QUOTE(strawman @ Mar 19 2010, 06:09 PM) 
We lived on the north shore of Lake Tahoe (Tahoe City) from 2000-04, so we know the Tahoe Basin pretty well. I'm sure Nancy would like to participate in at least one day hike, and there's a great rock-n-dirt one off Highway 89 / Luther Pass toward Markleeville. We could easily spend 2-4 hours on that hike, depending on how far you wanna go. Another sweet (granite) hike is the Eagle/Velma Lakes trail near Emerald Bay; since it is a west-shore location, it will probably have more snow than Luther Pass. Both of these locations are a ~30 minute drive from Harvey's, and either will provide sweeping views of Lake Tahoe. Let me know if you're interested.
Geoff
Mary and I are bringing hiking boots, so if you want some company on a short trip up the mountainside we are up for it. 2-4 hours sounds just about right!
We are staying at the Montbleu and will be arriving late Thursday evening for registration.
Hopefully there will still be a little beer in the keg.
Our plane leaves in 3 hours, landing at SFO after midnight.
A number of activities planned in the south bay area before heading to the mountains.
