Ski Alpine Meadows http://blog.skialpine.com The Official Alpine Meadows Blog Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:59:51 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Alpine is currently serving up some delicious corn…corn snow, that is! http://blog.skialpine.com/2012/04/27/alpine-is-currently-serving-up-some-delicious-corn%e2%80%a6corn-snow-that-is/ http://blog.skialpine.com/2012/04/27/alpine-is-currently-serving-up-some-delicious-corn%e2%80%a6corn-snow-that-is/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:57:14 +0000 admin http://blog.skialpine.com/?p=3395 What is corn snow? Corn snow happens when the snow undergoes a good melt/freeze cycle. When new fine-grain snow warms up, it becomes slow and sticky. But if it is allowed to “cook,” water will evaporate and the grains will get bigger after a good melt/freeze cycle occurs. This kind of snow is not sticky, it’s corn snow! It creates a luscious, velvety snow surface — ideal spring conditions! And Alpine is king when it comes to corn snow and spring skiing and riding.

Today it was reported that we have some fantastic corn snow. So it’s time to get out and enjoy these optimal spring skiing conditions. But if you can’t get up here right away, don’t fret! Although all the other resorts seem to be closed or closing after this weekend, Alpine will remain open, Friday – Sunday, until May 13 for your corn hunting pleasure!

Here’s a few tips…follow the sun to find the best corn snow. Start out on High T in the morning. Other great corn stashes can be found on the south facing aspects of Beaver, Estelle and Bernie’s Bowl.

A bonus to the corn snow and spring conditions, we’ve got a great lineup of entertainment as part of our Spring Music Series, too.

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After dumping nearly 4 feet of snow over night, bringing storm totals to 7 feet, conditions were amazing at Alpine Meadows on St. Patrick’s day, March 17, 2012.

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March 2, 2012 Powder Day - Skier and view of Lake Tahoe - March 2, 2012 Powder Day - Skier, Lynn Kennen March 2, 2012 Powder Day - lady snowboarder March 2, 2012 Powder Day - Lynn Kennen and tree in the background March 2, 2012 Powder Day - skier and a peek of lake March 2, 2012 Powder Day - snowboarder and powder spray

Date: March 2, 2012
Photo credit: Tom Zikas

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Powder Day! View of the back side of KT from the parking lot Another awesome day at Alpine! Snow on Sun Deck Lining up for first chair on Summit Stormy Day Riding up Summit Chair A view from Summit Getting some Pow! Powder Skier
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Photo Credit: Jeff Engerbretson

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Looking for some après action off the hill? We’ve got that. February 18th we’ll have an Après Ski Party with Headphone Union playing old school funk mixed with classical rock from 2 to 5pm in The Alpine Bar. Better yet- grab a $5 Hurricane to celebrate Mardi Gras.

In its second year, The Rahlves Banzai Tour will come back to Alpine on Thursday and Friday (Feb. 23rd & 24th)! This electrifying event combines the competitive excitement of ski and boarder cross with the speed-thrill of a downhill. Watch as competitors show off their skills down Alpine’s notorious Beaver Bowl- known for its gnarly steeps and features.

Don’t miss the weekend of February 25th and 26th! The Ice Bar Kick-off Party will commence on Saturday at 12pm featuring live music from DJ Zeb Early on the Alpine Bandwagon, the ultimate stage setting propped up on an actual snow cat.

The slopes are looking good and so is our event calendar. Now all you need to do is come check it out for yourself. We’ll see you out there!

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