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10 Incline Bike Park Project

Fun & Games 24 Puzzles 25 Horoscope

20 Machado’s Postpile 34 Sierra Stories

Out & About 06 Lake Tahoe Facts 08 Sightseeing 10 Events 15 Golf Column 15 Golf Courses 16 Family Fun 18 Wet ‘n’ Dirty 19 Marinas & Boat Ramps

26 Valhalla Tahoe 26 Entertainment Calendar & Live Music

Local Flavor 35 Tasty Tidbits 35 Swiss Lakewood 37 Wine Column 38 Chef’s Recipe

Arts & Culture 22 Brad Henry 23 The Arts

A GRATEFUL TAHOE INDEPENDENCE DAY As we celebrate our Independence Day amid barbecues and fireworks, along with Tahoe adventures in the mountains and on our Sierra lakes, it’s important to remember our blessings for being part of this great nation. I’m grateful for the many freedoms and privileges I enjoy as an American that are not enjoyed by many across our beautiful planet. I’m also grateful for having an amazing and spectacular place to call home; a home that I choose freely and without question to live in. I’m grateful for the ability to move freely around this nation, for access to clean water simply by turning on a faucet, for wonderful fresh food, and for the ability to make a living of my choosing, whatever that may be. I’m grateful for being able to build a career and a life in the publishing world, and for the freedom to say anything I want, whenever I want without fear of retribution, retaliation, imprisonment or death. I am thoroughly grateful for that freedom most of all. As I face my own personal and professional challenges as I move through this beautiful life, I always try to remember to give thanks to those that came before me and his or her contributions in every way, great and small, that enable me to live this great big, beautiful, free and independent life. I hope you, too, will give thanks. Enjoy your Independence Day in the Tahoe Sierra.

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About 3 to 5 million years ago, the valley that would become the Tahoe Basin sank between parallel fractures in the Earth’s crust as the mountains on either side continued to rise. A shallow lake began to form in the resulting valley. Roughly 2 to 3 million years ago, erupting volcanoes blocked the outlet, forcing the lake to rise hundreds of feet above its current elevation, and eventually eroded down to near its current outlet. Between 1 million and 20,000 years ago, large masses of glacial ice covered the west side of the Tahoe Basin. Current geologic theory suggests an earthen berm (moraine) left by a receding glacier near Olympic Valley acted as a dam, causing the lake level to rise and then draw down rapidly when the dam catastrophically failed. Between

7,000 and 15,000 years ago, a four-mile segment of the West Shore collapsed into the Lake causing a massive submerged debris avalanche, widening the Lake by three miles and creating McKinney Bay.1 The Tahoe Basin is mostly granite, with little topsoil, and therefore few nutrients have washed into the lake to promote the growth of algae and other organisms that make water murky. As well, 40 percent of the precipitation falling into the Tahoe Basin lands directly on the lake. The remaining precipitation drains through the decomposed granite soil found in marshes and meadows, creating a good filtering system for water. Urbanization of the Tahoe Basin has eliminated 75 percent of its marshes, 50 percent of its meadows and 35 percent of its steam zone habitats. About 85 percent of all wildlife in the Tahoe Basin use these habitats.

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Lake clarity The University of California, Davis, operates the Tahoe Environmental Resarch Center, which monitors, among other

things, the clarity of Lake Tahoe. Clarity has been measured since 1968 and was first recorded at 102.4’. The waters of Lake Tahoe were clear to an average depth of 59.7 in 2017. The lowest average depth on record was 64.1’ in 1997. Lake Tahoe is losing clarity because of algae growth fueled by nitrogen and phosphorus.

Lake Tahoe’s discovery The first recorded discovery of Lake Tahoe by white explorers was on Feb. 14, 1844, when John Charles Frémont and Charles Preuss spotted the lake from atop Red Lake Peak. The lake went through several names before it was officially named Tahoe in 1945. Tahoe is a mispronunciation of the first two syllables of the Washoe’s word for the lake – Da ow a ga, which means “edge of the lake.” 

Learn more: Visit the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village or tahoesciencecenter.org. Sources: Tahoe Environmental Research Center, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Forest Service, “Tahoe Place Names” and David Antonucci (denoted by 1).

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ATTRACTIONS Cave Rock

North Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden

East Shore

Drive through one of the area’s natural wonders at Cave Rock, the neck of an old volcano. The area is named for the small caves above Highway 50 that were cut by waves when Lake Tahoe was 200 feet higher during the ice ages.

Eagle Rock

Summer | Free (775) 586-1610, ext. 25 | demogarden.org Demonstrations of lake-friendly landscaping using native and adaptive plants, water conservation, soil stabilization techniques, defensible space from wildfires & BMPs. Self-guided tours & clinics. TART

West Shore

Eagle Rock, one of the lake’s famous natural sites, is a volcanic plug beside Highway 89 on the West Shore. Trail to top is on the south side. TART

Explore Tahoe

North Tahoe Arts Center

Tahoe Art League Gallery South Lake Tahoe

(530) 542-2908 | cityofslt.us Urban Trailhead at base of Heavenly Gondola with local exhibits and programs. BlueGo

(530) 544-2313 | talart.org Featuring local artists and workshops. Second location at Ski Run Center. BlueGo

Emerald Bay

Tahoe City

(530) 541-3030 | parks.ca.gov Lake Tahoe’s only island is located in Emerald Bay & is home to an old tea house. Boat access only. (Closed Feb. 1-June 15 for nesting birds.) TART/BlueGo

Heavenly

(775) 586-7000 | skiheavenly.com Enjoy a 2.4-mile ride on the gondola to the top with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley. Ticket required. BlueGo

Tahoe City Field Station

West Shore

Parking fee | parks.ca.gov (530) 525-7232 Park | (530) 583-9911 Tours Sugar Pine Point State Park is home to the historic Ehrman Mansion (summer tours), see boathouses with historic boats and General Phipps Cabin built in the late 1800s. TART

High Camp

Olympic Valley

(800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Aerial tram rides with views of Lake Tahoe, Olympic Heritage Museum, events and more. Ticket required. TART

Kings Beach

northtahoebusiness.org Kings Beach is a popular spot for dining and shopping with the North Shore’s largest sandy beach located in the heart of town. Free parking at North Tahoe Beach, Brook Street, Minnow and the Christmas Tree lot on Hwy. 28. TART

PROSSER 21,242

(530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org Watson Cabin, built by Robert Watson and his son in 1909, is the oldest building in Tahoe City and on the National Register of Historic Places. (summer tours). TART

MUSEUMS Donner Memorial Visitor Center

Soda Springs

(530) 583-1762 | northtahoemuseums.org Featuring historic photos, the Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and local historical memorabilia. TART

East Shore

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Tahoe Maritime Museum

Tahoe City

(530) 583-9283 | tahoemaritimemuseum.org Features guided tours, exhibits and hands-on activities for kids on Tahoe’s maritime history. TART

Tahoe Science Center

Incline Village

Tues.-Fri. & by appt. | Free (775) 881-7566 | tahoesciencecenter.org University of California, Davis, science education center at Sierra Nevada College. Exhibits include a virtual research boat, biology lab, 3D movies and docent-led tours. Ages 8+. TART

Truckee Railroad Museum

Truckee

Sat.-Sun. & holidays truckeedonnerrailroadsociety.com Located in a caboose next to the Truckee Depot. Exhibits include the train’s role in logging, fighting snow on the railway, the role of Chinese emigrants and a children’s area. TART

VISITORS’ CENTERS Kings Beach Kings Beach State Rec. Area (Thurs.-Mon., summer)

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Truckee

Tues.-Sun. | Locals’ first Tues. half price (530) 587-5437 | kidzonemuseum.org For kids up to age 7 with interactive exhibits, science & art classes, the BabyZone for newborns to 18 months & the Jungle Gym for toddlers and older. TART South Lake Tahoe

(530) 541-5458 | laketahoemuseum.org Features Washoe artifacts and exhibits on early industry, settlers and archival films of Tahoe. BlueGo

3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd. (530) 541-5255

Stateline 169 Hwy. 50 (775) 588-4591

Tahoe City 100 North Lake Blvd. (530) 581-6900

Truckee 10065 Donner Pass Rd. (Depot) (530) 587-8808

U.S. Forest Service | Incline Village 855 Alder Ave., (775) 831-0914 (Wed.-Fri.)

U.S. Forest Service | South Lake Tahoe 35 College Dr. (530) 543-2600

U.S. Forest Service | Tahoe City Truckee

(530) 582-0893 | truckeehistory.org One of a few surviving 19th Century jailhouses of its kind in the West used from 1875 until May 1964 (summer tours). TART

3080 N. Lake Blvd. (530) 583-3593 (Fridays)

U.S. Forest Service | Truckee 10811 Stockrest Springs Rd. (530) 587-3558

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Lake Tahoe Museum

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Parking fee (530) 541-3030 | (530) 525-9529 ADA parks.ca.gov or vikingsholm.com Tour the grounds of Vikingsholm Castle (summer tours), see Eagle Falls and Fannette Island (the Lake’s only island), home to an old Tea House. TART/BlueGo

donnersummithistoricalsociety.org Museum at the corner of Old Highway 40 & Soda Springs Road. Take the 20-mile interpretive driving tour along Old 40. Maps online or at museum. TART

CAPACITY: C 226,500

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Emerald Bay

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South Lake Tahoe

CAPACITY: 29,840

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INDEPENDENCE 17,425

(800) 403-0206 | squawalpine.com Squaw Valley, host of the VIII Winter Olympic Games in 1960, celebrates its Olympic History with the Tower of Nations with its Olympic Flame and the symbolic Tower of the Valley at the entrance to the valley. The Olympic Museum at High Camp features historic memorabilia and photographs. Tram ticket required. TART

(530) 541-5227 | tahoeheritage.org Once known as the “Grandest Resort in the World” as the summer retreat for three San Francisco elite families with the Baldwin Estate, Pope Estate & Valhalla. Grounds open yearround. BlueGo

May-October | thunderbirdtahoe.org Thunderbird Lodge is the former Whittell estate. This magnificent lakefront home features the Lighthouse Room, Old Lodge, 600’ underground tunnel (with a former lion cage) and Boat House, home to the “Thunderbird,” a 1939 wooden boat. Ages 6+ only. No on-site parking. Tours by reservation only.

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truckeehistory.org | truckee.com The historic town of Truckee was settled in 1863, and grew quickly as a stagecoach stop and route for the Central Pacific Railroad. During these early days, many of Truckee’s historical homes and buildings were built including The Truckee Hotel (1868) and the Capitol Building (1868). Stop by the Depot for a walking tour of historic downtown. Paid parking downtown with free lot on Donner Pass Road next to Beacon. TART

(530) 582-7892 | parks.ca.gov The Donner Memorial State Park features exhibits and artifacts on the Donner Party (184647) at the visitor center, and see the towering Pioneer Monument. TART

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Summer | (530) 583-3279 | terc.ucdavis.edu This 1920s-era building features a history of the field station, current UC Davis research projects, interactive exhibits and demonstration garden. Ages 8+. TART

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visittahoecity.com Tahoe City is popular for shopping and dining with historical sites. At the junction of highways 89 & 28, visitors may see the Tahoe City Dam, Lake Tahoe’s only outlet, and Fanny Bridge. Peer into Watson Cabin (1909) in the center of town for a glimpse at pioneer life. Free parking at Commons Beach, Grove Street, Jackpine Street and 64 acres at Highways 89 & 28. TART

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Hellman-Ehrman Mansion

Tahoe City

(530) 581-2787 | northtahoearts.com Featuring exhibits of work by local artists and works for sale by local artists. TART

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ell, most of the snow has melted away, the rain came and went, birds are chirping, flowers a ‘blooming — aw, yes, bike season has arrived in Tahoe again; time to tune up those wheels and hit the dirt. The good guys and gals with the Incline Bike Project have been hard at work for several years raising funds and brewing up a world-class bike park to add to the list of places to play this summer — and the years to come. What was once but a dream is now a reality for all to enjoy. The project started in 2014 when a group of Tahoe locals came together with the common ethos of building a place for cycling enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to ride. In the following years, knowing that their vision would require a great deal of time, effort and working capital to bring

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“Elko” LEFT: The Incline Bike Park is great for all ages. | Courtesy Incline Bike Project

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to fruition, the group, which became the Incline Bike Project, solidified partnerships within the community, raised funds and formulated a design to set their idea into motion. Incline Village General Improvement District (IVGID) approved the design and in 2016 allocated $50,000 for construction of the project. The park was completed in fall 2017 and opened for a brief time before winter set in. “Everyone was on board from the get go,” he said. “We’re so thankful to IVGID, the Incline Tahoe Foundation, Sierra Trail Works and Action Sports Construction who built the park for us, Robert and Robin Holman, whose large donation made it all possible. It’s felt like we’ve had the support of the entire community from the start.” Adjacent to the Incline Village Disc Golf Course, the Robert and Robin Holman Family Bike Park —named for major donors to the project — is open for business, ready to ride. The jump lines are pristine, the transitions are smooth and possibilities are endless.

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heavy enough to keep the experts entertained yet accommodating for youngsters and recreational riders. “We wanted to create a place that would be manageable for even the youngest of bikers, a place that caters to every kind of rider,” said Aaron “Elko” James, one of the parks founders. This place does just that. There’s harmony in watching someone 10 feet above the lip upside down with no hands on the bars just a few steps away from a gang of kids flying around a small pump track, having just as much (if not more) fun. The grounds are open from dusk ‘til dawn, as conditions permit. Be aware and respectful of signs indicating closures. It’s important to stay off of the features when the park is closed, for maintenance, the integrity of the dirt and safety. “Right now, the majority of our time and resources are going into the evolution of the park as it stands: water fountains, irrigation, probably a gazebo and barbecue area. In the near future, our plan is to start construction on what will eventually be the staple of the park: the large pump track,” James says.

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TheTahoeWeekly.com First impressions After a few laps around the park, it’s evident that careful planning and professional execution went into the design. From the aesthetic setting next to the creek, to the fluidity of the layout from top to bottom, the craftsmanship is commendable; even the largest features are forgiving in nature. It’s a unique design;

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Tahoe-Incline Rotary meets every Thursday. 7 a.m. Free | (775) 833-0136

Conversation Café Aspen Grove Community Center Incline Village

This is a drop-in conversation forum every week except holidays. Participate with people sharing diverse views and a passion for engaging with others over topics and news. 10:15-11:15 a.m. | (775) 832-1310

Incline Village/Crystal Bay Veterans Club The Chateau | Tahoe City

Join other local veterans, military service agency and community members to promote the welfare of all vets and their families, plan community events and celebrations. 12-3 p.m.

Truckee Rotary Truckee Community Recreation Center | Truckee Truckee Rotary meets on Thursdays at Noon Truckee Community Recreation. Center. | Rick (530) 386-5579 12 p.m. | (530) 386-5579, truckeerotary.org

Help with computers Kings Beach Library | Kings Beach

The park is free to ride for all. It operates mainly on donations and volunteer work. To make a donation or to volunteer, visit inclinetahoe.org. For park conditions, visit Incline Bike Project on Facebook. | inclinebikeproject.org 

Ongoing computer help. First Thursdays of the month are “Exploring the Interweb,” second Thursdays are “Computers Questions with Carl LeBlanc,” third Thursdays are “Everything iPhone” and fourth Thursdays are differing themes about technology. 3-4 p.m. | placer.ca.gov

June 28-July 4, 2018

Talk of the Town

Keep Memory Alive’s Summer Social

Truckee Philosophy | Truckee

Shakespeare Ranch | Glenbrook

Come get to know a Truckee Town council member, town manager and other key Town leaders. Two-way, informal listening sessions welcoming all Truckee residents and business leaders. No politicking. Bring ideas, passionate interest and tough questions to an open and transparent dialogue. 4-5:30 p.m. | townoftruckee.com

Truckee Thursdays Downtown Truckee | Truckee

Truckee Downtown Merchants Association presents Truckee Thursdays, part street fair and part block party, in historic downtown. Hobnob with locals, meet visitors and join in the fun — live music, activity booths, local vendors and food trucks. Free area shuttle each week. 5-8:30 p.m. | historictruckee.com

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Enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse and a performance by Sammy Hagar (The Red Rocker). 3:30 p.m. $75-$30 | (702) 263-9797, keepmemoryalive.org

Truckee Historic Walking Tour Truckee California Welcome Center Truckee

Historic Downtown Truckee comes alive during this free tour that includes stories of railroad barons, lumber mills, ice harvesting, and other characters. The tour includes architecture, history, stories, and facts. Lasts 1.5 hours, less than 1 mile, mostly flat. 4-5:30 p.m. Free | (530) 448-4143, mountaintowntours.wordpress.com

Cool Car Cruizen Fridays Civil Air Patrol Tahoe Truckee Composite Squadron Truckee-Tahoe Airport Administration Building | Truckee The Civil Air Patrol- Tahoe Truckee Composite Squadron meets second and fourth Thursday at 7 p.m. Cadets meet every Thursday at 6 p.m. | (530) 587-3642. 6 p.m. | (530) 5873642, cap-ttcs.org

Tahoe Star Tours Northstar’s Dark Skies Cosmoarium | Truckee

Northstar Dark Skies Cosmoarium offers star guide Tony Berendsen for an intimate look at the Sierra stars. View the cosmos through high-powered Celestron telescopes. 7-10 p.m. | eventbrite.com

Lake of the Sky BNI North Tahoe Arts | Tahoe City

Lake of the Sky BNI business and professional networking organization meets. 7:30 p.m. | (530) 277-9360, unknown

Heavenly Village | South Lake Tahoe

Join the fun every Friday until Oct. 12. All cool vehicles welcome. 5-8 p.m. Free | goodsamsaferide.com

Tahoe Star Tours Northstar’s Dark Skies Cosmoarium Truckee

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Northstar Dark Skies Cosmoarium offers star guide Tony Berendsen for an intimate look at the Sierra stars. View the cosmos through high-powered Celestron telescopes. 7-10 p.m. | eventbrite.com

JUNE 30 | SATURDAY Right here on the main floor at the Boatworks Mall SteveSchmiersJewelry.com • 530.583.5709

Red, White, Tahoe Blue events Incline Village

Flag Raising Ceremony at the fire station at 8 a.m. Free Firehouse Breakfast 8 to 10 a.m. Veterans’ Lunch at Aspen Grove at noon. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | redwhitetahoeblue.com

Tahoe Star Tours JUNE 29 | FRIDAY Blue Tahoe Toastmasters North Tahoe Arts | Tahoe City

The Blue Tahoe Toastmasters meets every Friday. For more information please call (530) 583-4300. 7:15-8:15 a.m. Free | (530) 5834300, bluetahoetoastmasters.com

Northstar’s Dark Skies Cosmoarium Truckee

Northstar Dark Skies Cosmoarium offers star guide Tony Berendsen for an intimate look at the Sierra stars. View the cosmos through high-powered Celestron telescopes. 7-10 p.m. | eventbrite.com

Keep Memory Alive’s Summer Social Wild Things Kings Beach Library | Kings Beach

Wild Things Inc. brings the amazing animal kingdom into young lives with this exciting and educational performance. Meet rescued exotic animals from around the world. 1-2 p.m. | eventbrite.com

Shakespeare Ranch | Glenbrook

Enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse and a performance by Sammy Hagar (The Red Rocker). 7 p.m. $75-$30 | (702) 263-9797, keepmemoryalive.org

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Red, White and Tahoe Blue celebrations features the Flag Raising Ceremony, pancake breakfast and Veterans’ lunch on June 30; a basketball tournament, Kids’ Chalk Drawing, ice cream eating contest and wine and cheese on July 1. Beer & Brats are on July 3. And, on July 4, enjoy the pancake breakfast, veterans’ tribute, Rubber Duck Races and fireworks (tentative) at 9:30 p.m. See Events Calendar for details. | redwhitetahoeblue.org

3RD OF JULY FIREWORKS & BEACH PARTY July 3 | Kings Beach State Recreation Area Celebrate the Independence Day holiday a day early. The Beach Party is from 4 to 10 p.m. outside the North Tahoe Event Center including preferred fireworks seating, watermelon eating and sandcastle building contests, music, Alibi Ale Works draught beer, along with food and souvenirs. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. | northtahoebusiness.org

4TH OF JULY PARADE July 4 | South Lake Tahoe The City of South Lake Tahoe’s 4th of July parade starts where Highways 89 and 50 intersect to Bijou Community Park off Al Tahoe Blvd at 10 a.m. | cityofslt.us

4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS & BEACH BASH July 4 | Area venues | Tahoe City Celebrate the country’s birthday at Tahoe City’s 74th annual 4th of July Fireworks Show. The festivities begin with a fun, family beach day filled with live music, games and a food and beer garden, leading up to the dazzling fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. | visittahoecity.org

LIGHTS ON THE LAKE July 4 | Area venues | South Lake Tahoe Lights on the Lake will light up the night with a spectacular sky rocket array of red, white and blue streams synchronized to top rock and pop hits and patriotic favorites at 9:45 p.m. Choice viewing spots are South Shore’s sandy beaches and aboard boats. | tahoesouth.com

FOURTH OF JULY IN TRUCKEE July 4 | Area venues | Truckee Lace up your running shoes for the Truckee Firecracker Mile, followed by the annual July 4th Parade down Donner Pass Road from the high school to historic downtown. Afterward head down to Donner Lake for an afternoon in the sun followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. under the stars. | truckee.com

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JULY 1 | SUNDAY Northern Sierra Partnership Celebration & Picnic Lacey Meadows | Truckee

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On behalf of the Truckee Donner Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy, The Trust for Public Land, Feather River Land Trust and Sierra Business Council, everyone is invited to the Northern Sierra Partnership’s 7th Annual Celebration and Picnic at Lacey Meadows. The day will begin with guided hikes, canoeing, and other activities, followed by a summer picnic. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $15-$40 | (650) 323-2050, northernsierrapartnership.org

Donner Summit Fundraiser BBQ Donner Summit Picnic Area | Soda Springs

Enjoy live music, tri tip and barbecue, bounce house and more. All welcome. Tickets at the door or in advance online. 11 a.m.3 p.m. $6-$18 | (530) 448-1837, donnersummitca.com

JULY 2 | MONDAY Red, White Tahoe Blue Events Incline Village

Kids favorite chalk drawing contest at 10 at Potlatch. Ice Cream Eating Contest at 2 p.m. at Susie Scoops. Wine & Cheese event at Aspen Grove from 4 to 7 p.m. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | redwhitetahoeblue.com

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Rotary Club of Incline

Red, White Tahoe Blue Events

Parasol Foundation Building Incline Village

Incline Village

Rotary Club of Incline meet every Monday. 12 p.m. | tahoeinclinerotary.org

JULY 3 | TUESDAY Mountain High BNI The Savvy Dog | Truckee

The Mountain High BN meets every Tuesday. 7 a.m. | (530) 563-6787

Truckee Sunrise Rotary Marty’s Cafe | Truckee

Truckee Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday. 7 a.m. | (530) 582-2650, x 3661, truckeesunriserotary.com

Granlibakken | Tahoe City

The NLTRA hosts this monthly event on the first Tuesday of every month. All community members invited to attend for the latest in community news and projects. 7-8:30 a.m. $15 | gotahoenorth.com

Red, White Tahoe Blue Events Aspen Grove | Incline Village

Enjoy great food, fabulous brews and rockin’ music with beer from 20+ breweries and music by Jacked Up. 4-7 p.m. | redwhitetahoeblue.com

West End Beach, Donner Lake | Truckee

Come to West End Beach on Donner Lake for Truckee’s annual July 4th celebration and fireworks. There will be games, live music, affordable food and a spectacular fireworks show! 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. $6 | chamber.truckee.com

Area Venue | Truckee

Lace up your running shoes for the Truckee Firecracker Mile, followed by the annual July 4th Parade down Donner Pass Road from the high school to historic downtown. Afterward head down to Donner Lake for an afternoon in the sun followed by fireworks under the stars at 9:30 p.m. 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. | truckee.com

Lights on the Lake Area Venues | South Lake Tahoe

Tahoe City Rotary meets every Tuesdays. 6 p.m. | (530) 581-1831

July 3rd Fireworks & Beach Party

Truckee 4th of July Parade

Kings Beach State Recreation Area

Truckee

Jake’s On The Lake | Tahoe City

Open to all ages with food vendors, a beer/wine garden and live music from San Diego Marines Double-Time Brass Band. Fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. 7-10 p.m. Free | (530) 546-9000, northtahoebusiness.org

JULY 4 | WEDNESDAY Jibboom Street Toastmasters Truckee Regional Airport Conference room Truckee

Share interests and goals in a positive, supportive environment. Toastmasters helps expand one’s knowledge and horizons. Guests welcome. 7:30-8:30 a.m. | chamber. truckee.com

Public

4th of July Celebration & Fireworks at Donner Lake

Lights on the Lake will light up the night with a spectacular sky rocket array of red, white and blue streams synchronized to top rock and pop hits and patriotic favorites at 9:45 p.m. Choice viewing spots are South Shore’s sandy beaches and aboard boats. 9:45 a.m. | tahoesouth.com

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Veteran’s Pancake Breakfast at Aspen Grove 8 a.m. to noon. Veterans Tribute at Incline Beach at 12:45 p.m. Rubber Duck Races at Village Green at 3:30 p.m. Fireworks 9:30. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | redwhitetahoeblue.com

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Join us for our annual Truckee 4th of July Parade in Historic Downtown Truckee held on the actual 4th of July! It’s a Truckee tradition and fun for the whole family and community. Free to spectators. 10 a.m.1 p.m. | chamber.truckee.com

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4th of July Parade South Lake Tahoe | South Lake Tahoe

The annual parade honors local veterans and the American Legion Post 795 who will serve as the parade marshals. There will be an after party at Bijou Community Park. 10 a.m. | (530) 542-6093

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Truckee Thursdays Downtown Truckee | Truckee

Tahoe City 4th of July Fireworks Show Commons Beach | Tahoe City

Tahoe City was named one of America’s Best 4th of July displays. Enjoy festivities throughout the day and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. | visittahoecity.org

JULY 5 | THURSDAY

Tahoe Star Tours

Beach cleanup Tahoe beaches | Tahoe City

After Tahoe’s celebrated July Fourth festivities, locals beaches are full of trash, which can hurt wildlife and lake clarity. Join volunteers for the largest cleanup of the year to remove litter from Tahoe beaches. Bring a reusable gloves. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Free | keeptahoeblue.org

Northstar’s Dark Skies Cosmoarium Truckee

Northstar Dark Skies Cosmoarium offers star guide Tony Berendsen for an intimate look at the Sierra stars. View the cosmos through high-powered Celestron telescopes. 7-10 p.m. | eventbrite.com

Lake of the Sky BNI North Tahoe Arts | Tahoe City

Conversation Café

Lake of the Sky BNI business and professional networking organization meets. 7:30 p.m. | (530) 277-9360, unknown

Aspen Grove Community Center Incline Village

Truckee Rotary Truckee Community Recreation Center Truckee

Truckee Rotary meets on Thursdays at Noon Truckee Community Recreation. Center. | Rick (530) 386-5579 12 p.m. | (530) 386-5579, truckeerotary.org

Family Movies At Squaw The Village at Squaw Valley Truckee

Families and friends can enjoy movies on the big screen in the Events Plaza each Thursday night until Aug. 30. Movies at 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Blankets and warm clothes are recommended. 8:3010:30 p.m. Free | (530) 584-6266, chamber.truckee.com

Help with computers Kings Beach Library | Kings Beach

Visit the Event Calendar at TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of events.

Play Tahoe’s Oldest Course in the heart of Tahoe City

Stars and Stripes 9 hole scramble tournament, July 4th call 530-583-1516 for details

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Family Recreation Center

Café Zenon serving traditional 4th of July fare all day

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Automatic Scoring “Bumper Bowling,” Video Arcade, Billiards, Video Poker, Cocktails, ATM, Full Swing Golf Simulator

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CoyoteMoonGolf.com

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The rising moon over majestic mountains and scurrying coyotes among soaring pines are only a couple of nature’s wonders greeting Coyote Moon golfers year after year. This course, known for its preserved natural beauty and challenging, yet fair, greens, is a wonderful place to escape into the High Sierra while playing the game you love.

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orthstar California, set on the outskirts of Truckee, is home to skiing, mountain biking and golf. Take a few swings at the driving range, calibrate your speed on the spacious putting green, stock the cart and tee off into the heart of Martis Valley. Designed by Robert Muir Graves and opened for play in 1975, the course is a fine example of two completely unique nine-hole golf experiences.

Whether you are just after a mellow round in the meadow or desire the challenge of mountain golf, Northstar Golf has got you covered. The front or the Meadow Nine lives up to its name and is a nice transition from the range. Fairly open, though littered with hazards, the first set of holes meanders its way through the lush Martis Valley meadow below the peaks of the ski resort in a links-like fashion. Wide fairways, a fairly flat topography and the absence of trees, make for a forgiving start to your round; take full advantage of this section of the course as the back nine will do everything in its power to blemish up your card. The back or Mountain Nine takes you from the freedom of the valley into the clutches of the mountain forest. Narrow fairways lined with the most stubborn

of trees make accuracy off the tee crucial to sparing you the necessity to save approaches with trick shots out of the woods. Elevation comes into play, toying with your club selection. Water is prevalent on almost every hole creating wide gaps in the fairway, introducing indecision between laying up or letting it ride. Noteworthy is the 162-yard, give-methat-ace-please par 3, seen just off State Route 267. Miss the bunker on the right of the wide, wonky, putting surface and good things are bound to happen. The 14th hole is dogleg rights whose smallish green can be had in two with a power fade drive uphill and a high downhill approach shot over a hazard. Hole 17 has two fairways to choose from and which one to go for is dependent on your distance off the tee and the current pin position. Finding either one requires missing a handful of stalky pines. The final hole is a hefty par 5 from a tee box set back amongst a grove of aspen trees, requiring a straight shot or slight fade to get yourself out of the corridor and onto the fairway. The view of Martis Valley from this hole is spectacular. Whether you are just after a mellow round in the meadow or desire the challenge of mountain golf, Northstar Golf has got you covered. After your round, decompress inside the clubhouse at Martis Valley Grille. | (530) 562-3290, northstarcalifornia.com 

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F A M I LY F U N Visit the Event Calendar at TheTahoeWeekly.com for a complete list of events. Family Fun Fridays

Lego Club

KidZone Museum | Truckee | June 29

Truckee Library | Truckee | June 30

Play-based class designed to inspire exploration and discovery through art. For ages 5 and younger. 11 a.m. | kidzonemuseum.org

Wild Things Kings Beach Library | Kings Beach | June 29

Wild Things Inc. brings the amazing animal kingdom into young lives with this exciting and educational performance. Meet rescued exotic animals from around the world. 1-2 p.m. | eventbrite.com

SUMMER OF ART Get your maker hat on at the Tahoe City Library. Crafts for elementary age kids are available on a drop-in basis throughout the summer. Each week a new project will be revealed, but all projects will be available through the end of summer. Crafts can be done in the library or take it to go. | (530) 583-3382

Pre-Schooler Story Time

Toddler Story Time

Tahoe City Library Tahoe City | June 28, July 5

Incline Village Library Incline Village | June 28, July 5

For ages 5 and younger. 10:30-11 a.m. | (530) 583-3382, placer.ca.gov

With stories, puppets, music and movement for ages 18 months to 3 years. 11:1511:45 a.m. | (775) 832-4130

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Truckee Library | Truckee | June 28, July 5

For ages 3 years and older. A half-hour stay-and-play after the reading. 11:30 a.m. | (530) 582-7846, mynevadacounty.com

Bike Park Lessons

Bike park classes that encourage all riders, 6 to 18, at every level, beginner, intermediate, or expert to build their skills, boost their confidence, and progress their riding in an inclusive, fun park environment. Helmets, elbow pads, knee pads, gloves are required. 5-7 p.m. | tdrpd.org

Teen Center Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe Kings Beach | June 28-29, July 2-5

Teen Center at Boys & Girls Club 7th graders and older in Kings Beach. Computers, TVs, videogames, books, pool table and board games. Open gym Wed.-Friday 6-7 p.m. | (530) 546-4324, bgcnlt.org

Youth Dance Ensemble Auditions Truckee Donner Community Recreation Center Truckee | June 29

Sierra Nevada Dance will be holding auditions for the Truckee Youth Dance Ensemble featuring “Snow White and the Seven Fairies and “Student Choreographers Showcase” at the Truckee Community Recreation Center. Kids ages 7 to 18 are to be ready in proper dance attire, and to learn combinations in both ballet and jazz. 4-6:30 p.m. | tdrpd.org

Ongoing for kids. 12-1 p.m. | (530) 5827846, mynevadacounty.com

Kids playtime Truckee Library | Truckee | July 2

Truckee Library hosts an unstructured playtime for children and parents. Toys are provided. 4:30-5:30 p.m. | (530) 582-7846, mynevadacounty.com

Preschool Story Time Kings Beach Library Kings Beach | July 3

Preschool Storytime is every Tuesday from 10:30-11am. Each week a different theme. Kids work on multi-sensory pre-literacy skills. Stop by for the fun and read books, sing songs, learn nursery rhymes, and do a fun and easy crafts. 10:30-11 a.m. Free | (530) 5462021, placer.ca.gov

Toddler Time Truckee Library | Truckee | July 3

For ages 18 months to 3 years. A half-hour stay and play after the reading. 10:30 a.m. | (530) 582-7846

Sky Tavern Grass Roots Bike Series Sky Tavern | Reno | June 29

Sky Tavern will be hosting a Grassroots Bike Series. It will be fun for the entire family. All age groups and levels welcome. Come on up for some good ol’ family fun. Project Discovery will be offering Zip-line rides. 4:30-9:30 p.m. | skytavern.com

Teen Scene Kahle Community Center Stateline | June 29

Kids in grades 6-12 can shoot hoops, play volleyball, climb the rock wall and play arcade or video games. 6:30-9 p.m. $5 | (775) 586-7271

Red, White, Tahoe Blue Incline Village Library Incline Village | June 30

Bring your bike, scooter, skateboard, or tricycle to the library so that you can decorate it for the Red, White, Tahoe Blue Kids Bike Parade. Decorating supplies will be supplied by Red White Tahoe Blue. 10-10:30 a.m. Free | (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us

Tech Tuesdays Incline Village Library | Incline Village | July 3

Offers kids a fun way to explore different ways to learn about technology. A new activity each week. 4-5 p.m. | (775) 832-4130

Story Time Truckee Library | Truckee | July 4

For ages 6 months to 2 years. A half-hour stay and play after the reading. 10:30 a.m. | (530) 582-7846, mynevadacounty.com

Story time Zephyr Cove Library | Zephyr Cove | July 4

Enjoy stories, songs, activities and coloring. 11:30 a.m. | (775) 588-6411, catalog. douglas.lib.nv.us

Children’s Hand Building Truckee Community Arts Center Truckee | July 5

Make it out of clay. Learn to use coils, slabs and sculpture techniques to create your own masterpieces and functional pieces. Projects will be glazed with safe, lead-free glazes. For ages 6 to 12. 3:45-5:15 p.m. | tdrpd.org

June 28-July 4, 2018

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Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association hosts the sixth annual Bike & Brew Festival in Meyers on June 30 and July 1 with a beer garden and barbecue, live music and the Meyers Triple Crown Ride. This family friendly event includes a KidsZone. The Triple Crown on June 30 is more than 30 miles with 5,000+ feet of elevation gain. On July 1 is the demo day where riders can test out bikes. All demos and shuttles meet at the bottom of Corral Trail. Spots are limited. RSVP online. | tahoemtbfestival.com

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Guided Wildflower Hikes

Barker Pass workday

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Olympic Valley | June 28-July 5

West Shore | Tahoe City | June 30

This summer enjoy daily guided hikes until Sept. 3 at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at High Camp. Dogs are welcome and there are no reservations necessary. 2:30 p.m. | (800) 4030206, squawalpine.com

Join a fun day out on the PCT/TRT above the west side of the Basin rehabilitating the trail between Barker Pass and Richardson Lake. A hike with tools up to 13 miles roundtrip will be required to reach the worksite. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | tahoerimtrail.org

Summer Moonlight Hikes

Black Wall workday

Incline Village Recreation Center Incline Village | June 28

Black Wall | Norden | June 30

These mile-long, paved road hikes to the Crystal Bay lookout site, sponsored in collaboration with the USFS, usually include a spectacular sunset and ensuing moonrise for seniors. Transportation included. Meet at Rec Center. 5 p.m. $15-$20 | (775) 832-1310, yourtahoeplace.com

BOAT RENTALS & FUEL DOCK

FJ Boat Race

WEATHER PERMITTING

Mott’s Canyon hike

Truckee Trails workday

Kingsbury Grade trailhead South Lake Tahoe | June 29

TBA | Truckee | June 30

Sky Tavern Grass Roots Bike Series Sky Tavern | Reno | June 29

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Lower Carpenter Valley | Truckee June 30-July 1

Sailors of all ages are invited for this new Friday night sailing program. Whether you want to demonstrate your skills, gain race experience or simply have fun, Friday night on the West Shore is where you want to be. Registration opens at 5 p.m. 5:45-7:45 p.m. | tcpud.org

To thank members TRTA is hosting a special members-only hike on the Mott Canyon Reroute for the short 2-mile loop starting on the old trail and finishing on the new single track. Lunch will be provided. Membership open to all. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | tahoerimtrail.org

TA H O E C I T Y, C A

Hike in Lower Carpenter Valley

Truckee Donner Land Trust hosts a guided hike in the Lower Carpenter Valley. Enjoy a docent-led, 5+mile hike on mostly flat terrain on somewhat rough ranch roads at about 6,200 feet in elevation. Participants should be able to hike about 2.5 hours at a moderate pace with some stops. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | chamber.truckee.com

West Shore | Tahoe City | June 29

Boat Rentals 8am-6pm Fuel Dock 7:30am-9pm.

Join the Access Fund and the Truckee Donner Land Trust to work on creating sustainable climbing access routes and staging areas. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | eventbrite.com

Backpacking 101 Tahoe Rim Trail | Stateline | June 30-July 1

This overnight backpacking 101 course is designed for back-country enthusiasts eager to learn how to upgrade his or her wilderness experience by learning how to backpack. | tahoerimtrail.org

Volunteers are needed to work on trail building and maintenance. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | truckeetrails.org

55+ Hiking Series Area Venues | Incline Village | July 3

Hikers age 55 and older can visit different Tahoe locales as part of IVGID Senior Programs. Meet in Incline Village Recreation Center lobby. Bring water, lunch and wear appropriate clothing and shoes. 8:30 a.m.3 p.m. | yourtahoeplace.com

Pacos Ladies Ride Pacos Bike Shop | Truckee | July 3

The Pacos Ladies Ride meets at the shop for a fun packed girl-powered mountain bike ride. There is nothing like joining a group of like-minded woman for an evening of exercise and crisp mountain air as the last few magical hours of daylight fade out. 5:30 p.m. | (530) 587-5561, pacosxc.com

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(530) 582-2361 | truckeeboatinspections.com Mandatory inspections are required for all vessels for Donner Lake at inspection stations above. $12-$160. Annual pass available. (530) 582-7724. Mandatory self inspections are in place at Prosser, Boca, Jackson Meadows & Stampede reservoirs.

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CALIFORNIA BOATER CARD AS OF JAN. 1, 2018, CALIFORNIA REQUIRES BOAT OPERATORS TO PASS A MANDATORY BOAT SAFETY EDUCATION COURSE. This law will be phased in over eight years, by age. | californiaboatercard.com

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5 a.m.-7 p.m. Until Sept. 30. $15-$20. Pass available. Restrooms. One-way exit only after closing. Sealed boats only.

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7 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. May 18-Labor Day. Picnic area, beach, restrooms.

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10 mph speed limit strictly enforced. No fees for parking or launching. Mandatory inspections. 45 mph speed limit. No launching fee. $10 parking. Subject to closure during low water levels. Mandatory inspections.

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FEATURE

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THE HUNT FOR

MACHADO’S POSTPILE STORY BY LISA MICHELLE

Out of breath at the top of the posts, I stop.

The surface is an alien world, the red of Mars and a blatant contradiction to the surrounding wilderness. Wind breathes through the forest canopy and bounces off granite canyon walls, echoing shhhhhh. At nearly 8,000 feet in elevation, the oxygen is cool and curative. E X C L U S I V E C O N T E N T AT

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M A S S S TA C K S O F P O S T S S T R E T C H O U T B E F O R E ME THE LENGTH OF TWO FOOTBALL FIELDS. F O R T Y- F O O T- H I G H C O L U M N S C U T C L E A N A N D V E LV E T Y — S U P E R I O R T O A N C I E N T R O M E . It took two days of hiking in circles and miles of backtracking to realize that the sweet old woman who directed me to the mysterious Machado’s Postpile misinterpreted her recollection of the actual location. I should have recognized that possibility the moment she told and retold the entire story of how her father built their Silver Lake cabin 80 years ago. Her grizzled husband backed up the existence of the ancient postpile and cured my doubt with a detailed story of its discovery by Jesse Machado in 1934. The man claimed that Machado, a lifelong employee at Camp Silver Lake, near Kirkwood Ski Resort, and avid explorer of the surrounding area, disliked people and kept the formation a secret for decades. According to the husband, “Like a lot of folks who share that bond with wilderness, Machado figured no good could come from sharin’ what he found. He finally reported it to the Forest Service. They searched, couldn’t find it and didn’t believe the old kook.” The old man’s detailed saga of Jesse Machado and his 60-year love affair with the Sierra was legendary. The story inspired my quest to find the postpile and know the mountains like Machado. After a third failed attempt at finding the mysterious postpile, 20

divine intervention sent a messenger in the form of a woman eating a late lunch at the Kirkwood Inn. “Machado’s Postpile,” the woman said, and her words spun me around, shot me across the 140-yearold cabin and straight to her table. I had asked every old-timer from Kirkwood to South Lake Tahoe and not one of them had ever heard of the place. With a polite smile, the woman listened as I rattled off my story, my desperation and the impossibility of this encounter being a coincidence. She had a vague idea of where the first trail marker hid and offered to help me find it. The route to Machado’s Postpile is a treasure hunt, a search for hidden cairns (stacked rocks), a slalom course of junipers, boulders, streams and downed trees. I scan for cairn after cairn along polished granite slopes. The hike concludes by scaling two sharp steeps. Within 2.5 hours, I’m standing below thousands of 13-million-year-old hexagon columns, formed before the Sierra peaks were born — considered ancient by the time Devil’s Postpile was formed more than 100,000 years ago. I’m astonished, in complete awe at what Jesse Machado saw in 1934. Historian Hiram Bingham himself could not have been more excited when he made public the existence of Machu Picchu.

I look up 200 feet. Mass stacks of posts stretch out before me the length of two football fields. Fortyfoot-high columns cut clean and velvety — superior to ancient Rome. Soft drops of florescent orange, yellow and green lichen splatter the dolerite pillars. Topping the postpile, I take in the vast expanse from all sides: Thunder Mountain and Thimble Peak in the distance. Skeletons of giant junipers stand guard at the north, south and west. Behind me are voices of a melting snowpack spilling from a higher source. I cross a debris-laden field of faded mauve slabs, rusted shards and grains of iodized rock. I climb a boulder glittering with specs of silver and look down. Breaking the surface below, a frozen lava bed of bubbles the size of cauldrons, petrified and silent. Warmth from atop the calloused boulder swaddles me as I stretch out. Clouds move on leaving a flawless sky. I’m alone captivated and absorbing the secret of Machado’s Postpile. The adventure begins at Silver Lake on State Route 88, which is 5 miles west of Kirkwood Ski Resort. Head toward Kit Carson Lodge and park just past the Granite Lake trailhead. On the trail to Granite Lake, you will come to a fork within a half mile. Look for the postpile carved into a tree

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FEATURE

The STEAMER BALL

A frozen lava bed of bubbles the size of cauldrons. | Lisa Michelle; Cairns mark the trail to Machado’s Postpile. | Lisa Henry; Machado’s Postpile. | Timothy Boomer, wildmacro.com; Machado’s Postpile. | Lisa Henry; Keep an eye out for the “PP” carved on the tree marking the fork for the trail to Machado’s Postpile. | Lisa Henry

trunk and go left. There are downed trees that you have to climb over or under so be prepared. The last portion of the trail is steep and rocky and can be considered difficult. Be aware that runoff creeks from snowmelt are still a possibility but can usually be crossed without much difficulty. I recommend lunch atop the postpile, but please pack out your trash. Don’t be the reason Machado kept this remarkable place a secret for so long. 

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Pulitzer Prize-winning poets

HANDCRAFTED, FUNCTIONAL ART S T O R Y B Y K AY L A A N D E R S O N

n a sunny Tahoe morning, I’m taking a sip of chai out of a perfectly sized, lightly glazed tea bowl with cool colors, swirls and patterns on it. A dimple in the side of the mug makes it easy to hold. Truckee resident Brad Henry has been creating pottery for more than 20 years and makes handcrafted, beautiful functional art. He started when he was in college, close to earning a four-year degree in computer science when he took a pottery class and found that he had a knack for it. After spending hours of writing

LEFT: Robert Hass | Brett Hall Jones RIGHT: Sharon Olds | Brett Hall Jones

Squaw Valley Community of Writers presents an evening of nationally-known poets on June 28 at 7:30 p.m. including Pulitzer Prize winners Robert Hass and Sharon Olds and 2018 Pulitzer Prize finalist Evie Shockley. The evening also features Kazim Ali, Mónica de la Torre and Dean Young. This event is open to the public and will take place in Bar One in the Olympic House or outside. Suggested donation is $20, $8 for students. | communityofwriters.org

“Pottery takes ABOVE: A kiln full of pottery to be fired. | Brad Henry;

egocentricity out of

LEFT: Henry with his notes, sketches and random

thoughts of what he will create next. | Kayla Anderson; FAR LEFT: Pieces from Henry’s collection. | Brad Henry

the art. I love when it all works in harmony and comes out really nice.” –Brad Henry code, nothing would happen, whereas with pottery he got something immediately tangible. His pottery instructor needed an assistant and Henry needed a job, so he worked with his instructor and got on the pottery wheel. “From the very first ball of clay I could shape and create something; it was weird,” he says. In fact, he picked it up so fast that he changed his major to art and never looked back. “It’s like drinking Folgers your whole life and then move to Coffeebar. It’s like, ‘Oh my god, what have I been missing?’ ” In the 1990s, Henry worked an apprenticeship in Wisconsin, did some commercial pottery work in Minnesota and then moved to Bend, Ore., to work with one of his friends at his studio. On a weekend trip to Tahoe in 2010, Henry met his soon-to-be-wife and was hooked. He kept a pottery studio over on West River Street for a year and a half before finding a house with enough land for an 800-square-foot studio in Glenshire. “I’ve had big spaces and really small 22

spaces and this is a good size for one person. I’m using all of it all the time,” Henry says. Every single inch of space is used for glazing, working or storing pieces in progress. In another room, a huge kiln takes up half the space, which can hold probably up to 100 pieces. He also has two electric kilns for the first firing to get the clay the right porousness before the pottery is glazed. In one of them, sits several red-clay plates that Henry is working on for the Truckee Brewing Company. He makes all kinds of goods from handcrafted pumpers, salt and pepper shakers, tea mugs, vases, bowls, olive oil holders — pretty much whatever people want. His favorite is to create functional pots for everyday use that reflect the habits and rituals of the area of where one lives — like my tea bowl.

“One person wanted a sponge holder to put next to their sink and I was thinking, ‘Who would ever want that?’ and then I made a bunch of them and people were buying them. Then I made one for myself and thought, ‘How did I never have this before? It looks nice and it’s functional,’ ” he says. One thing that makes Henry’s pottery stand out is intricate swirls and patterns imprinted into his work, which he started experimenting with when one of his friends requested a piece with an octopus on it. “So, I started trying it. I dipped it in glaze, did a pattern in liquid wax and it repelled the glaze,” Henry says of how he gets the pattern to stick. “I remember in the few times I tried pottery, the glazes always looked different going into the kiln than they did when they came out. I like that about pottery, that the glazes look completely different after firing. You have your clay and glaze’s input, you have your input and the firing has its input; the three elements together all determine how the pottery is going to come out. I can’t really say, ‘Look what I made.’ It’s more ‘Look what happened.’ Pottery takes egocentricity out of the art. I love when it all works in harmony and comes out really nice.” Henry sells his pottery at Trunk Show in Tahoe City, Bespoke in Truckee and at his studio at 10024 Suffolk Place in Glenshire. | bradhenrypottery.com 

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Art festivals,

events

Reno hosts art walk and festivals kicking off with the Reno Midtown Art Walk on June 28 pairing art with food and live performances. The Reno Arts Fest comes to City Plaza Park on June 30 and July 1 featuring artists presenting original work in all mediums along with a wine walk, and a wine and beer garden. The 24-Hour Mural Marathon is June 30 and July 1. Competitors will have 24 hours to paint an original mural that will be a permanent installation. Artists will compete for cash prizes. Virginia Street will be closed for the competition, so spectators can enjoy music and food. For details, visit TheTahoeWeekly.com and click on the Events Calendar.

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Keoki Flagg unveils a new perspective of Emerald Bay on June 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gallery Keoki in the Village at Squaw Valley. “Standing on a ladder 15 feet above the center of the teahouse on Fannette Island in the middle of Emerald Bay, I found myself clicking in circles trying to take it all in,” says Flagg. “The result is my 360-degree translation that I hope redefines this place in a wholly new way; how it feels to be in the middle of our keyhole cove surrounded by pure Lake Tahoe water amid stunning mountains. This is the very essence of my art, my search for original Mountain perspectives.” No RSVP is necessary for the event and kids are welcome. | gallerykeoki.com

“Elements” defining the region Truckee Community Rec. Center | June 28-30

The theme of the exhibit draws on the rivers, mountains, snows and winds and even the road signs and grocery store lines that define the Truckee-Tahoe region. | facebook.com

Forms of freedom Lake Tahoe Community College South Lake Tahoe | June 28

Features large-scale portraits by artist Shelley Zentner. She has created the seven major works in this show since the presidential election. | ltcc.edu

Pete Buchan art exhibit Riverside Studios | Truckee | June 28-June 30

Celebrate the art of Pete Buchan in “BuchanArt: Feel The Art.” | (530) 587-3789, riversideartstudios.com

The T-Files: the Search for Tessie Tahoe Maritime Museum | Tahoe City June 28-Jan. 6

This exhibits presents the stories of monsters that have a significant history, passed down from indigenous peoples, medieval travelers or reputable explorers. | tahoemaritimemuseum.org

Tahoe Pride Art Show Andy Skaff exhibit Wolfdale’s | Tahoe City | June 28-Dec. 31

Andy Skaff’s love of the West provides the inspiration for his light-filled, vibrant landscapes and cityscapes. His work ranges from classic, impressionist paintings to abstract distillations of familiar subjects. | askaff.com

Benko Art Gallery | South Lake Tahoe June 30-July 8

“Love is a National Treasure” shines light on the diversity of the community. Featuring work from Tahoe artists Scott Forrest, Red Stickman, Catherine Schoen and art students from South Tahoe High School will be on display. Reception June 30. | maketahoe.com

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North Tahoe Arts’ newest exhibit, “Cabins” provides a platform for exploring the simplicity of design by featuring innovative 2D and 3D inspiration for the inhabited, abandoned, reclaimed, sustainable and modern off-the-grid escape. | (530) 581-2787, northtahoearts.com

Dealers of Dreams Tahoe Maritime Museum | Tahoe City June 28-Jan. 6

So popular was the Lake among boaters that many local marinas partnered with some of the most prestigious builders in the country in order to satisfy the needs of the Tahoe boating community. This exhibition explores the special relationship between boats, buyers and Tahoe, and the people that brought them together. | tahoemaritimemuseum.org

Homewood Mountain Resort | June 30-July 2

Pacific Fine Arts Festival features paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, graphics, and jewelry and arts and crafts including handmade clothing, leather goods, wooden toys and more. 10 a.m.5 p.m. | pacificfinearts.com

Artist in Residence Kit Night Valhalla Tahoe | South Lake Tahoe | July 5-26

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Horoscopes

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Michael O’Connor is an astrologer, counselor and life coach | SunStarAstrology.com

Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22)

Circumstances are pushing harder to let go and move on from what once was. This may sound more serious than it is, but it is a central theme so will manifest somehow. It could be described as surrender to the flow. Yet, it could also manifest as challenging the status quo. This could be as basic as renovating. Whether this implies the house or old attitudes is for you to decide.

Capricorn (Dec 21-Jan 19)

A process of building upon new foundations is underway. In some respects, you may still be just in the planning stages. This could be described as trying to figure things out. These ‘things’ include coming to know yourself better, what you want and need. Change remains a keyword. It may not be your favorite but you are wise to invest into it.

Leo (Jul 22-Aug 23)

Aquarius (Jan 19-Feb 19)

Thinking outside of your usual box is extra likely and perhaps important now. This includes experimenting with new modes of creative selfexpression. Call it adapting to the changing times. The synchronicities of destiny work this way. It is not so much about what you did or didn’t do or achieve before as much as rising to the occasion now.

Reaching out to engage others more fully, especially in your communications, continues. A creative and strategic approach is implied. Strengthening existing foundations is featured. Yet, big moves are also indicated. These may be figurative even more than literal, if there are delays. So, these moves are coming and the time is right to at least take preliminary action.

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)

Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)

Over the past year or so you have been undergoing a disintegration of sorts. It may be described as a slow but sure dissolving. Your public and/or professional life is probably where the impact has been the strongest. But a rebuilding process has already begun. Like a handoff, the destiny flow is supporting, or is that pushing, you to run with the ball in new directions.

Things are moving in your public and professional life. The recent New moon activated this change. They are serving to push you to be more grounded, sober and realistic. Returns or lack thereof for previous efforts in your life are coming in. Either way, it remains important that you focus to make the most of what you have and, if necessary, turn things around.

Libra (Sep 22-Oct 22)

A revolutionary momentum continues. This could be manifesting as or at least understood as a creative impulse. It could be shaking the foundation of some of your most intimate relationships. A core feature of your destiny is to realize that the primary relationship is and always has been with yourself. The same is true for everyone but may come to you as something unexpected.

Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20)

The time has come to dream a new dream. This time, it is simpler than before. You would like to enjoy more quality time engaged in simpler pleasures as opposed to scaling high peaks of achievement. However, you may find yourself on such a peak and in a process of descending from it. Doing so may not be so easy but it is the other side of the deal.

Scorpio (Oct 22-Nov 21)

Who do you love or what and how? Such personal and private questions may not be popular with the most secretive sign, but there it is. The answer may not imply a person as much as an activity. Then again, there are indications that romantic notions may be slipping in amidst an otherwise ambitious assertion to gather tools and build a new foundation of power.

Taurus (Apr 20-May 21)

A revolutionary momentum is building within you. Somehow, something has got to change. Positively, you are gearing up to make some major moves. These are linked to creating more harmony on relationship fronts. The way to do so may be as simply as quality times shared. At deeper levels, making peace with the past could prove necessary to set yourself free.

Sagittarius (Nov 21-Dec 21)

Changes in your lifestyle have begun. In the short term, these may well feel quite pleasant. A sweet surrender to the flow is implied. Yet, you may still feel the rumblings of challenging turns in the not so recent past leaving you feeling a little nervous. So, as much as you want to relax into this new turn, you remain cautious. Allow for a prudent approach.

Gemini (May 21-Jun 21)

Some new initiatives are underway. These are linked to laying claim to hidden reserves and/or latent talents. These reserves may as much come in the form of faith in the disruptive flow, of late, as anything else. The ironic challenge now is to give up the fight which may represent its own battle. Turning your attention to creating beauty will prove extra inspiring.

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or those visiting the area, the Tahoe Sierra is often best known for its stunning Sierra Nevada scenery, its history of gambling and, of course, supremely sweet skiing. What many people may not realize is that for decades the Lake of the Sky has been cultivating a vibrant, worldclass entertainment and performance arts scene that is only getting better with each succeeding year. Perhaps no event better encapsulates the diversity of talent performing along the granite banks of Lake Tahoe than the Valhalla Tahoe Art, Music and Theatre Festival. Featuring more than 20 unique performances through August, the lineup spans the arts from Celtic, California country, jazz, funk and R&B to improv, comedy, theater, Broadway and Brazilian capoeira. Just ask festival director Evangeline Elston; it’s her job to put it all together. “It’s a curating job, really,” says the Nevada native who came back to the area

James Garner’s Tribute to Johnny Cash returns to Valhalla Tahoe this year. You won’t want to miss this popular show. | Courtesy Valhalla Tahoe

The Boathouse, the unique Valhalla Tahoe venue. | Courtesy Valhalla Tahoe

“ We’re always trying to create a festival that offers a broad mix. We believe this reflects the diversity of the artist community.”

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after working in the Austin, Texas, entertainment industry for years. “We’re always trying to create a festival that offers a broad mix. We believe this reflects the diversity of the artist community. We could do a one-genre-based festival, but I don’t think it could ever be as cool.” Each fall, Elston draws up a wish list of acts she’d love to book before working within the realm of actual logistics come the New Year.

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“I have very eclectic taste in music, from world to bluegrass/country and everything in between,” she says. “I just look at what I’m liking and the kind of stuff I’m listening to, who’s touring, who has new records out. From there, it becomes a puzzle-making process with a lot of moving parts, but it’s always exciting to see it come to fruition.” What has brought it all together for 38 years is an incredible venue listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Three adjacent family estates under the care of the U.S. Forest Service have been in restoration in partnership with Valhalla Tahoe since 1979. Located near the southwest corner of Big Blue a few miles outside of the city of South Lake Tahoe, on the road just beyond Camp Richardson lies Valhalla Tahoe, an oasis of history and tranquility. “Tahoe gets really busy in the summer and it can be overwhelming, but out here at the historic site, it’s really quiet and beautiful,” says Elston.

Visitors can take a stroll down picturesque, sandy Kiva Beach, greet the salmon at Taylor Creek and wander through the Pope, Baldwin and Heller Estates toward Eagle Point at the edge of Emerald Bay. On the way home, stop by Boathouse Theatre, Grand Hall or Great Lawn for superlative performances by artists from around the world. It’s no wonder it’s called Valhalla, from the Norse concept of heaven. “I’ve traveled my fair share,” says Elston. “The boathouse has got to be in the top five venues I’ve seen. The backdrop of the stage is literally Lake Tahoe.” It’s this extraordinary setting that has inspired her to curate a one-of-a-kind lineup since she took over as festival director five years ago. “I see the site as a pallet for the programming,” she says. “And every year, we make this beautiful painting, which is a season of the festival. I love the creative process of designing a festival that showcases independent artists. They don’t always get enough love so having a historical venue to support them is a very special opportunity.” Valhalla Tahoe and its historical estates are open to the public seven days a week in the summer. A complete schedule is available online. | valhallatahoe.com 

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JUNE 29 | FRIDAY Cirque Paris Eldorado Resort Casino, Reno, 12 a.m. Last Friday in Downtown Sparks Victorian Square, Sparks, 4 p.m. The Starliters Boomtown Casino, Verdi, 5 p.m. Comedy Happy Hour Lex Nightclub, Reno, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Guitarist Jack Di Carlo Gold Hill Hotel, Gold Hill, 5:30-8 p.m. Heavenly Village Concert Series Shops at Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, 5:30 p.m. The Sextones Music on the Beach Kings Beach State Recreation Area, Kings Beach, 6-8:30 p.m. Latin Dance Social Peppermill Casino, Reno, 7 p.m. Magic Fusion The Loft, South Lake Tahoe, 7-8:15 p.m. Controlled Burn’s Fire Fest Playa Park, Reno, 7-10 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 28

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JULY 1 | SUNDAY Cirque Paris Eldorado Resort Casino, Reno, 12 a.m. Sunday Music Brunch Nevada Museum of Art, Reno, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday Gospel Brunch The Loft, South Lake Tahoe, 12-3:30 p.m. Concert on the Lawn Featuring Cíana Valhalla Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe, 1-3 p.m. TOCCATA Summer Music Series St. Gall Church, Gardnerville, 4 p.m. Magic Fusion The Loft, South Lake Tahoe, 4:30-5:45 p.m. Opening Night: BANDALOOP City Plaza, Reno, 5-5:15 p.m. Chris Costa Polo Lounge, Reno, 7 p.m. Magic Fusion The Loft, South Lake Tahoe, 7-8:15 p.m. Opening Night: Los Lobos Wingfield Park, Reno, 7:30-9 p.m. Canyon White 3-peat Victory Tour Hangar Bar, Reno, 8 p.m. Open Mic Comedy The Library, Reno, 8 p.m.

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Song Group Tahoe Truckee School of Music, Truckee, 5:30-6:45 p.m. West Coast Swing Social Dance Brewery Arts Center, Carson City, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Family Series: Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards Wingfield Park, Reno, 6-8 p.m. Magic Fusion The Loft, South Lake Tahoe, 7-8:15 p.m. Monday Night Music Series: We Banjo 3 Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Reno, 7:30-9 p.m. Open Mic Whiskey Dicks, South Lake Tahoe, 9 p.m. Live Band Karaoke Eldorado Resort Casino, Reno, 10 p.m.

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BINGO Tuesdays with T-N-Keys MidTown Wine Bar, Reno, 4:30 p.m. Summer Concert Series PJ’s at Gray’s Crossing, Truckee, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Bluesdays Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Olympic Valley, 6-8:30 p.m. Classic Cinema Club presents: The Manchurian Candidate (1962) Carson City, 6-10 p.m. Canyon Jam/Open Mic Living the Good Life Nightclub-Bistro-Lounge, Carson City, 6:30 p.m. CONTINUED ON PAGE 32

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JULY 4 | WEDNESDAY Cirque Paris Eldorado Resort Casino, Reno, 12 a.m. Heavenly Village Concert Series Shops at Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, 5:30 p.m. Live Music CB’s Pizza, Carnelian Bay, 6-9 p.m. Open Mic Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City, 7 p.m. Harveys Rooftop 4th of July Party Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys, Stateline, 7:30 p.m. Fourth of July with the Reno Phil Reno, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Jam Paddy & Irene’s Irish Pub, Sparks, 8 p.m. Ted Nugent Carson Valley Inn Casino, Minden, 8-10 p.m. Karaoke 5 Star Saloon, Reno, 9 p.m.

JULY 5 | THURSDAY Cirque Paris Eldorado Resort Casino, Reno, 12 a.m. First Thursday: First Take with Rick Metz Nevada Museum of Art, Reno, 5-7 p.m. Truckee Thursdays Downtown Truckee, Truckee, 5-8:30 p.m. DJ Trivia MidTown Wine Bar, Reno, 7 p.m. Line Dancing with DJ Trey Hellfire Saloon, Reno, 7-9 p.m.

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Ma y “Queenie” Dunn, Tahoe Golf Pion e e r | P a r t I resin. Known as the Haskell ball, the outside surface was later given the dimple patterns we see today. Since the late 1960s, however, there has been an explosion of new designs and composites for golf balls that have increased accuracy for all players.

May “Queenie” Dunn-Webb | Courtesy TCPUD

Queenie was already the nation’s first woman golf instructor, now she had become the first female architect of links in the world.

ay “Queenie” Dunn-Webb was already a rock star in the world of golf when she was hired in 1917 by Charles Bliss, managing owner of the luxurious Tahoe Tavern hotel just south of Tahoe City. Due to the increasing popularity of golf in the United States in the early part of the 20th Century, Bliss wanted to add the sport to his hotel’s standard Tahoe summer guest amenities such as boating, swimming, horseback riding, hiking and fishing. Isabella May Gourlay Dunn seemed destined to be involved in the game; after all, it was in her DNA. Born in England on May 12, 1880, she was the third generation of two of the world’s most influential families in the early history of golf. The Dunns and Gourlays were leaders in the evolution of the sport, including ball and club improvements, as well as instruction and course design. Her paternal grandfather, William “Willie” Dunn Sr., was the instructor and Keeper of the Green at London’s prestigious Royal Blackheath links, where he was a top player, as well as a club and ball maker. His two sons, Tom and William Jr., followed in their father’s footsteps as professional golfers, ball and club craftsmen and highly regarded course architects. May’s maternal ancestor, Douglas Gourlay, had been appointed golf instructor to King James V of Scotland in the 16th Century. Subsequent generations of

his descendants became famous for their expertise in making golf balls of the period, which were three pieces of leather stitched into a ball skin and stuffed to capacity with the downy feathers of young birds. It may seem counterintuitive, but historically the development of the golf ball has been more important than advances in club design. The featherie is the most famous of all golf-ball designs and it dominated the sport for more than 200 years. Featherie balls were often referred to as Gourlays for the family’s mastery of the technique used to handcraft them. Soaking the leather and feathers before drying made for a rock-hard sphere that by 1786 could sail more than 200 yards. The official record for a featherie was set in 1836 at (wind assisted) 361 yards at the St. Andrew’s Links in Scotland. May’s maternal grandfather, John Gourlay, was an expert in making featheries but by 1860 he had embraced the new gutta percha ball fabricated of dried tree-gum resin. In 1871, the aforementioned Willie Dunn Sr. created a mold for a quicker and more consistent method of production of the gutties. These balls were painted red or white for winter or summer play. Modern-style golf balls were first invented around 1900 by American Coburn Haskell and were made of a solid core wrapped tightly with rubber threads and covered with a layer of the gutta percha

May Dunn, later nicknamed “Queenie,” would also contribute to her family’s golf legacy. Her father, Thomas Dunn, was considered the greatest instructor of his time, as well as a top professional golfer, club designer and prolific course architect. In 1870, he married Isabella Gourlay. May’s mother, Isabella, was England’s first female golf instructor, who began her career in 1875. Daughter May would follow in her footsteps, becoming England’s second woman instructor. As a child she learned the game at the historic North Berwick Golf Club designed by her father. While visiting New York at the age of 18, she fell in love and married Casper Van De Watering. A daughter Maisie was born the following year, but the marriage didn’t work and May returned to England. In 1910, May married William “Willie” Webb, a club and ball maker who had worked for her father. Webb was also an author who penned a popular book, “Lessons in Golf.” It was Webb who affectionately called May “Queenie,” a nickname that stayed with her for life. May had grown up watching her parents, uncles, siblings and other professionals play the sport and she learned the game naturally by instinct and repetition rather than thought. It was in this style that she became a successful and popular golf coach beginning in 1904. War World I broke out in Europe during the summer of 1914 and the conflict took its toll on the business of golf. Queenie’s brother John Duncan was then working in New York as an instructor. Her marriage had deteriorated and in January 1914 Queenie initiated divorce proceedings against Willie. Subsequently, he had

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