Boating and Boot Juice...

Nothing says "Lake Tahoe" quite like boating with Bob and Jenny. These two know how to make unforgettable memories. Wow.

You know when the first thing you see, starting out, is a bald eagle that it is going to be an exceptional day. Not that I had any doubts!

Our sole goal was to get out and just be in Emerald Bay.

When experiencing life in the Sierra, John Muir said it best, "Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt."

It's also a good day when you can hug an old growth tree.

Bob's love is flowers while Jenny's is birds. Walking with them is quite the neck exercise (look down, look up, etc.). What fun to have their expertise of identifying. It's hiking with experts.

While the desired bird was elusive, this Stream Orchid was a find. Gorgeous flowers were plentiful.

Feet in the cool bay concluded this visit. On to the next stop...

Valhalla Tahoe hosts free Concerts on the Lawn on select Sundays. The timing for this one could not have been more ideal.

Oh my gosh, what band. From their bio, "Boot Juice hails from the Hills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in Northern California. The band features electric and acoustic guitars, three vocalists, bass, drums, saxophone and trumpet. Inspired by the likes of The Band and Railroad Earth with an intensely energetic show reminiscent of Talking Heads, Boot Juice has been gaining buzz with their vibrant performances and party-sparking reputation. Shifting effortlessly between driving bluegrass and americana into cosmic rock’n’roll and swing. They deliver three part vocal harmonies and dynamic instrumental arrangements with a sultry dose of blues and soul. The collective effect leaves crowds little choice but to shake it down on the dance floor."