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Best Ski Towns in North America to Visit if You’re Not Skiing or Snowboarding

Ski towns across North America offer a large variety of activities off the slopes. From fine dining and nightlife to spas, festivals, and art galleries, and everything in between, both the U.S. and Canada’s ski towns offer a little something for everyone. Some towns, however, pull well above their weight in off-slope activities year-round. From coast to coast, the continent […]
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The 9 Most Expensive Daily Lift Tickets in the USA Last Season

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Three-hundred-dollars. 300 big ones. A week’s pay or more for many full-time laborers in America—workers in the very same ski towns that charge these exorbitant prices for a day lift ticket. How do these honest people afford to go skiing? Or do they? Related: Understanding Dynamic Pricing in the Ski Industry It’s happening; daily ski ticket prices are reaching unprecedented […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Over 12 inches of Snow For California This Week

SUMMARY: A series of moderate storms will usher in a welcomed return of winter weather this week, bringing multiple rounds of snowfall and much cooler temperatures to the Sierra. Two main waves will impact ski areas across California, the first moving through from late Saturday night into Monday, and the second arriving midweek from late Tuesday through Thursday. Snow levels […]
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Northstar California Resort and SOS Outreach Unite to Bring Local Parents to the Slopes for the First Time

​Northstar partners with SOS Outreach to introduce parents of program participants to skiing and snowboarding for the first time. Truckee, CALIF. – JANUARY 9, 2025 – SOS Outreach, a national youth development nonprofit that cultivates a sense of belonging through outdoor-based mentorship, offered parents of its program participants the opportunity to learn how to ski or snowboard for the first […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: White Christmas Incoming for California–Up to 30 Inches Expected

This forecast was written at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 21 We’re kicking off the Christmas week with multiple waves of snowfall across the Sierra, delivering deep turns just in time for the holiday. Upper snow levels this weekend will give way to colder air by Tuesday, setting the stage for moderate to heavy snowfall in many resorts. Another system […]
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[VIDEO] Jeep Driver Arrested for DUI After Getting Stuck on Northstar California Ski Slope

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Late Monday night, a Jeep driver attempted a “hotel shortcut” on the slopes of Northstar California Resort, ending in a DUI arrest. Related: The Best Cars for Skiers and Snowboarders, According to SnowBrains Readers The driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, thought the ski slope would provide a quicker route to their accommodation. However, allegedly fueled by alcohol consumption, their decision […]
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Tara Schoedinger Named Vice President & General Manager at Northstar California Resort

Tara Schoedinger, the new VP & GM of Northstar California. Credit: Vail Resorts

Truckee, Calif. — October 31, 2024 — Northstar California Resort announced Tara Schoedinger as its new Vice President & General Manager, effective November 11. Schoedinger has served as VP & GM of Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Colorado since 2021. In this role, Schoedinger becomes part of Northstar’s deep history of women in leadership and will continue its legacy of […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: SNOW Possible in California in August for the First Time in 20+ Years

Snow expected across the higher peaks of the Sierra’s. Source: maps.weatherbell.com Forecast Summary Forecast written on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at 1 a.m. MST An unseasonably strong cold front will travel down the west coast this week, making landfall over Northern California on Friday. Temperatures will drop by 10-15 degrees, with below-freezing temperatures expected above 9,000ft on Friday night and […]
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Vail Resorts Announces 24/25 Winter Opening Dates for Tahoe Resorts, Whistler Blackcomb, Colorado Resorts, Park City, and Stevens Pass

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Skiers and riders also invited to leave their gear at home this season and try My Epic Gear membership: Premium gear available slopeside BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 14, 2024 — The best time to plan for winter is now, and your checklist to prepare for the ski and ride season is here. Skiers and riders who start planning now will lock […]
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Vail Resorts to Introduce Paid & Free Parking Reservations at Kirkwood, CA, After Success at Heavenly & Northstar

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Based on the successes of Heavenly and Northstar’s reservations-based parking programs, Kirkwood will offer reservations on weekends and peak periods next year with a combination of free, paid, and carpool options.  As the winter season of 2023/24 concludes, Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort are pleased to report positive outcomes from the new reservations-based parking programs effective during weekends […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: 1-2 Feet Possible For The High Sierra Friday Night Through Saturday Night

Forecast Published 12:00 AM MST 1/12/2024 Forecast Summary A storm will move through the region Friday night into Saturday night and bring 1-2 feet of snow above 4500′ in the Sierra. Snow will start Friday night and fill in Saturday from north to south. Moderate-to-heavy snow continues into Saturday night before winding down Sunday morning. Some residual light snow showers […]
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Vail Resorts’ Tahoe Ski Areas Announce Opening Dates and Terrain for 2023/24 Winter Season

Vail Resorts’ Lake Tahoe ski areas are gearing up for opening day and another unforgettable season as they begin spinning their lifts and welcoming guests back for the 2023/24 ski and ride season. After a slight delay due to warmer temperatures, Heavenly Mountain Resort will now open on Tuesday, November 21, with Northstar California to follow on Thursday, November 23. […]
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Vail Resorts Postpones Opening of 2 Tahoe Resorts Due to Unseasonably Warm Weather

Vail Resorts announced on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, the postponement of the winter season opening of two of its Tahoe ski destinations, Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort. Initially set to open on Friday, November 17, both resorts have delayed openings due to unseasonably warm temperatures in the region. “While we were hoping to ski and ride with you […]
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Heavenly, Northstar, and Kirkwood Resorts in California Announce Summer 2023 Opening and Activities

After a historic winter season with record-breaking snowfall, Tahoe-area resorts look ahead to summer operations and events After a historic winter season, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Northstar California, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort are all looking ahead toward summer. Conditions permitting, all three Lake Tahoe-area resorts are targeting Friday, June 16, for their opening days, with an array of highly anticipated summer […]
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Stargazing Tours to Return to Northstar Resort in Tahoe, CA

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Tahoe Star Tours announced today that it is expanding its summer schedule and bringing its popular stargazing events back to Northstar Resort, CA. Those visiting Truckee and North Lake Tahoe are invited to the resort’s Dark Skies Cosmoarium for docent-led stargazing events that will take place on select dates between June and September. Led by amateur astronomer and poet Tony […]
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