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Twas the night before Fishmas . . . Eastern Sierra's Fish Season Opener

4/27/2019

Twas the night before Fishmas and all through the Sierra,
trout in the rivers were filled with sheer terror.

Fishmas, otherwise known as Mono County Fish Season Opening Day (yeah, Fishmas sounds better), is the best day of the year for Eastern Sierra fisherman. Beginning mid-November when trout season closes, fishermen dream of Fishmas, and when New Years rolls around, they spiffy their tackle and make their plans to be there.

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What to do in Mammoth April 22-28

4/22/2019

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Ezakimak -- Named for Mammoth's famed Kamikaze bike race, Ezakimak weaves the Kamikaze bike trail backwards (see what they did there?) from the peak, through the mountain's backside and finishes at Main Lodge. Ezakimak takes participants from Main to the Summit.

Race on foot, cross-country skis, snowshoes, or a fat bike. Just be prepared for the 2000 foot climb, in snow, at dusk and into the dark. Spectators will greet you at the Summit Sunset Party.
https://tinyurl.com/yxzs34hb

Summit Sunset Party -- Hop on the Panorama Gondola (Main Lodge) for the picturesque ride to the Sierra Summit. Then watch the sun set over the Minarets while you wait to cheer on and celebrate with the 11,053' Winter Ezakimak racers as they finish a 5K race.

The top of the mountain will be buzzing with indoor/outdoor fun including the race finish line, music, and food and drink concessions.
https://tinyurl.com/y4k92pky

Mama Mia
Make the drive to Bishop to see Mama Mia, presented by Playhouse395. Catch the cast of locals as they recreate the magical mood and atmosphere of sunny Kalokairi, Greece at Donna's Tavern, Get in some laughs as mayyhem insues when the cast of crazy characters arrive to watch as Sophie gets married. Enjoy the adventure and join in to sing along to all your favorite Abba tunes.

http://www.playhouse395.com/

Shazam (PG 13)
We all have a superhero inside us.
Pet Sematary (R)
A mysterious burial ground hidden deep in the woods near a family's new home.
Wonder Park (PG)
A wildly creative girl's imagination comes alive in Wonder Park.

https://tinyurl.com/y32j28fw

Fishmas
Don't miss the opening day of Mono County's fishing season which is always the last Saturday in April. There are plenty of fun activities including a fun-filled day at Tom's Place including fishing derby with cash prizes, 50/50 raffle for cash, and lots of contest categories. If you head to June Lake, hit the Monster Fish Contest or the Gull Lake Derby. If you head north, check into Annett's Mono Village Fishing Openery Derby.
https://tinyurl.com/y65bfxmm

LAST DAYS TO SAVE ON RENEWALS! Buy your pass before 4/24
Access to 38 world-wide destinations including Mammoth & June. Prices increase on 4/24. Save $30 on annual pass renewals. Stop by any lodge ticket counter for more info.

With Mammoth staying open til July 4, you can start using your pass now and save with summer and winter 2020 fun. Prices increase 4/24.
https://www.ikonpass.com/

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What to do this week April 14-21

4/15/2019

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No matter what you've heard about the Pond Skim, its better than that. Don't miss this outrageous event where crazy-costumed characters attempt to skim a 100 foot freezing cold pond.

Watching is easy but popular, so plan for a racous crowd.

To register to skim, you must be in costume by 8am, at the Canyon Lodge Ticket Lobby. First 50 competitors will get a spot. You must be IN COSTUME. Under 18s must have a parent present.

Sunday, April 21
http://tinyurl.com/y2ba22ca

Shazam (PG 13)
We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. Shazam sets out to test his abilities, but he'll need to master these powers quickly in order to fight deadly forces of evil.
Pet Sematary (R)
Dr. Louis Creed, after relocating with his wife Rachel and their two young children from Boston to rural Maine, discovers a mysterious burial ground hidden deep in the woods near the family's new home.
https://tinyurl.com/y32j28fw

Holy Bowly is an annual international gathering of riders committed to getting as creative as possible on hand-shaped bowls, hips, spines, berms and transitions waiting for all those looking to surf the snow, with the ultimate goal of sharing the true stoke of snowboarding.

Holy Bowly is shredding on a one-of-a-kind custom setup with no rules on how to find the right line.

Private event 4/15-19; Open to public 4/20-21

McCoy Station:
Non-denominational Easter Service

Canyon & Main Lodge:
Helmet decorating
Egg hunts

The Village:
Face Painting
Easter Parade
Photos with Wooly & Easter Bunny
Live Music
http://tinyurl.com/yxll77vq

Kick back with slopeside views at Canyon Lodge’s outdoor Beach Bar, offering all your favorite cold libations.

The party runs from 1-6 pm Fridays and Saturdays throughout the season.

Enjoy food and drink specials, DJ WLDCT spinning from the elevated gondola car and a champagne zip line with toasts of bubbly on the hour, every hour.

Access to 38 world-wide destinations including Mammoth & June. Prices increase on 4/24. Save $30 on annual pass renewals. Stop by any lodge ticket counter for more info.

With Mammoth staying open til July 4, you can start using your pass now and save with summer and winter 2020 fun. Prices increase 4/24.

https://www.ikonpass.com/

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What to do this week in Mammoth Lakes

4/9/2019

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See a Classic Play
Mammoth Lakes Repertory Theatre & Sierra Classic Theatre's production of Tennessee William's "Summer and Smoke"

visitmammoth.com says: "A fragile soul, too delicate for life, is besotted with the boy next door [who] in contrast, is drawn to drink, earthly pleasures, abandon, lust, and in spite of his baser instincts, to Alma. Though her sweetness seems the salve to his depressive self-destruction, the more she dotes, the more viciously he swats her away. The story explores two opposing forces, two sides of human nature: light and dark, saint and sinner, spirit and flesh, and the two flawed people bound together by a love that cannot come to bear. "

Through 4/14
Contains mature themes and material
Tickets, $18/$20 and available at:
www.MammothLakesRepertory.org

Last Run of the XC Season at Tamarack

from visistmammoth.com: "Join us to ski all the groomed tracks on the last Sunday of the season.

Dress up in your craziest costume for a day with friends, food and good cheer.

For those of you who can't fathom skiing all the tracks, there will be 5 different stations with Mardi Gras beads and you'll still be included in the poker hand for prizes.

Potluck lunch will be at 12PM, bring your favorite dish or a $5 donation.

Must have a valid season or trail pass. No registration required."

163 Twin Lakes Road
http://tinyurl.com/y5oyn94f

Buy Your 2019/20 Ikon Pass
Access to 38 world-wide destinations including Mammoth & June. Prices increase on 4/24. Save $30 on annual pass renewals. Stop by any lodge ticket counter for more info.

With Mammoth staying open til July 4, you can start using your pass now and save with summer and winter 2020 fun. Prices increase 4/24.

https://www.ikonpass.com/

Explore Eastern Sierra's Birds

Meet at the BLM on West Line St in Bishop to observe and catalog Eastern Sierra's Birds. All are welcome – these walks are for birders of ALL LEVELS, beginners included! We will bring extra binoculars and field guides to share.

Eastern Sierra Audubon Bird Walk
APRIL 13 @ 8:30 AM
http://tinyurl.com/yy2hl9gf

Go the the Movies @ Mammoth Cinema

Dumbo (PG)Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton - 1 hr. 55 min.

Shazam! (PG13)Zachary Levi, Asher Angel - 2 hr. 12 min

760.934.3131
https://tinyurl.com/y32j28fw

Apres Ski @ Canyon Lodge

Kick back with slopeside views at Canyon Lodge’s outdoor Beach Bar, offering all your favorite cold libations.

The party runs from 1-6 pm Fridays and Saturdays throughout the season.

Enjoy food and drink specials, DJ WLDCT spinning from the elevated gondola car and a champagne zip line with toasts of bubbly on the hour, every hour.

4/12-4/14

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Deep Clean Checklist

4/9/2019

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When I was a teenager with permed hair, neon cropped t-shirts, and Hammer pants, I cleaned villas on Hilton Head Island for pocket money.

Back then, Hilton Head was a sleepy, upscale resort, with a year-around population of 8,000 and a tourist influx of a bazillion high-end tourists each year. Gas was $1.25 a gallon. There was 1 traffic light. But cleaning up after guests was still a chore.

As a college student and young woman, I went on to admin level jobs at hotels and villa complexes and realized how important checklists are to standardize cleaning and maintenance tasks and to ensure quality control.

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What to do in Mammoth March 31-April 7

4/3/2019

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Adventure refined Articles

Twas the night before Fishmas . . . Eastern Sierra's Fish Season Opener

What to do in Mammoth April 22-28

What to do this week April 14-21

What to do this week in Mammoth Lakes

Deep Clean Checklist

What to do in Mammoth March 31-April 7

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