Employee Spotlight

Marielle Russack skiing with view of Lake Tahoe

Marielle Russack – Women’s History Month Spotlight

Department: Ski Patrol and Reveg  Years at Palisades Tahoe: 18   Jobs Held: Ski Patrol Supervisor and Ski Patrol Training Supervisor (Winter) | Trail Crew and …

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Pat Northrop ski headshot

Pat Northrop: Women’s History Month Spotlight

Pat Northrop has spent 46 years teaching thousands of skiers how to navigate the slopes of Palisades Tahoe. Some of Pat’s claims to fame include …

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Karen Roske telemark skiing

Karen Roske: Women’s History Month Spotlight

Happy International Women’s Day! In celebration of Women’s History Month, we will showcase 4 amazing women who are a pivotal part of the Palisades Tahoe …

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Honoring Black History Month at Palisades Tahoe

At Palisades Tahoe, we believe that celebrating Black History Month goes beyond acknowledgment—it’s about action, community, and representation. This blog post highlights the actions we took this February to celebrate Black History Month.

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The Legacy of Jimmy King

After an incredible 50 years of unwavering dedication to Palisades Tahoe, and over three decades shaping its slopes as Mountain Manager, Jimmy King has passed the torch to the next fearless leader. In a legacy-building move, Kyle Crezee now steps in as Mountain Manager, with Chris Woo as Assistant Mountain Manager. Yet even with this change, Jimmy’s journey with Palisades Tahoe is far from over. Taking on the role of Senior Advisor, he will continue to guide the mountain with the same passion and expertise that has made him a legend here. His lifetime of invaluable knowledge, deeply woven into every peak and trail, will ensure Palisades Tahoe remains in the best possible hands. This isn’t just a transition; it’s a continuation of Jimmy’s enduring love for this mountain, its community, and its future

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Employee Spotlight: Tony Morris, Sous Chef at Alpine Lodge

Meet the people who make our mountain culture thrive. Our monthly Employee Spotlight highlights the passionate individuals who bring energy, expertise, and heart to Palisades Tahoe. This month, we’re featuring Tony Morris, a longtime sous chef at Alpine Lodge whose journey—from land speed records to crafting gourmet pastries—proves that adventure comes in many forms.

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Palisades Tahoe Snowcat captured by Hunter Lamer

Photographer Spotlight: Hunter Lamer, Palisades Grooming

Hunter Lamer is one of our secret weapons. At four a.m. on storm days, Hunter can usually be found operating a snowcat. This means that …

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A snowcat in front of a spectacular mountain sunset.

Photographer Spotlight: Nick McMahon

Read about Nick McMahon, whose photos you have probably seen on our social media channels. Nick is a longtime snowcat operator at Palisades Tahoe who is also a successful photographer.

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Emigrant with the moon in the background last week.

Photographer Spotlight: Marcus Morgan

Read about Marcus Morgan, whose photos you have probably seen on our social media channels. Marcus is a longtime employee and the Upper Lift Maintenance Manager at Palisades Tahoe who is also a talented photographer.

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Participants of the SheGrooms event at the top of Mount Hood.

Palisades Tahoe Sends 4 Women to SheGrooms

We sent FOUR women to the annual SheGrooms event at Mount Hood Meadows. Read about our experience which included classes, personalized instruction, and some epic skiing!

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