If the snow continues to drop like this, Sugar Bowl ski resort in Lake Tahoe might receive the most snow in the iconic resort’s long history. Located off Interstate 89 at the Norden exit, Sugar Bowl is reporting 546 inches of snow this season. And another foot of snow could arrive Friday, and the forecast […]
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Vail Resorts in Lake Tahoe surpass season snow totals
The three Vail Resorts in Lake Tahoe – Northstar California, Heavenly Mountain, Kirkwood Mountain – are all reporting tremendous snow totals for the 2016-17 ski season. That comes as no surprise, considering the large storms that have descended on the Tahoe region, especially in January. All three Vail Resorts have already exceeded their season-average snow […]
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 […]
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 […]
Snowy conditions shut down several Lake Tahoe ski resorts
Extreme weather conditions in Lake Tahoe had some ski resorts closing Sunday or offering limited access to terrain for skiing and snowboarding. A third storm arrived Sunday in the Lake Tahoe region, where many locals were hunkering down indoors and content with letting the latest day of difficult weather conditions pass. The heavy snow arrived […]
Squaw Valley reporting highest monthly snow totals in 45 years
Although there were still 11 days left in January, Squaw Valley proudly sent out a tweet this morning that stated the famed Lake Tahoe ski resort had already recorded the most snow in one month in 45 years. Squaw Valley has so much snow this month they are referring to it as “Januburied.” The resort […]