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Archive for the ‘Alpine Meadows’ Category
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
The snow just keeps on coming. North Lake Tahoe ski resorts are reporting a foot of new snow at their higher elevations in the last 24 hours in addition to the eight feet that fell last week throughout the region.
All North Lake Tahoe downhill and cross-country ski resorts (15 total) are open and include Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain, Diamond Peak, Donner Ski Ranch, Granlibakken Resort, Mt. Rose, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Royal Gorge Cross Country, Ski Homewood, Soda Springs, Spooner Lake Cross Country, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Tahoe Donner.
For ski resort conditions and holiday special events, click to the North Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureaus’ website. While you’re there, hit Cool Deals, which is updated daily, for savings on North Lake Tahoe lodging, skiing, activities and special events.
Posted in Alpine Meadows, Apres Ski, Cool Deals, Deal, Deals, Diamond Peak, Homewood, Northstar, Resort at Squaw Creek, Ski resorts, Snow Pack, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, The Village at Northstar, Village at Squaw, lift ticket, mt. rose, ski, truckee | No Comments »
Monday, December 14th, 2009
A powerful storm rolled into the Lake Tahoe region last Friday and didn’t quit until it had dumped five and a half feet of new snow at the ski resorts’ upper elevations with a combined eight feet of snow falling in the last seven days.
The last two storms combined have created some of the best early winter conditions Lake Tahoe has seen and just in time for the holidays.
 Bluebird skies and all that powder are making for phenomenal ski conditions, with most resorts open including Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain, Donner Ski Ranch, Mt. Rose – Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at- Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA and Sugar Bowl.
Opening December 17 is Diamond Peak, with Granlibakken Resort, Ski Homewood and Tahoe Donner opening December 18. Soda Springs opens their doors December 19.
Find lodging, check for current events and to plan your trip with Cool Deals offering up-to-the-minute specials and ski deals.
Tags: Lake Tahoe, resorts, ski, snow, storm
Posted in Alpine Meadows, Cool Deals, Deal, Deals, Diamond Peak, Homewood, Lodging, Northstar, Ski resorts, Snow Pack, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, holiday, mt. rose, ski | No Comments »
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Powder hounds pack your skis! RSS our snow report for the latest on ski resort conditions, lifts operating and snow depths.
Here’s the latest update from 10 North Lake Tahoe Resorts.
Alpine Meadows, open with fresh powder and machine-groomed runs.
Boreal Mountain Resort, open to the top on Donner Summit.
Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, open with powder and machine-groomed packed powder.
Northstar-at-Tahoe™, open from top to bottom and front to back.
Squaw Valley USA, open with groomed powder.
Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, open for fresh tracks on fresh snow.
Diamond Peak, opening December 17. In Incline Village, with stunning lakeviews and great learn-to-ski/board programs.
Donner Ski Ranch, opening December 12. One of California’s first ski resorts and a great family value.
Homewood Mountain Resort, opening December 18. With West Shore panoramas of the lake and skiing/riding peak to shore.
Tahoe Donner Resort, opening December 18. Known as “the best place to begin” with wide-open bowls and uncrowded slopes.
Before you head up, check our Cool Deals and events calendar for up-to-the-minute deals and info.
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
 Not everyone can gracefully schuss down black diamond slopes. That’s why North Lake Tahoe ski resorts are giving novice skiers and snowboarders the opportunity to learn at bargain prices. The 10th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend scheduled for December 12-13, costs $25 and includes an all-day beginner lift ticket, group lesson and gear rental.
First-timers have their choice of nine resorts to learn at including Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain Resort, Diamond Peak, Granlibakken, Homewood Mountain Resort, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA and Sugar Bowl. Reservations are not required, but you should arrive early. Lesson packages can be purchased at each individual resort the day of lessons. Students should contact resorts directly for resort-specific information.
Some restrictions apply. Resorts not open December 12-13 due to early conditions may offer a Learn to Ski Weekend later in the season when weather permits.
Posted in Alpine Meadows, Cool Deals, Deal, Deals, Diamond Peak, Family, Homewood, Incline Village, Northstar, Ski resorts, Special Rate, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, The Village at Northstar, Village at Squaw, holiday, lift ticket, mt. rose, ski, truckee | No Comments »
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
 There’s only two days left to save big on your Lake Tahoe ski vacation, when traveling November 4 to February 10, 2010.
The Southwest Airlines Vacations Ski Destinations Special has every second person flying free into the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, a 45-minute drive from North Lake Tahoe and the largest concentration of ski resorts in the U.S., as well as staying and skiing free when you book a special ski lodging package.
Even your skis fly free for first and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply. Blackout dates are November 24 to December 1 and December 17 to January 3, 2010. Deadline to book is Thursday, November 26 before 6 p.m. Central Time.
Pack your bags and prepare for an epic ski getaway to North Lake Tahoe.
Visit online for more Cool Deals.
Posted in Alpine Meadows, Apres Ski, Cool Deals, Deal, Deals, Diamond Peak, Family, Homewood, Hyatt Lake Tahoe, Lodging, Northstar, Resort at Squaw Creek, Ski resorts, Snow Pack, SnowFest, Special Rate, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, Village at Squaw, lift ticket, mt. rose, ski | No Comments »
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
 We’re launching a great new feature on our website that allows all Lake Tahoe lovers from far and near to tell a story about Lake Tahoe for a chance to win a two-night stay at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe and two 2-day interchangeable lift tickets.
Chances are if you have ever visited Lake Tahoe during anytime of the year, you’ve had an experience to remember and an experience to share. We invite you to tell your story whether it is romantic, adventurous, dramatic, inspiring or amusing to be automatically entered to win.
If you’re looking for a little inspiration, check out our sampling of tales. Then submit your own story for a chance to win.
Posted in Alpine Meadows, Apres Ski, Cool Deals, Diamond Peak, Hyatt Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, Northstar, Resort at Squaw Creek, Restaurants, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, Sunnyside, The Village at Northstar, Village at Squaw, mt. rose | No Comments »
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
In 1960 the world was introduced to North Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley when the little West Coast mountain won the opportunity to host the VIII Winter Olympics. Fifty years later, the tight-knit community with small town personality and international prestige is set to honor its humble beginnings with the Olympic Heritage Celebration January 8-17, 2010.
Squaw Valley USA celebrates their 60th birthday and 50th Olympic Anniversary throughout the 2009-10 season with new ski and snowboard programs for women, parents and children, new dining experience, new High Camp Triple Lift and “Ski with Jonny Moseley Days,” an Olympic gold medal champion. Squaw’s “60/50 celebration” kicks off opening day, November 21, when professional skier and base jumper JT Holmes base jumps out of the resort’s legendary cable car.
 The official Olympic Heritage Celebration begins with a Commemorative Relay to Squaw Valley and Opening Ceremony complete with live music, fireworks and the 1960 Olympians’ Reception January 8, 2010. Other events are held throughout North Lake Tahoe including the Olympic cross-country races originally held on the West Shore.
The ten-day celebration also includes a Biathlon Reenactment January 9, Cross Country Demo and Expo January 10 and Biathlon “Citizens Against the Clock” January 16, all held at Sugar Pine Point State Park on the West Shore.
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, which kicks off the season December 5, hosts a Freestyle Moguls Competition as part of the commemorative events January 12. Sugar Bowl Ski Resort on Donner Summit hosts the Silver Belt Luncheon and Ski Tour January 12, and also offers a new Summit Chair to Mt. Judah this winter. Granlibakken Resort, a ski area just outside of Tahoe City whose history goes back to the heyday of Tahoe Tavern, holds the 1960 Nordic Olympian Dinner January 15.
There are many ongoing events that include interpretive programs on the mountain at Squaw Valley USA and at Sugar Pine Point State Park as well as temporary museum exhibits, Squaw Valley Institute Winter Film Festival and the culmination of the celebration with a 1960 Olympians’ Ball at the four-star Resort at Squaw Creek in Olympic Valley.
For a complete schedule of Olympic Heritage Celebration events visit us online.
Tags: Cool Deals, olympics, squaw valley, tahoe ski
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Thursday, October 29th, 2009
North Lake Tahoe ski resorts have super savings for skiers and snowboarders to take advantage of when hitting the slopes this winter.
Most mountains offer discounted multi-day and group tickets, so skiers and riders on extended travels or traveling with large families or clubs can book or purchase ahead of time. Groups of ten or more can ski for as little as $33 per day at Diamond Peak Ski Resort overlooking Lake Tahoe in Incline Village.
Diamond Peak also offers discounts to military, fire and police personnel and Nevada State Government employees. And in addition to selling two-day tickets at regional Costcos for $79.99, the Mini Pass is also available. Working like a gift card, the Mini Pass allows you to purchase lift tickets by number of day you plan to ski. The more ski days you purchase, the bigger the savings. Skiers and riders flying into the Reno-Tahoe International Airport save 50% on rentals with an airline-boarding pass.
 Squaw Valley USA continues to offer their popular Frequent Skier Program, where skiers and riders hit the slopes any four days and get the fifth day free. There’s a $5 fee to join and, once a member, you have the ability to purchase $69 lift tickets Tuesdays through Thursdays that count toward the fifth free ticket that can be used any day. Kids 12 and under ski for $10 at Squaw every day and a new women’s ski and snowboard clinic, Women of Winter on Wednesdays, is only $49 when booked in advance and $59 day-of offered Wednesdays throughout the winter). This program features special guest coaches such as Olympic gold medalist Jonny Moseley.
The Alpine Club at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort is an online benefits program with a variety of deals throughout the season and is only $15 to join. Once a member your first lift ticket is only $59. Additional savings and benefits include $44 tickets available on randomly selected days. Purchase five tickets in advance for $59 and the sixth is free. Also, members save up to $15 on midweek tickets and 20% on four packs as well as discounts on demo equipment, repairs, lessons, parking and food and beverage.
Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe on scenic Highway 431 offers a deal almost every day of the season. Value days include:
· Weekend X-tender, three consecutive day lift tickets for $130
· Bonus Mondays, $29 lift ticket when a previous Saturday ticket is presented
· 2 ‘fer Tuesdays, two tickets for the price of one
· Student Wednesdays, $35 lift tickets with student ID and
· Ladies Day Thursdays, $35 tickets for women.
 New skiers and riders can save big with Learn to Ski or Ride December 12-13 at Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain Resort, Diamond Peak, Granlibakken, Homewood Mountain Resort, Mt. Rose, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA or Sugar Bowl. The $25 deal includes group lesson, beginner lift ticket and rental equipment. Northstar extends its Learn to Ski or Ride deal, midweek December 1-18, while Diamond Peak offers Learn to Ski & Ride Weeks January 11-15, 2010 and March 8-12, 2010 for $29.
Savvy skiers realize that purchasing a $49 Tahoe Card membership pays for itself from the get-go with a free Sugar Bowl Ski Resort lift ticket. The card allows member-only lift ticket discounts from $5 to $14 at Alpine Meadows, Boreal, Diamond Peak, Homewood, Mt.Rose Northstar, Squaw Valley and Sugar Bowl. A free trail pass to Royal Gorge and Tahoe Cross-Country as well as lodging, dining and other discounts are also included.
 Granlibakken Resort’s ski package begins at $109 and includes a lift ticket to Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley, Homewood Mountain Resort, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Sugar Bowl or Mt. Rose. Guests choose from accommodations ranging from studios to three-bedroom town homes (as well as larger lodging units for groups and family reunions). Packages also include daily, hot buffet breakfasts.
 The Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe in Incline Village offers three ski packages beginning at $249 per night based on double occupancy, accessing the nearby Diamond Peak with free shuttle in addition to Alpine Meadows, Homewood, Squaw Valley, Northstar or Mt. Rose good from December 1 to April 14, 2010.
Tags: Deal, Homewood, Northstar, package, ski, ski pass, squaw valley
Posted in Alpine Meadows, Apres Ski, Cool Deals, Deals, Diamond Peak, Hyatt Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, Northstar, Resort at Squaw Creek, Ski resorts, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, The Village at Northstar, Village at Squaw, lift ticket, mt. rose, savings, ski | No Comments »
Friday, March 13th, 2009
Twenty active-duty U.S. soldiers and marines hit the slopes Wednesday, March 11, Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14 for the Wounded Warrior Ability Camp at Disabled Sports USA, located at Lake Tahoe’s Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, for ski and snowboard lessons. Disabled in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, service members will visit Disabled Sports from Brook Army Medical Center (San Antonio, Texas) and Balboa Naval Hospital (San Diego, California), two major rehabilitation centers for service who have been injured during service. Ski and snowboard instruction at Disabled Sports is part of their rehabilitation program.
“It’s important that we reach recently disabled service members early in the rehabilitation process,” said Haakon Lang-Ree, Program Director at Disabled Sports. Disabled Sports specializes in ski/snowboard instruction for students with physical and mental disabilities; and the visiting military students have all incurred disabilities during combat in Iraq ranging from limb loss to brain trauma. “It’s important to expose them early to what they can do,” Lang-Ree added.
Disabled Sports works directly with the Wounded Warrior Project (or WWP), a nationwide foundation that offers assistance to severely injured and disabled service members. Some of the many WWP programs provide rehabilitation through outdoor adventure, including skiing and snowboarding. With a mission to provide access to unique, direct programs, WWP sought the expertise of the Disabled Sports Chapter located at Alpine Meadows.
Teaching disabled service members to ski in 2009 has brought the mission of Disabled Sports full-circle. The chapter was founded by the World War II 10th Mountain Division in 1967 in order to offer support and rehabilitation to service members disabled during the Vietnam Conflict. Today, Disabled Sports continues to offer ski instruction to disabled service members as well as any student living with paraplegia, quadriplegia, amputation, autism, multiple sclerosis, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, head injuries, and muscular dystrophy.
In addition to the Wounded Warrior Ability Camp, Disabled Sports has scheduled a full week of skiing, snowboarding, racing, and parties – all open to the public - starting March 10 through March 14.
To learn more about Disabled Sports USA at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, visit www.DisabledSports.net. To learn more about the Wounded Warrior Project, visit www.WoundedWarriorProject.org
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Tags: Alpine Meadows, disabled sports, marines, ski, snowboarding, soldiers
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Friday, March 6th, 2009
Lake Tahoe’s Alpine Meadows Ski Resort unleashes the Unrestricted Ticket allowing guests skiing and snowboarding every day from March 28 until the end of the season for just $159. Simply join the Alpine Meadows’ Alpine Club skier benefit program for $10 or, if you are a member, simply logon and secure your pass. The Unrestricted Ticket is about as good as it gets, so what are you waiting for? Alpine Club membership has its privileges including savings for mountain dining, retail shopping, rentals, adult/kids’ lessons and V.I.P. parking. Purchase your ticket today and be ready to start skiing unrestricted starting March 28.
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