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Anyone can be a landscape photographer, no fancy equipment required! Nature is the best subject, so grab your phone or camera and capture the scenic beauty all around you.
Got binoculars? Use them to catch a glimpse of Truckee-Tahoe’s incredible birds including the Western Tanager, Calliope Hummingbird, Mountain Chickadee, and Bald Eagle. Take the Truckee River Watershed Council's self-guided nature tour to explore restoration sites full of interesting birds.
Camping can be fun... and luxurious! Rent an Airstream trailer for a night or DIY your glamping experience. There are numerous campgrounds for overnight camping in Truckee-Tahoe.
Truckee-Tahoe’s gorgeous mountain landscape is a source of inspiration for many artists and creatives. Try your hand at outdoor art by finding a beautiful spot to set up an easel and paint. Get art supplies at Atelier in downtown Truckee.
When the sun goes down, Truckee-Tahoe’s dark skies give way to a sky full of stars! Many Truckee neighborhoods are dark enough to view a spectacular night sky, but for a breathtaking interstellar experience, head to your favorite trail. Wide open meadows are best for an unobstructed view of shooting stars, constellations, and more.
Get a tour of Truckee-Tahoe's night sky! Sign up for a docent guided evening of stargazing and science talk at the Dark Skies Cosmoarium in the Castle Peak parking area of Northstar California Resort. You'll get to view constellations and planets through high-powered, professional Celestron telescopes and binoculars while diving into the theme, "Astrobiology - is there other life in the cosmos?" Tours run from June 13 to August 31.
Volunteer on vacation? Yes! Outdoor volunteering opportunities are a completely unique way to experience Truckee-Tahoe and feel good about giving back. You can help build trails, be a citizen scientist by using an app, or clean up litter for prizes and discounts at local stores, all while working alongside friendly locals!
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