Tahoe Truckee Outdoor

Tahoe Truckee Outdoor I write about the outdoor sports in the Tahoe-Truckee area. Keeping people informed about local sports stars, events, things to do outside, and new decisions that can effect how we use the great outdoors.

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The rowdy Rahlves’ Banzai Tour returns to Tahoe in February and March

The rowdy Rahlves’ Banzai Tour returns to Tahoe in February and March

The Rahlves' Banzai Tour will make the same four stops as last year: Alpine Meadows, Kirkwood, Squaw Valley, and Sugar Bowl. The format is simple. Four people start together at the top of the mountain.  The first two down the ungr...

California starts 2013 with above average water storage

California starts 2013 with above average water storage

A series of storms in late 2012 brought heavy rains to the valley and a huge snowpack to the Sierra. The first snow survey will be conducted today, January 2, near Echo Summit on Highway 50. The survey is done manually in front of news cameras, but...

Troy Caldwell stands between Alpine and Squaw Valley

Troy Caldwell stands between Alpine and Squaw Valley

Troy Caldwell owns the land that separates Alpine Meadows from Squaw Valley. Caldwell bought the land (460 acres) from Southern Pacific Railroad in 1990. The land generates income because Squaw’s Olympic Lady and KT-22 lifts are on his property...

Little Boy skis terrified while father yells “Pizza”

Learning how to ski is often difficult for youngsters and their parents. Some parents leave their children with professional instructors and others try to do the teaching themselves. The following video is of a father “teaching” junior to ski. T...

$40 dollar Northstar lift tickets in January

$40 dollar Northstar lift tickets in January

Northstar is a participating resort for the Skiing for Schools program. Therefore, you can buy a $40 dollar lift ticket that is valid for any one day from January 6-11. The discount tickets must be purchased in advance at Porters Sports (Truckee...

3,100 volunteers needed for Ironman Lake Tahoe

3,100 volunteers needed for Ironman Lake Tahoe

Ironman Lake Tahoe California has put the call out for volunteers. At least 3,100 volunteers are needed for the inaugural September 22, 2013 race. Not only are there volunteer positions for race day, but volunteers are also needed for the days lead...

Big Sierra storm brought big trouble to Tahoe

Big Sierra storm brought big trouble to Tahoe

The recent string of storms that brought more than 5 feet of snow to the Lake Tahoe area, brought tragedy for some. There were a number of deep snow related accidents on the ski slopes that resulted in injury or death this past weekend. Storm re...

Enjoying the fresh Sierra snow

Enjoying the fresh Sierra snow

Everyone who likes to get out in the snow is very happy right now. We haven’t seen snow accumulations like this in over 2 years. The snow just continues to fall and more snow is forecast throughout the week. People just seem to be more friendly...

3,000 acres on Donner Summit saved

3,000 acres on Donner Summit saved

3,000 acres of pristine land on Donner Summit have been purchased by the Truckee Donner Land Trust, Trust for Public Land, and their partners. The property includes Royal Gorge Cross Country ski resort. Most of this land was destined for destr...

Snowstorms lining up to hit this weekend in the Sierra

Snowstorms lining up to hit this weekend in the Sierra

 The big storm of the season is heading our way now. The National Weather Service (NWS) is tracking 3 storms that will hit this Friday and continue through Sunday. Several feet of snow accumulation is possible. NWS has posted a “Winter Stor...