Have you ever wanted to ride on a sled sliding over snow behind a team of eager huskies?
Just half-an-hour south of Lake Tahoe on Highway 88, stands a vast, uncluttered valley. Hope Valley has remained unchanged since Snowshoe Thompson skied it in the 1850's. It's a good place for a dog sled ride since it's a bit reminiscent of the Alaska interior.
Preparation for the Sled Dog season is a year long commitment. In the fall we spend many hours getting the teams trained and conditioned using a three wheeled cart over dirt roads. We train until there is enough snow in hope valley to start the tours.
Join 30-year veteran musher Dotty Dennis and her dogs for an exciting and memorable winter adventure. Husky Express dog sledding is going strong! Hope Valley is the best location for this unique activity. Beautiful valleys and expansive mountains lend to this thrilling experience. A family of 3-4 can ride for an hour for only $240.00. Please call 775-782-3047 to make a reservation!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
History Lesson
From the footsteps of it's first skier, Snowshoe Thompson, Heavenly's history has been filled with many colorful memories. The Heavenly story from beginning to end is sure to bring a tear to your eye and smile to your face.
When you stand on the summit of Monument Peak, some 10,100 feet above sea level, and marvel at the sheer size of Heavenly with its grand vistas of two states, you may find it hard to believe that this place began as little more than a rope tow and a ski run.
But a handful of visionaries who dreamed of creating a world-class destination resort really did make a mountain out of a molehill. Their story is one of passion and pain, and of battling constant adversity and now you can hear all about it while on the slopes.
Heavenly Ski Resort is now offering a new program geared toward the history of Heavenly Mountain. You can now ski with a ranger for free on Monday or Friday at 10:00am or 1:00pm and learn the history, facts and secrets Heavenly Mountain. All participants must be able to ski at an intermediate level. No need to reserve just meet the ranger at the top of the Gondola and have a heavenly day!
When you stand on the summit of Monument Peak, some 10,100 feet above sea level, and marvel at the sheer size of Heavenly with its grand vistas of two states, you may find it hard to believe that this place began as little more than a rope tow and a ski run.
But a handful of visionaries who dreamed of creating a world-class destination resort really did make a mountain out of a molehill. Their story is one of passion and pain, and of battling constant adversity and now you can hear all about it while on the slopes.
Heavenly Ski Resort is now offering a new program geared toward the history of Heavenly Mountain. You can now ski with a ranger for free on Monday or Friday at 10:00am or 1:00pm and learn the history, facts and secrets Heavenly Mountain. All participants must be able to ski at an intermediate level. No need to reserve just meet the ranger at the top of the Gondola and have a heavenly day!
Friday, March 5, 2010
New Spa Treatments and Recreation at The Ridge Tahoe
Great news from The Ridge Club Spa! We now offer two new massages - Deep Tissue Hot Stone and a Sports Massage. Benefits of the Hot Stone Massage, increases circulation of blood and lymph, increases joint motion, purifies the blood, improves the nervous system, increases digestions and elimination, reduces sinus pressure, reduces stress and over all feels great! If you are a sports enthusiast enjoying the amazing ski season Lake Tahoe has been blessed with the Swedish/Sports Massage is the Best of both worlds for your body. Geared towards skiers, you can work with our therapists to relieve areas of tension, stress and tired muscles. Assisted stretching and swedish techniques aid in easing post exercise soreness. Reduces chronic tension and pain, increases flexibility and helps restore mobility, supports healthy joints, supports efficient breathing, promotes restful sleep, increases body awareness and calms the nervous system.
Both massages have been part of a weekly special that our full service spa has been offering. After experiencing great success of the two, we have decided to make them permanent items for our spa services. Contact The Ridge Spa for additional information on these and other items we offer. You can also visit our spa webpage by clicking here: http://www.ridgetahoeresort.com/spa_services_guide.html.
As the snow was falling at The Ridge Resorts our Indoor Tennis Courts were filled with guests taking advantage of our complimentary tennis clinic for all levels! This fast growing recreational activity is complimentary to our guest of The Ridge Resorts and is available for all levels of play; adults, teens and children. It is another family fun activity offered complimentary that keeps you in out of the cold but works up a sweat just as if you were racing down a ski slope. To inquire about all of the activities that The Ridge Resorts has to offer please stop by the The Club Spa desk located in our Club House during your next stay with us.
Both massages have been part of a weekly special that our full service spa has been offering. After experiencing great success of the two, we have decided to make them permanent items for our spa services. Contact The Ridge Spa for additional information on these and other items we offer. You can also visit our spa webpage by clicking here: http://www.ridgetahoeresort.com/spa_services_guide.html.
As the snow was falling at The Ridge Resorts our Indoor Tennis Courts were filled with guests taking advantage of our complimentary tennis clinic for all levels! This fast growing recreational activity is complimentary to our guest of The Ridge Resorts and is available for all levels of play; adults, teens and children. It is another family fun activity offered complimentary that keeps you in out of the cold but works up a sweat just as if you were racing down a ski slope. To inquire about all of the activities that The Ridge Resorts has to offer please stop by the The Club Spa desk located in our Club House during your next stay with us.
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