Although anxious skiers and snowboarders await the opening of Lake Tahoe ski resorts, one California resort has begun running its lifts: Mammoth Mountain. Mammoth Mountain opened on Thursday (Nov. 10) with top-to-bottom access for skiers and riders, becoming the first ski resort in California and the first major resort in the western U.S. to open. Following […]
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Warren Miller film debuts this week in Bay Area
It’s not officially ski season in the U.S. without the appearance of a Warren Miller film. The legendary Warren Miller team is back again this year, producing its 67th action-packed and humorous ski film. The action-packed, fun film will be shown throughout the Bay Area, starting Thursday in Walnut Creek. Dates and show times for […]
Northstar, Kirkwood, Heavenly ski resorts begin snowmaking
It’s that time of year when ski resorts begin firing up the snowmaking machines at every opportunity, while skiers and snowboarders and everyone in the ski industry is keeping a close watch on the weather. The reason: they are all anxious to get the ski season underway. Lake Tahoe experienced a 400-percent increase in average […]
Mt. Rose ski resort delays opening day
Although weekend storms delivered snow to the Lake Tahoe, it wasn’t enough for Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe to make a planned Halloween opening date. The resort, located off Mt. Rose Highway in Nevada, requires a minimum of 10 inches of base for skiers and snowboarders and it didn’t happen. Mt. Rose received an estimated 5 […]
Best Skis For Senior Skiers
By Jon Weisberg Ski manufacturers have never designed a ski for senior skiers. With about one million on the slopes, there’s enough of us to justify the investment. But don’t hold your breath. However, there has been a breakthrough this season. For the first time, an in-depth evaluation of the best skis for older skiers is […]
Arapahoe Basin first ski resort to open in North America
Arapahoe Basin opened Oct. 21, becoming the first ski resort in the U.S. and North America to start running its lifts for the 2016-17 ski season. Early morning (Oct. 19), mere hours before the sun melted Summit County’s fresh coating of 3 to 4 inches from the night before, Arapahoe Basin Ski Area made the opening […]
What’s new this season at Tahoe Donner ski resort?
Like most ski resorts in the Lake Tahoe region, Tahoe Donner is preparing for winter. With all the buzz from the recent snowfall, the resort along Donner Lake is announcing new developments and offerings for the upcoming 2016-2017 season. A few Tahoe Donner highlights include: Cross Country Ski Area: The recent acquisition of Crabtree Canyon […]
Storm dumps 18 inches on Mt. Rose ski resort
The first major snow storm descended on Lake Tahoe late Sunday evening, producing measurable snow totals for the first time since spring time. There was rejoicing at Mt. Rose Ski Resort near Tahoe, which could make it the first resort in California to open for the season. Mt. Rose confirmed its plans to open for […]
What’s new this ski season at Sierra-at-Tahoe?
Like many ski resorts in the Lake Tahoe region, Sierra-at-Tahoe will be making some positive changes for the upcoming 2016-17 ski season. Located off Highway 50 near South Lake Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe averages of 460 inches of snow each season for skiers and snowboarders. Expanded Sculpted Learning Terrain: Learning to ski or snowboard is all about […]
Diamond Peak ski resort turns 50 this season
This will be a special season Diamond Peak ski resort in Lake Tahoe. The family-friendly resort will be celebrating its 50th birthday. Founded in 1966 as Ski Incline, Diamond Peak celebrates its golden anniversary with a series of events focused on the history of the resort. Expect a historic ski/snowboard film and speaker series featuring […]