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From First Chair to Last Call

We haven't even been open a full week and already Mother Nature has pounded our slopes with non stop freshies! I don't know if it was the snow dances, our Pray 4 Snow Party, or if Mother Nature is having a fling with Old Man Winter, but we are being spoiled and I hope you are taking advantage! The snow is sooo fluffy, sooo dry and just ohhh sooo good! If you haven't experienced it yet, and your excuse better be a good one, let me lay it out for you.  In no time, you'll be calling in sick or ringing the babysitter! 

135 inches of the good stuff dreams are made of! I'm talking great snow and tons of it! From West Bowl to Huck you cant find a run without pillowy stashes hidden throughout! I was fortunate enough to ride the chair and snap a few shots with a few stoked skiers and riders and the general consensus was, it doesn't get much better than this! Lucky for you, it's staying cold and there are still powder pockets waiting to be found.  So go find your stealth stash out on Preacher's or Gate 2, you can thank me later!

If jumping and jibbing in the parks is more your style, not to worry my friends... A little birdie told me the boys are in Bashful right now pushing the pow around! So if your biting at the bit for a nice kicker, sit tight cause you know our boys will always do it right!

 

Ohh Sierra, I am so Thankful

Anyone who has stepped into a Starbucks, turned on the tube or heck even looked at the tacky Christmas sweaters making their appearance knows that the holidays are here and in full swing.  With so many things to celebrate; Turkey day, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, My Birthday ( I like anything covered in chocolate, in case you were wondering) and the start to a whole new year, its easy to get wrapped up and forget what I'm really thankful for. So without further adieu, lend me your ears (or eyeballs) cause I'm gonna let you in on what I'm thankful for here at Sierra on this Thanksgiving day.

1. POWDER

Ok obviously this one popped in my head faster than a turkey running from your huntin' Uncle Ned, but come on, with over 101 inches in our first week, you've gotta give some love to Old Man Winter for hooking it up! I know I'm not the only one stoked out on this, and according to BA 's more is on the way so keep the snow prayers coming!

2. Smiles that go for Miles

I love the start of the season, everyone has their gear tuned, outfit tight and posse in tow.  Add a massive grin to their face and I'm one lucky girl to be a part of their perfect day

3. Turns that Burn

After taking a few Grandview laps, my tummy started rumbling for some stuffin. But knowing that if I could fit in a few more runs before heading back to the desk I would have extra room for that extra slice of pecan pie...or biscuit...sweet potatoes or maybe even double up on the whip cream....yummm. Sorry gotta snap outta the food coma and get back to the turns that burn.

The season is only getting started and I can't wait to add to my list for Christmas! So stuff yourself silly with white fluffy goodness before heading home for the main event!

 

Sierra-at-Tahoe is Opens TODAY!

The day has arrived...and sooner than usual! In just a few short hours, the base lifts at Sierra will start turning, carrying our loyal pow hounds to the depths of some of the best early-season conditions we have seen in years. 85 inches since Saturday, I better grab the longest board I have! And what a surprise to find 9 inches of new snow this morning. And quite frankly, it's dumping so be prepared for fresh tracks ALL day 'cause as soon as you slash 'em, they'll get filled right in. Here's a first hand view: Nob Hill Web Cam

Hmm, sorry, I gotta get out there!

 

Sierra-at-Tahoe is Opening!

I left the resort on Friday afternoon with gusting winds and fast-blowing clouds. It was obvious that a storm was brewing. And yes, I saw the exciting weather reports calling for feet and feet of snow throughout the weekend, but I was not prepared for this much snow, this early in the season! It's now Monday morning and a total of 76 inches fell on Sierra Resort since Saturday and 2-4 feet are predicted for today alone.

Allow me to put 76 inches in perspective: lifts are buried, snow level is above my waist, entrance to Rentals is completely snowed in and every resort employee is either shoveling, plowing or snow-blowing.

So what does this "early season storm of all storms" mean for Sierra-at-Tahoe? Opening day is on Tuesday, November 23rd! We will be loading the base area lifts at noon with tickets available for just $20 for adults and $5 for kids. All ticket sales will be donated to local sports teams. Normal early-season operations will begin on Wednesday. The conditions are deep, blower and full-on winter - it's hard to believe that Thanksgiving hasn't even arrived. If pow conditions aren't enough to satisfy you, then be restassured that the Sierra Park Crew is currently pulling out rails for a 6 to 7 feature line on Broadway with everything from small to large jibs. As the snow continues to fall, be ready to continued park builds.

Till next time, much snow love from your ecstatic Sierra-at-Tahoe Snowreporter!