Openings
Where and how to get COVID-19 vaccines in counties around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 12:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With five different counties in two different states surrounding Lake Tahoe, there are different procedures concerning COVID-19 vaccines depending on which area one resides. As more doses of the vaccine become available, each county is in charge of its own vaccination rollout. Most in California will be vaccinated at community vaccination sites, doctor’s offices, clinics or pharmacies, depending on their county's plans.
On the Nevada side of the lake the state has developed "lanes" instead of the California side "tiers." All information is listed below.
Column: Tourism Future at Tahoe South - Responsible, Sustainable Destination
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2020 - 2:07pm
While the consensus is that 2020 will look much better in the rearview mirror, it will leave indelible experiences that shape discussions, planning, and direction for years to come.
It certainly reinforces sustainability as the future of tourism here at Tahoe, with benchmarks to embrace including environmental integrity, economic development, and social equity for visitors and locals.
Tahoe Chamber Town Hall: New opening guidance and modifications
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/24/2020 - 9:16am
Event Date:
September 25, 2020 - 11:00am
Now that El Dorado County has moved from the "Red Tier" to the "Orange Tier" in the California's reopening framework, what does that mean for South Lake Tahoe businesses?
Join the Tahoe Chamber on Friday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m. for a Virtual Town Hall with the El Dorado County Public Health Officer to discuss the County's move into the new tier and what new openings and modifications will affect local business.
Featured Speaker:
Dr. Nancy Williams,
El Dorado County Public Health Officer
Register now: http://bit.ly/TownHallonOrangeTier
Sugar pine seedlings to be handed out to students at South Lake Tahoe elementary schools
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/23/2020 - 9:28am
Event Date:
April 24, 2020 - 11:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A team of volunteers will be handing out sugar pine seedlings to students at four South Lake Tahoe school sites on Friday, April 24.
The Sugar Pine Foundation has given a box of seedlings to Bijou Community School, Sierra House Elementary, Tahoe Valley Elementary, and South Tahoe Middle School. The free seedlings will be given out when students pick up their meals between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. while supplies last.
At Tahoe Valley, TRex will be on hand to hand out the sugar pines, and at the Middle School, meet Hans the service dog.
Sugar Pine Foundation giving away seedlings to be planted around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/18/2020 - 3:41pm
4/20 Update: The response was huge this weekend and all of the seedlings the Sugar Pine Foundation had to give way were gone in the first day! They have 2,000 more to distribute on Saturday, April 25 at 9:00 a.m. while supplies last, except at the Mountain Hardware location.
Sales tax revenues increase in South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 4:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Quarterly reports on the sales tax received by the City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County (EDC) were released this week. The quarter ending September 2019 shows the County's taxable sales in the unincorporated area grew by 4.3 percent when compared to the same period in 2018. In South Lake Tahoe, taxable sales grew by 6.0 percent. County-wide including both cities within its boundaries saw a 5.1 percent increase. In comparison, the Sacramento region was up 4.5 percent.
Caesars Entertainment announces sale of Harrah's Reno
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 8:27pm
Harrah's Reno will soon be coming to an end. The gaming establishment that had its humble beginning as a bingo parlor opened by Bill Harrah in 1937 has been sold to a company that will turn it into a non-gaming mixed-use center.
On Thursday, Caesars Entertainment Corporation and VICI Properties Inc. announced in a press release they signed an agreement to sell Harrah’s Reno Hotel and Casino to an affiliate of CAI Investments for $50 million.
LTCC expands child care to evening hours to help student parents
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 1:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For some students, there are many barriers to their being able to get a college degree, one of them being affordable child care. A recent move by the Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is helping remove that barrier by having extended hours on Monday and Tuesday evenings so parents who are LTCC students can attend classes and/or study.
Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen preparing to open in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 12:33pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Many know him from "Hell's Kitchen," "MasterChef" and "Kitchen Nightmares," and now people will get to know world-renowned Chef Gordon Ramsay and experience his culinary skills at his new Lake Tahoe restaurant named after the hit reality show.
Caesars Entertainment has teamed up with Ramsay once again and has transformed the old Sage Room in Harveys Lake Tahoe to be the newest home for Hell's Kitchen.
Even before the doors open, over 12,000 reservations have been made for one of 151 seats in the 3,160 square foot restaurant located on the casino floor.
South Lake Tahoe to start new search for city manager and fire chief
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 1:19am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the City of South Lake Tahoe in need of both a city manager and fire chief, the City Council today discussed the best route to take on their recruitment.
Will your house survive when embers arrive?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 11:53pm
During a wildfire, small hot embers can be carried miles ahead of a wildfire. When these embers land on something easily combustible on or near your home, it is in jeopardy of burning, even if it is not in the path of the flame front. Your home can survive when the embers arrive.
The Tahoe Network of Fire Adapted Communities is sharing a list of places homes are vulnerable to embers and how to prepare your homes along with an "Ember Awareness Checklist". The numbers match those in the photo:
1. Wood Roof
Miss Hooters International contestants help out in South Lake Tahoe before pageant
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 8:01pm
STATELINE, Nev. - After a week of women’s empowerment seminars, community outreach and preliminary events on the South Shore, Briana Smith from Fort Lauderdale, Florida was crowned Miss Hooters International 2019.
There were 80 Hooters Girls from around the world competing for the title during the 23rd annual pageant. The winner was crowned Thursday night during the Lee Brice concert at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena.
Volunteer opportunities at Bread & Broth
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 10:29am
Bread & Broth is looking for community members who are interested in donating their time to help the organization in several specific volunteer positions. Volunteering for Bread & Broth is a great way to help others while meeting other fun and compassionate community members.
Current needs:
A creative and experienced volunteer website manager who will be responsible for keeping the website's information current and visually interesting.
New ceramic art studio opens in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 10:51am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Compass Clay Studio, a learning ceramic studio and art gallery, is open for business in South Lake Tahoe. Owners and instructors, Colleen Sidey and Bryan Yerian are ceramic artists with over 40 years combined experience, Lake Tahoe Community College art faculty members, and local elementary school art enrichment teachers. Colleen and Bryan have lived in South Lake Tahoe for over ten years and created Compass Clay Studio as a way to provide the local community with access to the clay experience.
The studio is located at 976 Edgewood Circle.
Location
Compass Clay Studio
976 Edgewood Circle
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/16/2019 - 9:32am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Fresh Powder reported at all Resorts for your Presidents Day Weekend… Resorts will be on Delayed openings today… Winter Storm Warning in effect thru 12 pm Sunday… Expect Upper Mtn. Wind Holds and Lift Closures. Road Controls Posted for all roadways with chain restrictions posted. Hwy 88 & Emerald Bay Road Closed… Stay out of the Backcountry! Avalanche Danger is High! Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 10:26am
Fresh Powder reported at all Resorts… Resorts are digging out and Lifts will be on Delayed openings today… Winter Strom Warning in effect thru 12 pm Sunday… Expect Upper Mtn. Wind Holds and Lift Closures. At this time (8:30 am), I-80, Hwy 88, Hwy 267, Hwy 431 & Emerald Bay Road are CLOSED… All other roadways have chain restrictions posted. Stay out of the Backcountry! Avalanche Danger is High! Be Safe!
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/22/2019 - 10:25am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
A Beautiful Tuesday to Get Out on the Mountain… Fresh snow and Machine Groomed Corduroy… Respect All Patrol Closures… A Few Road Controls posted. Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 35F-40F. (25F-30F on the slopes) East winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 70 mph decreasing to 50 mph in the afternoon.
TONIGHT: Clear in the evening then becoming partly cloudy. Lows: 14F-24F. Light Winds.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 10:11am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
If you’ve been Dreaming of Powder for your Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Day, Mother Nature delivers… 12-18”+ Reported at Resorts… Expect Lift Delayed openings and Wind Closures… Respect All Patrol Closures… Drive with Care… Road Controls posted on all Highways… Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies in the morning then becoming Partly Cloudy. Chance of Snow Showers. Highs: 28F-33F. West winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 60 mph in the morning.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 10:28am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
POWDER TO THE PEOPLE! Lots of Fresh Snow to Smear Turns in today… Expect Delayed openings of lifts & trails… Resorts Digging Out in preparation for the MLK Weekend… Road Controls are dropping… Get After It. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER:Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies with a Slight Chance of snow & Rain. Highs: 37F-42F. (27F-32F on the Slopes). South Winds 11-15mph. Ridge Gusts up to 60 mph.
TONIGHT: Mostly Cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level 8000 feet. Lows: 127 to 37F. Southwest winds 10-15 mph. Ridge gusts up to 60 mph.
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 9:59am
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard, road and weather news - Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 12:36pm
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
Some 2ndHelpings of Powder still out there! Lift operations on Delayed openings and some on HOLD… This will change thru out the day as Winds may affect upper mountain lifts… Winter Weather Advisory posted for tomorrow with 6-12” predicted above 7000 feet… Get After it! Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER: Expect Cloudy Skies with a chance of showers. Snow level 7500 ft. Highs: 39F-44F. (29F-34F on the Slopes). South Winds 10-15 mph. Ridge Gusts up to 50 mph, increasing to 75 mph in the afternoon.
Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 12:09pm
Good Morning Lake Tahoe Skiers & Riders…
6-12” of Fresh Snow reported at resorts and Lifts will operate on delayed openings and Wind & Weather Permitting… Heavenly, Kirkwood, Northstar, Squaw, Alpine, Mt Rose, Boreal & Mammoth are scheduled to open weather permitting… Sierra at Tahoe & Sugar Bowl scheduled to open Friday. Chain Controls posted on all highways morning… Buckle Up! Winter Storm Warning posted thru Friday morning and Winter Storm Watch, Friday evening thru Saturday.
Director sought to fill Tahoe Paradise Recreation and Park District vacancy
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/02/2018 - 11:44pm
The Tahoe Paradise Recreation and Park District (TPRPD) is accepting applications until October 15, 2018 for appointment to the position of Director. The five person board of directors had three openings for the November 6 elections and only two people submitted papers to run.
Volunteer opportunities at Bread & Broth
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/16/2018 - 5:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bread & Broth is a non-profit, all volunteer organization whose mission is to help ease hunger in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community. They are looking for community members who are interested in joining their dedicated team of volunteers.
Here are a few of the many available volunteer opportunity openings for contributing to Bread & Broth's (B&B) programs:
Wildfire knows no season, be Ember Aware year-round
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 1:12pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Cooler temperatures and changing colors of the leaves remind us that autumn has arrived, but keep in mind that fire danger is very high this time of year. Vegetation that can feed a wildfire has had all summer to dry out and is ready to burn. Fall provides the perfect opportunity to check areas where burning embers might accumulate near your home or on your property during a wildfire. The places where pine needles and leaves pile up also tend to be where embers would accumulate during a fire.
November ballot filling up for South Lake Tahoe voters
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/02/2018 - 11:02pm
There are still a few days left for those interested in running for public office this November, but several candidates have completed the process to qualify for the ballot. The following number of seats will be open: El Dorado County Board of Supervisors (1), LTUSD School Board (2) , City Council (3), City Clerk (1), City Treasurer (1), South Tahoe Public Utility District (3), Tahoe Paradise Recreation and Park District, and Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees (3).
The deadline to complete the candidate process is August 10, 2018.
Three seats open for South Tahoe Public Utility District Board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/09/2018 - 1:09pm
Besides openings on the Lake Tahoe Unified School District, Lake Tahoe Community College Board, South Lake Tahoe City Council, Tahoe Paradise Park Board, El Dorado County Board of Supervisors this November, there will also be three openings on the South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) five-member board.
From July 16 to August 10, those interested in being on the STPUD board must file for candidacy. That deadline is extended to August 15 if an incumbent fails to file for their term prior by the earlier deadline. The incumbent is not allowed to file after August 10.
SLT Planning Commission has two openings due to resignations
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 10:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City is soliciting applications for two appointments to the Planning Commission to fill vacancies due to the resignations of Jamie Orr and Jessie Dwyer.
Orr is moving out of the City Limits and Dwyer is being relocated out of the area for work. Since all commissioners must reside in the South Lake Tahoe city limits, they can no longer serve.
The terms for the two new appointments will last eight months, until January, 2019.
Special City Council meeting to decide Kerry's fate; Meston outlines plans
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/09/2018 - 10:09pm
News spread through South Lake Tahoe this week that surprised and shocked many, the City Council's decision to put City Manager Nancy Kerry on indefinite leave. The council will be meeting in closed session on Monday, February 12, 2018 to discuss the situation. Their agenda item, "PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)" starts at 9:00 a.m.
That section of code allows special and closed session meetings to consider the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, discipline, or dismissal of a public employee.
Free radon kits available to El Dorado County residents
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/17/2018 - 6:09pm
January is National Radon Action Month and the cold winter months are the best time to test for this radioactive gas. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is offering free test kits to households in California throughout the month of January, or until supplies run out.
Trio of art exhibit openings, artist receptions at LTCC in January
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/08/2018 - 2:17pm
Event Date:
January 18, 2018 - 5:00pm
The community is warmly invited to a trio of free artist receptions and exhibit openings at Lake Tahoe Community College on Thursday, Jan. 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.. Come and enjoy the art along with free refreshments with your fellow art lovers.
Bread & Broth needs volunteers for their growing programs
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/25/2017 - 11:17pm
Bread & Broth, an all volunteer organization whose mission is to ease hunger in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community, has volunteer opportunities for those who are looking to give back and join their ‘heart warming’ efforts to help others.
Bread & Broth (B&B) has grown over the last eight years and now offers the following programs:
- Monday Meal, which is a full-course dinner service every Monday at St. Theresa Grace Hall from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
- Second Serving at Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church which provides soup and a simple entrée every Friday from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Volunteer AARP tax counselors needed for the 2017 tax season
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/03/2017 - 5:23pmThere are a few openings for volunteer tax-aide counselors for the 2017 tax season to provide free personal income tax assistance in El Dorado County for seniors and low-to-moderate income residents under the AARP Tax-Aide program.
LTCC opens three new art exhibits, meet the artists at community reception
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/25/2017 - 12:47pm
Event Date:
September 28, 2017 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The community is warmly invited to Lake Tahoe Community College on Thursday, September 28 to enjoy three new art exhibit openings that evening. Free artist receptions will be held simultaneously from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. around LTCC’s campus, providing an opportunity to meet the artists whose work will be on display and to enjoy light refreshments with other local supporters of the arts.
El Dorado County sends more money to Cal Tahoe JPA for ambulance services
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/17/2017 - 10:45pm
More money is on the way to the South Shore to fund ambulance services thanks to a unanimous vote by the El Dorado County Supervisors during their June 27 meeting. An amendment was made to the original contract between the Cal Tahoe Emergency Services Operations Authority (Cal Tahoe) and the County, giving an extra $790,000 per year as well as funds to buy a new ambulance.
The extra money will help fund a special team for interfacility transfers.
Appeal to the Bijou Park Creek Marketplace withdrawn
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/14/2017 - 11:18am
The City of South Lake Tahoe is pleased to announce the appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of the Mitigated Negative Declaration of the Bijou Park Creek Marketplace (former Knights Inn) project has been withdrawn. The City appreciates the Appellant’s admission of the project’s benefits to the environment and her disclaim of the appeal.
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!
South Lake Tahoe job fairs and other employment opportunities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/07/2017 - 1:21pm
Looking for a job in South Lake Tahoe? Here is information about upcoming job fairs and other current opportunities.
El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free Hiring Event on Thursday, April 13, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community College (Commons Area), located at One College Drive in South Lake Tahoe. During the event, representatives from Harrah’s and Harvey’s Lake Tahoe will share information about their organization, job opportunities and how to apply for current job openings.
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!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2017 - 9:06am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you are visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Thursday, March 23.
Blue Skies and Fresh Powder and a break in weather for a Beautiful Day of Spring Skiing & Riding. Winter Conditions with Powder & Machine Groomed Packed Powder! Cut work and hit the slopes today. Don’t forget the sunscreen and ski & ride with a buddy if you go off-piste. Have Fun & Be Safe!
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Sunny Skies. Highs: 42F to 52F. Light winds becoming southwest up to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/24/2017 - 9:40am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is February 24.
TGIF… WITH A BREAK IN WEATHER AND SOME BLUE SKIES TO START THE DAY AND GREAT SNOW CONDITIONS!
SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE. STAY ON OPENED TERRAIN ONLY… DO NOT DUCK CLOSED ROPE LINES… HAVE FUN & BE SAFE!
SURFACE CONDITIONS ARE POWDER & MACHINE GROOMED CORDUROY AND SKIER-RIDER PACKED
POWDER.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/23/2017 - 9:22am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you are visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is February 23.
MORE FRESH SNOW IS REPORTED AT RESORTS SO FRESH POWDER CONDITIONS CONTINUE… LAYER UP AND DRESS WARM!
SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE. STAY ON OPENED TERRAIN ONLY… DO NOT DUCK CLOSED ROPE LINES… HAVE FUN & BE SAFE!
CARRY TIRE CHAINS AS ROAD CONTROLS ARE POSTED ON MOST HIGHWAYS IN AND AROUND THE LAKE AND TWO HIGHWAYS ARE CLOSED FOR AVALANCHE MITIGATION.
SURFACE CONDITIONS ARE POWDER & MACHINE GROOMED CORDUROY AND SKIER-RIDER PACKED POWDER.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 9:33am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is February 22.
A WINTER STORM WARNING EXPIRES THIS MORNING AND THERE’S PLENTY OF FRESH POWDER…
MORE FRESH POWDER IS REPORTED AT RESORTS CAUSING DELAYS IN LIFT OPERATIONS AFTER SNOW SAFETY PROCEDURES AND THERE’S SOME BLUE SKIES THIS MORNING.
SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE. STAY ON OPENED TERRAIN ONLY… DO NOT DUCK CLOSED ROPE LINES… HAVE FUN & BE SAFE!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 10:17am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you are visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Tuesday, February 21.
A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT THRU WEDNESDAY MORNING.
24”- 40”+ OF FRESH POWDER IS REPORTED AT RESORTS CAUSING DELAYS IN LIFT OPERATIONS AFTER SNOW SAFETY PROCEDURES AND STRONG GUSTY WINDS AFFECTING OPERATION OF UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS.
CLOSED RESORTS: MT ROSE SKI TAHOE; DONNER SKI RANCH; ALPINE MEADOWS
ALL OTHER RESORTS REPORTING UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS ON HOLD AND DELAYED OPENINGS AFTER SNOW SAFETY… CALL AHEAD!
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 10:07am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is February 20.
RAIN & SNOW WILL DAMPEN YOUR PRESIDENT’S DAY WITH A WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT THRU TUESDAY AFTERNOON. FRESH HEAVY SNOW REPORTED AT RESORTS CAUSING DELAYS IN LIFT OPERATIONS AFTER SNOW SAFETY PROCEDURES AND STRONG GUSTY WINDS AFFECTING OPERATION OF UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS.
DRESS FOR STORM CONDITIONS WITH YOUR GORE-TEX JACKET, WEAR ORANGE, YELLOW OR ROSE TINTED GOGGLES. TAKE A SKIGEE OR CLOTH TO CLEAR LENSES. SKI WITH A BUDDY OF YOU GO OFF-PISTE; HAVE FUN AND BE SAFE!
Hiring event for people looking for jobs in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/17/2017 - 6:44pm
Looking For a job in the South Lake Tahoe area? El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free hiring event on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Public Library meeting room at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 10:53am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Friday, February 10.
WINTER STORM WARNING CONTINUES THRU 1:00AM SATURDAY MORNING. RAIN & SNOW EXPECTED WITH SNOW LEVEL AT 6500 FEET. MODERATE TO STRONG GUSTY WINDS CONTINUED WITH RIDGE GUSTS UP TO 85MPH THAT WILL HAMPER THE OPERATION OF UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFT. EXPECT DELAYS IN ALL LIFTS OPENING AFTER SNOW SAFETY PROCEDURES…
WEAR YOUR GORE-TEX OUTERWEAR WITH A HOOD AND TAKE A SKIGEE OR CLOTH TO WIPE GOGGLES… BE SAFE AND SKI & RIDE WITH A BUDDY IF YOU GO OFF-PISTE.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/14/2017 - 10:04am
Good morning riders and skiers, and if you are visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Saturday, January 14.
ALL RESORTS ARE OPEN AND GEARED UP FOR YOUR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. WEEKEND. PLENTY OF FRESH TRACKS TO BE MADE AS WELL AS MACHINE GROOMED CORDUROY… EXPECT DELAYS IN SOME LIFTS & TERRAIN OPENINGS.
STAY ON DESIGNATED OPEN RUNS ONLY AND BE SAFE. STAY OUT OF THE BACK COUNTRY TODAY…
TODAY’S WEATHER (NWS GREATER LAKE TAHOE AREA): Expect Mostly Cloudy Skies in the morning… then, becoming Partly Cloudy… Highs: 29F to 34F. Light winds.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/12/2017 - 10:05am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you are visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is January 12.
A WINTER STORM WARNING CONTINUES TODAY THRU 10:00PM THIS EVENING… GOOD NEWS IS THERE’S MORE SNOW FALLING AND WINDS HAVE DIED DOWN…
MOST RESORTS ARE DIGGING OUT AND PLANNING TO HAVE SOME LIFTS TURNING… EXPECT DELAYS AND LOWER MOUNTAIN LIFTS TO OPEN FIRST AND UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS AFTER SNOW SAFETY. CALL AHEAD…
STAY ON DESIGNATED OPEN RUNS ONLY AND BE SAFE. STAY OUT OF THE BACK COUNTRY TODAY…
Bread & Broth in need of volunteers to help in their mission to ease hunger
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2016 - 10:56pm
Looking for a way to help your community by volunteering a few hours a month? Bread & Broth, an all volunteer organization whose mission is to ease hunger in the Lake Tahoe South Shore community, has several volunteer opportunities.
Serving the community with hot meals since 1989, Bread & Broth has expanded to offering "Second Serving" on Fridays at Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church and Bread & Broth 4 Kids, 150 backpacks full of food each week for local school children in need.
