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Chair falls from Heavenly lift; 65 people evacuated
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/03/2016 - 7:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - A chair fell from Heavenly Mountain Resort's North Bowl chairlift today, resulting in 65 people being stranded for two hours before being evacuated from the lift.
Just before 11 a.m. on January 3, 2016, the unoccupied chair fell off the cable and the lift was immediately shut down.
Lara Miller of South Lake Tahoe was among those stranded on the chairlift. She said the resort's ski patrol checked on the stranded skiers during the two hour ordeal.
Northstar's summer activities launch May 15
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/27/2015 - 11:30am
Outdoor enthusiasts in Lake Tahoe will soon be able to access one of the North Shore's most popular destinations, Northstar California.
The Northstar Golf Course opens on May 15 with the rest of the extensive variety of summer adventure following with a May 22 grand opening.
Memorial Day Weekend marks the grand summer opening of the mountain bike park, hiking trails, and all activities, dining and shopping offered throughout The Village at Northstar.
Northstar Golf Course tees off Friday, May 15
Northstar plans group wedding on the slopes for Valentine's Day
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/12/2015 - 9:12pm
Looking for a unique way to celebrate Valentine's Day in Lake Tahoe? Planning on getting married but haven't had time to put your wedding ceremony together?
Northstar California Resort is inviting skiers and snowboarders to say "I Do" at a unique celebration of love. Dubbed Ski, tōst & be Married, the group wedding ceremony on the mountain is a first for the North Lake Tahoe resort.
Heavenly at Lake Tahoe to add ropes courses, zip center to summer choices
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/23/2013 - 3:28pmCultivating a passion and appreciation for the outdoors is a year-round task, and Heavenly Mountain Resort is stepping up to the challenge by expanding its summer operations to include more interactive, family-friendly learning experiences.
“Lake Tahoe is a year-round destination, and there is a tremendous opportunity to offer more summer activities at the top of the Gondola,” said Pete Sonntag, Heavenly’s general manager. “Our hope is that visitors of all ages and backgrounds are able to create life-long connections to our National Forests through adventure, play and recreation.”
Kinder Kup race series
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 01/14/2013 - 7:13amThe Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will kick-off the 13th Lake Tahoe Kinder Kup Race Series at Heavenly Mountain Resort beginning Sunday, Jan. 27. Open to all skiers age six and under and snowboarders age eight and under, the Kinder Kup series is designed to introduce young athletes to competition in a friendly environment.
Thirteenth 'Kinder Kup' race series benefits Heavenly Foundation teams
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 01/13/2013 - 9:33pmEvent Date:
February 10, 2013 (All day)
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will continue its 13th Lake Tahoe Kinder Kup Race Series at Heavenly Mountain Resort on Feb. 10. Open to all skiers age six and under and snowboarders age eight and under, the Kinder Kup series is designed to introduce young athletes to competition in a friendly environment.
Saturday marks fourth annual Memorial Celebration in Honor of Sgt. Timothy Smith
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/06/2012 - 10:27am
The 4th annual Memorial Celebration in Honor of Sgt. Timothy Smith will be on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Sierra-at-Tahoe. This year the memorial gathering will also benefit Operation Rebound.
Fourth Annual Memorial Celebration in Honor of Sgt. Timothy Smith
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/19/2012 - 2:12am
The 4th Annual Memorial Celebration in Honor of Sgt. Timothy Smith will be on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Sierra-at-Tahoe. This year we will also benefit Operation Rebound. Celebration of Life Pot Luck after Skiing at the American Legion Post 795 beginning at 4 pm.
Fourth Annual Memorial Celebration in Honor of Sgt. Timothy Smith set for April 7
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 03/14/2012 - 8:36pm
The 4th Annual Memorial Celebration in Honor of Sgt. Timothy Smith will be on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Sierra-at-Tahoe. This year we will also benefit Operation Rebound. Celebration of Life Pot Luck after Skiing at the American Legion Post 795 beginning at 4 pm.
Heavenly opens Cal to Nevada crossover trail
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 10:32amFor those of us who have been waiting to transit from California to Nevada at Heavenly Mountain Resort, the wait is over. The crossover trial is now open. That in conjunction with the predicted natural sow heading our way is indeed good news. Like many I've been waiting to ski Heavenly until the crossover trial opened. Now I'm off to the slopes.
Registration open for Kinder Kup Race Series to Benefit Heavenly Foundation
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/05/2012 - 10:36amThe Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation will kick-off the 12th Annual Kinder Kup Race Series at Heavenly Mountain Resort on Sunday, January 22, from 8am to 2pm. Open to all skiers and snowboarders age six and under, the Kinder Kup series is designed to introduce young athletes to competition in a friendly environment. No previous race experience necessary and all abilities are welcome. Entry is $20 and includes a World Cup only competitor lift ticket if needed.
Youth dies from injuries after falling from chairlift
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 5:30amSODA SPRINGS — A 7-year-old boy has died after falling about 60 feet from a chair lift at the Sugar Bowl ski resort west of Lake Tahoe. Resort spokesman John Monson says the boy, a member of the Sugar...
Youth dies from injuries after falling from chairlift
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 9:48pmSODA SPRINGS — A 7-year-old boy has died after falling about 60 feet from a chair lift at the Sugar Bowl ski resort west of Lake Tahoe. Resort spokesman John ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../youth-dies-fr...
Boy dies following fall from chairlift
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 4:33pmNORDEN, Calif. - A 7-year-old boy has died from injuries suffered after falling 60 feet from a chair lift Sunday at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, an official confirmed Tuesday."It is with great sadness th...
Boy dies following fall from chairlift
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 4:33pmNORDEN, Calif. - A 7-year-old boy has died from injuries suffered after falling 60 feet from a chair lift Sunday at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, an official confirmed Tuesday."It is with great sadness th...
Boy, 7, in critical condition after 60-foot fall from chair lift
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 3:26pmNORDEN, Calif. - A 7-year-old boy is hospitalized at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno after falling off a chair lift Sunday at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, an official said Monday.The incident occu...
Boy, 7, in critical condition after 60-foot fall from chair lift
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 3:26pmNORDEN, Calif. - A 7-year-old boy is hospitalized at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno after falling off a chair lift Sunday at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, an official said Monday.The incident occu...
