Hey Good People!!! Another 10″ Of New Snow Overnight!! ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!  Another 10″ Of New Snow Overnight!! ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! 10″ of new snow overnight and more is on the way!!!!!!!!! 12″ for the current cycle with 94″ of the ground and 206″ for the season total so far!!!! Today’s high will be around 33F with winds out of the SSW from 10-24mph. 3-7″ is expected to fall today and […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 22 to January 30

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 22 to January 30

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”       The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville January 22 – January […]

Dave Christian Art Featured At Milliaire Winery In February

Dave Christian Art Featured At Milliaire Winery In February

Murphys, CA…Dave Christian is a native of Calaveras county who grew up enjoying the beauty of the Sierra Foothills. He now lives in Arnold with his wife and two small children. They love spending time together exploring the outdoors and creating new things. Dave has had a passion for art since a very young age […]

Hey Good People!!! The Snow Keeps Piling Up!!! Head On Up For Pure Mountain Fun! ~ Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!  The Snow Keeps Piling Up!!!  Head On Up For Pure Mountain Fun! ~ Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! We picked up 5″ of new snow at our study plot in the last 24hrs. Interestingly the town side picked up a bit more……orographic lift is all I have to say. A bag of warmer temps and mixed precipitation descended upon Bear Valley as the recent storm snow was a […]

Get Those Chili Pots Ready For The Eighth Annual Chili Cook Off On February 27th

Get Those Chili Pots Ready For The Eighth Annual Chili Cook Off On February 27th

Copperopolis, CA…Hey all! We are still accepting applications for our 8th Annual Chili Cook off on Saturday, February 27th! If interested in becoming a cooker or vendor contact Kim at khamilton@castlecooke.com or 209.785.9700! Chili Cookoff Application! Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – […]

San Francisco 49ers Hire Chip Kelly as Head Coach

San Francisco 49ers Hire Chip Kelly as Head Coach

Santa Clara, CA…The San Francisco 49ers announced that Chip Kelly has been named the 20th head coach in franchise history. “We are thrilled to announce Chip Kelly as the new head coach of the San Francisco 49ers,” CEO Jed York said. “Chip has a proven track record at both the college and NFL levels that […]

Hey Good People!!!! 73 Inches Of White Stuff To Play On!! ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!!  73 Inches Of White Stuff To Play On!!  ~Bear Valley Weather & Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People!!!! A crisp clear morning is on order today with the current temp of 22F @ 5am and light winds out of the South from 8-11mph. We picked up 3″+ yesterday during the day before that system made it’s way East. Today we’ll see a chance of snow during the day […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 15 to January 23

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 15 to January 23

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”     The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville January 15 – January 23 […]

Join The Business Community For The January Chamber Mixer At Gold Country Auto Body & RV Repair

Join The Business Community For The January Chamber Mixer At Gold Country Auto Body & RV Repair

Valley Springs, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its January Mixer will be hosted by Gold Country Auto Body & RV Repair, Inc. This Mixer will be held on January 21, 2016 from 5:30PM till 7:00PM and will be located at 65 Main Street in Valley Springs. Wine and Raffle Tickets […]

CFLC’s Play Was A Big Part Of What A Wonderful Holiday Season It Was…

CFLC’s Play Was A Big Part Of What A Wonderful Holiday Season It Was…

Angels Camp, CA…As the Christmas Lights come down and get packed away for another year let’s look back a few weeks to one of the local traditions that makes our area sparkle every year. The Christian Family Learning Center puts on a wonderful program annually that captures thy joy of the season. CFLC’s program has […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through Jan. 14

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through Jan. 14

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

Unwind, Indulge…Or Both! Calaveras Winter Vacation Itineraries ~ CVB Feature

Unwind, Indulge…Or Both! Calaveras Winter Vacation Itineraries ~ CVB Feature

Angels Camp, CA…Here we offer 3 itineraries for winter in Calaveras County. Use these links to view each or scroll down:Unwind, indulge…or both | Easy exploring: Catch the highlights | Go for it! Active adventures Unwind, indulge…or both Warm your body up with a few downward dogs and some deep stretching at one of Murphys’ two yoga studios. Find […]

Get Ready For The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance’s President’s Wine Weekend! February 13-14, 2016

Get Ready For The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance’s President’s Wine Weekend!  February 13-14, 2016

Murphys, CA…February 13-14, 2016 – President’s Wine Weekend – The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance presents the 20th annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend at all 23 CWA wineries from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a great opportunity to sample the fine wines of Calaveras, celebrate with friends old and new, and take advantage of special discounts. […]

Eighth-Annual ‘Copper Chili Cook Off’ Coming to Copperopolis Town Square Organizers Seek Competitors for Event Benefitting Copperopolis Fire Fighters Association

Eighth-Annual ‘Copper Chili Cook Off’ Coming to Copperopolis Town Square   Organizers Seek Competitors for Event Benefitting Copperopolis Fire Fighters Association

Copperopolis, CA…Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host its eighth-annual “Copper Chili Cook Off” on Saturday, January 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Organizers are currently seeking cook off competitors for the always-entertaining event. Each team will receive two special […]

Alchemy’s Annual January Beer Dinners Return Tonight

Alchemy’s Annual January Beer Dinners Return Tonight

Murphys, CA…Tuesday, January 5, marks the return of Alchemy’s annual January Beer Dinners. Every Tuesday in January, Chef Jason designs optional 4-course beer paired dinners, featuring dishes not normally seen at Alchemy paired with amazing beers. The dinner is available from 4:30-7:30 on Tuesdays. If you are interested in the special dinner, please call us […]

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Review – Return of the Franchise ~By Brett Bunge

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Review – Return of the Franchise ~By Brett Bunge

Hollywood, CA…Does Star Wars really need a review? You’d be hard pressed to find a more multigenerational and beloved film franchise, and the new film—Episode VII to be precise—was guaranteed to be a massive hit no matter what, bound to succeed on its legacy alone. The Force Awakens is practically hardwired to tap into this […]

Fireworks In Bear Valley Start Off 2016 With A Bang! ~ Photos By Neil Hunt

Fireworks In Bear Valley Start Off 2016 With A Bang!  ~ Photos By Neil Hunt

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Village has been the center of local New Year’s celebrations for years. This year was no exception with Jeff Campbell, Megan Slankard & DJ Halftrack providing the music followed by the balloon drop at midnight. Then the revelers make their way outside to witness a great fireworks show. Neil Hunt, his […]

Hey Good People!!!! Happy Holidays & Perfect Skiing & Riding At Bear Valley Mountain!! ~By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!!  Happy Holidays & Perfect Skiing & Riding At Bear Valley Mountain!!  ~By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People!!!! Happy Holidays! Clear skies and crisp morning temps are in effect for the next 3-4 days. A beautiful Blue Bird day is ahead and temps will hover right around 32F with a WSW wind from 5-7mph. Grooming is excellent as is most off-piste skiing/riding currently. Nastar will be up and […]

2015 Calaveras Visitors Bureau Annual Dinner Recap ~ CVB Feature By Lisa Boulton

2015 Calaveras Visitors Bureau Annual Dinner Recap ~ CVB Feature By Lisa Boulton

Angels Camp, CA…For those who weren’t able to join us at the standing-room-only 2015 CVB Annual Dinner & 9th annual Innovations in Tourism Awards last month, here’s a recap on the events of the evening, with links to resources that were presented or handed out on the night.  Laurie Giannini, CVB board member, began by […]

Hey Good People!!! Head Up To Bear Valley For “Pure Mountain Fun” ~Bear Valley Update By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!  Head Up To Bear Valley For “Pure Mountain Fun” ~Bear Valley Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People!!!! Happy Holidays! Snowing lightly currently at 5am and winds are out of the SSE from 9-14mph. 1-2″ is expected today then by tonight the system should push it’s way East and clearing skies will be the thing after midnight. Cold air associated with this system will bring the night time […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – December 25 to January 2

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – December 25 to January 2

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”   Murphys to Markleeville December 25 – January 2   Ongoing   […]

58 Inches Of Snow At Bear Valley! Snow Totals Almost Equal To All Of Last Year!! Bear Valley Weather Update By Mattly Trent

58 Inches Of Snow At Bear Valley!  Snow Totals Almost Equal To All Of Last Year!!  Bear Valley Weather Update By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People!!!! 23″ of new in the last 72hrs at the base area and around 25″+ up on the summit and with wind redistribution on some spots over the hill we have seen up to 30″! Our base is now at 58″ and a season total of 118″!!!!!! Compare that to 121″ […]