Hey Good People Are You Ready For "Pure Mountain Fun" ~ Bear Valley Update By Mattly Trent
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/22/2016 09:21 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Hey Good People! A beautiful morning on the tails of the passing weather system which left us with 6" of new snowfall for a season total of 11" and more on the way. Tonight we should see 2-4" of new snow and lingering snow showers for Wednesday as that system heads East and gives way to a beautiful crisp Sunny Thanksgiving Holiday. A return of a 2nd system on Friday will bring slightly warmer temps but snowfall is still expected. Continued unsettled weather will push into the begining of next week as the active pattern continues. Winter is not too far off and we're getting ready to share our "pure mountain fun" ethos.
Battalion Chief Brian Hukkanen Retires After 37 Years With EPFD
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/21/2016 11:17 AM
Arnold, CA...Yesterday marked an end of an era for the Ebbetts Pass Fire District. Battalion Chief Brian Hukkanen worked his last shift at EPFD Station One. He has retired after a 37 year career of helping our community. He started as a 15 year old cadet and has been with EPFD since 1979. After thousands of calls for fires, vehicle collisions, medical aids and more Battalion Chief Hukkanen will be moving on to a new phase in his life. Not to worry though as the Hukkanen name will still be well represented in our area as his sons Aaron and Kyle are both in uniform and working in the family business. Congratulations Brian, Thank You and you will leave large boots to fill.
The shot above is the Hukkanen family yesterday in front of EPFD Station One during his last shift.
Make Plans For Winterfest Weekend In Bear Valley! The 2016/17 Season Starts This Weekend!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/20/2016 06:49 PM
Bear Valley, CA...Thanksgiving weekend means WINTERFEST CELEBRATION and we are making plans for winter excitement that will kick-off on Thanksgiving day with a special dinner at the Creekside dining room. Friday - projected opening day for downhill and cross country. In the evening special presentation by David Vassar. Saturday - the fun continues at Bear Valley Snowmobile, Tamarack lodge followed by evening bonfire, movies, live music and great food ! Go ahead, click on the link and start making plans to get to the mountains its going to be snowy and fun!!
Snow & Rain On The Way As Bear Valley Counts Down To Opening Day
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/19/2016 10:57 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Mother Nature returns with a wave of rain & snow ahead of Thanksgiving. Bear Valley & other resorts are making snow and looking for Mother Nature to do her part as well. The NWS Forecast for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada is: Today At lower elevations, rain. At higher elevations, snow and a chance of rain in the morning, then rain and snow in the afternoon. Breezy. Highs 35 to 50 higher elevations...43 to 57 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations...3 to 5 inches higher elevations. Snow level 6500 feet. Prevailing south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 40 mph...except south 25 to 40 mph over ridges. Tonight Rain at lower elevations...and rain and snow at higher elevations. Colder. Lows 26 to 40 higher elevations...38 to 44 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations...2 to 4 inches higher elevations. Snow level 7000 feet. Prevailing south winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to around 35 mph.
Click Above For Our Weather & Road Conditions Page For The Latest Conditions. The above graphic can give you a good indicator of what you may see at our varying elevations.
(Don't Miss Their Open House Tonight) The Outhouse Collection Holiday Open House Benefiting Arnold Angels Tuesday November 22nd 5pm -8pm
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/15/2016 01:52 PM
Arnold, CA...Come join us for some holiday cheer! Tuesday November 22nd 5pm -8pm. Door prizes, food and drink featuring local Calaveras County products. Sales on holiday items. 10% of all sales will be donated to Arnold Angels, a local organization serving our community The Outhouse Collection Gifts, Furniture, Décor and more 925 Highway 4 in Arnold 795-2994
Don't Miss The Special Veterans Day Ceremony At Veterans Memorial Park
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/08/2016 12:16 PM
Murphys, CA....Make Plans to attend the special Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Murphys. The program starts at 10am on Friday, November 11th. Below is a picture from last week when we spotted the Carlons out putting up a banner for this year's program. Thank you to our Veterans & also thanks to the Carlons for all you have done to make sure those who have served are celebrated.
