Weekend Outlook 9/01-9/05, 2022 (Labor Day Weekend)

Trail Damage Warning:

• Whites Creek had some serious flooding in the early August round of downpours. Major trail damage along much of the lower section of trail as well as some of the upper section. The local trail managers are all aware of the damage and would appreciate users seeking alternate routes until they are able to get repairs done. Due to the extensive nature of the current damage, that may not be this year. If you are planning on doing the Dry Pond loop, be careful or consider an out and back on the Thomas Creek side.

Trail Karma Opportunity:

• Biggest Little Trail Stewards along with American Trails will be providing trail crew training for free September 24 & 25. If you have ever considered volunteering for trail days, this is how you can get skilled up to organize and lead those vital activities. This two-day event will offer free trainings to new and existing trail enthusiasts interested in building the skills needed to maintain trails well. Meet new trails folks or connect with old trail friends while learning the fundamental skills of trail design, planning, construction, and maintenance, as well as crew leadership. Additional information and signups can be had at the link here.

Weekend Events:

Here are the events that are on the radar for this weekend:

• Thursday, September 01:

  • 6:00 am

    • The IsPeavineDry.com Peavine easy ride will roll out from the Keystone East trailhead. This mountain bike ride goes for between 60 to 90 minutes and is always easy effort stay together ride. If you have never ridden Keystone Canyon before, please let me know when you arrive. See you bright and early!

  • 5:45 pm

    • Silver State Striders are not organizing an official Thursday run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.

• Friday, September 02:

  • 7:30 am

    • Radical Adventure Riders (RAR) Reno and Northern Nevada Bikepacking are teaming up to bring you Coffee Outside. This week’s morning cup of micro-adventure on bikes will be at Newlands Park on California Avenue overlooking Reno High School and the River. More information about joining can be found by following @coffeeoutsidereno on Instagram.

• Saturday, September 03:

  • 8:00 am

    • Silver State Striders are not organizing an official long run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.

• Sunday, September 04:

  • 6:00 am

    • Tahoe Area Mountain Bike Association (TAMBA) is hosting the annual Rose to Toads mountain bike ride. This is a members only fundraiser ride for them and you don’t have to ride the entire brutal route (Mt Rose meadows to Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride in South Tahoe) to participate. For more information, to buy/renew your TAMBA membership, and register for the ride check out their event website here. Good luck to all the hearty souls taking on this beast. For everyone else on the east side of the Tahoe rim trail, cheer these riders on as they go by. It’s not a race, but they are each challenging themselves something fierce.

• Monday, September 05:

  • Labor Day. Upcoming Events post for this week will be posted Tuesday September 06.

Trail Outlook

• Warmer than usual Labor Day weekend. Sunday and Monday are expected to break triple digits and overnight lows will stay on the warm side. Sunscreen, plenty of water, and timing your outdoor activities earlier if possible are the best solution for the holiday weekend. If you are heading out to Rose to Toads, good luck and take a few extra bottles and electrolytes.

If you get out, let us know what you saw by submitting a trail report.

Be kind, be safe, and enjoy.

Top to bottom dry.