Lake Tahoe / Truckee Real Estate - Ann Nguyen

Easy New CPR method

Ann Nguyen — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:37:03 +0000

Easy New CPR method

This is very, very important. The Mayo Clinic has just released a video about an easy new CPR method. This easy new CPR method is called Continuous Chest Compression CPR which is easier to learn, easier to do and you don’t have to blow in someone’s mouth. The goal is to generate blood flow to the heart and the brain, no need to count compressions or breaths and no mouth to mouth resuscitation. If you see someone collapses, you can save his or her life by applying this easy new CPR method. First you need to call 911, then start pumping by pressing hard on the sternum & continue until help arrives.

I never master the standard CPR but this easy new CPR method convinces me that I can jump in and help to save someone from cardiac arrest. Just remember that this easy new CPR method is ideal for adults. For children under 8 or in case of respiratory failure or drowning, standard CPR is still the best choice.

Skiing for Schools discounted lift tickets

Ann Nguyen — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:34:08 +0000

Fun in Sun and Snow

Skiing for Schools discounted lift tickets in Tahoe Truckee

Skiing for Schools is one of the programs that ski resorts offer to skiers & snowboarders in the Tahoe Truckee area. On certain dates, skiers & snowboarders can get special discounted lift tickets. All proceeds go directly to the Excellence in Education Foundation.

Tahoe Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation was founded in 1986. The Foundation main purpose was to support & recognize exceptional teachers by awarding them through the Linda Brown Fellows & Star Awards program.

Skiers & Snowboarders can support enhanced educational opportunities for our local students by purchasing the Skiing for Schools discounted lift tickets.

Keep these dates handy for a fun ski day while getting an awesome lift ticket price:

Saturday, December 19 at Sugar Bowl: $25 lift ticket available the week prior at Porters Sports

Sunday, January 3 at Northstar: $25 lift ticket available the week prior at Porters Sports

Saturday & Sunday, January 9 & 10 at Royal Gorge: $15 cross country ski trail pass available the week prior at Porters Sports

Sunday, January 24 at Boreal: $25 lift ticket available the week prior at Porters Sports

Saturday, March 20 at Sugar Bowl: $25 lift ticket available the week prior at Porters Sports

Sunday, March 21 at Homewood: Community Benefit Day ~ special discounted lift ticketsavailable at Homewood ticket booths this day. Call 530.525.2992 for details

Sunday, April 11 at Squaw Valley: $25 lift ticket available the week prior at Porters Sports

Sunday, April 18 at Alpine Meadows: Community Benefit Day ~ special discounted lift tickets available at Alpine Meadows ticket booths this day. Call 530.583.4232 for details

Don’t forget to purchase these special discounted lift tickets in advance at Porters Sports for the Skiing for Schools dates. For Community Benefit Day, you can buy these discounted lift tickets at the ski resorts ticket booths. A limited supply of tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis and will not be available at the resorts the day of event (except for Community Benefit Day).

Take advantage of these generous offers from all the ski resorts, get out and purchase these discounted lift tickets. You can save a lot of money, have a fantastic day on the slope & support Skiing for Schools at the same time.

See you on the slope

Truckee Community Christmas

Ann Nguyen — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:32:52 +0000

It is the time of the year that we all get into the spirit of gratitude for what we have and also the spirit of giving for the less fortunate ones. I will be standing outside Safeway this Sunday December 6 from 1-3pm to help collecting food so please stop by for a chat and make a small donation. Dickson Realty also has barrels collect clean coats & toys in the lobby area so please go through your closets & bring down extra warm coats that you have not worn in a long time. It will help to free some needed storage space and also make a great gift for our cold winter.

Click here for more details on how you can pitch in for Truckee Community Christmas

Updated REO single family listings for the week of 11/25/2009

Ann Nguyen — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:59:40 +0000

There are some new REO single family listings just came on the market including one in Gray’s Crossing. If you have been looking for values in the Tahoe Truckee real estate, take a look at the link below.

REO single family listings in Tahoe Truckee & surrounding areas

Barley dog cookies

Ann Nguyen — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:09:35 +0000

For all you dog lovers out there, I have a very special cookie recipe from my friend, Dot Ferneyhough, that will sure please your beloved pets (and maybe your husbands too as Dot’s husband can attest). So make a double batch to put under the Christmas tree this season.

Barley Dog Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

Makes about 16

• 2 cups barley flour

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oatmeal

• 1/3 cup shredded cheddar

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat or parchment paper; set aside.

2. In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients and about 3 tablespoons water to form a dough. Roll out mixture between two sheets of plastic wrap to 1/4-inch thick; remove plastic wrap and cut out biscuits with a 3 1/2-inch bone-shaped cookie cutter. Reroll scraps and continue cutting out biscuits.

3. Space biscuits 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes until nicely browned and firm.

4. Transfer biscuits to a wire rack. Turn off oven and place biscuits on wire rack in oven overnight. Remove from oven and store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks.

Good news for Truckee homebuyer assistance program

Ann Nguyen — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:21:59 +0000

Truckee Town Council has recently approved a low interest loan program to assist first time homebuyer. With interest rate ranging from 2-3% on a 30-year deferred loan program, this will greatly help home buyer with low to moderate income to get their first home. Applications will be available on December 18 & due February 5.

More details on the Truckee homebuyer assistance program.

Truckee football team won state championship

Ann Nguyen — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:15:56 +0000

It seems as if the whole town of Truckee turned up to watch the state championship between Truckee & Moapa Valley yesterday. This was a rematch between the two teams therefore the anticipation was very high. The weather was great & Truckee families had a few awesome tailgate parties. Truckee team did not disappoint families & friends who turned out for this great event. The Wolverines soundly defeated the Pirates with the final score of 27-0. Congratulations to Coach Schaffer & the Wolverines for a great season & for bringing home the state championship trophy.

Click here to read the story from Sierra Sun

Lahontan

Ann Nguyen — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:03:09 +0000

Lahontan is located between historical downtown Truckee and Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. Its close proximity to highway I-80 and Truckee Tahoe Airport provides easy access to this exclusive resort golf community. Lahontan is comprised of 509 home sites, with nearly half of the community dedicated to open space and to the 27-hole championship golf courses. The community of Lahontan is prized for its high architectural and design standards, a flawless blend of beautiful “Old Tahoe” style homes with superb craftsmanship and impressive finishes.

Tom Weiskopf designed 27-hole golf course
Camp Lahontan includes a swimming pool, clay tennis courts, places to picnic and barbecue, a sand volleyball court, sporting fields and a pavilion with locker rooms and showers. Camp Lahontan also serves as the trailhead for members to hike and bike, as well as cross country ski during the winter months.
The Lodge features an inviting restaurant lounge area and full service golf shop.
The Golf Shop.
Lahontan Spa & Fitness Center offers pampering amenities including with its own saunas, steam rooms and social rooms. The center also offers co-ed workout facilities, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a therapy pool, and an outdoor hot tub.
Boat House includes fishing docks, picnic areas.
Private Parkland includes a community trail system of more than 100-acres of permanently protected forest, meadows and wetlands. Easy access to adjoining Martis Creek Wildlife Reserve.
Lahontan Security offers service 7 days a week 24 hours a day since June 1997 including a house check program and alarm monitoring services.

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Charming 2 br/2 bath plus loft condo with views

Ann Nguyen — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:19:12 +0000

Located right at the base of the Tahoe Donner Ski Hill…. walk out the door and up to skiing! Tahoe Donner Ski Hill boasts wide-open bowls, uncrowded slopes, great beginner terrain, excellent grooming, and a friendly, courteous staff. Their size allows them to deliver that personal touch that the larger ski areas can’t always provide.

Condo is centrally located just miles from Squaw Valley, Diamond Peak, Sugar Bowl, Boreal, Alpine Meadows, Northstar, and Donner Ski Ranch.

This beautiful end unit includes newly upgraded kitchen (w/refrig, oven, stove microwave & dishwasher). Queen size bed in master; second bedroom has a full-size bed plus bunk beds. Beautiful views of the Tahoe Donner! Unit also includes two TVs, a DVD player and a VCR, fireplace, and laundry facilities.

Tahoe Donner resort area living is a members-only community that includes downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowplay area, several pools, hot tubs, saunas, exercise facility, 18-hole golf course, driving range, tennis courts, a private section of beach on Donner Lake with boat ramp and jet ski launch, an equestrian center, great hiking/biking trails!

$200 per night; $200 deposit; $120 cleaning fee. $300 per night on holiday weeks. 2-night minimum for weekend stays (Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun).

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Ski resorts plan to open for Thanksgiving

Ann Nguyen — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:24:26 +0000

Get your skis & snowboards ready for the ski resorts opening next week, including Sugar Bowl, Squaw Valley USA, Mount Rose and Northstar-at-Tahoe…just in time for Thanksgiving. Cheers!!!