Style Magazine - January 2021
I’ll never look at the number “2020” the same again. What once was the name of my favorite Friday night show (“This is 20/20…”) will forever be associated with the year face masks became a must-have accessory, parties were avoided like the plague, and weekends became wide open. Certainly, I’m not alone in these sentiments either. The events of 2020 were trying and unlike anything any of us—even my 100-year-old grandma—have ever experienced. On the bright side, it’s the hard times, hard years, that force us to press pause and often where the greatest lessons are learned. When all is said and done, we will (hopefully) emerge from this experience stronger and more compassionate—with a few new hobbies and better hygiene! No doubt the year ahead is going to present its own set of challenges, but it’s a new year nonetheless, and a prime time to hit the reset button. And what better way to do so than in true New Year’s fashion by setting some health-related resolutions? Turn to page 28 for 15 ways to make 2021 your healthiest year yet. From “knowing your numbers” by getting bloodwork done, to taking a daily probiotic, and practicing mindfulness meditation, the underlying theme of each suggestion is the same: Self-care is health care. Finally, in our feature story, “Winter Wonderland” (page 54), we share places to go and things to see and savor this season, from “souper” soups to the (literal) hottest patios in town—ensuring a warm, wonderful winter for all. As we journey into these next 365 days, uncertain of what lies ahead, let’s take this newfound resilience and resourcefulness and make 2021 our most positive and productive year yet. Cheers! —Megan megan@stylemg.com
I’ll never look at the number “2020” the same again. What once was the name of my favorite Friday night show (“This is 20/20…”) will forever be associated with the year face masks became a must-have accessory, parties were avoided like the plague, and weekends became wide open. Certainly, I’m not alone in these sentiments either. The events of 2020 were trying and unlike anything any of us—even my 100-year-old grandma—have ever experienced.
On the bright side, it’s the hard times, hard years, that force us to press pause and often where the greatest lessons are learned. When all is said and done, we will (hopefully) emerge from this experience stronger and more compassionate—with a few new hobbies and better hygiene!
No doubt the year ahead is going to present its own set of challenges, but it’s a new year nonetheless, and a prime time to hit the reset button. And what better way to do so than in true New Year’s fashion by setting some health-related resolutions? Turn to page 28 for 15 ways to make 2021 your healthiest year yet. From “knowing your numbers” by getting bloodwork done, to taking a daily probiotic, and practicing mindfulness meditation, the underlying theme of each suggestion is the same: Self-care is health care.
Finally, in our feature story, “Winter Wonderland” (page 54), we share places to go and things to see and savor this season, from “souper” soups to the (literal) hottest patios in town—ensuring a warm, wonderful winter for all.
As we journey into these next 365 days, uncertain of what lies ahead, let’s take this newfound resilience and resourcefulness and make 2021 our most positive and productive year yet. Cheers!
—Megan
megan@stylemg.com
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winter WINTER WONDER<br />
LAND!<br />
WONDER<br />
LAND!<br />
Squaw Valley<br />
Alpine Meadows<br />
WINTER SPORT SAFETY<br />
DURING COVID-19<br />
COURTESY OF THE CITY OF COLFAX<br />
While each resort in the Tahoe<br />
and Reno area are handling their<br />
operations a bit differently, keep<br />
these general changes in mind.<br />
Northstar California Resort<br />
Tahoe Adventure Company<br />
Online Reservations<br />
Most resorts are not selling same-day<br />
on-site ski passes. Be sure to purchase<br />
your pass in advance.<br />
Limited Numbers on the Slopes<br />
Ski and snow play areas are reducing<br />
numbers and spreading people out to<br />
allow for social distancing. Translate:<br />
demand may exceed space available.<br />
Outdoor and Tailgate Dining<br />
To avoid crowded lodges, many ski<br />
destinations are offering takeout<br />
options for outdoor and tailgate dining.<br />
Household Members Only on<br />
Chair Lifts<br />
Depending on where you ski or board,<br />
be prepared for household members<br />
only on chair lifts.<br />
Private or Limited Group Lessons<br />
Expect limited, pre-booked lessons<br />
with an emphasis on private lessons.<br />
Contactless Lift Entry<br />
RFID gates are being used more<br />
frequently at chair lifts, which allows<br />
for contactless lift ticket entry.<br />
Plan Ahead, Stay Over,<br />
Arrive Early<br />
Now more than ever, getting to the<br />
snow early has great importance.<br />
If you’re planning a Tahoe-Reno ski<br />
holiday this winter or early spring,<br />
plan ahead and consider adding a<br />
conservative and COVID-sensitive stop<br />
on the way in less-touristy locales like<br />
Colfax, Placerville, or Hope Valley.<br />
Tube Tahoe features over 500 feet of<br />
tube-able snow that’s open to riders of<br />
all levels. General admission is $45 ($35<br />
for kids 12 and under; $15 for 3-5-yearolds)<br />
and includes a tube rental of two<br />
hours. Hold on and get ready for a totally<br />
tubular time! 3021 US-50, South Lake<br />
Tahoe, 530-600-2304, tubetahoe.com<br />
Get moving with Tahoe Adventure<br />
Company! They offer activities yearround,<br />
including guided snowshoe<br />
tours (rated easy to moderate)<br />
that—depending on snow level and<br />
conditions—last between two and<br />
five miles and run $80 per person.<br />
If you’re looking for even more of a<br />
spectacle, take part in their Full Moon<br />
Snowshoe Tour or Sunset Snowshoe<br />
Adventure for $75. All prices include<br />
snowshoes, poles, permit fees, and<br />
knowledgeable guides. 530-913-9212,<br />
tahoeadventurecompany.com<br />
There’s a surplus of Sno-Parks in<br />
California (18 total!) with the majority<br />
of them being close to home. There<br />
you can enjoy a variety of activities<br />
including cross-country skiing, dog<br />
sledding, snowmobiling, and various<br />
types of snow play. Each park is unique<br />
to what they offer, but day-use permits<br />
must be purchased per vehicle for<br />
$5 each or you can buy a $25 season<br />
permit that’s good through May 30. ohv.<br />
parks.ca.gov/snoparks<br />
Photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.<br />
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