NASA just released a fantastic high-res image of Earth from space, and it happens to include a cloud-free view of our little area of California! You can clearly see the trough or depression in the mountains that creates a perfect funnel for storms (well, most years). The Long Valley Caldera is also easy to spot. […]
Last weekend the skies finally opened up and we got some natural snow falling from above. Two storms rolled in and provided a much needed boost for the season. Mammoth Mountain is claiming four feet of new snow which I’d say is about right. It is enough to have all lifts open and most terrain […]
The last time we got a decent snow fall was last year back on November 20th. We have finally received some new snow exactly two months later! It was only an inch so far but enough to cover the dirt and at least make the mountain look like a picture of winter. The skiing won’t […]
Mammoth Mountain is offering half price beginner lessons for skiing and snow boarding from the 22nd through to the 27th of January. That’s a great opportunity to get into skiing at a awesome price. For as little as $75 the package includes rentals, lift ticket and 4 hours of instruction. Whilst we don’t have snow […]
Buying new skis can be a tricky business, there are so many choices out there that can make the decision confusing. Here’s a rough guide to help you out. A new pair of skis can make a big difference to your skiing especially if you have some relics from the 1970s! Before you even start […]
Our last snowfall of note in Mammoth was on November 20, 2011. I’ve got accustomed to waking up to a bluebird day, the only real variable being how cold or warm it is. I’ve resigned myself to the lack of natural snow. I know where the rocks are likely to be on the ski runs […]
Beautiful colors at Mammoth Mountain last night!
