Happy Cabin makes for happy golfers. Our neighborhood golf course, the Old Brockway Golf Course, opens this Friday, April 26.
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Our first winter of cabin life inspired some updating. A custom leather sofa for 8 and a dining nook crafted from a live-edge dining table and extra-long dining bench make it easier to host a crowd.
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On Thursday, April 25, at 5 p.m., the Spring tour of this film exploring the life and legacy of John Muir, visits Tahoe City with a single screening at the newly-remodeled Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema. Proceeds benefit the local chapter of the Sierra Club.
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It seems like just yesterday we were longing for snow. Well, we got it. In record amounts. February broke the record for the most snowfall in a single month, leaving North Lake Tahoe resorts awash in powder. The good news for boarders and skiers is that the resorts are extending their seasons to take advantage of these record-breaking conditions.
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In the cold of this frigid, snowy winter, we found ourselves reminiscing about a desert trip, replete with ghosts, misadventures, and boondocking east of nowhere.
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On a recent winter day, with snow falling in piles, we set out from Happy Cabin to find a good old-fashioned sledding hill. With 6 kids, ranging from age 4 to 13, in tow, we were looking for something casual and budget-friendly. North Lake Tahoe Regional Park delivered.
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Grandma Ruth grew up in San Francisco during The Depression, giving her a unique perspective on The City. Here are ten things she loved to share in her hometown.
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On a recent trip to Tomales Bay, we introduced a third generation to the wonders of clamming. Hunting for cockles is like hunting for treasure. It requires a journey, discomfort, hard work, and a lot of faith that all the effort will turn up gold. Not only did our hard work pay off, our kids loved the thrill of the hunt.
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When I’m faced with basic lunch fare at the resort inching toward $20 a person, I start thinking of ways to cut costs. Portable picnics are an economical and fun alternative. Here are some ideas for kid-tested snacks and lunches you can tuck into pockets and day packs or stash in a locker.
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Happy New Year from Happy Cabin! May this year bring you all that you wish for, along with a few surprises.
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A unique libation, like a certain smell, can be completely transportive. There are few cocktails as unique as the pisco sour, a Peruvian concoction made from egg whites, lime juice, simple syrup, bitters and, the key ingredient, pisco.
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On a recent winter morning, I found myself at Northstar Village with a day to while away and two antsy children. Should you find yourself in a similar situation, Maris, Anaya, and I offer the following hints.
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A few days before Christmas, 4-year-old Maris went snowboarding for the first time, graduating from our living room and local beach to the magic carpet and a bunny hill. Read on to see how she did!
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Packing a few extras is often just the thing to make someone else’s second home feel like home to you. Here’s a short list of things to consider packing when you visit Happy Cabin.
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Hang a holiday wreath on your front door to welcome guests, add style, and spread cheer. Consider making the wreath yourself, particularly if you have some tiny helpers looking for a holiday project. Here’s a simple tutorial for making a basic holiday wreath without a lot of fuss.
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My Mom is like an elf around Christmas, bustling around the kitchen with trays of candies and plates of cheesecake. It took me a while to figure out my holiday candy niche. These boozy chocolate rum balls are a contender.
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Happy Cabin is a clean slate when it comes to holiday decor. We are still making our traditions as we go. In the meantime, I’m feeding my imagination on other people’s visions of a log cabin holiday.
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With a high altitude and over 300 sunny days a year, staying sun safe in North Lake Tahoe requires some planning, especially in the winter. I’ve rounded up the latest intel on high-altitude winter sun protection to make sure my family is protected, whether making snow forts in the backyard or snowboarding at our local resort.
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The winter holidays are almost here. North Lake Tahoe puts on a festive celebration from early December through New Year’s Day, with theater, music, crafts, games, festivals, sleigh rides, movies, and feasts. This calendar lists our favorite family-friendly holiday events happening within a short drive of Happy Cabin.
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In the spirit of shopping local and giving unique, memorable, earth-friendly gifts, this piece focuses on handmade gifts from local artisans.
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