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 Truckee, California - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Truckee was named after the Paiute chief named Truckee.
Truckee is where the Donner Party was snowbound and resorting to cannibalism.
The four closest large ski resorts to Truckee are Squaw Valley, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Alpine Meadows and Sugar Bowl.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Truckee,_California   (586 words)

  
 Truckee Notables
Richardson was one of the earliest pioneer citizens of Truckee and one of its wealthiest.
Robinson was one of the earliest lawmen in Truckee.
Truckee's most famous sheriff and constable who was known for enforcing the law with a pick handle instead of a gun.
truckeehistory.tripod.com /history11.htm   (4152 words)

  
 Truckee History
Wagon trains heading west passed through the area as early as 1844, but Truckee’s first white settler was Joseph Gray who built Gray’s Station in 1863, and gave his name briefly to the settlement.
The town’s name was changed to Coburn Station, and to Truckee in 1868 during the rebuilding that followed a major fire.
Truckee seems to be an Anglicization of a Paiute Indian term.
www.ncgold.com /History/TrckeHis.html   (518 words)

  
 Town of Truckee - Employment Opportunities
The Town of Truckee is seeking candidates with a combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as a mid-manager for the Police Department.
Truckee is known as a wonderful family community with an excellent school system.
Truckee has a permanent population of nearly 15,000, but a large number of tourists and second home owners visit us throughout the year.
www.townoftruckee.com /emp.html   (1176 words)

  
 Truckee Jail Museum
Truckee’s historic jail museum is one of only a few surviving 19th century jailhouses of its kind in the West and one of the few remaining original buildings in Truckee.
The Truckee Donner Historical Society asked for and received permission from Nevada County to convert the building into a town museum.
The Old Jail museum is truly the gem in the crown of Truckee’s historic district and should not be missed by anyone with a love of history.
truckeehistory.tripod.com /jailmuseum.htm   (797 words)

  
 TMDL Case Study - Truckee River, Nevada
Water flow in the Truckee River is highly regulated, and the demand for water often exceeds the supply.
DSSAM was applied to the Truckee as a steady-state model; that is, river and tributary flows were assumed to be constant during the individual time periods of the model (Brock et.
Washoe County and the local Airport Authority are investigating the use of constructed wetlands to reduce nutrient and sediment loads to the Truckee and its tributaries.
www.epa.gov /OWOW/tmdl/cs13/cs13.htm   (2667 words)

  
 GeoParent | Local | San Francisco Bay Area: Truckee - Gateway to the Sierra Nevada
Paralleling the road on the left as you head east are rows of storefronts, vintage Victorians, the Truckee Hotel and a few churches nearly as old as the town itself.
A sleek, 1940's era, stainless steel diner built in Pennsylvania, it was moved across the country to its present location in 1995, a unique feat that's documented in a series of newspaper articles and photographs along the back corridor of the diner.
Truckee and the surrounding areas are a paradise for families who enjoy year round outdoor recreational activities.
geoparent.com /local/sfbayarea/features/truckee.htm   (1556 words)

  
 Truckee Lake Tahoe Real Estate Sightseeing Tour
In addition we have the Truckee Air Show, Dog Sled Races and Truckee Rodeo which are big favorites with locals and visitors from all over the country.
Truckee got its name way back in 1844 when a friendly Paiute Indian named "Tro-Kay" offered to guide the Murphy-Stephens-Townsend party west through what now is Reno and Truckee.
In fact, Truckee was an Indian Chief and the father of Winnemucca.
www.2ctahoe.com /truckee.htm   (509 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Truckee River   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Truckee River is a river, 140 mi (225 km) long, in northern California and northern Nevada in the United States.
It flows generally northwest through the mountains to Truckee, California, then turns sharply to the east and flows into Nevada, past Reno and Sparks and along the northern end of the Carson Range.
At Fernley it turns north, flowing along the east side of the Pah Rah Range and entering the southern end of Pyramid Lake, a remnant of prehistoric Lake Lahontan, in southern Washoe County in the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Truckee-River   (334 words)

  
 Truckee, California
Truckee is located along the original section of the Donner Pass Road, though Interstate-80 has long since whisked travelers around the charms of the historic
The town is located along the upper reach of the Truckee River, the outlet to Lake Tahoe, at an elevation of nearly 6,000 feet.
Later, the building of the transcontinental railroad put Truckee on the map, and the economy boomed around mining, timber and ice that was harvested and sent to San Francisco.
www.greatstreets.org /MainStreets/MainTruckee.html   (543 words)

  
 Truckee News
Timothy Brooks of Truckee was denied bail Tuesday after a judge declined to rule on the matter.
One of Truckee's historical monuments is often overlooked as hundreds pass by it everyday.
The Truckee Tahoe Airport board did not made a decision on whether to accept or deny federal grants last week, but did decide to hire an aviation lawyer to advise it on the obligations that come along with...
www.topix.net /city/truckee-ca   (1197 words)

  
 Truckee Real Estate Homes for Sale in Lake Tahoe County California Realtor A Top Realtor
Prompted by the growing number of rural residents in American mountain towns in the Rockies and Northwest states are the fastest growing areas in the country.This national magazine has validated what many Truckee residents already know, this town is one the best mountain places to live in the nation.
Small town (estimated population is 13,000 residents in Truckee) atmosphere and abundant recreation choices make the Lake Tahoe/Truckee area a good place to live and enjoy the benefits of seasonal business opportunities.
Truckee is also a good choice for families who want to raise children away from the big city, with educational opportunities ranging from K-12 to the university level.
www.truckee-real-estate.net   (536 words)

  
 Exploring The Truckee River
Many local anglers (probably most) resent the fact that the best part of the Truckee is controlled by "flatlanders," and these anglers probably resent even more the fact that trespassers are arrested on the spot by roaming patrols armed with handcuffs, radios, and night-vision goggles.
It is not uncommon for the Truckee River water temperature to swing from the low 50s (F.) in the morning to the upper 70s on any August day.
The River Ranch to Trout Creek (east of Truckee) stretch is freestone water with a mild gradient.
napavalleyflyfishermen.com /pages/articles/exploringtruckee.html   (3060 words)

  
 Suspended Sediment Analysis of Middle Truckee River   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
In that project, it was determined that additional field data, coupled with continuously-recorded tubidity data collected by the State of California Division of Water Resources (DWR), could improve the estimate of annual sediment load from the watershed.
DRI's principal goal in this project is to estimate the sediment load for the Truckee River in California, and to characterize the existing range of sediment flux and variability according to total amount, maximum, duration, timing and frequency of sediment transport events.
It is our working hypothesis that the natural range of the aforementioned characteristics of sediment loading support the beneficial uses of the Truckee River, and that loads outside the natural range of variability are damaging to beneficial uses.
www.truckee.dri.edu /tmdl/tmdl.html   (248 words)

  
 Welcome to Soar Truckee
Soar Truckee, located in scenic Lake Tahoe, California, nestles in a valley of the Sierra Mountains, just three miles south of Interstate 80, at an elevation of 5,900'.
Soar Truckee also offers an on-site bunkhouse, shower, flush toilets and both on-site and adjacent camping facilities.
The historical old railway town of Truckee, and the Northstar-at-Tahoe resort are both nearby click here for more info on accommodations.
www.soartruckee.com   (323 words)

  
 Rafting the Truckee River in California
The Truckee is great beginner run if your in North Lake Tahoe, Truckee, or Reno and looking for something fun to do on a hot summer day.
Water is released from the far end of the lake at a dam which controls the lake level and provides reliable summer releases.
The Truckee River runs through Reno, which is the site of the new whitewater park.
www.c-w-r.com /rivers/truckee.html   (442 words)

  
 Truckee Vacation Rentals, Hotels, Weather, Map and Attractions
Downtown Truckee is filled with boutiques and art galleries, and dining runs the gamut from casual pubs to five-star restaurants.
Accommodations in Truckee range from a historic hotel in town complete with claw-foot tubs and antiques to cabins and cottages along the lake.
Nestled between the Sierra Nevada peaks, the towns of Truckee and Graeagle, and the Donner Lake region, often gets an inversion, whereby cold air is trapped overnight, thus the reason for the extreme cold temperatures in the very early morning hours - even in summertime.
www.californiavacation.com /regions/Truckee-California.html   (562 words)

  
 Janie Sharp - Home - Truckee, CA - Lake Tahoe California/Nevada
Truckee is a town with character and a rich history, located just east of Donner Pass along Interstate 80.
Just thirteen miles north of Lake Tahoe, one of the country's premier destinations, Truckee offers not only the relaxed mountain lifestyle, but easy access to a multitude of recreational activities.
In addition, Truckee is centrally located between Reno and Sacramento, allowing for year-round access and the potential for easy commutes.
www.janiesharp.com   (173 words)

  
 Truckee Houses and Homes For Sale as Real Estate Nevada County
Truckee is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, just west of the Nevada state line.
Truckee is the gateway to the North Lake Tahoe resort areas of Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Incline Village, and various ski resorts including Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows and Northstar-at-Tahoe.
Top, local expert real estate agents and Realtors in Truckee, and surrounding cities in CA will respond to your request for information for buying or selling homes and other real estate.
www.tahoe-city-homes-for-sale.com /truckee.htm   (560 words)

  
 Truckee Scouting Home Page
This website is dedicated to the various scouting programs in Truckee, CA.
This website is maintained by local members of the Truckee scouting community.
If you are a member of the Truckee Scouting community and would like to add your own web pages to this site, please contact the Webmaster for additional information.
www.truckee-scouting.org   (322 words)

  
 Reno Fly Shop | Truckee River Outfitters | Our Shops
Truckee River Outfitters is our seasonal (May 1 - September 30) full service fly shop located in historic Truckee, California.
Truckee River Outfitters - From I-80 eastbound, take the Central Truckee Exit, turn right and the shop is.3 miles on the left.
From I-80 westbound, take the Central Truckee Exit, turn left on to Donner Pass Road and the shop is.4 miles on the left in "old downtown" Truckee.
www.renoflyshop.com /ourshops.html   (341 words)

  
 USNS Truckee (T-AO 147)
Decommissioned in 1991, the TRUCKEE was stricken from the Navy list on July 18, 1994, and is now berthed at the James River Reserve Fleet, Fort Eustis, Va., awaiting final disposal.
USS WASP (CVS 18) and the USS TRUCKEE are badly damaged in a collision during underway replenishment.
The TRUCKEE has minor superstructur damage, while the YELLOWSTONE sustains a two-foot gash in the hull on the portside.
navysite.de /ao/ao147.htm   (157 words)

  
 USS Truckee crew networking site   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
We are dedicated to working closely with the USS Truckee Reunion Association to insure everyone in our data base receives reunion information.
There will be another "USS Truckee Reunion" held in October, 2006 thanks to the efforts and hard work of the reunion committee.
This information was sent to me by Larry Browndyke: A couple of items to note the Truckee originally had 2 5" 38's and 6 3" 50's.
mywebpages.comcast.net /sklewis22   (1192 words)

  
 Truckee
Near the crest of Donner Pass on Interstate 80, Truckee is surrounded by history.
Commerce in Truckee features distinctive shops, excellent restaurants, fun bars and cozy inns, all in a town that proudly retains its Old West flavor.
It’s no wonder that Truckee is considered one of the top 10 mountain towns in the country to live in and visit.
www.tahoe.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=COMMUNITY06   (151 words)

  
 MyNevadaCounty - Government - Truckee   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Northern Nevada H.O.P.E.S. is a non-profit, specialty clinic which provides outpatient medical care, education, and services for HIV positive individuals in northern Nevada and eastern California.
The Sierra Sun is the twice-weekly newspaper for Truckee, eastern Nevada County and the North Lake Tahoe region.
Just as many early pioneers followed the Emigrant Trail through Truckee, visitors today make their way to the natural beauty of the Truckee area, high in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
new.mynevadacounty.com /Truckee/index.cfm   (543 words)

  
 Truckee River Yacht Club - Protect, Restore & Enjoy the Truckee River
The Truckee River springs from the crystal clear waters of Lake Tahoe on a hundred and ten mile journey to Pyramid Lake, the home of cut throat trout and endangered cui ui fish.
Work up and down the Truckee River on was aided by 60 plus volunteers who "wrapped" trees, picked up trash, pruned trees and shrubs, cleaned benches and water fountains, and painted bridges (yes indeed).
Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got a hold of for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.
www.truckeeriver.org   (554 words)

  
 Truckee Rotary Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Rotary Club of Truckee enjoys a membership of nearly 100 members that are active, share a compelling sense of duty to their community and promote a high level of camaraderie.
We nurture the character of our club and each Rotarian expects nothing less of themselves and fellow members than participation in our events, fundraisers, and service projects, leading to a goal of 100% overall participation.
The Rotary Club of Truckee was chartered on February 14, 1979.
www.truckeerotary.org   (123 words)

  
 Truckee River
This pape was first posted in about 7/95 so there are a few mentions of the old drought (circa early 90s) and a few comments about how things have changed or not over the past 5 years.
Eventually the Truckee empties into Pyramid Lake, but this is another story.
Major access to this fine area is along Glenshire Road and the railroad on the north bank of the Truckee.
www-leland.stanford.edu /~yesavage/Truckee.html   (1064 words)

  
 The Truckee River: Links
An overview and chronological history of the Truckee River from April 1997.
If you want to do the cool things in the skiing world, this is a list of 100 of them- number 60 being the most committing.
Dave's, a ski gear shop,is in Truckee, King's Beach, Squaw Valley and their original store in Tahoe City.
www.jour.unr.edu /river/riv_links.html   (707 words)

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