Almost Perfect
Some days are more inspiring than others. I admit that spiritually attempting to join with our mountain on a rainy or wet snowy day is… Read More »Almost Perfect
Andy’s Reports
Winter or Spring?
It snowed, rained, and drizzled, and the sun came out. Spring arrived once again in the middle of winter. I thought today was a spectacular… Read More »Winter or Spring?
I Was Not There
It is a beautiful afternoon, but it did not start out that way. I woke up to wind-driven snow slamming against my window. Checking the… Read More »I Was Not There
Wait, Wait, and Wait More!
Wait! Wait! Wait! Today was a long waiting game for those that love Alpine Meadows and cannot go home without at least a couple of… Read More »Wait, Wait, and Wait More!
Rolling Along
I was underdressed yesterday. It was just cold, especially with the wind blowing at the top of Summit Chair, and the additional breeze created skiing… Read More »Rolling Along
Super Bowl Weekend
The good news was that I had a parking reservation today, so I did not have to deal with the free door-to-door shuttle service provided… Read More »Super Bowl Weekend
Trees Fall in the Wind
Wind, and more wind, a little snow, and a tree falling over made up today’s tale. According to the Palisades/Alpine App, wind gusts were recorded… Read More »Trees Fall in the Wind
If You Don’t Go!
At 6:30 pm last night, rain was pouring down in Alpine Meadows. It was depressing because we had been hoping for the air to cool… Read More »If You Don’t Go!
Flip Flop
Yesterday, I was wringing out my gloves and questioning my sanity, once again, as we sat on wet chairlifts and wiped raindrops off our goggle… Read More »Flip Flop
Wet! Wet! Wet!
Wring It Out Sometimes, perhaps more than sometimes, I wonder if I am nuts. Standing in the locker room this morning with a warm cup… Read More »Wet! Wet! Wet!
Away from the Crowd
Away from the Crowd. Sticking to the groomed runs offered some very nice skiing today, but after a while I tend to want to wander… Read More »Away from the Crowd
Same as Yesterday?
It may have been a bit warmer today, but basically it was the same as yesterday. The day began with a cool breeze atop Summit… Read More »Same as Yesterday?
A Cold Day
Sunshine is beginning to take over this afternoon, after hiding most of the day. It was cold today. I think most of you would agree… Read More »A Cold Day
Ski Safety Week
A friend and I were discussing the need to lower the safety bar on a chairlift, and when to raise it before exiting the chair.… Read More »Ski Safety Week
Winter? Spring?
Winter or Spring? Was it NOAA that promised today would be a warm, windless, spring day in the Sierra, or was it Mark? No matter… Read More »Winter? Spring?