~ Karen Soo – Trip Director

It’s November and you can feel the chill in the air. I was just in Lake Tahoe for a few days attending Marmot’s Fall12 sales meeting. All the Aspen leaves had fallen and a winter cold blast had hit the Tahoe area, a good sign that snow will arrive early this year. I heard Boreal is making snow and there is word that they might open this weekend.

They say La Niña is back. What does this mean?

Well water temperatures in the central Pacific Ocean are much colder than average, which is the definition of La Niña. Those temperatures can affect weather patterns across the globe, and that’s why La Niña is important. For North America, La Niña has some predictable consequences for snow during the winter meaning    LOTS OF SNOW FOR 2012

The two weekend trips that are scheduled for 2012 are set and ready to go.  Click here for >> the detailed schedule << .

Trip 1 – February 12 -14, 2012 – We’re heading to South Shore, skiing 2 days at Heavenly. It’s been 4 years since we skied there and its time to revisit the resort. We’re staying at the Blue Lake Inn which is just walking distance from the Main Gondola.

Trip 2 March 2 – 4, 2012 – We’re heading to North Shore, skiing at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows. Squaw Valley and Alpine had combined forces. If you have a Squaw Valley season pass you’re in luck. You can use your pass at both resorts.

Due to rising cost, we kept the cost as low as possible. For NSC and BAC members, we’re offering an additional $10.00 discount if you sign up early for both weekend trips. You must send in your sign up form and check before January 1st, 2012. Don’t hesitate, send it in now.

Our long weekend trip to Mammoth is all set for March 23 – 27, 2012

The last time we went to Mammoth was 2009 and the cost of the trip has gone up only $20.00. We are also offering a senior rate for 65 years old and over.

There were a few members who asked about the Mammoth only portion of the trip and we have that available for you too.  You do have to arrange for your own air/ land transportation to and from the resort. Please send in your complete form and first deposit by December 1st to secure your spot.  More details can be found on the NSC website, click >> Go Mammoth <<

Until next month, enjoy your Thanksgiving holidays with your family and friends.

Gobble, Gobble,  Ciao  Karen