As predicted, snow totals were high from the storm that began Wednesday morning and continued into the early hours on Thursday. Led by Sugar Bowl with 29 inches, four Tahoe ski resorts were reporting 2 feet or more of snow and two other resorts were 1 inch short of the 2-foot-mark. It supports the theory […]
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Will Tahoe ski resorts receive another Miracle March?
It’s hunker-down time in Lake Tahoe, because the region is about to get hit by a powerful storm that’s going to bring heavy snowfall. The storm is expected to begin Tuesday evening (March 11) and continue with varying degrees through early next week. Considering the low snow totals for the 2024-25 season, Tahoe ski resorts […]
Scorsese film depicts Alpine Meadows avalanche
One of the most terrifying stories in the history of Lake Tahoe skiing will most likely hit the big screen in 2026. Acclaimed movie director Martin Scorsese is scheduled to produce a film that plans to revisit the story of the infamous 1982 Alpine Meadows ski resort avalanche incident. The film – Wall of White […]
Mt. Rose extends hours two nights a week
If skiing or snowboarding early Friday or Saturday evening is one’s idea of a tremendous way to enjoy the weekend, there is one more option among Tahoe ski resorts – Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. For a third straight season, Mt. Rose will stay open late for skiers and snowboarders. Operations will continue until 5:30 p.m. […]
Modest snow totals for Tahoe ski resorts
In a season where snow totals are below the norm, every little bit helps. And that’s what is taking place lately at Tahoe ski resorts where the snow has been dropping, but only in minimal amounts. Snow totals registered Thursday morning (March 6) were modest by the area’s usual amounts. Nine Tahoe ski resorts had […]
Origin of Snowboarding
This is the second of three installments of a series that focuses on snowboarding – examining the early years when the snow sport was forbidden worldwide, it’s humble beginnings, and its eventual rise to prominence in Lake Tahoe. Because the sledding wasn’t going well on Christmas day with his daughters, Sherm Poppen sought something different, […]
Chelsea Handler seeks Guinness record at Palisades Tahoe
It might be difficult to find comedian and longtime late-night talk show host Chelsea Handler on TV these days, but she will be very visible for one day this month at Palisades Tahoe ski resort. Handler has a goal of setting the Guinness World Record for the “Largest Swimsuit Ski Run” on March 14 at […]
Tahoe resorts played role in snowboarding gaining acceptance
This is the first of three installments of a series that focuses on snowboarding – examining the early years when the snow sport was forbidden worldwide, it’s humble beginnings, and its eventual rise to prominence in Lake Tahoe. The loathing was initially intense. But a disdainful group of youthful individuals could have cared less and […]
Palisades Tahoe holding local race series
Late afternoon, early evening racing among area skiers and snowboarders is returning to Palisades Tahoe. The Palisades Tahoe Town Race League Series will kick off Wednesday, March 5, welcoming skiers and snowboarders of all abilities to compete in a friendly alpine racing competition for six consecutive weeks – weather permitting. The series will be held […]
Diamond Peak Luggi Foeger Festival returns March 22
Looking for a challenging, fun activity in the snow this winter? Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe may have the perfect challenge. Diamond Peak will hosting the adventurous and scenic SkiMo competition – the sixth annual Luggi Foeger Uphill/Downhill Festival – March 22-23 for a weekend of human-powered adventure and friendly competition. Named in honor […]