First snow on 10/22/12 left Squaw with a 28" base.

With 2 to 3 feet of fresh snow on the ground in the past 24 hours, of course the only thing on our mind is Opening Day around Lake Tahoe.

We’re ready to ski. We’re ready to ride. We’re ready for bluebird days. We’re ready for our first KT lines. We’re ready for après ski, basking in the Tahoe sun; a cold brewskie or a hot toddy in hand.

Here’s the skinny on dates:

Alpine Meadows: December 7

Boreal: October 26 

Diamond Peak: December 13

Donner Ski Ranch: TBD

Homewood: TBD

Northstar: November 16

Squaw Valley: November 16

Sugar Bowl: November 17

Have you heard about Squaw/Alpine’s new partnership with Sierra-at-Tahoe?! New and existing gold and silver passholders will now be able to ski/ride Sierra-at-Tahoe Sunday-Friday, non-holiday. Be sure to get your Tahoe Super Pass Plus!

You’re spent.  You just relished in a day of skiing the slopes of Squaw Valley.  It’s been a blast, but now you’re ready to unwind at après ski.  Then grab a hot drink and snack, and relax at The Village Events Plaza where you can enjoy live music from 3pm to 5pm! Below is the line up for the 2012 winter/spring season:

• January 7, 2012- Chuckie Dunn
• January 14, 2012- Jeff Jones
• January 15, 2012- Emily Tessmer
• January 16, 2012- Ben Fuller
• January 21, 2012- Chinese New Year Celebration
• January 28, 2012- Ben Martin
• February 4, 2012- Ben Martin
• February 11, 2012- TBD
• February 19, 2012- Jeff Jones
• February 20, 2012- Please Do Not Fight
• February 25, 2012- Emily Tessmer
• March 3, 2012- Ben Martin
• March 10, 2012- Jeff Jones
• March 17, 2012- The Blarney Band
• March 18, 2012- The Blarney Band
• March 24, 2012- Emily Tessmer
• March 31, 2012- Jeff Jones
• April 7, 2012- Ben Martin
• April 14, 2012- Jeff Jones
• April 21, 2012- Earth Day Celebration featuring Ten Mile Tide
• April 28, 2012- Ben Martin
• May 5, 2012- Jellybread

Please keep in mind, performances are subject to change due to weather.

If you’re looking to grab a hot drink in the Village or sustenance to refuel from your long day on the mountain, then head over to The Auld Dubliner and order their famous “Snowshoe Thompson,” or  how about a tasty red at Uncorked at Squaw? And if you’re looking for something quick to warm your belly then grab a cup of homemade soup at Soupa! To explore other restaurant or bar options at Squaw Valley, click here.