significant investments designed to ensure the health and safety for residents and visitors NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. Dec 1, 2020 – The resilient businesses and communities that make up the North Lake Tahoe region are prepared … Read more