The Lake Cushing Crossing Returns to Squaw Sunday, April 29

[Olympic Valley, Calif.] April 27, 2012 – Squaw Valley is excited to host the 22nd Annual Lake Cushing Crossing this Sunday, April 29 at 1 p.m. April 29 also marks the final day of Squaw Valley’s 2011-12 winter season, however, Squaw’s sister resort, Alpine Meadows, will remain open Friday-Sunday through May 13.
Click here for images of the Lake Cushing Crossing.
The Lake Cushing Crossing is the resort’s acclaimed pond skimming event that challenges participants to cross the vast and chilly waters of Cushing Pond on skis, a snowboard or any ski or snowboard-based vessel. The event is known for colossal crashes, hilarious costumes, and ultra-creative pond skimming contraptions.

Since the creation of the Cushing Crossing over 20 years ago, plenty of ski resorts have come up with their own pond skimming events, yet none rival this one. Perhaps it is because the characters at Squaw are a little more creative. Or maybe it is because Cushing Pond is a real pond, rather than a tarp-lined ditch or kiddie pool. Whatever the reason, the Cushing Crossing blows other pond skimming events out of the water, as demonstrated by the thousand plus spectators that come out for the event every year. 

In addition to the legendary pond skimming event, this weekend boasts an incredible lineup of spring fun at Squaw Valley with a Saturday pool party at High Camp, great ski conditions and sunny skies in the forecast, and music at the KT Base Bar.

The Cushing Crossing is open to the first 50 registrants. Registration this year will take place at the KT Base Bar at 9 a.m. and the competition kicks off at 1 p.m. The cost to participate is $20 per person. All entrants must be 18 years of age or older and wear a life preserver and a helmet. For more info go to squaw.com.