By JULIANNE HOMOKAY Special to the Alpine Mountaineer Sasquatch. Aliens. UFOs. The Loch Ness Monster and Champy. Yeti. Bigfoot. Many people love obsessing about mythical creatures and, in all these cases, these creatures have spawned festivals, become part of...
Green Valley Lake
Green Valley Lake
Artisans honor one of their own
The artisan tour in Green Valley Lake this weekend will be extra special as it is dedicated to the memory of Ann Howe, who passed away earlier this year. In a tribute to her, the artisans described her as having a “quick wit, cheeky sense of humor and steady...
Come for the run – stay for the view
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Caren Ware has been running her whole life. It is said her interest in running was sparked by her having run the most laps at an elementary school jog-a-thon. Today she is a world-class athlete, a USA Track & Field Level II coach, a...
At the ready for rescues from the ice
On Sunday morning, Feb. 2, crew members of Green Valley Lake Station 95 participated in a station-wide drill to practice their ice rescue procedures. As residents, we know how dangerous the ice can be. We also know that visitors to Green Valley Lake are fascinated...
Celebrating the holidays in Green Valley Lake
By Cady Price Special to the Alpine Mountaineer Tis’ the season in Green Valley Lake! The Mountain Community Alliance hosted a holiday potluck and artisan boutique on Dec. 14. Locals gathered in the Green Valley Lake clubhouse to peruse a selection of handmade items...
Visiting with the artisans of Green Valley Lake
By Mary-Justine Lanyon For more than 30 years, the artisans of Green Valley Lake have opened their studios to visitors on three weekends: Memorial Day, Labor Day and Thanksgiving. From candles to watercolors, fabric casserole holders to sterling silver jewelry,...









