Severe weather conditions, highlighted by more than 1,000 lightning strikes in the region, shut down Tahoe ski resorts Thursday. The lightening, a rarity this time of year, took place over a 12-hour stretch in the Sierra and Western Nevada. Regardless of the time of year, when lightning strikes its best to quickly go indoors. Alpine […]
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What level skier are you?
You have been skiing for a while at Tahoe ski resorts. But do you really know how good you can ski. Can you accurately pinpoint your ability level? The answer for many people is no, they can’t really access their skiing ability. Most skiers either classify themselves as a beginner, intermediate or expert. However, there […]
‘Hidden Heavenly’ a gem among Tahoe ski resorts
“Hidden Heavenly” is an apt term for a Tahoe ski resort that is more than meets the eye. Want to get in some extra runs at Heavenly Mountain Resort on a crowded Sunday? Get out of bed early, hop on the Gondola by 8:30 a.m., and be one of the first ones to point your […]
First fatality this season at Tahoe ski resort
The first fatality at a Tahoe ski resort took place Feb. 3 at Northstar California ski resort. The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the man who died after a skiing accident as 30-year-old Andrew McDowell of Tahoe City. McDowell was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at Renown Regional Medical Center Sunday, Feb. […]
Blue Grass festival March 29-31 at Squaw Valley
The Winter Wonder Grass festival, a celebration of winter sports, bluegrass music and craft beer, will be held March 29-31 at Squaw Valley in North Lake Tahoe. The Winter Wonder Grass festival event will feature over 25 bluegrass and roots artists with headliners Greensky Bluegrass, Trampled by Turtles, Leftover Salmon and Sam Bush Band. The […]
Tahoe forum discusses climate change, fire issues
Operation Sierra Storm, a leading national weather conference, took place Jan. 28-30 in South Lake Tahoe. The event was a cutting-edge meteorological forum and seminar for network television meteorologists from around the country. Operation Sierra Storm featured leading scientists and experts discussing newsworthy weather and science topics, and providing ongoing education, networking, and live broadcast […]
Storms could drop 8 feet snow on Tahoe ski resorts
An epic five-day snow storm could drop as much as 8 feet of snow on Tahoe ski resorts. Several Tahoe ski resorts are reporting nearly 3 feet of snow since Friday night and the snow is falling heavily Sunday (Feb. 3). The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno is forecasting up to 1-2 feet of […]
Complete redesign for 2018 Ford Expedition
The prevailing trend today with regard to sport utility vehicles is they keep shrinking. Now, we’re not suggesting SUV sales is diminishing among U.S. car buyers. Actually, sales have never been more abundant. The shrinking trend we’re addressing is the preference for smaller SUVs. Subcompact SUVs are the current rage, while compact and midsize crossover […]
Thumbs up for Ten Crows BBQ in Tahoe
So, you’re in South Lake Tahoe and just had a satisfying day at Heavenly ski resort or spent it at another of the many winter or summer Tahoe activity offerings. The big question now lingers: What’s the plan for dinner and a few cocktails? If you’re considering barbecue, we’ve got just the place for you […]
Hotel Becket offers convenient lodging in South Lake Tahoe
One of the prime lodging considerations when we’re visiting South Lake Tahoe is location. We’re not enamored with huge, inconvenient walks and also not a fan of getting snarled in traffic, which can happen frequently at this gorgeous vacation spot that attracts tons of tourists each year. If the preference is for low-key, traditional lodging, […]