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Author To Bring Dirt On Tahoe To Flashlight Books In Walnut Creek

Author Kathryn Reed will be reading from her must-do Tahoe hiking guide at Flashlight Books in Walnut Creek on Sept. 7 at 3 p.m.

WALNUT CREEK, CA — "The Dirt Around Lake Tahoe: Must-Do Scenic Hikes" takes readers on a journey to dozens of trails throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin and beyond. Alpine lakes, wilderness peaks and waterfalls are the rewards.

Author Kathryn Reed, who has either been living at Lake Tahoe or visiting the area since she was a child, has done each of the 40 hikes in the book.

Reed will be giving a free reading from her book on Sept. 7 from 3 to 4 p.m. at Flashlight Books located at 1537 North Main Street in Walnut Creek where signed copies will be available for $15, (cash only).

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One thing that sets this book apart from other guidebooks is the rating system for scenic quality and difficulty. The variety of trails is another difference. Every shore of Lake Tahoe is covered, as well as popular and obscure trails just outside of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

The book contains a trail for everyone who likes to explore the outdoors. Some are flat, some not so much. Some are ideal for the weekend warrior, others for families, some for strong athletes, others cater to those wanting a stroll.

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Descriptions include what time of year to explore the various areas, historical facts, and details about what you may discover along the way.

This book will become your must-have companion as you hike from one end of the lake to the other, and into the surrounding wilderness.

"The Dirt Around Lake Tahoe" is also available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble as an eBook and paperback.

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