Summer is humming along. This weekend is the annual Bluesapaloosa Beer and Blues Festival. It is a great excuse to come up to Mammoth and cool off from the Southern California heat. Speaking of heat, the temperatures have been hovering in the day around 80 degrees and at night about 45. The lakes continue to get stocked with fish and camping is a great thing this time of the year. We do strongly recommend booking a campsite online as this guarantees you won't be driving around looking for a place to plop your tent. If you want to travel in luxury, you might want to try one of our travel packages. As we work with all the major reservation agencies, we have aggregated them under one roof and surfing through our website will let you find every special offered. There is a lot happening so enjoy the fun.

THIS WEEK
Adult Tennis Clinics
The instructor, tennis professional RUSS CHESSLER, offers fun games and drills for all tennis enthusiasts. The Community Tennis Courts open spring/summer beginning May 19. There are programs all week. Call for the schedule. Call Parks and Rec at: 760-934-8989 x222

Backcountry Backpacking
A walk in the back country is an awesome experience. You can get maps from our local Forest Ranger / Visitor Center at the entrance to Mammoth. Backpackers should be prepared for sudden weather changes. Don't forget to carry water, snacks, sunscreenm and mosquito repellant. But don't let the few items you need to carry stop you. The trails go for miles and miles. One more thing... don't forget your camera, and send us a few of those great scenics. 760-924-5500

LAP SWIM AT WHITMORE POOL
Whitmore Pool is now open for adult lap swim every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:30 – 8 a.m. Cost is $4/ visit. Season passes are available for $85 and a 10 punch card for $30. 760-934-8989 x234

OPEN GYM SPORTS
Drop In Basketball and Indoor Soccer is on Sunday nights! Soccer and basketball are offered in the Mammoth High School gym from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The drop-in cost is $3. Come have fun while you're on vacation. Call Parks and Rec at: 760-934-8989 x222

RECREATIONAL SWIMMING
Recreation swim is now taking place daily at Whitmore Pool – Monday through Friday from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Cost is $4 for adults (16 and older); $2.50 for youth (7-15); and $1.25 for children (1-6). The pool will be closed on July 4 and on August 1. 760-934-8989 x 234

Shuttle To Reds Meadow and Devils Postpile
The Shuttle bus to Reds Meadow and Devils Postpile is operating daily. Day visitors and back packers must use the shutlle bus as access and parking is limted. More info on times and cost are at the Visitor Center, but know, that you cannot drive your car in after 7:00AM 760-924-5500

White Water Rafting the Kern River
You only get the fun of rafting for a short time before the water starts to mellow out. Join the professional rafting organizations as they paddle out on the Kern. Call Cannel Meadow Ranger Station at: 760-376-3781

Sat July 31- Sun August 1 Mammoth Triathlon and Half Marathon
Join in the fun for this growing event. The triathlon starts on Saturday, July 31 at Whitmore pool at 9AM and the following day, a hal marathon and 10K will also start at 9AM. Entry forms are available from Parks and Rec. 760-935-4088

Sun August 1- Tues August 31 Crowley Lake Fish Camp Perch Derby
The contest is simple. Catch a big Perch, win a big prize. We'll tell ya from past experience... it's all in the bait. If you want to know what to use, then call the folks at the Crowley Lake Marina. They'll get you turned on to the secret way to BBQ power bait! Call Crowley Lake Fish Camp at: 760-935-4301

Sun August 1 Sierra Club Activity - Hike to Ediza and Shadow Lakes
– Everyone welcome! Hike to Ediza and Shadow Lakes from Agnew Meadow. Explore and learn about headwaters of San Joaquin River. We will enter Ansel Adams Wilderness with a 15 person limit; if limit is exceeded we’ll split into two groups. Expect beautiful Sierra Junipers, raging waterfalls, colorful streams and lakes. Moderately strenuous 14 mile RT on good trail. Bring lunch, 2 qts. water, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, hiking boots, etc. $7 fee or Golden Age or Golden Eagle pass required to access this area. Meet 8 am at ML Union Bank parking lot. Leaders: E.L. and Pat Smoogen (934-0359). Dogs limited.

Wed August 4 Sierra Club Discovery Hike
Everyone welcome! Wednesday Evening Fun, Fitness and Discovery Hikes. Meet 6 pm. at Mammoth Lakes Union Bank parking lot. Explore local trails and learn from leaders about our natural surroundings, geology, wildflowers and trees. All hikes will be moderate to easy and will be completed by dark. Bring water, warm clothes, and sturdy shoes. Location of the hike will be selected the week of the hike. Call Leader Dick Baggett (924-5749) for additional information. Dogs limited.

Mon August 9 Fun Run with The Charthouse
Come join the gang for a 5k/10k walk run. You don't have to be hard core to have some fun with our runners. George Fowler from Coldwell Banker is this year's organizer and a supporter of the City Concierge. Have a good time and get healthy! 760-924-0203

Sat August 14 Bill Rolls Memorial 10K/5K
walk run the Mammoth Hospital puts this one together to help support the foundation. Come get healthy! Mammoth Hospital - Pam Maupin

Wed August 18- Sun August 22 The Hunt For Golden Trout
Join fishing guide Dave Moss as he takes a group through Fish Creek and the High Lakes on a fantastic 5 day trip. Everything is provided except your gear, clothing and adult beverages. Tents on request. The cooks and packers are the best on the Sierra and they will make sure you enjoy your good time. Cost $1195. per person Call City Concierge at: 866-864-6444

SPECIAL EVENTS
Mon July 19- Mon August 16 Sierra Summer Festival Is Here!
The Sierra Summer Festival is coming to town for July 19-August 16. Here are some of the events to look forward to. We'll have more details as it becomes available, so check back often. July 19. SSF presents the Mammoth Lakes Chamber Music Festival featuring works of Bach, Beethoven and Mendelssohn. 7:30 PM, St. Joseph's Church in Mammoth. Tickets at Booky Joint or at the door.

July 21. SSF presents the Mammoth Lakes Chamber Music Festival featuring works of Mozart, Castelnuovo-Tedesco and Schumann. 7:30 PM, St. Joseph's Church in Mammoth. Tickets at Booky Joint or at the door. July 23. SSF presents the Mammoth Lakes Chamber Music Festival featuring works of Brouwer, Stravinsky and Brahms. 7:30 PM, St. Joseph's Church in Mammoth. Tickets at Booky Joint or at the door. Sierra Summer Festival Calendar

Fri July 30- Sat July 31 Bluesaplaooza - It's about the Beer & the Music!
Mammoth is fast becoming known as the haven for new music, with a well-deserved reputation for booking a unique variety of blues artists from all over the country. It's a great time for young and old to mix with new and old friends. It's a mix of styles from country acoustic blues and bottleneck slide, to Chicago R&B and boogie-woogie, to gospel blues and scorching blues-rock. Check out this years's incredible line up. And then there's the beer. Brewery after Brewery come up to the Sierras to let the world sample their new and original brews. Call Mammoth Concert at: 760-934-0606

Mon August 9 Mammoth College Golf Tournament
This one's not in Mammoth at all, but in Toluca Lake California. Join Dave McCoy and Warren Miller for this great day in the sun as you support the foundation and their mission to build the education in Mammoth. The day is filled with a shot gun golf start, lunch, hole in one prizes, cocktails and dinner. You will need a reservation and Stacy will be happy to get you all signed up Call ML Foundation at: 760-934-3781

NIGHTLIFE
Get Wild on Wednesdays
The locals know that Wednesday Night is Wild Wednesday at Whiskey Creek. Come join the fun every single Wednesday night. Dancing to the DJ gets started late, and goes late, so plan on coffee for breakfast on Thursdays! Call Whiskey Creek

Grab The Mic and Do Your Thing!
Every Tuesday and Saturday, Shogun, known for its great Japanese Sushi has Karaoke night. It is open mic night so pick your favorite tune and let us hear it. There are 1,000s to choose from and they stay open until everyone has sung out their hearts! It's a hoot. 760-934-3970

Fri July 30 Shane Dwight On The Village - Bluesapalooza Ice Breaker
Shane Dwight, This young band is known for its high octane, dance till you drop rockin-boogie blues! At The Village in the outdoor arena, bring your beach chairs and shoes for some dancin' fun. Free for all concert. Friday, July 30, 2004 on The Plaza at The Village at Mammoth 2:00-4:00 pm, (Bring blankets or sand chairs) Call The Village at: 760-924-1575

Sat July 31 Whiskey Creek Blues Night
Shane Dwight is a charismatic and supremely talented guitarist, soulful vocalist, prolific songwriter and one of the brightest young up-and-coming stars on the rock/blues scene today. The band is known for its high octane, dance till you drop rockin-boogie blues! Shane's band has a pedigree a mile long-Doobie Brothers, Journey, Buddy Miles, Robben Ford, Johnny Winter, Greg Allman to name a few. You'll see what all the fuss is about! 9:30PM-1:30 AM Call Whiskey Creek

KID FRIENDLY
Devils Postpile Ranger Talks and Walks
The Rangers at Devils Postpile offer nature walks at 11:00 AM daily to the postpile geological formation. Great for kids and families. You can picnic by the running streams have a great afternoon. On Tuesdays and Saturdays at 8:15PM there are evening programs under the stars. wow! Call Visitor Center at: 760-924-5500

Family Fun At The Adventure Center
Climbers of all ages can soar to new heights on the climbing rock and kid's zip line. Across from the Adventure Center, the climbing rock lets climbers of all abilities scale the massive 32' high granite-like boulder, learning new skills and improving technique along the way. The zip line is a safe way for young daredevils to fly. Helpful staff is on-hand to teach belaying and supervise the program. The climbing wall and zip line are open daily from 10am-5pm on a first-come, first-served basis. Call MMSA at: 760-934-2571

June Lake Library Craft and Story Hour
The June Lake Library, just off the loop, offers special programs for kids throughout the summer. Take the family to June, and while Dad fishes, the kids can have some fun of their own. Call June Lake Library at: 760-648-7284

Mammoth Library Storytelling Time
For preschoolers and kindergarteners every Wednesday at 10:30AM the Library has story time. Each week is a new theme. Located off Forest Trail, call to find out what tales are being told. Call Linda McNeill at: 760-934-4777

Shady Rest Skate Park
The street scene skatepark at Shady Rest is open from dawn to dusk. Obstacles in the skatepark are designed for all ability levels, so come out to the park and hone your skills in a challenging environment. You must wear a helmet. Park at Shady Rest Camps Call John at: 760-934-8989 x 222

SKATE CAMP
This camp, designed for the beginner to intermediate skater, will meet daily at the Shady Rest Skatepark. In addition to a heavy emphasis on skateboarding and related trick development the camp will also go bowling, swimming, and 4-wheeling. Camp is open to kids ages 7-12 and goes from 9-4 p.m. Cost is $100/session. Sessions available as follows: July 21-23, August 11-13, and August 25-27. 760-934-8989 x234

Soccer Academy for Kids, Learn from the Pros
The coaches of the Soccer Academy of Santa Barbara bring over 30 years of experience right here to Mammoth Lakes for a week of skill building, tactics, and fun! This camp offers a full day combined with swimming and picnic each day. Bring your own lunch and snacks daily. There are half day sessions available also. The academy is for kids ages 5-15 and takes place August 16-20, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost is $130 for full day or $85 for half days. Call John at: 760-934-8989 x222

Tufa Tours are Back
The fantastic program the Forest Service offers at Mono Lake is back. Learn about the infamous limestone sculptures called Tufa and how they are formed. The walks are offered daily at 10:00AM, 1:00PM and 6:00PM. Meet at the South Tufa parking area near the south shore of Mono Lake. Follow the signs. You can also find the Mono Lake Visitor Center full of activities to do around the Mono basin. It is located on Highway 395 in Lee Vining Call Mammoth Visitor Center at: 760-924-5500

Wilderness Camps
Enjoy the Mammoth outdoors in these exciting camps that include day hikes, outdoor games, exploring, map reading, and lots of fun. Each day includes a different day-hike along with a variety of outdoor activities. Each session will conclude with an overnight campout at a local campground. Pick-up the daily schedules at the Parks and Recreation Office at time of registration. The following sessions are still available this summer: July 12-16, July 26-30, August 2-6, and August 16-20. Registration cost is $130/child. Call John at: 760-934-8989 x234

YOUTH ROCK CLIMBING CAMP
The SRCS (Sierra Rock Climbing School) youth climbing camp is a unique and special opportunity for young people to learn about rock climbing from expert professional rock-climbing guides, in a safe as possible and non-competitive atmosphere. Our youth rock climbing camps are for beginner through advanced climbers. The focus of the camps will be on having fun and climbing safely; nevertheless, participants will learn valuable technical climbing techniques. The experience of climbing with others will also help participants develop valuable skills in group dynamics, leadership, team building and interpersonal communications. SRCS is proud, as well as excited to be offering these climbing camps through Mammoth Lakes Tourism and Recreation. Our guides look forward to meeting you and getting to know all of you. We hope you will join us for an excursion full of rock climbing. Camps will run on Mondays and Tuesdays throughout the summer from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the following dates: July 19-20, August 9-10, and August 23-24. Cost is $150. 760-934-8989 x234

YOUTH TENNIS CLINICS AND CAMPS
Kids tennis clinics for ages 4 – 12 will begin on Tuesday June 15 and continue until August 24 at the Mammoth Lakes Community Tennis Courts. Professional instructor RUSS CHESSLER teaches group clinics with an emphasis on fundamentals and fun. TINY TOTS: Ages 4 – 6: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. BEGINNERS: Ages 7 – 12 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. CAMPS: These week long camps with RUSS are bound to improve skills at a rapid pace. Ages 7 – 12, $75/week 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., July 5 – 9, July 19 – 23, and August 2 – 6 COST : $8/day

Wed July 14 - Fri August 13 Museum Offers Kids Arts & Crafts Programs
Our brand new Ski Museum is offering arts and crafts camp for kids 8-12. open to both locals and visitors, the camp will highlight drawing, sculpture, illustration and craft making. Find the Picasso in your young ones. There are three sessions. Call to sign up in advance. July 14-16, July 28-30, August 11-13, are the sessions and daily participation is also available. Here is the Poster Don't forget the Free Movies on July 16 and August 20 at the Museum. Call Mammoth Ski Museum at: 760.934.6592

ON THE MOUNTAIN
Mammoth Mountain Bike Park, Now Open
Gear Up For A Mountain Bike Ride at the Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort. The bike park crew has been hard at work getting trails ready for the strongest opening in years. Trails set to open include Uptown, Downtown, Paper Route, Juniper, Lakes Trail, Shotgun, Timber Ridge, Big Ring, and an all-new trail for this season, Lower Juniper.

The Panorama Gondola will offer service to upper trails beginning Saturday, July 3, including Off the Top, Kamikaze, Mountainview, Beach Cruiser, Brake Through and Seven Bridges. Additional terrain will open through the summer as conditions permit.

The bike park will be open daily from 9am-6pm. Bike rentals and demo bikes are available at the Adventure Center and McCoy Sports in The Village. The Bike Park Shuttle runs daily every 20 minutes from 9:30am to 5:30pm between the Village Transportation hub and the Adventure Center. A one-day bike park pass will be available for $31 for adults, and includes unlimited gondola, shuttle and trail use. For $64, "The Works" package offers a one-day bike rental along with unlimited gondola, shuttle and trail use. The park is open until after Labor Day. Call MMSA at: 760-934-2571

Reds Meadow Shuttle to Devil's Postpile
The Reds Meadow Shuttle is now open daily from 7:30am-7:30pm, departing from the Adventure Center for $7 per adults ages 16 and over (round trip), $4 per child ages three to 15 (round trip), and children under three ride for free. You can find out about Reds Meadow, Devils Postpile and Rainbow Falls in our Activities Section. Happy Trails! 760-934-2571

Thurs July 29 Movie Madness in the Village
An evening under the stars watching fun, family classics. Please call 760.924.1575 for more information.