Punxsutawney, PA…Here ye, here ye, here ye, Today, 2-2-22, welcome to Punxsutawney to celebrate Groundhog Day. the one hundred thirty sixth annual trek of the Punxsutawney groundhog club. Punxsutawney phil, the seer of seers, the prognosticator of all prognosticators, was gently lifted from his burrow at 7:25 am, and held high to see. His faithful […]
Virginia City, NV…Virginia City, Nevada, is known for a few big things – the discovery of the Comstock Lode, one of the largest deposits of silver ore ever discovered; and the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, one of the largest gatherings of revelers consuming bull testicles at an event. Yes, each year the historic mountain mining […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates…Max Verstappen overtook great rival Lewis Hamilton on the final lap of the final race of the breathtaking 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship season to win his maiden title as a late safety car at Yas Marina brought unbelievable drama to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday. Verstappen started […]
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV…Nov. 17, 2021 – Christmas tree permits for National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin sold out today, Nov. 17, 2021. No additional permits will be authorized for this season. Christmas trees may also be purchased from private Christmas tree farms in El Dorado, Nevada, and Placer counties. Thank you to all […]
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV…Christmas tree permits for National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin will be available for online purchase on a first-come, first-served basis Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021. As a reminder, no tree cutting is permitted in the Caldor Fire closure area due to ongoing hazards within the Caldor Fire perimeter. The Caldor Fire […]
Washington, DC…This year, System Transport by introduction of long-time sponsor Kenworth Truck Company was selected as the truck carrier for the 2021 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. Over the last several months, System Transport has been integral in working with the Six Rivers National Forest team in ensuring preparations are ready to safely carry and transport […]
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — This Halloween, the scary side of Tahoe is not limited to above ground. The introduction of new aquatic invasive species threatens to wreak havoc on Lake Tahoe’s ecosystem and recreational amenities. Despite hurdles from COVID-19, hazardous air quality and evacuations from the Caldor Fire, Lake Tahoe’s Watercraft Inspection Program had another […]
Mad River, CA…After almost a year of planning, the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, an 84-foot white fir nicknamed “Sugar Bear,” will be harvested from the Six Rivers National Forest in a virtual ceremony on Oct. 24, 2021 at 10 AM. The harvest ceremony will include a blessing by the Lassic Band of Wylacki-Wintoon Family Group […]