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Magnitude 0.9439 Solar Eclipse Photos + Map & Facts

photos by Tim Konrad Three things happened this evening when the magnitude 0.9439 Annular Solar Eclipse occurred over Squaw Valley, CA. The light dimmed as if the sun was setting. … Read More

Mount Baker: A Ski Dream

Five hours after our descent of Mount Rainier, we were on the road again.   By the wee hours of the morning we were sleeping in the Subaru near the base … Read More

Annular Solar Eclipse to Happen This Sunday @ 6:30 PM | Best Viewed from Reno

This Sunday there is going to be an annular solar eclipse, an event that takes place only once every 50 years, and it just so happens that it is going … Read More

The Hiking in Shirley Canyon is Spectacular Right Now!

The hiking in Shirley Canyon is spectacular right now. Most of the wild flowers are out and the creek is running  strong. South aspect are clear of snow allowing for hiking all the … Read More

Entertaining Squaw Valley Ski Video – “Way Back When”

A few weeks ago we received this email from Adam Kopelman. “Here is a video from my archives I thought you guys might get a kick out of.  Music by … Read More

Squaw’s Answer to a Bike Park….

Apparently Squaw has Officially answered the dilemma regarding wether or not they are going to have a Bike Park this year. Answer: Posting a story on their website regarding the … Read More

Mount Rainier: 10,500′ Descent

  Mount Rainier is always an exciting ski.  The tallest, most glaciated peak in the Cascade Range has no simple hiking routes to the top.  All routes to the summit … Read More

Squaw Valley Update | Weekend Outlook

Thinking about heading up to Tahoe this weekend? Should be a doozy!    Read the Full forecast at NOAA.gov   TRUCKEE for the Month of May High: 75 Low: 19 … Read More

Spring Skiing Doesn’t Get Any Better | Mount Shasta and Shastina Conditions Report

This past weekend I had the fortune of remembering why the Mt. Shasta area is arguably one of the highest quality spring skiing centers known to skiers and riders. With … Read More

The Line of the Week !! – The Turret

The Line of the Week
 Southern Utah The Turret When I left off last week I was covered in poison ivy and questioning my moves. I was deep in the … Read More

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Ring of Fire Mega Trip Report | Alpenglow Sports

Although most of the lower 48 experienced lackluster snow totals this season the Pacific Northwest (PNW) did just fine. They’re still reaping the benefits with a stellar season of spring … Read More

NPR Story: Will Squaw & Alpine CONNECT? | Troy Caldwell Offered $45 Million for White Wolf

 Squaw Valley & Alpine Meadows will connect some year soon.  Or will they? Troy Caldwell owns the land between Squaw & Alpine (called White Wolf) & is still in the … Read More

Josh Anderson as SaucerBoy….. you want to watch this VIDEO

Back in January and February when we weren’t sure that Squaw would stay open until March, Josh Anderson and I decided to have some fun. The snow was non-existant and … Read More

“Squaw Valley Style” Classic Ski Footage from Warren Miller

Squaw Valley has a style all it’s own. It’s been that way for decades. Most Squaw Valley skiers take pride in Squaw’s unique style and history. In an industry that … Read More

NO BOOZE on the Truckee River July 1st-6th | Possibly No Booze on Lake Tahoe Beaches…

Your American freedom = dwindling.  For millions of years, American have enjoyed the right to get drunk, hit on each other, say obnoxious sh#t, and drown themselves as they see … Read More

Ski Resorts Still OPEN in North America | **UPDATED** = Only 9 Remain

Last weekend was the end for a lot of ski resorts in North America.  We lost 8 resorts but still have 9 left.  We lost Kirkwood, Mt. Hood Meadows, Alpental, Steven’s … Read More

Alpine Conditions Report …. and a sick VIDEO from Jackson Hole

Today at Alpine was not too bad. Got out at about 8:30am, and it was worth it. Thought it was a bit early and the snow wouldn’t soften up until … Read More

Squaw Season Passholder Benefits Explained

  So, you bought your 2012/13 Squaw Valley USA season pass?  Or you haven’t yet.  Either way, it’s good to know what benefits come with this year’s season pass. Last … Read More

STATE OF THE TAHOE BACKCOUNTRY 2012: XI

It’s that time of year already, it’s time to get creative. Maybe a bike ride through the gate up to Ebbett’s Pass, a dirt bike access mission on the Eastside, … Read More

NO Bike Park @ Squaw This Summer…

Unofficial just got off the phone with Squaw Valley USA.   Squaw Valley will NOT have a Bike Park this summer. They did not have a bike park last summer. … Read More

Driest Winter in 50+ Years | Sierra Nevada Snow Numbers for 2011/12

The Sierra Sun just came out with their “Winter Wrap Up” article for 2011/12.  It’s a great article with some great numbers that we’ve displayed below. To read the full article, … Read More

Squaw’s Michelle Parker Signs with Atomic

Atomic has a Squad these days: – Sage Cattabriga-Alosa – Chirs Benchetler – Todd Ligare – Daron Rahlves – Dana Flahr – Jossi Wells – Elias Ambühl – Ian Cosco … Read More

VIDEO: What Jeremy Jones Keeps In His Backcountry Pack

JEREMY JONES BACKPACK: – Clif Shot Blocks – Clif Gels – Crampons – Axe – Bailing Wire – Jacket – Extra Layer – Water – Goggles – Shovel – Probe … Read More

Lake Tahoe Mountain Biking Conditions Report | May 9th, 2012

With ski season Unofficially Over, its time to re-arrange the hobby shed, put away those ski boots you don’t want your feet to ever be in again, break out the … Read More

Squaw’s Erik Roner Breaks His Femur in AK | Video Proof:

This is a sick new Roner Vision just out, and as usual Roner is hilarious.  He has an amazing first ‘urban’ descent on the streets of Valdez and a guided belay … Read More