Trail Blazer Magazine

The Trail Blazer is the official bi-annual publication of the Tahoe Rim Trail Association. Inside each edition, you will find tales of inspiration, trail announcements, exclusive stories, and more. Printed or electronic copies are available for Tahoe Rim Trail Association members. If you would like to change how you receive your copy of the Trail Blazer, contact info@tahoerimtrail.org.

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❄️BIG HOLIDAY NEWS ❄️⁠
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Need a last-minute holiday gift for a Tahoe Rim Trail enthusiast you're shopping for? We have just the perfect gift for you! ⁠
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Gift your loved one a TRTA Membership! What does a TRTA Membership entail?⁠
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🏕️ A subscription to our seasonal Trail Blazer magazine⁠
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🫶🏼 10% discount on ALL TRT Merch and discounts on trainings and courses!⁠
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💙 Special member-only events (some of these events pictured)⁠
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🐻 FREE bear canister rentals ⁠
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🥾 Supporting the TRTA to help us accomplish our mission!⁠
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& more! ⁠
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You can learn more about membership here: https://tahoerimtrail.org/membership/⁠
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#holidaygift #membership #givingback #donation #tahoerimtrail #laketahoe⁠
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📣 Calling all trail building enthusiasts 📣⁠
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The Tahoe Rim Trail Association is looking for a TRAIL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR!⁠
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⚒️ We are looking for someone who can provide strategic oversight and management for Tahoe Rim Trail Association trail maintenance and building initiatives, encompassing project planning, logistical coordination, documentation, cultivation of community partnerships, and engagement with TRTA volunteers.⁠
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Does this sound like the perfect fit for you? Then check out the job description here: https://tahoerimtrail.org/jobs-internships/ Link in bio⁠
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Join the team! 💙⁠
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📷️: @peltierphoto

We are super excited to announce the Tahoe Rim Trail Association has partnered with the amazing @wilderdog! 🐾

Does your pup or loved one’s pup have a present yet for the holidays? Then you’ll want to snag one of these Tahoe Rim Trail Wilderdog Bandanas!

These amazing cooling bandanas are great for summit selfies on your ski adventure in the winter and for keeping your dog cool on the trail during your summer hikes!

You can purchase a bandana today! https://tahoerimtrail.org/shop/ Link in bio

@wilderdog is an amazing local dog gear company that supports incredible organizations and makes some INCREDIBLE dog gear, so be sure to check them out! ➡️ https://www.wilderdog.com/ 🐶

We are hoping you will join us and dream big and dig deep for our year-end fundraiser! ✨️⁠
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We were blown away by the generosity our supporters showed us during Giving Tuesday and are still offering a free, fleece lined beanie for any gift of $100 or more! ⁠
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Your donation will help support some amazing projects lined up for 2025: from creating the TRT's first ADA-accessible trail to installing new, bi-lingual kiosks at all of our trailheads.⁠
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If you have some extra love to give, give back to the trails today!⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/give-back/ Link in Bio⁠
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#yearendgiving #tahoerimtrail #laketahoe⁠

We have some exciting news! Our marketing team is hiring! 🎉⁠
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📷️ Communications Manager: Are you a social media and marketing wizard? We are looking for a strong manager to oversee all marketing and social media strategy, coordinate outreach and education events, and serve as the TRTA's strong voice!⁠
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⚒️ Engagement Coordinator: We are looking for our face of the TRTA! Do you have experience with volunteer and community engagement? Then this job might be perfect for you! We seek a strong candidate who can lead dynamic outreach events, educational trail talks through community partners, and a Trail Ambassador program to inspire engagement, make connections, and amplify our mission and impact. ⁠
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You can learn more about each of these roles: https://tahoerimtrail.org/jobs-internships/ Link in bio!

We are excited to announce some exciting news from our amazing partners, @aldhawest! ⁠
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For the second year in a row, they are launching their 2025 Diversity Hiker Scholarship Program. They will be awarding $2,500 scholarships paired with incredible gear packages to four BIPOC! 🫶🏼⁠
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BIPOC hikers are under-represented and this program allows them to hike the trail of their dreams and we are so excited to support this amazing initiative. ⁠
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If you are interested in learning more information, please visit: https://www.aldhawest.org/2025scholarshipapplication

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR OUR BELOVED WILDERNESS FIRST AID COURSE! 🎉⁠
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TRTA is hosting a 2-day Wilderness First Aid course taught by our amazing partners @nolsedu which will provide individuals with a foundation in important first-aid concepts critical to responding to emergencies in a remote backcountry environment. 🏕️⁠
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This is an amazing opportunity for you to meet the needs of any trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts, and individuals working in backcountry environments! ⁠
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This course fills up fast, so sign up today!⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/event/wfa-april-25/ Events Link in Bio ⁠
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#WFA #firstaid #backcountry #tahoerimtrail #laketahoe

‼️Mark your calendars ‼️⁠
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12/18 is the last day to order your holiday gifts through our shop if you want to receive your gifts before Christmas! ❄️⁠
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We have some amazing new merchandise to gift to your family and friends, so you won't want to miss the deadline!⁠
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Check out all the good stuff: https://tahoerimtrail.org/shop/ link in bio ⁠
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#tahoerimtrail #holidayshopping

We asked, you answered.⁠
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We want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who has supported us during Giving Tuesday. We were shown just how loved the Tahoe Rim Trail is! We are excited to announce that we have raised $40,193! 🤯⁠
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With a full docket of projects lined up for 2025, we need your support more than ever. We are still looking to hit our YEAR-END goal of 90,000!⁠
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Again, we are forever grateful for the support and generosity of our supporters who helped us get to our nearly halfway goal in just one singular day! ⁠
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Your gift keeps the trail clean and clear and helps us educate more individuals about the importance of leaving Tahoe’s environment as pristine as they found it. Thank you for your support and for being part of our incredible community! 🫶🏼⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/give-back/ Link in bio⁠
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#givingtuesday #thankyou #support #tahoerimtrail

Start your snow dances folks! ❄️⁠We are starting off 2025 with two new snowy adventures for you! Registration is now open for:⁠
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Ski Nordic Tour at Chickadee Ridge with TINS | January 29 | 10 AM - 1 PM | FREE⁠
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Glide through Tahoe’s winter wonderland on skis at a winter excursion hosted by TINS and the TRTA. We will take breaks periodically to learn about Tahoe’s Forest ecology and bird migration habits while identifying trees and animals that live amongst the Lodgepole Pines. 🎿⁠
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Snow Camping 101 | March 8 - March 9 ⁠
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Join the Tahoe Rim Trail Association for Snow Camping 101, where you will learn tips and tricks to enjoy a night out in the snowy backcountry. We welcome new and seasoned backcountry enthusiasts eager to add another season to their camping experiences by learning the skills to camp successfully in the snow.⁠ ⛺️⁠
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You won't want to miss out on these amazing trips!⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/events/ Link in Bio⁠
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#tahoerimtrail #guidedhike #ski #winter #laketahoe

Today is the big day: GIVING TUESDAY! 💙

We are so grateful for everyone’s love and support for the Tahoe Rim Trail. We want to thank everyone who donated to support our Giving Tuesday goal! We are SO grateful for everyone’s love and support for our trail thus far.

We are looking to raise $90,000 by the end of the year and we can do that with your help and support!

We would love to hear: What do you love and appreciate most about the Tahoe Rim Trail? Comment below!

tahoerimtrail.org/give-back/ / Link in Bio

#givingtuesday #tahoerimtrail #dayofgiving #trailwork

Tis the season: Happy Black Friday! If you're like me, I'm snagging all the good deals for my holiday shopping early, and we have a deal for you! ❄️⁠
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We just dropped some fresh new merch and would love to offer our amazing following a discount code to use for FREE SHIPPING, good till December 3rd. ⁠
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CODE: THANKFUL24 🫶🏼⁠
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Thank you for giving back to the trails! ⚒️⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/shop/ Link in Bio ⁠
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#blackfriday #tahoerimtrail #laketahoe

The Tahoe Rim Trail Association would like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🫶🏼 ⁠
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We are beyond thankful for our volunteers, donors, members, partners, and many others. We wouldn't be able to accomplish all that we do without you. We cherish your dedication and time to our organization, not just today but every day! ⁠
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Comment below what you're thankful for this year. 🧡⁠
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#tahoerimtrail #thanksgiving #thankful #laketahoe⁠

‼️WE ARE ONE WEEK AWAY FROM GIVING TUESDAY‼️

DEC 3RD 2024 | On this Global Day of Giving, your gift of $250 or more will be matched dollar for dollar by our very own Board President. 🫶🏼

Turn $250 into $500, $500 into $1,000... you get the idea! This is an incredible opportunity to support the TRTA and help us kick off our end-of-year fundraiser.

Your gift will go directly to the amazing projects we have lined up for our 2025 trail season. Your help is essential to help accomplish priority maintenance and improvements on the Tahoe Rim Trail and help us continue to protect trails in the Basin and connect more folks to nature. 🌲

You can learn more and give today by visiting: https://tahoerimtrail.org/give-back/ Link in Bio

#givingtuesday #laketahoe #trailwork #thruhiking #biking #tahoerimtrail

Are you an avid hiker or biker on the TRT? Then you won't want to miss this exciting new deal from our amazing partners at @faroutguides 👏⁠
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The Tahoe Rim Trail App is THE app we recommend to all of our trail enthusiasts who want to get out on the trail. It shows accurate routes on the TRT, including water source updates, real-time updates from other hikers and so much more. 🥾⁠
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The Tahoe Rim Trail App is 30% OFF for FarOut’s biggest sale of the year! ⁠
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Shop in the FarOut app or check it out at app.faroutguides.com ⁠
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Sale ends Monday, December 2 ❄️

💡 TRTA Partner Spotlight 💡⁠
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We are super stoked to highlight our incredible partnership with @deschutesbrewery! They have supported our Trail Operations Backcountry Camps and Volunteer party this season. 🍺⁠
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Whenever a volunteer sees some Deschutes beer at their event, they are stoked (I mean, who wouldn't be). We are so grateful to have an organization that supports and gives back to the Tahoe Rim Trail! ⁠
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If you're ever unsure about what kind of beer you want to pick up at the store, grab some Deschutes 😏 They give back to the trails! 🍻⁠
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If you're a business and interested in partnering with the TRTA - shoot us a DM!⁠
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#deschutes #tahoerimtrail #beer #partnerships #laketahoe

More exciting news! ⛏️⁠
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In addition to hiring for our Youth Programs Manager, we are also hiring for a Trail Operations Manager! ⁠
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Do you have a proven history of working with trail organizations and volunteers? Are you passionate about our mission and have excellent leadership skills to direct groups? Then this role might be a perfect fit! ⁠
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Our Trail Operations Manager will implement programming to meet the TRTA's strategic goals to maintain and enhance the trail and infrastructure to minimize the impact of trail users, provide a world-class trail experience, and protect Tahoe's natural resources. 🌲⁠
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You can check out more about this amazing opportunity at: https://tahoerimtrail.org/jobs-internships/ Link in bio ⁠
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#hiring #laketahoe #tahoerimtrail #trailoperations #trailwork⁠

Happy Veterans Day! 💙⁠
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Today, we honor all who served. Here at the TRTA, we have many volunteers and members who have served our country. Thank you for your brave sacrifices, we are grateful for you every day! ⁠
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#veteransday #laketahoe #tahoerimtrail

Who could complete the entire Tahoe Rim Trail in just 2 days, 20 hours and 19 minutes? Well, say hello to @aribackholm . You heard that right, Ari completed the TRT in just under THREE DAYS. That is 171 miles and 31,000 vertical feet! 🤯

Ari’s trip ended up being the self-supported fastest known time on the Tahoe Rim Trail in the 40+, and 50+ age group categories.

“I did not know that humans may actually be the fastest animals on this planet over long distances. Felt good to explore our natural habitat!” 🥾

Welcome to the 165 mile club Ari and a HUGE congratulations from the Tahoe Rim Trail Association! 👏🏼

#tahoerimtrail #laketahoe #hiking #trailrunning

‼️ DREAM JOB ALERT ‼️ The TRTA is HIRING! ⁠
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⛺️ Youth Programs Manager 🐾⁠
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Are you passionate about empowering youth and fostering a love for the outdoors? We are seeking an enthusiastic Youth Programs Manager who is to lead our acclaimed Youth Backcountry Camp, expand family-focused outdoor opportunities, and develop service-learning projects that engage young people in environmental stewardship. ⁠

We will be accepting applications till December 1st.
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If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please apply to tahoerimtrail.org/jobs-internships⁠
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📷️: @peltierphoto⁠
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#tahoerimtrail #hiring #youthprograms #backcountry #backpacking #laketahoe

Some of our trail users are still going bearfoot (get it?) 🐾⁠
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Tahoe is predicting its first snowstorm of the season this weekend. Seems like winter is here! If you are heading out on the trail this weekend, you should prepare for high wind gusts and snowy conditions. ⁠
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As always, please check weather reports before heading out on trail, pack accordingly. 🥶⁠
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You can also check out our webpage for current trail condition updates. ⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/current-trail-conditions/⁠
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Winter is here! ⁠
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#laketahoe #winterconditions #winter #snow #tahoerimtrail

Hot off the press: ‼️ NEW TRT MERCH! ‼️⁠
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The holidays are right around the corner (I know, I'm sorry), and what better gift than some TRT merch! ⁠
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We just dropped these new tee's and have plenty of other amazing fall and winter merchandise just in time for some early holiday shopping. ❄️⁠
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https://tahoerimtrail.org/shop/ Link in bio

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