Noel Nights

The Village at Northstar is transforming into a winter holiday wonderland. The tree is up, the ice skating rink is rocking, the shops are full of winter gifts and the restaurants are cooking up delicious meals every day.  

This week is the first of four magical Friday nights in the Northstar Village.  Noel Nights has been a Northstar tradition for years. The Village will be lively with sleigh bells ringing as the one horse open sleigh takes families and lovebirds for a ride around the Village.  The illuminated ice rink is filled with people of all ages and abilities enjoying a favorite winter ice skating pastime while listening to music.  Surrounding the ice rink are open fire pits with s’mores available for roasting and cabana bars open for a hot cocoa, hot toddies or a "Snuggler".  Carolers will be singing holiday tunes as they weave through the excitement.  Be on the lookout for the elves who roam the village in anticipation of Mr. Claus's grand appearance.  Be sure to look in all the nooks and crannies of the village for face painting, gingerbread house decorating and ornament making.  The best part of the night is when Santa arrives and kids of all ages rush to sit on his lap to tell him their Christmas wish.  

   

This Friday is a special night, not only because it is the first day of December and the countdown to Christmas but also the Northstar Tree Lighting Ceremony.  Gather around at 7pm for a group countdown to light the beautiful 26 foot Christmas tree at the foot of the skating rink.  

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Katie Tyler

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5 Snow Activities To Try This Year

5 Snow Activities To Try This Year

The snow is here and the skiing has been the best we’ve seen in years.  The snow also brings with it the opportunity to try other snow sports.  Check out these off-mountain adventures as part of your Tahoe experience.  

1) Dog Sled Tour

Wilderness Adventures hosts Dog Sled Tours in Squaw Valley.  Experience the thrill and excitement of touring through the hills and meadows of Squaw Valley.  The dog sled team will guide you in a great adventure as a team of eager huskies pulls you through the snowy wonderland.  Bring your camera as there are many photo opportunities along the way.  This is a unique adventure that everyone will always remember. 

2) Fat BikingNorthstar Cross Country Center is now offering Fat Biking (a new form of mountain biking you can do on the snow). These mountain bikes have extremely large tires and can be rented at the Cross Country Center and taken out on the groomed trails.  If you love fat biking, sign up for Northstar's very first fat bike race this Saturday, January 21st as part of the Tahoe Fat Bike Summit & Festival.

3) Snowmobile Tour
Get out with a professional snowmobile tour company and let them take you to some unbelievable places with breathtaking views and scenery.  The guides are very knowledgable and all ability levels are welcome.  Get ready for some exhilarating thrills and a fun way to explore the winter forest trails. 

4) Ice Skating
My top two favorite ice skating spots are in the heart of Northstar Village and at 8,200 feet at Squaw Valley’s High Camp.  The Village of Northstar is the hub of all things apres.  With live music on most nights, smores, fire pits and multiple cabana bars; Northstar is always a lively place to be. At Squaw Valley, the stunning aerial tram ride is almost just as fun as the ice skating you will find at the top.  The Lake Tahoe and Squaw Valley views from this venue make for a jaw dropping experience. You can also tour the Olympic museum at the top of the tram. See you on the ice! 

5) Sledding
Kids and adults alike can agree that the most simple way to enjoy the snow is to go sledding. Northstar is home to a legendary tubing that feels more like a roller coaster ride.  Squaw Valley also has a tubing hill at the SnoVentures location, and even some "mini" snowmobiles to let the kiddos rip around a track. 

Katie Tyler

Realtor®

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Northstar Noel Nights

Step into a magical world as Northstar presents Noel Nights every Thursday night leading up to Christmas Day.  The center piece of the village is 9,000 square foot ice skating rink with a 35 foot tree glowing bright with holiday lights at the foot of the rink.  Surrounding the rink you will find 8 open fire pit areas for family and friends to gather around, warm up, tell stories and roast marshmallows.  

Noel Nights is the event to complement this iconic mountain scene at the Northstar Village.  A one horse open sleigh will be taking visitors of all ages around the Village center.  Great Basin Carolers will be singing songs of the season as they meander through the Village.  The night will be filled with complimentary kids crafts and activities.  Pick one or do them all with gingerbread man decorating, face painting and ornament crafts.  Be on the lookout for holiday characters and everyone’s favorite, Santa who will show up at 6pm for photos. 

There are only a few remaining Noel Nights, don't miss this fun holiday tradition. 

Katie Tyler

Realtor®

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Northstar Opening and Tree Lighting

Northstar Opening and Tree Lighting

Today is Northstar California’s opening day.  Skiers and snowboarders have geared up and are excited to take the first turns of the season.  Storms are lined up on their way to Tahoe with heavy snow predicted over the holiday.  Let it snow!

Ready for some holiday cheer?  Come join in the festivities as Northstar will light up the Village at the annual tree lighting.  When Thanksgiving is over and the Black Friday frenzy has passed, come to Northstar on Saturday, November 26th and be filled with holiday joy.  There is a gigantic tree positioned in the heart of the Village and it is being trimmed and prepped for the grand lighting.  A one horse open sleigh will be circling the Village and available for free rides.  Holiday music will fill the air and the ice skating rink is open for all to take a spin. Around 5pm, the count down begins. 

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Katie Tyler

Realtor®

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Northstar's Noel Nights

Northstar's Noel Nights

Noel Nights in the Village at Northstar has become a family tradition for many throughout the years.  For the next 3 Thursdays the Village will come alive with holiday cheer and festivities.  All of the fun starts at 5pm and everyone is invited to attend.

The Northstar Village is a magical place every night, but especially on Noel Nights.  The center of the Village is highlighted by a brightly lit 35’ Christmas tree that towers over the ice skating rink.  Surrounding the ice rink are cabana seating areas and bars serving your favorite hot drinks or a marshmallow kit for s’mores to be cooked around the various open flame fire pits.  The Great Basin Carolers will fill the Village with cheerful songs and sounds of the season.  Near the Christmas tree is the staging area for sleigh rides where you can take a ride with your sweetheart or the whole family.  If there is still more time before Santa arrives, head to Tavern 6330’ for gingerbread men and women decorating with Chef Chad or stop in the breezeway for face painting.  At 6PM it is time to gather around Santa for photos near the sleigh.

The Sacramento Skating Group will provide entertainment they take over the ice for a skating performance.  It should be an exciting event to watch.

The Village at Northstar is the place to be for the holidays, I hope to see you there. 

Katie Tyler

Realtor®

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Aerial Tram Ride at Squaw Valley

Aerial Tram Ride at Squaw Valley

Looking for something fun to do with the whole family or maybe while the others are off skiing for the day?  Take the tram up to High Camp that sits high above the Village at Squaw Valley.  Board the tram in the Village at the base of the mountain.  Right away you will be taken back as you pull out of the loading station and head straight up the mountain over a massive rock wall called "Tram Face" into a world that will remind you of 

Disneyland.  As the tram driver takes you back through the deep Squaw Valley history on the way up, you will be amazed at how high you are hanging over it all. 

About 10 minutes later you are at High Camp, 2,000 feet higher than where you started sitting at 8,200 feet with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the entire Squaw Valley mountain.  

Take your time and enjoy all the activities that are offered at High Camp.  Ice Skating, swimming, restaurants, and my favorite, the self guided Olympic museum with memorabilia from the 1960 Winter Olympics.   

Enjoy the ride down dropping you back to the Village at Squaw Valley.  If you still have time, enjoy all the shopping and eateries throughout the Village.  My favorite spot is the Wild Flower Cookie shop or the KT-22 Base Bar on a sunny day.  

Katie Tyler

Realtor®

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