EXPERIENCE NORTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA
On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s WANDER THE WORLD WITH SHARON podcast, travel writer Sharon K. Kurtz shares her North Lake Tahoe experiences including Granlibakken Lodge, Thunderbird Lodge, Donner Memorial State Park, and Vikingsholm Castle, along with the area’s Winter Olympic legacy, and indigenous history of the Washoe Tribe. Watch here in the YouTube player or download the episode on Podbean.
North Lake Tahoe offers a retreat into nature, history, and adventure, far from the neon lights and casinos of the southern shore. Sharon’s stay at the historic Granlibakken Lodge, a former Olympic training ground, provided the perfect base for exploring the area’s rich past and hidden gems. From touring the eccentric Thunderbird Lodge, once home to a reclusive millionaire with an elephant and a lion, to stepping into history at Donner Memorial State Park, each experience deepened her appreciation for Tahoe’s layered heritage. She also visited Vikingsholm Castle, a Scandinavian-inspired estate on the shores of Emerald Bay, and soaked in the Olympic legacy that still thrives in the region’s ski culture. Whether tracing the footsteps of the Washoe Tribe, marveling at Lake Tahoe’s striking clarity, or uncovering untold Olympic stories, her journey through North Lake Tahoe was filled with fascinating discoveries.
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JIGSAW PUZZLE: Enjoy the interview with Sharon K. Kurtz while you piece together this online jigsaw puzzle of Sharon’s photo from Thunderbird Lodge, East Shore Tahoe. Use the full screen icon to make it easier. Use your mouse roller or arrow keys to rotate the puzzle pieces and click and drag to put the pieces in place. Use the Image Icon to see the picture and the Ghost Icon to set your workspace.
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