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December 10, 2009
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Storm Dumps Three Feet of Fresh Snow On Tahoe Resorts!
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Do You See Your Email Address Below? Northstar/Sierra Tickets!
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Sports Basement Holiday Sales, Sugar Bowl $25, Alpine Opens Big!
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Diamond Peak, Boreal, Squaw Valley USA, Bear Valley
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Rose, Kirkwood, Sugar Bowl, Heavenly
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With Storms Come Great Skiing and Riding
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Hello Sliders!
Oh man...I've seen some storms blow into Tahoe, but this one really rocked. The photo is Dave Schotzko, shredding Burnout on the Backside of Northstar-at-Tahoe. If you scan down the photos, you'll see Dave about twenty minutes later. We're standing in a full-on early season blizzard!
Twenty four hours and (up to) four feet later, Lake Tahoe ski resorts were busy grooming all that snow and opening way more terrain than we usually see before the holidays. Our Facebook fans get a running update and a first shot at deals. Become our fan at http://www.facebook.com/slidingonthecheap
*Alpine Meadows Video
Awesome video at Alpine, thanks to Rachael. Want to see deep snow? Yeah, that's what I'm talking about! http://blog.skialpine.com/
*Current Conditions
They are changing so fast, we hesitate to list them on the SOTC newsletter. Best to check the website of your favorite resort to see what they have planned for the weekend. More snow is on the way, and that will again change the terrain and slope situation.
*Skinny
Listen up dear sliders, as we pass along the best advice we'll have for you all season long. Between now and December 24th will be the best skiing and riding for your dollar all the way until March. There are tons of early season ticket deals, we've got some killer hotel, and most people are too busy shopping to ski or ride these awesome conditions.
*SOTC Reader Special
The Tahoe Biltmore Casino and Hotel!
$29 Midweek or $49 weekend Cottage or Hotel, right up until December 20, or until sold-out. A super special for our Crew. Have at it!
You must say. "I want the Sliding on the Cheap Special." 1-800-BILTMORE. http://www.tahoebiltmore.com
*Deals, Holiday Deals, More
Yes! We've got all kinds. If you're headed up over the holiday, now is the time to get that hotel/motel squared away. Where does the Crew stay during the holiday? Easy one: Tahoe Biltmore and Casino on Northshore. Great value. Other favorites include The Lakeside Casino Southshore, Motel 6 Southshore and anything in Reno!
*Mike Pechner Weekend Weather Forecast! "Weather system is due Thursday, continuing on Friday. Skies will clear overnight with mostly sunny skies and highs in the 30s on Saturday. The next weather system? Sunday afternoon with snow and winds continuing on Monday. Snow level will be around 5000 ft. Totals one to three feet of new snow. "
*SOTC The Website!
We can't post all the deals here. Darryl has it updated with endless deals. Make sure to check the website at http://www.slidingonthecheap.com for deals galore!
[Photo: PSIA Level III Examiner (and SOTC Crew favorite), Dave Schotzko, carving turns down Burnout @ wonderful Northstar-at-Tahoe ahead of the blizzard.]
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*Sports Basement
Remember - ask for your "Sliding on the Cheap" discount instore for your extra 10% off (not valid on lift tickets), or use SOTCSB at the website. http://www.sportsbasement.com
*Sports Basement Discount Tickets!
Squaw Valley Adult (19-64) $63
Sugar Bowl Adult (23-59) $58
Alpine Adult (19+) $57
Bear Valley Adult (20-64) $49
Diamond Peak Adult (18-59) $39
Homewood Adult (19+) $43
Kirkwood Adult (19-64) $58
Sierra at Tahoe Adult (23-64) $58
*Learn to Ski/Ride for $25.00!
Not everyone can gracefully schuss down black diamond slopes and North Lake Tahoe ski resorts are giving novice skiers and snowboarders the opportunity to learn at bargain prices. The 10th Annual Learn to Ski and Board Weekend, scheduled for December 12-13, costs $25 and includes an all-day beginner lift ticket, group lesson and gear rental.
http://www.slidingonthecheap.com/learnmore
*Sugar Bowl Excellence In Education December 19th!
$25 tickets at Sugar Bowl Dec. 19! On selected days, the participating resorts are offering skiers and snowboarders special discounted lift tickets and the opportunity to support education. The proceeds from your lift ticket purchase go directly to the Excellence in Education Foundation, which provides enhanced educational opportunities for our local students. Tickets must be purchased from Porters Ski and Sport in Tahoe.
http://www.porterstahoe.com
*Northstar-at-Tahoe Parent Predicament
For parents with children too young for ski school, Northstar Resort offers the Parent Predicament Ticket, an interchangeable lift ticket for parents to share. Take turns hitting the slopes and watching the kids. Please note the parent predicament ticket is only available for full-priced daily lift tickets and not valid on tickets that are promotions, discounts or multi-days.
http://www.northstarattahoe.com
*Alpine Meadows Open More Terrain!
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort will open more terrain and chair lifts to skiers and snowboarders. Summit high speed express chair lift will open today for the season, offering access to the mountain's summit.
Friday will include: Summit and Roundhouse express chair lifts; Hot Wheels triple chair lift; and Kangaroo and Meadow double chair lifts. Two beginner surface lifts will operate this weekend in addition to the five chair lifts.
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*Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe
Buy your lift tickets online and save! When you purchase your lift ticket online you can get it at a discounted rate. You can also reserve Rosebuds Children's Camps and purchase First Timer packages on http://www.skirose.com.
Got a SmartPhone (iPhone, Blackberry, etc.)? Check out http://skirose.com/mobile for current weather conditions, daily specials, web cams, ticket prices, and more for Mt. Rose mountain information.
*Mt. Rose Santa Ski Crawl Dec. 12th
The Reno Santa Pub Crawl comes to Mt. Rose! Ski in a Santa suit and pay only $39 for a lift ticket (Elves, Mrs. Clauses, Reindeer are welcome too).
*Kirkwood
MORE TERRAIN TO OPEN THIS WEEKEND!
Head on out to Kirkwood this weekend as the resort opens even more terrain... The storm early this week delivered four feet of amazing snow to the resort, allowing for the opening of Chairs 5, 6, and 11. With another small storm in the forecast before Saturday, Kirkwood plans to have almost the entire front side of the mountain open with Chairs 1, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 11 as well as the Tahoe Learning Center at Timber Creek! Rated among the best places to learn in the country by USA Today, the Tahoe Learning Center at Kirkwood provides a fantastic learning experience for children and adults of all ages with a private chair lift and run for those in lessons as well as specialized terrain designed with the beginner in mind.
Looking for a great deal on lift tickets? Visit your Northern California Costco store and pick up two adult lift tickets (ages 19 – 64) for $114.99… An amazing price that you won't find anywhere else!
For the latest in conditions, call Kirkwood's snow phone at 877.KIRKWOOD or view the snow report at http://www.kirkwood.com/snowreport.
*Sugar Bowl
This past week's storm brought over 3 FEET of snow to Sugar Bowl, and powder skiing and riding the last couple days has been fantastic.
Lincoln chair for the first time this season. Disney chair and Nob Hill opened Wednesday, so there's plenty of acreage – and plenty of pow – to ski at Sugar Bowl this weekend.
Sugar Bowl's first CORE Appreciation Day is this Sunday, December 13. Join the CORE for just $19 and not only do you save $10 on your lift tickets all season long, on CORE Appreciation Days you'll pay just $39 for an all-day ticket. Check http://www.sugarbowl.com for more info on the CORE.
General Admission is in effect for free lessons and rentals straight through December 25th! Skiers and riders age 13-69 buying an all-day lift ticket, and season passholders age 4 and up can get free rentals for the day and a free two hour group lesson at any level.
Season Passes are still on sale at reduced rates, but will be going to full price on December 19th so don't delay…get your Sugar Bowl Pass today!
*Heavenly
Book by 12/22 and Get 5th Night Free at the Marriott Grand Residence!
The Marriott Grand Residence is located right in the middle of the Heavenly Village, next to the Gondola. These luxury units are rarely discounted, but if you book by December 22nd, you'll get the 5th night of lodging free and the 4th day of skiing free! If you are thinking about a trip between January and March, now is the time to book!
[Photo: Deep Powder @ Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe yesterday!]
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*Sierra-at-Tahoe
$35 Learn to Ski/Snowboard Package
Includes a limited access lift ticket, rental equipment and a 2.5-hour beginner lesson for adults age 13+. Valid Sunday through Friday, non-holiday and excluding Restriction Dates: Dec. 19, 2009 - Jan. 2, 2010, Jan 17 - 18, 2010, Feb 14 - 19, 2010 and all Saturdays. Available in limited quantities, must book online.
*Sierra-at-Tahoe 3-Pak Lift Ticket
Ski or ride for $45/day any day if you purchase by January 1, 2010. 3-Pak lift ticket holders are now eligible to purchase the Passholders Food & Beverage Card for 20% more value for your money!
*$59 Value Season Vouchers - Northstar-at-Tahoe and Sierra-at-Tahoe
How it Works: Visit a partner shop, pick up a free voucher, and bring it to Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort for a $59 lift ticket or Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort for a $54 lift ticket.
Available Dates: Vouchers valid from season opening through December 18, 2009, January 3 - 15, 2010, and March 15 through the end of the 2009-10 season.
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To claim your ticket, send a note to kwtinto@aol.com within 7 days of the newsletter date and you're dropping in with the CREW, freebie.
[Photo: Yes, the same Dave Schotzko, 20 minutes after the photo at the top of the newsletter! That's a blizzard, sliders.]
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*Diamond Peak - Planning to open Dec. 17
Ski as little as $32 a day over the Holidays with a mini pass. Buy a mini-pass and save money. A Mini Pass works like a gift card. You choose how many days you want on the card. Each time you ski, present your card at the ticket window in exchange for a lift ticket and 1 day is subtracted from the card. A Mini Pass is a great gift for friends or family plus it's transferable, so you and your friends can use it! http://www.diamondpeak.com/tickets_passes/mini
*Holiday Season Pass
Coming to Tahoe for the holidays then this is the pass for you. It is good during the following dates: Dec. 19, 2009-Jan. 3, 2010, Jan. 16-18, 2010 and Feb. 13-21, 2010. Purchase this pass for $249, and save money and time during the holiday season.
*Have a Season Pass at another Resort?
Bring a Season Pass from another resort and ski/ride all day for $25! This offer is good anytime.
*Boreal
Boreal received 44" of fresh snow. With all the new snow, Boreal has been able to open 10 trails and hopes to have more open after the next round of storms. Anticipated trail openings for this weekend: Sunrise Blvd., Sunset Blvd., 49er Gully and potentially more. Work has also begun on the Superpipe, which should be opening very soon as California's First Superpipe of the 2009/2010 season.
http://www.rideboreal.com
*Squaw Valley
Squaw Valley USA invites first time skiers and snowboarders to come join the fun! For just $25, beginners will get a lift ticket, rental equipment and a full day of lessons from our world-class ski instructors. The program is open to both adults and kids. It is going to be snowing all week long, leaving great powder for learning to make those first turns this weekend! Don't miss this amazing opportunity to learn to ski and ride from the best at Squaw Valley for just $25. Try it… you’ll love it!
For more information, please see http://www.squaw.com/north-lake-tahoe-learn-ski-ride-day
*Bear Valley
Bear received 30-40 inches from this storm so far and more on the way. Make plans to head to the mountains this weekend. Will have lift information and more details for the weekend coming in the next day or so. Then on Dec. 18th we go 7-days a week and open for the season. Call the Bear Valley Lodge for great deals on lodging too. 209.753.2327.
Off-Mtn Ticket Outlets -- purchase direct-to-lift tickets from various off-mountain locations. Discounts vary, increasing as you get further from the mountain. http://www.bearvalley.com/tickets-rentals/lift-tickets/off-mtn-ticket-outlets/
[That's what it's all about! Tory Jackson ripping fresh powder at Sugar Bowl yesterday!]
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