Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…SNAC is a locally-owned, independent outdoor gear shop. We sell quality outdoor gear, clothing & footwear, offer gear rentals, and have a staff ready to help you outfit yourself for any adventure! SNAC is open seven days a week and has three convenient locations! OUR MISSION At SNAC, our mission is […]
Long Barn, CA…On Monday, November 27th, 2023, just before 3:00 in the afternoon, deputies responded to North Fork Road near Merrill Springs Road in Long Barn for a report of a subject who had entered private property and was still on scene. When deputies arrived, they contacted 39-year-old Jonathan Johnson in a forested area of […]
Arnold, CA…Chain Controls on Hwys 88 & 4. Ebbetts, Sonora & Tioga Passes Closed. This highway information is the latest reported by Cal Trans as of Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 at 09:19 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] Is closed from 0.5 mi east of the Jct of SR 207 /Mt Reba Turnoff/ […]
San Andreas, CA…Recent rains and cooler temperatures across the region have lowered the threat of wildfires allowing CAL FIRE’s Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit (TCU) to transition out of peak fire season effective Monday, December 4, 2023 at 8:00 am in Calaveras, Tuolumne, Eastern Stanislaus, and Eastern San Joaquin Counties. TCU Unit Chief Nick Casci says “Although CAL […]
Arnold, CA…Chains Required on Hwys 4, 108 & 88. The Chain Control & Road report is below…This highway information is the latest reported as of Friday, December 1st, 2023 at 08:31 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] Is closed from 0.5 mi east of the Jct of SR 207 /Mt Reba Turnoff/ to […]
Arnold, CA…As this series of weather systems rolls through it will bring snow above 5,000 ft and rain below. The full forecasts from the National Weather Service for this weekend are below… Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada Tonight Colder. A chance of rain showers early in the evening. Snow showers until early […]
Arnold, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will temporarily close State Route 108 East (Sonora Pass) to traffic at Kennedy Meadows due to storm conditions, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. The California Department of Transportation will also temporarily close State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) and State Route 89 (Monitor Pass) to […]
Columbia, CA..California State Parks plans to burn hand piles in Columbia State Historic Park with work beginning as early as Friday, December 1, 2023. Active pile burning will occur over several months. Work will be in the Springfield, historic core, and Karen Bakerville Trail areas, referenced on the included map. Ignition is dependent on weather […]
Sonora, CA…On November 23, 2023, at approximately 9:55AM, a Jamestown resident was driving a 2022 Toyota Rav4 in a southbound direction on Mono Way at the intersection with SR-108 at 50-60 miles per hour. The driver entered the intersection without making any apparent attempt to slow or turn. The Toyota continued at this speed, left […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…We wish you & your Family a very Happy Thanksgiving! As a Thank You, this weekend only, take 20% off all SNAC T-shirts, Sweatshirts & Hats! Limited to stock on hand. All 3 stores have a different mix. Friday 11/25 – Sunday 11/27, 2023
Arnold, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) re-opened the temporary closure State Route 108 (Sonora Pass) at Kennedy Meadows to traffic, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) re-open the temporary closure State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) to traffic, beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…We wish you & your Family a very Happy Thanksgiving! As a Thank You, this weekend only, take 20% off all SNAC T-shirts, Sweatshirts & Hats! Limited to stock on hand. All 3 stores have a different mix. Friday 11/25 – Sunday 11/27, 2023
Arnold, CA…Check out these two options to purchase Used Adult Ski Packages. At these prices – why not own your gear? Beginner Package with older skis $245 (1st photo). Beginner Package with newer skis $325 (2nd photo). Package purchase includes Skis & Boots. Poles not included. Below is our Adult Season Ski Lease Package at […]
Arnold, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a temporary closure of State Route 108 East (Sonora Pass) at Kennedy Meadows due to storm conditions, beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. There is currently no estimated time of opening for this stretch of State Route 108. Caltrans has also received notice […]
Arnold, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) re-opened State Route 108 East (Sonora Pass) at Kennedy Meadows due to traffic beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Caltrans received notice from the National Park Service (NPS) will re-open State Route 120 East (Tioga Pass) at Crane Flat Road inside Yosemite National Park to […]
Arnold, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a temporary closure of State Route 108 East (Sonora Pass) at Kennedy Meadows due to storm conditions, beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 6, 2023. There is currently no estimated time of opening for this stretch of State Route 108. Caltrans has also received notice […]
Sonora, CA…On November 4, 2023, at approximately 4:30p.m. 48-year-old Justin Brasiel of Modesto was riding on a 2002 Harley Davidson motorcycle westbound in the #1 lane of State Route 108 east of S. Washington Street along with his passenger 45-year-old Nikole Brasiel of Modesto. At that same time, 46-year-old Brandy Busch of Jamestown was stopped […]
Bear Valley, CA…Caltrans has temporarily closed State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) to traffic from Lake Alpine to the HWY 89 junction due to storm conditions as of 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 6, 2023. There is no current ETO. For more information click on the link below: https://dot.ca.gov/…/district…/temporary-pass-closures #knowbeforeyougo with http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov Caltrans HQ Caltrans […]
Arnold, CA…Check out these two options to purchase Used Adult Ski Packages. At these prices – why not own your gear? Beginner Package with older skis $245 (1st photo). Beginner Package with newer skis $325 (2nd photo). Package purchase includes Skis & Boots. Poles not included. Below is our Adult Season Ski Lease Package at […]
Groveland, CA…With ignitions planned for today, crews on the Stanislaus National Forest’s Groveland Ranger District will begin prescribed fire operations on the China Ridge burn units. The Chine Ridge burn units are located adjacent to the Groveland Ranger District office and following China Ridge south to Greeley Hill Road approximately four miles north east of […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…All 3 SNAC Locations are geared up to keep you warm & dry this Fall! Layer up with Flannels & Fleece. Top it off with a Waterproof Breathable Jacket & you’re ready for any kind of weather! Check out SNAC Sonora next time you’re downtown! New for Fall 2023 at SNAC […]
Soulsbyville, CA…Ronald “Ron” Franklin Roland died peacefully in his home in Soulsbyville, CA, on October 21st, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born in Flintstone, MD, on February 28th, 1933, to Franklin Roland and Mary Catherine (McKenzie) Roland. He was christened at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Cumberland, MD, on March 18th, 1933. […]
Groveland, CA…The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CALFIRE) Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit will be conducting a prescribed burning operation on the Pine Mountain Lake (PML) Vegetation Management Program (VMP) site, beginning Monday October 30th, 2023. This project is located north of Ferretti Road between Tioga High School and Rocky Point Dr. Burning operations will be […]
Sonora, CA…Weather and conditions dependent, fire managers with the Stanislaus National Forest’s Groveland Ranger District will begin prescribed fire operations near the Yosemite National Park Merced Grove and following Old Yosemite Road to Pilot Peak Lookout to the west approximately 3 miles south of Hwy 120. Groveland Crews will attempt to burn 275 acres in […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…All 3 SNAC Locations are geared up to keep you warm & dry this Fall! Layer up with Flannels & Fleece. Top it off with a Waterproof Breathable Jacket & you’re ready for any kind of weather! Check out SNAC Sonora next time you’re downtown! New for Fall 2023 at SNAC […]
Tuolumne County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a closure of State Route 108 East (Sonora Pass) at Kennedy Meadows due to storm conditions, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. There is currently no estimated time of opening for this stretch of State Route 108. For the latest road condition […]
Yosemite National Park, CA..The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is issuing notice of the temporary closure of State Route 120 East (Tioga Pass) at Crane Flat Road inside Yosemite National Park due to snowy conditions, beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. Caltrans will have a temporary closure in place on SR-120 West […]
Arnold, CA…Beat the rush! Come get your Season Ski Rentals! SNAC Arnold is open 10-6 Daily! Our Season Ski Lease Program works great for growing kids and beginner adults! Come meet our Rental Crew! Leave with the gear & be ready before the season starts and return the gear in April of 2024. If you’re […]
Sonora, CA…Progress continues on the Stanislaus National Forest’s Mi-Wok/Summit Ranger District fall prescribed burning season as part of the Forest Services’ Wildfire Crisis Strategy and ten-year, 305,000 acre plan. Through mechanical thinning and the application of prescribed fire U.S. Forest Service personnel work to increase protection of life, property, and resources by minimizing the threat […]
Columbia, CA…Hill top Beauty with a fabulous view of fields and distant mountains. Welcoming entry to this large and lovingly cared for home with many uses. Dramatic panoramic views from living room, sitting room and Master Suite will let you relax and enjoy the beautiful pastures and foothills with big sky’s and seasonal changes. Cozy […]
