Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA, Caldor Fire Update Shortly after the Caldor Fire reached Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA, the communities in the South Lake Tahoe area were evacuated, prompting employees and friends to pack their essentials and seek refuge away from the Tahoe Basin. “Being patient for information has been one of the greatest challenges, as Sierra is more than just a ski resort, it’s our community…it’s our home. I […] Industry News Firebrains | September 7, 2021 1 Comment
Satellite Image Shows Impact of Caldor Fire at Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort, CA Satellite images from sentinel-hub show the area burned by the Caldor Fire at Sierra-at-Tahoe ski area in California. Related: California’s Caldor Fire is Threatening 2 More Ski Resorts The Caldor Fire reached the Sierra-at-Tahoe ski area on Sunday 29th August 2021, taking hold in the West Bowl before reaching the mountain’s front side. US Forest Service webcams at the summit of the […] Fire Firebrains | September 3, 2021 2 Comments
California’s Caldor Fire is Threatening 2 More Ski Resorts Although not out of the woods yet, the fire is still active in the resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort seems to be (so far) relatively unscathed by the Caldor Fire. However, Heavenly and Kirkwood appear to be next in the firing line, and both resorts are under mandatory evacuation. Related: UPDATE: Caldor Fire Reaches Tahoe Basin, South Lake Tahoe Deserted, and Evacuation […] Fire Firebrains | September 1, 2021 2 Comments
Has Summertime Use of Snow Guns Become Essential for Saving the Tahoe Ski Industry? On August 14th, the Caldor Fire began near Little Mountain in El Dorado County, and by the 16th, it had grown to 764 acres. On the 31st of August, it has grown to 191,607 acres and has actively burned for 17 days. According to Cal Fire, only 16% of the blaze is contained and has destroyed 669 buildings in its […] Fire Joseph Puetz | August 31, 2021 14 Comments
Caldor Fire Burns Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Area | California Side of Lake Tahoe Basin Under Mandatory Evacuation Order The Caldor Fire reached the Sierra-at-Tahoe ski area yesterday, taking hold in the West Bowl before reaching the mountain’s front side. US Forest Service webcams at the summit of the resort show the fire directly beneath a chairlift. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Josh Edelson (@joshedelsonphotography) Early reports this morning are that the resort suffered limited damage, […] Fire Firebrains | August 30, 2021 0 Comments
VIDEO: Firefighters Tackling Caldor Fire Load Up Chair 10 at Kirkwood Mountain Resort, CA [arve url="https://youtu.be/tkDnfXGiBfQ"] Firebrains | August 27, 2021 Likes Tweets 3 Comments
Caldor Fire is Now in Direct Line of Sight of Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, CA On Saturday, the Caldor Fire in El Dorado County southwest of Lake Tahoe crossed Highway 50 near Kyburz as high winds forced the blaze within six miles of Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort. Today, the fire is four and a half miles away and is clearly visible from the ski area. East of Kyburz viewing N side of Hwy 50 #CaldorFire pic.twitter.com/bEUfoaAowM — […] Fire Firebrains | August 26, 2021 1 Comment
Caldor Fire Forces Ski Area Closures as it Nears Lake Tahoe, CA On Saturday, the Caldor Fire in El Dorado County southwest of Lake Tahoe crossed Highway 50 near Kyburz as high winds forced the blaze within six miles of Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort. US 50, which links South Lake Tahoe to Sacramento and the Bay Area, remains closed. East of Kyburz viewing N side of Hwy 50 #CaldorFire pic.twitter.com/bEUfoaAowM — craig philpott (@CphilpottCraig) […] Fire Firebrains | August 23, 2021 2 Comments
VIDEO: All-Women Snowboard Crew Showcases World’s Best Freestyle Riders at Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA [arve url="https://youtu.be/9AVW6Ohwxgs"] SnowBrains | May 11, 2021 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
PHOTOS: Huge Rock Slide on HWY 50 Near Echo Summit Closed Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort, CA A huge rock slide caused the closure of Highway 50 on Friday, about 12 miles outside Lake Tahoe, CA. The slide in El Dorado County, was east of Echo Summit and also caused Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort to close for the day. Sierra will remain closed for the day due to uncertainty with HWY 50’s reopening. Closing weekend is full of […] SnowBrains | April 12, 2021 0 Comments
Does Obesity in U.S. Cities Correlate with Their Proximity to Ski Resorts? This week, Wallethub.com published its findings on 2021’s Most Overweight and Obese Cities in the U.S. In the report, Wallethub listed the top 100 most populated metro areas in the United States and ranked them based on 19 categories that they determined indicate weight-related problems. Some of these categories include the highest percentage of obese adults, the highest percentage of […] Brains Liam Abbott | March 5, 2021 0 Comments
Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA 2020/21 Winter Operations Update Sierra-at-Tahoe resort in California just let everybody know how they plan to operate next season. In an email to passholders, also posted on their site, the resort outlines what skiers and riders should expect when they turn up for their first ski day of the season. Related: All the Individual Ski Resort Winter 20/21 Policies in One Place Face coverings […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 18, 2020 1 Comment
2020 Tahoe Seniors to Graduate on Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA Chairlifts 2020 South Lake Tahoe and Tallac High Graduations at Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort The graduating classes of 2020 will have vastly different experiences than most high school seniors have had in years past, due not only to the pandemic but also the health concerns and delays resulting from the outbreak. Fortunately, one local ski area in the Tahoe region is getting […] Industry News Galen Carrico | June 12, 2020 1 Comment
Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA to Offer New Pricing, Renewal Benefits and More for 2020/21 Season While times have changed, Sierra-at-Tahoe’s commitment to its guests has not. In an effort to support those who wish to return to the mountains, Sierra is offering a new, comprehensive season pass plan which includes an extended Spring Pass Sale deadline, reduced pricing, exclusive discounts for renewing pass holders for 2020/21 Season Passes, credit for unused products and more. Related: Sierra-at-Tahoe’s […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 9, 2020 0 Comments
VIDEO: Inside Ops—The Sierra Avalanche Dogs [arve url="https://youtu.be/IvPGp9h6BoI"] AvyBrains | February 4, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA Report: Cold Temps, Excellent Conditions Report from Christmas week With temperatures remaining low, snow conditions have stayed excellent at Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA. Whether you’re out there to carve up groomers, search for tree lines and pow stashes, or you’re wanting to get radical with the squad in one of the five Sierra Playgrounds Terrain Parks, the conditions are optimal in all aspects. The holiday crowds don’t […] Conditions Report Josh Lease | January 3, 2020 0 Comments
Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA Report: 142” Season Total and Hitting 3 Parks Report from December 16th, 2019, and brought to you by Sierra-at-Tahoe It’s days like today that stick with you for a lifetime. What I love about riding Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA is you can head to the mountain solo and as soon as you hop in the line to load Grandview you’re with a squad of the local hound dogs ready to […] Conditions Report Josh Lease | December 17, 2019 0 Comments
Sierra At Tahoe Mountain, CA Report: The Entire Mountain is Now 100% Open As of today, Sierra at Tahoe Mountain is 100% OPEN thanks to the recent opening of The Backside. Having received over 110” of snowfall to date, it’s been an incredible start to the season for the beautiful Lake Tahoe ski area. With 46 open trails and 7 lifts scheduled to spin, Sierra At Tahoe has 2,000 acres of playful terrain. […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 13, 2019 0 Comments
Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA Set To OPEN For Season On Saturday, November 30th After 24″ of New Snow! By Sierra-at-Tahoe SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – November 27, 2019 – Sierra-at-Tahoe is please to announce that it will begin spinning lifts for the 2019-20 Winter Season this Saturday, November 30, at 8:30AM. After a slow start to November, Mother Nature has turned on the tap, bringing Sierra two feet of snow and counting in the last 48 hours. This, combined […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 28, 2019 0 Comments
SnowBrains DREAM JOB: Hiring 1 Snow Conditions Reporter For Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA – 2019/20 SnowBrains is hiring for a Dream Job this winter! We are looking for an incredible person who would like to join our team and create conditions reports for Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort this winter – 2019/20. This reporter needs to fit our motto that flows through everything we do: “Postive, Original, Intelligent”. The job is simple: provide SnowBrains with stellar conditions […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 25, 2019 0 Comments
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