SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 the Tram and Funitel with 13 lifts scheduled the, EL 8200 with 16 lifts scheduled.

ALPINE MEADOWS they should operate 12 lifts today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL the Gondola and 12 lifts are scheduled.

HEAVENLY operating the Cable Car, Gondola and 11 lifts in California and 14 lifts in Nevada. .

KIRKWOOD there will be 12 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled. The winds were 10 to 20.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 14.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 42 Trails and 78 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK has 6 lifts in operation.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE 0 DEGREES TO MID 10’S WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH. THE SKY CLEARING MOST EVERYWHERE; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SOME POWDER IN THE TREES, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. PLEASE STAY WITHIN THE SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAM AVALANCH DANGER. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 the tram and Funitel on standby with 11 lifts scheduled, they received 3” fresh powder. EL 8200 received 6” of new snow 15 lifts on standby.

ALPINE MEADOWS they should operate 12 lifts today. Alpine did receive 6 to 9” of new snow.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 18 lifts in operation; snow and weather report missing.

SUGAR BOWL the Gondola and 9 lifts are scheduled. They did receive 4 to 7” of new snow.

HEAVENLY 2” of fresh powder operating the Cable Car, Gondola and 11 lifts in California and 14 lifts in Nevada. .

KIRKWOOD there will be 11 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track with ongoing grooming. Kirkwood did receive 10 to 12” of fresh snow.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 5 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They received 2 to 5” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today. New snow fall of 2 to 5”.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled. They did receive 2” of fresh snow. The winds were 10 to 25 with higher gusts on top.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track with on going grooming. Northstar did receive 1 to 2” of new snow.

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 11. With 5” of new snow.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 42 Trails and 78 K of M/G track. Tahoe Donner did receive 2 to 4” of fresh powder.

DIAMOND PEAK has 6 lifts in operation. They received 3 “of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. They received 3 to 6” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE LOW SINGLE DIGETS TO LOW 10’S WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 10 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. THE SKY OVERCAST TO CLEARING MOST EVERYWHERE; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE LIGHT POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. PLEASE STAY WITHIN THE SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAM AVALANCH DANGER. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA no report this morning.

ALPINE MEADOWS they should operate 12 lifts today. Alpine did receive 23 to 32” of new snow; the winds were 30 to 55 MPH with higher gusts.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 25 lifts in operation; 2 ½” of new snow winds 30 to 35 MPH.

SUGAR BOWL 11 lifts are scheduled. Did receive 2 to 4” of new snow.

HEAVENLY no information available this morning.

KIRKWOOD there will be 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track with ongoing grooming. .

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They received 10 to 21”of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today. New snow fall of 10 to 21”.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled. 16 to 18” of fresh snow. The winds were 10 to 35 with higher gusts.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track with on going grooming. .

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 14. With 1” of new snow.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 41Trails and 75 K of M/G track. Tahoe Donner did receive 20 to 25” of fresh powder.

DIAMOND PEAK has 6 lifts in operation. They received 1 foot of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. They received 12 to 15” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE LOW 20’S. WINDS WERE 10 TO 25 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. THE SKY OVERCAST AND SNOWING MOST EVERYWHERE; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. PLEASE STAY WITHIN THE SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAM AVALANCH DANGER. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 13 lifts. At EL 8200 15 lifts scheduled for today. It was snowing at both elevations with a trace of new snow.

ALPINE MEADOWS they should operate 12 lifts today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation; the sky was cloudy with light winds.

SUGAR BOWL 11 lifts are scheduled.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 11 lifts in California. With 14 lifts operating on the Nevada Side.

KIRKWOOD there will be 12 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 14.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 41Trails and 75 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK has 6 lifts in operation.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT. THE SKY WAS CLEAR TO OVERCAST; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SOME POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. PLEASE STAY WITHIN THE SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAM AVALANCH DANGER. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 11 lifts. At EL 8200 15 lifts scheduled for today. The upper mountain winds were 10 to 20 MPH.

ALPINE MEADOWS did receive 3 to 4” of new snow. They should operate 13 lifts today. Upper elevation winds to 18 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation. The weather and snow fall were missing today.

SUGAR BOWL 12 lifts are scheduled. Sugar bowl did receive 6 to 8” of new snow.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 12 lifts in California. With 14 lifts operating on the Nevada Side.

KIRKWOOD there will be 11 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. Boreal and Soda Springs did receive 2 to 4” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 13.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 41Trails and 75 K of M/G track. They did receive 2 to 3” of new snow.

DIAMOND PEAK has 6 lifts in operation. They received 5” of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. They did received 2 to 3” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE HIGH TEENS TO THE LOW 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT. THE SKY WAS CLEAR TO OVERCAST; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE FRESH POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. STAY WITHIN THE SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAM AVALANCH DANGER. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 11 lifts, they did receive 6” of new snow. At EL 8200 14 lifts scheduled for today, with 9” of new snow. The upper mountain winds were 30to 35 MPH.

ALPINE MEADOWS did receive 6 to 8” of new snow. They should operate 12 lifts today. Upper elevation winds to 40 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 7 lifts are scheduled. Sugar bowl did receive 7 to 12” of new snow.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 11 lifts in California. With 11 lifts operating on the Nevada Side. They did receive 10” of new snow.

KIRKWOOD there will be 10 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track. Kirkwood did receive 4 to 6” of new snow.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. Boreal and Soda Springs did receive 6 to 10” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE 6 lifts are scheduled. They did received 4 to 6” of new snow.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 40 K of M/G track. They did receive 11” of new snow.

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 10 with 8” if new snow.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 41Trails and 72 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation. They received 1” of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. They did received 10” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE HIGH TEENS TO THE LOW 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT. THE SKY WAS PARTLY OVERCAST WITH SNOW SHOWERS; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE FRESH POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. STAY WITHIN SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAM AVALANCH DANGER. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOURS

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 11 lifts and at EL 8200 with 14 lifts scheduled for today. The upper mountain winds were 10 to 20 MPH.

ALPINE MEADOWS 12 lifts in operation today. Upper elevation winds were 35 to 45 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 10 lifts are scheduled.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 11 lifts in California. With 14 lifts on the Nevada Side.

KIRKWOOD there will be 11 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE all lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE lift operation today should be 14.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 25Trails and 49 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID 20’S TO THE LOW 40’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT. THE SKY WAS PARTLY CLOUDY TO OVERCAST; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

Squaw Valley Launches New Dawn Patrol Program
Squaw Valley's new Dawn Patrol program offers a mountaintop breakfast and early access December 26-31 and following weekends throughout the season

[Squaw Valley USA] December 24, 2010 – Squaw Valley USA announced today a new program that gives guests the opportunity to experience an area of the mountain prior to normal operations. Squaw Valley’s new Dawn Patrol program includes a scrumptious mountaintop breakfast at High Camp, el. 8200’, and pre-public access to Shirley Lake’s 200 acres. Dawn Patrol combines fine dining with exclusive access to Squaw Valley’s terrain for an incredible morning mountain experience.

“From the five-star breakfast to the pristine mountain views as the sun rises over the peaks, Squaw Valley’s Dawn Patrol is one of the most unique experiences in all of skiing,” said Andy Wirth, Squaw Valley’s President and CEO. “Guests will have nearly an hour and a half to ski and ride tree runs, virgin corduroy and exhilarating chutes before public access.”

Guests arrive at Squaw Valley’s Cable Car Building at 7:15am to take the 7:40am Cable Car to High Camp. The eight minute ride includes breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the sun rising over the mountain peaks. Once at High Camp, Dawn Patrol attendees can decide if they want to hit the slopes at 8 o’clock sharp or enjoy the full breakfast buffet before heading out onto the slopes. Breakfast is served from 7:45am to 10am and offers a wide range of food from fresh fruit and delicious French toast to a chef-manned made-to-order omelet bar. At 8am, skiers and riders can take to the hill to enjoy fresh tracks on Shirley Lake. Whether the morning offers fresh powder or untouched corduroy, guests can experience Squaw Valley USA as their own private mountain.

Wirth continued, “As is always the case, our commitment to safety is unwavering. In that light, we will only open this terrain when it is cleared by our world-class ski patrol. Full refunds will be granted should safety or weather force us to cancel.”

Dawn Patrol will be running from December 26 through December 31, 2010 and following weekends throughout the season. Guests can ski or ride with special guest Jonny Moseley who will be in attendance from December 26 through December 28. The Dawn Patrol experience costs $49, which includes a signature breakfast buffet and early access to Shirley Lake. The price does not include a lift ticket, which is available at the daily rate.

Those wanting to partake in Squaw Valley’s newest program can pre-purchase online at www.squaw.com/dawn-patrol or at any ticket window. If bought online, Dawn Patrol tickets must be purchased prior to 3pm the day before. Pending availability, tickets can also be purchased the morning-of inside the Cable Car building. To ensure an exclusive mountain experience, Dawn Patrol is limited to 150 people.

Squaw Valley USA is also offering a mountaintop breakfast at High Camp, el. 8200’, from 8am to 10am on December 26-31 and all following weekend mornings. Starting at 8am, diners can ride the Cable Car and enjoy the five-star breakfast buffet overlooking stunning views of Lake Tahoe. Breakfast tickets can be pre-purchased in any ticket portal as well as morning-of in the Cable Car lobby. High Camp breakfast and cable car packages are also available for purchase. Diners who are not part of the Dawn Patrol program will have access to the lifts when the mountain opens at 9am.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 11 lifts and at EL 8200 with 14 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 11 lifts in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation. They received 4 to 6” of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 10 lifts are scheduled.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 11 lifts in California. With 16 lifts on the Nevada Side.

KIRKWOOD there will be 11 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE all lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 40 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE they received 3” of fresh snow. Lift operation today should be 13.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today; cross country Area is open with 39Trails and 61 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID TEENS TO THE HIGH 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT. THE SKY WAS CLEARING TO OVERCAST WITH SOME SNOW SHOWERS; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 11 lifts and at EL 8200 with 14 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 11 lifts in operation today. The wind on top was 25 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation. They received 4 to 6” of new snow .

SUGAR BOWL 2 to 4” of new snow, 10 lifts are scheduled. .

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 9 lifts in California. With 14 lifts on the Nevada Side.

KIRKWOOD they received 4 to 6” of fresh snow and snowing. There will be 11 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They received 2 to 3” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today. They also received 2 to 3” of new snow.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 40 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE they received 1” of fresh snow. Lift operation today should be 9.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 25 Trails and 49 K of M/G track. They received 2 to 3” of fresh snow.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID TEENS TO THE HIGH 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT. THE SKY WAS CLEARING TO OVERCAST WITH SOME SNOW SHOWERS; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

Ski Free at Squaw Valley USA with Same-Day Flights
Squaw Valley USA now offers free afternoon lift tickets to same-day air travelers



[Squaw Valley USA] December 22, 2010 – Squaw Valley USA announces a great new deal where guests just off the airplane can ski or ride the afternoon and evening for free. Starting today, guests can present a same-day commercial airline boarding pass with a matching photo ID at Squaw Valley’s Season Passes & Tickets office and receive a complimentary lift ticket good for the rest of the afternoon as well as night skiing.

These complimentary half-day lift tickets are valid from 1pm until 9pm on Fridays & Saturdays or from 1pm until 7pm mid-week while night operations are in effect. This new program means that guests from across the nation can have breakfast in the airport of their origination city and enjoy lunch, or even dinner on the slopes of Squaw Valley USA.

Located just 42 miles or 50 minutes from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) and 2 hours from the Sacramento International Airport (SMF), Squaw Valley USA is one of the most accessible world-class ski resorts in North America. In addition to fantastic airport service, Squaw Valley is located just 3.5 hours on I-80 from San Francisco and the Bay Area.

The Reno-Tahoe International Airport is widely known for easy access, effortless check-ins and a temperate climate that makes weather-related delays and closures an extreme rarity. The Reno-Tahoe International airport was also recently ranked #1 in the nation in terms of flights added since the third quarter of 2009. Since January 2010, the Reno-Tahoe International Airport has announced 17 new flights including a new non-stop daily flight to Houston, Texas beginning February 21, 2011 on Continental Airlines.

To be eligible for a complimentary half-day ticket, guests must present a proof of same-day air travel at Squaw Valley’s Season Pass Office or the Special Tickets Office. One ticket per proof of travel. Proof of travel is defined as a boarding pass, printed itinerary or baggage claim check. Document of proof must contain the day’s travel date, flight number and traveler’s full name. Matching photo ID must be presented.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 9 lifts and at EL 8200 with 12 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 10 lifts in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 19 lifts in operation. They received6” of new snow and it was snowing.

SUGAR BOWL 5 to 8” of new snow, 8 lifts are scheduled. .

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 9 lifts in California. With 14 lifts on the Nevada Side.

KIRKWOOD they received 3 to 5” of fresh snow. There will be 10 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today. They also received 1 to 3” of new snow.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 18 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 40 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE they received 1” of fresh snow. Lift operation today should be 7.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 25 Trails and 49 K of M/G track. They received 1to 2” of fresh snow.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 25 MPH. THE SKY WAS CLEARING TO OVERCAST WITH SOME SNOW SHOWERS; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 operating the Cable car, Funitel 9 lifts and at EL 8200 with 11 lifts scheduled for today. The winds on top were 20 to 35 MPH.

ALPINE MEADOWS received 6 to 9” of new snow with 11 lifts in operation today. Upper level winds to 38 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 16 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 1 to 2” of new snow, 9 lifts are scheduled. .

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 11 lifts in California. With 14 lifts on the Nevada.

KIRKWOOD they received 7 to 9” of fresh snow. There will be 7 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 65 K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They did receive 6 to 8” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today. They also received 2 to 3” of new snow.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 19 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE they received 22” of fresh snow. Lift operation today should be 9.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 25 Trails and 49 K of M/G track. They received 10 to 14” of fresh snow.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation. They did receive 1” of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID TEENS TO THE MID 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 35 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS IN SOME AREAS. THE SKY WAS CLEARING TO OVERCAST; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 received 8 to 12” of new snow, operating the Cable car, Funitel 8 lifts and at EL 8200 15 to 18” of new snow with 8 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS received 14 to 20” of new snow with 10 lifts in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 36 to 50’ fresh snow with 13 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 12 to 18” of new snow, call for an update.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 9 lifts in California. With 14 lifts on the Nevada; they received 24” of new snow.

KIRKWOOD they received 19” of fresh snow. There will be 6 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They did receive 12 to 18” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today. They also received 12 to 18” of new snow.

MT ROSE did receive 8 to 10” of fresh snow with 5 lifts are scheduled. Parking is available only on the Mount Rose side only this morning.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 17 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track. They did received 20 to 25” of new snow.

SIERRA AT TAHOE they received 13” of fresh snow. Call for an update.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 1 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 28 Trails and 48 K of M/G track. They received 10 to 14” of fresh snow.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation. They did receive 20” of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. Homewood did receive 16 to 24” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE UPPER TEENS TO THE MID 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 35 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS IN SOME AREAS. THE SKY WAS OVERCAST AND SNOWING ALMOST EVERYWHERE; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 received 2 to 3” of new snow, operating the Cable car, Funitel 10 lifts and at EL 8200 8 to 12” of new snow with 5 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS received 14 to 20” of new snow with 7 lifts in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 30 to 40’ fresh snow with 19 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 12 to 18” of new snow, 9 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY should operate the Cable Car and the Gondola plus 6 lifts in Nevada. With 13 lifts on the Nevada Side; they received 10 to 15” of new snow.

KIRKWOOD they received 35” of fresh snow. There will be 7 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They did receive 12 to 16” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 6 lifts today. They also received 12 to 16” of new snow.

MT ROSE did recieve18 to 20” of fresh snow with 6 lifts are scheduled. Parking is available only on the Mount Rose side only this morning.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 15 lifts in operation today. The cross country center has 40 K of M/G track. They did received 27” of new snow.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 10 lifts in operation. They received 13” of fresh snow.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 28 Trails and 48 K of M/G track. They received 12 to 18” of fresh snow.

DIAMOND PEAK has 4 lifts in operation. They did receive 11” of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. Homewood did receive 12 to 16” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE UPPER 20’S TO THE MID 30’S. WINDS WERE 20 TO 35 MPH WITH GUSTS IN SOME AREAS TO 50. THE SKY WAS OVERCAST AND SNOWING ALMOST EVERYWHERE; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 4 to 6” of new snow, the Cable car 6 lifts and at EL 8200 8 to 10” of new snow with 9 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 21 to 30” of new snow with 10 lifts in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 10 to 16” fresh snow with 18 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 24 to 36” of new snow, 9 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY No update available.

KIRKWOOD they received 14 to 16” of fresh snow.
There will be 9 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. They did receive 12 to 15” of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 6 lifts today. They also received 12 to 15” of new snow.

MT ROSE 14 to14” of fresh snow with 6 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 18 lifts in operation today. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track. They did received 16 to 27” of new snow.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 9 lifts in operation. They received 15” of fresh snow.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 25 Trails and 49 K of M/G track. They received 12 to 15” of fresh snow.

DIAMOND PEAK opens today with 4 lifts. They did receive 19” of new snow.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today. Homewood did receive 8 to 15” of new snow.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE UPPER 20’S TO THE LOW 30’S. WINDS WERE 20 TO 35 MPH WITH GUSTS IN SOME AREAS TO 70. THE SKY WAS OVERCAST AND SNOWING ALMOST EVERYWHERE; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 5 lifts and at EL 8200 10 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 11 lifts in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 22 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California the Nevada side have 10 lifts in operation today.

KIRKWOOD 9 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS should operate 5 lifts today.

MT ROSE 4 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 39 Trails and 61 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK opens today with 4 lifts.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID 20’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20. THE SKY WAS OVERCAST AND SNOWING ALMOST EVERYWHERE. NEW SNOW FROM A TRACE TO 3”; SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at El 6200 5 lifts and at EL 8200 8 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 6 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 23 lifts in operation. They received 12 to 16” of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California the Nevada side has 10 lifts in operation today. .

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS closed open Friday, Saturday and Sundays only.

MT ROSE 3 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; they did receive a trace of new snow. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 4 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 25 Trails and 9 K of M/G track.

DIAMOND PEAK opens today with 4 lifts.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 5 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE LOW TEENS TO THE MID2 0’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20. THE SKY WAS CLEAR TO PARTLY CLOUDY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE OPEN POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA received 10 to 22” of fresh Powder, with snow showers. El 6200 5 lifts and at EL 8200 8 lifts scheduled for today.

ALPINE MEADOWS 5 lift in operation today. They did received 19 to 28” of new snow.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 21 lifts in operation. New snow and weather were missing this morning.

SUGAR BOWL 9 lifts scheduled for today. They received 16 to 24” of new snow.

HEAVENLY 12 to 16” of new snow, the lifts have not been evaluated as yet.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. Boreal did receive 15 to 20” of fresh powder.

SODA SPRINGS closed open Friday, Saturday and Sundays only.

MT ROSE 3 possibly 4 lifts are scheduled. New snow received was 18 to 22”.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; they did receive 15 to 24” of new snow. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 6 lifts in operation; it was snowing at the time of the report.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 4 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 35 Trails and 61 K of track. Tahoe Donner did receive 12 to 15” of fresh powder.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 6 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE MID TEENS TO THE LOW 2 0’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 10. THE SKY WAS PARTLY CLOUDY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE FRESH POWDER, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED SNOW. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

Squaw Valley USA Hosts Grand Opening Party for
New Demo & Rental Center in the Village
December 17, 2010 – 6pm to 8pm


[Squaw Valley USA] December 14, 2010 – Squaw Valley USA is excited to announce the Grand Opening of the new Gold Coast Adventure Center on December 17, 2010. The Gold Coast Adventure Center will work in conjunction with the resort’s mountaintop Gold Coast Demo Center, allowing guests to pick one set of demo skis at the base and exchange them at the top of the mountain all day for one flat rate.

Located in the Village, the Gold Coast Adventure Center will open with a bang at the K2-powered Grand Opening party on December 17. Party-goers can enjoy wine and finger foods while they mix and mingle with the shop’s team members and check out the new demo fleet and performance rental equipment. Promotions will also be available for future waxes, tunes and demos.

The Grand Opening Party will run from 6pm to 8pm in Gold Coast Adventure Center, located across from Surefoot in the Village at Squaw Valley. The Gold Coast Adventure Center will rent high-performance ski boots, skis, snowboards, snowboard boots, snowshoes and demo skis.

Squaw Valley Ski Patrol Presents the 19th Annual Snow Gods Ball on Saturday, December 18th

A Benefit for Avalanche Education



[Squaw Valley USA] December 13, 2010 - Squaw Valley Ski Patrol is hosting the 19th Annual Snow Gods Ball on the evening of Saturday, December 18. Proceeds from the Snow Gods Ball allow Squaw Valley Ski Patrol to grant full scholarships to community members for Avalanche Level 1 education courses. Open to the public, the Snow Gods Ball is set to take place at the all new Bar One in Squaw Valley's Olympic House. The doors open at 8pm and the music starts at 9pm. All party goers must be 21 or older to attend.

This year's ball features live music by Truckee Tribe and a host of great raffle prizes. The Snow Gods Ball raffle prizes include a Squaw Valley USA Bronze Season Pass, lift tickets, avalanche gear, Helly Hansen Stoneham Jacket and Pants, Armada skis, Louie Vito Monster Energy custom snowboard, Dragon Goggles, Hestra Gloves, UNR Basketball Tickets and more.

The evening's headlining act, Truckee Tribe, is known for incorporating multiple genres of music into reggae. Their background in roots reggae provides a solid foundation for executing dub, hip-hop, ska, funk, and rock. Their original style and high-energy stage presence has created an explosive fan base, and the band is sure to keep party goers on the dance floor all night long.

Tickets to the Snow Gods Ball are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling Squaw Valley Ski Patrol at 530-581-7260 or at Porters in Tahoe City and Truckee. More information about this year’s celebration is also available by calling 530-581-7260.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 5 lifts; At EL 8200 has 8 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 5 lift in operation today. Upper Elevation winds 15 to 25 MPH with gusts to 50 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 19 lifts in operation. The winds were 25 to 30 MPH with higher gusts.

SUGAR BOWL 9 lifts scheduled for today. They received 1 to 2” of new snow.

HEAVENLY operating the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 10 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track. The temperature was 25 degrees and snowing.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS closed open Friday, Saturday and Sundays only.

MT ROSE 3 possibly lifts are scheduled. The base winds were 20 to 35 MPH and on top 35 to 45 MPH with higher gusts.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; The winds were 10 to 25 MPH. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 5 lifts in operation; it was snowing at the time of the report.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 4 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 28 Trails and 49 K of track.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 6 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES WERE IN THE LOW 30’s TO THE MID 40’S. WINDS WERE ALL OVER THE PLACE. THE SKY WAS PARTLY CLOUDY TO OVERCAST WITH SOME PERCIPITION AT MOST OF THE AREAS. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SPRING LIKE MG RUNS, SKIER, RIDER PACKED SNOW ALSO SOME FIRM TO HARD PACK. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 5 lifts; At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 5 lift in operation today. Upper Elevation winds to 25 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 19 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 6 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY operating the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 11 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 45K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 3 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing,

SODA SPRINGS closed open Friday, Saturday and Sundays only.

MT ROSE 3 possibly 4 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 7 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 28 Trails and 49 K of track.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE LOW 30’s TO THE MID 40’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 15 MPH UPPER LEVEL WINDS TO 25 MPH. THE SKY WAS PARTLY CLOUDY TO CLEAR, SUN SCREEN A MUST. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SPRING LIKE MG RUNS, SKIER, RIDER PACKED SNOW ALSO SOME FIRM TO HARD PACK. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

Celebrate the Holidays at Squaw!

December 18, 2010 - January 2, 2011


[Squaw Valley USA] December 12, 2010 - Celebrate the Holidays at Squaw with two weeks of yuletide cheer. Santa on skis, Christmas carolers, live music, holiday parties, and the Christmas Eve torchlight parade are just a few of the Holiday events and festivities at Squaw Valley USA this winter. Throughout the holidays, everything shines with festive spirit as the Village lights sparkle and guests enjoy moonlit snowshoe tours, shopping and holiday feasts in this classic winter wonderland. To top it off, Jonny Moseley will be on the slopes skiing with guests for free from December 26 through January 2. New this winter, Squaw Valley welcomes a host of new events for kids and families such as hot chocolate & s’mores snowtubing parties, a New Year’s Eve kids concert and a Christmas stocking scavenger hunt. For more event details, please see www.squaw.com.

December 18: Tubbs Guided Moonlight Snowshoe Tour
Come out and explore Squaw during the spectacular winter full moon. Join our experienced guides as you snowshoe amidst moonlit views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountain peaks. Fun for all ages, cost includes snowshoe rentals (you must supply your own poles if needed). Dress appropriately and wear proper boots. Tours meet at High Camp at 5:30pm. For reservations, call 530-452-7123.

December 18-24: Santa in the Village
Come visit Santa in the Village at Squaw Valley USA to take your picture and tell him your last minute holiday wishes. 12pm to 4pm.

December 18-19; 22-24: Carolers in the Village
Enjoy the festive sounds of carolers ushering in the holidays. Grab a hot cocoa and listen to our carolers sing your favorite holiday songs. 2pm to 4pm in the Village.

December 22-25: Santa on the Slopes
Santa and his elf are hitting the slopes! Santa will be skiing at Squaw Valley from 11am to 1pm from December 22-25. Come make some turns with the big guy.

December 22-30: Ski with Jonny Moseley Powered by Sprint (excluding Dec. 25)
Come on out to take a few laps with Olympic Gold Medalist and Squaw Valley’s Chief Mountain Host, Jonny Moseley. Intermediate and Expert skiers can join Jonny at the top of the Funitel at 2pm for a unique mountain tour. First stop will be Shirley Lake for a few laps and laughs as Jonny shows his skill and the skiing only ramps up from there. Ski with Jonny for the remainder of the day… if you can keep up!

December 23: Skate with Santa at High Camp Olympic Ice Pavilion, el. 8200’
Come skate with Santa at Squaw Valley’s Olympic Ice Pavilion, overlooking beautiful Lake Tahoe. Santa will be skating from 1pm to 2pm at High Camp, el. 8200’.

December 24: Pictures with Santa and His Elf at the top of Gold Coast
Come take next year’s holiday photo with Santa and his elf at the top of the Gold Coast Chairlift from 12pm to 1pm. Bring your camera or have your picture taken by the Mountain Photography professionals.

December 24: Holiday Torchlight Parade
Join us for this holiday favorite viewable from the base area and Village. A traditional family favorite, the Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade is a beautiful and festive procession of lights starting at 6pm. Please note, there is no night skiing/riding on this evening.

December 25: Merry Christmas from Squaw Valley USA!

December 26: On-Mountain Stocking Scavenger Hunt
Find one of the 100 red stockings hidden on the mountain and win free lift tickets and other great prizes! Prizes can be redeemed at the info desk in the Cable Car building.

December 26 – January 2: Squaw Sessions Ski & Snowboard Camp for Teens
Squaw Sessions is specifically designed for intermediate and advanced 13-18 year-old skiers and snowboarders. The program provides teens with the opportunity to experience Squaw Valley’s rich freeride culture firsthand. For more information or to make reservations please call the snowsports school at 530-452-7263.

December 26: Sunday Mountaintop Services
Give thanks and praise in the great outdoors every Sunday at Squaw. Services at Squaw Valley are held at 2pm at the top of the Links chairlift, led by Tahoe Resort Ministries. Cable car ticket required. All are welcome. Services occur every Sunday beginning Dec. 19, 2010 through Easter Sunday, April 24, 2011.

December 27-28: Hot Chocolate and S’mores Snowtubing Parties at Papoose
Start night tubing off right with a hot chocolate and s’mores cooked over a firepit. Free hot chocolate & s’mores available from 4:30pm to 6pm at the Papoose Discovery Center. Night tubing runs until 8pm on Papoose.

December 29: Dance Party on Ice with DJ Sparkle at the Olympic Ice Pavilion
High Camp, el. 8,200’ is bringing back a host of roller rink favorites including the hokey pokey and freeze dancing for our Holiday Dance Party on Ice! DJ Sparkle will call the shots as skaters boogie to the music. 2pm to 3pm at the Olympic Ice Pavilion.

December 31: Todd Wees Concert & Family New Year’s Eve Party at High Camp, el. 8200’
Come one come all and come dressed in your best for this New Year’s Eve Extravaganza. The all-ages soiree includes a starry-night Cable Car ride, concert starring Todd Wees and his band, a delicious dinner in the elegantly decorated Terrace Room, and a 9pm East Coast New Year’s champagne toast. $84 for adults, $49 for kids 12 & under (prices include Cable Car tickets). Event runs from 6pm to 9pm.

December 31: New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Enjoy incredible fireworks this New Year’s Eve at Squaw Valley USA! The show starts at 9:30pm and is viewable from the Base Area.

January 2: Sunday Mountaintop Services
Give thanks and praise in the great outdoors every Sunday at Squaw. Services at Squaw Valley are held at 2pm at the top of the Links chairlift, led by Tahoe Resort Ministries. Cable car ticket required. All are welcome. Services occur every Sunday beginning Dec. 19, 2010 through Easter Sunday, April 24, 2011.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 9 lifts; At EL 8200 has 9 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 6 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 23 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 9 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY operating the Tram Gondola and 10 lifts in California and 10 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 6 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 40K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing,

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts on the board for today.

MT ROSE 5 lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 14 lifts in operation today; ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 7 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 28 Trails and 49 K of track.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 6 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE LOW 30’s TO THE LOW 40’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 15 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. THE SKY WAS CLEAR, SUN SCREEN A MUST. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SPRING LIKE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED SNOW. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

Squaw Valley Institute Presents Mountainfilm in Telluride Festival

Two Events Highlight Films

Olympic Valley, Calif. – Squaw Valley Institute is bringing Mountainfilm in Telluride on Tour to Lake Tahoe for two film shows. All captivating, adventure and nature-related films addressing the limits of the human spirit, the films format include both shorts and longer length films. On the first night, Thursday, December 16, will feature an exclusive VIP event at Galley Keoki in The Village at Squaw Valley with private screenings of five films, along with the opportunity to meet and socialize with Justin Clifton, Director of Mountainfilm on Tour. Wine and appetizers are included in this limited-seating engagement. Tickets are $50. The second evening will feature six top Mountainfilm movies at Resort at Squaw Creek. Once again, Justin Clifton will host the evening, sharing insights into the remarkable collection of films. Tickets for the December 17 event run $20 for the general public, $15 for Tahoe/Truckee locals with ID, and $10 for Squaw Valley Institute Members. Tickets are available at www.squawvalleyinstitute.org. If tickets are available at the door on the night of the show, they will be offered at $20.

Doors open at 6:30 PM for the VIP event at Gallery Keoki; the show begins at 7:30 PM. For the show at Resort at Squaw Creek in the Grand Sierra Ballroom, the doors open at 6:30 PM with a no-host bar offered; the show begins at 8:00 PM. An after-party takes place in Sandy’s Pub at Resort at Squaw Creek on December 17.

Sponsors for the event include the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association and North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce. Venue sponsors include Resort at Squaw Creek and Gallery Keoki.

The film line-up includes:

Films on December 16

The Edge of Never - “What would Trevor ski?” That was the question on bumper stickers around the world after ski legend Trevor Peterson died in Chamonix in 1996. Nine years later, his 15-year-old son, Kye, is brought to Chamonix to tempt fate by skiing the same couloir that killed his father. The film, by director William Kerig, features an impressive roster of big-mountain skiers, such as Ansleme Baud, Doug Coombs, Stephane “FanFan” Dan, Mike Hattrup, Glen Plake and Kasha Rigby.

Last Paradise - Director Clive Neeson, armed with footage from 45 years of extreme sports pioneers in the wilds of New Zealand, has made a film about the unique time when such outdoor sports as bungee jumping were created. We’re showing just one of these amazing stories from the film: It involves Telluride local Jeff Campell, skiing, glaciers and Levi’s jeans.

The Blue Line - Take a rope, stretch it taut across a yawning gorge, and then walk across it while tethered only by a leash and harness. This is the formula for high lining—an intense and highly exposed sport that athlete Robin Avery and friends practice over a precipitous canyon in this short film about heights, exposure and the relationship between man and a thin blue line.

Point of No Return - Only 24 people have reached the summit of Mt. Edgar in China’s Sichuan Province, but none approached via the east side of the 22,368-foot mountain. Top-flight alpinists Jonny Copp and Micah Dash, followed by cameraman Wade Johnson for the Sender Films First Ascent series, were attempting a new route. As the group hiked toward base camp, they expressed concern about the warm weather. "It's scary," Jonny said on camera. "I've been on a lot of expeditions with Jonny," Micah said, "and that's the first time I've ever heard him refer to something as 'scary.'" They were right to be unnerved. After three weeks in base camp with little progress, they decided to abandon the ascent and retrieve some gear they’d stashed higher on the mountain. As they proceeded, a massive avalanche let loose, killing all three of them. Point of No Return tells the compelling story of these accomplished men and is also a testament to the talented Sender Films team who produced a clear-eyed film about their lost friends.

Alone On the Wall - Today, many climbers ascend Yosemite’s famous Half Dome in just a few hours. But how would they fare all alone with no partner, no rope and just a thousand feet of air between them and the ground? Meet Alex Honnold. He’s 23, tall, unassuming and kind of goofy. He’s also a calm, collected super-athlete who is pioneering new territory by free soloing big walls. Alone on the Wall, one of Sender Films’ First Ascent series, follows Alex as he completes two ground-breaking projects: free soloing Zion’s Moonlight Buttress and Yosemite’s Half Dome. In the world of climbing, free soloing is rare, and in the world of free soloing, nobody else attempts such big walls. His climbing is exceptional, but it’s his composure, focus and utter calm that make such an impression.

Films on December 17

Queen of Trees - This is the extraordinary story of a relationship between two unlikely creatures: a regal African fig tree and a nearly microscopic wasp. The Queen of Trees shared a Best of Festival award at Mountainfilm in 2006, and we bring it back because few films demonstrate the intricate and essential relationships of a specific ecosystem as well or as beautifully.

Mouse That Soared - Step right up and see the hair-raising adventures of a flying circus mouse! Witness the story of how an orphan foundling learns lessons in life and flight from his adoptive songbird parents. Come one, come all to this high-flying tale of beating the odds!

11 Degrees - You might not think of Scotland as the place to link turns, but despite a warming climate, a little Scottish ski resort continues spinning the motor on its rope tow. Skiers keep descending on one small swatch of browning snow. And whatever the conditions, Scottish humor and enthusiasm shine in the ski attendant, a mild-mannered man of the mountains.

As It Happens – At the beginning of this terrific short, Renan Ozturk (director of the award-winning Samsara at Mountainfilm 2009) addresses how disconnected an expedition and a film can be, which happens simply because of the time that elapses between the two. So he and mountaineer Corey Bradshaw “go rogue,” as they call it, and file video dispatches from their attempt at the first ascent of Nepal’s 6,000-meter Tawoche Himal. The film takes these individual pieces and ties them together in one well-made film that lets a challenging trip unfold as it happens. This talented director also has two other films in this festival: Khumbu Climbing Class 2010 and Living the Dream.

Facing the Waves – Bobby Vaughn is one of those characters who could originate from central casting in Los Angeles. Tough and charismatic, he’s a former gang member who has gotten into some trouble in the hood. Simultaneously, he’s an entrepreneur and helped build the cap company Von Dutch into a national brand and, of course, a surfer. But what makes this documentary by director Lee Quinby particularly compelling is that, after legal issues forced him out of L.A., Bobby has now taken root in Rockaway Park, NYC. He’s started a new surf clothing line in New York called FTW, which has a variety of meanings, some of which are unprintable, but one of which is Facing the Waves. It’s clear in this film that the waves represent a life force for Bobby as they rise and fall, much like this dynamic young man himself.

Eastern Rises - The Kamchatka peninsula in the Russian Far East may as well be at the end of the earth. Its enormous, wild landscape is threaded with rivers, swimming with massive mouse-eating trout and swarming with bugs and bears. In other words, this place is the Holy Grail for truly obsessed, halfway insane fly fishermen. Felt Soul’s Ben Knight and Travis Rummel last brought Mountainfilm audiences the story of Alaskan salmon at risk in Red Gold, and this film reunites the filmmakers with Frank Smethurst (the star of their short Running Down the Man) as he and other anglers head to Kamchatka during the summer of 2008. In this gorgeous film, fishing is poetry; Bigfoot lurks in the fog; and fishermen risk life and limb in decommissioned Cold War helicopters to explore rivers that have never been fished before.





Squaw Valley Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting programs having artistic, cultural and educational values. The Institute presents lectures, performances, forums, exhibitions and classes in the unique mountain environment of Squaw Valley, North Lake Tahoe, Truckee and surrounding communities, bringing together visitors, residents and friends in the truest sense of community.

Mountainfilm on Tour is dedicated to educating and inspiring audiences about issues that matter, cultures worth exploring, environments worth preserving, and conversations worth sustaining.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 9 lifts; At EL 8200 has 9 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 6 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 23 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 9 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY planning on operating the Tram Gondola and 7 lifts in California and 9 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 40K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 7 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing,

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts on the board for today.

MT ROSE 4 chair and 2 surface lifts are scheduled.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center has 38 K of M/G track.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 7 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER should operate 5 lifts today, cross country Area is open with 38 Trails and 72K of track.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 7 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE LOW 30’s TO THE HIGH 30’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. THE SKY WAS PARTLY CLOUDY TO MOSTLY SUNNY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SPRING LIKE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER WITH SOME WIND BLOWEN POWDER AT THE SOME OF THE AREAS. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 5 lifts; At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 6 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 18 lifts in operation. They did receive an inch of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY received an inch of new snow, planning on the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 11 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today; they did receive 2 to 4” of new snow. Cross Country Center is open with 40K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 5 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing,

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts on the board for today.

MT ROSE 3 possibly 4 lifts are scheduled; the winds on top 25 to 30MPH.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available. The cross country center opens tomorrow.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER opens today with 4 lifts in operation, cross country Area is open with 38 Trails and 72K of track.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT has 6 lifts in operation today.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE LOW 30’s TO THE HIGH 30’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. THE SKY WAS CLOUDY TO OVER CAST. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SPRING LIKE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 5 lifts; At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 3 lift in operation today. The winds on top were 60MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 17 lifts in operation. They did receive a trace of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY received a trace of new snow, planning on the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 10 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing,

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts on the board for today.

MT ROSE 3 possibly 4 lifts are scheduled; the winds on top 25 to 30MPH.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 9 lifts in operation today; ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM depending on conditions. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 5 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 39 Trails and 67K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE LOW 30’s TO THE HIGH 30’S. WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 25 MPH WITH HIGHER GUSTS. THE SKY WAS CLOUDY TO OVER CAST. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE SPRING LIKE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel an3 lifts; At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 3 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 16 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 12 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing,

SODA SPRINGS closed thru Thursday.

MT ROSE 4 lifts are scheduled; the winds at the base 20 to 30 MPH on top 25 to 35MPH.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 10 lifts in operation today; ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 5 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 39 Trails and 67K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE LOW 30’s TO THE HIGH 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH, THE SKY RANGES MOSTLY OVER CAST. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE HEAVY SNOW WITH MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 6Lifts; they received 3” of new snow. At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation; with 13” of fresh powder.

ALPINE MEADOWS 4 lift in operation today with 4 to 6” of fresh Powder.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 16 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 11 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 2 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing, Boreal received 2 to 3“of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS closed thru Thursday.

MT ROSE 4 lifts are scheduled; they received 8 to 10” of new snow.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 10 lifts in operation today; they received 2 to 3” of new snow. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation with 8” of new snow.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 39 Trails and 67K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE HIGH 20’s TO THE LOW 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH, THE SKY RANGES MOSTLY CLEAR AND SNSHINE. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE FRESH POWDER WITH MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

ACQUISITION OF SQUAW VALLEY USA BY KSL CAPITAL PARTNERS COMPLETED


OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. and DENVER, Colo. [December 6, 2010] - KSL Capital Partners, LLC announced today that it has closed the previously announced acquisition of substantially all of the shares of The Squaw Valley Development Company, which includes all facets of Squaw Valley USA ski operations, the Village at Squaw Valley and related real estate holdings.


“Squaw Valley is the birthplace of the modern mountain resort in the United States with a heritage, history, amenities and perhaps most of all, extraordinary terrain that can never be replicated,” said Eric Resnick, KSL’s Managing Director.


Recently appointed Squaw Valley President and CEO Andy Wirth will continue in his role. Wirth came to Squaw Valley in August 2010 after maintaining executive level positions with Intrawest, based out of Vancouver, British Columbia and Steamboat, Colorado, and has 25 years of experience in the resort and hospitality industry. “Squaw Valley has already begun a transformation under his leadership and we look forward to working with him and the Squaw Valley team as we usher in a new era.” said Resnick.

“The announcement of KSL’s completing the acquisition of Squaw Valley is great news for our guests and our team,” stated Wirth. “The KSL team has already committed more than $50 million in capital improvements over the next three to five years here at Squaw, clearly supporting their commitment to the mountain and guest experience.”

KSL is a private equity firm based in Denver dedicated to investments in travel and leisure businesses. KSL’s current and prior investments include some of the premier properties in travel and leisure, including Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa, Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, La Costa Resort and Spa, Doral Golf Resort & Spa, Hotel del Coronado, the Claremont Hotel Club & Spa, the San Francisco Bay Club and its sister clubs, as well as ClubCorp, the world’s largest owner of private golf and business clubs.


Squaw Valley USA is open for the season. The resort received a record amount of snowfall in the month of November. With over 12 feet of new snow over the last several weeks, Squaw Valley USA boasts superb skiing and riding conditions.

SQUAW VALLEY USA at EL 6200 the Cable Car, Funitel and 5Lifts; they received 1 to 2” of new snow. At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation; with 8 to 10” of fresh powder.

ALPINE MEADOWS 5 lift in operation today with 3 to 4” of fresh Powder. The winds on top to 30 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 13 lifts in operation. They did receive 12 to 16” of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 5 lifts scheduled for today, with 6 to 10” of fresh snow.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 10 in Nevada they received 6” of new snow. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today with 8 to 10” of new snow. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN RESORT 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing, Boreal received 6 to 1“of new snow.

SODA SPRINGS closed thru Thursday.

MT ROSE 4 lifts are scheduled; they received 4 to 6” of new snow.

NORTHSTAR AT TAHOE 9 lifts in operation today; they received 4 to 6” of new snow. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation with 4 to 7” of new snow.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 39 Trails and 67K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK opening December 16th.

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE HIGH 20’s TO THE LOW 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 25 MPH, THE SKY RANGES CLOUDY WITH SNOW SHOWERS TODAY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE FRESH POWDER WITH MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED SNOW. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA EL 6200 lift operations today the Cable Car, Funitel and 7Lifts. At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 5 lift in operation today. The winds on top to 28 MPH.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 24 lifts in operation. They did receive 4 to 6” of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today, with 4” of fresh snow.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 7 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 6 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN 5 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts in operation.

MT ROSE 7 lifts are scheduled; they received .50 to 1” of new snow.

NORTH STAR AT TAHOE 12 lifts in operation today; they received a trace to 3” of new snow. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 7 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 34 Trails and 62K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE HIGH 20’s TO THE HIGH 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH, THE SKY RANGES FROM CLOUDY TO PARTLY CLOUDY WITH PERSIPATION EXPECTED TODAY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED HEAVY SNOW. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA EL 6200 lift operations today the Cable Car, Funitel and 5 Lifts. At EL 8200 has 6 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 5 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 27 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 8 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 8 lifts in California and 9 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges.

KIRKWOOD 6 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN 7lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts in operation.

MT ROSE 7 lifts in scheduled.

NORTH STAR AT TAHOE 11 lifts in operation today. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 5 lifts in operation. They did receive 8” of fresh snow.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 34 Trails and 62K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THE TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM THE HIGH 20’s TO THE HIGH 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 20 MPH, THE SKY RANGES FROM CLOUDY TO PARTLY CLOUDY DEPENDING WHERE YOU ARE. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED HEAVY SNOW. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA EL 6200 lift operations today the Cable Car, Funitel and 5 Lifts. At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation. Squaw Valley did receive 6 to 8” of fresh snow.

ALPINE MEADOWS 4 lift in operation today. Fresh snow fall of 7 to 10”.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 17 lifts in operation. Mammouth did receive a trace of new snow.

SUGAR BOWL 6 lifts scheduled for today, with 8 to 14” of new snow.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 7 lifts in California and 7 in Nevada. Access thru both the California and Nevada Base Lodges. They did receive 3” of new snow.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track. Kirkwood did receive 8” of new snow.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN 6 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing. With a dropping of 6 to 8” of fresh snow.

SODA SPRINGS 6 lifts in operation, with 6 to 8” of new snow. .

MT ROSE 3 lifts in scheduled; 4 to 6” of new snow over night; the winds at the base 20 to 35 MPH, on top were 35 to 45 MPH.

NORTH STAR AT TAHOE 8 lifts in operation today; with 10” of fresh snow. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation. They did receive 8” of fresh snow.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 36 Trails and 63K of track with 2 to 4” of fresh snow. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. TEMPERATURES RANGE FROM HIGH 20’s TO LOW 40’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 25 MPH, THE SKY WAS MOSTLY CLOUDY, WITH SNOW SHOWERS. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE FRESH SNOW FROM LIGHT TO HEAVY, MG RUNS, SKIER, AND RIDER PACKED POWDER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. WE ASK YOU TO BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

NEW TEAM MEMBERS APPOINTED TO SQUAW VALLEY
SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM

Squaw Valley USA is proud to announce the appointment of Heath Nielsen as the new VP of Commercial and Hospitality Operations and Monty Waugh as the company's new CFO



[Squaw Valley USA] December 2, 2010 – Squaw Valley USA is proud to announce the addition of two new team members to the company’s senior management team. Heath Nielsen will be joining the team as Vice President of Commercial and Hospitality Operations, and Monty Waugh will be coming on board as Chief Financial Officer. Both Waugh and Nielson have extensive experience in resort operations.


“We are thrilled to welcome Heath and Monty to Squaw Valley USA," said Andy Wirth, Squaw Valley’s CEO. “These are transformative times for the resort, and Heath and Monty will be making significant contributions towards positioning Squaw Valley as one of the top ski resorts in North America.”

As Squaw Valley’s new Vice President of Commercial and Hospitality Operations, Heath Nielsen will oversee all aspects of the company’s hospitality holdings including The Village at Squaw Valley USA and all conference services. Nielsen will also oversee all aspects of the company’s Culinary Services department as well as all retail, rental and locker-room services and operations.

Nielsen joins the Squaw Valley team with 19 years of experience in the retail, resort and hospitality industries. Most recently, Nielsen served as Vice President of Operations and Commercial Properties for Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort. He was responsible for the development and operations of the Village at Northstar and the revenue centers for Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort.

Prior to Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort and the Village at Northstar, Nielsen was the Director of Business Operations for Sony Corporation of America where he led the expansion of the Sony Style flagship stores for North America. Nielsen was on the opening team of Metreon, the world’s first Urban Entertainment Center for Sony in San Francisco.

Nielsen also held positions as Regional Director for Vail Resorts, operating all retail and rental operations for Breckenridge, Keystone, Beaver Creek and Vail as well as General Manager-Market Manager for Old Navy, Gap Inc. where he was one of the first dozen employees hired to launch Old Navy’s concept nationally.

Nielsen grew up in the Midwest and began his career in the US Army where he served 6 years with the 10th Mountain Division as a squad leader. Nielsen has three daughters, Kristina, Isabella and Emma and a wife, Christy.


Monty Waugh joins the Squaw Valley team with over 10 years of finance and accounting experience in ski resort operations and resort real estate development. As Squaw Valley’s new Chief Financial Officer, Waugh will oversee all aspects of the company’s accounting and financial operations.

Most recently, Waugh was the Vice President of Accounting and Finance for Booth Creek Ski Holdings, Inc. and Northstar-at-Tahoe. During his tenure, Waugh oversaw all of the financial aspects of the company as well as significant on-mountain and base facilities expansion at Northstar-at-Tahoe.

Prior to Northstar-at-Tahoe, Waugh was the Regional Controller for Intrawest’s west coast real estate development group, which included the Intrawest real estate development at Squaw Valley USA. Prior to Intrawest, Waugh worked as an auditor for Ernst & Young, where he gained his CPA license. Waugh, his wife Clarissa and children Dale and Kaitlyn, have been living in Truckee for the past six years. They are avid skiers and snowboarders and also partake in many other recreational activities in the Tahoe area.

Heath Nielsen and Monty Waugh’s appointments come just a week after the announcement of Squaw Valley’s acquisition by KSL Capital Partners who have promised to invest $50 million dollars in the Lake Tahoe resort over the next three to five years.

“Heath and Monty will be welcome additions to our high performance team,” continued Wirth. “Their arrival is one more piece of the new era that we are ushering in here at Squaw Valley USA.”

SQUAW VALLEY USA EL 6200 lift operations today the Cable Car and 5 Lifts. At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 1 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 16 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 6 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 7 lifts in California and 7 in Nevada. Access thru the California Base Lodge only.

KIRKWOOD 5 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS Operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday only.

MT ROSE 3 lifts in scheduled; the winds on top were 35 to 30 MPH.

NORTH STAR AT TAHOE 8 lifts in operation today. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 4 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER the cross country Area is open with 30 Trails and 50K of track. The Down Hill Area will open December 10.

DIAMOND PEAK

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM MID 20’s TO LOW 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 15 MPH; AND THE SKY WAS MOSTLY CLEAR TO PARTLY CLOUDY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE MG AND TILLED RUNS, SKIER, RIDER PACKED POWDER WITH SOME FIRM PACK POWDER SHOWING UP. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.

SQUAW VALLEY USA EL 6200 lift operations today the Cable Car and 5 Lifts. At EL 8200 has 7 lifts in operation.

ALPINE MEADOWS 1 lift in operation today.

MAMMOUTH MOUNTAIN 18 lifts in operation.

SUGAR BOWL 6 lifts scheduled for today.

HEAVENLY is open with the Tram Gondola and 7 lifts in California and 6 in Nevada. Access thru the California Base Lodge only.

KIRKWOOD 6 lifts in operation today. Cross Country Center is open with 30K of M/G Track.

BOREAL MOUNTAIN 4 lifts for day skiing and 2 for night skiing.

SODA SPRINGS Operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday only.

MT ROSE 3 lifts in scheduled.

NORTH STAR AT TAHOE 8 lifts in operation today. Ice skating is available from 1 PM until 8 PM daily free to all. Skate rental is available.

SIERRA AT TAHOE has 5 lifts in operation.

TAHOE DONNER

DIAMOND PEAK

HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT is going to open December 10th.

THE WEATHER WAS TAKEN BETWEEN 4:30 AND 6 AM AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. TEMPRATURES RANGE FROM MID 20’s TO LOW 30’S; WINDS WERE LIGHT TO 15 MPH, AND THE SKY WAS CLEAR TO PARTLY CLOUDY. SURFACE CONDITIONS WERE MG AND TILLED RUNS, SKIER, RIDER PACKED POWDER WITH SOME FIRM PACK POWDER SHOWING UP. PLEASE STAY WITHIN SKI AREA BOUNDRIES DUE TO EXTREAME AVALANCH DANGER. ALL OPERATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO WIND WEATHER AND SNOW SAFETY. BE AWARE RIDE AND SKI WITH CARE.