This is it. The final weekend of skiing and riding at both Heavenly and Kirkwood is upon us. And with fresh snow coming to Tahoe followed quickly by warm temperatures, closing weekend will include both powder and warm sunshine.
by Clark Vandeventer 4/25/2012 2:47 PM
tags: Heavenly , Skiing , Snow Squad , Spring , Summer , Tahoe
Another ski and ride season is in the rearview mirror. This past Sunday was closing day at Northstar. Snow Squader Clark Vandeventer and other skiers and riders share some of their favorite memories from this season at Northstar.
by Clark Vandeventer 4/18/2012 8:48 PM
tags: Heavenly , Northstar , Skiing , Snow , Snow Squad , Snowboarding , Spring , Tahoe
Skiing and riding is not done in Tahoe. Heavenly and Kirkwood still have two more weekends scheduled. With plenty of fresh snow and warming temperatures, spring conditions in Tahoe are about to get epic.
by Kevin Arnold 4/16/2012 2:55 PM
tags: Heavenly , Spring
After a few days of tranquility in the basin the tides are about to turn. Another storm system is rolling in late this week bringing in much colder temps and plenty fresh powder by the weekend.
by Kevin Arnold 4/09/2012 9:47 PM
tags: Heavenly , Weather
On a recent powder day at Heavenly Snow Squader Clark Vandeventer left his usual skis in the garage and headed to George's Ski and Board Rental for a pair of demo powder skis. Do powder skis really make that much of a difference on a good powder day...
by Clark Vandeventer 4/05/2012 12:10 AM
tags: Gear , Heavenly , Skiing , Snow Squad , Tahoe , Winter
Punxsutawney Phil -- the famous rodent from the classic film Groundhog Day -- has nothing on Heavenly and Kirkwood. Today Heavenly and Kirkwood announced 2 more weeks of winter -- extending the ski and ride season past the original closing date of April...
by Clark Vandeventer 3/26/2012 9:07 PM
tags: Heavenly , homepage , Winter
Spring is in the air and conditions are the best they’ve been all year. April is the best month up in South Lake to enjoy California’s sunny skies, good vibes and of course, Spring Loaded. Check out this year’s scheduled events for the spring celebration...
by Kevin Arnold 3/26/2012 7:34 PM
tags: Heavenly
You will get 3 resorts, 7 days a week and at only $419. It doesn’t look much better than that for the 2012/13 season. Not only an extra resort but $80 cheaper than 2011/12. Get yours now.
by Kate Thomas 3/22/2012 11:17 AM
tags: Gear , Heavenly , Northstar , Snow Squad , Tahoe
Helly Hansen is a name synonymous with extreme. Outfitting people who make their living in the harshest conditions on earth since 1877, this season Helly Hansen became the official uniform provider for all Vail Resorts employees. Snow Squader Clark Vandeventer...
by Clark Vandeventer 3/20/2012 9:55 PM
tags: Adventure , Epic Mix , Gear , Heavenly , Skiing , Snow , Snow Squad , Weather
This season has been a bit lackluster as far as powder days are concerned, but that’s all about to end. Experts are predicting the month of March to be the revival for the region. Check out what the experts are saying so you can plan the perfect powder...
by Kevin Arnold 3/12/2012 12:38 PM
tags: Heavenly , Snow
Do you have to work harder to ski powder or groomers? Do you feel like you gave your legs more of a beating skiing a certain type of terrain? Here's one skier's take on how the two mediums compare.
by Kate Bongiovanni 3/08/2012 7:06 AM
tags: Athlete , Beaver Creek , Breckenridge , Epic Mix , fitness , Heavenly , Keystone , Northstar , Skiing , Snow , Vail
More snow is in the forecast for this week Wednesday and Thursday are looking like they will be great powder days. Heavenly can be hard to navigate and you don’t want to blow it. Check out a few of my recommended routes.
by Kevin Arnold 3/05/2012 9:56 PM