[Squaw Valley USA] December 30, 2009 – With snow falling consistently throughout December and a post holiday storm that brought another 2 ½ feet to Squaw Valley, the skiing and riding conditions have been non-stop-phenomenal. The 127 inches of snow that fell this month make it the snowiest December since 2001 for the Lake Tahoe Resort.



Day after day of fresh conditions and full resort operations over the holidays have set the stage for a perfect introduction to the "Squaw Valley Experience", a new guide/lesson program offered by the Squaw Valley Ski and Snowboard School. The program, offered daily, gives skiers and snowboarders a unique opportunity to explore and experience some of Squaw Valley's most well-known (and some not so well known) runs with guidance and tips Squaw Valley's top instructors.

To date this season, Squaw Valley USA has received over 158 inches or over 13 feet of snow.
This December’s 127 inches snowfall total make it the snowiest December since 2001.
Current base depths measure 50-70” at elevation 8,000 ft (Squaw’s peak elevation is 9050 ft).
· Squaw Valley has received over a third of its average annual snowfall (450”) with 4 ½ months of the season remaining .

A fireworks display set off from the lower mountain rings in the New Year tomorrow evening.
Squaw Valley USA is celebrating two major anniversaries this season - the 60th anniversary of its founding and first season, in 1949-50, as well as the 50th anniversary of the Eighth Olympic Winter Games, held at Squaw Valley in February, 1960. The Olympic Heritage Celebration takes place January 8-17, 2010, at Squaw Valley USA and locations around the North Lake Tahoe region.