To be completely honest, I've given Tenaya Creek multiple chances. However, their beers just aren't that good. Every variety I've tried is skunky. If you're ever in the Vegas area, the best local beer is Able Baker Brewing hands down.
It should be mandatory that if you move away from CA, you have to move to New Mexico. It's perfect! Plenty of wide open spaces, low population, and still run by liberals!