Markleeville, CA…Current Activity: Forced by gusty winds, critically dry fuels and low relative humidity the Tamarack Fire exhibited rapid rates of spread and an increase in fire behavior throughout the day. The fire is estimated to have grown to 21,000 acres today and is still 0% contained. The fire continues to burn in a northwesterly […]
Markleeville, CA…The Tamarack Fire burned actively through the night and has consumed 6,600 acres. The fire continues to burn in a northerly direction backing towards Highway 89 south of Markleeville towards the Carson River. The fire is 0% contained. Highway 89 is closed at the intersection of Highway 4 and 89. Highway 4 is currently open west of the Highway 89 […]
Markleeville, CA…Tamarack Fire update. 6600 acres. 3 structures lost. No injuries. We will do our best to update, but there is no power (so no internet) and I am posting from home via texts from the Undersheriff. Air attack is planned for the day and all evacuation orders stand. I do not have details on […]
Markleeville, CA…Chris Stevenson on his experience going to the Death Ride Headquarters & ultimate cancelation because of the Tamarack Fire.
Markleeville, CA…The Tamarack fire is estimated to be 500 acres burning near the town of Markleeville. Firefighters are on scene and actively engaged in suppression operations. Two helicopters, Very Large Air Tanker, Single Engine Air tankers and Air Attack are on scene. Fire is burning in timber and brush. Fire is active on flanks and […]
Markleeville, CA…From Death Ride Organizers…”Tamarack Fire Update: Currently the areas of Grovers Hot Springs, Shay Creek, and Marklee Village are under evacuation orders. The evacuation center is currently staged at Alpine County Health and Human Services, 75 Diamond Valley Road, Markleeville, Calif. At this time the Death Ride is being cancelled. More information will be […]
Bear Valley, CA…The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st! Order your tickets now & make plans for your summer musical adventures in the California Alps. About Bear Valley CLICK HERE FOR DRIVING DIRECTIONS Bear Valley is located on Scenic Highway 4 in the heart of the Stanislaus National Forest–an area […]
Alpine County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will temporarily close State Routes 4 and 89 to all traffic, except for emergency, law enforcement and support vehicles, for the 2021 Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride. State highways will be impacted as follows on Saturday, July 17, 2021: • Route 89/Monitor Pass from […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Bear Valley, CA…On July 10th from 5pm – 10pm the bear Valley Valley Ball Field was filled with families & community members for a great event! Last Saturday evening a total of 5 acts graced the stage. We couldn’t stay for the evening but were able to catch parts of the first group. Kicking the […]
San Andreas, CA…Drift smoke from the #RiverFire in the Mariposa area and the #HenryFire on the U.S. Forest Service-Stanislaus National Forest near Spicer Reservoir is impacting most of the CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit (TCU.) Some community members are also experiencing a heavy smell of smoke. While the smoke is concerning, the Emergency Command Center is […]
Highland Lakes, CA…On June 24, 2021, a lightning storm ignited a fire in the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness northeast of Spicer Reservoir and southwest of Highland Lakes at the 7500 ft. elevation. Fire managers are utilizing a confine/contain strategy using ridges, creeks, trails, and natural barriers to manage the fire. The terrain is steep with brush, patches […]
Bear Valley, CA…The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st! Order your tickets now & make plans for your summer musical adventures in the California Alps. About Bear Valley CLICK HERE FOR DRIVING DIRECTIONS Bear Valley is located on Scenic Highway 4 in the heart of the Stanislaus National Forest–an area […]
Bear Valley, CA…It was a great day to video our trip on the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway from Bear Valley to Markleeville. About this time of the year especially in a drought year there are lots of questions there are lots of questions to be answered. How are the water levels in the Carson River? […]
Bear Valley, CA…On June 24, 2021, a lightning storm ignited a fire in the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness northeast of Spicer Reservoir and southwest of Highland Lakes at the 7500 ft. elevation. Fire managers are utilizing a confine/contain strategy using ridges, creeks, trails, and natural barriers to manage the fire. The terrain is steep with brush, patches […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Bear Valley, CA…The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st! Order your tickets now & make plans for your summer musical adventures in the California Alps. About Bear Valley CLICK HERE FOR DRIVING DIRECTIONS Bear Valley is located on Scenic Highway 4 in the heart of the Stanislaus National Forest–an area […]
Dorrington, CA…7:00 PM 10:00 PM at the Lube Room Saloon
Antelope Valley, CA…The USGS has raised the initial quake to a 6.0 from 5.9 on the Richter Scale. In our office we have felt many of the now 182 aftershocks of over 2.5 on the scale in last 24 hrs. Thankfully no significant damage but there has been a whole lotta shakin goin on! 6.0 […]
Bear Valley, CA…An event that has never been seen before in BV!! 5 acts on stage. BV Ballfield 5-10 pm. Something for everyone! Cameo appearances by BV Luminati. This event has been a long time in the making! Please come and enjoy an eclectic mix of music on the Bear Valley Ball Field. This is […]
Arnold, CA…We have been digging through the USGS data on this cluster of quakes and is seems a new one hits the list every few minutes. As of this writing there have been 67 temblors 2.5 or greater in the last 24 hours. 4.0 6 km WSW of Coleville, California 2021-07-08 16:58:54 (UTC-07:00) 8.0 km […]
Arnold, CA……As the USGS maps settle down it looks like there was a total of six earthquakes this afternoon. They Ranged from 5.9 to 3.6 on the Richter Scale. 3.6 28km ENE of Dardanelle, CA 2021-07-08 16:11:03 (UTC-07:00) -1.5 km 2.9 30km ENE of Dardanelle, CA 2021-07-08 16:07:41 (UTC-07:00) 4.3 km 3.5 31km ENE of […]
Bear Valley, CA…The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st! Order your tickets now & make plans for your summer musical adventures in the California Alps. About Bear Valley CLICK HERE FOR DRIVING DIRECTIONS Bear Valley is located on Scenic Highway 4 in the heart of the Stanislaus National Forest–an area […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Markleeville, CA…From the Alpine County Sheriff’s Office…”Arriving to work at the Alpine County Sheriff’s Office today. #ItchyBear”
Arnold, CA….The latest, updated excessive heat watch from the National Weather Service in Sacramento. “Dangerously hot conditions may impact the Central Valley and surrounding foothills and mountains. Triple digit heat along with warm overnight lows are possible late this week and into early next week. The combination of the very hot afternoons and warm nights […]
Bear Valley, CA…An event that has never been seen before in BV!! 5 acts on stage. BV Ballfield 5-10 pm. Something for everyone! Cameo appearances by BV Luminati.
Arnold, CA…According to the National Weather Service’s Sacramento office our old “friend” triple digit temps are making a return later in the week. The Detailed forecast for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada is below and the Detailed forecast for the Mother Lode follows that. Today Sunny. Highs 74 to 89 higher elevations…83 to 95 […]
Ebbetts Pass, CA…This video is from YouTuber Jerome Lartigue from 2018. Definitely worth another look though. Thank you also to those who keep Old Glory flying every year. From Mr. Lartigue..”Drone video from Kinney Reservoir to the American Flag on top of Ebbetts Peak at 9180 ft elevation. Special thanks to my brother for adding […]
Markleeville, CA…Due to the #IndianCreekFire Airport Road and access to Indian Creek Reservoir are closed until further notice. ALSO – do not launch any rafts or watercraft in the East Fork of the Carson River from Markleeville. There is fire on both sides of the river. We know this is going to change some people’s […]
