The article suggests even though this was a top 5 year for snowfall the resorts in California are reporting a 12% decline in skier visits. The main reason for the decline is the big storms took place.... at the wrong time(s). Most storms seemed to arrive just before or during weekend days. This made for difficult roads and miserable skiing and boarding experiences.

Los Angeles Times Article Link

New commercial air service coming to the South Lake Tahoe Airport. Operator is wanting to connect South Lake Tahoe with Las Vegas, Orange County and the Bay Area. This type of service will make it easier for remote workers to live in Lake Tahoe and travel by air to the main office when needed.

Link to Article About Air Service at South Lake Tahoe Airport

Bank of America Short Sale Purchase
On January 25, 2011 my cash offer was "acknowledged" by the owner and Bank of America and I was told things were moving forward in the system.

Article with 2011 closing dates

The storm brought over 20 inches of new snow to the Heavenly North area yesterday and last night. The weather was around 32 degrees for the first round of this current storm so I knew the powder would be wet.

The Stagecoach Lift at Heavenly Mountain Resort was turning yesterday for the first time of the season. Usually, we do not see Stagecoach open for another 2-3 weeks, but the large amount of snow has helped open things earlier.

The Heavenly North area has the Stagecoach Lift and Lodge and the Boulder Lift and Lodge. I am not sure when the Boulder Lift will open for the 2010-2011 ski season, but I post when I see it turning.

If it is time for you to get gear for the 2010-2011 ski and snowboard season the UNR Ski Swap is coming up this weekend. They are claiming they will have over 15,000 new and used items. See Ski Swap for more info.

September 30, 2009

When does the first snow fall in Lake Tahoe?

First snow of the season fell last night. I understand it is not much, but it helps get you thinking about the upcoming season. I live at 7500 feet near the Stagecoach Lift at Heavenly Mountain Resort in the Heavenly North area. We normally see more snow in this area than you would find at lake level.
Here is a picture of the lower part of the Stagecoach Run at Heavenly.

Now is the time of year to go visit the Taylor Creek Visitor Center for the annual spawning run of the Kokanee Salmon. It is located 15-20 minutes from the Casinos in South Lake Tahoe. The trails around Taylor Creek are level and a very easy walk.