Skiing

SKIING / SNOWBOARDING TIPS

Heavenly Ski Resort
If you take the Gondola up on the California side of the resort from the Marriott lodge, when you reach the top of the mountain, there is a elevator just to the left as you exit that will take you down to the slopes. Ride the elevator down and up at the end of the day to skip walking up and down the large staircase.

On windy days, drive to the stagecoach lift on the Nevada side. Normally Stagecoach and Olympic lift are running on windy days.

Squaw Valley    
Off of the FUNITEL to access the intermediate lift GOLD COAST. Take the first door on the right hand side as you exit the Funitel. Ski around the front of the building for a quick ride to the GoldCoast Lift.

Resort Creek run on the left side of the mountain is a great LONG uncrowded intermediate run. Access the run via Red Dog lift. Most people go up the mountain and stay to the left side of the mountain.

Homewood Ski Resort    
A great family ski resort. Beautiful views of lake tahoe from the runs. Very good tree lined runs. So Homewood is exceptionally good during windy days.

Northstar    
There is FREE overnight ski and board storage at the bottom of the village just as you leave the slopes. If you are skiing the next day take advantage of this service. More than one night storage cost $5 per day.

Use Mittens on Cold days.
You can use hand warmers and your fingers stay together for added warmth.

Renting Gear.
Rent Skis or snowboards the day before after 3 or 4 pm to avoid the crowds in the morning. Renting gear in the morning can take as long a one hour.

Water Back Pack (Camelback)
Get a camelback water backpack to carry water around. Can also store snacks in the pack for the kids.

Candy.
Buy candy at home or before reaching the mountain. Cost off mountian $0.99 versus $2.75.

Eat lunch early to avoid the crowds.
Everyone tries to eat lunch between 11:30 and 1:00pm. Try to eat early before 11:00 or late after 1:30 pm.

Look for Ski Drop off points.
Most resorts have an area for drop off and pick ups. One person can park, one can get the lift tickets or help the kids with their gear. Also the kids don’t have to walk as far.

Pre-purchase Tickets.
Check Lucky’s, REI, Safeway, local ski rental shops and your hotel for discount single or multi-day tickets. Always good to save some money and not have to stand in line.
www.slidingonthecheap.com    

Discount ski lift tickets locator guide.

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Randall T. Lum, O.D.    (650) 589-7198    More Tips online @ www.LumOptometry.com