Friday, March 27, 2009
In Memory of Shane McConkey, 1969-2009
The flags are at half mast today. You can feel the sorrow in the air in Squaw Valley. Shane was an influential person on so many levels that is it hard to quantify the loss. Watching Shane's segments in Matchstick films was so surreal and always made you wonder what he was going to do next. What a loss. He leaves an incredible story behind. We will miss our neighbor and friend and our thoughts are with his family.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Mountain Update-March 2009
It has been a while since the last blog post-I apologize to the readers. Vacation got in the way of work somehow. Unfortunately I missed the, "Storm of the Winter" which occurred March 1st through the 4th. Here is a quick recap of the storm: 12"-14", 16"-18", 28"-30", 20"-24". System total was over 7 feet! This storm did not come with out consequences. The tragic accident that took the life of a long time Squaw patroller left his friends, family and the community in grief. This was the second in-bounds avalanche to claim a life at Squaw Valley this year. Our sympathies go out to the family and loved ones of both victims.
The snow accumulations throughout February and March have built up the base quite nicely. Conditions are excellent and I got back just in time to catch the last storm that dropped 2 feet this past weekend. It was great to come home to choking powder runs followed by warm weather and California sunshine. After spending time in Jackson Hole and Utah, returning to Squaw Valley and Lake Tahoe was a really great feeling. Although the snow and terrain are great in both places, they just don't compare-in my opinion-to the weather, terrain and community of Squaw Valley and North Lake Tahoe. This is up for discussion of course.
Since the conditions are excellent pretty much anywhere on the mountain, I will just point out a few items to note about events and news. First of all, Squaw's new 50/60 Anniversary Season Pass pricing has been announced and the passes are on sale. This is incredible and there is nothing more to say about that. Secondly, the Spring Pass is on sale for $179. If you plan on skiing more than 3 days this spring, buy the pass. High Camp Pool and Hot Tub are open for the season. Pool parties or a quick soak between runs, you can't really beat that. Finally, the Sprint U.S. Freestyle Championships are coming to Squaw Valley this weekend. The top athletes from all over the U.S. will be competing in this final event for their spot on the U.S. Olympic Team. Johnny Mosley will be hosting the event.
Enjoy the spring skiing and check back from more updates.
The snow accumulations throughout February and March have built up the base quite nicely. Conditions are excellent and I got back just in time to catch the last storm that dropped 2 feet this past weekend. It was great to come home to choking powder runs followed by warm weather and California sunshine. After spending time in Jackson Hole and Utah, returning to Squaw Valley and Lake Tahoe was a really great feeling. Although the snow and terrain are great in both places, they just don't compare-in my opinion-to the weather, terrain and community of Squaw Valley and North Lake Tahoe. This is up for discussion of course.
Since the conditions are excellent pretty much anywhere on the mountain, I will just point out a few items to note about events and news. First of all, Squaw's new 50/60 Anniversary Season Pass pricing has been announced and the passes are on sale. This is incredible and there is nothing more to say about that. Secondly, the Spring Pass is on sale for $179. If you plan on skiing more than 3 days this spring, buy the pass. High Camp Pool and Hot Tub are open for the season. Pool parties or a quick soak between runs, you can't really beat that. Finally, the Sprint U.S. Freestyle Championships are coming to Squaw Valley this weekend. The top athletes from all over the U.S. will be competing in this final event for their spot on the U.S. Olympic Team. Johnny Mosley will be hosting the event.
Enjoy the spring skiing and check back from more updates.
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