June 2012
River rafting begins along the Truckee River at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 9:37amThe dam gates are open and the river is flowing, and rafting along North Lake Tahoe’s scenic Truckee River is now open.
Tahoe City-based Truckee River Rafting opened Tuesday, June 12. Truckee River Raft Company, also in Tahoe City, opens today, Thursday, June 14. The companies offer self-guided, five-mile floats down the Truckee River.
Obituary: Gertrude P. Fiscus
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 7:01amGertrude P. Fiscus beloved wife, mother and friend, passed away Friday June 8, 2012 . She was born on Valentine's Day 1939 in McAlester, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her two sisters P...
All kinds of colorful wildflowers at Davis Lake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 6:36am
It’s that time of the year again!
The Davis Lake area, just north of Portola, California has some spectacular displays of colorful wildflowers blooming at the present time.
Carson City's Ghost Walk
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 6:10am
Event Date:
June 16, 2012 - 6:30pm Carson City's rich and intriguing history is explored and theatrically relived in the annual Ghost Walk.
This is a delightfully spooky and enjoyable way to experience Carson City's Victorian Era and diverse past. Hear about lingering spirits of the past, haunted and paranormal stories.
Carson City Airport "Capital Wings" open house
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 6:07am
Event Date:
June 16, 2012 - 8:00am Carson City Airport "Capital Wings" Open House - 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. FREE to the public. The Open House takes place at the Carson City Airport, 2600 College Parkway. Activities include flybys, plane and helicopter demonstrations, plane and hot air balloon rides, food and beverages in a day filled with family activities.
Proceeds raised through raffle and t-shirt sales will be donated to local area non-profit organizations. The event kicks off at 8:00 A.M. with a pancake breakfast provided by Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA).
Award-winning classical musicians to perform at Lake Tahoe SummerFest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 4:44pmInternationally renowned soloists and a world-class orchestra of 38 instrumentalists will contribute to an exclusive series of classical concerts and performances during Lake Tahoe SummerFest, the first three weekends of August.
Weekly swing dance, lessons
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 4:14pm
West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, El Charro Avitia Restaurant, 4389 S. Carson St., Carson City, every Tuesday, 5:30-9 p.m., free. Preceded by lessons by Tim Renner, beginning at 5:30 p.m. and intermediate at 6:15 p.m., lessons $8 each. No partner necessary for either event. Practice your moves or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org.
Lake Tahoe prepares itself for multiple fireworks celebrations
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 2:36pmThe Lake Tahoe region will celebrates Independence Day holiday with multiple fireworks displays from virtually all points, with the first show set to kick off July 3.
“North Lake Tahoe is unique in that we have a series of fireworks events held throughout the region,” said Chief Marketing Officer Andy Chapman of the North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association. “Visitors to the area can take their pick in terms of when and where or enjoy more than one show during their stay.”
Don Q's Nevada and Sierra Fishing Report for week of June 13-20
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 1:54pm
Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 13-20.
