Award-winning boat builder Tony Brown and Sabina Pellissier invite Tahoe Maritime Museum mebers to tour their workshop and view the current restoration of "Miss Tahoe" in progress on Jan. 22 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Mark your calendar and join the Museum for this special afternoon for all members. Light refreshments will be served. The workshop is located in Auburn. Space is limited, so please RSVP. For more information or to RSVP, call (530) 525-9253 or e-mail events@tahoemaritimemuseum.org.
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Saturday, January 1, 2011
New director for maritime museum
The Tahoe Maritime Museum Board of Directors announces the appointment of Jesse Siess Hadley as the Museum's new Executive Director, effective Jan. 1.
Jesse was previously the Executive Director of the Coachella Valley Historical Society in Indio, Calif. "The Board believes that Jesse brings the professional museum experience necessary to continue the Tahoe Maritime Museum's development as a World Class institution," according to a release.
Jesse was previously the Executive Director of the Coachella Valley Historical Society in Indio, Calif. "The Board believes that Jesse brings the professional museum experience necessary to continue the Tahoe Maritime Museum's development as a World Class institution," according to a release.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Maritime Annex Open House
The Tahoe Maritime Museum is hosting an Open House at the Truckee Annex on Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with David "Smitty" Smith. View vessels and artifacts not currently on display at the museum.
The Annex is located at 10434 River Park Place. For details, call (530) 525-9253, ext. 104, or visit www.tahoemaritimemuseum.org.
Monday, September 6, 2010
"S.S. Tahoe" model & lecture
The Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts Alan J. Zulberti for a showing of his "S.S. Tahoe" model and a lecture from 11 a.m. to noon on Sept. 14. Zulberti will talke about his three-year project in building an operational model of the "S.S. Tahoe."
Built nearly 115 years after the original ship was launched at Glenbrook in 1896, the model is hand-built, has a riveted copper hull with more than 5,000 rivets and is powered by the only known twin engine steam plant. Six feet long and radio controlled, the ship provides the sounds of a steam whistle, a ships bell and steam cuffing. The model is fast with a trial run at a scale speed of 36.9 knots.
Zulberti is an active member of the San Francisco Model Yacht Club. This is his third model boat, which follows his construction of a WW II Patrol Torpedo boat, which received first place in Military and Best in Show a few years ago. The PT-588 also was the subject of a six-page feature article in a national magazine, Ships in Scale.
The model will be on hand during the slide show presentation. Lecture is free with admission. Adults $5. Members and children under 12 are free. Visit www.tahoemaritimemuseum.org.
Built nearly 115 years after the original ship was launched at Glenbrook in 1896, the model is hand-built, has a riveted copper hull with more than 5,000 rivets and is powered by the only known twin engine steam plant. Six feet long and radio controlled, the ship provides the sounds of a steam whistle, a ships bell and steam cuffing. The model is fast with a trial run at a scale speed of 36.9 knots.
Zulberti is an active member of the San Francisco Model Yacht Club. This is his third model boat, which follows his construction of a WW II Patrol Torpedo boat, which received first place in Military and Best in Show a few years ago. The PT-588 also was the subject of a six-page feature article in a national magazine, Ships in Scale.
The model will be on hand during the slide show presentation. Lecture is free with admission. Adults $5. Members and children under 12 are free. Visit www.tahoemaritimemuseum.org.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Lecture series, open house
The Tahoe Maritime Museums wraps its summer lecture series on Sept. 9 with “Preserving Tahoe History Through a Camera Lens” with Peter Goin, University of Nevada Regents and Foundation Professor of Arts. The lecture starts at 5:30 p.m. with light refreshments at 5 p.m. The cost is $8 for adults and free for children under 12.
The museum also will open the doors to its massive Truckee Annex on Sept. 11. The annex is only open a few times a year for public viewing of the museum’s extensive collection. David “Smitty” Smith will be leading tours. The annex will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 and free for children under 12. The annex is located at 10434 River Park Place in Truckee. For details, visit www.tahoemaritimemusuem.org or call (530) 525-9253.
The museum also will open the doors to its massive Truckee Annex on Sept. 11. The annex is only open a few times a year for public viewing of the museum’s extensive collection. David “Smitty” Smith will be leading tours. The annex will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 and free for children under 12. The annex is located at 10434 River Park Place in Truckee. For details, visit www.tahoemaritimemusuem.org or call (530) 525-9253.
Staff changes at museum
The departure of Heather Leonard, director of operations, this month from the Tahoe Maritime Museum will bring some staff changes to the museum. Heather, who was been a valued addition to the museum and the community, will be relocating with her husband to Houston later this month.
While the museum looks for a permanent director, Richard Lashbrook, a long-time Friend of the Museum, volunteer and member since 2001 will take the helm as Interim Director.
Patty Williams has joined the staff as development associate, and Heather Laederich, a part-time summer staff associate, has accepted a full-time role as exhibits associate.
While the museum looks for a permanent director, Richard Lashbrook, a long-time Friend of the Museum, volunteer and member since 2001 will take the helm as Interim Director.
Patty Williams has joined the staff as development associate, and Heather Laederich, a part-time summer staff associate, has accepted a full-time role as exhibits associate.
Monday, August 23, 2010
Lake Explorations lecture
Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts its next lecture series on Aug. 26 featuring Martin McClellan from New Millennium Dive Expeditions at 5:30 p.m. to discuss “Lake Explorations.”
On July 20, 2002, New Millennium Dive Expeditions reached the scuttled “S.S. Tahoe” in 400’ of water off Glenbrook in a record-setting high-altitude dive. New Millennium aided in the effort to have the site named to the National Register of Historic Places, the first such designation in the country.
Refreshments will be served at 5 p.m. The lecture series is $8 for adults and free for children under 12. For details, visit http://www.tahoemaritimemusuem.org/.
On July 20, 2002, New Millennium Dive Expeditions reached the scuttled “S.S. Tahoe” in 400’ of water off Glenbrook in a record-setting high-altitude dive. New Millennium aided in the effort to have the site named to the National Register of Historic Places, the first such designation in the country.
Refreshments will be served at 5 p.m. The lecture series is $8 for adults and free for children under 12. For details, visit http://www.tahoemaritimemusuem.org/.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Water ski weekend
Water ski and wakeboard enthusiasts are hoping to bring the annual Water Ski Carnival back to the West Shore and are hoping to drum up interest by hosting festivities in Homewood next week including a water ski and wakeboarding exhibition, at a roundtable talk and exhibit at the Tahoe Maritime Museum. Water skiing was invented in 1922 by Ralph Samuelson of Lake City, Minnesota, but it didn’t take hold on the West Coast until the 1930s. The first water ski exposition was held at Lake Tahoe in 1940, with the Tahoe Yacht Club organizing the first Water Ski Carnival at Chamber’s Landing in 1953.
The carnival featured water skiing, slalom skiing, trick skiing and aquaplane competitions, according to Warren Fallat, an organizer for this year’s Water Ski Weekend. Aquaplanes were popular in the 40s, and were basically a board a skier would stand on while holding two ropes being pulled behind a boat. In the 1970s, the carnival expanded to include Delta Wing Kites, with a water skier skiing behind a boat with a kite, which looks like a hang glider.
The skier would compete with the kites in a slalom course. Today, the sport has evolved to include wakeboarding and wakeskating.
The skier would compete with the kites in a slalom course. Today, the sport has evolved to include wakeboarding and wakeskating. The Water Ski Carnival continued on the West Shore, usually at Chamber’s or in Homewood, through the late 90s, before it ended, Fallat said, due to operating costs and the lack of an organizing group. Now, water ski enthusiasts are hoping to the return the Carnival to the West Shore in the coming years.
“Most of the water ski history is from the West Shore because it’s ideally suited for water skiing,” Fallat said, because of weather conditions. With high winds on the East and North shores, the coves of the West Shore provide better conditions for water skiing.
The roundtable on July 22 at 5:30 p.m. at the Maritime Museum will feature local water skiing experts including Lee Schmidt of High Sierra Water Ski School; Randy Walker, a founder of the Water Ski Carnival; Les Bartlett, who operated one of the first water ski schools on the North Shore in the 1950s; Ron Rupp, who also ran a water ski school in the 50s; and Mary Jo Miller Shepherd, a renowned water skier. Admission to the talk is $8 and free to museum members and children under 12. There will be refreshments served at 5 p.m.
On July 23, the museum hosts the On-the-Water Exhibition from 8 to 10 a.m. in Homewood off Obexer’s Marina with trick skiing, double skiing, slalom skiing, wakeboarding and wakeskating demonstrations. There will be an announcer for the event, and spectators can watch from the beach or pier at Obexer’s, or may come by boat.
On July 24, visitors can enjoy free admission to the Maritime Museum from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Living History Day. There also will be a temporary water ski exhibit in the parking lot with a Ski Nautique and other historical items for the day.
There will be free activities for kids with face painting and more. And, enjoy guided tours at noon and 2 p.m.
There also will be a raffle at all three events to benefit the museum with prizes including a Standup Paddleboard rental, a wakeboard and a tubing setup. Tickets are available at the museum. Call (530) 525-9523.
Organizers hope the weekend generates interest to bring the carnival back.
“It’s not necessarily on the table, but it’s certainly on the wish list,” Fallat says.
(Photo: Warren Fallat. Historic photo: Tahoe Maritime Museum)
Living "The Deadliest Catch"
Rolling seas in the frigid waters of the Bering Sea, temperatures that are regularly 30 below and thousands of pounds of steel pots that must be hauled every day – it’s just part of a day’s work for the crew of “Wizard,” one of the featured crab boats on the Discovery Channel’s hit series “Deadliest Catch.”
Capt. Monte Colburn, a lifelong resident of Tahoe and relief captain of “Wizard,” shared some stories and words of wisdom recently at the Tahoe Maritime Museum’s lecture series.
Born in South Lake Tahoe, Colburn and his brother Keith – captain of “Wizard” – moved to the North Shore in the early 1970s, and still call Tahoe home. While the brothers spend the winters crabbing in the Bering Sea, they enjoy the warmer climate of Tahoe each summer.
Cpt. Monte has enjoyed his fair share of adventures working on the crab boats of the Bering Sea, sandwiched between Russia and the United States with the Arctic to the north and the Pacific to the south. Last season he suffered two broken ribs, but has back on “Wizard” after only two weeks.
While he says that he now enjoys the competitive side of crabbing, he didn’t always enjoy it. “I had my first trip, I hated it, I hated my brother for getting me the job,” he says with a laugh. “I got the first check and said I could do it again.”
Despite the physical demands of the job, Cpt. Monte says it’s a job he’s enjoyed since his brother got him his first job on a crab boat in the mid-1980s. He then proceeded to fall into the sea between two crab boats and after hoisting himself onto a buoy, decided to call for help to get back on the ship in case his attempt wasn’t successful.
He worked on “Juno” from the early to late-90s before joining “Wizard” about 10 years ago. “Wizard” has been featured as part of “The Deadliest Catch” for the last three seasons.
“Wizard” is a 155-foot crab boat that began its life as a Navy yard oiler, giving her a large hold that can hold 450,000 lbs. of crab. There is an eight-person crew including Monte as relief captain and his brother Keith as captain, along with first mate, engineer and deck hands. “Wizard” works 24-hours-a-day, with two guys always in their bunks, rotating every six hours.
“Once we start fishing, we don’t stop,” he says.
“The Bering Seas has a way of swallowing people … it takes them in many ways,” Monte said after being asked about the death of Cpt. Phil Harris of “Cornelia Marie” in February from a stroke. Monte says crabbing can be a dangerous job, but the lifestyle, the stress and the poor diets aboard the boats also can threaten their lives. He noted that they are making more of an effort aboard “Wizard” to prepare healthy dinners.
Discovery Channel begin shooting the series in 2005, and off the more than 200 crab boats in the fleet, the few featured in the first season were chosen because they were willing to put up with the camera crew, Monte says. Discovery wasn’t paying, and most of the boats that they approached didn’t want to take on the crews, and care for and feed them. A few said yes and were featured in the early seasons.
“They are in the way … but, they’re all good guys,” Monte said of having the camera crew on board. But, he said almost all of them are extreme cameramen, some of whom have been to the Himalayas, and can handle the harsh conditions.
“The Deadliest Catch” is now seen in 135 countries and has been recognized all over the world from the show, which shoots 18 episodes each year.
“A lot of people don’t get a lot of adventure in their lives,” Monte said of the show’s popularity, where fans can enjoy the adventure he lives.
While the Bering Sea calls Monte to its waters each year, Lake Tahoe calls him home every summer, where he lives from the spring to mid-August.
“I can’t imagine a better place to grow up and also to reside,” he says.
Another crab boat captain that also lived in Tahoe once told him: “When it comes to Tahoe, all our called, but few are chosen.”
These are just a few of the tales Monte shared in a riveting talk at the museum. If you missed it, visit http://www.discovery.com/ where you can see video clips from past seasons. The sixth season is currently airing on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. Visit the Web site for a schedule.
Capt. Monte Colburn, a lifelong resident of Tahoe and relief captain of “Wizard,” shared some stories and words of wisdom recently at the Tahoe Maritime Museum’s lecture series.
Born in South Lake Tahoe, Colburn and his brother Keith – captain of “Wizard” – moved to the North Shore in the early 1970s, and still call Tahoe home. While the brothers spend the winters crabbing in the Bering Sea, they enjoy the warmer climate of Tahoe each summer.
Cpt. Monte has enjoyed his fair share of adventures working on the crab boats of the Bering Sea, sandwiched between Russia and the United States with the Arctic to the north and the Pacific to the south. Last season he suffered two broken ribs, but has back on “Wizard” after only two weeks.
While he says that he now enjoys the competitive side of crabbing, he didn’t always enjoy it. “I had my first trip, I hated it, I hated my brother for getting me the job,” he says with a laugh. “I got the first check and said I could do it again.”
Despite the physical demands of the job, Cpt. Monte says it’s a job he’s enjoyed since his brother got him his first job on a crab boat in the mid-1980s. He then proceeded to fall into the sea between two crab boats and after hoisting himself onto a buoy, decided to call for help to get back on the ship in case his attempt wasn’t successful.
He worked on “Juno” from the early to late-90s before joining “Wizard” about 10 years ago. “Wizard” has been featured as part of “The Deadliest Catch” for the last three seasons.
“Wizard” is a 155-foot crab boat that began its life as a Navy yard oiler, giving her a large hold that can hold 450,000 lbs. of crab. There is an eight-person crew including Monte as relief captain and his brother Keith as captain, along with first mate, engineer and deck hands. “Wizard” works 24-hours-a-day, with two guys always in their bunks, rotating every six hours.
“Once we start fishing, we don’t stop,” he says.
“The Bering Seas has a way of swallowing people … it takes them in many ways,” Monte said after being asked about the death of Cpt. Phil Harris of “Cornelia Marie” in February from a stroke. Monte says crabbing can be a dangerous job, but the lifestyle, the stress and the poor diets aboard the boats also can threaten their lives. He noted that they are making more of an effort aboard “Wizard” to prepare healthy dinners.
Discovery Channel begin shooting the series in 2005, and off the more than 200 crab boats in the fleet, the few featured in the first season were chosen because they were willing to put up with the camera crew, Monte says. Discovery wasn’t paying, and most of the boats that they approached didn’t want to take on the crews, and care for and feed them. A few said yes and were featured in the early seasons.
“They are in the way … but, they’re all good guys,” Monte said of having the camera crew on board. But, he said almost all of them are extreme cameramen, some of whom have been to the Himalayas, and can handle the harsh conditions.
“The Deadliest Catch” is now seen in 135 countries and has been recognized all over the world from the show, which shoots 18 episodes each year.
“A lot of people don’t get a lot of adventure in their lives,” Monte said of the show’s popularity, where fans can enjoy the adventure he lives.
While the Bering Sea calls Monte to its waters each year, Lake Tahoe calls him home every summer, where he lives from the spring to mid-August.
“I can’t imagine a better place to grow up and also to reside,” he says.
Another crab boat captain that also lived in Tahoe once told him: “When it comes to Tahoe, all our called, but few are chosen.”
These are just a few of the tales Monte shared in a riveting talk at the museum. If you missed it, visit http://www.discovery.com/ where you can see video clips from past seasons. The sixth season is currently airing on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. Visit the Web site for a schedule.
(Photos: Cpt. Monte Colburn)
Monday, July 12, 2010
"Miss Tahoe" rides
One of the benefits of membership to the Tahoe Maritime Museum is a ride aboard the classic wooden boat "Miss Tahoe," for membership starting at the $100 level.
Rides are offered every Thursday and Sunday through Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. I enjoyed an evening cruise on Lake Tahoe on "Miss Tahoe," and it's a joy not to be missed.
You can reach the museum at (530) 525-9253. Or, visit www.tahoemaritimemusuem.org.
Rides are offered every Thursday and Sunday through Aug. 29 at 5 p.m. I enjoyed an evening cruise on Lake Tahoe on "Miss Tahoe," and it's a joy not to be missed.
You can reach the museum at (530) 525-9253. Or, visit www.tahoemaritimemusuem.org.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Capt. Monte at Maritime Museum
Capt. Monte Colburn, the relief captain and mate, aboard the fishing boat “Wizard” featuring on the hit Discovery Channel series “Deadliest Catch,” will be the guest speaker on June 24 at 5:30 p.m. as part of the Tahoe Maritime Museum’s summer lecture series.Colburn, a resident of Incline Village, will share stories from his life on the high seas during what is sure to be a fascinating talk. Refreshments will be served at 5 p.m. The lecture series is $8 for adults and free for children under 12. For more about the series, visit www.discovery.com.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Opening Day on the Lake
Memorial Day marks the kick off of the summer season in Tahoe, and the West Shore Association hosts a weekend full of events to commemorate the start of the boating season with Opening Day on the Lake from May 27 to 31.
This five-day extravaganza features everything from barbecues and deck opening parties to museum and historic site tours, open houses and the much-anticipated Sea Plane Splash In, an event enjoyed from the beach or on your boat. For details, visit www.tahoewestshoreassoc.com.
May 27: Tonight features the kick off of the Tahoe Maritime Museum’s lecture series featuring a presentation on sea planes and the significance on Lake Tahoe history with Lou Reinkens and fellow aviation enthusiasts at 5 p.m. Cost is $8 for adults and free for children under 12. Call (530) 525-9253.
May 28: The day kicks off with the annual West Shore Clean up from 8 a.m. to noon starting from the Homewood North Lodge, followed by a Deck Opening Party at Sunnyside Resort from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a live band and raffle from 2 to 6 p.m. Chamber’s Landing hosts its annual Pier Opening Party from 5 p.m. to closing. Both restaurants offer options to pull your boat up for a bite to eat or a drink, with limited space at Sunnyside.
May 29-31: Tahoma Meadows Bed & Breakfast hosts a reservation-only breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. each day. Call (530) 525-1553.
Everyone can enjoy tours of the Ehrman Mansion at Sugar Pine Point State Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and at Vikingsholm Castle at Emerald Bay State Park from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. JMA/Homewood Mountain Resort hosts an Open House at the Preview Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. And, the Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts a guided tour at 2 p.m. free with admission for $5 or free for members and kids under 12 on Saturday and Sunday.
Obexer’s General Store hosts a Grand Opening Barbecue from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and the Bridgetender hosts its Patio Opening Party at 4 p.m. on Saturday.
May 30: Sunnyside starts the day with a Standup Paddleboard Relay Race at 9 a.m. to benefit Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships. Register at 8 a.m. for $25 per person or $10 for kids under 12.
Swiss Lakewood hosts a Wine Dinner featuring wines from John and Lane Giguiere from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Call (530) 525-5211 for reservations.
May 31: The Pre Splash-In Breakfast is from 7 to 10 a.m. at Obexer’s General Store, followed by a reservation-only breakfast at Tahoma Meadows B&B from 8 to 10 a.m. Call (530) 525-1553. Rideout Community Center hosts an Open House from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There will be a free Standup Paddleboarding demo from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Obexer’s Marina, with the Mike Brown Seaplane Splash-In from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by the Fly-In Barbecue at Obexer’s General Store from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Fly By Finale is from 1 to 1:30 p.m. from Obexer’s.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Maritime Lecture Series
Tahoe Maritime Museum kicks off its summer lecture series on May 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. with a presentation on sea planes and their significance in Lake Tahoe history presented by Lou Reinkens and fellow aviation enthusiasts.
The eight-part series runs through September with admission $8 for adults and free to children 12 and under. For details, call (530) 525-9523 or visit www.tahoemaritime.org
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Launch Into Summer fundraiser
The Tahoe Maritime Museum in Homewood hosts its Launch Into Summer Celebration and Fundraiser at the museum at 5 p.m. on May 29 with wine, hors d’oeuvres and a cruising auction with limited items.
Tickets are $65 per person and reservations are required by May 15 to info@tahoemaritime.org.
The museum is currently open Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through May 27. Summer hours are from May 28 to Sept. 30 with the museum open Thursday to Tuesday. Admission is $5 for adults and free for members and children under 12. For details, call (530) 525-9253.
Tickets are $65 per person and reservations are required by May 15 to info@tahoemaritime.org.
The museum is currently open Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through May 27. Summer hours are from May 28 to Sept. 30 with the museum open Thursday to Tuesday. Admission is $5 for adults and free for members and children under 12. For details, call (530) 525-9253.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Items sought for water skiing exhibit
The Tahoe Maritime Museum has identified a unique area of Lake Tahoe maritime history that is often over-looked – water skiing. The museum is developing an exhibit to highlight the history of water skiing at the Lake, which will be unveiled this summer.
The museum is interested in hearing from Museum members, supporters and others who are past water-ski champions at various competitive levels, individuals who would like to share their oral history, old home movies, memorabilia, historic photographs and memories of water skiing on the Lake, and from those who own historically accurate ski boats representing the evolution of the boat side of water skiing.
For more information, call the museum at (530) 525-9253 or e-mail info@tahoemaritimemuseum.org.
The museum is interested in hearing from Museum members, supporters and others who are past water-ski champions at various competitive levels, individuals who would like to share their oral history, old home movies, memorabilia, historic photographs and memories of water skiing on the Lake, and from those who own historically accurate ski boats representing the evolution of the boat side of water skiing.
For more information, call the museum at (530) 525-9253 or e-mail info@tahoemaritimemuseum.org.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Maritime Museum open select days
The Tahoe Maritime Museum, featuring guided tours, exhibits and hands-on activities for kids, is open select days through Feb. The Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 8 to 10, Jan. 15 to 17, Feb. 12 to 14 and Feb. 20 to 22.
Admission is $5, and free for members and children 11 and under. (530) 525-9253.
Admission is $5, and free for members and children 11 and under. (530) 525-9253.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Maritime Annex Open House
Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts an Open House at the Truckee Annex from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 5, weather permitting. See vessels and artifications not on display at the Homewood museum.
Located at 10434 River Park Place. Free admission with Toys for Tots donation. $5 adults, free children 12 and under and members. (530) 525-9253.
Located at 10434 River Park Place. Free admission with Toys for Tots donation. $5 adults, free children 12 and under and members. (530) 525-9253.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Maritime museum unveils photos
Tahoe Maritime Museum unveils a display of select 1960 photos by official 1960 Olympic photographer and long-time resident Bill Briner, with a presentation by Briner on Aug. 27 at 5:30 p.m. Refreshments served at 5 p.m. (530) 525-9253.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
"Whiskey" unveiled at museum
Tahoe Maritime Museum unveils the 1935 Gar Wood “Whiskey” on June 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. "Whiskey" is the oldest surviving Gar Wood utility boat on display at the museum.
Enjoy an engaging presentation with classic boat historian Brian Robinson, award-winning restorer Tony Brown of Western Runabouts and previous owners Nancy Cunningham and George and Clare Schmitt.
Refreshments will be served. $15, $12 museum members. (530) 525-9523.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Sub explores Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Maritime Museum (http://www.tahoemaritimemuseum.org/) presents Submarine Exploration in Lake Tahoe by Scott Cassell, President of the Undersea Voyager Project (http://www.underseavoyager.org/), May 7, 5 - 7PM. $10 with light refreshments served.
The Undersea Voyager Project’s (UVP) mission is to circumnavigate and study the Earth's oceans at depths of 100–1,000 feet utilizing human piloted submersibles. UVP will advance and communicate scientific understanding of the oceans and human impact on the marine environment to a global audience.
Hear from charismatic Scott Cassell about UVP’s first in-water activity with “Great White,” a manned submersible that will dive for 6 weeks in Lake Tahoe this summer and travel 100 miles along Lake Tahoe. Great White will perform water quality testing and will search for animal life, shipwrecks and signs of pollution. The scientists will also perform vibra-core sampling of the three earthquake faults. The Project’s findings will be broadcast to classrooms all over the world.
The Undersea Voyager Project’s (UVP) mission is to circumnavigate and study the Earth's oceans at depths of 100–1,000 feet utilizing human piloted submersibles. UVP will advance and communicate scientific understanding of the oceans and human impact on the marine environment to a global audience.
Hear from charismatic Scott Cassell about UVP’s first in-water activity with “Great White,” a manned submersible that will dive for 6 weeks in Lake Tahoe this summer and travel 100 miles along Lake Tahoe. Great White will perform water quality testing and will search for animal life, shipwrecks and signs of pollution. The scientists will also perform vibra-core sampling of the three earthquake faults. The Project’s findings will be broadcast to classrooms all over the world.
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