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SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures

Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine • Authentic Mountains

Sierra Rec Now, an Authentic Mountains Production, dives into the stories and adventures that define the Sierra Nevada. Hosted by Charlie Pankey, the show brings you trail discoveries, backcountry experiences, and conversations with the people who know these mountains best. Each episode blends inspiration with practical insight for exploring the range. If you love granite peaks, big landscapes, and real Sierra culture, this is your home. Let’s get into it.

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00:31:38

Powering Adventure: Off-Grid RV & Overlanding with...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/09/23

Powering Adventure: Off-Grid RV & Overlanding with Dragonfly EnergyHow do you keep your RV, van, or overland rig powered up in the Sierra Nevada without relying on noisy generators? In this week’s episode of Sierra Rec Now, Charlie sits down with Jesse Asay and Tyler Bourns from Dragonfly Energy, the Reno-based team behind Battle Born Batteries®.They dive into:Why lithium batteries outperform traditional lead-acid in RVs and overlanding rigsHow solar, inverters, and Dragonfly Intelligence® make

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00:33:16

Candy Dance 2025: Genoa’s Sweetest Tradition & Sierra...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/09/16

Every fall, a town of 225 swells to 40,000 for one of Nevada’s most unique traditions—the Candy Dance in Genoa.This week on Sierra Rec Now, host Charlie Pankey talks with Town Manager Jody Brunz about:The 106-year-old history of the Candy DanceHow this small-town event funds Genoa’s survivalWhy 430+ vendors and thousands of visitors return year after yearInsider tips for parking, lodging, and exploring Genoa’s trails, hot springs, and history👉 Candy Dance 2025 runs September 27–28. Free to the

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00:38:22

Secrets of the Sierra: Backpacking Stories & Trail...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/09/09

Author, blogger, and wilderness volunteer Paul Wagner (BackpackingSierra.com) returns to the Sierra Rec Now Podcast! Paul and Charlie swap stories of hidden lakes, off-trail challenges, volunteering in Desolation & Emigrant Wilderness, and gear insights from the trail.👉 Highlights include:Off-trail adventures in the Sierra backcountryWilderness volunteering & trail etiquetteBackpacking routes from Emigrant to YosemitePaul’s wilderness-inspired book series00:00 Introduction to Sierra

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00:32:46

17,710 Miles of Free Camping in the Sierra Nevada...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/08/26

Looking for wide-open spaces, hidden trails, and the freedom of dispersed camping in the Sierra Nevada? In this episode, we sit down with Chris Cordes from OnX Off-Road to dive into their new Motorized Dispersed Camping feature — a game-changer for campers, off-roaders, and outdoor adventurers.From 17,710 miles of legal dispersed camping opportunities across California’s Sierra Nevada to navigating forest service regulations with confidence, Chris shares insider tips on how OnX is helping outdoor

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00:32:13

Overlanding in Style: Travoca’s Rigel Cooler &...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/08/19

In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, host Charlie Pankey sits down with Stuart Rudolph, co-founder of Travoca, to explore how one brand is reshaping the overlanding and camping lifestyle. From the story behind Travoca’s beginnings to the innovative Rigel Electric Cooler, titanium drinkware, and off-grid power solutions, this conversation dives into the gear and mindset that enhance outdoor living.Whether you’re a weekend camper or a dedicated overlander, you’ll hear how rugged design, practical

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00:27:37

Tahoe Games Takes Over Lake Tahoe - Snow in September...

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2025/08/12

What if we told you South Lake Tahoe will have real snow this September? And not just snow — but a snow sledding hill, rail jams, big air mountain biking, live concerts, DJs, food trucks, and activities for all ages.In this episode of the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, host Charlie Pankey chats with Leslie Schultz, Marketing & Events Director for the inaugural Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival (Sept 27–28, 2025).Discover how this free, high-energy festival came together, what to expect across the

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00:32:17

Inside the Grebe Festival: Birding, Conservation, and...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/08/05

This week, we head to one of the richest birding regions in the Sierra Nevada — Plumas County — for a deep dive into the 2025 Grebe Festival and the incredible wildlife that calls this place home. Liz Ramsey from the Plumas Audubon Society joins Charlie to discuss how Lake Almanor supports thousands of migratory grebes, what happens when boating and wildlife collide, and how science and community action are working to protect sensitive species like the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog.Episode

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00:34:01

Discover the Soul of Tahoe Through Artist Jennifer...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/07/29

This week on Sierra Rec Now, Charlie sits down with South Lake Tahoe artist and photographer Jennifer Haran to talk about the upcoming Tahoe Art League Studio Tour, happening August 1–3. From capturing wild bear cubs to telling the Sierra's story through a camera lens, Jennifer shares what it means to be a local creative in a region that inspires so many.🎨 Topics Covered:The beauty of Desolation WildernessHow the Caldor Fire changed her approach to photographyHer advice to new artists (Hint:

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00:36:20

How the Sierra Institute Is Rebuilding Forests—and...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/07/22

Episode Summary:What happens when you unplug a teenager, hand them a shovel, and send them into the backcountry for five weeks? You just might help grow the next generation of forest stewards.In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, host Charlie Pankey speaks with Jonathan Kusel and Adriana from the Sierra Institute for Community and Environment, a powerful nonprofit based in Taylorsville, CA. The Sierra Institute has spent more than 25 years linking healthy forests to healthy rural communities. From

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00:29:42

Is 1,300 Pounds of Trash… Good News? | How Keep Tahoe...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/07/15

This summer, 653 volunteers removed 1,375 pounds of trash from Lake Tahoe’s beaches — and that’s something to celebrate. But should it be?In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, host Charlie Pankey sits down with Marilee Movius, longtime stewardship leader at Keep Tahoe Blue, to explore what’s really happening behind the scenes of Tahoe’s largest cleanup event — and why a 27% drop in post-Fourth of July litter is more than just a statistic.We talk about:How families and visitors are turning beach cleanup

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00:33:59

From Ashes to Almanor: Captain Rob’s Journey, Lake...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/07/09

In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, we sit down with Captain Rob Ayers to uncover Lake Almanor’s fishing secrets, light tackle strategies, and inspiring community stories. After losing everything in the Camp Fire, Captain Rob rebuilt his life around Lake Almanor’s legendary brown trout and salmon fishery, sharing how the lake’s 365-day feeding cycle and diverse hatch patterns make it a year-round angler’s paradise.Discover light tackle fishing techniques like the “naked crawler,” seasonal hatch

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00:59:57

Finding True Nature in the Sierra with Author Lisa...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/07/01

What does it mean to truly find your true nature in the Sierra Nevada? In this conversation, author Lisa Michelle joins Charlie on the Sierra Rec Now Podcast to share her journey from rodeo cowgirl to wilderness writer and the lessons learned along the way in the High Sierra.Lisa’s new book, True Nature, blends memoir, adventure, and the emotional tug-of-war of sharing hidden places in a landscape that both challenges and heals. We explore what it’s like to paddleboard around Lake Tahoe, how

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00:30:58

Climbing the Sierra’s Legendary Lover’s Leap with Petch

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/06/24

What do legends, eagles, and climbing dreams all have in common? They converge at Lover’s Leap near Lake Tahoe.This week, host Charlie Pankey sits down with Petch, a longtime climber and guide who lives just steps from the base of this iconic Sierra cliff. Together, they explore:The history and mythology behind Lover’s Leap (Did they jump?)Climbing for beginners and advanced climbers alikeThe unique geology that makes the Leap feel like “climbing a ladder”Tales of guiding first-timers and watching

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00:31:32

How a Small-Town Cowgirl Built a National Nonprofit...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/06/17

What does it take to turn a high school dream into a national nonprofit? Hanna Beth Bryce, founder of Dare to Be a Cowboy, joins us on the Sierra Rec Now Podcast to share how she started her mission at just 16 years old—and why helping others find purpose is at the heart of everything she does.From breaking barriers as a first-generation cowgirl to organizing rodeo camps and youth clinics across the West, Hanna Beth’s journey is equal parts inspiring, emotional, and deeply grounded in community

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00:33:06

Why Alpine County is California’s Most Underrated...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/06/10

If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping the summer crowds and heading into a wild, off-the-radar Sierra paradise, this episode of *Sierra Rec Now* is your insider guide. Host Charlie Pankey welcomes Owen White from Visit Alpine County to the show for a deep dive into one of California’s most pristine and underappreciated mountain destinations.From volcanic peaks and alpine lakes to secret waterfalls and quiet trails, Alpine County is a place where solitude meets adventure—and in this episode, you’ll hear

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00:39:32

Inside Sequoia’s Reopened Crystal Cave – With Local...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/06/03

After four years of closures due to wildfire, floods, and landslides, Crystal Cave in Sequoia National Park has finally reopened—and we’ve got the inside scoop.Join Sierra Rec Now host Charlie Pankey in this exclusive interview with Pani Schauffler of Mountain Trekking Adventures, one of the first media guests invited into the newly restored cave. Pani shares what it was like to return to this magical marble cavern, what visitors should know before they go, and why this experience belongs on your

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00:31:10

Yosemite Reservations, Hidden Gems & Mariposa...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/05/27

Thinking of visiting Yosemite this summer? Don’t hit the road without listening to this essential episode! Charlie sits down with Kim Lawson, Communications Director for Visit Mariposa County, to unpack everything you need to know about Yosemite’s 2025 vehicle reservation system — including how to get around it, secret ways in, and why Mariposa County is the perfect gateway for your next adventure.🎙️ In this episode:2025 Yosemite reservation tips and timingHow to use the YARTS bus system to skip

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00:30:49

Lake Almanor Adventures with Bobby Smith of High...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/05/21

Join Charlie Pankey of Sierra Rec Now for a conversation with Bobby Smith, the local behind High Elevation Kayak and Bike Rentals in Lake Almanor.In this episode, we explore:The incredible outdoor experiences available in Chester and Lake AlmanorBobby’s unique fleet of rental gear — including kayaks, row yaks, water bikes, and mountain bikesWhy Lake Almanor’s 22-mile Recreation Trail is a biking and hiking favoriteLocal wildlife encounters, from bald eagles to serene lake morningsBobby’s favorite

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00:29:02

Inside the High Sierra Music Festival 2025: Music,...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/05/16

The High Sierra Music Festival turns 33!In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, Charlie sits down with Dave Margulies, from High Sierra Music Festival to talk all things 2025 — from the eclectic artist lineup to family-friendly vibes, late-night campsite jams, and why Quincy, CA, is the perfect place to celebrate music and community in the Sierra. Here about how legendary musicians such as JJ Kale, John Prime and the Grateful Dead and Bonnie Raitt are still inspirations and pillars to the musical soul of

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00:31:07

Fishing Tahoe 365: Captains Zach & Zach, From Tahoe...

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures ·

2025/05/13

Fishing Lake Tahoe 365: Captains Zach & Zach of Tahoe Sports Fishing Share Big Fish Stories, Local Tips & the Tahoe TripleLove the idea of reeling in a 30-pound lake trout while surrounded by snow-capped peaks? Ever wondered how it’s possible to fish, ski, and hike all in one day in Lake Tahoe?In this episode of the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, host Charlie Pankey sits down with Captain Zach Shearer and Captain Zach Gordon of Tahoe Sports Fishing — a Lake Tahoe institution offering fishing

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