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Northstar
Tour Description: Come take advantage of the Tahoe dark skis this winter with star guide and poet Tony Berendsen during Star Gazing Snowshoe Tours at Northstar California. Every tour is as different as the starry skies above however each will include a poem reading, a fun space quiz, a laser tour of the stars and constellations, a telescopic viewing using top of the line Celestron telescopes and wine and hot cider around a fire pit. All tours will begin at 5 p.m. and will depart from the Cross Country Ski, Telemark Snowshoe Center. During the 2 to 2.5 hour tour, Tony will lead you through some of our snowshoe trails including challenging, rolling terrain all while chatting about the wonders of the sky. After, you will snowshoe back to the Cross Country Ski, Telemark Snowshoe Center for the laser tour, telescope viewing, wine and hot cider around one of our fire pits. After you have had time to relax, the group will snowshoe down the last .5 mile to the Village at Northstar where the tour will end. Dogs on leashes are welcome!

Information: Please make sure to wear warm and waterproof shoes and clothing. We recommend snow boots to keep your feet warm and multiple layers of clothing so you can adjust for your temperature during the hike. You are welcome to bring your own snowshoes, or there will be snowshoes available for rent. Please give yourself plenty of time to ride the Gondola and check in at the Cross County Ski, Telemark Snowshoe Center located at Mid Mountain. Snowshoes will be available for rental at the Cross Country Center.

Pricing: Adults $50.00, Children $30.00 Ages 10 to 12

Run Time: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Click HERE for booking Information.
or Ask Tony Berendsen a question.
Tahoe Adventure Company
Tour Description: Star gazers unite. Tahoe Adventure Company and Tahoe Star Tours present Snow Shoe Star Tours. Building on the success of our summer series, we have created an exciting new winter option that is sure to impress. This fusion brings you the most dynamic tour of the winter. It all starts with guided sunset snowshoeing, followed by a brilliant tour of the night sky. Our professional, knowledgeable guides will teach you about the natural and human history of the area, while you watch the sun cast a purple alpen glow onto the Sierra. You will trek on our easy to use snowshoes through Tahoes peaceful, wintery forest. You will be guided to a viewing point, where Tony will open your mind to the unknown world above with state of the art Celestron telescopes. Hot drinks and snacks will be served as our Star Tour begins.

Information: Tours are conducted in Tahoe Vista on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Let us guide you to Saturn and back again. Give us a call today to book space on this fantastic trip. This tour is great for kids, teens, and adults, so bring the whole family. Remember to wear warm layered and waterproof clothing. Call Tahoe Adventure Company for ticket information at 866 830.6125 or use the link below.

Pricing: $75.00 includes all gear, hot drinks, snacks, professional guides, and permit fees

Run Time: 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Click HERE for booking Information.
or Ask Tony Berendsen a question.
Tour Schedule
Friday2/17/2012The Hunter and the Hare
Friday3/16/2012The Clusters of Auriga
Tour Schedule
Saturday2/18/2012Taurus the Bull on High
Saturday3/24/2012Regulus and Mars, War in the Sky