BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Skiers and snowboarders can get a little history lesson, mixed in with some fun events this weekend at Sugar Bowl ski resort, which is holding a party to commemorate its 75th anniversary. Fresh snow, live music, full operations and a 75th anniversary party will greet skiers and snowboarders this weekend at Sugar […]
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Three-day storm dumps on Lake Tahoe ski resorts
Three days of snow was happily received by Lake Tahoe ski resorts, who naturally benefited from the first snow storm in the region since late December. Most Lake Tahoe ski resorts received over a foot of new snow for skiing and snowboarding. Currently there are over 50 lifts spinning in the North Lake Tahoe region, providing […]
Squaw Valley ski resort expecting 18 inches of new snow
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Both Squaw Valley ski resort and neighboring Alpine Meadows benefited greatly from Friday’s snow storm. And more is on the way today. The winter storm sweeping through the Sierra on Friday brought 15 inches of fresh snow to Squaw Valley’s upper mountain and 10 inches of fresh snow to Alpine Meadows’ upper […]
Snow report: Dumping at Lake Tahoe ski resorts
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL There was plenty of rejoicing Friday at Lake Tahoe ski resorts. The reason was mentioned several times on Twitter where the message was short and to the point: “Dumping.” Indeed, it was dumping throughout the Sierra in the first major snow storm since Dec. 20. Heading the list of reported snow was […]
New snow at many Lake Tahoe ski resorts
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL It was a rare sight, but certainly a welcome one. Some unexpected snow dropped Tuesday on Lake Tahoe ski resorts, the first measurable snowfall since around Dec. 20. Many resorts were thrilled to receive fresh snow and replenish the amounts which have been disappearing from all Lake Tahoe ski resorts since the Christmas […]
Learn to Ski, Snowboard Month in Lake Tahoe
Want to learn how to ski or snowboard? Here’s your chance. The National SnowSports Industry Association puts on Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month every January to ignite and rekindle passions for skiing and snowboarding. Many of North Lake Tahoe’s 12 downhill resorts are offering steep discounts on lessons, lift tickets, rentals and more, making it […]
Lake Tahoe ski resorts enjoying strong holiday season
There’s no doubt Lake Tahoe depends heavily on the ski season to help fill its hotels, visit its restaurants, spend money at its casinos, and in general leave behind a trail of cash that gets spread around throughout the region’s business community. And there is no more important time than during the holiday season. Experience […]
Three more Lake Tahoe ski resorts open for season
There are three more Lake Tahoe ski resorts to consider for some holiday skiing and snowboarding – Homewood Mountain Resort, Diamond Peak Ski Resort and Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Winter storms and continual snowfall prompted the season opening of the three North Lake Tahoe ski resorts. All 17 Lake Tahoe-area ski resorts are now […]
Homewood ski resort opens today
This is a day to savor for local skiers and snowboarders who love making some turns at their neighborhood ski resort – Homewood Mountain Resort. Homewood ski resort will kick off open 2014-15 ski season Saturday (Dec. 20) for skiing and snowboarding with limited, intermediate and advanced-level terrain on the upper mountain, as well as […]
Diamond Peak ski resort opens today
After patiently waiting for the snow to accumulate in Lake Tahoe, Diamond Peak ski resort is set to open. Opening day is scheduled for today, Dec. 20. Diamond Peak ski resort’s scheduled lifts and trails for skiing and snowboarding will be updated on DiamondPeak.com prior to opening day. Visit the website to purchase season passes, […]