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It’s been anticipated for months, and now this Sunday, September 22nd, it’s here: The Lake Tahoe Marathon.
In case you are out of the loop, the Lake Tahoe Marathon begins with a 2.4 mile swim in the early morning chill of Lake Tahoe, followed by a 112 mile bike ride from Kings Beach to Tahoe City to Truckee and then it fiddles around in the hills around Northstar before heading back to Kings Beach…before doing another lap and a half to end up in Squaw Valley. Oh, but they are not done yet, then they get to run a marathon.
Who would want to do such a thing? A lot of people in fact, and they paid a pretty penny for the privilege. Included amongst the participants are a fair number of locals, testing their meddle to see if they can be Ironmen…although most of the locals who are participating should more properly be called Ironwomen.
We’ve been watching the athletes prepare for the event all summer. Riding their bikes over the top of Brockway Summit, swimming in groups off the shore of Kings Beach, and running along our beautiful trails. Now they are tapering their training and getting ready for the big event this Sunday. And our community is getting ready as well. Hundreds of local people will be working the volunteer stations for hours on end helping the athletes, and cheering them on. I’m excited that I will be out there with my daughter Skyler’s cross-country running team, helping bikers figure out which way to go.
Ironman also means road closures of course. For the latest info just Google Ironman Lake Tahoe and once at the Ironman site, review the Traffic Impacts section. Then get out there and watch these incredible athletes giving it all for their dreams.
For more information and maps, please go to:
http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/lake-tahoe.aspx#axzz2fOMpntJh
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It’s that time of year again. Summer is waning and there is a bit of a nip in the air. While we here in the high country hope for a long ‘Indian Summer’, you just never know what the weather in Truckee/Tahoe will bring – or when.
The local plant nurseries are winding down for the season, and the majority will close completely until next spring. That’s good news for locals and second home owners alike, as it means deep discounts, parking lot sales and special deals on perennials, shrubs and trees. The timing is perfect for adding to your landscaping and outdoor curb appeal. Planting in the fall gives plants a chance to establish root systems in their new surroundings before winter’s snowfall and the plants go dormant. (Planting in the spring can sometimes send a plant into shock just when they’re about to start their new growth spurts or set blooms for the season.)
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And who doesn’t love adding some fall color before the snow flies? Colorful, golden mums and flowering kale make wonderful fall bedding displays and are resistant to the seasons chillier weather. Adding some pumpkins, corn stalks and creative scarecrows to the mix can make for some stunning front door displays.
Once you have your new shrubs and trees in the ground, fertilize to give them a head start on next springs growth, make sure to mulch around them to protect their roots from a hard freeze, and DO twine up the branches to keep winters heavy snows from breaking them. Come spring, you’re sure to have a happy plant that’s ready to burst forth into the season in all its glory.
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Come see these two lovely homes at Serene Lakes this Labor Day weekend. My Coldwell Banker signs will be there to lead the way.
3071 Soda Springs Road will be open on Saturday from 2:30 to 5:30.
8474 Hillside will be open on Sunday from 11:00 to 2:00.
3071 Soda Springs Road – $629,000
Open Saturday from 2:30 to 5:30
Smart mountain/snow design & turn key – ready to move on in! Custom features throughout with granite counters in kitchen, cherry cabinets, unique stamped stainless steel backsplash, reclaimed douglas fir trim, distressed solid oak floor, beautiful tile work in baths & custom granite hearth. 3 bedrooms plus den/4th bedroom. Pull down ladder gives access to huge finished storage attic. Two decks for morning or afternoon sun. Land across street is open space (Land Trust/Royal Gorge) with access to prime hiking, biking & Nordic skiing. Sold fully furnished.
8474 Hillside Drive – $845,000
Open Sunday from 11:00 to 2:00
Dramatic mountain home full of light and views of the forest surround you. Custom designed with snow in mind – no exterior stairs, level access, partially covered deck, dumbwaiter/lift & enclosed hot tub. Great room is made for entertaining with large dining room, living area has soaring ceilings with rock hearth & woodstove. Spacious master suite on main floor with lovely views. Fun reading/sleeping nooks on main level & upstairs plus observatory loft. Huge garage with extra storage & ski tuning room. Three sources of heat – radiant on main floor, forced air in bedrooms and woodstove. Only one block from Royal Gorge and unlimited hiking, biking and Nordic ski trails.
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