Donnell Fire Forces Closure of Carson-Iceberg Wilderness and Spicer Lake

Donnell Fire Forces Closure of Carson-Iceberg Wilderness and Spicer Lake

Bear Valley, CA…Closure of Carson-Iceberg Wilderness and Spicer Lake has been ordered by the Forest Service ahead of the Donnell Fire. A Forest Closure Order for the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness on the Summit and Calaveras Ranger Districts went into effect yesterday. Spicer Reservoir is also within the closure area, campgrounds are open, but the lake is […]

The Big Ace 5,000 Store Sale at Arnold Ace Home Center

The Big Ace 5,000 Store Sale at Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…Arnold Ace Home Center is committed to being “the helpful place” by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products. We have a large selection of hardware, home goods, lumber, paint, and garden supplies.  Click on Images Below For Full Sized Savings Arnold Ace Home Center has been serving the community for […]

Donnell Fire 8am Update August 9, 21,097 Acres, 6% Contained, 136 Structures Lost

Donnell Fire 8am Update August 9, 21,097 Acres, 6% Contained, 136 Structures Lost

Pinecrest, CA…The fire pushed further up the Arnot and Disaster Creek drainages to the northeast. The fire crossed Douglas Creek on the north side of Highway 108. Overnight crews continued to make progress constructing dozer and hand lines off the Eagle Meadow (5N01) Road. Increased fire activity is expected today due to the lifting of […]

Hwy 4 High Country Update….Campgrounds Open at Spicer & Alpine, Gates Closed Into Highland Lakes

Hwy 4 High Country Update….Campgrounds Open at Spicer & Alpine, Gates Closed Into Highland Lakes

Bear Valley, CA…We just checked in the the Alpine County Sheriff’s Dept on the potential impacts of the Donnell Fire in our neck of the woods. Today the closed the gates back into Highland Lakes as a precautionary measure. Campgrounds are all open with the only changes is the Spicer has been closed to all […]

The Donnell Fire, 13,200 Acres, 2% Contained, 15 Structures Destroyed, Hwy 108 & Pacific Crest Trail Closed

The Donnell Fire, 13,200 Acres, 2% Contained, 15 Structures Destroyed, Hwy 108 & Pacific Crest Trail Closed

Pinecrest, CA…The Donnell Fire started on August 1 near the east side of Donnell Lake. The fire is burning primarily along the north bank of the Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River in steep and inaccessible terrain with heavy standing dead and down timber. Due to the other large fires in the region and state, […]

Donnell Fire Closes Portion of Pacific Crest Trail

Donnell Fire Closes Portion of Pacific Crest Trail

Pinecrest, CA…The Pacific Crest Trail has been closed from Highway 108 to Highway 4 as of August 6th due to the proximity of the Donnell Fire. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) is a treasured pathway through some of the most outstanding scenic terrain in the United States. Beginning in southern California at the […]

Donnell Fire Now 5,800 Acres, 0% Contained, Sonora Pass Closed, Evacuations Down to Kennedy Meadows

Donnell Fire Now 5,800 Acres, 0% Contained, Sonora Pass Closed, Evacuations Down to Kennedy Meadows

Pinecrest, CA…Well ladies & gents, an incident management team has been called in and the Donnell Fire has crossed the threshold of becoming a multi-day, campaign fire incident. The Donnell Fire started on August 1 near the east side of Donnell Lake. The fire is burning primarily along the north bank of the Middle Fork […]

Land Clearing, Underbrush Mulching, Tree Thinning, Tree Removal & More ~ Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction

Land Clearing, Underbrush Mulching, Tree Thinning, Tree Removal & More ~ Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction

Camp Connell, CA…Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction is going into its 4th year of mulching, masticating and mowing. local family owed business started over 27 years ago by Ron Glass. Now, his sons, daughters, and daughter in law have all helped run the business along with some fantastic local employees. The crew has completed small […]

The 600 Acre Donnell Fire Rolls on in the Hwy 108 High Country

The 600 Acre Donnell Fire Rolls on in the Hwy 108 High Country

Pinecrest, CA…The Donnell Fire continues to present active fire behavior and has burned 600 acres. During morning hours the fire is under an inversion and actively burning in timber and brush, with movement driven primarily by terrain. Once the inversion lifts around noon, the winds in the canyon increase to 25 mph, causing the fire […]

“The Greatest Show Yet” Gala – August 4, 5PM – Midnight at the Bear Valley Music Festival

“The Greatest Show Yet” Gala – August 4, 5PM – Midnight at the Bear Valley Music Festival

Bear Valey, CA…Our gala benefit gets better every year, and this will be the best one yet! Join us to celebrate our 50th with a scrumptious meal, fine wines, dancing, auction and a concert by the Bear Valley Orchestra. A mere 3.5-hour drive from San Francisco, Bear Valley is known primarily as a ski resort. […]

Concerto Night at Bear Valley Music Festival – August 3 at 7 PM

Concerto Night at Bear Valley Music Festival – August 3 at 7 PM

Bear Valley, CA…This concert highlights two long-time members of the Bear Valley Orchestra. Maestro Michael Morgan conducts the Divertimento Concertante for double bass and orchestra by Nino Rota with soloist David Murray, and Vivaldi’s Oboe Concerto in F RV455 with soloist Tom Nugent. The program also includes Pacific Rounds, an orchestral work by rising California […]

92 Firefighters Battling 500 Acre Donnell Fire

92 Firefighters Battling 500 Acre Donnell Fire

Pinecrest, CA…Current Fire Situation: The Donnell Fire ignited at 5:49 p.m. Aug. 1, 2018 near Donnell Lake on Highway 108 east of Pinecrest. The fire has burned about 500 acres with active fire behavior and smoke outputs in two-foot high brush, timber litter and understory. The fire is burning to the northeast. The fire’s objectives […]

Four Seasons & Wine – August 1 at 7 PM at Bear Valley Music Festival

Four Seasons & Wine – August 1 at 7 PM at Bear Valley Music Festival

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Music Festival is proud to bring back this musical wine-tasting event, which has become rather popular among our patrons in recent years. Hear selections from Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons and other chamber music by the award-winning Thalea String Quartet while savoring the best local wines, guided by expert Shelby French of […]

The Great Romantics – July 28, 7 PM at the Bear Valley Music Festival

The Great Romantics – July 28, 7 PM at the Bear Valley Music Festival

Bear Valley, CA… The first 100 ticket-holders to arrive at the Festival Tent will receive a free glass of sparkling wine. Join us for not one, but two of the most iconic pieces of the romantic orchestral repertoire! Retired Music Director Carter Nice returns to the Bear Valley podium for a homecoming reunion concert with […]

Legendary Rock Band Pablo Cruise – Bear Valley Music Festival, July 21 at 7 PM

Legendary Rock Band Pablo Cruise – Bear Valley Music Festival, July 21 at 7 PM

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Music Festival is proud to present the real and authentic rock band Pablo Cruise. The group is among the most renowned rock bands formed in San Francisco back in the day, including Santana, Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead. The band is currently composed of David Jenkins (guitar and vocals), Cory […]

Petty Theft – SF Tribute to Tom Petty –Opens The Bear Valley Music Festival July 20 at 7 PM

Petty Theft – SF Tribute to Tom Petty –Opens The Bear Valley Music Festival July 20 at 7 PM

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Music Festival is proud to present Petty Theft – San Francisco Tribute to Tom Petty in music by one of America’s most beloved rock icons — Tom Petty. It’s not about costumes and get-ups; it’s all about the music. Petty Theft has earned a great reputation and has built a loyal […]

A Warm Summer Week Ahead with Heat Warnings to Start the Week

A Warm Summer Week Ahead with Heat Warnings to Start the Week

Arnold, CA…The forecast for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada is as follows. We also start the week with heat warnings. For those of you new to The Pine Tree we post our weather by elevation starting at Lake Alpine – Bear Valley levels and dropping down by community. These numbers also work well for […]

Independent Mercantile Hosting Artist Reception for Thea Schoettgen at ND&X

Independent Mercantile Hosting Artist Reception for Thea Schoettgen at ND&X

Murphys, CA…Independent Mercantile will be hosting our 2nd of 5 artist receptions of the summer at our Main St. store, the ND&X, July 14th. This reception will feature the work of another local favorite Thea Schoettgen. Thea finds beauty and inspiration in the panoramic views that surround her home in Bear Valley, CA and in […]

Land Clearing, Underbrush Mulching, Tree Thinning, Tree Removal & More ~ Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction

Land Clearing, Underbrush Mulching, Tree Thinning, Tree Removal & More ~ Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction

Camp Connell, CA…Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction is going into its 4th year of mulching, masticating and mowing. local family owed business started over 27 years ago by Ron Glass. Now, his sons, daughters, and daughter in law have all helped run the business along with some fantastic local employees. The crew has completed small […]

The 2018 Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride® is July 14th. 129 Miles & 15,000 Feet of Climb

The 2018 Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride® is July 14th. 129 Miles & 15,000 Feet of Climb

Markleeville, CA…(Ebbetts Pass Closed 5am to 3pm) Celebrating 38 years in California’s Alps (1980-2018) Recognized as one of the premier cycling events in the West. The Alpine County Chamber of Commerce invites riders to participate in the Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride®, while enjoying the magnificent scenery and warm hospitality of Alpine […]

Be Ready for all Your July Outdoor Adventures & Thank You for Shopping & Renting Locally at SNAC!

Be Ready for all Your July Outdoor Adventures & Thank You for Shopping & Renting Locally at SNAC!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself […]

Independent Mercantile Hosting Artist Reception for Thea Schoettgen at ND&X

Independent Mercantile Hosting Artist Reception for Thea Schoettgen at ND&X

Murphys, CA…Independent Mercantile will be hosting our 2nd of 5 artist receptions of the summer at our Main St. store, the ND&X, July 14th. This reception will feature the work of another local favorite Thea Schoettgen. Thea finds beauty and inspiration in the panoramic views that surround her home in Bear Valley, CA and in […]

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