FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SIERRA-AT-TAHOE® RESORT OPEN FOR SKIING AND RIDING

12 to 17 Inches of Snow and It’s Still Coming Down

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE , Calif. – December 7, 2007 – Sierra-at-TahoeResort is officially opening for skiing and riding for the 2007-08 winter season on Saturday, December 8, 2007.

Snow fall at Sierra™ Resort since Thursday morning has reached 12 to 14 inches, allowing the groomers to lay down a layer of corduroy and the park crew to set up terrain features on the lower mountain. Two lifts will access three beginner runs beginning at 9:00 a.m. on December 8, 2007.

Early season lift tickets are available for just $35 for adults, young adults and seniors and $10 for super seniors and children ages five through 12 (under five ski for free). Beginner lessons and daycare will be available.

The snow is expected to continue to fall throughout the day and into the evening. Storm totals measured at 1:00 p.m. today reached 17 inches at elevation 8,852 feet. Temperatures are mild and winds are calm. CalTrans is working steadily on the roads to keep them clear for the weekend.

For the latest snow conditions and opening day updates for Sierra Resort, visit www.SierraAtTahoe.com or call 530.659.7475.

Sierra-at-TahoeResort: Part of the Solution

Known for its wind-protected slopes, incredible tree skiing, family programs and parks and pipes that are among the best in the nation, Sierra Resort is committed to being part of the solution to healthy living. Having eliminated trans fats from its kitchens in 2006, Sierra Resort continues to respond to guest’s requests for fresh, healthy food options. New this season is the Baja Grill, where skiers and riders can stop in for Mexican-style food prepared fresh on-the-spot with familiar ingredients.

The closest major resort to Sacramento , Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort is located just 12 miles west of Lake Tahoe and receives an annual average of 480 inches of snowfall.  For more information, visit www.SierraAtTahoe.com or call 530.659.7453.

Media Contacts:

Kirstin A. Cattell, 530.543.3132

Jessica VanPernis, 530.562.3866

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