Adventure

November 21–23 Valhalla Holiday Faire
(530) 541-4975 | www.valhallatahoe.com
The Grand Hall is decked with boughs of holly, lights and a Christmas tree at South Lake Tahoe’s Valhalla Estate during this 13th annual celebration. Vendors hawk holiday wares like photography, hand-knit scarves and hats, blown-glass gifts and elaborate Santa Claus dolls. Enjoy hot mulled wine and cookies while listening to performances by local school choirs.

November 30–December 31 Festival of Lights
(530) 583-6985 | www.squaw.com

by Joanna Hartman

Remember when renting skis meant waking up hours before the birds, standing in long lines to be uncomfortably fitted with a pair of beat-up boots and straight-edged skis before waiting in yet another line to purchase your lift ticket? Fortunately, those days are over.
In the new and improved world of ski and snowboard rental equipment, it’s all about preorders, streamlined fits, door-to-door deliveries, top-of-theline gear and stellar customer service.
At-Home Service

Ferris wheels. Fish tanks. These aren’t your father’s sporting goods stores. Whether you’re on the hunt for an obscure piece of recreation gear or just want to ogle at what twenty- first century merchandising hath wrought, Reno’s mega-retailers off er an entertaining day of the outdoors, inside.

Cabela’s

No longer just places to wager a bet, Tahoe’s casinos offer a multitude of entertainment options including dining, shows, shopping and spas. Here are some local spots to test Lady Luck at The Lake:

STATELINE

MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa

55 U.S. Highway 50 | (775) 588-3515 | www.montbleuresort.com

Sure there’s plenty to do with the kids at local ski resorts—like tubing, skiing, boarding and more—but what to do when you slide off the slope? We’ve compiled a list of all-weather fun the whole family can enjoy.

OUTSIDE

Skate date:

Lace up a pair of blades and take a spin at the Resort at Squaw Creek or Truckee River Regional Park rinks, or sign up for a hockey or figure skating lesson at the
indoor South Tahoe Ice Arena.

Horse around:

Climb aboard a horse-drawn sleigh at Camp Richardson Corral or Borges Sleigh Rides near the Stateline casinos.

Whether you are looking to ski, ride, rent or demo, check out the great deals and specials offered by these participating Lake Tahoe Traveler ski resorts and shops.

RESORTS

Ski Resort Shuttles

Squaw Valley USA

Complimentary round-trip shuttle service is available to the North and West shores (one-way trips not available); reservations required, (530) 452-7181. A free shuttle is also
available to and from South Shore and Reno; reservations are required at least 12 hours in advance. 1-866-769-4653 or www.squaw.com

Resort at Squaw Creek

Transportation to and from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport is $71 per person, each way. Also, frequent free shuttle service to Squaw Valley is available from the resort.

by Elisabeth Korb

While Lake Tahoe itself is the Basin’s number one attraction, there is plenty else to see and do this
winter. Here are our top 10, starting on the North Shore in Incline Village and heading clockwise around the Lake,
then up to Truckee.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime Tahoe fan, let us help you make the most of your stay. Although it’s hard to take your eyes off The Lake’s stunning scenery, a read through this issue of Lake Tahoe Traveler will provide you with a
mountain of insiders’ advice for local winter fun.

With North America’s largest concentration of
ski resorts, plenty of powder and an average of 274 sunny days a year, plus fantastic cross-country, snowshoe and sledding options to boot, the Northern Sierra makes it hard to head indoors. But when you do, great restaurants, casinos, shops
and spas await.

Want more Tahoe info than we could possibly pack in these pages? Head for www.tahoe-traveler.com for the latest hot deals, events, giveaways and our Tahoe
Talk newsletter.

Whatever you choose to do while you’re here,
have a terrific Tahoe time!

Susan D. Rock
Editor

by Alison Gray

"I'll walk, you fly," said George Bailey in It's a Wonderful Life.

"I can't fly," replied his guardian angel Clarence. "I haven't got my wings."

If you, like Clarence, feel a bit grounded, get ready to take your Tahoe adventure sky high. Earning your wings here isn't quite as simple as "every time a bell rings," but whether by running off a mountain, getting in a glider or stepping in a basket, it promises a lot more excitement.