Lake Tahoe is beautiful. We had a camp site about 100 yards from the lake. Nice pines all around with mountains in the background. We have been across the Sierra Nevada mountains 3 times now. The drive to Tahoe was stunning - with lots and lots of 10 - 20 mph switchbacks. Today we took a short drive to Carson City (didn't really spend any time there) and Virginia City. The downtown is nicely preserved with old buildings from the gold and silver mining days. It is COLD. Just turned the heat on in the camper. For fans of the old western TV show, Bonanza - Virginia City is Ponderosa country. Heading East on the so-called "Lonliest Road" tomorrow.
Comments from Eldon: Spent a night on the San Andreas fault - not even a rumble, but there were mules braying and wild turkeys roaming. Once again, we toured the Sierra Nevada mountains. They are about 9,000 feet - not a bad drive and very beautiful. I love the pines. Green is good. The aspens should be colorful when we get to the Rockies. Tahoe was relaxing - its always good to be near the water. I don't mean to complain, but wish it was a little warmer - not Death Valley warm though. Virginia City is a step back to my childhood TV days - Sunday nights watching Bonanza with Grandpa and Grandma - I was expecting to see Little Joe and Hoss any minute.
Comments from Harry: Donkeys are cool - turkeys are dumb. I got a new collar today - my old one was too small. Guess I need more exercise.
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