As summer slowly comes to a close and skiers and snowboarders start daydreaming about the deep powder days that could arrive this ski season thanks to El Nino conditions, some snow enthusiasts are already getting a jump on it. The new Sugar Bowl-Woodward Tahoe Unrestricted Pass gives skiers and riders winter access to Sugar Bowl’s […]
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What’s new at Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows
One of the most popular lifts at Squaw Valley ski resort is the Siberia Express chairlift. Skiers and riders will be happy to know that the Siberia Express chair will be new and improved for the 2015-16 ski season. The new chairlift is part of the improvements and new experiences that will take place for […]
Mt. Rose ski resort raises minimum wage to $11/hour
Starting in September, working at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe will get a little better for some employees. The popular Nevada ski resort will begin paying some of its employees a much better wage. Mt. Rose ski resort announced recently that it will increase its minimum wage for all positions that were previously below, to a new minimum […]
Mammoth Mountain offering lift-lodging deals
For California’s skiers and snowboarders, August 1 is an important one if you happen to be counting down the days when you can hit the slopes for skiing or snowboarding at one of California’s premier ski resorts – Mammoth Mountain. The countdown is 100 days for the opening of Mammoth Mountain’s winter 2015-16 opener Nov. […]
Diamond Peak ski resort offering season pass perks
Skiing or snowboarding at Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe this season will come with more perks than ever before. Diamond Peak season passholders for 2015-16 season will enjoy additional value. The new perks include Bonus Resort Credit, Resort Coupon Books, Bring-A-Friend Tickets, and additional bonus lift tickets. The new Bonus Resort Credit – […]
Heavenly ski resort’s summer expansion plans
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL The U.S. Forest Service has tentatively approved Heavenly ski resort’s expansion plans, including the addition of some unique attractions. Soon enough, south shore residents and its visitors could be gliding through the mountains or pedaling through the treetops at Heavenly Mountain Resort during the summer. Heavenly Mountain Resort is best known as a […]
Gondola will connect Squaw Valley, Alpine ski resorts
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Rumored for several years, the link that has been speculated between jointly owned Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows is now official. Squaw Valley Ski Holdings, LLC announced it has reached an agreement with the owner of private land located between Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows to create a base-to-base gondola connection between […]
Squaw Valley-Alpine Meadows offer season-pass deals
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL It’s not too early to start considering a season pass for next season. Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows, two mutually-owned ski resorts in Lake Tahoe, are currently offering their season-pass deal for the 2015-16 season. Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows say they are making it easier than ever for skiers and snowboarders […]
Sierra-at-Tahoe offering $289 season pass
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Ski season is concluded this season at Sierra-at-Tahoe. However, it’s not too early for skiers and snowboarders to begin making plans for the 2015-16 ski season. Sierra-at-Tahoe is focused on offering an affordable season pass price of $289 for guests who purchase the 2015-16 Keepin’ It Real Unlimited Season Pass before May […]
Mt. Rose ski resort scheduled to stay open thru April 19
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL While many Lake Tahoe ski resorts are closing this month, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe continues to offer good conditions with the majority of its terrain still open thanks to its high base elevation at 8,260 feet. With snow depths of two to five feet, skiers and riders can count on making spring […]