Snowsports filmmaking legend Warren Miller will emcee North Lake Tahoe biggest and liveliest party to kick-off the 2008-09 ski and snowboard season. Event is hosted by the Squaw Valley Institute and held at the Resort at Squaw Creek.
November 22
Opening Day at Northstar-at-Tahoe (weather and conditions permitting)
Beginner packages with all-day beginner ticket, group lesson and gear rental for only $25 at Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain Resort, Diamond Peak, Granlibakken, Homewood Mountain Resort, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA and Sugar Bowl. Participants should arrive early. www.GoTahoeNorth.com
December 20
17th Annual Snow God’s Ball, Squaw Valley
A tribute to the Snow Gods and benefit for the Squaw Valley Avalanche Awareness Education Fund. www.squaw.com 530-581-7260
December 20
Squaw Valley High Camp and Cable Car Open
Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and dining at High Camp until 9 p.m. www.squaw.com 530-583-6895
A five-kilometer trek under the stars with a guided naturalist, live acoustic music, bonfire, s’mores and hot chocolate. www.northstarattahoe.com 800-GO-NORTH
January 12-16
Learn to Ski and Ride Week, Diamond Peak
Learn to ski or ride for $29. First timers get lift ticket, lesson and rentals.
Jeep King of the Mountain/48 Straight, Squaw Valley
Billed as the “Loudest Show on Snow,” 48 Straight is a jam-packed weekend of on-and-off-snow activities designed to celebrate the mountain culture. www.48straight.com
February 2009
February 7 (Saturdays through April 11)
Last Tracks, Diamond Peak
Enjoy appetizers and wine tasting at Snowflake Lodge, then carve down freshly-groomed slopes with astounding views of Lake Tahoe. www.diamondpeak.com775-832-1177
February 7
Alpine Meadows Lil’ Air Festival
Geared for kids and part of the Snowbomb Sick & Twisted Series. www.snowbomb.com
A five-kilometer trek under the stars with a guided naturalist, live acoustic music, bonfire, s’mores and hot chocolate. www.northstarattahoe.com 800-GO-NORTH
February 14
Where’s the Love Scavenger Hunt, Squaw Valley USA
A fun-and-love-filled hunt for prizes and discounts on food and lift tickets. www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
February 27
Snowfest Opening Ceremonies, Squaw Valley
The 10-day festival kicks off with a torchlight parade and fireworks show. www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
February 27 – March 8
28th Annual Snowfest, North Lake Tahoe
This wildly popular event celebrates Tahoe’s signature season with a week of festivities, including a polar bear swim, parties, parades, ski and boarding challenges, wacky competitions, concerts and special outings and activities. www.tahoesnowfestival.com
February 27 – March 5
Freeride World Tour – Tram Face Squaw Valley
Some of the world’s best freeriders will have their shot at conquering Squaw’s daunting (and usually off limits) “tram face” at the World Tour’s only North American event. www.freerideworldtour.com
Some of the world’s best freeriders will have their shot at conquering Squaw’s daunting (and usually off limits) “tram face” at the World Tour’s only North American event. www.freerideworldtour.com
March 1
33rd Annual Great Ski Race, Tahoe City and Truckee
More than 1,000 cross-country skiers trek from Tahoe City to Truckee in one of the largest Nordic ski races west of the Mississippi.
Enjoy appetizers and wine tasting at Snowflake Lodge, then carve down freshly-groomed slopes with astounding views of Lake Tahoe. www.diamondpeak.com775-832-1177
A five-kilometer trek under the stars with a guided naturalist, live acoustic music, bonfire, s’mores and hot chocolate. www.northstarattahoe.com 800-GO-NORTH
March 14
Transworld Am Snowboarding Series, Northstar-at-Tahoe
Mini-slope style competition series for amateur snowboarders. www.northstarattahoe.com 800-GO-NORTH
March 14
Sessions Lumberjack Log Jam, Squaw Valley
Sessions presents the 4th annual event for amateur skiers and snowboarders, which promises to deliver one of the most inspiring slopestyle courses ever. www.sessions.com
St. Patrick’s Day Catch Lenny the Snowboarding Leprechaun, Squaw Valley
Celebrate the holiday with green slopes, Irish music and festive drink specials. Guests who can catch Lenny the Leprechaun get a free lift ticket. www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
March 21
Squaw Valley’s High Camp and Swimming Lagoon Open for Spring
Celebrate spring with a festive pool party. www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
March 28-29
Season Finale Halfpipe or Slopestyle Contest (invite only, cash purse prize), venue TBD Part of the Snowbomb Sick & Twisted Series. www.snowbomb.com
March 29
Diamond Peak Dummy Downhill
The 8th annual event showcases dummies on skis or snowboards getting launched off a big jump. The event is open to the public and creativity is encouraged. www.diamondpeak.com775-832-1177
April 2009
April 3
Ultimate Boarder, Squaw Valley
A one-week competition to find the athlete who can conquer the art of surfing, skateboarding and snowboarding. www.ultimateboarder.com
April 4 (Saturdays through April 11)
Last Tracks, Diamond Peak
Enjoy appetizers and wine tasting at Snowflake Lodge, then carve down freshly-groomed slopes with astounding views of Lake Tahoe. www.diamondpeak.com775-832-1177
April 5
Diamond Peak Lil’ Air Festival
Geared for kids and part of the Snowbomb Sick & Twisted Series. www.snowbomb.com
April 6-7
Moonlight Snowshoe Tours, Northstar-at-Tahoe
A five-kilometer trek under the stars with a guided naturalist, live acoustic music, bonfire, s’mores and hot chocolate. www.northstarattahoe.com 800-GO-NORTH
7th Annual Push, Pull or Pedal Eco Parade, Squaw Valley
Competitors create floats out of primarily recycled materials then push, pull or pedal their masterpieces through the village. www.squaw.com 530-583-6985
April 25
North Tahoe and Truckee Earth Day Celebration, Squaw Valley
