Lake Tahoe Summer Events for the Entire Family

There’s no shortage of summer events here in Truckee-Tahoe.  Enjoy an action packed summer of hiking, biking, enjoying Lake Tahoe and more.  Here are some of Alison Elder’s and Elder Group Tahoe Real Estate’s favorites:

• Excellence in Education Golfing for Schools Cards are on sale NOW.  It’s the BEST deal in Truckee-Tahoe for golf. Enjoy substantial discounts at our areas finest high mountain courses including Gray’s Crossing (new this year thanks to Tahoe Mountain Club), Old Greenwood, Resort at Squaw Creek, Tahoe Donner and more. Your purchase goes directly to Excellence in Education and back to our schools and kids. It’s a win-win. 
• Excellence in Education Home Tour at Martis Camp.  As an Excellence in Education Board Member, this burgeoning, annual fundraiser benefits our TTUSD classrooms. Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 7. We’ll showcase new custom homes in DMB’s beautiful Martis Camp community nestled in Martis Valley, Truckee.  I’ll share more information in next month’s issue but this event is not to be missed and guaranteed to be over the top.
• Lake Tahoe Music Festival, July 22 – Aug. 7, hosts and incredible concert line up with Natalie Cole, Wynonna, Michael McDonald, Broadway’s Best and more. Tickets start at $25 however key events sell out quickly so don’t wait.  Its fabulous entertainment and evenings sure to please!
• 4^th of July Fireworks at Donner Lake is a fun evening for Truckee homeowners and residents only. Bring your friends, food and drink and plan on spending the entire day at West End Beach on Donner Lake.  There’s a lot happening all day long including music, fun for kids, Lake activities and, of course, an amazing fireworks display at 9 p.m.  Prepare for some traffic on the way home, but its well worth it. Tickets are very inexpensive and available at the Truckee Donner Park and Recreation Department for $5 or online.  Note: proof of residency is required.  If you are not a resident or homeowner, try heading to the top of Tahoe Donner and hiking above the fireworks on the trails for one incredible experience.
• 3^rd of July at Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City’s traditional fireworks display over Lake Tahoe is always amazing!  Get a great seat at Commons Beach for the 63^rd annual event beginning at 9:30 pm.
• Truckee Railroad Museum provides fun for kids of all ages. Mayor Carolyn Dee graciously opened our new railroad museum on May 8 and the Truckee Donner Railroad Society’s “caboose” was placed next to the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce in Old Town Truckee. Hosting a museum detailing Southern Pacific and Union Pacific railroads role in Truckee history, this exhibit includes the building of the transcontinental railroad, logging lines, the caboose area and a children’s play area.  Our local CATT (contractor’s association) and Truckee Tahoe Lumber played a big part in the refurbishment.
• Truckee Donner Land Trust summer hikes, trailbuilding and events. Known locally as the “Land Trust,” this incredibly vital organization is key to purchasing and maintaining open space here in the Tahoe basin.  Enjoy summer hikes through conservation victories such as Waddle Ranch in the heart of the Martis Valley (June 23), take the classic hike from Sugar Bowl to Squaw Valley (July 31), hike Mt. Lola, the highest peak in Nevada County (August 7) and enjoy views of the Sierra Crest and Buttes, Sierra Valley, Perazzo Meadows and Independence Lake.  Summit Canyon and Donner Memorial State Park (August 14) will wind you through the Pacific Crest Trail through beautiful, protected open space. The Land Trust also offers clean up days and more.
• Visit the Tahoe Maritime Museum in Homewood when you are dining on the West Shore and learn about Lake Tahoe and our nautical history. Packed with history and wonderfully creative displays, everyone will enjoy this stop. The Maritime Museum also offers sunset cocktail cruises and special events.  This organization also does an amazing job of supporting student Education Programs.  The Museum is located just across the street from Homewood Marina.

There’s so much to do at the lake and along the Truckee River. Come on up, bring the family, enjoy the sunshine and the beautiful, clean fresh air found at Lake Tahoe and Truckee.