Where was I?
Sometimes the stars just do not line up. Today was one of those days. The plan was to rise early and head for the slopes,… Read More »Where was I?
Andy’s Reports
More Terrain Opened Today
Hello Skiers, Another beautiful day has ended at Alpine Meadows. Beaver Bowl, Estelle Bowl, and even Bernie’s Bowl were open today. I did not venture… Read More »More Terrain Opened Today
Snow Showers
It has been snowing all morning in the typical snow shower pattern. Heavy snow followed by lighter snow and even a peak of sunshine. We… Read More »Snow Showers
A Large Civil Crowd
When I arrived at Alpine Meadows around 8:30 this morning the parking lot was on the verge of filling. It did fill completely as the… Read More »A Large Civil Crowd
Calm Before the Storm
What a difference a windless clear blue sky makes after yesterdays windy cloudy morning. The overnight temperature dropped into the teens allowing snow to be… Read More »Calm Before the Storm
Snow?
About 100 flakes of snow fell early this morning our of a very grey sky. Alpine Meadows was hiding in low clouds as a few… Read More »Snow?
Day One at Alpine Meadows
Bob, Ann, and Mark (hiding in his locker) ready for day one There is a special feeling when your favorite mountain opens for the first… Read More »Day One at Alpine Meadows
I AM READY
Winds were howling along the Sierra Crest today. Plumes of snow could be seen from the valley floor flying over the ridge line. I was… Read More »I AM READY
Construction Update
We took a quick tour of the base at Alpine Meadows yesterday afternoon. “Keep Out” signs have disappeared and fences to keep the public out… Read More »Construction Update
First Snow of the Season
Yesterday I took my mountain bike up to the top of Lakeview Chair. The scene afforded from the top was exciting as it offered a… Read More »First Snow of the Season
Second Picture Post Of The Day
Hello Friends, We hiked up to Five Lakes yesterday afternoon in an attempt to get a quick walk in before the rain began. The great… Read More »Second Picture Post Of The Day
Fall is in the air
Hello Friends, Days are getting shorter. Early morning daylight is giving away to darkness a little more each day. Winter is inching our direction, but… Read More »Fall is in the air
Granite Chief Trail
After a couple of nice days kayaking on the lake I decided it was time to get in a good hike. It has been pretty… Read More »Granite Chief Trail
More Hiking
Hello Friends, It is 81 degrees this afternoon in North Tahoe with a very light breeze. A perfect day for water sports. Perhaps you want… Read More »More Hiking
Hiking From Barker Pass
Hello Friends, The past few days have been just beautiful in Tahoe. It has not been too warm nor too cold. Winds have been blowing… Read More »Hiking From Barker Pass