Synopses & Reviews
Ski, snowboard, cuddle up in cabins, and explore the majestic heights like the locals dofrom Mt. Shasta to Lake Tahoe, from the unexplored backcountry to the chic resort villages just outside of LA. Olympic athletes, resort owners, expedition leaders and adventure guides point you to the best downhill slopes and the stunning summits just around the bend.
Synopsis
Delicious destinations. Expert sources. Sexy venues--Pick your temptation and pack your bags!
About the Author
Lena Katz is the California, Hawaii, and Mexico travel blogger for Orbitz; creator of the Playboy Scout; and founding editor of LAX Magazine, the in-termnal publication of Los Angeles International Airport. She has been quoted as a travel expert by the Wall Street Journal and Entertainment Tonight, and regularly contributes to Brides, MSNBC, AOL, and the Los Angeles Times.
Table of Contents
REGION 1: Tahoe/Reno
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
Cha-Ching!
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Revamped at Last
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Cabin Life
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--Cory Carlson, former U.S. Ski Team member, runs Heavenly Ski School
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP
REGION 2: Mammoth
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
Out Into the Rustic
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Action Adventure
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Historic Naturalistic
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP
REGION 3: Big Bear
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
Speedy Freestyley
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--Brent Tregaskis, General Manager of Bear Mountain
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Hand in Hand We Go
Thru the Snow
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--Dick Kun GM of Snow Summit, parents were founders
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP
REGION 4: Yosemite
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
The Must-See Checklist
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Crowds, Begone!
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Super-Athletic
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP
REGION 5: Lake Arrowhead
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
Wait, Are We in Europe?
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Snowplay
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP
REGION 6: Shasta Cascade
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
White Wilderness
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TBD
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP
REGION 7: Gold Country
Overview + Intro
Logistics Airport info, weather, population
The Great Mountain
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Gamblers, Miners & Outlaw Ancestors (Lassen)
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--Chris Frado, President Cross Country Ski Areas Association
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RESOURCES calendars, community sites, trusted tour companies
MAP