There are people who go outside to see something, and there are people who seem to spend their lives learning how to notice what is already there. For photographer and author Larry Laverty, that education started remarkably early—with birds, butterflies and an oak tree outside his childhood home. It continued in the mountains, including an … Read more
After foot surgery kept author and Sierra explorer Lisa Michelle away from the trail for nearly three months, returning to Sierra Nevada backpacking gave her a new appreciation for every hike—and a new idea for helping other women experience the mountains. Lisa returns to the Sierra Rec Now Podcast to talk with Charlie Pankey about … Read more
Nevada is full of secrets — and none of them are on the Strip. In this episode of the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, host Charlie Pankey talks with explorer, photographer, and author Sydney Martinez, whose new book Finding Nevada Wild uncovers the true heart of the Silver State. For nearly 20 years, Sydney has roamed … Read more
This week on Sierra Rec Now, Charlie sits down with South Lake Tahoe artist and photographer Jennifer Haran to talk about the upcoming Tahoe Art League Studio Tour, happening August 1–3. From capturing wild bear cubs to telling the Sierra’s story through a camera lens, Jennifer shares what it means to be a local creative … Read more
One Episode 19 of Sierra Rec Now we introduce Readers to the Lakes of Yosemite Project and Dive deep into the Yosemite Experience. Podcast Season 3, episode 19 – This week on the Sierra Rec Now podcast, we’re joined by special guest Mike Mullin from @lakesofyosemite on Instagram. Mike and I delve deep into our … Read more