Be Your Own Locomotive & Try Cross Country Skiing In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
In North America, downhill skiing & snowboarding gets all the fame with the likes of Shaun White & Lindsey Vonn showcasing these sports. Cross-country skiing however, offers everyone a chance to revel in the peace & tranquility of the wintry landscape that is the Sierra Nevada. To help you enjoy this time-tested winter sport during […]
Family Fun & Snow Play In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
There’s something invigorating about spending time in the snow-covered peaks of the High Sierra. Maybe it’s the warm sunshine hitting your face or the crystals glistening below your feet. No matter the reason, it brings out the youthful spirit in all of us. Go sledding, build a snow man or just enjoy the scenery. Here’s […]
Three Awesome Ideas To Spend New Year’s In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Visiting the mountains any time of year is cause for celebration, but New Year’s brings it up a notch. Groovy celebrations, eye-catching fireworks displays and record-setting parades welcome any that make the journey. Here’s three New Year’s celebrations in the High Sierra to consider when planning your 2018-19 festivities. Boogie & Groove Your Way Into […]
Snowshoe In The High Sierra – 3 One-Of-A-Kind Adventures
| by Alex Silgalis
Fresh snow has arrived this early season, as 50 inches or more have fallen over many parts of the High Sierra. If you aren’t a big-time skier or snowboarder, does that mean this area is off-limits to you? No way! If you can hike, then you can definitely snowshoe. Here’s just a small selection of […]
Four Hidden High Sierra Ski Resorts You May Not Know About
| by Alex Silgalis
The High Sierra is known for its legendary powder and star-studded resorts but you don’t have to hit the “big boys” to experience all the fun. Instead, why not explore these four hidden High Sierra ski resorts stashed right under your nose? You’ll have all the fun without the crowds. June Mountain Learn more about […]
Fun Activities To Do In The High Sierra While Waiting For The Snow
| by Alex Silgalis
The High Sierra is famous for its massive snowstorms dropping feet of snow overnight. In between these stormy cycles, the mountain range typically has long periods of sunny warm weather. Of course, you can ski to your heart’s content but what if you wanted to take a break? Or, what if the snow hasn’t showed […]
There’s Gold In Them Thar Hills… State Parks Of The High Sierra Offer Priceless Experiences
| by Alex Silgalis
Gold and silver run deep in the veins of California. This resource helped fuel the economy in the 1800’s, but as a consequence, this natural bounty of ore mined and lumber felled at an alarming rate cleared entire mountainsides. Many thought these resources would never end, but a few saw differently. This is when the […]
Spook-tacular Fun For Halloween In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Want to make the most of the upcoming Halloween season? Instead of knocking the dust off your costume & buying candy, why not be a brave soul and plan a getaway! Here’s an assortment of ways you can enjoy this Halloween in the High Sierra. Freaker’s Ball Learn more about the Freaker’s Ball happening on […]
High Sierra Museums – Tell A Story
| by Alex Silgalis
The High Sierra is filled with deep history not just from a human perspective but an environmental one as well. From the highest peaks to the lowest valleys, each tells a story that most of us would only drive by. To hear the tales, you must check out the High Sierra museums that exist up […]
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