The Alta, UT Parking Issue: Discussing Possible Parking Scenarios for Next Ski Season This article was originally published by Alta Ski Area POSSIBLE PARKING SCENARIOS FOR NEXT SKI SEASON Alta Ski Lifts (ASL) has developed and maintains parking lots within its special use permit with the US Forest Service for ski area customers and operational purposes. Over the years, ASL has allowed use of these parking areas by non-ski area visitors, such as […] Industry News Guest Author | March 9, 2021 5 Comments
The Utah Avalanche Center Shares Additional Questions Regarding the Wilson Glades, UT Avalanche That Killed 4 Skiers Last Month This article was originally published by the Utah Avalanche Center Below are questions we received about the Wilson Glades avalanche accident during a live Q&A session. We couldn’t answer all the questions that people submitted during that session. We have put them into this blog and provided some answers and some links to get more information. The questions have been loosely […] Avalanche Guest Author | March 9, 2021 0 Comments
Snowbird, UT Report: Bluebird and Windy but the Snow Is in Great Shape Brought to you by 10 Barrel Brewing Report from Monday 22nd February and submitted by Matthew Kidd Monday at Snowbird, UT was a bluebird day with enough thin clouds to keep it interesting. After 100″ in the previous week, and a three-day closure, expectations were high. It was an exceptionally clear day but very windy on Hidden Peak at the top […] Conditions Report Guest Author | February 24, 2021 0 Comments
Sun Valley, ID Report: Prime Weekend Conditions Report from February 19, 2021 Brought to you by Sun Valley Resort, ID Weekend conditions at Sun Valley Resort in Idaho are looking prime. The mountain received a two-inch refresh of light, dry snow overnight, and today we’re looking at bluebird skies, plenty of sunshine, and top-notch conditions for ripping pristine groomer laps. Temps will top out in the mid […] Conditions Report Guest Author | February 20, 2021 1 Comment
Top 5 Backcountry Runs Around South Lake Tahoe This is a guest post written by Eddy van der Kloot, mapmaker and owner of Backcountry Ski Maps Lake Tahoe is home to some of the finest backcountry terrain in the world, and while locals might argue over whether Truckee or South Lake has the best touring, the truth is that you can’t go wrong with either side of the […] Backcountry Guest Author | February 11, 2021 0 Comments
The Top Snowfall Events in Recorded History Is it possible to have too much of a good thing? Can it really snow too much? What is too much snow? These are questions that skiers and boarders often ponder on lift chairs or over a beer. If you live in a big city then a couple of inches is too much. It makes traffic come to a crawl, sidewalks become impassible and in 24 hours the once pristine, fluffy white magic is now a shade between dog piss and grey. Ugh!! I personally think there can never be enough snow as long as I’m not driving in it. […] Guest Author | January 28, 2021 46 Comments
TruckHouse™ Unveils Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Composite Expedition Vehicle: Perfect for Today’s Nomad The mid-sized expedition vehicle we have all been waiting for is here, and it’s built on the latest Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. Exceeds all factory Tacoma off-road capabilities. Built using state of the art composite infusion techniques. 360° of dual-paned safari-style windows. Limited production begins February 2021. SPARKS, NV, Jan. 2021 – TruckHouseTM has launched the BCT, their first mid-sized […] Gear Guest Author | January 12, 2021 4 Comments
Squaw Alpine, CA Christmas Storm Impacts on Operations CHRISTMAS STORM IMPACTS ON OPERATIONS by Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Dec 24, 2020 – 11:29 am A Winter Weather Advisory is forecast for the Sierra on Christmas afternoon through Saturday morning. Storm impacts are expected to include strong winds up to 85mph and up to a foot or more of snow to the upper mountains Friday night and into Saturday morning. While […] Industry News Guest Author | December 24, 2020 0 Comments
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