Tag: outdoors
July 25-26, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
Fire bans across jurisdictional lines
Local fire districts give an overview of the bans on open fire throughout the North Shore region, with a special look at the Truckee Fire Protection District’s inaugural campfire fire ban last year. This piece stemmed from our monthly question-answer section, You Asked. They Answered. Reporting and broadcasting by Becca LouxJuly 23, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
Dog days with a canine forensics expert
Kayle is an 11-year-old who searches for human remains using her nose. This trained border collie and her owner, John Grebenkemper, have helped add clarity to what is known about famous Donner Party’s campsites. Reporting and broadcasting by Alex Hoeft.July 22, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
New fly fishing restrictions a mixed bag for conservationists
Proposed changes to fishing regulations is a win for some, but could they come at a loss to the stretch of river from Tahoe City to Truckee? Today’s episode of Moonshine Minutes is all about trout. Story by Sage Sauerbrey, broadcast by Mayumi Elegado.July 21, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
Closing roads, dealing with restrictions
Things are different county-to-county coronavirus-wise around Lake Tahoe, and businesses are dealing with the repercussions. Plus, closing Donner Pass Road along Commercial Row isn’t off the table to accommodate expanding outdoor dining. Broadcasting and reporting by Alex Hoeft.Right At Home
Our friends at Word After Word shared some of their favorite books to help plan adventures in the Tahoe outdoors.
Hitting The Limit
Proposed changes to fishing regulations a win for some, but could they come at a loss to the stretch of river from Tahoe City to Truckee?
July 8, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
A look into the Martis, Maidu, and Washo tribes — those who found a home in the Tahoe/Truckee region long before the White Euro-American people did. Information provided by the Truckee-Donner Historical Society; broadcast by Alex Hoeft.
July 3, 2020 Moonshine Minutes
Truckee Springs, a storied history
With a happily-ever-after ending on the horizon for Truckee Springs, it’s important to understand what this land has gone through. The parcel just south of downtown Truckee, which had been earmarked for development throughout its history is now slated to be preserved as public land in perpetuity by the Truckee Donner Land Trust. Greyson Howard, communications director for land trust, joins news reporter Alex Hoeft to discuss the land’s history.Back in Action
Running is the body’s most natural way to exercise. Fitness expert Dave Jack shares some advice on getting back in the game if you’ve been sitting out awhile.