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Hazards of Tahoe’s deep snow: Beware of deadly snow immersion

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Thanks to a huge storm that descended on Lake Tahoe early Thursday morning (Feb. 13), there’s an abundance of fresh snow at Tahoe ski resorts this weekend. While the 2 to 3½ feet of snow that arrived by Friday morning was a welcome sight, the large quantity also brings along some inherent danger. It’s important […]

Electric ferry could ease traffic in Lake Tahoe

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With its lake extremely popular in the warmer months and its ski resorts overflowing in the winter, the Lake Tahoe region attracts 15 million visitors year-round. And to the frustration of many who live and visit Tahoe, the traffic congestion is a growing problem. Local jurisdictions strive to reduce the issue, but thus far nothing […]

Dee Byrne departing as Palisades Tahoe leader

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After four decades in the ski industry, venerable Dee Byrne has decided it’s time to leave Palisades Tahoe announced the retirement this week of Byrne, President & COO of Palisades Tahoe. She has worked in the ski industry for more than 40 years, the last 13 at Palisades Tahoe. Byrne was the second Lake Tahoe […]

Tahoe Backcountry Safety Week starts Dec. 11

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Backcountry safety is paramount for anyone who likes to make treks into Lake Tahoe’s somewhat dangerous terrain. With that in mind, Take Care Tahoe has scheduled the third annual Tahoe Backcountry Safety Awareness Week, which is full of events and online content. Starting Dec.11 and running through Dec. 16, Backcountry Week is suitable for both novice […]

SPIbelt the perfect ski accessory for keeping valuables safe

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Do you have trouble finding a safe place for your cell phone, keys, money, and other valuable accessories when skiing or snowboarding? When heading down the slopes, the last thing anyone wants to think about is whether their personal belongings are safe and secure – they just want to enjoy the cool ride. The SPIbelt […]

Tahoe ski resorts offer safety tips Jan. 29

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Safety on the ski slopes should be a priority for everyone. But as anyone who frequently skis or rides at Tahoe ski resorts understands, safety isn’t always a consideration. In an effort to help make the sport less dangerous, Ski California member resorts in California and Nevada will promote on-mountain safety initiatives during the fourth […]

Sugar Bowl ski resort opening Nov. 27

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Thanks to recent snowfall and its snowmaking capability, Sugar Bowl ski resort in Lake Tahoe will open Friday, Nov. 27. Sugar Bowl has received 32 inches of of natural snow this month. And thanks to cold evening temperatures, it has frequently had its snowmaking equipment operating. The resort, located off Interstate 80 on Donner Summit, […]

How to become expert skier

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How can you become an advanced skier? Practice! Golfers who regularly hit their driver long and straight don’t do it by accident. Basketball players who methodically make free throw after free throw aren’t lucky. And tennis players with perfect ground strokes that can be repeated over and over again didn’t come by the skill naturally. […]