Tonopalo Weekly News

2009-08-12T14:15:00.000-07:00

Another great week on Tahoe is on the horizon! Hope to see you up here!!

Head out to Squaw to enjoy the 8th Annual Brews, Jazz and Funk Fest taking place in the village this weekend. There will be live music Saturday and Sunday afternoon and a huge variety of beers to sample.

The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival rolls on through its last week of the 2009 season this week. This is a great way to spend an evening at the lake!! Call now for tickets 800-74-shows.

Hit the trail this weekend with a 10K trial run at Northstar to the top of Mt. Pluto. Sounds like a tough one for me, but if you have the spunk join the run from the base to the top of the Northstar ski resort. Ski lifts will be available for use on the way down.

I hate to say it but summer is slowly winding down, so get out on the lake while you can!! Rent the Tonopalo Formula or some jetskis for a couple hours this week, or just get out on a kayak. Enjoy the beautiful weather!

Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ OR http://www.tonopalo.net/ for all Tonopalo listings.

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Jamie Schou
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Welcome August at Tonopalo

2009-07-30T13:20:00.000-07:00

It's a great time to be at Tonopalo. Great weather, plenty to do and the property is looking excellent. Here are some events for the week in addition to all the great activities at Tonopalo.

The Lake Tahoe Music Festival is in full swing with concerts on Saturday and Thursday at Old Greenwood and Homewood Mountain Resort. Visit http://www.tahoemusic.org/splash/ for a complete schedule and showtimes.

Again, the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival is happening at Sand Harbor this week. This is a great casual evening event on the lake. Visit https://www.laketahoeshakespeare.com/ for all the showtimes and information.

For a little more adventure try a full moon kayak this Wednesday with Tahoe Adventure Company in Tahoe Vista. Great way to explore Lake Tahoe and get a little different perspective.

Lastly, Squaw Valley is hosting the Wild, Wild West Weekend including live music, BBQs and petting zoos. Take the kids for a day in the valley.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested! ) and #5 for $359,000!

Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ OR http://www.tonopalo.net/ for all Tonopalo listings.

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Jamie Schou
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Summer at Tonopalo

2009-07-23T12:55:00.000-07:00

Looks like another amazing weekend in Tahoe!! Great weather and some great summer events.

Squaw Valley will be hosting the Wanderlust Festival this weekend which is being described as a new kind of festival bringing together the worlds top yoga teachers and the best performers in rock and roll, all in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty. Depending on what you are looking for this weekend you might want to go out and wander around squaw.....or you might want to stay away.

The Truckee Rodeo is another classic summer event in town this weekend and a great way to experience a little bit of the west in Tahoe! Check it out this weekend at the McIver Arena next to the Truckee Regional Park.

Wine Walk at Northstar is this Saturday in the village. Sip wine while you shop our lounge in the village. Rolling skating is open for the kids.

Don't forget about the free outdoor concerts and movies in Tahoe City and Kings Beach. A great way to spend a summer evening at the lake.

And of course the Shakespeare festival is now going strong at Sand Harbor. Visit https://www.laketahoeshakespeare.com/ for tickets and show times.

Plenty going on this week, but as always Tonopalo is one of the best places to be. Great weather is expected this week, so reserve the Tonopalo Formula, some jetskis, or just lounge on the beach or at the pool. Enjoy Tahoe Summer!!! And please let me know if there is anything I can help you with.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested! ) and #5 for $359,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ OR http://www.tonopalo.net/ for all Tonopalo listings.

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Jamie Schou
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Summer is in Full Swing

2009-07-15T16:11:00.000-07:00

It's warm, sunny, and beautiful up here. Come join us!

The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival has started! Enjoy an evening at the beach while watching a performance of Much Ado About Nothing or for the first time at the festival Measure for Measure. Visit https://www.laketahoeshakespeare.com/ for event details and information.

Do you know what Jerry Rice, Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley and a list of 96 other celeberties all have in common? I know. They are all at Lake Tahoe playing golf!! Check it out. The American Century Champoinship takes place at the Edgewood Golf Course this weekend in South Lake Tahoe. Take a trip down there to catch some of the action!

Or keep it a little more local and enjoy some free music:
Concerts at Commons Beach in Tahoe City - Sunday July 19th
King Beach Music on the Beach - Thursday night July 23rd featuring Loose Cannon

Head to Squaw for the 8th Annual Art, Wine & Music Festival.

As always, some of your best entertainment options are at Tonopalo. Rent the Formula, some jetskis, take out kayaks, or just lounge on the beach or by the pool. And don't forget about the innkeepers reception, yoga on the beach, sundaes on Monday and of course weiner Wednesdays! Have a great week and let me know if there is anything I can help you with.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested!) and #9 for $289,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ OR http://www.tonopalo.net/ for all Tonopalo listings.

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Jamie Schou
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

4th of July Festivities

2009-07-01T09:39:00.000-07:00

Well, it's here already. It always seems to come so fast. Anyway, It looks like it is going to be a perfect holiday weekend. Lots of fun events and great weather!

Here is the fireworks schedule for the weekend.
July 3rd - Kings Beach State Park
July 4th - Tahoe City Commons Beach
July 4th - Incline Village
July 4th - Donner Lake

Other great 4th of July events include the parade in Truckee which runs through downtown Truckee on Donner Pass Rd. The parade starts at 10am at the west end of Donner Pass Rd. It is actually a suprisingly big parade that is fun for everyone.

Or how about a classic pancake breakfast? Pancakes will be served at 8am on July 4th in Kings Beach on the deck of the North Tahoe Events Center to benefit the local boys and girls club. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.

Take your honey out for a date night in Tahoe City. Jakes on the Lake is hosting a full moon date night dinner on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of this week for only $79 for two. HERE is the sample menu.

Free outdoor movie night at Commons Beach in Tahoe city features The Great Outdoors this wednesday July 8th at dusk. This is a John Candy classic! Bring your own chairs and refreshments.

Tonopalo has it's own great events as well. Don't miss weiner Wednesdays, sundaes on Mondays or yoga on the beach. Check in with the clubhouse about these fun ones.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested!) and #9 for $289,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings.

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Have a great week and please let me know if there is anything I can help you with.
-Jamie Schou
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Tahoe Summer!

2009-06-24T12:52:00.000-07:00

All the toys are out at Tonopalo and the property is looking great! Get up here and enjoy some Tahoe time!

Start the weekend with a free Friday night outdoor concert at Northstar. The Vagabond Opera will be playing the Village Stage from 7-9pm. This is part of Northstar's Summer Kickoff which takes place all weekend at the resort.

If you miss the Friday concert visit Commons Beach in Tahoe City for a free lakefront concert on Sunday featuring Albino! There are not many better places to watch a concert.......a free concert at that.

Hike of the Week. Check out the hike of the week from http://www.tahoeloco.com/, the five lakes trail. This is a great day hike in Alpine Meadows. Pack a picnic and hike to these beautiful alpine lakes. HERE are the directions.

It looks like a gorgeous summer weekend so get on the water! Book the Tonopalo Formula or jetskis. You might notice a couple of new items on the beach, specifically a new hobiecat sailboat and stand up paddleboards. The paddleboards are all the rage and you can find them all over the lake these days. Grab a board at Tonopalo and give it a try.

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Have a great week and please let me know if there is anything I can help you with.

-Jamie Schou
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Summer is Really Coming.....I Promise

2009-06-17T10:29:00.000-07:00

What a wet June! It has been a wet one up here which has kept things a little slow as of late, but water is much needed in these parts so there are no complaints here. That being said it looks like we are back to typical June weather this weekend with a forecast for clear skies and temps in the mid 70s.

So, bring the boat up (or reserve the Tonopalo Formula), rent some jet skis, try the new paddleboards, bring a good book for the beach, bikes, hiking boots, and all the rest of the toys, cause it's on. Summer in Tahoe!!

There will be plenty to keep you entertained at Tonopalo, but just in case you are out and about here are some other events happening this weekend.

The 37th annual Concours d'Elegance kicks off this Friday at Sierra Boat Co. just down the street in Carnelian Bay. If you enjoy classic wooden boats this is not to be missed. Be sure to look for Clementine, a woody owned by your fellow Tonopalo owners the Linnemans.

Don't miss Tahoe City's summer kick off this weekend, the Summer Solstice Festival includes live music, car shows, and a paddlefest at Commons Beach.

For the bikers out there, the Tour de Nez will be taking place this weekend with a variety of bike races and events throughout the area. The main event will take place Saturday at Northstar. The Thursday night race in downtown Truckee is one of my favorites and I would recommend it if you are up here then.

Summer has kicked off and there is more than enough going on to keep you busy. If you have any questions about events or if there is anything else you need please let me know!

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested!) and #9 for $289,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings.
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Hope to see you up here!
-Jamie
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Brighter Skies Ahead?

2009-06-03T15:13:00.000-07:00

It has been a wet week up here with showers and thunderstorms just about every day. The temperatures have been nice and the mornings are generally beautiful, but as I recommended last week, get out and ejoy the outdoors early as the afternoons have been bringing unsettled weather.

Another continuation from last week is the great Northstar golf deal. $39 rounds of golf Monday through Thursday this week, June 8th-11th. Advanced tee times are required. Call the pro shop at 530.562.3290

This Saturday is The Bay to Bay Community Clean Up Day in North Lake Tahoe. The clean up will take place along community beaches of North Lake Tahoe. If you are reading this and plan on being in Tahoe it is probably for some vacation time, but if you are on the beach and see a peice of garbage it would be a great gesture to get it to the appropriate trash can. If you would like more information about the event visit http://www.ntbamainstreet.org/.

This Tuesday is the opening day of the Kings Beach Farmer's Market at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area parking lot from 9am-1pm. Where better to visit a farmers market than at the beach on Lake Tahoe?

Other weekend events include a full moon kayak with Tahoe City Kayaks and the annual Truckee Duckee Derby at River Ranch. Plenty to do so come up and enjoy it.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested!) and #9 for $289,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings.

Join the Tonopalo Facebook Page!

Hope to see you up here!
-Jamie
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Get up Here

2009-05-28T09:39:00.000-07:00

Looks like another gorgeous early summer weekend in Tahoe! My one piece of advise this week would be to get out and play early. We have seen various degrees of afternoon weather coming through the sierra starting between 1-4 in the afternoon and including everything from dark blustery conditions to some light scattered clouds. The forecast is for the same throughout the weekend. So get out and enjoy the early morning sun and heat just in case!

Get out and golf this week! Northstar is offering 18 holes for only $39 this week as part of customer appreciation days. Advanced tee times are required. Offer is good June 1st-June 4th. Call the pro shop at 530-562-3290 for reservations.

Hiking - Crowds are still down, the trails aren't too dusty yet, and there is still some great spring runoff to get out and see. Try the Shirley Canyon hike in Squaw, or Eagle Falls and Eagle Lake above Emerald Bay. Both great early summer hikes. Visit The Weekly's website for directions. Or give me a call anytime.

The mornings have been really calm recently. Great for kayaking or paddleboarding off the beach at Tonopalo.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #14 is currently being offered for $235,000! (this is the lowest I have seen a Tonopalo home. Please tell anyone you know who might be interested!) and #9 for $289,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings.

Join the Tonopalo Facebook Page!

Hope to see you up here!
-Jamie
530.798.1393
jschou@kw.com

Opening Day at the Lake!

2009-05-21T10:04:00.001-07:00

It looks like it's going to be a wonderful weekend at Lake Tahoe!

The west shore will host it's third annual "Opening Day at the Lake" with a variety of events including deck opening parties, seaplane displays and fly-bys, and live music. For a complete schedule of events visit http://www.tahoewestshoreassoc.com/. I would recommend trying to get down to homewood on Monday to see the seaplanes. Find out more about the "seaplane splash-in" at http://www.mikebrown-splashin.org/.

All the area golf courses are now open for the season. View the blog from last week for websites to make tee times.

The waterfront at Tonopalo is in full swing. Buoys are all in the water, the Tonopalo Formula is gassed up and ready to go, Bentley has his jet skis in the water ready to ride, and the rest of the flotilla are on the beach ready for owner and guest use. With the weather forecast to be in the mid 70s all weekend, this should be a great opportunity to get some early summer lake time in. Call the front desk (530-546-6500) to book the Formula or jetski rentals.
....Book the Formula Monday for the seaplane fly-in for a really cool day on the lake........

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TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #2 is currently being offered for $699,000! and #9 for $289,000! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo lisings.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know.
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530.798.1393

Summer Temps in May

2009-05-12T12:42:00.001-07:00

It gonna be a gorgeous weekend up here in Tahoe. Come enjoy it with us!

With temps forecast to be in the 70s and even 80s this weekend its time to start thinking golf! Here is an update with 2009 scheduled openings and deals.

Brockway Golf Course (Kings Beach) - Open for the Season
Ponderosa Golf Course (Truckee) - Open for the Season
Whitehawk Golf Course (Clio 45 min north of Truckee) - Open for the Season
Tahoe City Golf Course (Tahoe City) - Open for he Season
Northstar Golf Course - Driving range open May 15th, Course to open May 22nd
Old Greenwood (Truckee) - Open May 15th
Coyote Moon (Truckee) - Open May 22nd
Tahoe Donner (Truckee) - Open May 22nd

Whitehawk is currently offering all you can play for $95 and Tahoe city is offering play for as little as $25. Please call golf courses for more info and tee times.

Another great welcome to summer warm weather event is the Lake Tahoe Water Trail Spring Paddle this Sunday. Start with the group at Sand Harbor and paddle down to the Thunderbird Lodge for an optional tour. Cost is $20 per person and includes lunch. Sign up today by calling 530-544-5486.

There is a new addition to the flotilla on the Tonopalo beach, Stand Up Paddleboards. Check them out, they are all the rage these days. Known to be a great core workout while having fun on the water these are now at your disposal through Tonopalo. Check in with the front desk to get the gear and a quick lesson.

The buoys are in the water as is the Tonopalo Formula. Get on the lake if you have the chance. It's a great time of year to be out there!

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TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - There are GREAT opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. Tell your family and friends. Home #2 is currently being offered for $699,000! and #5 for $390,000 with the possibility of seller financing.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know.
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530.798.1393

Thanks MOM!

2009-05-06T12:41:00.000-07:00

What a wet week! It has been raining off and on since Friday but it looks like a gorgeous weekend is in store for Mother's Day. So get up here!

Mother's Day brunch is one of the best traditions of the occasion and there are some great options to treat mom in North Lake. Try Jake's on the Lake for a complete brunch menu and terrific views of Lake Tahoe.

We are in the midst of the "shoulder season" BUT Squaw Valley is still open for one more weekend of skiing and the hiking and biking are spectacular. If it's warm enough you may even be able to get a kayak or boat ride in too.

The Lake Cushing Classic, an annual pond crossing event at Squaw was postponed from last weekend and is now scheduled to take place this Saturday. This is an event that always proves to be entertaining. Squaw's closing day is this Sunday, so if you still have the ski bug get out there and enjoy it this weekend!

Want a night out without the kids. Wolfdale's restaurant in Tahoe City is offering free childcare courtesy of Little Sprouts Day Care every Saturday night from 6-10pm. For more info call Wolfdales at 530-583-5700

In Tonopalo news the buoys are all in place and the Formula is scheduled to be in the water by the weekend. One more sign that summer is upon us. This time of year is actually great for a boat ride and sightseeing. It is a little cooler but there are no other boats on the lake which makes for a great smooth ride. Call the front desk to make reservations.

Please pass this on to anyone who you think might be interested....

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings and information. There are some great values including home #2 offered for $699,000 and a share in home #19 for $565,000! Call me now for more info and to view property anywhere!!

Are you on Facebook? Join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know.
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530.798.1393

Wet May Weekend Ahead?

2009-04-29T15:02:00.000-07:00

April showers bring May flowers...right? Oh it's gonna be May this weekend. Well, a couple early showers in May won't hurt anybody. We sure need the moisture!! Yes, it looks like rain this weekend and maybe even into early next week. Well, regardless there is still plenty to enjoy in Tahoe over the next week including skiing across water and of course Cinco de Mayo!

The Annual Lake Cushing Crossing is scheduled to take place this Sunday at Squaw Valley USA. The Cushing Crossing is a wacky end of the season event in which contestants attempt to cross a pond at the bottom of the ski hill on skis, snowboards, or other improvised water crossing devices. Participate if you are brave enough, but if you are not join the celebration as a spectator. Stand back if you want to stay dry! (May be rescheduled if there is bad weather).

Cinco de Mayo will be celebrated in many ways and locations in North Lake Tahoe and Truckee. One of the most convenient for Tonopalo owners and perhaps the most thorough around the lake is taking place at Caliente in Kings Beach. The celebration will begin on Friday and continue through Tuesday, the traditional holiday date (yeah....the 5th of May). So stop by one night (or day) during your stay to take advantage of the great specials. Click Here for a full schedule and call me if you are looking for other options.

It looks like some wet weather is on tap for the weekend but I am thinking we are going to see clearing early next week which will make for some great hiking and biking conditions. If I'm right about the weather and you're still in the neighborhood check out the Sagehen Creek trail. Just north of Truckee on highway 89 this trail should be clear of snow and offers a great early season hike or bike.

Other Notes: Squaw Valley is still open and operating, Brockway Golf Course in Kings Beach and Ponderosa Golf Course in Truckee are now open for the season.

At Tonopalo: The buoys are scheduled to be in the water by the weekend and there are kayaks on the beach....one step closer to summer!

I-80 Roadwork: Remember there is roadwork going on on I-80 right now! Visit http://www.getacross80.com/ for more information and detour times. Don't make the drive longer if you don't have to!

Please pass this on to anyone who you think might be interested....

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings and information. There are some great values including home #2 offered for $699,000 and a share in home #19 for $565,000! Call me now for more info and to view property anywhere!!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know.
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530.798.1393

Ski or Golf? What to do?

2009-04-22T14:40:00.000-07:00

Well, it's that time of year...."the offseason". Ha!, not here! This is the best time of year in Tahoe in my opinion. Ski in the morning, golf in the afternoon.....or hike in the morning and when you hit the snowline throw on the snowshoes. You can do it all! Golf courses are opening, tennis courts are clear, bike paths have been swept, AND chairlifts are still spinning!...not to mention the fact that you have just about everything to yourself.

On the ski front, Squaw Valley is still open and operating and KT-22 is open through this Sunday and there are $20 lift tickets being offered this Sunday in conjuction with the 101.5FM pool party at high camp. With temperatures scheduled to be below freezing at night it should keep the snow and spring skiing pretty good. So get out for those last days!

Old Brockway Golf Course is now open for the season! Just down the street from Tonopalo, Brockway offers great rates and a classic Tahoe golfing experience. Call for tee times and 2009 rates.

So there is still a lot of snow in the high sierra, but trails are clearing at lake level and in the Truckee area. Don't be afraid to bring the bike or the hiking boots this trip. I have seen a lot of bikers along 89 and around the lake and most say it is a great time to be riding because it is not too hot yet and the road traffic is still very light. If you want to hike try something low elevation in the North Tahoe Regional Park or the Emigrant Trail in Truckee.

I-80 Roadwork: Remeber there is roadwork going on on I-80 right now! Visit http://www.getacross80.com/ for more information and detour times. Don't make the drive longer if you don't have to!

Please pass this on to anyone who you think might be interested....

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for all Tonopalo listings and information. If you know anyone interested in the property please tell them to contact me....there are some great oportunities! I am available this weekend if you have any friends at the property who would like to learn more or tour other homes. There are some great values including home #2 offered for $699,000 and a share in home #19 for $555,000!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know.
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530-798-1393

Earth Day

2009-04-16T10:51:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful weekend for an Earth Day celebration with blue skies and temperatures forecast to be near 70 degrees!

Squaw Valley is hosting the North Lake Tahoe Truckee Earth Day Festival 2009 this weekend. This year's theme is "Living Local". The celebration will include live music, an eco-parade, and a number of vendors educating and promoting eco products. This is a great event for the whole family if you are not skiing this Saturday...or even after a great day on the hill.

If you are going to ski this weekend take advantage of a $25 ticket to Squaw Valley on Sunday! Squaw is sponsoring a Skiing for Schools day. Tickets CANNOT be purchased at the resort and must be pre-purchased at Porters Ski Shop (Tahoe City, Truckee, or Incline) or online at http://www.exined.com/.

The ski season is over for some including Alpine Meadows and Northstar. The two resorts will be closed for the season after skiing on Sunday. Northstar is offering a $40 ticket good for both Saturday and Sunday this weekend in celebration of earth day. This ticket can only be purchased online and is obviously a heck of a deal!

Alpine Meadows will host a variety of events for their closing weekend including live music, a snow golf tourney, and the mad cow downhill (a chinese downhill style race). Visit their website for all the event details.

There is a lot going on this weekend in Tahoe and again, it is gonna be Gorgeous! So, get to the hill, the earth day celebration, or just grab a chair and get some early season beach time in at Tonopalo.

Please pass this page on to anyone who you think might be interested....

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. If you know anyone interested in the property tell them to act now! I am available this weekend if you have any friends at the property who would like to learn more or tour other homes. There are some great values including home #2 offered for $699,000 and a share in home #16 just listed for $385,000!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530-798-1393

Happy Easter

2009-04-09T14:32:00.000-07:00

Well, it's Easter weekend in the sierra an of course there's snow....well for now anyway. It is snowing as I write this but it looks as though it will clear up for the weekend and for the early part of next week. Should be back to great spring skiing! Visit the Tahoe Weather Geek for a great local forecast or another favorite of mine Weather Underground for a 7 day forecast.

There are Easter festivities just about everywhere this weekend including the regular brunches and Easter egg hunts. Northstar and Alpine will be hosting on hill Easter egg hunts for the kids and Squaw Valley will have the bunny out as well. Alpine Meadows will actually have a golden egg located on the ski hill that contains a 2009/2010 midweek season pass....so keep your eyes out for that one!

Another popular Easter activity is brunch of course and just about every area restaurant is hosting such an event. One of my favorite Easter brunches is at Moody's Bistro in Truckee. Have a great big brunch with the family and walk it off by perusing the local shops in historic downtown Truckee.

Lastly, summer road work has already started!! Evening and nighttime road work is planned on I 80 throughout the summer. Here is a map of detours or you can visit http://www.getacross80.com/ for more detailed information. Don't sit in extra traffic if you don't have to!

Please pass this page on to anyone who you think might be interested....

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. If you know anyone interested in the property tell them to act now! I am available this weekend if you have any friends at the property who would like to learn more or tour other homes. There are some great values including home #2 offered for $699,000 and a share in home #16 just listed for $385,000!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530-798-1393

Spring has Sprung!

2009-03-25T11:05:00.000-07:00

Yes, it is here, spring weather, spring skiing and of course spring parties. Live outdoor music, pool parties, and great corn snow are on the schedule for this weekend at all the Lake Tahoe resorts.

Temperatures are forecast to be pushing 60 degrees by Saturday and with a great base of snow from recent storms the sping skiing should be excellent.

Squaw Valley is hosting the Sprint U.S. Freestyle Champoinship this weekend bringing some of the best mogul and halfpipe skiers in the nation to the hill. The mogul event takes place under the Red Dog chairlift at the Squaw Valley base area, while the halfpipe competition will be at the Riviera Terrain Park at mid-mountain. The event includes great parties at 22 Bistro in the village on Friday night (featuring guest bartender Jonny Moseley) and a High Camp pool party on Saturday afternoon from 2-5pm. Visit the website for a complete schedule of competition and events.

Other fun spring events include free ice skating in the Northstar Village, Live music at Alpine Meadows on Saturday afternoon, or....here's one for the kids, go over to Tahoe Donner Ski Area on Saturday the 28th to witness a 200 foot long banana split! That right, over 200 bananas and 40 gallons of vanilla ice cream will be put together with all the toppings to create this beast. The tasty treat is being served from 1-2pm so don't be late.

So, hit the hill, watch some great skiing, or just jump in a kayak for a little paddle on the calm spring water on the lake this weekend. It should be a great one!

Please pass this page on to anyone who you think might be interested....

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. If you know anyone interested in the property tell them to act now! I am available this weekend if you have any friends at the property who would like to learn more or tour other homes. There are some great values including home #2 offered for $699,000 and #5 listed for $390,000 with possible owner financing!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530-798-1393

First Days of Spring Bring Snow to Tahoe

2009-03-20T11:22:00.000-07:00

You have to love the weather up here, after enjoying almost 60 degree weather for the past few days it looks like it will all change for the weekend. It's officially Spring and a storm is brewing in the Gulf of Alaska that has the potential to leave over a foot of new snow in the higher elevations of the Sierra! Visit the Tahoe Weather Geek for a great discussion about Tahoe weather conditions and forecasts.

Also today, Squaw Valley is starting an anniversary pass sale. Included in the sale are $179 spring passes that are valid for the remainder of the 2009 season starting on March 29th. But, the best deal being offered by Squaw are season passes for next season starting at $369!!...yes $369. That is unprecedented for Squaw Valley. The passes are being offered in celebration of Squaw Valley's 60th anniversary and the 50th anniversary of the 1960 Winter Olympics at the resort. The passes are only being offered until May 11th and quantities are limited so get the the Squaw website soon.

Another great area offering comes from Moody's Bistro in Truckee and Baxter's at Northstar which are both offering their full wine lists at retail pricing! If you are up for night out this might be a good option.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. If you know anyone interested in the property tell them to act now! I am available this weekend if you have any friends at the property who would like to learn more or tour other homes. There are some great values including home #5 listed for $390,000 with possible owner financing!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!
-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530-798-1393

Long Days

2009-03-10T10:16:00.000-07:00

What a difference 6 feet makes!! The mountains are all skiing great again, the sun is shining bright, and it looks like the last couple months of the ski season are going to be spectacular!

After the storms of last week Tahoe ski areas are reporting anywhere from 4 to 7 feet of new snow! The skiing has been fantastic and the month of March is loaded with great events so come enjoy it up here!

The big event of next week is St Patrick's Day of course but there are others too. One event I would recommend is the Abilities Bash, a fundraiser for Disabled Sports USA Far West. The event takes place Saturday March 14th at the lodge at Alpine Meadows from 7-10:30 PM. The Ability Bash will honor Wounded Warriors returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more info visit http://www.disabledsports.net/ or call (530) 582-4161.

Jake's on the Lake is combing the spirit of giving with the St. Patrick's Holiday. Their holiday celebration on the 17th will include discounts, traditional Irish food, charity raffles benefiting Disabled Sports USA, and live music starting at 6pm. For detail call (530) 583-0188.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. There are some great purchase opportunities at Tonopalo. If you know anyone with interest in the property tell them to act now! Enjoy your time in Tahoe and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@kw.com
530-798-1393

2008-08-06T09:47:00.000-07:00

EVENTS - Here are a couple more events happening this weekend in addition to the ongoing summer events below.

Truckee Rodeo - Enjoy the spirit of the west right in downtown Truckee!

Concours d'Elegance - One of the premier events of the summer, the Concours d'Elegance showcases some of the most beautiful wooden boats in the world.

Tahoe Maritime Museum's 3rd Annual Marine Swap - I am not too sure what you will find at the Marine Swap, but if you are a boater or an aficianado you might want to stop by to see what gems you can pick up.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE - Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. There are now 2 shares in escrow with offers on two more!! The property has been very busy with very interested buyers in the past few weeks. If you know anyone with interest in the property tell them to act now!

Enjoy your time in Tahoe and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

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High Season

2008-07-24T10:10:00.000-07:00

We are in the midst of another beautiful Tahoe Summer and the smoke has finally cleared. So, get outside and enjoy it. Here are some Summer only outdoor events that are happening right now.

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival - Shakespeare at Sand Harbor is one of summer's finest events. Visit the website now or call 800-74-SHOWS for show and ticket info.

The Lake Tahoe Music Festival - This is another special event that is a must see if you are a music lover. Concerts take place outdoors at Homewood or on the Tahoe Donner Golf Course. A great way to spend a summer evening in Tahoe.

Free Concerts and Movie nights at Commons Beach in Tahoe City - Outdoors, free, and on the lake.....now that's tough to beat?

Moody's Mondays at Northstar - Dine on chef Estee's amazing cuisine and enjoy some of the areas best live jazz in the new Northstar Village.

Squaw Valley Sunse Hike - Enjoy the serenity at the top of the mountain while watching the sun set.

Farmers' Market - Stroll the market and pick up your favorite produce in Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Homewood, or Truckee. Check the website for dates and times.

These are just a few of the great entertainment options offered this summer. If you have questions about these events or need other recommendations feel free to contact me anytime.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. A share in home #19 just sold last week and a share in Home #1 just went into escrow!! The property has been very busy with very interested buyers in the past few weeks. If you know anyone interested in the property tell them to act now!

Enjoy your time in Tahoe and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

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2008-07-16T14:20:00.000-07:00

EVENTS - The Lake Tahoe Music Festival starts this week featuring the Christian Scott Quintet with the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra this Saturday at Homewood. Bring a picnic, some wine, and enjoy great music in a wonderful mountain atmosphere. These concerts run through August 9th so be sure to check the website while you are here!

So you like wine, and music? Well how about art? Visit the Squaw Valley Art, Wine and Music Festival on Saturday and Sunday this week. This is a great charitable event that benefits Disable Sports USA Far West. Tickets are $25 which includes a commemorative wine glass. The festival runs 10-6 Saturday and Sunday with wine tasting from 2-6pm each day.

HIKING - Itching to hit the trail? Head to Northstar for a free guided hike. Scenic lift ride tickets are complimentary all summer and Northstar is also offering free guided hikes. Hikers meet at 11:00am Thursday through Monday at the bottom of the gondola. Be prepared with appropriate shoes and water....and dogs are welcome.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website for listings and information. A share in home #19 just sold!! Call me for more information. The property has been very busy with very interested buyers in the past few weeks. If you know anyone interested in the property tell them to act now!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!
-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

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2008-07-09T13:30:00.000-07:00

Summer is in full swing and there is more than enough to do to keep you busy for your week here. These are just a few ideas..... Scroll down to find additional info on Hiking, Rafting, Dining, and much more! Have a great week.

EVENTS

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival - Yes, it is here again starting Wednesday July 9th. The festival will be highlighted by 2 plays, Richard III and A Midsummer Nights Dream. This is one of the premier summer events in Lake Tahoe and is not to be missed. Sit on the beach at Sand Harbor with a glass of wine and some amazing food served by the events vendors (our pack your own picnic dinner) and enjoy Shakespeare on Lake Tahoe! Call 800-74-SHOWS or visit http://www.laketahoeshakespeare.com/tickets for tickets.

Paddleboarding is a sport that seems to be sweeping the nation and Lake Tahoe has not been left out. There are two SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) races on Tahoe this summer ( The Jam to the Dam takes place this weekend) and you will see these boards for rent at marina's and kayak shops around the lake. So, give one a try if you have the chance. You can rent from Tahoe Paddle and Oar in Kings Beach starting at $15 per hour.

Don't forget about the free concerts and movie nights at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Check the event calendar for listings and showtimes.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Visit the Tonopalo Sales website listings and information. My deal of the week is home #2 listed for $749,000. Did you know that a share in this home sold for $860,000 2 years ago? There are great values right now and buyers are going to snatch them up. Don't get left tin the dust!

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!
-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

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Happy Fourth!

2008-07-02T13:36:00.000-07:00

FIREWORKS Celebrations are abound this weekend and here are a few places to celebrate our Independence by watching fireworks displays.

July 3rd - Squaw Valley - Laser light show, live music, and activities all day at Whole Lotta Squaw
July 3rd - Kings Beach - The fireworks will start right off the beach 15 minutes after dusk.
July 4th - Tahoe City - Fireworks Display off of Commons Beach in Tahoe City. Show Start at approximately 9PM
July 4th - Truckee - Fireworks at West End Beach on Donner Lake (tickets must be purchased in advance for access to West End Beach)

EVENTS Free outdoor concerts are open to the public every Sunday at Commons Beach in Tahoe City. This weeks featured artist is the Kenny Neal band. Concerts run from 4-7pm.

Also at Commons Beach are free movie night on Wednesdays. This weeks movie is The Golden Compass, starting at dusk.

RAFTING The Truckee River is open for business. The water is flowing and last weekend the rafting companies opened for the season. Visit the Truckee River Raft Company or Truckee River Rafting websites for more information, directions, and of course discount coupons!!

If you are looking for more adventure, raft the lower Truckee River. Starting just east of Truckee the river runs about 7 miles towards Reno where you will experience everything from class 2 to 3+ rapids. This is just a short trip from Tonopalo that will provide loads of fun. Contact Tributary Whitewater Tours for more info.

4Th OF JULY FYI......With the 4th falling on a Friday this year I would expect that the area will be as busy as ever, so I would recommend that you avoid driving over the weekend....especially to Tahoe City! The traffic in TC is notoriously bad on Summer afternoons and I would expect that this weekend the problem will be even more magnified.

So, book the Formula for a couple hours, rent Bentley's jetskis, or just hang at the pool and beach. If you can, wait until Monday to schedule your big Tahoe excursions. Have a great week and Happy 4th of July!!

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE There are great opportunities right now and the property is getting very busy. If you have friends or family that are interested please contact me ASAP. Now is the time to make an offer! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares or call me directly.

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

Smoke on the Water

2008-06-26T10:44:00.000-07:00

We should be very thankful that it is just smoke and not fire, but it is unpleasant nonetheless. With fires raging all over California Lake Tahoe has been covered in a thick haze for the better part of a week now. Physical outdoor activity is being discouraged, but hopefully by the weekend favorable weather conditions will relieve us of at least some of the smoke.

EVENTS Visit Tahoe City on Sunday evening for the free Concerts at Commons Beach. Running every Sunday through the summer these free concerts run from 4pm-7pm on Sunday evenings. This week features Aphrodesia. This should be a great event for the whole family.

Head back to Tahoe City Monday night for the Lakeside Summer Movie Series also at Commons Beach. This week's featured movie is August Rush (PG 133mins.) starting at dusk on July 2nd.

DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT Northstar is now hosting Moody's Mondays throughout the summer. This is a seasonal summer event that is not to be missed. Excellent live jazz and a casual atmosphere pair nicely with chef Estee's amazing culinary creations. For a great night out put this event on your calendar. Reservations are necessary and may be made by calling 530-587-8688.

FIREWORKS Remember there are fireworks in Kings Beach on Thursday night the 3rd of July. I know 4th of July falls on an odd day for Tonopalo owners, but whether you are here the week before or the week after you will still be able to enjoy Independence Day fireworks at Lake Tahoe.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #8 is still a great opportunity listed at $325,000. Do you know anyone interested in homes at Tonopalo? Now is the time to make an offer! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares or call me directly.

Do you Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Don't forget to pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

2008-06-18T15:06:00.000-07:00

"School's out for summer...." I hope that is true for most of the kids out there now because it is a great time to be up here!!

EVENTS I mentioned it last week, but I am going to write about it again because it is such a fun event. The Tour De Nez will be in North Lake Tahoe and Truckee this weekend with events in Thursday in Truckee and on Thursday Friday and Saturday at Northstar. I know I wrote about this before, but it is a really fun event for the cycling enthusiast, casual rider, and even non rider. Pick up a local paper for a schedule of events or visit http://www.tourdenez.com/.

The Village at Squaw will also be hosting a fine arts festival this weekend (open from 10-5 both Saturday and Sunday). The cable car opens for the summer this weekend as well if that is any more incentive to head out to the valley.

The Rodeo is in town!! Well, in Reno at least. If you want to really experience a night right out of the old west head down to Reno one night during your stay to experience the rodeo. This is really a fun time filled with great spectator events, rides, and of course plenty of BBQ and cotton candy.

Billed as the "Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West", the Rodeo runs every night in Reno from June 19th - June 28th. Visit their website for more information and event times http://www.renorodeo.com/.

JET SKIING Bentley and his brother Ronnie are renting jet skis to Tonopalo owners and guests for their second summer now and with great rates the jet skis are getting booked fast. So act now if you are interested in reserving some time on these fun toys. Call the Tonopalo front desk for more information. I know you have the number, but here it is again just in case 530-546-6500.

HIKING At this point in the summer the snow is receding rapidly and the trails are in most cases totally clear and accessible. So take advantage...I would almost recommend looking for the snow. Not only will run off keep the dust down, but it just fun to be standing in the snow on an 80 degree day looking down at people playing golf and boating.

My recommendation would be to visit Barker Pass off of highway 89. Going up this road will give you some elevation gain and you can drive directly to the Pacific Crest Trail. This website gives good directions hiking north to Twin Peaks on the PCT or this site gives directions south to Richardson Lake. For a more moderate hike try the hike to Ellis Peak for great views!! Have fun and take plenty of water.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #8 is still a great opportunity listed at $325,000. Do you know anyone interested in homes at Tonopalo? Now is the time to make an offer! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares or call me directly.

Do you use Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

That's it for now. Pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou jschou@interorealestate.com 530-798-1393

Summertime!

2008-06-12T12:02:00.000-07:00

Summer At Tonopalo!!!

With temperatures expected to be in the 80's this weekend Summer at Lake Tahoe should be in full swing! So I am going to start of with the obvious choice for entertainment, Boating!

BOATING Kayaking, Sailing, Jet Skiing, or a ride on the Tonopalo Formula, take your pick. This weekend should be a prime boating weekend. Warm temperature and small breezes will make for great lake time, whether you are enjoying any of the above activities.

Reserve a jet ski now from Thomas Brothers Moto Sports, just call the Tonopalo front desk for more information and rates. Or, book the Tonopalo Formula for a lake tour or just some time on the water.

The staff is in the process of putting sailboats together this week as well, so if the afternoon breeze picks up take a sail.

The Lake was pretty calm Friday morning, a great time for a paddle.....

EVENTS This week North Lake Tahoe and Truckee are hosting the Tour De Nez! The Tour De Nez is a great biking event that can be enjoyed by all, whether you are a biking enthusiast or not. I have never stepped on a road bike in my life, but over the past couple years I have truly loved watching the Truckee criterium (the criterium is about a one mile loop around downtown Truckee that is raced for 60 minutes and at the last lap the bell is rung and the first person across the line wins. It is a great spectator event). It really gives you an appreciation for the sport and it is exciting to watch!! The Schedule of events is on the website.

NEWS Sadly, a bear was put down on the west shore this week. A resident had been leaving their dog tied up outside and the young cub decided to come enjoy the dogs food and also befriend the dog as a playmate. Unfortunately the bear became accustomed to eating the food and visiting the house daily. The residents enjoyed the show and one day came to close and the bear swiped at her leg. After alerting the authorities they had no choice but to kill the bear (there is a clear policy that any bears that are aggressive with humans must be put down).

This is a very sad story which could have all been avoided for the bear if these residents had any bear sense. Please remember to keep your distance from these animals and never ever feed the bears. It is for your safety and also theirs!

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #8 is now priced at $325,000. Do you know anyone interested in homes at Tonopalo? Now is the time to make an offer! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares.

Do you use Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

That's it for now. Pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Enjoy your time here and if there is ever anything I can help you with please let me know!

-Jamie Schou
jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

Come up and Play

2008-06-04T10:22:00.000-07:00

It looks like another beautiful weekend is in store for us up here at the lake. Sunny skies and slightly cooler temperatures will make it a great weekend to play outside in the sierras. The hiking, biking and of course boating are all phenomenal right now.

EVENTS San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsome will be at Squaw Valley this Friday sharing his views on risk taking in politics with the Squaw Valley Institute. The program will take place at the PlumpJack Conference Center in Squaw Valley starting at 7:00PM. Tickets available online at http://www.squawvalleyinstitute.org/ up to 24 hours before event or at door if space allows. Donation to Squaw Valley Institute requested: $10.00. Children and students with ID are FREE.
North Tahoe Cleanup Day takes place this Saturday the 7th with registration taking place in Tahoe Vista and Kings Beach at 9:00AM. Those interested in cleaning up Kings Beach can register in the conservancy lot next to Enviro Rents at the corner of Hwy 28 and Coon Street; registration for Tahoe Vista and Carnelian Bay is at the Tahoe Vista Rec Area. Maps will be on hand at registration tables to designate clean up areas. All clean up volunteers and participants will receive a blue recycle bag, gloves, Sunflower seeds and a 2008 Clean Up Day T-shirt.
There is also a special BBQ after clean up featuring food from Blue Onion Cafe and Catering, live music compliments of Fearless Chicken and raffle prizes for all volunteers. The BBQ will be at North Tahoe Beach across the street from Safeway in Tahoe Vista.

This is a great community event and if you have other plans take to the spirit of the day by picking up a few pieces of trash, whether off the beach in front of Tonopalo or wherever you end up this Saturday!

BOATING It is finally starting to warm up, but the lake is still quiet so get out there and enjoy it! Call the front desk to book the Tonopalo Formula or some Jetskis if you really want to get adventurous.

KAYAKING With clear skies and calm weather expected why not get out on the lake for a paddle? Grab a kayak on the Tonopalo beach and explore the nearby shoreline in the afternoon or be the early riser and paddle over to Kings Beach for coffee and a breakfast bagel at Java Hut (it is about a 1.5 mile paddle each way).

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #8 is now priced at $325,000. This is a steal for this home! 2300 square feet with 3 bedrooms and a den! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares.

That's it for now. Pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Thanks for reading and please call if there is anything I can help you with.

-Jamie Schou jschou@interorealestate.com
530-798-1393

June Already?

2008-05-29T09:16:00.000-07:00

Yes, June 1st is this Sunday...it sure doesn't feel like it though. It was cold and wet all week up at the lake, but it is looking like we are working our way towards some better weather.

So, it is still a little quiet up here before summer really starts. There are not a lot of events, but it is a great time to get out and enjoy the peace and quiet on the water or hiking and biking trails.

HIKING The trails are actually in great shape right now due to all the spring moisture we have seen (the wetness keeps the dust down). A nice casual hike that provides some spectacular scenery is in Emerald Bay. You can park at Eagle Falls and hike either down towards Lower Eagle Falls and Emerald Bay or uphill to Upper Eagle Falls and further on if you'd like towards Desolation Wilderness. Either way there are some great views and the water should still be flowing heavily this time of year.

BIKING Northstar at Tahoe is open on weekends for lift serviced riding (not a bad way to do it, especially considering that they have made drastic improvements to their beginner and intermediate riding). Or just run down to Olympic Bike Shop in Tahoe City, rent a bike and ride to River Ranch for lunch. The river is not covered in rafters yet so it is a nice quiet and beautiful ride.

EVENTS The big event of the weekend is the 15th Annual Charity Fishing Derby Sunday June 1st. With prizes including season ski passes and up to $1000 Cash, this event draws a big crowd. The Fishing starts bright and early but stop by for the brunch at Jake's on the Lake from 11 - 1:30...maybe you will catch sight of some of the big fish (the record for largest Mackinaw caught in Lake Tahoe is 36 lb. 6oz.!).

OTHER NEWS I just visited with the sales team at the new Hyatt in Northstar. They are offering a really amazing product there. It is nothing close to Tonopalo of course (there is no lake at Northstar yet) but the building is truly ski-in/ski-out. Anyway, more importantly they are offering free stays in the village at Northstar to prospective buyers who would like to visit the property. Call or e-mail me for more information on this one.

On that note, Timilick Tahoe (a golf course community in Truckee) is offering a $99 Weekend Getaway Package that includes a 3 day/ 2 night stay and a property tour. Again, contact me for more info.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #8 is now priced at $325,000. This is a steal for this home! 2300 square feet with 3 bedrooms and a den! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares.

Are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

That's it for now. Pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Thanks for reading and please call if there is anything I can help you with.

-Jamie Schou
530-798-1393
jschou@interorealestate.com

Opening Day at the Lake (Memorial Day Weekend)

2008-05-21T13:56:00.000-07:00

At least that is what many call memorial day weekend, and it sure seems to hold true with the number of events taking place this weekend.

EVENTS The weekend is chock a block with deck opening parties, park openings, and of course barbeques and music. The west shore association is hosting "Opening Day at the Lake" which includes deck opening parties at Sunnyside, Chamber's Landing, and the Bridgetender, openings and tours of Vikingsholm and the Erhman Mansion, boat shows, and best yet a seaplane splash-in. Last year about 12 seaplanes splashed down on west shore for the day and this year they are expecting up to 24. These planes will be of all types from all eras. The schedule is for a fly in on Monday morning followed by a barbeque and a fly by finale that afternoon. Weather permitting this could be a great sight to see. Here are the photos from last year http://www.mikebrownsplashin.com/menuphotos.htm. This could be a great event to book the Tonopalo Formula for....

Another heralded event this weekend is the Grand Opening of the newly built Tahoe Maritime Museum. Opening day will begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:30am on Saturday the 24th. There will be tours, refreshments and of course raffle prizes. The prizes include gift certificates from local businesses....AND, everyone who joins the museum on opening day will be entered for the grand prize, a cruise for four aboard the famed Thunderbird yacht combined with a private tour of the Thunderbird Lodge!! This is the best raffle prize I have seen in a long time!

FOOD After a few years hiatus Captain Jon's will be back in business. The location was filled for the past few summers with various seasonal restaurateurs, but this summer will be re-opening as the original Captain Jon's. Right down the street from Tonopalo and with beautiful lake views this could be a welcome addition to the north shore dining scene. They open this weekend, so if you go you'll have to let me know how it is. Reservations can be made by calling 530-546-4819.

BIKING The Northstar mountain bike park returns to operation this weekend with the scheduled opening of the Gondola (2 more lifts to follow when conditions permit). Just like everyone else Northstar has a full weekend of events planned including Giant bike demos on friday.

GOLF All golf courses are open by this weekend! Northstar is offering early season rates through June that include $50 for 18-holes. Call the front desk for tee times.

BOATING Just a reminder that jet skis are available for rent right at Tonopalo through Thomas Brothers Moto Sports (that's Bentley and his brother Ronnie) by calling the front desk or 530-448-1087. And don't forget about the Tonopalo Formula. It is in the water and ready to cruise the lake. Call the front desk for reservations.

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #2 is now priced at $749,000. This is a steal for this home! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares.

Are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

That's all I have for now. Pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Thanks for reading and please call if there is anything I can help you with.
-Jamie Schou
530-798-1393
jschou@interorealestate.com

80 Degrees is the Forecast for Tahoe This Weekend

2008-05-13T10:09:00.000-07:00

That right, 80 or hotter even. It's a funny time of year right now....ski resorts closed....it's not quite summer. Some call it the shoulder season, but there is so much to do in Tahoe right now that no one can get bored.

BOATING Well the Tonopalo Formula is in the water and Bentley has his Jetskis available for rent so come up and enjoy this early taste of summer!! Call the Tonopalo front desk now to book some time on the Formula (530-546-6500) or call Thomas Brothers Moto Sports at 530-448-1087 to reserve a jetski for a few hours while you are here. It will be a great weekend to be on the water....get out now before the crowds!

HIKING There is still a ton of snow in the high country but there is already plenty of great hiking access. It is a great time to hike because the trails are not too dusty or crowded and in the right places you can see some beautiful spring runoff. Try the Shirley Canyon hike in Squaw Valley to see the water runoff at it's height. There are actually some big waterfalls right now....I would recommend staying in the right side of the river on your way up the canyon as it is south facing and has less snow. Either way it is a great hike. Feel free to call or e-mail me for other suggestions.

EVENTS So you've been all over the north shore on the Tonopalo kayaks....well, maybe it's time to get a little more adventurous. Explore the east shore of Lake Tahoe at the Community Paddle this Saturday at Sand Harbor. This is a great way to explore and learn more about the east shore of the lake.....one of the best kayaking spots around.

TONOPALO The deep cleans and tile work are completed and the property is looking great! Here are some pictures from this past week. Notice that the beach is back....the tentative estimates are that the lake will come up about another foot before going back down. So, there will be a great beach at Tonopalo all summer.

The buoy field is a little empty, but the kayaks are out and the Formula is summer ready!

TONOPALO REAL ESTATE Home #9 listed at $359,00. Call me about this one. Seller is motivated. This could be a great opportunity for someone you know! Visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for more information on available shares.

Are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

That's all I have for now. Pass this page on to your friends and bookmark it for yourself! Thanks for reading.
-Jamie Schou
530-798-1393
jschou@interorealestate.com

Here's to the End of Another Great Ski Season

2008-05-06T15:00:00.000-07:00

SKIING Well, after another great ski season Squaw Valley (the last ski resort open in Tahoe) will close this weekend. All good things come to an end right. There are only a few lifts still running, but if you still have the urge to get some turns in you better get out there while you can. All lifts will close at 4PM this Sunday.

GOLF The end of one season means the start of another. That's right, Summer is right around the corner. The buoys are in the water at Tonopalo, the kayaks are on the beach and golf courses are cleared of snow and getting ready to open. In fact Old Brockway golf course in Kings Beach is already open for play daily. Here are the scheduled opening dates for other golf courses in the area: Northstar -May 10th (front nine and driving range only), Old Greenwood - May 16th, Tahoe Donner and Coyote Moon - May 23rd.

MOMS DAY What are you gonna do with mom this weekend? Run down the road to Gar Woods and treat mom to a great mother's day brunch. Or if you want to get a little more adventurous take her to High Camp at Squaw Valley for their Mother's Day brunch. Either way you will get some great food and excellent views.

EVENTS One of the big events this weekend is the Reno River Festival. Head down to Reno to watch pro kayakers compete in various disciplines while enjoying music, food, and beverage on the Truckee River. Remember it is usually about 10-15 degrees warmer in Reno than at the lake so prepare for a little warmer weather. I have never been, but have heard that it is great fun.

REAL ESTATE There are some great deals at Tonopalo right now. If you have any friends or family interested now is a great time to buy!! Home #5 just came on the market at $425,000...this is a 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home with great views . Don't let your friends miss this opportunity! Visit www.tonopalosales.com for more information on available shares.

Lastly, are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff (past and present). Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Check back every week for more news and notes from Tonopalo and all of North Lake Tahoe. Hey, just add this page as a bookmark.

Cinco de Mayo!!

2008-05-01T10:34:00.000-07:00

Yes, it's May already, and the traditional Mexican holiday (or maybe not) is this Monday and there are plenty of celebrations scheduled for our area. The Biltmore is hosting one of the larger area celebrations in their parking lot on Sunday the 4th to include food, drink and live music. And as you might guess, just about every Mexican restaurant will be hosting their own parties. A favorite of mine is El Tor Bravo in Truckee which will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo by having their summer deck opening party this Sunday.

For a little more action you can still hit the slopes. Squaw Valley is still in operation and Alpine Meadows will be celebrating it's closing weekend of the 2007/08 season. Alpine will go out with a bang...and bands. There will be live music both Saturday and Sunday on the sundeck and if you want to see some action be there to watch the mad cow downhill on Saturday. This is an all out group race from the top of Alpine to the bottom and with a 2008/09 season pass going to the winner....should be exciting.

OK, so it is May and you've had enough of this skiing stuff. I don't blame you...putting ski boots on right now sounds pretty tough. Well, Brockway Golf course is now open for the summer!! Head on down the street and play 9 for only $35. Or, just stroll down to the beach at Tonopalo and grab a kayak (yes they are on the beach and ready to go) and take a cruise. This is a great time of year to kayak. The temps are warm and there are really no boats out on the lake yet so you get to enjoy calm waters and the real beauty of Lake Tahoe.

You have to love Spring in the Sierras!! You can do it all. Get up here and enjoy it while you can!

In addition to the kayaks the buoy field is back in place and the Tonopalo Formula is scheduled to be in the water on the 15th of this month. Summer here we come!!

Home #2 at Tonopalo, a premier 3 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with a large den.....now listed for $769,000! This is a great opportunity. Tell your friends now! As always, you can visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for current Tonopalo listings and property information.

Lastly, are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff. Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Check back every week for more news and notes from Tonopalo and all of North Lake Tahoe. Hey, just add this page as a bookmark.

Plenty to do in the "Slow Season"

2008-04-23T11:55:00.000-07:00

Well, as I write this it's cold, snowy, and in feels more like November than April, but that is how it goes in the Sierra. The weather-people are calling for some slight accumulations in the higher elevations today, but we should see some clearing and warmer temps in time for the weekend. I sure hope that is the case!!

Northstar closed last Sunday and they are already gearing up for summer. The driving range is scheduled to open on May 10th with the front nine following closely on May 17th. Also, after a year in hibernation the mountain bike park will re-open this summer!

While Northstar may be a little quiet this weekend Squaw will be a buzz of activity. Squaw will be hosting the 6th Annual North Lake Tahoe Truckee Earth Day Festival. Activities at the festival include an eco-parade (not sure what that entails but should be fun), fashion show, movies, and live music.

Also at squaw this weekend is the annual Cushing Crossing which is always a great spectator event....don't stand too close though or you might end up wet. Look for the pond crossing off the Bar One sun deck at 2PM.

Can't choose what season to enjoy, Spring or Summer? Try both at Alpine Meadow's annual snow golf tournament this Saturday. Golf the day away around the mountain and finish at the base lodge sundeck for free live music....not a bad way to spend a Saturday afternoon in Tahoe.

The Tonopalo staff is continuing with deep cleans and maintenance to have the property in tip top shape and ready for summer. But why wait for summer...grab some Space Available and come enjoy all the great spring events going on up here. Bring some friends and show them what life at Tonopalo is all about!

There are some great opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now!! If you have any friends or family that have ever considered buying at Tonopalo or have even mentioned how much they enjoy the property now is a great time to buy a share. Shares in Homes 8 and 9 are priced at $359,000 and a share in home #19 just dropped to $670,000!! These are great opportunities. Tell your friends now! As always, you can visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for current Tonopalo listings and property information.

Check back every week for more news and notes from Tonopalo and all of North Lake Tahoe. Hey, just add this page as a bookmark.

April Showers

2008-04-02T12:19:00.000-07:00

Well with sunny skies and plenty of snow you would expect to see full chairlifts, but warm weather means golf clubs, tennis rackets, and boats are getting preferential treatment over the skis and boards. So with uncrowded slopes the resorts are all starting to announce closing days. Winter always seems to go by too fast!

So here are some closing dates to keep in mind (these are all subject to change). Come up and get some turns in while you can!

Squaw Valley - Scheduled Closing May 11th
Alpine Meadows - Scheduled Closing May 4th
Northstar at Tahoe - Scheduled Closing April 27th

Just because the resorts are scheduling closings does not mean that the fun is over! There are some great Spring events throughout the month including free outdoor concerts at both Squaw and Alpine this Saturday afternoon and wine tasting going on at Northstar.

Or if you want to see a little more action and possibly some carnage go to Diamond Peak to watch the annual Dummy Downhill.

Things are slowing down at Tonopalo as well. The staff is using this time to deep clean the homes while also completing repairs around the property. I am sure it will look better that ever as the snow melts and the landscaping blooms again.

There are still some great opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now!! If you have any friends or family that have ever considered buying at Tonopalo or have even mentioned how much they enjoy the property now is a great time to buy a share. There are some instances where prices have come down to original or near original pricing!! That combined with great interest rates make for great buying opportunities!! Tell your friends now! As always, you can visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for current Tonopalo listings and property information.

Lastly, are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff. Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Is Winter Coming Back to Tahoe?!

2008-03-26T15:25:00.000-07:00

Well after a gorgeous weekend last weekend this week looks like it may be taking a turn back towards winter. The weekend forecast is calling for scattered snow showers with the possibility of some real moisture early next week! Take a look at the local forecast on NOAA's website.

Easter week and spring break have come and gone....so now what? Well there are a few great benefit events this weekend including the Billy Dutton Memorial Race, an uphill....yes, uphill.....race from the base of Squaw Valley to High Camp on Sunday and the Disabled Sports USA Benefit Bash at Alpine Meadows on Saturday Night. Learn more about these events and what else is going on at http://www.gotahoenorth.com/

Brad Carter was talking about pulling the kayaks out this week, but it looks like mother nature is going to put a stop to that idea for know. I am sure the warm weather and our true spring is right around the corner so I will keep you posted.

Otherwise, things are getting a little quiet already here. The early coming and going of easter means a lot of time until the next holiday weekend. It is a great time to be up here though....great skiing, no crowds and good deals everywhere. So come up if you can!

On another note, there are some great opportunities to buy at Tonopalo right now. If you have any friends or family that have ever considered buying at Tonopalo or have even mentioned how much they enjoy the property now is a great time to buy a share. There are some instances where prices have come down to original or near original pricing!! That combined with great interest rates make for great buying opportunities!! Tell your friends now! As always, you can visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for current Tonopalo listings and property information.

Lastly, are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff. Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

Easter Weekend at Tonopalo

2008-03-18T09:52:00.000-07:00

Well, after a snowy and cold weekend last weekend, it looks like we have some real spring conditions to look forward to for this coming weekend. There may be a light storm moving through this week with clearing by Friday and temperatures forecast to be in the upper 50s on Saturday and Sunday. Sounds like a great weekend to be up here.

As I mentioned last week the pool and hot tub at High Camp at Squaw Valley are now open for the spring and we finally might see some hot tubbing appropriate weather for that. Also at Squaw this weekend are the Demo Days. For only $35 you can demo all the gear you want all day long on the slopes at Squaw on both Friday and Saturday. This is a great way to try before you buy, and this is the best time of year to be buying ski gear. New gear prices are greatly reduced and you can buy used demo gear in great shape for even better bargains! Visit http://www.squaw.com/ for more info about the demo days and http://www.tahoedaves.com/ for great deals on used demo gear right now.

Other events this weekend include a free concert on the deck at Alpine Meadows Saturday featuring Sugarshack from 1-3PM, and Easter festivities all weekend at Northstar-at-Tahoe.

Tonopalo will be celebrating Easter with Easter Egg decorating in the clubhouse at Noon on Saturday and the always exciting Easter egg hunt on Sunday at 10am. This is all in addition to the cocktail reception on Saturday evening from 5-7pm.

Are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell everyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff. Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group now.

And as always, you can visit http://www.tonopalosales.com/ for current Tonopalo listings and property information.

More Snow at the Lake? 3/12/08

2008-03-12T09:44:00.000-07:00

Yes, it looks that way. Another series of storm systems is supposed to move through the area this weekend, although at this point nothing seems to be carrying the power or moisture that we have seen earlier this season. For the weekend forecast visit NOAA.

So what is happening in the snowy weather this weekend? Well, Saturday is the scheduled opening of the pool and spa at high camp. Also, check out Alpine Meadows on Saturday for a free concert on the deck from 1pm-3pm. I think someone told the resorts it was supposed to be Spring. For all the weekend events visit GoTahoeNorth's website.

Don't forget that Monday is St. Patricks Day. I am sure that there will be celebrations all around the lake. Celebrating at The Auld Dubliner in Squaw is my favorite as it is the most authenic Irish bar/restaurant on the North Shore. Other favorites are O.B.s in Truckee or River Ranch at the base of Alpine Meadows.

Are you on Facebook? Come join the group Tonopalo to view and post pictures, tell eveyone about your great stay, and keep up with other owners and staff. Visit the Tonopalo Facebook Group here.

And as always, you can visit www.tonopalosales.com for current listings and property information.