If you've ever taken your furry friend on a winter adventure in Truckee/Tahoe, you know they love the snow as much (or more) than we do. Whether you're taking them on a walk, or have them running...
Keeping Your Pet Warm in Winter
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How to Wash Your Down Jacket
From the river, chairlift, to backyard fun, your puffy jacket is your go-to. Season after season we rely on it, but, without proper care, your overworked down jacket can lose its loft and ability to...
Winter Home Prep before the Holidays
Aside from stringing up the lights and decorating the tree, preparing your home for a Sierra winter, and especially before the holidays is important. These few easy winter home prep tips will help...
Employee Owner’s Essential Winter Gear
Outdoor lover and Mountain Hardware and Sports Employee Owner go hand in hand. When we're not helping you with a pipe fitting or finding you the perfect pair of boots, we're out on adventures of our...
Winter Must-Haves
Snow is on its way to the Sierra's. And whether you're a seasoned veteran, or it's your first cold season here - there's nothing worse than being unprepared for inclement weather. Our friends at...
Tips To Avoid Frozen Pipes, Gutters and Roofs This Winter
Living in the winter in Truckee requires you to maintain warm pipe temperatures, free-flowing roof gutters, and safer sidewalks. We know the importance of eliminating or decreasing risk and/or...
6 Tips to Choosing the Right Snowblower
#1 - What type of surface do you need to clear? A snow blower will perform well on concrete or asphalt surfaces. When properly adjusted, two stage snow blowers are perfect for rough or mixed...
How To Winterize Your Garden For A Flourishing Spring Bloom
With pine needles raining down from the trees and fresh snow on the mountains it’s time to start getting our gardens ready for winter. There are a number of things we can do now to make our gardens...