Liesl Kenney has quite the skiing pedigree, frequently traveling as a youngster with her father, who was a coach with the U.S. Ski Team. She has traveled the world to major ski events, but now makes her home in Lake Tahoe. Kenney now has a new “work home.” Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, which are owned by […]
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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 […]
Willys Jeep 6-226 Wagon for sale at charity auction
Hot August Nights will give attendees not only the chance to view vintage automobiles, but the opportunity to purchase one as well. Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows and the High Fives Foundation announce the sale of Shirley, a custom-restored 1957 Willys Jeep 6-226 Wagon, at this year’s Hot August Nights classic car convention on Friday, August […]
Squaw Valley: Hold Sierra Watch to the Truth
This column is in response to Sierra Watch’s (Tom Mooers) recent commentary that was posted earlier this week on Tahoe Ski World. By Andy Wirth There are rare circumstances whereby we as a society are OK with people misstating the truth. One of those circumstances, for instance, includes fishing stories that may go something like […]
Commentary: Is Squaw Valley expansion needed?
By Tom Mooers/Opinion piece Denver-based KSL Capital Partners purchased Squaw Valley in 2010, and is now pursuing a sweeping set of entitlements that would remake the region with development of a size, scale and scope Tahoe has never seen. Their current proposal, known as the Squaw Valley Village Specific Plan, includes a series of high-rise […]
Squaw Valley hosting Art Wine and Music Festival
Accomplished artists, musicians, breweries and wineries will converge this weekend at the 14th annual The Village at Squaw Valley’s Art Wine and Music Festival. The event takes place Saturday and Sunday (July 11-12) at Squaw Valley, where guests can bask in the sun, listen to music, and enjoy the mountain air with a cool drink in […]
North Lake Tahoe Fourth of July activities
There are an abundance of Fourth of July activities in the North Lake Tahoe. There are activities to fit the entire family, ranging from concerts and barbeques to vintage car shows. However, an Independence Day trip to North Lake Tahoe is not complete without enjoying one of North Tahoe’s award-winning fireworks shows from a balcony, […]
Summer activities at Squaw Valley
Ski season is long gone, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t activities going on this summer at Squaw Valley in Lake Tahoe. Squaw Valley welcomes summer to Lake Tahoe with the opening of the High Camp Pool & Hot Tub to the public on Saturday, June 20. From weekly events such as Bluesdays at Squaw […]
Last day to purchase Squaw Valley, Alpine season passes
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows say they are making it easier than ever for skiers and snowboarders to commit to the purchase of next winter’s 2015-16 season pass. Thursday (May 7) is the final day to purchase the Tahoe Super Pass at these prices. The resorts, which are located practically next door to each […]
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 […]