The Weekend Update

  • Thursday, 29th January, 2026
  • 08:37am
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Sliding into February

Welcome to The Weekend Update

 

The blue skies with warm afternoons continue. Stay hydrated, dress in layers, and apply sunscreen. Tag us in your photos and videos on social media, and do your snow dances!

 

Be sure to sign up for your volunteer role before you head up the mountain this weekend. Read below for everything happening this weekend as we slide into February.

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This Weekend's Headlines

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Blue Skies = Wax Time!

 

 

Now’s the perfect moment to swing by the Tune Room and get your skis and boards waxed for peak performance on the slopes.

 

Don’t miss out—glide smooth and ride strong this weekend!

 

Start the Day at The Bumble Cafe, Open for Breakfast and Lunch

 

This weekend's specials at The Bumble Cafe are a Buffalo Chicken Wrap

and Green Chili Chicken Tortilla Soup, along with our regular grab'n go menu.

 

Cashless payments are preferred. Apple/tap pay is accepted. 

 

Buy a Gift Card for prepaid meals and merch! Gift cards can be picked up at the Front Desk.

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Don't miss our Snowbird Combo — a fresh 10 oz. bag of Coffeebar's Snowbird winter blend (proceeds benefit our programs!) and a 10 oz. Yeti insulated mug, for just $40! Start your day with a hot cup at the cafe in the morning.

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Stars in the Sky

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A huge THANK YOU to everyone who contributed over 600 volunteer hours last weekend! Your dedication and hard work truly embody our value of Integrity, and make this community-driven program possible.

 

Each week in February, we'll announce a Volunteer of the Week. This week's winner will be awarded a Sky Tavern hat! So don't forget to log in to your Bloomerang account and select your desired volunteer positions.

 

EVERYONE over 18 must have an account and sign up for at least 2 hours of volunteering, including instructors. You must sign up each week. If you forget to sign-in, email us!

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Women's Clinics

 

 

Our Women's clinics kick off this weekend. Meet near the Aspens below Sky Ridge by 1 PM.

 

Minimum skill level: ability to ski the easiest way down from Sky Ridge (Herz Trail) confidently.

 

Time: 1-2:30 PM

 

Dates:

  • January 31st and February 1st
  • February 14th** and 15th**
  • February 28th and March 1st**

**Blizzard Ski Demos Available

 

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Lesson Logistics and Schedule

 

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Requirements and Reminders

 

  • All students must have their Sky Tavern pass on them.
  • Helmets, goggles or sunglasses, and gloves are required.
  • Check your equipment (tighten screws, wax, check bindings, etc.)
  • Label everything (skis, poles, goggles, gloves, etc.)!
  • Late students: We will do our best to accommodate, but we cannot make any guarantees.

 

View the full schedule here

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Instructor

Reminders and Preparations

 

Click here for all the details!

 

Instructor Clinics/Trainings

 

  • NEW!!! 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM Alpine Fundamentals Tech Talk in the Sky Kid Playground

 

  • On-Snow Clinic Times: 1 - 3 PM
  • Sign up on the corkboard in the upstairs back room
  • Certification training and a variety of hot topics
  • Offered daily, depending on trainer availability 

 

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Important Reminders

 

  • Trade in your snowball fights for snow dances. Snowball fights are not permitted.
  • Parking lot: Upper lot closes at 7:30. If the handicap spots are full, you must park in the lower lot. We cannot guarantee a spot. Arrive early!
  • Backpacks and related items must be worn on the front of the body when loading a chairlift.
  • Bring your own water bottle. We also have water bottles for sale.
  • Always wear your badge. 
  • Prepare and label your equipment before arrival 
  • YOUR CAR IS YOUR LODGE. No equipment inside the lodge.
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Event Calendar

 

Sky Tavern events can always be found on the calendar.

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Outdoor Recreation for All

21130 Mount Rose Hwy

Reno, NV 89511

(775) 323-5125

[email protected]

@sky_tavern

@skytavernbikepark

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