The excitement was palpable among a 150 or more anxious skiers and snowboarders who had arrived early in anticipation of a powder day at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows. Nothing motivates skiers and riders to get out of bed early more than the promise of a powder day. And in late January, with more than a […]
Tahoe Ski Resorts
Diamond Peak ski resort opens new terrain park
Diamond Peak ski resort recently opened its new terrain park that features a gorgeous view of Lake Tahoe. After receiving 14 inches of fresh snow and extensive snowmaking efforts, Diamond Peak Ski Resort opened nine more trails and unveiled the Lakeview Terrain Park that has six features. The resort in Incline Village has 16 of […]
Diamond Peak will feature Warren Miller films
Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe will be holding a Retro Ski Film series that honors Warren Miller. A famed ski filmmaker, Miller passed away last week. The seven-week film series begins Feb. 15 and features five of Miller’s entertaining and amazing ski films. The family-friendly film series is every Thursday evening through March […]
Mikaela Shiffrin new Ikon Pass Ambassador
U.S. Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin has joined forces with Alterra Mountain Company as an investor and is helping launch the Ikon Pass as an Ambassador. The Ikon Pass will debut in the Winter 2018-2019 and offers skiers and snowboarders access to 23 iconic destinations. The California resorts include Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain […]
Julia Mancuso trades in skis for NBC microphone
Julia Mancuso of Squaw Valley will trade in her skis for an NBC microphone at this year’s Olympics. One of the most decorated skiers to call Squaw Valley her home, the 33-year-old Mancuso retired Friday. She departs an 18-year career as the most successful female American skier at major championships, with nine medals spread between […]
Sierra-at-Tahoe will honor snowboarder Natasha Sagucka
The memory of snowboarder Natasha “Tash” Sagucka will live in infamy at Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort. Sierra-at-Tahoe has dedicated an event in loving memory of the local snowboarder at its USASA “Jammin’ 4 Tash” event Saturday, Jan. 20 on the Broadway Trail. Additionally, Natasha will be commemorated each year on the last USASA Rail Jam event […]
Tahoe Star Tours offers snowshoeing, stargazing
Gazing at the stars can be a cool evening activity for the entire family, thanks to Tahoe Star Tours. Visitors to North Lake Tahoe and Truckee interested in a unique, educational evening under the night sky are invited to snowshoeing with stargazing or participate in one of Tahoe Star Tours’ new Stars & S’mores sessions […]
Northstar California ski resort opens more terrain
Despite no new snow, Northstar California ski resort in Lake Tahoe has opened additional terrain for the Christmas holidays. Northstar California announced Friday that it has expanded terrain on The Backside that now includes Drifter, a blue run accessible by riding the Tahoe Zephyr Express chairlift. The opening of the run connects the Backside Express […]
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows named official U.S. training site
The slopes of Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows gained more prominence with the announcement this week that the Lake Tahoe ski resort will be designated as an Official Training Site of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team. U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced a five-year agreement with Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows. The Lake Tahoe resort joins Mammoth Mountain, […]
Snowmaking saving many Lake Tahoe ski resorts
An extremely disappointing December in regards to snow has impacted many Lake Tahoe ski resorts. However, larger ski resorts tend to separate themselves from the smaller ones when a lack of snow takes place. Heavenly Mountain is a great example of a resort that benefits tremendously from its snowmaking capabilities, which it has billed for […]