October 12, 2009

Had the best time at Sierra-at-Tahoe. So much so I bought a season pass my first time there. I love the West Bowl runs and powder tree trails. You guys have the TOP NOTCH resort in all of Tahoe....PRAY FOR SNOW...2009/2010 winter at SIERRA here i come.

- Timmo from California

September 18, 2009

I rode and worked at Sierra-at-Tahoe for 2 seasons, in 1995/96 and 1996/97. It was the best time on my board I've ever had. I went to so many resorts all over the world, but I never found a better one. The runs are great and the staff is very friendly. I just love Sierra-at-Tahoe!!!

- Tanja from Ludwigsburg, Germany

April 18, 2009

Wow, armed with my great value season pass, and my demo Völkl skis, just had 15 days skiing - 13 at Sierra - and the BEST holiday ever. Been skiing since my 20s, started 1977. 23 holiday weeks, 15 resorts in 10 European countries - most often the Italian and French Alps - and I never had more fun, or progressed so much as at Sierra, March 2009.

Thank you so much. For a smallish resort, with only 3 main lifts, Sierra offers an amazing variety of terrain. Lower Main, Clipper and the Smokey Boarder X probably my favourites, and loads more to do as my skills progress. Wonderful snow: even after days of glorious sunshine…Sierra was still ski-able.

Everyone at Sierra - from the lifties to the cleaner at the main lodge [nice clean rest rooms!] - was friendly, kind and helpful. I felt at home from the start, whether skiing with my son Sharney [first season ski instructor in Wild Mountain - great opportunity for him!], on my own or with friends made on the slopes: I never felt lonely.

Ski school was ace: a 3 pack of lessons with Randy, Mike then Steve sorted bad habits and got me skiing much better. Thank you guys. The icing on the cake was the Women's Camp. Thank you Joanne and Emma, and Kevin for making it happen. I learned so much and my skiing has improved beyond recognition: what an amazing experience - every woman should do it. I promise I will be back, and next year I will get new boots.

- Carol from England

March 14, 2009

Aloha,
Just recently I brought 10 people from Lanai Hawaii to Sierra, where we come from there is only about 2000 people, very family oriented and pretty much everyone knows everyone. I wanted to say that from March 1st thru March 9th Snowboarding at Sierra was Awesome, ur Staff was very helpful and warm to us Hawaiians-lots of Aloha.

This will be a yearly event bringing Hawaiians to the snow, and absolutely will be going to Sierra.

- Eddie from Hawaii

March 6 , 2009

As the day approached I could feel the anticipation of excitement and nervousness creep over my body. Approaching Sierra this just grew. I was greeted by Kemp Dowdy and Kevin Mitchell who were as professional as well as personal as they come. After a safety talk and a statement that they would be in control of where we skied, my anxiety subsided.

Off we went to gate 3 and did some exploring, getting use to the conditions we were going to encounter.. Kevin and Kemp coached us well down some tight areas and prepared us for our next journey.

We next went to gate 5 and after hiking about 10 minutes we came upon heaven. Breathtaking views of the lake and the Sierras and totally virgin champagne powder. It was a totally unbelievable sight and to think that we were going to ski this was the biggest rush. Then the run and the total exhilaration. It was nothing I have ever encountered before. In fact my partner said that it was comparable to Heli skiing just that we had to hike.

Our second run was through gate 4 and into Pandoras box. After checking the conditions by Kevin, he gaves us the OK and we skied a magnificent chute into pristine snow and then totally virgin glades. It was like we had the mountain to ourselves. I have been skiing for 45 years and never had a better day and never felt the high I got this day. It is something to not be missed. Thanks to Kevin and Kemp for giving me my most memorable ski experience.

- Mark on the New Backcountry Lessons

February 26, 2009

My family visited Sierra-at-Tahoe for our first ski trip - ever, and had a wonderful time. The staff was very friendly, helpful, and gracious (when we - noobies - didn't do things quite right). The snow and skiing were phenomenal. The beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains is breathtaking - especially from the top of Huckleberry mountain. The lift and rental prices were the best of any of the resorts in the Lake Tahoe area.

I'm excited to make Sierra-at-Tahoe an annual trip for my family, and would love to bring friends along with us. Looking forward to next year!

- Brad from Austin, TX

February 25, 2009

Fast Pass...Great Idea! My wife (who unlike the kids and I doesn't prefer to ride/downhill ski, and therefore doesn't have a season pass) used one of the Vertical Plus mid-week passes along with the Fast Pass, which enabled all of us to use the Vertical Plus lines together. Brilliant. Conditions were superb and she had a great time. 

- David

February 25, 2009 - Great Job Dayna!

Dayna in HR was absolutely excellent in allowing us to use her fax machine to complete a small but important business matter. She really took good care of us. We were staying at a friends cabin about a mile away, so it saved us having to go down to Meyers or Pollack Pines.

- David

December 30, 2008

Guys, I want to thank you for doing such an outstanding job updating the web site!  It is by far the most informative and overall best site of a ski resort that I have seen in a long time. All information is easily available, there are no pointless pictures and no ads flashing in your face. The site is tasteful, the color design is pleasing, and the informational content is just outstanding.

I was very impressed with the articles on powder safety and lessons for young kids. Great job, thanks!

- Andrei from Portland, OR

September 9, 2008

Our group of 5 families (20) just returned from a weekend at Sierra.  This is an annual trip we take to Tahoe and visiting Sierra was our first time.  Our group was made up of first time snowboarding lesson takers, beginner to average snowboarders, skiers, and some just hung out in the lodge with a good book and good conversation. 

As we turned into the road leading up to the resort, we were greeted by very efficient traffic controllers directing us to our parking space. Then we were met with greeters welcoming us to Sierra and asking if we needed help in directing us to the right place. Our group interacted with many of your staff members from instructors, ticket sellers, food service people, etc. and we were so pleased that your staff was courteous, friendly, and helpful.

Your resort is extremely clean and we noticed that staff was constantly emptying garbage, wiping and cleaning. Our group is truly appreciative of the efforts your staff has gone to make our first visit so memorable. And to end a perfect day, we were again greeted by staff thanking us for coming to Sierra.  Please let your staff know what an awesome job they are doing and to keep up the good work!  Our group enjoyed our visit so much that we are seriously considering next year's trip at Sierra!! 

- Sandra from Sacramento, CA

September 9, 2008

I have been coming to Sierra for about 10 years, and I love it.  The long, wide beginner slope, Broadway, and it's adjoining lift, Easy Rider Express, offer beginners the best area to learn and practice and take lessons. The staff is one of the main reasons I keep coming back.  Friendly, helpful, and genuine. The [ski school] instructors are knowledgeable, helpful, and genuinely interested in their students.

On the snowy days, the FREE shuttle up from South Lake Tahoe is convenient and quick. The view on the way up is spectacular too. I say thanks Sierra for all the great times and "break-out days" you have given me, and thanks for keeping your prices affordable.

- Andy from San Antonio, TX