Washoe Cultural Talk
- Jun 12 - Aug 14, 2026
- The Aerial Tram and High Camp
- Website
Join members of the Washoe Tribe at High Camp for an informative Washoe Cultural Talk. Tribal members will share stories of their history and culture in the Valley and surrounding mountains. They will also discuss their deep roots in Olympic Valley, Lake Tahoe, and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Your host will highlight surrounding natural landmarks, local wildlife, and traditional plant uses. Additionally, the talk covers the resort’s name change on ancestral land, an important step in recognizing the Tribe’s incredible history. Finally, you can view historical artifacts that showcase the Washoe way of life that members preserve today.
EVENT DETAILS
- Time: 10 am
- Date: June 12, 19, July 10, 17, August 14, 2026
- Location: High Camp
- Cost: 26/27 Ikon Pass holders and Ikon Base Pass holders receive free Aerial Tram access to High Camp. Special $29 Sightseeing Lift Tickets are available for this event with sales donated to the Washoe Cultural Fund. Guests attending talks at High Camp must purchase a Sightseeing Lift Ticket or have Ikon Pass access.
Please note: This is an outdoor event except in the case of inclement weather. We recommend that you be prepared with sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and other proper sun protection.
The Washoe tribe has created this booklet that summarizes historical and current information about the tribe. They feel that this knowledge will help residents and visitors form a more respectful and complete understanding of the Tribe. The Washoe request that you assist in preserving this environment to benefit future generations.
