“If You Seek Their Monument, Look Around You”
Today is the day that we remember the heroes of Alpine Meadows, being the 43rd anniversary of the 1982 avalanche which killed 7 people. A… Read More »“If You Seek Their Monument, Look Around You”
History
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
Some Spring Weather Ahead And Then Questions
It was another windy day at Alpine Meadows and it appears I may have skied during the wrong part of the day. That’s not to… Read More »Some Spring Weather Ahead And Then Questions
Putting The Meadow In Alpine Meadows
It’s 2:00 pm and I just got the tweet that TLC finally opened today. Unfortunately, I was already at Alpine Meadows once this morning and… Read More »Putting The Meadow In Alpine Meadows
A Prelude & Plywood
Today was the prelude to the big storm that is expected for the weekend. About 7 inches of new snow fell overnight at Alpine Meadows,… Read More »A Prelude & Plywood
The Legacy Of Alpine Meadows: The 1982 Avalanche
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the March 31, 1982 avalanche at Alpine Meadows. It remains the deadliest avalanche in the modern history of California.… Read More »The Legacy Of Alpine Meadows: The 1982 Avalanche
The Longest Ride & A Piece Of History
The cold northeast wind arrived right on forecast this morning, bringing super chilly air and strong winds. As much as I love skiing, having grown… Read More »The Longest Ride & A Piece Of History
Sixty Years Of Progression At Alpine Meadows
This December will mark the 60th anniversary of the opening of Alpine Meadows. While we’re pretty certain that much of the attention will be focused… Read More »Sixty Years Of Progression At Alpine Meadows