Our dream: a regional winter wonderland
Imagine having the most fantastic Nordic area in the Western United States as your own back yard.

Echo Summit and Echo Lakes SnoParks threatened
A plan by the Placerville Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest, threatens both the Echo Summit and Echo Lakes SnoParks.

Broken promises at Loon Lake
Will the Eldorado County Board of Supervisors step up to the plate?

It's time to sign up for the Snowcamping Training Series
Every winter about 80 backpackers sign up for this hands-on, participatory course.

No protection for Leavitt Bow
Last year the Forest Service rejected all appeals challenging the decision to open 7,000 acres of the Leavitt Bowl, east of Sonora Pass, to snowmobiles.

Alumni snow-camp trips
Trips for "graduates" of the Snowcamping Training Series.

California mosses in winter
In winter, when flowering plants slow or cease growth, California mosses begin their main growing season.

Winter begins in your own yard - early rains best time for planting California natives
At the Bay Chapter's Second Annual Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Barbecue, we presented awards to a number of outstanding volunteers.

New leadership brings fresh air to Clair Tappaan Lodge
A new and inspiring leader has shown up at Clair Tappaan Lodge.

Strictly outdoors
Updates on winter camping