Show us your epic powder pics & win lift tickets contest

Ski/Ride Photo contest:

Entry deadline is Friday January 5, 2007 at 11:59:59 PM Pacific Time; submit your epic powder pics & win lift tickets. To enter, click here to upload your pics. You have to be logged in as a member to upload pics. Not a member, click here to join. Members, click here to sign-in.

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

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Calling all Lobster lovers..decadence to extremes; a worthwhile sidetrip if you are in N Tahoe area

Lobster lovers, did you ever wanted to see how many lobster you can eat? Well, if you are in the Reno area, here's one not to miss at Boom Town, just right outside of Reno:

Boomtown Hotel and Casino - Reno Address

2100 West Garson Road
I-80 at exit 4
Verdi, Nevada 89439

About 30-45 min away from Mt Rose ski resort/Diamond Peak Ski resort so it's a worth while side trip. Just make sure you eat first before trying your luck in the casino. :)

"This international-themed buffet at the Silver Screen Buffet serves up a legendary world of taste. Tempt your palate with the traditional cuisine of Asia, Mexico and Italy. A special Mimosa Brunch is served on weekends.

The NEW & ENHANCED all-you-can-eat Whole Maine Lobster, Steak and Seafood Buffet now includes specialty dishes such as Lobster Diablo, Lobster Cioppino, and Lobster Thermidor for just $25.99 per person.

The Lobster Buffet is served Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings from 3:30 p.m. to close."

Hours:
Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Sunday - Tuesday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Phone:
(775) 345-8699

Nestled at the base of the Sierras, Boomtown Casino Reno is located just seven minutes from downtown Reno.

Take Interstate 80 west from downtown Reno and turn right at Interstate 80 Boomtown exit 4. From Interstate 80 east, exit onto Boomtown exit 4

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

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2 feet of fresh pow at Kirkwood & learn how to x-country ski & snowshoe demo FREE on SAT JAN 7

Kirkwood reports 2 FEET of snow in the past 48 hours. Snow started to fall early
Tuesday and has delivered incredible conditions throughout the resort.

The backside, Chair 3 and 4, remained closed Wednesday for snow safety
and are planned to open with fresh terrain Thursday.

Check out photos from today:
http://www.kirkwood.com/winter0607/mmc.php

cool freebie:

"On SAT January 6 2007, REI and Kirkwood will be hosting "Winter
Trails Day", a nation wide event with the goal of exposing the public
to snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Free snowshoe demos will be
available throughout the day. A variety of snowshoe manufacturers will
be there, including; Tubbs, Redfeather, MSR and Atlas. Snowshoeing has
a short learning curve. In a few steps, one can be an expert. Which
means anyone can join in on the fun of the Winter Trails Day. All you
have to do is show up and we'll guide you into becoming an ardent
snowshoer. There will also be various seminars offered throughout the
day. Seminars will include avalanche safety and beacon use, GPS
introductions and snowshoe tours. The day will be filled with things
to do and learn. REI will host a booth specializing in their outerwear
and what the latest is in winter wear.

What could be better than free?

Kirkwood will be offering FREE beginning cross country ski lessons.
This free package will include lesson, equipment rental and trail
pass. The lesson will be at 1:30pm, reservations are required.
Call 209-258-7248 or crosscountry@kirkwood.com for more information.

Kirkwood cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Center is located on Highway
88, five miles west of Carson Pass and/or sixty miles east of Jackson.
For directions go to http://www.kirkwood.com/winter0607/directions.php

There will also be a shuttle bus from Picketts Junction ( hwy 88 and
hwy 89) where the cross country ski demos will be taking place at Hope
Valley Outdoors."

view tahoe resorts web cams:

http://www.skipal.com/webcams.html

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tim

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Tips on discounted/Cheap lift tickets?

The following are some good deals on lift ticket discounts; as always, if you know of some tips we don't, please give us the heads up by sending the tip to us.

Advance thanks!

1) REI sells discounted lift tickets for members, click here for details.

2) Mel Cottons

Bear Valley

$46 Adult Direct to Lift Ticket (Reg. $48-$54)

$39 Teen Direct to Lift Ticket (Reg. $39-$44)

$16 Child Direct to Lift Ticket (Reg. $16-$19)

This ticket cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon or
discount ticket program.

Squaw Valley

$59.99 Voucher Redeemable for 1 Adult Lift Ticket (Reg. $69-$73)

This ticket cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon or
discount ticket program.

Kirkwood

$56 Voucher Redeemable for 1 Adult Lift Ticket (Reg. $67-$70)

This ticket cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon or
discount ticket program.

Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort and Sierra-at-Tahoe

$44 All-Day Lift Ticket Discount Coupon (Retail $63) Good at Sierra
or Northstar Tahoe

This coupon allows the holder to PURCHASE one all-day adult or young
adult lift ticket for $44. Coupon valid from opening day thru Dec.
22,2006; Jan. 2-12, 2007; from March 19, 2007 thru season close.


This coupon is valid at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort and Sierra-at-Tahoe
Resort for exchange only and cannot be used with other offers. Call for more information. Not valid for other product exchanges. Expires closing day of winter season. Limit 2 per
customer.

Store located in San Jose


3) Featured Tahoe Deals/Discounted lift tickets are listed weekly at

http://laketahoedeals.blogspot.com

4) Helm of Sun Valley in San Mateo, SJ, Santa Cruz:

Discount Lift Tickets

We will carry tickets for the following resorts:

Squaw Valley
North Star
Sugarbowl
Sierra at Tahoe
Kirkwood
Bear Valley

Call Us at to check stock, click here for details.

5) $53 Costco Kirkwood 2-Packs Discount
Costco members can buy 2-Packs of adult tickets for $105 Good
anytime, including holidays.

6) $62 Kirkwood online store Internet Prepurchase
Buy tickets at Kirkwood's online store and save $5 on Adult/Junior
weekend lift tickets; save $10 on midweek lift tickets. Non-holiday.

7) Free Northstar lift ticket with $50 Purchase at Lombardi's in SF.
Limited time, call the store for availability/restrictions when you
spend $50 or more at Lombardi's in SF you get a free lift ticket to
Northstar.

8) Sugar Bowl - $50 Tahoe Traveler Value Pak at Any Mountain Stores.
buy the $49.99 Value Pak which includes 1 non-holiday Sugar Bowl lift
ticket; free membership in Sugar Bowl's Core Mountain Club (get
subsequent tickets for $10 off); free subscription to Tahoe
Quarterly; and other coupons/freebies. You can pick these paks at all
Any Mountain locations or call.

9) Northstar & Sierra Value Season Vouchers: Free voucher gets you $44 lift ticket to
Northstar or Sierra. Valid 1/2-13 and 3/20 to end of season, details:

10) Heavenly, $62 Albertsons In-Store Pre-purchase
Starting December 1, get $62 direct-to-lift ticket at Northern
California and Northern Nevada Alberton's stores with no blackout
dates. Click here to find a store near you.

11) Kirkwood: Buy the Kirkwood Ski Team Coupon Book for 2 for 1
deals.

Featured Tahoe Deals/Discounted lift tickets are listed weekly at

http://laketahoedeals.blogspot.com

bookmark the above site for easy access

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84

Bonus perk: depending on our resort contract, we'll treat participants to FREE PIZZA, BBQ lunch or some other perks to be announced on the bus.

http://www.skipal.com/index.html#bus

or RSVP for the

Two Days, One Night Ski Bus Trip to South Lake Tahoe Resorts.

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

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Jan 7 - 12 Learn to Ski/Board $25 package Week at Sierra

By advance online reservations only (click here to order) , $25 Learn to Ride/Ski package (only available online through the E-Store) and you’ll receive a 1-day limited-access lift ticket, ski or snowboard rental and a 2-hour adult beginner lesson.

Tickets are limited. Valid between Sunday January 7 to Friday January 12, 2007.

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

Donations are appreciated. Promote good karma. Support our grassroots community with a donation. We are a non-profit organization. All our services are provided free of charge; however, site maintenance, email correspondence, group management, and locating and posting money saving deals, facilitating mixers and ski trips do require considerable time, effort, and money so we do appreciate all forms of supports and contributions; support us with a donation (click on the following PayPal button to donate):

If you'd rather donate your time, we'd appreciate that too, please contact us.

Alternatively, help increase memberships in your area by printing and posting our flyer [ Click here ] at your apartment laundry room/community room, cafe, libary, etc. By posting our flyer, you'll benefit by helping to increase group memberships in your local area for activity partners, ride and lodging shares, and group mixers near you.

SUN JAN 7 Get $20 Northstar Lift Tickets, benefitting Skiing for Schools Day

Regular price lift ticket for Northstar is $69; save $49 with this deal only good with advance purchased at Porter's Ski Shops. The $20 Northstar Lift Tickets is only good for SUN JAN 7, 2007. You have to visit the store in-person to buy tickets. No phone or on-line orders accepted.

Tickets will become available one week prior at Porter's Ski Shops (see below for locations) Remember to call 866.967.6783 first to confirm availability before you visit the store; save yourself from getting there and finding that they are all sold out.

Skiing for Schools benefit local schools, resorts donate some or all proceeds from a limited quantity of discounted tickets to the Excellence in Education Foundation.

Locations (info from http://www.porterstahoe.com/hours_locations.asp ):

(1) Porters of Tahoe City
501 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City Ca. 96145
Phone - (530) 583.2314
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00pm
Open until 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday!

Our Tahoe City store is located in the heart of town next to the Cobblestone Mall, and directly across from Commons Beach at 501 North Lake Blvd. This is our original store where it all started in 1960. The building itself is even older and was once just a small general store with apartments in the back and upstairs. Over the years it has been expanded and renovated many times - with the latest facelift being five years ago. Come check out a North Shore institution the next time you're in Tahoe, and ask to see the kids' cubby!

(2) Porters Sports of Truckee
11391 Deerfield Dr.
Truckee CA.
Phone - (530)587.1500
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00pm
Open until 8:00 pm Friday and Saturday!

Our Truckee store is located in the Albertsons - Longs Crossroads Shopping center just off Interstate 80 and the Squaw Valley / Tahoe City Hwy 89 South exit at 11391 Deerfield Dr. This was our second location to open and has been serving the needs of the Truckee community for over 20 years now.

(3) Porters Dam Fine Outlet in Tahoe City
100 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone 530.583.0293
Open daily 10:00am until 6:00 pm

Our Outlet store – stocked full of great deals and all the basic things you need in Tahoe – is located at 100 North Lake Blvd at the "Y" near "Fannie Bridge" and the outlet of the Truckee river. You can always find great deals here on last year’s gear anywhere from 40% - 70% off. It's also a convenient stop for all your last-minute needs coming up from the West Shore on your way to Alpine Meadows or Squaw Valley. Or just simply stop for the sight-seeing, grab a cup of coffee across the street at our friends the Dam Café, and start your leisure walk of all the fine Tahoe City shops from here. We'd love to see you!!

(4) Porters Sports of Incline Village
885 Tahoe Blvd
Incline Village NV.
Phone - (775)831.3500
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00pm
Open until 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday

Our Incline Village store is located at 885 Tahoe Blvd (also referred to as Hwy 28) directly across from Christmas Tree Village and just a block away from the Raleys shopping center. Skiing and snowboarding is literally minutes away from Diamond Peak and just a short drive to Mt Rose. World-class lodging, recreating, gambling, and dining can also be found minutes away at the newly renovated Hyatt Regency.

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

Donations are appreciated. Promote good karma. Support our grassroots community with a donation. We are a non-profit organization. All our services are provided free of charge; however, site maintenance, email correspondence, group management, and locating and posting money saving deals, facilitating mixers and ski trips do require considerable time, effort, and money so we do appreciate all forms of supports and contributions; support us with a donation (click on the following PayPal button to donate):

If you'd rather donate your time, we'd appreciate that too, please contact us.

Alternatively, help increase memberships in your area by printing and posting our flyer [ Click here ] at your apartment laundry room/community room, cafe, libary, etc. By posting our flyer, you'll benefit by helping to increase group memberships in your local area for activity partners, ride and lodging shares, and group mixers near you.

SAT 1/20 to SUN 1/21 Two Days, 1 Night Ski Bus Trip to Sierra/Kirkwood $167

SAT 1/20 to SUN 1/21 Two Days, 1 Night Ski Bus Trip to Sierra/Kirkwood $167 depending on lodging selection; package includes 2 full days lift tickets, RT bus Ride and one night's lodging. Join us for 2 fun filled days skiing/riding and one night of decadent fun at nearby casinos/South Lake Tahoe nightlife.

No need to worry about putting on chains, leave the driving to a professional driver, ride to Tahoe in comfortable seats and watch full length featured movies while enjoying your favorite snacks/drinks. Preferred bus parking and advanced lift ticket purchase gets you more time skiing and boarding.

With lift ticket pricing going up this year, Tahoe Ski Bus packages saves you money and provide you with a fun and relaxing way to get to Tahoe and saves your energy so that you enjoy two full days of skiing or riding. Ride the bus and save!

For example, adult lift ticket prices this year is $67 at Kirkwood, and $61 at Sierra at Tahoe.

How much am I saving? Let's break-down the pricing: two day's lift tickets will cost you $128.

$39 more gives you round-trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Tahoe AND one night's lodging in Tahoe. ($128 + $39 = $167)

Now, that's a bargain!

Treat yourself to a Tahoe Ski Trip and purchase a trip for your family and friends as well. Tahoe Ski Bus trips make a great gift for the holiday season or for a special occasion such as birthday or anniversary.

Bus seating is limited to 50 to 55 passengers. Reserve your seat(s) to secure your spot(s).

What other dates are you offering?

2/17/07 2/18/07 Kirkwood/Sierra
3/17/07 to 3/18/07 Kirkwood/Heavenly

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Bookmark this site to keep tabs on Lake Tahoe Resorts discount deals. SnowPals.org posts new deals as soon as we learn of them here on a weekly basis. Visit us every Thursday throughout the 2006-2007 ski season to get updated on money saving discounts from your favorite Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts.

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus Saturday One Day Bus Trips: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

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$25 Learn to board/ski at Diamond Peak Mon 1/22 to Fri 1/26

Learn To Ski and Ride Week

If you can take time off work/school, the learn how to ski/board special is most appealing; enjoy a no crowd week and save big money with the rare $25 intro package. Hotel rates are 50-75% off on weekdays as well so it's more incentive to go.

"INCLINE VILLAGE, NV: Learn to ski and ride for only $25! Diamond Peak wants everyone to have the opportunity to learn to ski or snowboard so they created a whole week for it. First timers can get a lesson, lift ticket and rental equipment for only $25, Monday through Friday, January 22, 2007 through January 26, 2007.

Diamond Peak is a great place to learn. They have gentle, wide-open slopes that are easy to navigate. They also lack the crowds often found at larger resorts. With a first rate Ski and Snowboard School, snow sports enthusiasts can choose from a variety of lesson packages for all ages and abilities.

The First time beginner package (ages 7 & up) includes a lift ticket, lesson and rentals for only $25…that’s more than 65% off, regular price is $72; you save $47!

Reservations are not required; there will be plenty of room for everyone! Come to Diamond Peak during the week of January 22, 2007 through January 26, 2007 and ask for the first time beginner package at any ticket window…learn to ski or ride for only $25!" - Source: Diamond Peak, Incline Village

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

Donations are appreciated. Promote good karma. Support our grassroots community with a donation. We are a non-profit organization. All our services are provided free of charge; however, site maintenance, email correspondence, group management, and locating and posting money saving deals, facilitating mixers and ski trips do require considerable time, effort, and money so we do appreciate all forms of supports and contributions; support us with a donation (click on the following PayPal button to donate):

If you'd rather donate your time, we'd appreciate that too, please contact us.

Alternatively, help increase memberships in your area by printing and posting our flyer [ Click here ] at your apartment laundry room/community room, cafe, libary, etc. By posting our flyer, you'll benefit by helping to increase group memberships in your local area for activity partners, ride and lodging shares, and group mixers near you.

SAT JAN 6 Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus to Kirkwood

Saturday Tahoe Ski Bus Day Trips

With new powder, it's time to head for Tahoe for a fun day of skiing, riding..

No need to worry about putting on chains, leave the driving to a professional driver, sleep on the way to Tahoe ski resorts in comfortable seats and watch full length featured movies while enjoying your favorite snacks/drinks on the return. Preferred bus parking and advanced lift ticket purchase gets you more time skiing and boarding.

$84 per person includes round-trip bus ride from San Francisco Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts AND one all day lift ticket.

With lift ticket pricing going up this year, Tahoe Ski Bus packages saves you money and provide you with a fun and relaxing way to enjoy a full day's skiing or riding at your favorite resort. Ride the bus and save!

For example, adult lift ticket prices this year is $75 at Heavenly, $67 at Kirkwood, and $61 at Sierra at Tahoe.

So, a round-trip bus ride and lift ticket package is only $9 to $23 more than purchasing a lift ticket by itself at the resort.

For those who need to add on a lesson, rentals/demos or beginner's learn to ski or snowboard package, we can order these in advance so that when you get to the resort you won't have to stand in long lines.

For season pass holders and those who already have a lift ticket, purchase round trip bus ride for $45 per person.

Pick Up Locations:
(1) San Jose, Any Mountain;
(2) San Francisco, Gordon Biersch Brewery;
(3) Berkeley Sailing Club

Our next trip is to:

1/06/07 Kirkwood

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then to:

1/13/07 Sierra at Tahoe
1/20/07 Heavenly
2/3/07 Heavenly

Seating is limited to 50 to 55 passengers. Reserve your seat(s) to secure your spot(s).

Reserve seats

Have a question?
Read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). If your question is not answered in our FAQ list, please call or email us.

If you like 2 days, one night trips, take a look at our Overnight Weekend Ski Bus Trips

Bookmark this site to keep tabs on Lake Tahoe Resorts discount deals.

SnowPals.org posts new deals as soon as we learn of them here on a weekly basis. Visit us every Thursday throughout the 2006-2007 ski season to get updated on money saving discounts from your favorite Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts.

View an area map of Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts, Snow Stats, Web Cams, Trail Maps

Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

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SAT DEC 23 Get $20 Sugar Bowl Lift Tickets, benefitting Skiing for Schools Day

Regular price lift ticket for Sugar Bowl is $50; save $30 with this deal only good with advance purchased at Porter's Ski Shops.

Pre-purchase tickets the week before at Porter's Ski Shops (see below for locations) Call 866.967.6783 first to confirm availability.

Skiing for Schools benefit local schools, resorts donate some or all proceeds from a limited quantity of discounted tickets to the Excellence in Education Foundation.

Locations (info from http://www.porterstahoe.com/hours_locations.asp ):

(1) Porters of Tahoe City
501 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City Ca. 96145
Phone - (530) 583.2314
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00pm
Open until 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday!

Our Tahoe City store is located in the heart of town next to the Cobblestone Mall, and directly across from Commons Beach at 501 North Lake Blvd. This is our original store where it all started in 1960. The building itself is even older and was once just a small general store with apartments in the back and upstairs. Over the years it has been expanded and renovated many times - with the latest facelift being five years ago. Come check out a North Shore institution the next time you're in Tahoe, and ask to see the kids' cubby!

(2) Porters Sports of Truckee
11391 Deerfield Dr.
Truckee CA.
Phone - (530)587.1500
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00pm
Open until 8:00 pm Friday and Saturday!

Our Truckee store is located in the Albertsons - Longs Crossroads Shopping center just off Interstate 80 and the Squaw Valley / Tahoe City Hwy 89 South exit at 11391 Deerfield Dr. This was our second location to open and has been serving the needs of the Truckee community for over 20 years now.

(3) Porters Dam Fine Outlet in Tahoe City
100 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe City, CA 96145
Phone 530.583.0293
Open daily 10:00am until 6:00 pm

Our Outlet store – stocked full of great deals and all the basic things you need in Tahoe – is located at 100 North Lake Blvd at the "Y" near "Fannie Bridge" and the outlet of the Truckee river. You can always find great deals here on last year’s gear anywhere from 40% - 70% off. It's also a convenient stop for all your last-minute needs coming up from the West Shore on your way to Alpine Meadows or Squaw Valley. Or just simply stop for the sight-seeing, grab a cup of coffee across the street at our friends the Dam Café, and start your leisure walk of all the fine Tahoe City shops from here. We'd love to see you!!

(4) Porters Sports of Incline Village
885 Tahoe Blvd
Incline Village NV.
Phone - (775)831.3500
Open daily 9:00 am - 6:00pm
Open until 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday

Our Incline Village store is located at 885 Tahoe Blvd (also referred to as Hwy 28) directly across from Christmas Tree Village and just a block away from the Raleys shopping center. Skiing and snowboarding is literally minutes away from Diamond Peak and just a short drive to Mt Rose. World-class lodging, recreating, gambling, and dining can also be found minutes away at the newly renovated Hyatt Regency.

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

Donations are appreciated. Promote good karma. Support our grassroots community with a donation. We are a non-profit organization. All our services are provided free of charge; however, site maintenance, email correspondence, group management, and locating and posting money saving deals, facilitating mixers and ski trips do require considerable time, effort, and money so we do appreciate all forms of supports and contributions; support us with a donation (click on the following PayPal button to donate):

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12/17/06 Help the Avalanche Center and get $25 Lift Ticket at Mt Rose

Support the Avalanche Center; buy lift tickets for a great cause!

Get $25 Mt. Rose Tickets also on SUN December 17th ~ one day only.

Advance online purchase only from:

https://www.snowbomb.com/store/itemdetail.php?item=PRD456BD2EB066EE

More info about the Avalanche Center:

http://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

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SUN DEC 17 Tahoe Donner Skier Appreciation Day $5 Lift ticket

Take advantage of Tahoe Donner's appreciation day on SUN DEC 17 with $5 lift tickets for everyone. What could be a better way to start off the season?

www.tahoedonner.com

This is a great smaller ski resort especially good for beginners and intermediates. At $5 lift tickets, you can't go wrong ~ it's simply an unbeatable deal.

Lift Information, Total # of Lifts: 3, 1 Quad, Double Chairs: 1, Surface Lifts: 1, Top: 7350 ft, Bottom: 6750 ft, Vertical Drop: 600 ft, Longest Run: 1 mi; Runs/Trails Beginner: 40%, Intermediate: 40%, Advanced: 20%

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View an area map of Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts, Snow Stats, Web Cams, Trail Maps

Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket and round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

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Get 2 for 1 deals at Kirkwood with the Ski Team Coupon Book

Support the Kirkwood Ski Team and save!

The Value Book sells for $39 and includes three
2 for 1 lift ticket coupons to Kirkwood. With Kirkwood ticket pricing
at $67 per ticket; that's quite an impressive saving.

One coupon is valid 7 days a week; one is valid Sun-Fri
excl holidays; one is valid Mon-Fri excl holidays.

Where to buy your Value Book:

http://www.ksef.org/vbcb.htm

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View an area map of Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts, Snow Stats, Web Cams, Trail Maps

Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket AND round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84; we have the BEST PRICING and most fun, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html

Join our grass-roots community group to meet San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe Area skiers and snowboarders near you for ski trips, activity partners and money saving inside tips: join us at http://SnowPals.org

Donations are appreciated. Promote good karma. Support our grassroots community with a donation. We are a non-profit organization. All our services are provided free of charge; however, site maintenance, email correspondence, group management, and locating and posting money saving deals, facilitating mixers and ski trips do require considerable time, effort, and money so we do appreciate all forms of supports and contributions; support us with a donation (click on the following PayPal button to donate):

If you'd rather donate your time, we'd appreciate that too, please contact us.

Alternatively, help increase memberships in your area by printing and posting our flyer [ Click here ] at your apartment laundry room/community room, cafe, libary, etc. By posting our flyer, you'll benefit by helping to increase group memberships in your local area for activity partners, ride and lodging shares, and group mixers near you.

12/17/06 $35 Lift Ticket Special at Squaw Valley USA

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Regular priced Squaw lift ticket is $69. Take advantage of this once a year deal and save $34 per lift ticket.

From Squaw: "Ski and Skate Squaw and support local charities and programs on Community Benefit Day, December 17, 2006!

Only 1000 - $35 Adult will-call ski/skate advance purchase donation vouchers will be sold! All proceeds benefit Tahoe/Truckee Excellence in Education Foundation and the Tahoe Forest Hospital Foundation."

Advance online purchase only at:

http://www.squawshop.com/Detail.bok?no=11

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DEC 9, 10 $25 Learn to ski, snowboard special

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Learn to ski and snowboard special

Take advantage of the once a year $25 special on Saturday and Sunday DEC 9 and 10, 2006.

Learn to ski, snowboard package weekend at North Lake Tahoe resorts..Alpine, Northstar, Squaw, Sugarbowl, Mt. Rose, Boreal, Diamond Peak, Granlibakken, Homewood

$25/person/day includes lift tix, rental, lesson (regularly learn to ski, board package costs $75 or more depending on resorts).

Dates: December 9-10, 2006
Times: Most resorts open at 9:00 am
Ages: Must be over 9 years old
Reservations: Not needed, but get there early!
Restrictions: subject to sell-out
Follow-up discounts: Each ski area will be offering special coupons good for return visits

Participating Resorts:

(when you visit the following sites, click on the resort's 'calendar' link or 'events' link for event details):

Alpine Meadows

Boreal Mountain Playground

Diamond Peak

Granlibakken Ski Area

Homewood Mountain Resort

Mt. Rose - Ski Tahoe

Northstar-at-Tahoe

Squaw Valley USA

Sugarbowl

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Ride the Tahoe Ski Bus: lift ticket and round trip bus ride from the Bay Area to Lake Tahoe ski resorts for $84, details at http://www.skipal.com/tahoeskibus.html