Once known as a cumbersome sport utility vehicle that didn’t have mass appeal, the Nissan Pathfinder is gradually gaining admirers thanks to some smart changes over the past few years. The front-wheel drive Pathfinder (all-wheel drive is an option) is one of the original SUV trailblazers and this year celebrates its 30th anniversary. In that […]
Mt. Rose ski resort delays opening day
Although weekend storms delivered snow to the Lake Tahoe, it wasn’t enough for Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe to make a planned Halloween opening date. The resort, located off Mt. Rose Highway in Nevada, requires a minimum of 10 inches of base for skiers and snowboarders and it didn’t happen. Mt. Rose received an estimated 5 […]
Tahoe Star Tours begins Dec. 21 at Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
For star-loving watchers, Tahoe Star Tours will host a series of evenings under the stars this winter that pair stargazing with a snowshoe tour. Each Tahoe Snow Tours event provides an opportunity to enjoy an educational evening in the snow learning about the night sky, led by local astronomer, Tony Berendsen, an award-winning amateur astronomer residing in Reno, Nev. “The combination of […]
Best Skis For Senior Skiers
By Jon Weisberg Ski manufacturers have never designed a ski for senior skiers. With about one million on the slopes, there’s enough of us to justify the investment. But don’t hold your breath. However, there has been a breakthrough this season. For the first time, an in-depth evaluation of the best skis for older skiers is […]
Chio named Executive Director of Squaw Valley Ski Museum Foundation
Sandy Chio has joined Squaw Valley Ski Museum Foundation (SVSMF) as the organization’s Executive Director. She comes to North Lake Tahoe from Park City, UT, where she led the marketing and communications team for the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, a non-profit created as part of the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake to maintain and preserve three […]
Arapahoe Basin first ski resort to open in North America
Arapahoe Basin opened Oct. 21, becoming the first ski resort in the U.S. and North America to start running its lifts for the 2016-17 ski season. Early morning (Oct. 19), mere hours before the sun melted Summit County’s fresh coating of 3 to 4 inches from the night before, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area made the opening […]
Subaru Outback capable off-road SUV
It’s considered a sport utility vehicle, but could easily be mistaken for a wagon. I’m guessing the folks at Subaru could care less how the 2017 Subaru Outback is categorized: as long as it sells. And regardless of looks – which are appealing – there are many good selling points for the latest version of […]
What’s new this season at Tahoe Donner ski resort?
Like most ski resorts in the Lake Tahoe region, Tahoe Donner is preparing for winter. With all the buzz from the recent snowfall, the resort along Donner Lake is announcing new developments and offerings for the upcoming 2016-2017 season. A few Tahoe Donner highlights include: Cross Country Ski Area: The recent acquisition of Crabtree Canyon […]
Storm dumps 18 inches on Mt. Rose ski resort
The first major snow storm descended on Lake Tahoe late Sunday evening, producing measurable snow totals for the first time since spring time. There was rejoicing at Mt. Rose Ski Resort near Tahoe, which could make it the first resort in California to open for the season. Mt. Rose confirmed its plans to open for […]
What’s new this ski season at Sierra-at-Tahoe?
Like many ski resorts in the Lake Tahoe region, Sierra-at-Tahoe will be making some positive changes for the upcoming 2016-17 ski season. Located off Highway 50 near South Lake Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe averages of 460 inches of snow each season for skiers and snowboarders. Expanded Sculpted Learning Terrain: Learning to ski or snowboard is all about […]