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It’s Snowing in Truckee

Now that it is finally snowing in Truckee for the 2011-2012 ski season, it is time to plan your trip to the hill.  Here are links to some of the ski resorts. If you are going to ski and stay … Continue reading

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Stocking Stuffers, Holiday Gifts in Tahoe

Lather & Fizz is one of my absolute favorite stores!  Check out all the fun stocking stuffers and unique gifts you can buy for friends, family and as corporate gifts!  

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Trails and Vistas

Have you ever been to Trails & Vistas? It is a really fun event, especially for kids.  Imagine taking a hike in North Lake Tahoe and along the way seeing art in nature.  The hikes are 2 1/2 miles and … Continue reading

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Kayak in Truckee

Kayaking is a really fun activity.  We recently went to Prosser Lake, a lake in Truckee that does not allow motorized boats, for some kayaking. As I write this, the lake is unusually full and you won’t find a lot … Continue reading

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A Movie Theater in Northstar

I recently learned that The Village at Northstar opened a two screen movie theater and went to check it out.  We had a blast! By the way, The Village at Northstar is about 15 minutes from downtown Truckee.  In the … Continue reading

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The Farmers Market

One of the best things about summer in Truckee is the farmers market.  This market brings fresh, locally grown fruit and veges from the valley into Truckee, CA.  It happens every Tuesday morning at Regional Park and you will want … Continue reading

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Hiking the O6 in Truckee

There is this great hike that follows the ridge of 89 towards Tahoe City called the “OH 6.”  I guess the official title for the trail is “Sawtooth Trail”  It is known locally as the O6 because it is off … Continue reading

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Truckee Thursday Tips

Truckee Thursdays has become a very popular activity for visitors and locals in the summer.  Basically, Truckee Thursdays is a street fair in downtown Truckee, where local businesses and vendors bring their goods for sale. There is a mini farmer’s … Continue reading

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4th of July in Truckee

Truckee has become a 4th of July tradition for me and my family.  It can be really crowded (well actually, it just plain is really crowded) so we don’t do the normal activities, but have our own 4th of July … Continue reading

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Weekends in Tahoe City

Tahoe City is about 15 – 20 minutes from Truckee, CA and sits right on Lake Tahoe.  I love to drive over to “the lake” because Lake Tahoe is so beautiful and the entire north side of the Lake (the … Continue reading

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