Archive for the 'Around Town' Category
10 Things I Learned from My Dog
One year ago, I made the decision to get a puppy, a high-energy, golden lab to be exact. Over the months, I’ve had moments of ah-ha, realizing as my puppy turned into a full adult dog that she was and is, in fact, smarter than me. These are some of the very valuable lessons that [...]
Cinco de Mayo Party Tips
Having never been to Mexico during Cinco de Mayo, I can’t say firsthand what an authentic Cinco de Mayo party is like, or if they even celebrate it at the level that we do in America. However, being twenty-something and living in Tahoe, I can offer some helpful tips on how to throw a decent [...]
Rock Climbing and Bouldering in Tahoe
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran, trad climber, sport climber, prefer bouldering or multi-pitch, or just a gym, Tahoe has a little something for every type of climber. The rock type in this area is primarily high-quality granite with some areas featuring basalt (volcanic rock). April –June are prime rock climbing time at Lake Tahoe, and [...]
Heavenly Mountain Trivia – Answers
Alright, it’s time to check your answers! If you haven’t taken yesterday’s quiz yet, cover up the lower half of your screen and jot down your answers. Questions Q 1: T/F Stein Erikson was the first ski school director at Heavenly Q 2: Name the star of “The Godfather” actor that skier Heavenly in 1968? [...]
Heavenly Mountain Trivia and Fun Facts
Founded in 1955, Heavenly has a rich history of record-breaking feats, celebrities and good vibes. Test your Heavenly IQ with a few trivia questions below. Leave your answers in the comments or check back tomorrow for the correct answers. Good luck! Q 1: T/F Stein Erikson was the first ski school director at Heavenly Q [...]
