Reno-Tahoe

Spring fever has hit the slopes in Reno-Tahoe – the birds are chirping, the air is warm and the snow is turning to corn. But spring is more than the celebration of perfect T-shirt turns for skiers and boarders, it’s also the time to plan ahead for next year and land your 2009-2010 pass for the (sometimes) discounted price.

Check out these deals at Reno-Tahoe ski and board resorts*:

• Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe: $399 – purchase now and ski the rest of this season for free
• Diamond Peak Ski Resort: $454 – purchase now and ski the rest of this season for free
• Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort: $329 – includes Sierra-at-Tahoe access
• Alpine Meadows: TBD
• Squaw Valley USA: $369
• Heavenly Tahoe: $579 – includes access to other Vail Mountain Resorts Co. properties
• Boreal: $229 – this deal is available for the next 10 days!
• Sugar Bowl – TBD

For a complete list of Reno-Tahoe resorts, go online.

* Adult rates: Check Web sites for details on children/students/seniors pricing as well as any restrictions.

Spring is in the air, and Squaw Valley – traditionally one of the more expensive resorts in the North Lake Tahoe/Truckee region – is making the late-season affordable.

For $179, skiers and boarders get unrestricted access with a spring pass from March 29 until the end of the season, currently projected for May 10. Basically, use the pass three times and it has more than paid for itself.

As a bonus, the pass also includes free use of the pool and spa at High Camp.

For more information, call the resort at (530) 583-6985.

Looking to get the jump on next year’s skiing? Diamond Peak is offering a great bonus – buy next year’s pass now and receive the rest of the 2009 season free.

Diamond Peak season passes:

• Full passes: (Any Day): Adult $45; College $209; Youth $188; Child $156; Senior $188; Senior 70-plus $52
• Midweek (Monday-Friday):     Adult $363; College $167; Youth $150; Child $125; Senior $150; Senior 70-plus $42
• Beginner (Any Age): $109

* Further discounts may apply for Incline Village residents.

To buy your 2009-2010 Diamond Peak pass or get more information, go online.