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Surfing to scenic cruises: Unforgettable family water adventures

On a warm 70-degree early June late morning, the water was glass at Boca Reservoir. Hardly anyone was around except for the Finch family...

Riding the rapids on the Truckee

The perfect way to spend a hot summer day in the Sierra is to raft the Truckee River. While for many, rafting the Truckee...

The ultimate summer bucket list

Memorial Day Weekend signals the beginning of summer in Tahoe and Truckee. Bright, sunny days and fresh, mountain air beckon all to enjoy all...

Serene & sublime | Floating the Truckee River

Rafting the upper portion of the Truckee River between Tahoe City and River Ranch is an iconic Tahoe activity. I gathered a few friends and...

Tackle Tahoe’s wilder side

The sled slowly makes its way up the mountain. My nephew, Anikin Allen, fidgets in the seat in front of me giddy with excitement....

Truckee River open for whitewater rafting

There’s been confusion among many visitors to Tahoe and Truckee by recent social media posts saying that rafting is closed on the Truckee River,...

Endless Summer Fun

The Memorial Day Weekend kicks off summer in Tahoe and ends when fall colors descend on the Sierra. The next four months are the...

Memoir explores life of whitewater champion, trials of unexpected motherhood

This fast-paced, deeply personal narrative flows between the adrenaline of elite river racing and the unforeseen currents of becoming a first-time mom and raising...

Floating the Truckee River

Sunshine, smiles and water toys were on the agenda as I checked in at Truckee River Rafting in Tahoe City for a day of...

Alcohol ban on Truckee extended

Placer County has extended the alcohol ban on the Truckee River until Oct. 15 due to safety concerns from the increase in activity along...