Spring is in Full Swing in Lake Tahoe
The time has come…All good things must come to end and this ski season is no different. In the past week most major ski resorts have released their tentative closing dates for the 2009-2010 ski season. With the release of the closing dates many ski resorts are also offering killer deals on passes which will give you access for the rest of this ski season and next season to the resort. Other resorts are offering next year’s passes at a super discounted early bird rate. Lake Tahoe’s weather is currently boasting a bright blue bird day that was just preceded by 2-6 inches of soft white snow last night. With that being said, this weekend will be one for the books! Warms temps soft snow and the sun shining bright on Lake Tahoe should make for a great weekend. Here you can check out some of the screamin’ deals that the Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts are offering up and their tentative closing dates…
Kirkwood Set to Close Sunday April 25th
Heavenly Set to Close Sunday April 25th
Sierra-at-Tahoe & Northstar-at-Tahoe Set to Close April 19th
Squaw Closing T.B.D
All dates are dependent on weather and snow conditions so get out there to enjoy those last few turns before summer hits!
Lake Tahoe is Loving Spring
Although the spring season officially started on Saturday, Lake Tahoe is already soaking up this gorgeous weather. While some might think the low 60’s is a still a bit cold for sandals and shorts many locals and visitors have begun to bring out the summer wardrobe. Currently in Lake Tahoe the skies are bright blue and the sun is shining bright. The sun is expect to stay with us this whole week giving us all chance to work on that goggle tan for a few more days. This warm weather is sure to bring many visitors looking to have some fun during their Spring Break and get some spring skiing done.
Many resorts are now getting in the spring mode by hosting pond skimming contest along with other types of events for those of all ages. Here is a quick look at some the ski resorts upcoming spring festivities:
3.20.2010 – T.B.D Squaw Valley’s Swimming Lagoon
Squaw Valley‘s Swimming Lagoon and Spa is one of the most breathtaking places in the world to relax. Located at High Camp, el. 8200′, the lagoon and spa are surrounded by The free-form lagoon features 25 meter lap lanes and two islands landscaped with waterfalls and native boulders. The 25′ diameter spa is heated to 102 degrees and surrounded by expansive decks and a casual umbrella bar. The Bath and Tennis Club provides lockers, showers, and changing rooms, along with towel rentals. Cost: $12 all ages. Includes locker rental, towel, sunscreen, shampoo and hair dryer. Hours 11am-4pm beginning March 20, check the daily report to confirm operations
4.2.10 – 4.4.10 Kirkwood Jammin’ XVII
The biggest and longest running Spring Break Party in Tahoe is back! Kirkwood Jammin’ XVII is about to get wild… Check out the list of events, then get ready to spend the weekend of April 2 – 4 at Kirkwood. Events will be happening every day near the pond and the Plaza from 11am to 2pm – you can’t miss it with them with the lifeguard tower and giant pond!!!
Daily Events:
Live Music by Strive Roots (as heard frequently on our daily video)
Snow Volleyball
Ice Bar and BBQ
Pond Skimming starts at 1:00pm
Joe Versus the Volcano – Challenge Course open from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Walk the Plank – Jousting with Pool Floaties open from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Saturday: After Hours Rail Jam from 4:30pm to 7pm
Sunday: Jamaican Bobsled Challenge (Dummy Downhill) from 4:30pm to 6pm
4.3.10 – 4.4.10 Sierra-at-Tahoe’s 7th Annual Telegrass festival
Head over to Sierra-at-Tahoe for 2 days of Telegrass clinics, Bluegrass bands, Fat Tire, relay races and equipment demos at Sierra’s 7th Annual Telegrass Festival! Guests can free their heels and stomp their feet to live music, raffles and seasonal brews.
Clinics
Each morning and afternoon, Telemark clinics will be offered to registered guests. Tune up your free heeling skills in a variety of clinics including beginner, intermediate, expert, women’s, steeps, bumps, and more. Each clinic is led by a professional instructor. You can register for the Telemark clinics each day at the Telemark Center next to Grandview Express from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Activities
Grab a New Belgium pint, enjoy the live Bluegrass music, and kick back during the Telegrass Festival. Challenge yourself by entering the Telemark Race on Saturday or the Bump Off on Sunday. Check out what the pros are doing in a Tele Park Demo on Saturday. Have some fun in the Relay Race and the Retro Costume Contest.
Live Music
Saturday featuring The Trespassers and The Big Skinny String Band
Sunday featuring Deep Fried Mojo and Doc Holler
Fees
The live Bluegrass music, performed on the Tiki Deck (weather permitting), is free to all Sierra guests.
Fees for participants in the Telemark clinic, hosted by the Sierra-at-Tahoe Telemark & Backcountry Center and Vertical Sports are as follows:
Two Day Clinic: $135*
One Day Clinic: $85*
Special Priced Lift Ticket for Participants: $25
South Lake Tahoe Real Estate Febuary 1st-28th
The report below covers current inventory on Residential, Land and Commercial properties from Febuary 1 to 28. A total of thirty homes have sold in South Lake Tahoe with an average sold price of $377,157.
Lake Tahoe is Still Getting Snow!!!
That’s right! Despite warmer temperatures the past few weeks and the Spring season rapidly approaching, Lake Tahoe has still been experiencing those highly sought after powder days. In fact, just this past week the Lake Tahoe Basin was hit with a storm that brought two or three feet to some resorts. Then the following day was one of Lake Tahoe’s legendary beautiful blue bird days with the sun shining bright. Ideal conditions for perfecting that goggle tan.
A fast and cold system is bearing down on the region, with the potential to drop more than a foot of new snow at higher elevations. According to the National Weather Service in Reno, warm weather ahead of the storm will keep initial snow/rain levels higher — above 6,500 feet — but temperatures will plummet as the system from the Gulf of Alaska passes through.
Currently, the skies are turning gray and we are waiting with another snow packed storm to blanket us once again in the soft white stuff. If you don’t yet have plans this weekend I suggest heading up to Lake Tahoe to take in some natural beauty and epic skiing conditions. Check here to get the latest and greatest from your favorite Lake Tahoe Ski Resort.
