avalanche dogs
Column: Reaching a new generation through environmental education and outreach
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/21/2020 - 5:45pm
After a gangbuster start to the winter season, a lot of us in Tahoe are wondering where all the snow has gone. Sitting here at the end of February with snowpack numbers dwindling, snow lovers are chomping at the bit, waiting to see the storm track shift back our way.
Still, the mountains have been buzzing with activity as skiers and snowboarders race to the mountains to enjoy what natural snow we’ve received and are ever thankful for the assist from local resorts’ snowmaking operations.
Vail awards $2.8 million in grant support to 76 Lake Tahoe area nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/18/2020 - 3:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Vail Resorts EpicPromise has selected 76 local nonprofits in the Lake Tahoe area to receive one of their 2019-20 community grants, totaling $2.8 million in grant support.
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood recently held a breakfast to honor the recipients. The followed with a similar celebration at Northstar, the third area Vail resort.
One dead, one seriously injured in Alpine Meadows avalanche
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 3:24pm
January 18 update: In a statement, Alpine Meadows said the following: At approximately 10:16 a.m, Friday, an avalanche was reported in the area between Scott Chute and Promised Land near Scott Chair at Alpine Meadows, within an open area of the resort. A male skier sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Placer County Sheriff’s Office at approximately 11am. A second male skier sustained severe lower-body injuries and was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
Avalanche Dog fundraiser at South Lake Brewing
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/04/2018 - 10:19am
Event Date:
March 16, 2018 - 6:00pm
Who doesn't melt at the sight of a Sierra Avalanche Dog?
Always loyal and up for a hard day's work, Sierra Avalanche Dogs are worth celebrating. Not to mention, a lot of training and maintenance goes in to keeping these furry buddies employed.
Let's help them continue to do their jobs by drinking beer and eating pizza! There will be a raffle (all proceeds go to Sierra Avalanche Dogs) and live music as well. Entry is free.
Who: Everyone is invited! Even dogs. **But, please keep your furry friends on a leash**
Where: South Lake Brewing Company
When: Friday, March 16 from 6-10pm
Squaw Valley - Body of missing boarder found, avalanche injures 5
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 7:16pm
A snowboarder missing since yesterday afternoon was found deceased at Squaw Valley Ski Resort on Friday. Rocklin resident Wenyu Zhang, 42-years-old, was found deceased this morning by Squaw Valley Ski Patrol. A search area was narrowed through the use of a tracker program used by the resort.
Outdoor Sierra Cinema showing Christmas Vacation and Tight Loose
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/14/2017 - 12:52am
Event Date:
December 16, 2017 - 5:00pm
All winter long, Sierra at Tahoe and Lake Tahoe Aleworx are sponsoring Sierra Cinemas, movies under the stars and next to the fire pits at The Crossing in South Lake Tahoe.
This Saturday, December 16, there are two movies for everyone of all ages to enjoy for free. Sierra Avalanche Dogs will be the beneficiary of fundraising efforts during the evening.
Starting at 5:00 p.m., "Christmas Vacation" by National Lampoon will be on the screen, followed by “Tight Loose” by Teton Gravity Research.
Outdoor movies in South Lake Tahoe on weekends in December
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/29/2017 - 10:24pm
Event Date:
December 3, 2017 (All day)
Ever think of watching movies outside during the winter in Lake Tahoe? Now is your opportunity to gather around the fire pits at The Crossing in South Lake Tahoe and watch holiday movies, ski and snowboard movie premieres, participate in fundraisers and have fun with raffle prizes, all part of the new Sierra Cinemas.
Starting Sunday, December 3, Sierra-at-Tahoe, FNCTN and Lake Tahoe AleworX start December off right with "The Polar Express." Its a free, community event in the courtyard at Lake Tahoe AleworX.
Movie Nights:
When: Sunday, 12/3 at 5:00 p.m.
Cause: Boys & Girls Club
National Pet Day celebrated in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/08/2017 - 6:18pm
Event Date:
April 11, 2017 - 4:00pm
Join your South Lake Tahoe friends at the Animal Coalition of Tahoe and Beach Retreat & Lodge on Tuesday, April 11 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. as they celebrate National Pet Day.
They will have a Best Dressed Dog Contest, vendor booths, drink specials and a pet psychic.
It will cost $5 to enter dogs in the contest with the grand prize being a two-night stay the Beach Retreat & Lodge with dinner. All proceeds go to help spay and neuter local animals.
The Avalanche Dogs from both Heavenly and Sierra-at-Tahoe will be also be on hand during the event.
Heavenly Ski Patrol's 18th annual charity fundraiser - Boardwalk Beach Party
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 1:57pm
Event Date:
April 8, 2017 - 6:00pm Help support local charities at the 18th annual Heavenly Ski Patrol fundraiser, Boardwalk Beach Party. Join them on April 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Hard Rock Lake Tahoe.
There will be carnival games, raffles, a silent auction, avalanche dogs, live music by "Hare of the Dawg", food, beer, wine and much more. Two lucky raffle winners will receive a Grand prize of a Tahoe Value 2017-18 season pass!
Location
Hard Rock Casino - Lake Tahoe
50 US-50, Stateline, NV 89449
United States
38° 57' 48.7116" N, 119° 56' 20.7852" W
See map: Google Maps
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.
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!
Meet and support the dogs at 3rd annual Kirkwood Rescue Avalanche Dog Fundraiser
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/27/2017 - 7:02pm
Event Date:
April 1, 2017 - 4:00pm Join the Kirkwood Rescue Avalanche Dog Foundation at their 3rd annual Fundraiser on April 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m at Kirkwood Mountain Resort's Red Cliffs Lodge. Meet the avalanche dogs of Kirkwood while supporting the Kirkwood Rescue Avalanche Foundation!
Entry is $10 per guest and $5 raffle tickets are being sold before, and during, the event. Pick up your raffle tickets before the event at any Kirkwood Ski Patrol building while you’re out skiing.
2nd annual Dual on Dynamite fundraiser for Sierra-at-Tahoe Avalanche Dogs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2017 - 10:46am
Event Date:
April 2, 2017 (All day)
Kenny Curtzwiler, the Lake Tahoe SkiBum, has organized the 2nd annual Dual on Dynamite bump race to be held at Sierra-at-Tahoe on Sunday, April 2 as a fundraiser for the resort's avalanche dogs.
This event will also be the used as the inaugural "Remember Zach 'Zach-Mac' McAllister" event.
A South Lake Tahoe native, McAllister died unexpectedly in November, 2016 at the age of 26. The 2008 South Tahoe High graduate was a firefighter-paramedic at Northstar Fire Department for four years and a ski patroller at Sierra-at-Tahoe for eight years.
Dual on Dynamite bump contest at Sierra on Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/08/2016 - 8:48pm
Event Date:
April 9, 2016 (All day)
Lake Tahoe Ski Bum is hosting "Dual on Dynamite" at Sierra-at-Tahoe on Saturday, April 8. This is a dual format bump race that includes professional judges, discounted lift tickets and awards. All proceeds go to support the Sierra Avalanche Dogs.
Olympian and South Lake Tahoe Police Sgt. Travis Cabral will be once of the judges and celebrities at the event along with Robbie Huntoon, Warren Miller ski sensation and stunt skier in the movie Hot Dog, Daffy Don Ramirez, Murky Mark Watters, Flying Pineapple George Blackbern, U. S. Freestyle Team Judges, Coaches and former mogul competitors.
Search suspended for missing Sugar Bowl ski instructor
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/19/2016 - 5:16pm
If Carson May, the missing Sugar Bowl ski instructor, is not found by the end of the day Tuesday, the Placer County Sheriff's Office will suspend the search.
The 23-year-old went missing on January 15 during white-out conditions at the resort.
Search and Rescue teams from several agencies and states have conducted intensive searches with avalanche dogs, helicopters and on the ground.
Conditions during the five days of searching have been treacherous due to frequent heavy snow and the associated risks that high avalanche danger poses to the many search and rescue volunteers.
