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3-Day Road Trip in Lake Tahoe
| by Jackie Calvert
Looking for something to do for a 3-day Tahoe/Truckee getaway? Look no further, here’s the plan! My name is @hannahbrie and I’m going to take you on a 3-day adventure through some of my favorite parts of North Lake, Truckee and South Lake. This next visit you can enjoy our beautiful home as well as […]
How To Recreate Responsibly In California’s High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
California’s High Sierra has become the great escape for many residents. In fact, 8.1 million more Americans went hiking in 2020 compared to 2019, according to a report from Outdoor Participation with many of them in the Sierra. While it’s exciting to see so many more individuals enjoying nature, there is a flip side. This […]
Saddle On Up At One Of These Wild West Saloons In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
After a day filled with exploring crystal clear lakes, schussing down slopes, hiking through wildflowers, or any other outdoor excursion, nothing beats a cold beer or a glass of wine to celebrate. These watering holes will quench your thirst and give you a glimpse into the past. […]
A Salute To National Park Week In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The United States is very fortunate that past citizens had a vision to protect our most beautiful places. If it wasn’t for people like John Muir and many others, the current and future generations wouldn’t be able to enjoy its treasures. Join the nation as we celebrate National Park Week in the California High Sierra’s […]
Waterfall Season Is Here
| by Alex Silgalis
Why do we enjoy traveling into the mountains? Is it for the scenery? Adventure? Solitude? There are so many reasons to visit, but we feel a major one overlaps all of them: Freedom. The ability to let go and enjoy the moment. With waterfall season upon us, it’s the perfect time to step away from […]
4 Reasons To Visit The Sierra Mountains In The Spring
| by Alex Silgalis
Each season has its own amazing things to see and explore. Autumn has the beautiful leaf-peeping. Winter has the peaks of the Sierra Mountains covered in alabaster white. Summer provides endless high-country adventures like horseback rides. But spring. Oh spring. It’s the ULTIMATE season for all. Dual Day Adventures For a person that enjoys spending […]
5 Easy To Spot Flowers In California High Sierra & One Flowering Plant
| by Alex Silgalis
Crimson Columbine. Desert Evening Primrose. Sierra Tiger Lily. Honestly speaking, wildflowers might have the coolest names of any living organism on the planet. And if you begin the process of identifying what they are, the stories behind them are even more interesting. To help you start the journey, here’s a few of the easier to […]
Romantic Spring Getaways To Re-Kindle The Love In Your Relationship
| by Alex Silgalis
You’ve been cooped up in the house all winter long. Work hours have blurred from one day to the next. Everyone’s patience has frayed to the point they’re about to snap. With spring arriving in a big way across the lower elevations of the High Sierra, why not use this time to plan some romantic […]
Step Your Way Into Snowshoeing Hikes In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
If there’s snow on the ground, does that mean hiking season is postponed in the upper parts of the Sierra? Absolutely not! All you need to do is strap on a pair of snowshoes, and you can enjoy the great outdoors. Here’s a list of five amazing snowshoeing hikes in the High Sierra. Spooner Lake […]
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