Autumn Gardening
September 19
Autumn is the time to plant the ultimate low-maintenance perennials. Learn when bulbs bloom, what to feed them and how to plant them. Learn about bulbs for sun and shade, for spreading and seeding, and bulbs that are rodent and deer proof. Plant now into December for color April through July. Pre-registration required. Samples provided. Course fee $10. From10:30 to 11:45 a.m. 10678 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, villagernursery.com, 530-587-0771.
Win a Kayak and Save Glenshire’s Open Space
September 20
Saving Open Space around Glenshire (SOS Glenshire) is a grass roots organization dedicated to protecting wild lands, wildlife and quality of life. The goal is to support efforts toward preserving valuable open space and promote responsible development in eastern Nevada County, primarily around the Glenshire area of Truckee. Help SOS Glenshire by entering to win a 12-foot Perception Prodigy kayak with life vest, valued at $800. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased from The Sports Exchange, Glenshire Market, The Office BOSS, Pet Station, and Ward and Sons Automotive. sosglenshire.org.
Truckee Trails Day
September 20
Join Truckee Trails Foundation for Truckee Trails Day, a fun day of trail maintenance. Work locations will be at the summit on the Pacific Crest Trail, or in various spots around Truckee, sweeping our growing paved trail system. Kids welcome. Bring a hat, work gloves, water and a broom. Those wanting to help on the Legacy Trail should bring a bike. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at Truckee-Donner Regional Park’s ‘Leisure Barbecue Area’ (by the basketball courts) for coffee and trail assignments. Free barbecue at the Regional Park, when the work is done at 1 p.m. To register email allison@truckeetrails.org, 530-587-8214.
Donner Party Hike
October 3 and 4
The Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce presents the 17th Annual Donner Party Hike to celebrate Truckee’s emigrant history with a weekend of hikes. Area historians and hiking aficionados provide guided hikes for participants with beautiful views and a variety of emigrant and Donner Party history. The six Saturday hikes are designed to accommodate a wide range of athletic abilities and interests. All hikes begin and end at the Mt. Judah lodge at Sugar Bowl ski area on Highway 40 at Donner Summit. Following the morning hikes, afternoon activities include a BBQ lunch and presentation by Fred Horlacher who will tell a captivating version of the hardships, sufferings and reality of those who made the challenging journey between 1840 and 1870. Sunday activities include two short walks with detailed information about the Donner Party’s encampment, Murphy’s Cabin Site, a visit to the Donner Memorial State Park Museum and a historical movie. Hikers meet at Donner Camp Picnic Area (on Highway 89 north just past Alder Creek Drive) and then need to provide their own transportation to the Donner Memorial State Park. Space is limited and reservations are required. Tickets for Saturday hikes are $40 per hiker ($45 after September 25) and include a guided hike, commemorative hat, barbeque lunch and afternoon presentation. Sunday’s hikes are $10 and include the interpretive walks and entrance to the Emigrant Trail Museum. Two-day hike package is $50 ($55 after September 25). Hike registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday and 8:30 a.m. on Sunday. Complete hike descriptions, departure times and registration forms at truckee.com. Click on the hiker to open the page or call 530-587-8808.
Scout Focuses on Water Conservation
As the Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCUD) began wrapping up the installation of water meters Local Boy Scout Morgan McClintock came forward with a plan to create a native plant demonstration garden at the TCPUD Administration Building. McClintock is working to earn the rank of Eagle Scout and saw the development of the garden as an effective tool for teaching water conservation techniques through the planting of native landscaping and the installation of a drip irrigation system. The formerly lawn-covered courtyard at the entrance of the Fairway Drive facility has been transformed into a community garden requiring substantially less water to maintain. ‘Replacing lawns with indigenous plants, ground cover and hardscape will significantly reduce overall water consumption, thus lowering individual water bills,’ said Director of Utilities Tony Laliotis. With the help of Boy Scout Troop 266, the Tahoe Tree Company, Trout Creek Landscape Supply, Sierra Stone Supply and the Tahoe Native Sons the project was completed by Labor Day. The TCPUD would like to thank Scout McClintock for his efforts in planning and implementing the installation of a beautiful, conservation minded addition to the District’s facility.
Ski Passes
It’s rumored that the snow is coming. Get your discounted season passes to local resorts now.
• Mt. Rose: Purchase an Unrestricted Season Pass (the Pink Slip) for $333 before October 1. College season passes for only $222 when you buy a 3-pack. The Pink Slip comes fully loaded with discounts at the mountain and sport shops, recreation and entertainment venues, restaurants and other local businesses. Purchase your Pink Slip at skirose.com or call 775-849-0704.
• Homewood: ‘Locals-Only’ pass price for Lake Tahoe inhabitants residing between the lakeside towns of Kings Beach and Rubicon Bay:
Adult Full Pass –ages 19 through 61 $299
Senior Full Pass – ages 62 through 69 $149
Teen Full Pass – ages 13 through 18 $149
Youth Full Pass – ages 5 through 12 $99
Child Full Pass – ages 0 through 4 Free
Super Senior Full Pass – ages 70+ $99
SkiHomewood.com, 530-525-2992 x 171.
• Diamond Peak: Through September 30
Diamond Peak Season Pass – $295 for a mid-week Adult resident of Incline Village / Crystal Bay.
Holiday Pass – $249, only valid during blackout dates. Makes a great present for your friends and relatives.
Beginner Season Pass – $109. Spend as much time as you like on two beginner lifts, and upgrade to a full season pass when you are ready to go up the mountain.
diamondpeak.com, 775-832 1177.
LUNA Chix Breast Cancer Fundraiser
September 20
The Tahoe LUNA Chix host ‘Party In the Village to Cure Breast Cancer’ featuring delicious food, drinks, and roller-skating to live music. Tickets are $35 per person, and include one drink, food, and a goody bag full of surprises. Family passes are available. All proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Fund. From 3 to 7 p.m. In the Village at Northstar. Purchase tickets at active.com. 1-800-go-north.
Dining For Schools
2009-2010 Dining For Schools Cards are on sale now. The card entitles the bearer to 50 percent off of any individual dinner entrée at 43 participating restaurants in the Truckee and North Tahoe area. Each year the Foundation raises money and provides grants, resources, and partnerships to benefit students, teachers, and the educational community as a whole. The card may be used an unlimited number of times at participating restaurants during the valid periods. $45. Available at all Porters Sports locations, Save Mart in Kings Beach and Truckee Safeway, Mountain Hardware, and online at exined.org, 530-550-7984.
The Edible History of Tahoe
September
The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society is seeking culinary contributors. The Society is creating a collection of historical recipes – and the anecdotes surrounding them – for release this holiday season, and need your contributions. All recipes will be considered for publication in the final book. Submissions due by September 30. Contact Danielle at the Gatekeeper’s Museum, 130 West Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, tahoecookbook.blogspot.com, 530-583-1762.
Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair
September 24 through 27
Voted as the premier Draft Horse show in the western United States and one of Nevada County’s best events, this is a must-see event. Enjoy the majestic draft horses as they perform and compete at the 23rd annual Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair. Attendees can watch six performances throughout the four-day event, where owners and their teams will compete for nearly $40,000 in prizes. The Nevada County Fairgrounds are alive with western music, art, lumberjack demonstrations, the Western Trade Show, horse shoeing competitions, and a clogging jamboree. Between performances, pick up your favorite foods on Treat Street and enjoy the live entertainment on Pine Tree Stage. Free admission to the Fairgrounds and Harvest Fair activities. Draft Horse Classic reserved seating advanced tickets are $21, $24 day of the event. General admission tickets are $18 in advance and $21 day of the event. RV camping available. 11228 McCourtney Road in Grass Valley, off Highway 49, nevadacountyfair.com, 530-273-6217.
