Eastern Plumas/Sierra Counties August Newsletter

NEWS YOU CAN USE AUGUST 2021 MARKET NEWSLETTER EASTERN PLUMAS & SIERRA COUNTIES Beckwourth, Chilcoot, Clio, Graeagle-Blairsden, Loyalton, Portola & Golf Course Communities of Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch & Nakoma

Contents Portola Office & Condolences

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Sales Statistic Reports

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California Assoc. of REALTORS® July Report

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Tips to Improve Your Credit Score

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9 ways to Cut Home Insurance Costs

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6 Chores for August Fun August Calendar Area Events and Details

Webber Lake in July Courtesy of Vivian Walton

“Climb to the mountains and get their good tidings.

Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into the trees.”

John Muir, The Mountains of California

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The Dickson Realty Portola Team is always available to provide excellent and dedicated client service whether you are considering buying or selling a home. Our team of seasoned professionals, all REALTORS®, possess the most current and comprehensive market information and, combined with their knowledge and experience, they are uniquely qualified to be expert guides in your real estate venture. Call, e-mail, visit our office, or access us on the web. We are here for you 24/7.

Our offices and agents diligently adhere to all current COVID 19 guidelines.

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Everyone at Dickson Realty wants to express sincere and heartfelt condolences to those affected by the Beckwourth Complex wildfires. We are truly saddened by the devastation.

We wish to extend words of encouragement, although we know the aftermath will be difficult. Please know that our caring thoughts are with you.

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This month’s reports are year-to-date comparisons of sales statistics for YTD June 2020 compared to YTD June 2021; showing median and average sales pricing, lowest/highest sales, average days on market and total number of sales in the 12-month comparison period.

(Time share and/or shared ownership are not included in the statistics presented.)

The data source is the Plumas Multiple Listing Service with data pulled on July 20, 2021

GRAEAGLE-BLAIRSDEN

Year To Date

Year To Date

JUNE

JUNE

2020

2021

Column1

% Change

Median Sales Price

$

300,000

$

405,000

Average Sold Price

$

317,403

$

428,961

35%

Lowest Sold Price

$

66,000

$

160,000

142%

Highest Sold Price

$

675,000

$

950,000

Average Days on Market

35%

41%

173

129

-25%

29

42

45%

Homes Sold

Graeagle-Blairsden

$428,961

$405,000 $317,403

$300,000

2020

2021

JUNE

JUNE

YEAR TO DATE

YEAR TO DATE

Median Sales Price

GOLF COMMUNITIES

Average Sold Price

Year To Date

Year To Date

Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch, Nakoma

JUNE

JUNE

Column1

2020

2021

% Change

Median Sales Price

$

475,000

$

725,000

53%

Average Sold Price

$

467,938

$

766,326

64%

Lowest Sold Price

$

339,000

$

327,500

-3%

Highest Sold Price

$

600,000

$

1,384,900

131%

Average Days on Market Homes Sold

260

182

-30%

8

25

213%

Golf Course Communities Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch, Nakoma

$766,326

$725,000 $475,000

$467,938

2020

2021

JUNE

JUNE

YEAR TO DATE

Median Sales Price

YEAR TO DATE

Average Sold Price

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PORTOLA

Year To Date

Year To Date

Note: Grizzly Ranch is in Golf Communities

JUNE

JUNE

Column1

2020

2021

% Change

Median Sales Price

$

165,000

$

202,450

23%

Average Sold Price

$

172,890

$

232,868

35%

Lowest Sold Price

$

28,000

$

50,000

79%

Highest Sold Price

$

368,000

$

650,000

77%

Average Days on Market

133

130

-2%

31

40

29%

Homes Sold Portola

(Grizzly Ranch reported in Golf Communities)

$165,000

$232,868

$202,450

$172,890

2020

2021

JUNE

JUNE

YEAR TO DATE

YEAR TO DATE

Median Sales Price

LOYALTON

Average Sold Price

Year To Date

Year To Date

JUNE

JUNE

2020

2021

Column1

% Change

Median Sales Price

$

352,500

$

282,500

-20%

Average Sold Price

$

363,500

$

288,000

-21%

Lowest Sold Price

$

204,000

$

168,000

-18%

Highest Sold Price

$

545,000

$

442,000

-19%

Average Days on Market Homes Sold

307

109

-64%

4

10

150%

Loyalton $363,500

$352,500

$288,000

$282,500

2020

2021

JUNE

JUNE

YEAR TO DATE

Median Sales Price

YEAR TO DATE

Average Sold Price

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BECKWOURTH Column1

Year To Date

Year To Date

JUNE

JUNE

2020

2021

Beckwourth

% Change

$1,630,500

Median Sales Price

$

479,000

$

587,000

23%

Average Sold Price

$

451,333

$

1,630,500

261%

Lowest Sold Price

$

325,000

$

270,000

-17%

Highest Sold Price

$

550,000

$

6,900,000

1155%

Average Days on Market

227

208

-8%

3

6

100%

Homes Sold

CHILCOOT

Year To Date

Year To Date

JUNE

JUNE

2020

Column1

2021 $

-

-100%

Average Sold Price

$

204,500

$

-

-100%

Lowest Sold Price

$

180,000

$

-

-100%

229,000

-

YEAR TO DATE

YEAR TO DATE

Median Sales Price

0

-100%

2

0

-100%

Year To Date

Year To Date

Note: Whitehawk is in Golf Communities

JUNE

JUNE

Column1

2020

$204,500

Average Sold Price

$204,500

$-

$-

2020

-100%

130

Homes Sold

CLIO

$

2021 JUNE

% Change

204,500

$

2020 JUNE

Chilcoot

$

Average Days on Market

$587,000

$451,333

(No sales 2nd qtr. 2021)

Median Sales Price

Highest Sold Price

$479,000

2021

JUNE

JUNE

YEAR TO DATE

YEAR TO DATE

Median Sales Price

Average Sold Price

Clio (Whitehawk reported in Golf Communities) No sales 2nd qtr. 2020

2021

% Change

Median Sales Price

$

-

$

419,000

n/a

Average Sold Price

$

-

$

429,667

n/a

Lowest Sold Price

$

-

$

380,000

n/a

Highest Sold Price

$

-

$

490,000

n/a

$429,667

$419,000

$-

$2020

2021

JUNE

JUNE

Average Days on Market

0

97

n/a

YEAR TO DATE

Homes Sold

0

3

n/a

Median Sales Price

YEAR TO DATE

Average Sold Price

Dickson Realty is dedicated to helping you keep a pulse on the local market and real estate related information by providing the latest news, trends, and issues affecting the area’s real estate market.

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NEWS YOU CAN USE AUGUST 2021 MARKET NEWSLETTER EASTERN PLUMAS & SIERRA COUNTIES Beckwourth, Chilcoot, Clio, Graeagle-Blairsden, Loyalton, Portola & Golf Course Communities of Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch & Nakoma LOS ANGELES (July 16) – Despite an impressive performance in the first six months of the year, the market momentum appears to be moderating with existing home sales dipping for the second month in a row, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) said today.

Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 436,020 in June, according to information collected by C.A.R. from more than 90 local REALTOR® associations and MLSs statewide. The statewide annualized sales figure represents what would be the total number of homes sold during 2021 if sales maintained the June pace throughout the year. It is adjusted to account for seasonal factors that typically influence home sales.

June home sales dipped 2.2 percent on a monthly basis from 445,660 in May but were up 28.3% percent from a year ago, when 339,910 homes were sold on an annualized basis. With strong sales growth in June, the state housing market ended the first half of the year with a year-to-date increase of 33.6 percent. Higher-priced markets continued to do well while sales of lower-priced properties remained below last year’s levels.

“We’re starting to see what a difference just a slight uptick in inventory and listings can do to help lessen the buying frenzy and create a sense of normalcy,” said C.A.R. President Dave Walsh. “The market is still extremely competitive, with 70 percent of homes selling above list price; however, the number of new listings increased in June, and both the share of listings with a reduced price and median reduction amount increased, giving buyers more opportunities to purchase.”

California’s median home price set a new record high for the fourth straight month in June as the median price slightly increased 0.2 percent on a month-to-month basis to $819,630 in June, up from May’s $818,260 and up 30.9% from the $626,170 recorded last June. The median price in California also remained above the $800,000 benchmark for the third consecutive month.

The pace of growth in home prices appeared to be decelerating, however, as the change between May and June remained below one percent, and the increase was the smallest in the past four months. On a month-to-month basis, the statewide median price increase in June 2021 was slightly below the average May-to-June growth rate of 1.0 percent observed between 1979 and 2020.

“On a year-over-year basis, the statewide median price increased more than 30 percent for the third consecutive month. Tight supply, low rates and the change in the mix of sales continue to be the primary factors pushing up home prices to record levels,” said C.A.R. Vice President and Chief Economist Jordan Levine. "However, we are expecting price growth to slow from this point on as the top end of the market begins moderating. With pending sales down for the first time in 14 months, closed sales – which have been declined 5 out of the last 6 months – will likely remain lackluster as the market enters the second half of the year.”

Other key points from C.A.R.’s June 2021 resale housing report include: •

At the regional level, four of the five major regions in the state set new record high median prices in June, with each region increasing by more than 20 percent from a year ago. The San Francisco Bay Area continue to grow at the fastest pace with a year-over-year gain of 35.0 percent, followed by Southern California (30.3 percent), the Central Valley (23.8 percent), the Far North (22.0 percent) and the Central Coast (20.8 percent).

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All 51 counties tracked by C.A.R. experienced price growth on a year-over-year basis, with 47 of them reported a double-digit rate increase in median price from last year. Del Norte had the largest price gain of 48.1 percent in June, followed by Siskiyou (40.5 percent) and Santa Barbara (39.2 percent).Twenty-five counties set new record high median prices in June. Lake had the smallest price growth of all counties with a 3.9 percent increase from June 2020. Glenn (5.1 percent), San Francisco (8.0 percent), and Lassen (8.9 percent) were the other three counties with only a single-digit price gain from a year ago.

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The million-dollar market increased in demand by triple-digits year-over-year, with sales of homes priced $2m and above surging 141 percent from a year ago. Sales of homes priced below $300k, on the other hand, continued to fall precipitously, with the year-over-year growth rate declining 48 percent in June. Tight housing supply continues to be the primary constraining factor for sales in the lower price segment. The state has sold more homes in the milliondollar market than the sub $500k market in Q221, a condition that has not been observed in California in the past.

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All major regions continued to grow by double-digit from a year ago as the market began to climb out of its pandemic trough reached in May 2020. Of all regions, the San Francisco Bay Area had the biggest jump of 34.1 percent year-over-year, with seven of the nine counties increasing more than 29 percent from a year ago. Southern California had a sales surge of 33.9 percent from the same month in 2020, followed by the Central Coast (26.6 percent), the Far North (17.6 percent), and the Central Valley (10.5 percent).

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Nearly nine out of 10 counties – 44 of 51 - tracked by C.A.R. had a year-over-year increase in closed sales in June, with 39 counties surging by more than 10 percent in sales from last year. Mono had the strongest growth in sales from a year ago at 100 percent, followed by San Francisco (87.1 percent), and Del Norte (80 percent). Counties with an increase from last year had an averaged gain of 30.6 percent in June, compared to 89.2 percent in May. Six counties had a sales decline from last year, with Glenn dropping the most (-57.1 percent), followed by Solano (-7.8 percent), Sutter (-6.9 percent), and Tulare (-6.9 percent).

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The state housing supply condition continued to improve with active listings reaching the highest level since last October. The number of for sale properties increased 15.4 percent in June from the prior month as more homes were being listed on the market. New active listings, while still down 12.3 percent from two years ago, increased both month-over-month and year-over-year by around 8 percent in June 2021. Housing supply typically climbs during this time of the year and remains on an upward trend until late July/early August.

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Almost all counties reported by C.A.R. declined in active listings from last June, and 47 of them dropped by double-digit when compared to the same time last year. Marin had the biggest decline in active listings, plunging 59.0 percent year-over-year, while Ventura also dropped more than half with a 51.1 percent slide from a year ago. Sutter (17.8 percent), Lassen (8.9 percent), and Stanislaus (0.5 percent) were the only counties in the state with an increase in active listings from the prior year.

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The median number of days it took to sell a California single-family home decreased to 8 days in June, down from 19 days in June 2020.

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C.A.R.’s statewide sales-price-to-list-price ratio* posted a record high in June at 104.1 percent and was 99.5 percent in June 2020.

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The statewide average price per square foot** for an existing single-family home remained elevated.

At $391, June’s price per square foot was an all-time high. The price per square foot was $293 in June a year ago.

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The 30-year, fixed-mortgage interest rate averaged 2.98 percent in June, down from 3.16 percent in June 2020, according to Freddie Mac. The five-year, adjustable mortgage interest rate was an average of 2.56 percent, compared to 3.09 percent in June 2020.

Leading the way…® in California real estate for more than 110 years, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS ® (www.car.org) is one of the largest state trade organizations in the United States with more than 200,000 members dedicated to the advancement of professionalism in real estate. C.A.R. is headquartered in Los Angeles.

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TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR CREDIT SCORE

As summer approaches, many people are looking to make up for what they missed last year. The credit score of Americans has seen a general upward trend, but if your own score hasn't done the same yet, it can put a real damper on your summertime plans. Luckily, there are several easy ways to improve your credit score — and fast!

Pay bills in full and on time One of the most important factors in improving a credit score is how you handle your bills. Be sure to pay the entire amount owed by the due date. This may seem simple but it is extremely impactful on your credit score.

Payment history is usually a good indicator of how reliable someone is and how likely they are to be trusted with money, so it is one of the biggest factors on a credit score.

Maintaining a filing system for bills is an effective method of ensuring regular payments. Whether you get paper or digital bills, staying organized can make a huge difference. Many organizations offer an automatic payment option that is convenient for those who are busy or forgetful.

Diversify your credit Keep a close eye on the different kinds of credit that you are using to build your score. You may have heard this methodology being called credit mix.

While it is important to diversify your credit, it is only worth about 10% of your credit score. This may not sound like very much, but diversifying the types of borrowing you do can open up new opportunities in the future. There are three main types of credit, each with their own unique purpose: • • •

Installment credit — definite amount of money borrowed over a set period of time.

• Ex: car loans.

Revolving credit — no definite amount of payments.

• Ex: credit cards.

Open credit — pre-approved loan between a lender (bank) and a borrower.

• Ex: home equity loan.

Pay credit card bills weekly if possible Aside from your non-credit related bills, paying your credit card bills on time factors heavily into your credit score.

If you carry your credit card debt with you from month to month, paying a small sum more often can increase your score. The results of paying smaller amounts more frequently can vary from person to person, depending on their respective financial situations.

This method could also help decrease interest and late fees paid, because you will almost certainly be meeting your minimum required payment. Not only will you be boosting your credit score, but you will save money, too.

Keep in mind that there are five factors that impact your credit score, but some of them are only impactful over a longer period of time. The key information used to determine a credit score is: • • • • •

Payment history.

Outstanding balances.

Length of credit history.

Applications for new credit accounts.

Types of credit accounts.

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9 Ways to Cut the Cost of Homeowners Insurance

Taking advantage of lesser-known discounts and other creative approaches can help you save money right away.

Home insurance rarely takes the spotlight, but if you're a homeowner, it could be quietly costing you more money than it should. The good news is that insurers provide relatively easy-to-obtain incentives that can shave money off your homeowners insurance premium. Here are nine ways to save.

1. Raise your deductible A quick way to reduce your premium is to raise your insurance deductible, the amount you pay if you have to make a claim. If you had, say, a $500 deductible, you could save as much as 20% by increasing it to $1,000, says Mark Friedlander, spokesperson for the Insurance Information Institute.

Raising your deductible puts money in your pocket every month that otherwise would have gone to your insurer.

Just be sure you have enough saved to cover a bigger outof-pocket expense if you need to make a claim.

2. Make your home more secure Even the basics can save you money when it comes to home security.

Having a smoke detector, burglar alarm or deadbolt locks on your home can earn you a 5% discount, says Friedlander. Going a step further by adding a comprehensive sprinkler system along with an actively monitored fire and burglar alarm could save you as much as 15% to 20%, he says.

3. Skip small claims It may be tempting to file a claim with your insurer even when something relatively minor happens, but you may be better off in the long run if you pay out of pocket for these smaller expenses. That’s because some insurers offer discounts if you remain claim-free for a certain period of time, usually a few years.

4. Ask about lesser-known discounts Unless you check, you may never know what other savings you might be eligible for. Some insurers offer additional discounts if you: • Don’t have any smokers living in the house.

• Recently bought your home.

• Pay your premium via automatic bank payments.

• Choose paperless billing.

• Work in a specific career, such as teaching, engineering or firefighting.

5. Account for home improvements If you've improved your home, you may have made yourself eligible for homeowners insurance discounts without even realizing it. Adding features such as storm

shutters and impact-resistant roofing — which make your house tougher to damage — could result in insurance savings. You might also earn a discount by upgrading outdated plumbing and electrical systems.

“You can often request a new inspection of your home to evaluate these improvements to maximize your potential discounts,” says Jessica Hanna, spokesperson for the American Property Casualty Insurance Association.

Concerned about having someone over to your home during the pandemic? Not to worry — Hanna notes that many insurers have virtual and other socially distanced options for inspections.

6. Bundle your auto and home insurance Bundling auto and home insurance with the same company typically saves you 5% to 15% on your homeowners premium, according to data from the Insurance Information Institute. Although it could vary depending on your company, many insurers provide discounts if you buy more than one type of policy from them.

7. Build your credit score It may surprise you to learn that your credit score can have a substantial impact on your home insurance premium.

That’s because in many states, companies can use a creditbased insurance score to determine your rates. If your insurer thinks your credit score is too low — such as a FICO score under 630 — you may pay higher rates.

If you find that your credit score is low, read your credit report closely to identify any errors. You can elevate your score by taking steps like paying bills on time and reducing credit card balances.

8. Get rid of high-risk stuff Even though it may be fun, having something deemed an “attractive nuisance” by your insurer — think trampolines, swimming pools or playground equipment — can add to your homeowners insurance premium. Getting rid of those items could result in serious savings on your insurance.

9. Shop around Rates for identical homeowners insurance coverage can vary widely from one company to the next. Some homeowners could save $1,000 a year or more by finding the cheapest rate, NerdWallet research shows.

Most companies have tools on their websites that allow you to plug in some basic information and get quick home insurance quotes. Comparing different companies’ rates will let you see if you might be able to save by switching insurers.

Doug Sibor/NerdWallet, Jan 6, 2021

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6 Chores to Do in August to Make Your Life Easier

Plan these home cleaning chores ahead.

August is a time of transition. The school year is approaching, and the weather is slowly getting colder. But you still have a few good weeks left to tackle some chores and prepare your home for autumn.

A clean pantry means more space for preserved summer fruits and veggies.

Clean the Pantry August is the perfect time to deal with your kitchen cabinets and pantry. Spare a few hours and go through your food storage to get rid of anything that is expired or outdated. Don’t limit yourself to the pantry and check the situation in your fridge and freezer, too. You can always donate some food that hasn’t been expired to the local food bank, especially if you are not sure if you are going to eat it. Having a clean and organized kitchen cabinets helps you maintain your home cleaner in colder months and prepare meals faster and with ease.

Refresh and Clear the Closet The end of summer is also a great time to start organizing and separating your outfits. Donate any shoes and clothes that you are not wearing and also, the garments your kids have outgrown in the past few months. This way, you will make enough space for new seasonal clothes and school outfits. You can even take advantage of the end-of-season sales and get some items like shorts, swimming suits, flipflops and equipment ahead and at a discounted price.

Check the Energy Efficiency of Your Home Conduct a home energy assessment before the cold season. This way, you can find if there is a need to upgrade and renovate to increase energy efficiency and save money during the winter. You can either do the assessment on your own or resource this job to a professional. This chore helps locate air leaks by inspecting insulation, ventilation, heating and cooling systems, the work of your appliances and more.

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wear. And while you are on it, you can spare and extra hour or two and reorganize the garage. Make sure everything can be found quickly, and you have enough space. Clean everything that you can still use before putting it away for the next year.

Give Your Kitchen a Thorough Deep Cleaning Spare a few hours to deal with the most unpleasant kitchen cleaning chores. Aim to tackle the dirtiest tasks like unclogging the drains, sanitizing the garbage and recycling bins, deep-clean your oven as well as your fridge and freezer. Deep kitchen cleaning is a great chore for the middle of august because it will help you start autumn with a spotless and functional cooking area in fall and winter months. This will help you ease your everyday life, especially with the start of the school year.

Clean Summer Gear and Organize the Garage As the summer comes to an end, you will be using summer equipment less and less every day. Inspect all the inflatable toys, outdoor furnishings and sports gear for damage or

Deep-Clean the Carpets and Furnishings Now is the perfect time to tackle the deep cleaning of rugs and upholstered furniture. The weather allows everything to dry fast and most professional carpet cleaning companies offer considerable discounts, especially if you book more than one service. Clean carpets and furnishings contribute to better air quality indoors. This is quite important, particularly during the cold months, when you can’t open the windows and ventilate the room that much.

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AUGUST 2021 SUN

MON 01

Spider Man Day

TUES 02

Friendship Day

WED 03

Watermelon Day

THUR 04

Chocolate Chip Day

FRI 05

Underwear Day

09

10

11

12

Garage Sale Day

Book Lovers Day

S’Mores Day

Hip Hop Day

IBM PC Day

15

16

17

18

19

Frajita Day

Aviation Day

22

Be An Angel Day

29

Individual Rights Day

05

Roller coaster Day

I Love My Feet Day

23

Ride the Wind Day

30 Cabernet Sauvignon Day

06

24

Planet Pluto Demotion Day

31

25

Kiss and Make Up Day

06

Root Beer Float Day

08

Thrift Shop Day

SAT

2626

Dog Day

07

Waterballoon Day

13

Left Hander’s Day

14

Navajo Code Talkers Day

20

World Mosquito Day

21

Senior Citizen’s Day

27

Just Because Day

28

Bow Tie Day

01

02

03

04

08

09

10

11

Matchmaker Day

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No Holidays in August?

Fun, Wacky, Offbeat Theme Days and Holidays for August Here is a list of some of the fun, wacky, offbeat, unusual, strange holidays and theme days for the month of August, 2021. Celebrating these, recognizing these theme days is a very simple way to bring a little fun and humor into your life.

Dickson Portola Team 289 Commercial Street | Portola, CA 96122 | 530.832.1700

NEWS YOU CAN USE AUGUST 2021 MARKET NEWSLETTER EASTERN PLUMAS & SIERRA COUNTIES Beckwourth, Chilcoot, Clio, Graeagle-Blairsden, Loyalton, Portola & Golf Course Communities of Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch & Nakoma

Date and Event 8/6/2021 & 8/13/2021 PICNIC IN THE PARK CONCERT SERIES 8/19/2021 THRU 8/22/2021

Where

Time

Contact Info.

7:00 pm 9:00 pm

City of Portola (530) 832-4216

6th- Buddy Emmer Band 13th- Blue Haven

All Day Events

(530) 283-6252

CARNIVAL, EXHIBIT HALLS, ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD AND VENDORS. PARADE TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY AUGUST 21ST.

SIERRAVILLE ROPING GROUNDS 405 W. Willow Street Sierraville

Call Contact Number for further information

(530) 832-4357

Saturday – RODEO & ROPING

LOST MARBLES RANCH 2985 Marbles Hot Springs Road Beckwourth, CA

5:00 pm Social hour 6:00 pm Dinner

KAREN RICKMAN (530) 400-7737

PORTOLA CITY PARK PLUMAS COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS QUINCY, CA

PLUMAS-SIERRA COUNTY FAIR

8/28/2021 SIERRA VALLEY ROPING CLUB JR. RODEO 8/28/2021 WILD WEST MURDER MYSTERY

Details

BENEFIT DINNER/SHOW Proceeds benefit Sierra Valley Grange

EVERY 1st and Last TUESDAY of the month TACO NIGHT

Calpine Elks Lodge Hwy. 70, Portola

5:00 pm 7:00 pm

EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of the month SPAGHETTI TUESDAY

Calpine Elks Lodge Hwy. 70, Portola

5:00 pm 7:00 pm

EVERY 2nd and 4th SATURDAY of the month BINGO

Calpine Elks Lodge Hwy. 70, Portola

5:00 pm 7:00 pm

EVERY SUNDAY COFFEE &. CARS

Timber Café Loyalton

8:00 am 11:00 am

Meet and greet for local car enthusiasts.

Dickson Portola Team 289 Commercial Street | Portola, CA 96122 | 530.832.1700

NEWS YOU CAN USE AUGUST 2021 MARKET NEWSLETTER EASTERN PLUMAS & SIERRA COUNTIES Beckwourth, Chilcoot, Clio, Graeagle-Blairsden, Loyalton, Portola & Golf Course Communities of Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch & Nakoma

Golf Courses Now Open for the Season NAKOMA OPEN

18 HOLE, PAR 72 Nakoma Golf Resort is a scenic wonder that will help golfers realize what's so special about Reno and the High Sierras as a golf destination. Challenging play team with unbelievable scenery , giving players a day on the links they won't soon forget. Playing to more than 7,000 yards from the back tees, Nakoma will challeng e even scratch golfers with an imposing slope rating of 147. With five tee settings, however, Nakoma Golf Resort has proven to be a golf course that will delight all levels of golfers.

WHITEHAWK RANCH OPEN

18 HOLE, PAR 71 Set in the scenic Mohawk Valley, Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club was designed by Dick Bailey and has been ranked as one of the 20 best golf courses in California by Golf Digest. Just a short drive from the golf destinations of Reno and Tahoe, Whitehawk has gained a well-earned reputation as one of the must plays of the High Sierra region.

GRIZZLY RANCH GOLF CLUB OPEN

18 HOLE, PAR 72 Nestled between the Sierra Nevada and the Cascade ranges , Grizzly Ranch Golf Club is surrounded by over a million acres of national and state forest. The landscape consists of rolling hills, native wetlands, and wildflower fields with ponderosas and Jeffrey pines sprinkled throughout. Grizzly Ranch Golf Club's terrain is mountainous with dramatic elevation changes and numerous valleys lined with trees. Grizzly Ranch terrain is forgiving enough for beginning and intermediate players.

RESERVATIONS: (877) 462-5662, (530) 322-3333 348 Bear Run, Clio California, 96106

RESERVATIONS: (530) 836-0394 768 Whitehawk Drive, Clio, CA 96106

RESERVATIONS: (530) 832-4200 250 Clubhouse Drive Portola, CA 96122

Dickson Portola Team 289 Commercial Street | Portola, CA 96122 | 530.832.1700

NEWS YOU CAN USE AUGUST 2021 MARKET NEWSLETTER EASTERN PLUMAS & SIERRA COUNTIES Beckwourth, Chilcoot, Clio, Graeagle-Blairsden, Loyalton, Portola & Golf Course Communities of Whitehawk, Grizzly Ranch & Nakoma

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? VIRTUALLY FROZEN IN TIME, THIS FORMER STAGECOACH STOP AND FABLED FISHING LAKE IS BOTH A REMINDER OF THE SIERRA NEVADA’S PAST AND A HARBINGER OF ITS ENVIRONMENTAL FUTURE For decades the only things that escaped the gates of Webber Lake were stories and legends—whispers of rainbow trout as large as footballs, a stage stop hotel where Gold Rush miners once mingled with artists and a spectacular meadow that lit up like Fourth of July fireworks each summer.

In the checkerboard of alternating public and private land that dots the wild landscape north of Truckee, the lake was a private parcel close enough to Henness Pass Road to breed stories, but tantalizingly off-limits to the general public. Then, last year, the gates to Webber Lake swung open. After more than a century of private ownership, the mystery and majesty of a serene and historic Sierra Nevada landscape was unveiled to the public.

Webber Lake is both a recreation gem and a conservation prize. And it fits like an interlocking piece in a puzzle of conservation purchases the Truckee Donner Land Trust has been meticulously assembling for years. To the east, the sinuous wetlands of Perazzo Meadows have been protected and restored by the Land Trust and conservation partners. To the south, Mt. Lola rises above the Lahontan cutthroat–filled waters of Independence Lake, another Land Trust conservation purchase. A series of other important meadows and streams, including Coppins Meadow and Cold Stream Meadow, speckle the landscape between Truckee and the Sierra Valley—conserved forever as wild landscapes connected to Webber Lake. But Webber Lake stands out as a jewel even in this spectacular watershed. Norris calls it both “the grandest prize north of Truckee” and a critical piece of a “20,000-acre conservation effort spanning well over a decade” by the Land Trust and its partners.

Photos by John Peltier From Hwy 89, about 17 miles north of Truckee, take Jackson Meadows Road west about 8 miles to the sign for Webber Lake. Turn left and proceed down a dirt road for about a quarter mile. At a closed gate, the road forks to the right and in about another quarter of a mile is a dirt road to the left and a sign pointing to the TDLT Lacey Meadows parking area. Follow this road for about 0.6 mile to the parking area, interpretive kiosks, and maps of the area.

Dickson Portola Team 289 Commercial Street | Portola, CA 96122 | 530.832.1700