Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Mountain Man Dad
They say it’s easy to be a father, but a true test of patience is to be a Dad. A father brings a child into this world, but a Dad takes care of his kids. Regardless if your father was in your li...
Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Trail Guide
In the winter, folks congregate in the mountains schussing the slopes of resorts likes Kirkwood, Sierra-at-Tahoe, and Alpine Meadows. In the summer, most individuals end up migrating to the legendary ...
Ski Squaw Valley For 5 Bucks!
If you haven’t heard, Lake Tahoe is STILL having a record breaking winter. We’ve had more snow in May than in April! So, what does that mean? It’s simple. June skiing at Squaw Valley | Alpin...
Season Update: The Winter That Won’t End – May Powder Day In Lake Tahoe
Wiping my eyes, I couldn’t believe what I was reading on the weather forecast… not just a few inches but possibly up to a FOOT of new snow in May? A mini-storm cycle?!?! I just didn’t believe it...
Spectator’s Guide To The Amgen Tour Of California
For 2019, Stage 2 of the Amgen Tour of California is returning yet again to race through Tahoe on Monday, May 13th. In 2016, we got the opportunity to see them in person. While I wasn’t familiar...
Is The Snow Still Good In June?
For those that didn’t hear, Mammoth Mountain just announced they will be open until July 4th or longer for the 2018-19 season. Earlier, Squaw Valley reported they would have skiing & riding thro...
Most Unique Drinks in Ski Towns & A Shot With A Human Toe
No matter what time of year you visit a ski town be it summer, winter, or fall, it’s always a party scene. There are so many articles about the best après ski towns or best bars but what about uniq...
The Roaringest, Frothiest, and Best Whitewater Kayak Events in North America!
As the snow covered mountains begin to melt this spring/summer, the creeks are transforming into rushing whitewater rapids. These spots become a hotbed of fast-paced kayaking and rafting all over Nort...
The Oldest Relay Race in America!
It all began as a dare in 1959. A team of runners from San Jose State College thought, “Hey, I bet we can run around Lake Tahoe!” This feat seemed massive but attainable in their minds. 72-miles a...
Big Winter Leads To A SUPER Bloom In Wildflowers!
We at Local Freshies® are obsessed with skiing/snowboarding, but that doesn’t mean it’s all we enjoy. A big winter isn’t only about epic powder days. It’s also a chance to experie...
