Resorts & Regions
WINTER EVENTS CREATE SIERRA™ RESORT'S CELEBRATED VIBE
Volcom Peanut Butter & Rail Jam - January 3, 2009
Open Circuit and Closed Circuit - January 31 and March 28, 2009 These two events are Sierra Resort's grassroots competition series. Incorporating both slopestyle features and the South Shore's only Superpipe, the events attract skiers and snowboarders from all over Northern California to shred some of the best park features in Lake Tahoe. Prizes galore from the hottest ski and snowboard companies as well as cash prizes make these two events the most popular grassroots events in the Tahoe basin.
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TUBBS FULL MOON SNOWSHOE TOURS January 9 & 10, February 6 & 7, March 6 & 7 [Squaw Valley USA] January 2, 2009- During the full moon Squaw Valley USA offers a special winter alpine activity - guided moonlit snowshoe tours around upper mountain peaks. Guided by a knowledgeable tour leader and the light of the full moon, snowshoers trek to upper mountain vistas to take in spectacular views of the snow covered Sierra and Lake Tahoe, illuminated by the full moon. Full moon snowshoe tours take place this winter January 9 & 10, February 6 & 7, March 6 & 7, 2009. |
| The latest storm has brought over a foot of new snow to Sugar Bowl, and we’re opening additional terrain and runs for the weekend. The last storm, all 3 feet of it, allowed us to prep terrain so it would be ready to open once the next storm blew in, and here it is!! Start your holiday vacation early…come on up to Sugar Bowl for some fantastic skiing and riding. Click here for the latest on openings, conditions, deals and more. . .please visit www.sugarbowl.com or call (530) 426-9000. |
North Lake Tahoe Recreation Update |
| December 8, 2008 It’s perfect snowmaking conditions with lows dipping into the 20s. Snow showers are predicted for this weekend. Resorts and Towns' Update: Not everyone can gracefully schuss down black diamond slopes and North Lake Tahoe ski resorts are giving novice skiers and snowboarders the opportunity to learn at bargain prices. The 9th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend, scheduled for December 13-14, costs $25 and includes an all-day beginner lift ticket, group lesson and gear rental. First-timers have their choice of Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain Resort, Mt. Rose – Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA and Sugar Bowl. Following are anticipated opening dates for North Lake Tahoe resorts: Alpine Meadows – opening December 12 Boreal Mountain Resort – open, night skiing also open Diamond Peak – will open when conditions permit Donner Ski Ranch – will open when conditions permit Granlibakken Resort – opening December 19 Homewood Mountain Ski Resort – opening December 18 Mt. Rose – Ski Tahoe – open Northstar-at-Tahoe – open Royal Gorge Cross Country – will open when conditions permit Soda Springs - will open when conditions permit Spooner Lake Cross Country – will open when conditions permit Squaw Valley USA – will re-open December 13 Sugar Bowl – will open December 12 Tahoe Cross Country – will open when conditions permit Tahoe Donner Cross Country – will open when conditions permit Tahoe Donner Downhill – will open when conditions permit |
As a result of recent snowfall and the resort's extensive snowmaking system, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort will be open top-to-bottom, front-to-back starting Saturday, December 20, 2008. We will operate 17 of 18 chairlifts, providing access to beginner, intermediate and advanced ski terrain. We have two terrain parks open, featuring small and medium sized features. We received 9" in the 24 hour period from yesterday through this morning. The seven day total is 58". Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort is located on Highway 267, just six miles north of Lake Tahoe and six miles south of downtown Truckee. For more information, call 1.800.GO.NORTH (1.800.466.6784) or visit www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com. |
75% Of Snowbird’s terrain Open This Weekend |
We're Making Snow at Heavenly! - Celebrate with Free Lift & Rentals
Crested Butte Mountain Resort to Open November 26th for the Season
Crested Butte, CO – November 25, 2008: Crested Butte Mountain Resort will open for the 2008-2009 ski and snowboard season on Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 at 9am. The Red Lady Express and both Kids’ and Adult Magic Carpets will be open to access first turns on Peanut, Lower Keystone, and Houston . |
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