Ann Marie Brown
The author of 13 guidebooks and hundreds of magazine articles on California recreation, Ann Marie Brown is a dedicated outdoorswoman. She hikes, bikes, skis, and camps more than 150 days each year in an all-out effort to avoid routine, complacency, and getting a real job. When she isn't on her skis or on the trail, Ann Marie can be found at her home in South Lake Tahoe, usually taking a nap. For more information on her books, visit www.annmariebrown.com.
Q & A
How do you like to get down the hill, ski or snowboard?Ski
What is your favorite trail?The Wall
What is your favorite restaurant?Blue Water Bistro, S. Lake Tahoe
What is your favorite off-mountain activity?Birdwatching
What is your favorite resort?Kirkwood
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