winter
Final measurement of snow in Sierra shows water-rich snowpack at 190% of normal
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2017 - 6:23pm
Monday was the final manual snow survey at Phillips Station in the Sierra Nevada, and the snowpack is still measured at a healthy 190 percent of the May 1 long-term average of Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) which is 14.6 inches. Today's measurement was 27.8 inches.
The survey was conducted by the Department of Water Resources (DWR).
Grading season begins in Lake Tahoe, but only if soil is ready
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/01/2017 - 8:25am
The annual grading season of May 1 to October 15 begins today in the Lake Tahoe Basin and those who will be disturbing soil need to remember some rules after this wet winter.
No grading can take place during times of precipitation, and if the project site is still covered in snow, saturated or muddy, all grading and soil disturbing activities must be suspended.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/23/2017 - 8:27am
Thank you Curtis for bringing us this daily ski report for the epic winter of 2016-17!
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Sunday, April 23.
Caltrans roadwork projects in Lake Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County for the week
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/22/2017 - 1:40pm
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls due to slope damage.
State Route 89 (Placer County/El Dorado County): Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from the Tahoe City “Wye” to Alpine Meadows Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday and from Valley View Drive to General Creek State Park from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday for dead tree removal.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/22/2017 - 9:25am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, April 22.
Shaping up to be a Beautiful Day & Final Weekend for some Resorts. Get Out and Get Your Turns In… Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & Spring Conditions. Final Weekend of operations for Diamond Peak, Northstar, Bear Valley, Soda Springs all Closing Sunday, April 23 & Sierra at Tahoe Closing on April 24. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Mosquito Awareness Week brings reminders on how protect against the insect
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/21/2017 - 6:44pm
The arrival of mosquitoes in El Dorado County communities is delayed this year due to the long and wet winter, but health officials are taking Mosquito Awareness Week of April 16 through April 22, 2017 to remind the public to protect themselves. As warmer weather approaches residents should be aware of the serious risks mosquitoes present to their health, including West Nile, Saint Louis encephalitis, and potentially dengue, chikungunya, and Zika viruses.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/21/2017 - 8:40am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Friday, April 21.
A Beautiful Fantastic Finally Friday and Final Weekend for some Resorts. Get Out and Get Your Turns In… Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & Spring Conditions. Final Weekend of operations for Diamond Peak, Northstar, Bear Valley, Soda Springs all Closing Sunday, April 23 & Sierra at Tahoe Closing on April 24. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 52F to 62F. Light winds.
TONIGHT: Clear. Lows: 29F to 39F. Light winds.
South Lake Tahoe 5th-Graders take part in Winter Adventure Program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 6:15pm
Wildlife survival, avalanche safety, snowmaking, and environmental restoration are all part of the curriculum at a unique outdoor classroom at Heavenly Mountain Resort.
Nearly 300 fifth-grade students from Lake Tahoe Unified School District (TLUSD) took part in the EpicPromise Winter Adventure Program over five days in January and March. The program includes a ride up the ski resort’s Aerial Tram, snowshoeing, and getting hands-on learning experiences at a trio of educational stations.
"July & Winter": Growing Food in the Sierra Presented at the SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 9:45am
Event Date:
May 20, 2017 - 2:00pm Gary Romano, owner of Sierra Valley Farms presents his newest book, "July & Winter: Growing Food in the Sierra" at the South Lake Tahoe Library on May 20 at 2:00 p.m.
Romano shares his knowledge from decades of experience growing food in the Sierra Nevada. Despite the challenging mountain climate and soil, he has successfully grown food on his 65-acre organic farm and shares hard-earned tips, essential for home gardeners and small farmers.
This interesting, inspiring and free event is presented in partnership by the Friends of the Library and the UCCE Master Gardeners of Lake Tahoe.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
Get Ready for Wildfire app released by CalFire
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 9:28am
Even have a stellar winter with snow still packing the Sierra Nevada, fire officials are getting ready for what they think will be an active fire season in California.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 9:06am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Thursday, April 20.
Mostly Cloudy but Clearing this afternoon, leading to a Beautiful Final Weekend for some Resorts. Get Out and Get Your Turns In… Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & Spring Conditions. Final Week of operations for Diamond Peak, Northstar, Bear Valley, Soda Springs Closing Sunday, April 23 & Sierra at Tahoe Closing on April 24. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/19/2017 - 10:21am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Wednesday, April 19.
Beautiful Hump Day for Skiing & Riding as the Season Winds Down… Get Out and Get Your Turns In… Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & Skier Rider Packed Snow and Softening. Final Week of operations for Diamond Peak, Northstar, Sugar Bowl, Bear Valley, Soda Springs & Sierra at Tahoe Closing on April 24. Have Fun & Be Safe!
South Lake Tahoe first Sierra community to have goal of 100% renewable energy
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 12:49pm
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. - Residents of South Lake Tahoe take pride in their city, its beauty, charm and recreational opportunities, and action during Tuesday's City Council gave people another reason to appreciate their community.
In honor of Earth Day, the City of South Lake Tahoe joined at least 26 other municipalities in the United States, and the latest in a growing coalition of mountain communities, to commit to 100 percent clean and renewable electricity by the year 2032.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 9:10am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, Welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Tuesday, April 18.
Rain & Snow falling at Resorts with Fresh Powder on top and Wet Packed Snow in the lower elevations. Dress in your Gore-Tex Jacket and take your orange or rose tinted goggles… Surface Conditions are Powder, Machine Groomed & Skier Rider Wet Pkd Snow. Get Out and Get Some before it’s over… Final Week for Diamond Peak, Northstar, Sugar Bowl, Bear Valley, Soda Springs & Sierra at Tahoe Closing on April 24. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/17/2017 - 8:39am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Monday, April 17.
Mostly Cloudy Skies with Showers & Snow above 7500 Feet. Take along your Gore-Tex Jacket… Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & turning Spring Conditions… Several Resorts have Closed and many more will Close next weekend, April 23. So, Final Week for Diamond Peak, Northstar, Sugar Bowl, Bear Valley, Soda Springs & Sierra at Tahoe Closing on April 24. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Crews clearing seasonally closed Sierra passes, some opening dates projected
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/16/2017 - 11:35am
Snow, rocks, boulders, trees and debris are being cleared from roads through the Sierra Nevada that have been closed all winter. Caltrans crews from Districts 9 and 10 are plowing through several feet of snow in some area. While some roads will be opening soon, many have a lot of work to be done before they can open to traffic.
Crews will inspect the road, bridges, culverts to make sure the road is safe for the public before reopening. They will also replace signs that tumbled during the winter.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/16/2017 - 9:24am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Sunday, April 16.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 9:23am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, April 15.
Shaping Up to be Great EASTER Weekend for Skiing & Riding! Partly Cloudy Skies will provide great Snow Condition on the Slopes… Machine Groomed Corduroy & Skier-Rider Tracked & Packed Snow… Final Weekend for some resorts that are Closing after Easter Sunday, including Kirkwood, Hope Valley XC, Tahoe Donner & Tahoe Donner XC, Homewood, Tahoe XC, Royal Gorge XC, Dodge Ridge & Bear Valley XC… and most resorts are staying open at least thru April 23. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/14/2017 - 9:03am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Friday, April 14.
Shaping Up to be Great Friday for Skiing & Riding as we move into the Easter Weekend… Fresh Snow and Clearing Skies make for Winter Snow Condition on the Slopes… Fresh Powder & Machine Groomed Corduroy…Final Weekend for some resorts that are Closing after Easter Sunday, including Kirkwood, Hope Valley XC, Tahoe Donner & Tahoe Donner XC, Homewood, Tahoe XC, Royal Gorge XC, Dodge Ridge & Bear Valley XC… and most resorts are staying open at least thru April 23. Have Fun & Be Safe!
It's official: Wettest winter on record for Northern California
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 12:02pm
Those who live in the Sierra know its been a wet and snowy winter, but now the record books support what they've experienced over the past six months: It is now the wettest winter on record in the Northern California mountains.
Precipitation measured at eight stations from Lake Tahoe to Mt. Shasta surpassed to old record held for 35 years. In that winter of 1982-1983 there was 88.5 inches of of precipitation measured at the same eight station. Today's measurement was 89.7 inches.
Douglas County seeks feedback on social media messaging during storms
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 11:10am
Did you use social media to keep informed during the floods of January and February this winter? If so, the Douglas County Communications and Public Information department wants to hear from you.
They are researching social media messages disseminated by local governments in Douglas, Lyon, Storey and Alpine Counties and are seeking public feedback through a quick survey of residents.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 9:25am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Thursday, April 13.
Caltrans project outlined to South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 11:17pm
For the next three summers, Caltrans crews will be in town to work on their U.S. Highway 50 South Lake Tahoe Highway Improvement Project, and Caltrans spoke with locals Wednesday evening about what they could expect during the project which starts May 1, 2017 and should end by winter, 2019. This will be their last Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP) task to collect and treat stormwater runoff which accomplishes several other goals as well.
$57 million will be spent in South Lake Tahoe to also:
Another roof collapses in South Lake Tahoe after wet winter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 7:58pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to a roof collapse at the corner of 3rd Street and South Street Wednesday morning.
A portion of the roof collapsed due in part to lack of maintenance and the snow and rain load it experienced this winter. The home was not occupied and the out-of-town home owner was already planning to work on the home/lot this summer.
Even though snow has melted off many roofs in the Lake Tahoe area, damage can still be experienced as seen on this home with a flat roof.
USFS announces Lake Tahoe recreational facilities opening dates
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 10:15pm
Weather and snow conditions permitting, Lake Tahoe recreational facilities will soon be open! The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) announced today they will begin opening some spots in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Inspiration Point will be the first site to open on April 15, 2017. The Taylor Creek Visitor Center opens May 19 and will be staffed weekends only until Memorial Day weekend. The Tallac Historic Site parking area opens May 1 and will be staffed beginning Saturday, May 27.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 9:09am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Tuesday, April 11.
Guest Columnist: Hoping for a bipartisan solution to health care
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 6:48pm
The Republican Party’s decision on March 24 to pull the vote to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was met with disappointment and relief. While backers of the newly proposed legislation were disappointed that they could not find sufficient support, residents who depend on the Affordable Care Act’s medical protections and insurance options felt relief. Hope continues for a broad bipartisan approach to change this complex legislation resulting in improved coverage balanced with affordability for our citizens.
Squaw-Alpine parent company buys Intrawest Resorts
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 10:04am
A newly formed entity controlled by ski resort operator Aspen Skiing Company, LLC and private equity firm KSL Capital Partners, owners of Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows, will buy Intrawest Resorts Holdings for about $1.5 billion including debt, it was announced Monday.
Intrawest Resorts Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SNOW) is a leading North American mountain resort and adventure company.
Kudos: Tahoe Warm Room thanks anonymous donor, season now extended
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 9:14am
On behalf of the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH), I would like to thank an anonymous donor who has donated $4,500 to extend the operating season of the South Lake Tahoe Warm Room through April 30, 2017. This donation supports our mission of meeting the needs of our neighbors experiencing homelessness by providing warm beds and an overnight refuge from the elements to individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the winter months.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 8:57am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Monday, April 10.
Shaping Up to be a Spring Break Monday for Skiing & Riding! Mostly Cloudy to Partly Cloudy Skies with the return of Spring Conditions! Final Week for some resorts that are closing after Easter Sunday, including Kirkwood, Hope Valley XC, Tahoe Donner & Tahoe Donner XC, Homewood, Tahoe XC, Royal Gorge XC, Dodge Ridge & Bear Valley XC… and most resorts are staying open at least thru April 23. Have Fun & Be Safe!
Another week of the same in South Lake Tahoe: Sun, rain and snow
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/09/2017 - 6:01pm
Winter doesn't want to release its hold on the Lake Tahoe area, but it does appear to give all a break on Passover and Easter Sunday. At this point, the forecast for next weekend is party sunny with highs in the upper 40s, lows in the 20s.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/09/2017 - 9:05am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Sunday, April 9.
Shaping Up to be an Beautiful Blue Bird Sunday Funday for Skiing & Riding! Dress Warm… Cold Temps will provide great Snow! Surface Conditions are Machine Groomed & Skier-Rider Tracked & Packed Powder. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Clear and Sunny Skies. Highs: 37F to 47F. Light Winds becoming Southwest around 10 mph in the afternoon.
Kingsbury Grade reopens
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/08/2017 - 4:59pm
Kingsbury Grade (State Route 207) reopened at 4:30 p.m. Saturday after closing Friday afternoon to allow crews to remove a slide and remove trees and boulders.
Rockfall mitigation experts spent Saturday bringing down boulders from the top of a roadside slope on Kingsbury Grade. Heavy precipitation had loosened not only the boulders, but trees as well.
The roadway is now clear and traffic is moving from the Carson Valley to Lake Tahoe. Nevada Department of Transportion (NDOT) and their contractor Q&D Construction made repairs to an eroding roadside slope and extensive rockfall.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/08/2017 - 9:23am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, April 8.
The Winter Storm Warning continues to be posted till 5:00pm. Snowing and Gusty Winds reported at most resorts… Upper Mountain Lifts are being affected by Winds at Heavenly, Squaw, Alpine… Other Resorts on Delayed openings after Snow Safety… Call Ahead! Grab the Fat Boards… Surface Conditions are Powder & Machine Groomed… Road Controls posted on roadways in and around Lake Tahoe… Buckle Up, Have Fun & Be Safe!
Kingsbury Grade closed indefinitely after rocks and dirt slide onto road
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/07/2017 - 9:38am
4:15 p.m. update: Kingsbury Grade (State Route 207) will remain closed indefinitely on the Carson Valley side of the road as the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) continues safety evaluation and removal of major rockfall.
The highway was closed early Friday afternoon as NDOT and contractor Q&D Construction removed loose trees and earth from a roadside slope to help reduce rock and mud fall onto the highway. The slope had slid approximately one foot within the past 24 hours, posing the threat of bringing mud, rock and debris across the highway.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/07/2017 - 9:25am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is April 7.
A Winter Storm Warning continues to be posted thru Saturday. It’s FAT BOARD FRIDAY with Fresh Snow reported on Summits of most all Resorts… Upper Mountain Lifts are being affected by Strong Gusty Winds at Heavenly, Squaw, Alpine. Mt Rose & Donner Ski Ranch are Closed. Other Resorts on Delayed openings after Snow Safety… Call Ahead! Grab the Fat Boards… Surface Conditions are Powder & Machine Groomed… Road Controls posted on roadways in and around Lake Tahoe… Buckle Up, Have Fun & Be Safe!
Small group gathers to discuss Meyers and South Lake Tahoe traffic issues
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 9:55pm
Representatives from several agencies met with the public Thursday night at El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel's second community meeting to discuss traffic issues and the "invasion of neighborhoods" by non-local drivers.
High winds in South Lake Tahoe; heavy snow and rain on the way
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 12:53pm
A late season atmospheric river will bring another significant precipitation event to the Sierra and western Nevada. Near saturated soils and a mostly ripe low to mid elevation snowpack will contribute to increased runoff. This will increase flood potential, especially along creeks and streams, Friday into Saturday. This event isn`t expected to be as strong as storms in January and February but is a significant precipitation event for April.
The winds have arrived in South Lake Tahoe, and three weather related warnings have come with them: wind, snow and flooding.
Long summer of major road projects ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 7:05pm
Get ready for the second of two seasons for South Lake Tahoe: Road Construction (the other being winter).
Caltrans will start their almost $57 million project along Highway 50 (US50) from the "Y" to Trout Creek Bridge on May 1, 2017.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 9:52am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Wednesday, April 5.
Shaping up to be a Mixed Bag of Sun & Clouds for your HUMP DAY with Spring Conditions… Machine Groomed and Skier Rider packed snow softening with day-time temperatures… Don’t forget the Sunscreen! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies. Highs: 53F to 63F. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the afternoon. Ridge gusts up to 50 mph in the afternoon.
South Lake Tahoe roads to soon receive much needed attention
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 6:06pm
People driving through South Lake Tahoe have mostly likely cringed as their car finds a pothole on a local street. That, or dodged them all by driving in a zig-zag pattern that appears to be that of a drunk driver.
After a winter with extreme rainfall, constant snow removal and high groundwater, there is most likely no street that has been spared an outbreak of potholes.
After Tuesday's City Council meeting, help is on the way!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 8:32am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Tuesday, April 4.
Shaping up to be a Mostly Cloudy Tuesday with Spring Conditions… Take your Orange/Yellow/ Rose Tinted Goggles and some rub on Wax… Machine Groomed and Skier Rider packed snow softening with day time temperatures… Don’t forget the Sunscreen! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies. Highs: 50F to 60F. Light winds.
TONIGHT: Mostly Cloudy. Lows: 29F to 39F. Light winds.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 8:07am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is April 3.
Shaping up to be a Beautiful FUNDAY MONDAY with Spring Conditions… Don’t forget
the Sunscreen! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Partly Cloudy Skies in the morning then becoming sunny. Highs: 46F to 56F. Northwest winds around 10 mph shifting to the northeast in the afternoon. Ridge gusts up to 55 mph.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/02/2017 - 8:26am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Sunday, April 2.
Shaping up to be a Beautiful SUNDAY FUNDAY with Spring Conditions… Don’t forget the Sunscreen! Sierra at Tahoe hosting “Dual on Dynamite” today… Come out and hits the bumps and join me as I announce this 2nd annual event… Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Sunny Skies in the morning, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs: 50F to 60F. Light winds becoming north around 10 mph in the afternoon.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Sass: Loop Road, housing and bike trails
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/01/2017 - 9:55am
With the warm spell of late, at lake level it looks like the big snow storms never happened. However, go up above 8,000 feet and you see a much different picture. Atop Heavenly’s Dipper Chair there is an information shack that is between 8-10 feet high. Next to it is 10 foot high signage indicating where the runs are. As of today, you can’t see either of these. Over 50 feet of snow fell up there and even with the melt and the settling, there is still a ton of white stuff. I expect our streams will be flowing into August and our mountains might stay white throughout the summer.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/01/2017 - 9:13am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, April 1.
Shaping up to be a Beautiful Day with 24” of Fresh Pow… April Fools Day… Spring Weather Returns today with Sunny Skies and warmer temps… Get out and enjoy your April Fools Day… Heavenly is hosting Gunbarrel 25 this today & Sierra at Tahoe hosting “Dual on Dynamite” on Sunday… Come out and hits the bumps and join me as I announce these annual event… Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/31/2017 - 9:26am
Good Morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Friday, March 31.
Mostly Cloudy with Scattered Snow Showers with Strong Ridge Top Winds this morning and Clearing by late in the day. Upper Mountain Lifts on WIND HOLD… Call Ahead! Spring Events kicking in this week… Heavenly is hosting Gunbarrel 25 this Saturday & Sierra at Tahoe hosting “Dual on Dynamite” on Sunday… Come out and hits the bumps and join me as I announce these annual event… Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/30/2017 - 8:36am
Good Morning skiers and riders and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Thursday, March 30.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 9:37am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you’re visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Wednesday, March 29.
Shaping up to be a Beautiful HUMP DAY to hit the slopes! Plenty of Machine Groomed Corduroy & Skier-Rider Packed Snow, Turning Spring Like with Softening with day time temps… Spring Events kicking in this week… Heavenly is hosting Gunbarrel 25 this Saturday & Sierra at Tahoe hosting “Dual on Dynamite” on Sunday… Come out and hits the bumps and join me as I announce these annual event… Have Fun & Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe customers of Liberty Utilities seeing higher than expected bills
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/28/2017 - 1:48pm
The winter of 2017 has been full of surprises with record amounts of rain and snow, but one surprise came in the mail by wait of an electric bill.
Many Liberty Utilities customers have noticed their January and February bills were higher than expected. Due to extreme weather, the utility company had to bill based on estimated billing as actual meter reads were impossible. For some customers, actual reads may not have occurred until March if a customer’s scheduled meter read was during the February winter storms.
