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Finding something more fun than a snow day in the Reno-Tahoe area is hard. Check out where to have a snow play day with your loved ones! From the various resorts offering the perfect conditions to ski and snowboard, as well as the trails that you can snowshoe, and the hills that are just begging to be sled down, there’s no shortage of fun to be had.

Galena Creek Visitor Center and Recreation Area

(775) 849-4948 – 18250 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511
One of the favorite places to head on a snowy day and just a few miles from South Reno is the Galena Creek Visitor Center and Recreation Area. The hills make great places to slip, slide, and sled, and the trails are often taken over by snowshoers.

North Tahoe Regional Park

(530) 546-4212 – 6600 Donner Rd, Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
Besides offering a child’s sled hill, North Tahoe Regional Park also offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as snowshoe tours and hikes by Tahoe Adventure Company.

Spooner Summit

(775) 831-0494 – Highway 28, Spooner Lake, NV 89703
Bring your own snow equipment and enjoy a winter adventure. The park is also a partner of Nevada Nordic to help bring groomed ski trails to Nevada. Cross-country skiers and snowshoe users are welcome to the Spooner Summit.

Tahoe City Winter Sports Park

(530) 583-1516 – 251 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145
Pack up your family and friends for a day of cross country skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking, sledding, and ice skating. Tahoe City Winter Sports Park has it all and is currently accepting reservations.

Tahoe Meadows

Mt Rose Hwy, New Washoe City, NV 89704
The informal slope is one of the best sledding spots in the Tahoe area. The Tahoe Meadows area is a popular spot for sledding and tubing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.

Reno Resorts with Snow Play Areas

Adventure Mountain Lake Tahoe – (530) 577-4352 – Nebelhorn, Hwy 50 El Dorado Fwy, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96155
Camp Richardson Mountain Sports Center – (530) 542-6584 – 1900 Jameson Beach Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Granlibakken Sledding & Snow Play Area – (530) 581-7533 – 725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City, CA 96145
Hansen’s Resort Snow Tube and Saucer Hill – (530) 544-3361 – 1360 Ski Run Blvd #8601, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Snow Tubing at Palisades Tahoe – (800) 403-0206 – 1651 Squaw Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Tahoe Donner Snow Play Area – (530) 587-9437 – 12790 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, CA 96161
Tahoe Tubing at Boreal Mountain Resort – (530) 426-3666 – 19749 Boreal Ridge Rd, Soda Springs, CA 95728
Tube Town and Planet Kids at Soda Springs – (530) 426-1010 – 10244 Soda Springs Rd, Soda Springs, CA 95728
Village Ice Skating at Northstar California – (888) 367-5257 – 100 Northstar Dr, Truckee, CA 96161

Now that you know where to have a snow play day, be sure to get out and enjoy the winter weather with your loved ones! It’s an inexpensive and fun way to spend an afternoon in the winter.

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The weather is fickle in Reno, and it’s easy to see it change from sunshine to snow in the blink of an eye. We’ve even seen snow blanket the streets in May during a late season. If you’ve never lived in a town that experiences snow or if it’s simply been a while since you’ve seen snowflakes fall from the sky, check out how you should be navigating the snow and ice this winter.

Winterizing Your Home

Each winter, homeowners can face unexpected expenses and inconveniences to make drastic repairs after a battle with frozen pipes. Luckily, there are some precautions you can take to avoid any problems.

Inside Preparations:
- Insulate pipes or faucets in unheated areas. If you have water pipes in a garage or crawl space under the house, wrap them before temperatures plummet.
- Seal off access doors, air vents, and cracks. Repair any areas where cold winter winds can get in to freeze exposed pipes, but do not plug air vents that are needed for your furnace and water heater.
- Know where the master water shutoff valve is and which way to turn it to shut off the water. Shutting the water off in times of a pipe burst can save your home from damage and save you money.
Outside Preparations:
- Shut off and drain your irrigation system. Disconnect outdoor hoses from faucets and allow them to drain.
- Insulate outdoor pipes and faucets.

Winter Driving Tips

Normal driving habits will need to be modified to drive safely in winter weather. When driving, be sure to:

Put on your low beam headlights. The reflection of the light off snow, ice, and water can diminish your vision.
Don’t use cruise control.
Clear the windows of snow and ice and defog windows before driving.
Avoid making quick starts and sudden stops.
Keep tire chains with you during the winter months.
Know the snow and ice control routes that will tell you when you can expect the streets you will be driving along to be plowed.

Winter Resources

Navigating the snow and ice takes some time and practice when you’re new to the area, but with some preparation, you’ll be handling the cold weather like a longtime resident in no time! If you have questions about moving or what it’s like relocating to the Reno-Sparks community, contact the David Morris Group. We’re always happy to share our knowledge of the area and the real estate market!

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