Tahoe’s 2024–2029 Conservancy Plan: Coop’s Take
Coop reviews the California Tahoe Conservancy’s 2024–2029 plan, with ideas for protecting the lake, caring for the land and involving the community.
Stop the Spread: Protecting Lake Tahoe from Aquatic Invasive Plants
Coop looks at invasive aquatic plants in Lake Tahoe, restoration work and the people trying to protect the lake. Read the report from Big Blue.
Embrace Authenticity and Passion with the Cali Pass
Coop looks at the Cali Pass, independent ski areas and what skiers value in a season pass. A mountain perspective on cost, access and ski culture.
La Niña, Tahoe Snow & California’s Water Supply
La Niña shifts the odds, but it cannot promise a Tahoe snow total. This corrected article looks at the ocean pattern, snowpack measurements and California’s record.
Mindfulness, Tolerance & Why I Do This
A little perspective on kindness, tolerance and the work we put into the world. Coop shares the values behind his life in Tahoe and his business.
Revealing the Truths Behind Timeshare Sales: A Guide for Informed Ownership
Coop shares an inside perspective on timeshare sales, vacation planning and the questions buyers should bring to the conversation. Read his take.
Working Across Generations: Clear Expectations, Better Communication
Coop shares ideas for managers working with younger generations: clear expectations, useful feedback and room for people to do good work.
The Dangers Ahead: Preparing for Wildfire Threats in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Learn how to stay safe during wildfire season in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Discover essential preparedness tips, historical wildfire data, and valuable resources from Cal Fire and the US Forest Service to protect your home and community.
Protect Our Powder: The Case for Skinny Skis, Long Boards, Pain Slippers, and No Rocker
Skinny skis, powder days and a little ski-culture troublemaking. Coop’s tongue-in-cheek take on the mountain habits that keep us arguing in the lift line.
The Dangers of Lowered Stoke Levels: A Comical Crisis
A tongue-in-cheek diagnosis for anyone missing the mountains or the water. Coop’s ski and surf satire, with a healthy appetite for the next good day.
Microplastics in Lake Tahoe: A Call to Action for Our Community
Where does the plastic in Lake Tahoe come from, and what can our community do? Coop looks at the problem and the everyday work of protecting Big Blue.
Work, Life & Making Room for the Good Stuff
Coop reflects on work, family and making room for life outside. A Tahoe perspective on doing good work without missing the parts of life that matter.