A Bittersweet Christmas At Alpine
On the surface, it was just another sweet powder day at Alpine Meadows. But underneath the surface, employees were reeling from the death of patroller… Read More »A Bittersweet Christmas At Alpine
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Sherwood Avalanche Today: Patroller In Unknown Condition
Here’s the press release from Alpine Meadows…at least we assume so as every media outlet has the identical story. Here’s the release: Today at 10:45… Read More »Sherwood Avalanche Today: Patroller In Unknown Condition
OMG Was It Good Today
Hello Skiers and Riders, It was an awesome morning on the slopes at Alpine Meadows. Snow conditions are excellent (cold winter pack). Walking from the… Read More »OMG Was It Good Today
Another Good Day & Questions Of The Day
The report for today is that things just keep getting better around Alpine Meadows. Everything that was good yesterday was for the most part also… Read More »Another Good Day & Questions Of The Day
We Are So Far Ahead Of Last Year
Despite the fact that some of us whine and cry when Alpine Meadows does not open early, it sure makes for a nice opening weekend… Read More »We Are So Far Ahead Of Last Year
The Bad News Is The Rain…But We Can Dream Good Dreams
The bad news is that it has been another “snain” day in Tahoe. That’s right, the higher mountains are seeing more snow, while the lower… Read More »The Bad News Is The Rain…But We Can Dream Good Dreams
This Is Not Your Average Rainstorm
Well, hopefully, you listened to the voice of reason today and did not bother driving to Squaw for skiing. As enticing as talk of fresh… Read More »This Is Not Your Average Rainstorm
While We Wait For A Storm…Get Ready To Vote
We’re still looking at a weekend ahead with a lot of rain, and hopefully some snow. The latest updates to the forecast have mostly added… Read More »While We Wait For A Storm…Get Ready To Vote
It’s Looking Wet And Wetter…
Forecast models are still flipping all over the place. Some models are suggesting snow levels may end up lower, while others say higher. The jet… Read More »It’s Looking Wet And Wetter…
Pre-Turkey Day Update
The Truckee Safeway is in full holiday mode. It’s that time of year where you know you’re in trouble when zero carts are available in… Read More »Pre-Turkey Day Update
Our Thoughts & Condolences To The Family & Friends Of Annalise Kjolhede
Many of you are aware of a serious incident at Alpine Meadows on Saturday, November 10. It’s clear that people are wanting to know what… Read More »Our Thoughts & Condolences To The Family & Friends Of Annalise Kjolhede
Ski Season Is Upon Us & Other Confirmed Rumors
It’s clear that ski season is totally upon us, with Mammoth mountain opening this weekend, and Boreal resuming operations. With another 2 foot dump of… Read More »Ski Season Is Upon Us & Other Confirmed Rumors
Yes, It Is Still October…Warm
After a brief flirt with winter last week, we’re back to more of a normal October pattern. Today’s temperatures reached around 60° at Boreal and… Read More »Yes, It Is Still October…Warm
Alpine Meadows May Have Been As Busy As Squaw Today
While one lift was spinning at Squaw, a number of people went back to Alpine Meadows to earn some of their own turns. With another… Read More »Alpine Meadows May Have Been As Busy As Squaw Today
And Suddenly, People Went Skiing
You probably know some people that say things like “Those weather forecasters are never right!” Here at Unofficial Alpine, we have been telling you for… Read More »And Suddenly, People Went Skiing