More than a Cleanup: A Tradition of Caring for Lake Tahoe
September 8, 2026 | Mary Danahey
Originally written and published for LIVE.WORK.PLAY Magazine, Family and Education Edition, Fall 2026
When volunteers come together each fall for the Great Sierra River Cleanup, every bag of litter collected helps protect the waters, forests, and communities that make the Sierra so extraordinary. On Saturday, September 19, 2026, Incline Village will do its part as IVGID Waste Not and Diamond Peak host the Pollution Penguins/Diamond Peak Ski Team Cleanup with everyone’s favorite mascot, Penguin Pete.
Organized in partnership with The League to Save Lake Tahoe’s Tahoe Blue Crew and other local organizations, the event is part of a region-wide effort to beautify communities while preventing litter from entering local waterways. Volunteers will help remove trash from Diamond Peak’s ski slopes and around town, protecting the watershed that ultimately flows into Lake Tahoe. Every piece of litter collected helps preserve the natural beauty that makes our community so special.
The cleanup takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at Diamond Peak Ski Resort, with volunteers meeting in the upper parking lot before heading out to cleanup locations. Families, friends, coworkers, and community groups are all encouraged to participate. Penguin Pete will be on hand to greet volunteers, pose for photos, and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. Cleanup supplies will be provided—participants simply need to wear comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, and bring a reusable water bottle.
Whether you can spare an hour or stay for the morning, your efforts will make a lasting impact. Join your neighbors for a day of stewardship, community pride, and teamwork as Incline Village joins thousands of volunteers across the Sierra in helping keep Lake Tahoe and our mountain community clean and beautiful for generations to come. It’s a meaningful way to share your love for Tahoe and leave the community a little better than you found it.
The Local Lens – Kid-Friendly Food Options in the Village
September 8, 2026 | Kayla Anderson
By: Kayla Anderson
Everyone knows that kids can be picky eaters, but sometimes you just want to go out and enjoy a nice meal at a place where you don’t have to cook and do the dishes. Fortunately, these restaurants offer delicious dishes for everyone:
The Alibi Ale Works- Incline Public House, 931 Tahoe Blvd., IV
While out with a group of friends, a seven-year-old in the group ordered a pretzel…and it came out shaped as a mustache just like in Alibi’s logo. Within minutes, the mustache pretzel was consumed by everyone, and we had to order another one.
Drake says it’s an adult food that kids happen to love, and even though Alibi is mostly known for its beer, it’s always been a family-oriented establishment.
“When we opened the Truckee location in 2017, we had a pretzel on the menu, and it was selling well,” Alibi Ale Works Owner Kevin Drake says. “Then in 2018, a line cook came up with the idea to shape it into a pretzel. We work with Truckee Sourdough to produce it, and it’s been a huge hit ever since. It’s warm, soft, a little buttery, and it comes with the cheese and mustard dipping sauces. I honestly can’t eat any other kind of pretzel now.”
The Alibi Incline Public House also has a nice big kitchen where it can make full-size pizzas and keep a dedicated kids menu with cheeseburger sliders, chicken tenders, a hot dog, and a grilled cheese sandwich on it.
“We have all the basics covered for kids,” Drake says. “[But] the mustache pretzel has become pretty iconic at Alibi.”
Sage Leaf Tahoe, 893 Tahoe Blvd. Ste. 600, IV
Our very own IVCBA’s Mike O’Neill says his kid Finn loves the Sage Leaf kids burger with the restaurant’s logo branded into the bun, but the French toast sticks, quesadilla, and pasta are popular, too.
“We make all of our own pasta fresh in house daily,” says Sage Leaf Tahoe Owner Lara Hammett. “And we use organic flour that isn’t enriched or bleached with additives. The cool thing about the French toast sticks is we use Truckee Sourdough and dip them in creme bruleé batter and the kids love it. It’s served with Vermont maple syrup.”
However, the kids burger is still the fan favorite as well as unique to the Reno/Tahoe area. The meal consists of a 6-oz. Niman Ranch patty nestled in a Truckee Sourdough brioche bun and served with hand cut housemade fries for about $12.
Inclined Burgers & Brews, 901 Tahoe Blvd., IV
On a warm summer day, Inclined Burgers & Brews was packed with people on their lunch break as well as what seemed to be multi-generational families. Inclined Burgers’ menu is robust to say the least, with variations of burgers, fried chicken, and breakfast filling a decent-sized TV screen above the bar. A kids version is in the lower corner of that menu, even though anyone of any age can order from it.
While hamburgers are understandably the most popular item on the kids menu, they also offer grilled cheese sandwiches and chicken nuggets meals. I got the chicken nuggets, which cost $14.95 with a small fry and drink included. I made myself an Arnold Palmer out of the soda fountain, and within minutes my chicken nuggets came out piping hot, with a heaping number of shoestring fries and housemade buttermilk ranch with it.
I was halfway through my meal when I noticed that Inclined Burgers & Brews also serves an alcoholic Frosé drink (made of rosé wine, vodka, and watermelon-strawberry slush) and “Incline Loaded”, spicy, and garlic parmesan chicken nuggets along with the classic version, making this a place eager to come back to.
Notable Mentions:
T’s Rotisserie, 901 Tahoe Blvd., IV- The Swing family have been pillars of the community for generations now, continuously keeping Incline locals and visitors well-fed with its affordably delicious Mexican food, so it’s no surprise that they keep a kids menu. The tacos, burrito, and cheese quesadilla provide perfect portions for young’uns, and while T’s Owner Jamie Swing says that his own kids are super picky, his daughter will eat the cheese quesadilla and bean & cheese burrito.
Bowl Incline, 920 Southwood Blvd., IV – Bowling alleys aren’t typically known to serve unique upscale fare alongside the pins and polished lanes, but having a Sam Choy’s Ohana Diner within Bowl Incline makes it the exception. While the poke nachos or spicy pineapple salmon bowl may be too adventurous for little taste buds, the “Future Bowler Menu” for kids 12 and under provides favorites such as a hamburger, popcorn chicken, teriyaki chicken, or cheese/pepperoni pizza.
Mofo’s, 868 Tahoe Blvd., IV- I’ve always loved Mofo’s for its salad bar and buttery pasta, but it turns out kids are a fan of it, too. Named to evoke the idea of getting “more for your money,” this 40-year-old restaurant serves a kids menu with tried-and-true favorites like cheese pizza, lasagna, homemade pasta, and meatballs made from longstanding family recipes.
High school is where students begin turning interests into ambitions and preparing for life beyond graduation. At Incline High School (IHS), that journey unfolds in a close-knit environment where every student is known, challenged, and inspired to succeed.
With approximately 300 students, IHS combines the personalized attention of a small school with opportunities typically found on much larger campuses. Recognized as a Nevada Five-Star School, students can accelerate their education through Advanced Placement and dual-credit courses, giving them the opportunity to earn college credit, reduce future tuition costs, and begin college with credits already completed.
Learning extends well beyond the classroom. Through the school’s Personalized Learning Academy (PLA), students connect academics with hands-on projects, internships, and career exploration. Whether pursuing engineering, business, health sciences, education, environmental studies, or the arts, students gain real-world experience while exploring college and career pathways long before graduation.
That commitment to excellence extends across campus. Last year, IHS students achieved a 100% pass rate in AP: Research, Seminar, Psychology, Precalculus, and English Language & Composition classes. The nationally recognized We the People team placed 10th in the nation, while Highlander athletic teams continued to compete at the highest levels, regularly qualifying for Nevada state championships.
Creativity thrives alongside academics. A transformative renovation of the Duffield Theater, made possible by the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, added a state-of-the-art sound system, professional recording studio, and media editing suite. These facilities give students hands-on experience in music, theater, audiovisual production, and digital storytelling using industry-standard technology.
Students also benefit from strong community partnerships. Through the Incline Education Fund, the HOPA Mentor Program connects students with local professionals, while college and career initiatives, including the annual College & Career Fair, introduce students to universities, trade schools, apprenticeships, military pathways, and local employers.
At Incline High School, students don’t have to choose between personalized attention and exceptional opportunity. They learn in a school culture where students feel connected, supported, and engaged (a commitment reflected in the lowest chronic absenteeism rate in the Washoe County School District). Graduates leave with rigorous academics, meaningful real-world experiences, and the confidence to pursue whatever path comes next.
Middle school is a time when students begin discovering who they are, what inspires them, and where their talents can take them. At Incline Middle School (IMS), those discoveries are intentionally built into the school experience.
Known for its small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and supportive learning environment, IMS offers opportunities that reach far beyond the traditional classroom. Students explore future careers, develop leadership skills, and build meaningful connections with the Lake Tahoe community through hands-on, real-world learning.
At the heart of the IMS experience is the school’s innovative Exploratory Program. Every student participates in a series of nine-week STEAM and career exploration courses designed to spark curiosity, learn “life” skills, build confidence, and help students discover their strengths before entering high school.
What makes the Exploratory Program unique is its connection to the Tahoe Basin. Through partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and industry professionals, students tackle real-world projects that introduce them to careers shaping the region, from environmental science and technology to finance, entrepreneurship, outdoor recreation, and the skilled trades. Many of these experiences take students beyond the classroom and into the field, using the Lake Tahoe environment as a living laboratory for exploration and discovery. These hands-on opportunities connect classroom learning to real possibilities, helping students discover new interests while envisioning future career paths.
Students can also participate in the nationally recognized We the People civics program, recently relaunched under veteran educator Scott Daniels. Through simulated congressional hearings and constitutional debate, students strengthen their critical-thinking, communication, and civic leadership skills while gaining a deeper understanding of their role as engaged citizens.
By blending rigorous academics with hands-on exploration, community partnerships, and personalized support, Incline Middle School gives students the confidence to take on new challenges and the freedom to discover where their passions can lead. It’s a place where curiosity grows into confidence, and where students begin building the foundation for success in high school, college, careers, and beyond
In The News – Tahoe from two wheels: A bike path guide to experiencing Lake Tahoe’s hidden gems
September 7, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 9/7/2026, Written by Katelyn Welsh
Sunscreen—check. Hiking boots—check. Swimsuit and towel—check. It’s the final checklist review before embarking on the Lake Tahoe vacation of your dreams, but did you remember to bring your bike (and helmet)?
With Tahoe’s expansive multi-use path system, there’s a scenic bike ride just around the corner, no matter where you stay—offering a unique way to explore Lake Tahoe and discover its hidden gems.
The smell of pine trees, the wind nuzzling your hair, and the crunch of pine cones are just a few examples of how these paths pave the way to a more palpable Tahoe experience.
North Tahoe
North Tahoe is known for its smaller, charming towns, laid-back vibes, rich history, and abundant recreational opportunities with both Lake Tahoe and the Truckee River to explore. A vast network of paths offers access to nooks on the east, west, and north sides of the lake, as well as along the scenic Truckee River corridor to Olympic Village.
East Shore Trail
The crown jewel of multi-use paths in Lake Tahoe, this new trail teleports users to one turquoise cove after another and ends at Lake Tahoe’s most well-known beach, Sand Harbor. Biking to Sand Harbor allows you to skip the reservation system and the entrance fee is 80% off ($2) if you arrive by bike. For no fee, Hidden Beach and many other coves are scattered along the path. You can add the ride along the Lakeshore Blvd path adjacent to lakeside mansions and head up Village Blvd for food and drinks in Incline Village. Note, the beaches along Lakeshore Blvd are private.
This is a bittersweet month as we say goodbye to two people who have shaped our Long Range Planning team in very meaningful ways: John Hester, our longest-serving team member and Chief Operating Officer; and Kaley Arboleda, our multi-talented outreach coordinator and assistant planner. While both are heading off to exciting new chapters—“retirement,” for John (though I question how long this status will apply), and a planning position for Kaley on California’s coast—it’s hard to imagine our team without them.
John inspired agency planners to think bigger, helping evolve an idea picked up in the field into something that will work at Lake Tahoe. Kaley’s role mirrored that on the public-facing side—she was connecting on housing issues with people, particularly those new to the process, making sure those same ideas landed clearly and stayed engaging once they reached the community.
We are grateful for the time we got to spend working with and learning from both of them.
Best of luck to John and Kaley in their future endeavors.-Karen Fink, Long Range Planning Director
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Partners with Local Musicians for Live Music Showcase
September 7, 2026 | Member Submitted
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, an award-winning year-round destination nestled in the stunning natural beauty of North Lake Tahoe’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, partners with musicians to celebrate the diverse talent of local and regional performers. Throughout the year, the resort provides a stage for artists at their Cutthroat’s Saloon.
“Lake Tahoe is home to an incredible community of talented musicians, and we are proud to provide a place where they can share their music with our guests and the local community,” said Pascal Dupuis, General Manager of Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. “Our lineup features an incredible range of musical styles, from jazz and blues to folk, rock, and reggae creating a unique experience for diners to discover new artists and enjoy longtime favorites.”
This resort’s live music lineup showcases a diverse collection of musicians and musical styles. Featured artists include:
Peter Wilson is an award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist based in the Grass Valley and Nevada City area. Wilson’s music draws from folk, blues, jazz and jam rock. He has released numerous recordings and is also a member of the Deadbeats, a Grateful Dead tribute band, and a founding member of Paul Emery’s 1000 Kisses Deep which celebrates the music of Leonard Cohen.
Miki Rae is Lake Tahoe-area singer-songwriter known for a feel-good blend of reggae, rock and folk. Performing both as a solo artist and with Miki Rae & The Hooligans, she combines reggae rhythms with psychedelic guitar, ukulele and original lyrics often inspired by nature and the people and experiences around her.
Karrie O’Neill is a singer-songwriter and guitarist whose acoustic performances blend elements of jazz, folk and blues music. Known for her expressive vocals and versatile performance style, O’Neill regularly performs throughout the Lake Tahoe and Reno region and has released several collections of original music.
Erika Paul is an accomplished jazz singer, pianist, songwriter, recording artist, and arranger. Known as “The Jazz Lady,” Paul performs everything from jazz standards to original compositions and has been a longtime fixture of the Lake Tahoe music scene.
Jason King is a renowned singer-songwriter and guitarist whose music draws inspiration from blues, Americana and rock. Influenced by artists such as the Allman Brothers and Led Zeppelin, King is known for his soulful approach to guitar, songwriting and live performance.
Roland Stone is a singer-songwriter raised just outside Lake Tahoe. He grew up in a musical family and developed an appreciation for a wide range of genres and eras. His performances reflect those influences and his passion for using music to create positive, memorable experiences for audiences.
Mic Smith is a singer-songwriter whose sound combines Western, rock and folk influences, Smith spent more than a decade living and performing in South Lake Tahoe. Known for acoustic storytelling and a gritty, rock-influenced sound, he has performed throughout the West Coast, appeared at TEDx events, and released original music inspired by his experiences on the road.
Christopher Hall is a versatile singer and guitarist based in South Lake Tahoe. His performances draw inspiration from rock, pop and alternative music, with a diverse repertoire of covers spanning classic and contemporary artists. Known for his adaptable performance style, Hall performs both as a solo artist and with ensembles, tailoring his music to create memorable experiences for weddings, parties and private events.
Vincenzo Amato is a singer, guitarist and musician based in the Reno and Lake Tahoe area. His music blends alternative rock, funk, and reggae influences; reflecting his diverse musical background and experience performing with artists across a range of genres. Known for his energetic live performances, Amato performs as a solo artist and with various ensembles, creating dynamic musical experiences.
Before September 10, Cutthroat’s Saloon will feature live music every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., as well as every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. After September 10, live music will continue every Friday and Saturday from 8.m. to 10 p.m. The September lineup will feature a variety of local and regional musicians performing across genres, creating a lively setting for guests to enjoy throughout the week.
For more information on meetings and events at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, please visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com, or call (775) 832-1234.
About Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Situated among the towering peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the award-winning Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino offers a premier destination based in the nature-infused setting of North Lake Tahoe. The resort is home to an on-site Adventure program offering daily guided activities to help guests explore the Tahoe outdoors with everything from group hikes to meditation sessions. Guests can enjoy premium amenities such as a year-round heated lagoon-style pool, two hot tubs, and a 25,000 square-foot Grand Lodge Casino. The resort also boasts the 20,000 square-foot Stillwater Spa featuring a variety of relaxing massages, facials and body treatments as well as state-of-the-art touchless therapies including the Cryobuilt Cryo Chamber, the “Pearl” revolutionary float orb, and the “Harmony” bioacoustic mat. The property showcases premier dining opportunities at the brand-new Osteria Sierra offering elevated Italian cuisine, pub-style fare at Cutthroat’s Saloon, and grab-and-go selections at Tahoe Provisions. Additional culinary delights include afternoon tea service on the weekends and a selection of world-class pastries created by the resort’s renowned team of pastry chefs. Recognized for excellence, the resort has garnered numerous awards including Travel + Leisure’s 500 Best Hotels in the World, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best, Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Smart Meetings Smart Stars Awards, and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotel Awards.
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is located on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe, at 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV, 89451. For more information, visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com or follow the resort on Facebook or Instagram.
About Hyatt Regency hotels
The Hyatt Regency brand is a global collection of hotels and resorts found in more than 200 locations in over 40 countries around the world. The depth and breadth of this diverse portfolio, from expansive resorts to urban city centers, is a testament to the brand’s evolutionary spirit. For more than 50 years, the Hyatt Regency brand has championed fresh perspectives and enriching experiences, while its forward-thinking philosophy provides guests with inviting spaces that bring people together and foster a spirit of community. As a hospitality original, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness—our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. The brand prides itself on an everlasting reputation for insightful care—one that welcomes all people across all countries and cultures, generation after generation. For more information, please visit hyatt.com
Originally published by TRPA ENews – September 2026
When U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg gave the keynote address at the Tahoe Summit in 2024, he told the crowd of 1,200 people how he would explain his visit to his 3-year-old daughter.
“I went to a place full of people who are working to make their roads safer, to make their air cleaner, and to keep their lake safe,” said Secretary Buttigieg.
His words capture the interconnectedness of transportation and environmental protection in Tahoe. How people move through the basin affects the air we breathe, the water we protect, and the communities we call home.
Tahoe’s seasonal influx of visitors puts significant pressure on the region’s environment, roads, recreation sites, and communities. Through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program(EIP), TRPA and Team Tahoe partners are working together to create safer, more connected, and more sustainable ways to get around the basin.
Whether it’s building bike trails and shuttle systems that reduce vehicle use or upgrading trailheads to improve parking and signage, Team Tahoe transportation partners are helping people enjoy Tahoe without losing what makes it special.
One of the most transformative examples is taking shape along Tahoe’s iconic East Shore. Photos by: TRPA and Brandi Caskey / Indigo Photography
A Safer, More Connected East Shore
The 28-mile Nevada State Route 28 (SR 28) corridor serves more than 1 million recreation visitors and 4 million vehicles each year. It’s a National Scenic Byway and an iconic stretch of Tahoe shoreline, connecting visitors to some of the region’s most popular recreation destinations. But accommodating that demand while protecting this extraordinary landscape is a complex transportation challenge. Limited parking and pedestrian facilities have created significant safety, congestion, and environmental challenges.
In 2013, 13 partner agencies came together to develop a shared vision for the corridor: safer travel, better recreation access, less impact on Lake Tahoe, and more transportation choices. That collaborative vision continues today through a suite of projects being advanced by partners throughout the corridor.
The Tahoe East Shore Trail was the first major milestone, opening its first 3 miles between Incline Village and Sand Harbor State Park in 2019. The trail, combined with managed parking areas at the north end and active parking enforcement outside of the park, effectively eliminated unsafe roadside parking along a key section of SR 28 and helped manage capacity at Sand Harbor State Park.
The trail is now being extended with funding from a federal grant and significant philanthropic support through the Tahoe Fund, creating more opportunities to walk and bike along the shoreline. Work is underway to expand the East Shore Trail from Sand Harbor to Thunderbird Lodge and eventually all the way south to Spooner Summit, where the Nevada Department of Transportation is constructing the Spooner Mobility Hub. This managed parking area will also house a permanent aquatic invasive species watercraft inspection station.
Other pieces of the vision are coming together, too. The U.S. Forest Service and partners recently completed improvements to the Chimney Beach trailhead parking area, providing safer off-highway access to popular recreation areas.
The East Shore Express, operated by the Tahoe Transportation District, offers another way to access the corridor and leave personal vehicles behind. The Express is planned to extend beyond its current route between Tunnel Creek and Sand Harbor State Park, connecting more recreation sites to new and planned parking areas along the corridor.
Together, these projects are transforming SR 28 from a challenging two-lane highway into a safer, more connected, and sustainable gateway to Tahoe’s abundant public lands.
Graphic by: Tahoe Transportation District
The improved Chimney Beach parking (left) and the in-progress Spooner Mobility Hub and Aquatic Invasive Species Inspection Station project (right) showcase how EIP investments can improve safety and recreation access while protecting Lake Tahoe’s water quality and supporting more sustainable transportation. Photos by: TRPA
It never concerned me that there were so many people smarter than I was, because I always knew I had just enough smarts to appreciate and enjoy this crazy world of ours. But when a machine demonstrates that it is smarter than I am, well now, that is disconcerting…
Just the other day, in a first such incidence to be documented, an autonomous AI guided drone killed a human target in Ukraine. Yes, McAvoy, weapons are now capable of making decisions to attack. Excuse me while I place a cold towel on my forehead…
While we humans are standing still in the matter, chatbots are surpassing most of us in our faculty to create flowing text, and as helpful as this might be in the short term, it will prove deleterious in the long run, as we casual humans will take all the shortcuts we can get…
We know that unassisted composition is good for us, and we are finding out that when we write in partnership with chatbots, our brains shift down a few gears. We are fast discovering that regular AI use can be debasing to critical and creative thinking. Our brainwaves actually slow down and flatten out when we lean on AI.
I admire people who walk around on titanium knees, and I applaud people who walk around on titanium hips, but I’ll be darned if I will congratulate anybody who is walking around on a titanium brain.
Personally, I refuse to surrender any of my cognitive abilities to AI. I find it noble to harbor emotions, extend kindness, express love, and be utterly human.
Perhaps a kinder chatbot is on the horizon, to deliver that day when we can all become artists and musicians, but right now it seems to me that AI is capable of tossing the baby out the window with the bathwater. And when that happens, do you suppose a robot is going to be outside that window to catch that baby? No, but a human just might be out there to catch and coddle that baby, while the robot is outback counting beans…
And, I just read that OpenAI recently discovered that a new artificial intelligence model it was testing had gone rogue, and hacked another company.
Recently a robot beat Usain Bolt’s 100m world record of 9.58 seconds. So what? Can that robot now go into the schools and encourage kids to eat nourishing foods, so they can be stronger, jump higher and run faster? No! Well then, will that fast robot be retired to a stud farm? No, most likely that fast robot will be delivering pizzas!
On the flip side, the day that AI can cure cancer, negotiate tariffs, broker ceasefires and expand peace, I will eat my UNR Wolfie Jr. hat on national TV, and will not ask for condiments to sweeten-up the occasion. Hope springs eternal…
In The News – Lake Tahoe otter attack highlights the importance of swimming and self-rescue skills
September 4, 2026 | Member Submitted
Origionally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 9/4/2026, Written by Petra Molina
A routine swim in Lake Tahoe turned into a frightening fight for survival for Reno woman Lynnette Bellin, who was attacked by an otter near Hidden Beach in Incline Village. The attack was a “humbling reminder” that knowing how to swim and respond to an emergency are essential life skills, she said.
Bellin, a swim instructor who has spent more than two decades swimming in Lake Tahoe, said the attack happened Aug. 30.
She said she fought off the otter in the water before climbing onto the rocks to escape. But the animal followed her out of the water and continued attacking. She eventually managed to get away and make her way to the East Shore Bike Trail, where she encountered first responders. She was taken to the emergency room, where she received 38 stitches for her injuries and rabies shots following the attack.
