06-27-2009
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Tinker's Knob via Coldstream Valley
Ed lead us up the Coldstream Valley through forests of Red Fir, Jeffery Pines, White pines and an abundant blooming trail of wild flowers. The 360 degree
views from Tinker's Knob included Lake Tahoe and the headwaters of the
American River. |
06-21-2009
17 images |
Graeagle Lodge to Long Lake
We started at the Grey Eagle Lodge passing Hawley Falls and Fern Falls climbing up to beautiful Long Lake. Hike Leaders: Valerie Andersen and GraceC Caudill. |
06-20-2009
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Relay Peak Snow-Hike
What a day! It snowed during the hike, the sun shone, and all 6 of us enjoyed successfully reaching the highest point (10,330 ft) on the entire Tahoe Rim Trail. Scramble up & over many a snowbank up there. Hike leader Gary Hanneman, assisted by Jim Enos. |
06-13-2009
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Humbug Trail
The Humbug Trail runs along the Humbug Creek into the South Fork of the Yuba River in the Malakoff Diggins State Park. Craig led us through the luscious green
forest passed amazing waterfalls and down to the crystal clear Yuba. Mining was prevalent in the area 100 years ago but it was hard to tell hiking along this
beautiful trail. |
05-17-2009
16 images |
McKissick Canyon
Howard and Robin lead us up the beautiful McKissick Canyon to the top of
Dogskin Mountain. Breathe taking views of Winnemucca Ranch and Tule Peak were our reward. |
05-16-2009
16 images |
Big Mama
Hiked up the canyon to Monkey Condos, then Pat and Gracie lead us off trail
up the back side of Big Mama where the views of Pyramid Lake and Anaho
Island to the East and the Sierra Nevada's with the Sierra Buttes in the far
distance to the west. On the return trip we ran into a paramilitary exercise
that we successfully maneuvered through to reach our vehicles. |
05-10-2009
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Sahwave Day Hike (5/10/2009)
The Sahwave Range is a seldom visited granite range about 40 miles east of Lake Pyramid. It has the possibility of wilderness designation, with spectacular rock formations, small springs, and great views. |
04-18-2009
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Earth Day Clean Up
Holly led volunteers on a clean up in the hills off Cleanwater Parkway. It was wonderful and amazing to see what a difference we can make. |
04-05-2009
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Washoe Valley Ramble
We explored a pretty canyon along the Steamboat Creek in No. Washoe Valley then went to East Lake Blvd. for the Deadman's Creek Loop and fabulous vistas. Leaders: Valerie Andersen and Yvonne Jerome |
04-04-2009
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Tamarack Palisades Snowshoe
A perfect blue-sky day in the snow. Eight of us enjoyed this short (but steep) snow-shoe adventure up the backside of that long high granite wall located between Tamarack Peak & Mt Rose & Mt Houghton. Hike leader Gary Hanneman. |
03-28-2009
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Jumbo Falls near Washoe Lake
TA Taro with Donna Inversin were hike leaders for this interesting hike past the "post-piles", then lunch at "the top" and then down to the elusive Jumbo Falls. 'Twas a strong 12-mile hike under beautiful skies with very little snow evident. Photos by Gary Hanneman |
03-28-2009
12 images |
Monkey Condos
Leaders Gracie Caudill and Karen Todd |
03-12-2009
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Mixer Night at Bartley Ranch
There were snacks, coffee, relaxed conversation, new & old acquaintances, attended displays of what the Sierra Club is all about, raffle items, and a fine evening for all at the Second Annual Great Basin Group (GBG) Mixer.
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03-07-2009
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Tamarack Peak Snowshoe
Eleven of us took our time on the snowshoes & enjoyed a great day way up on Tamarack Peak with sunshine & blue skies & all of Lake Tahoe to view. We followed the ridgeline to the 9,900 ft summit. Heard during the climb in the deep snow: "THIS is what snowshoes are for !" Hike leader Gary Hanneman. |
02-22-2009
17 images |
Sunday Afternoon RiverWalk
Leaders: David VonSeggern and Gracie Caudill
A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon, getting to know more about our City history, the railroad and the RIVER |
02-14-2009
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Galena Beginners Snowshoe
Hike Leaders: Gracie Caudill and Bill Myatt
Beginner's and experienced snowshoers mingled expertly together... although the snow was pretty spars in places, there was still lots of laughter and fun |
02-07-2009
11 images |
Incline Lake Snowshoe
Leaders: Wes Hoskins and Valerie Anderson
Gail Ferrell from Snowlands gave us good information regarding Incline Lake, then and now |
02-01-2009
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Spooner Summit North
Our group of snow-shoers explored northbound Tahoe Rim Trail and nearby opportunistic vistas of Lk Tahoe for nearly 4 hours. Hike leader Gary Hanneman. |
01-31-2009
13 images |
Hungry Mountains
Leaders: Shanel and Gracie |
01-18-2009
23 images |
Pah Rah Ramble
Hike leaders Ed Corbett, Valerie Anderson and Gracie Caudill |
01-10-2009
12 images |
Chickadee Snowshoe
Trip Leaders: Pat Kleames and Yvonne Jerome |
01-01-2009
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New Year's Day Hike
We took an 8 mile RT hike along the steamboat ditch trail to the "Hole in the Wall." Hike Leaders: David Von Seggern and GraceC Caudill |
