by elementsmtnco | Apr 6, 2026 | Elements Mountain Journal
In the Sierra, winter gets most of the attention. Big storms, deep snow, and icy roads tend to define mountain life. But historically, spring was often just as difficult in Truckee, and sometimes even harder to manage. As the snowpack began to melt, the region faced a...
by elementsmtnco | Apr 6, 2026 | Elements Mountain Journal
In Truckee, spring does not arrive all at once. It comes in stages. A warm afternoon, a cold night, a little runoff, a little mud, then another round of snow in the forecast. This in-between season is messy, but it is also useful. Mud season has a way of showing...
by elementsmtnco | Apr 1, 2026 | Elements Mountain Journal
Image subject to copyright from Visit Truckee-Tahoe April Events in Truckee, CA for 2026 Looking for the best things to do in Truckee this April? Spring in the High Sierra brings a mix of family events, seasonal celebrations, and mountain adventures. Whether you are...
by elementsmtnco | Mar 5, 2026 | Elements Mountain Journal
Image subject to copyright from Martis Camp The best way to stay up to date with events in March in our High Sierra mountain community! We are making things happen with a great selection of daytime amusements, a collection of family-friendly events, and of course some...
by elementsmtnco | Mar 5, 2026 | Elements Mountain Journal
In Truckee and Tahoe Donner, March is when winter starts to loosen its grip, and homeowners start looking ahead. The days get longer, the snow begins to settle, and the to-do list for spring shows up fast. If defensible space and tree service are on your list this...
by elementsmtnco | Mar 5, 2026 | Elements Mountain Journal
In Truckee and Tahoe Donner, spring does not arrive all at once. It shows up in stages. Sunny afternoons, dripping eaves, and that familiar freeze at night. This is the season when small winter issues become visible, and when a quick walkaround can save you time,...
