I have lived in So. Cal. for most of my 72 yrs. But have gone to the Lake every year for 50 yrs w/ wife and family for our summer vacation. Kids love it, Grandkids love it. Recently 15 of us go, rent a house on beach 15 min. from the stateline. I have collected chips for last 20 yrs. and Tahoe is my favorite. My best harvest is the very rare 6-7 known Gary's 2.00 Bi. I just feel so good at the lake, been all over the world, and have found no place on earth as fantastic as the Lake, gives me a high just looking at the Lake and trees, & breathing the fresh air. Would live year around, but wife say's no to winters.