Life
Above the Clouds Keeps Getting Better.
Discover It For Yourself.
Bret Churchman is your Truckee Realtor!
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There
have been many changes in Truckee since it was first known as Gray's Station,
but one thing that hasn't changed is the presence of the railroad.
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Congratulations!
If you're considering a home in Truckee or the North Lake Tahoe area, you've found
some great communities to call home.
A
Place in History
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. Steeped in the history of the Donner Party, the railroad, logging,
and ice-harvesting, Truckee proudly retains much of its Old West flavor... |
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Stop On By
Truckee has flourished,
keeping the allure and charm of the turn-of-the-century town alive. Commercial
Row hints at Truckee’s colorful history along with present-day shops, galleries,
dining establishments and historic buildings. A self-guided walking tour highlights
the "Rocking Stone" and the 1869 Depot Building. Donner Memorial State
Park, home to the Emigrant Trail Museum and the Donner Monument, is a reminder
of the area’s emigrant history. The museum and surrounding grounds give
an astonishing look at the perils of the Donner Party pioneers who were trapped
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A
Recreational Paradise
Truckee is a paradise for the recreational
enthusiast. Outdoor sports are prevalent and easily accessible year `round. Truckee
has something to offer everyone during the Winter. Ice Skating, Nordic Skiing,
Downhill Skiing, and Snowboarding are popular at several internationally famous
ski resorts within easy reach of Truckee. The National Forest Wilderness areas
are home to many winter sports in the Truckee area including, snowmobiling, snowshoeing,
sledding, back-country skiing, and snowplay.
No
Matter What the Season
Spring, summer and fall activities
in the Truckee area span the gamut of one’s imagination. Visitors to the
area can enjoy camping, boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, windsurfing, rafting,
canoeing and playing on the countless beaches at Donner and Serene Lakes, Boca,
Prosser and Stampede reservoirs, as well as, along the Truckee River. Recreational
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The area in and around Tahoe and Truckee offers
a variety of recreational activities.
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Forest Wilderness
areas during spring, summer and fall months include hiking, mountain biking, rock
climbing, horseback riding, and four wheeling. Other popular activities include
golf, tennis, and rollerblading. For those who love to soar through the skies,
the Truckee area offers balloon, glider, and bi-plane rides, parasailing and bungee
jumping. Special events include the Truckee Sled Dog Races, SNOWFEST!, Windows
on History, 4th of July Parade, Cannibal Cruise Car Show, Railroad Days, the Truckee
Championship Rodeo, and the Donner Party Hike.
Time
in Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake on our continent
and the third deepest lake in North America. Tahoe is 22 miles long and 12 miles
wide with an average depth of 989 feet, and a maximum depth of 1,645 feet. Only
Crater Lake in Oregon & Great Slave Lake in Canada are deeper. |
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The
winter skiing near Tahoe is considered world-class and must be experienced on
any visit.
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Tahoe Facts for Fun
Tahoe contains an estimated 39.75 trillion
gallons of water…enough to cover the entire state of California 14.5 inches
deep, or the state of Texas with 8.5 inches of water. If the Panama Canal which
is 700 feet wide and 50 feet deep encircled the earth at the equator, the water
in Lake Tahoe would fill it completely, and there would be enough left over to
fill another canal with the same width and depth running from San Francisco to
New York. The water that evaporates from Lake Tahoe every 24 hours could supply
the daily requirements of 3.5 million people, yet this evaporation decreases the
Lake's depth by only a tenth of an inch. |
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Water
Way Haven
Lake Tahoe never freezes over due to the constant
movement of water from the bottom to the surface. In the summer, the surface temperature
can rise to around 68 degrees, but in the winter the water temperature remains
a constant 39 degrees as water rises from the depths. There are 63 tributaries
draining in to Tahoe, but only one outlet at the Truckee River in Tahoe City.
Because Lake Tahoe is in both California and Nevada, it is considered an "Interstate
Navigable Waterway" and as such, it is protected by the United States Coast
Guard. |
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January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December | 36¼/16¼
39¼/18¼
44¼/21¼
50¼/26¼
60¼/32¼
69¼/37¼
79¼/43¼
78¼/42¼
70¼/37¼
51¼/31¼
47¼/24¼
40¼/20¼ |
Mean Annual Precipitation
is 30"
Average Annual Rainfall is 8.3"
Mean Annual Snowfall
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Sun Does Shine
Tahoe's climate is typically very dry with low humidity. The sun shines on average
75 percent of the time (274 days), although it has been known to snow in all 12
months. If you're planning a trip to Lake Tahoe pack some shorts & T-shirt,
and some pants and a jacket…you just never know!
Making
the Right Choice
As a real estate professional, Bret believes
it is not only his duty, but a privilege to introduce people to the Truckee and
North Lake Tahoe area and help them make the most of living here. He also knows
that finding your new home is just one of the tasks that face you when you're
making a long distance transaction. His goal is to coordinate everything as smoothly
and efficiently as possible here, while you're continuing to live your life and
work at home. |
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Make
Your Next Move Your Best Move
Of course there's no obligation.
Bret believes in making real estate and the buying and selling process as easy
as possible for everyone involved. To him, that means providing information to
anyone who wants to find out more about the community he loves so much and knows
so well. So, click the "Send Me" button below and order your copy today!
You'll be glad you did! Make Bret Churchman your realtor for Truckee Real Estate
CA!! |
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Information To Make Your Next Move a Success
Bret's special
relocation information package designed for anyone considering a move to the Truckee
and North Lake Tahoe communities is a great place to start. Here are just a few
of the things Bret has included to help you get your move off on the right foot: |
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complete map of the Truckee/Donner Lake area, including all streets and highways. | | • | A
Truckee and North Lake Tahoe information guide, featuring emergency numbers, utilities,
Town and County services, recreation, ski resorts, golf courses and more. |
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A Truckee
Visitor's Guide. |
| • | A
copy of the Mountain Homes supplement to the Sierra Sun Newspaper. | | • |
Plus other current local Truckee and Tahoe
Info Guides. |
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