Just a quick reminder! Bear Valley Cross Country & Adventure Company will be closed from Monday, April 15 through Friday, May 3, 2013
February – July 2013
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
Add some pizazz to your winter and visit Bear Valley for this fun and challenging backcountry snowshoe adventure. Stomp across snow covered ridges and bowls and soak in the splendors of the alpine environment. Along the way your guide will share natural history and backcountry travel tips. This trip typically covers 4-6 miles through a variety of terrain in a non-motorized area along the Mokelumne Wilderness. The vistas are world-class so don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore a winter wonderland with MAS.
Hungry? Good, because we got you covered. On February 16 at 6PM in the Perry Walther Building get your grub on with the CRAB FEED! Prices are $30 Adult / $15 Child. You get Dungeness crab, spaghetti,  salad and dessert. All proceeds benefit – Bear Valley Music Festival. Tickets available at Bear Valley General Store, Bear Valley Cross Country and Bear Valley Sports Shop. For more info call (209) 753 – 2842. This event is sponsored by the Bear Valley business association.
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
Immerse yourself during this full day of telemark instruction. Small groups (4 people max) of similar ability focus on skills relavent to the group and snow conditions. Small class size enables personalized attention and plenty of skiing. Come prepared for a day of learning, skiing and fun.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
Do you have a desire to skin up, ski down and then do it again? If so, the Bear Valley Adventure Race is your venue for thrill and skill in both resort and backcountry terrain*. We’ll offer two different courses of vertical challenges for novice and advanced racers. We’re broadening this “randonee” race to include all hedonists: alpine tourers, telemarkers and splitboarders.
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
Join us in the spectacular Cathedral Lounge for an opportunity to taste award-winning local wines. Murphys’ climate closely imitates the superb wine regions in France and produces some of the best wines in the state. Come meet the wine makers, learn how wine styles are created, and the unique characteristics of Calaveras County wines. Cozy fireplace and wine…the perfect pairing. FREE to season pass holders (21+). $5 non-pass holders. Money will go towards the adaptive program
Slopestyle Competition! Details coming soon.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
MAS strives to develop people’s skills in the mountains and appreciation for the alpine environment. Traveling comfortably and efficiently is a skill learned through experience and training. Knowing your goals and limits can lead to freedom in “wild places”. It is for this reason that MAS offers mountaineering training courses in Northern California.
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
More info coming soon!
Immerse yourself during this full day of telemark instruction. Small groups (4 people max) of similar ability focus on skills relavent to the group and snow conditions. Small class size enables personalized attention and plenty of skiing. Come prepared for a day of learning, skiing and fun.
MAS strives to develop people’s skills in the mountains and appreciation for the alpine environment. Traveling comfortably and efficiently is a skill learned through experience and training. Knowing your goals and limits can lead to freedom in “wild places”. It is for this reason that MAS offers mountaineering training courses in Northern California.
In partnership with the California Senior Games Association (CSGA), Bear Valley will host the fourth annual California Senior Winter Games, March 8th, 9th, 23rd and 24th. Male and Female sports enthusiasts 50 years old and up will have an opportunity to compete in this Olympic-style event that offers competition in downhill and cross-country skiing, boarding, snowshoeing and more.
Add some pizazz to your winter and visit Bear Valley for this fun and challenging backcountry snowshoe adventure. Stomp across snow covered ridges and bowls and soak in the splendors of the alpine environment. Along the way your guide will share natural history and backcountry travel tips. This trip typically covers 4-6 miles through a variety of terrain in a non-motorized area along the Mokelumne Wilderness. The vistas are world-class so don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore a winter wonderland with MAS.
In partnership with the California Senior Games Association (CSGA), Bear Valley will host the fourth annual California Senior Winter Games, March 8th, 9th, 23rd and 24th. Male and Female sports enthusiasts 50 years old and up will have an opportunity to compete in this Olympic-style event that offers competition in downhill and cross-country skiing, boarding, snowshoeing and more.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
NASTAR recreational racing returns  to Bear Valley this season after a very successful inaugural season that saw Bear Valley host more NASTAR race starts than any other California resort. Again, we plan to hold over 20 races this coming season.
Immerse yourself during this full day of telemark instruction. Small groups (4 people max) of similar ability focus on skills relavent to the group and snow conditions. Small class size enables personalized attention and plenty of skiing. Come prepared for a day of learning, skiing and fun.
Easter Service. We encourage you to sky or snowboard to and from this event.
- 4:15 PM Kuma Chair will begin loading
- 4:30 PM Service takes place at the top of Kuma Chair
Immediately following the service: Free wine and cheese social at the sun deck (weather permitting)
Learn essential avalanche avoidance skills during this 3 day course. Focus is on recognizing and mitigating hazards and learning to make good decisions in avalanche terrain. Gain a thorough understanding of terrain and snowpack evaluation, trip planning, travel techniques and rescue skills.
Easter Egg Hunt
- 8:30 – 10:30 AM Easter bag decorating in Cub Clubhouse
- 10:30 AM Easter egg hunt by Koala Chair (off sun deck)
Ice Cream Social
- 1 – 4 PM Ice Cream Social and Truffles (in sunroom next to Tamarack Deli)
$5 for Sundaes. You may pre-purchase your ice cream any time Sunday at the Tamarack Deli
Featuring music from A La Lune and Mountain Lion DJ!. Come join us for Microbrew festival • Live reggae tunes Rail jam and pond skimming competitions
At Bear Valley Summer Day Camp, our mission is to give your child days filled with fun, adventure and learning amidst the breathtaking beauty of our natural playground. We are fortunate to be situated in the Sierra Nevada mountains, near forests, lakes, rivers, alpine meadows and peaks that serve as the backdrop of our eight-week day camp.
All are welcome, from beginners to experienced target archers.
Excellent for first time archers who want to have fun with a new sport as well as for the serious athlete who wants to break through to higher levels.
Bear Valley Soccer Camp brings to the mountains the highest level of soccer coaching combined with other fun summer activities over a 4 day, 3 night camp for boys and girls ages 9-16. The camp offers both day camp and overnight camp. The camp is designed to feel like a true summer camp. Our soccer is geared towards the player who has true passion for the game and who wants to excel at the game. What we teach will make every player invaluable to their team at home.
Tired of camps with big promises and no individual instuction? Our Camps are loaded with players and coaches whose primary focus is helping you improve your skills and get to the next level. The coaches from Team NorCal – the leading youth and high school lacrosse travel team in the Bay Area – will help you make this a summer to remember. We will have several well known college players and coaches participating in this years camps.
BandWorks brings to you for the first time an overnight sleep-away camp at the Bear Valley Ski Resort. In addition to music classes and activities, students will participate in a number of daily outdoor activities including swimming, kayaking, rock climbing, and more! The week will culminate into an end-of-the-week concert for the public, which all family members are encouraged to attend.