Like many Lake Tahoe ski resorts right now, Homewood Mountain has some spectacular ski conditions that are a huge draw for skiers and snowboarders. Many Lake Tahoe ski resorts have already exceeded their season snow totals and it’s only mid-February. Homewood Mountain has snow depths ranging from 88 inches at the base area to 191 […]
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Highway 50 closed indefinitely
The news continues to get worse for Highway 50. Caltrans announced Monday that Highway 50 would be closed indefinitely. There are three major mudslides across a 12-mile stretch along Highway 50. Caltrans is referring to these as “active mudslides.” There are several smaller slides as well. The highway is closed in both directions between Pollock […]
Caltrans hoping to open Highway 50 on Monday
Caltrans officials are hoping to open Highway 50 sometime Monday. The main corridor to South Lake Tahoe has been closed since early Friday evening due to mudslides. On Sunday, Caltrans said that Highway 50 in the Kyburz area would remain closed indefinitely due to multiple mudslides. This means the main route between the South Shore […]
Main artery to South Lake Tahoe – Highway 50 – remains closed
Although Sunday is a classic bluebird day at Lake Tahoe ski resorts, getting there and back is a major challenge. Highway 50, the main artery into South Lake Tahoe, has been closed for several days. Caltrans announced on Twitter earlier Sunday that it expected Highway 50 to be closed for the remainder of the day […]
Mt. Rose’s snow totals now exceed yearly average
Although there is still a lot of time left in the 2016-17 ski season, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe has already exceeded its annual snow total. Mt. Rose’s season-to-date snow total is 555 inches, thanks to its high base area elevation and 350-plus inches of snow in January. The Lake Tahoe area resort in Nevada received […]
Is it time to upgrade your ski clothing?
The story originally appeared on Senior Skiing. What to wear is a topic that many people don’t understand when it comes to skiing and snowboarding. Below are some clothing tips to absorb. Base layers: Cotton is NOT for skiing, silk could be OK for hot conditions, synthetic (polypropylene, acrylic) and merino wool and combinations of them will […]
Why Lake Tahoe is a wonderful ski destination
By Wendell Gordon Lake Tahoe is considered one of the most beautiful ski destinations in the world thanks to its spectacular views. People who are looking for a skiing or snowboarding challenge can visit Tahoe to enjoy a memorable experience that offers sweeping views of the surrounding Sierra mountain range. Below are some reasons that […]
More snow on the menu Super Bowl weekend in Lake Tahoe
Super Bowl weekend in Lake Tahoe won’t be just about football. A snowy weekend is predicted in Lake Tahoe, which means ski resorts may be offering some exciting powder days for skiers and snowboarders. “Tahoe is the destination to ski all morning then catch the Big Game in the afternoon at one of the many […]
GoFundMe account grows to $161,000 for Squaw Valley ski patrol member
A GoFundMe account, established in honor of a deceased Squaw Valley ski patrol member, has raised a little more than $161,000 for the family of Joe Zuiches. The 42-year-old Zuiches, who lived in Olympic Valley, where Squaw Valley is located, leaves behind a wife and son. He was killed Tuesday morning during avalanche control activities […]
GoFundMe account started for Squaw Valley ski patrol member killed today
A GoFundMe account has been established for Joe Zuiches, a Squaw Valley ski patrol member who was killed Tuesday morning during avalanche control activities at the Lake Tahoe ski resort. The 42-year-old Zuiches, who lived in Olympic Valley, where Squaw Valley is located, leaves behind a wife and son. To contribute to the Zuiches GoFundMe […]