Truckee Mountain Hardware & Sports Named ‘Coolest’ Ace
Truckee’s Mountain Hardware was selected as one of three Ace Hardware stores out of more than 4,000 stores in the nation to receive the distinction of one of the “Coolest Hardware Stores on the Planet” by Ace Hardware in 2012. Stores were nominated and then chosen based on their abilities to localize their stores and provide a unique and diverse product selection that reflects their community. In addition to providing an unparalleled selection of products in the Tahoe/Truckee area, Mountain Hardware & Sports also takes pride in its employee ownership culture. The store, in business since 1977, has been employee-owned since 2001. Info: mountainhardwareandsports.com
Vail Adds to Epic Pass, Squaw/Alpine Launch ‘Mountain Collective’
North Tahoe’s two biggest ski companies announced ski pass news recently.
First, KSL announced the Mountain Collective, a pass that gives holders two tickets to four of the nation’s most iconic resorts — Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows, Jackson Hole, Aspen/Snowmass, and Alta. The pass, priced at $349, also includes 50 percent off of ski tickets at these resorts and up to 25 percent discounts for lodging.
Northstar’s parent company, Vail Resorts, announced that owners of the Epic Pass for 2012-13 will be able to ski three days for free in Verbier, Switzerland, including at Les 4 Vallées, the largest ski area in Switzerland. The Epic Pass already includes access to Northstar, Sierra-at-Tahoe, Heavenly, and Kirkwood in the Tahoe area, as well as Vail-owned ski resorts in Colorado.
Piping Rock Equestrian Center Fall Specials
Piping Rock Equestrian Center has recently announced a fall trail riding special and an after-school program. The fall trail-riding pass, featuring eight rides, can be shared with family and friends and can be used for private or scheduled group rides. It is priced at $300, a 50 percent discount from summer prices. The youth after-school program is available Monday through Thursday and features eight group lessons per month at a price of $225.
The after-school program is available to youth aged 8 to 13 and helps children develop a comprehensive understanding of horses through an array of mounted and un-mounted activities. For the duration of the program, each student will be assigned his or her own horse and tack and will get to participate in all aspects of riding, including the grooming and care of their horse.
Info: 12318 Union Mills Rd, Truckee, (530) 582-6780, pipingrockhorses.com
Northstar Starts Hiring 1,200 Winter Employees
Northstar has begun accepting applications and started hiring for the more than 1,200 seasonal positions that will be available at the resort for the winter 2012-2013 season. On average, the resort employs a total of approximately 1,900 seasonal and year-round employees during the winter.
“For those candidates eager to secure a position at Northstar, now is the time to apply.” said Dick Sharp, human resources director at Northstar.
Unlike previous years, the resort will not host traditional job fairs this season. Instead, the resort will hold two job fair dates — Sept. 29 for the ski and snowboard school, and Oct. 13 for resort-wide positions — that will consist of large-scale, in-person interview days for those who applied in advance.
Northstar employees receive numerous benefits, including a season pass, discounted dependent passes, full benefits for full-time employees, 401K matching for eligible employees, and more. Info: jobs.vailresorts.com
Sierra Crest Dental Puts On Free Dental Day
Sept. 28
Truckee’s Sierra Crest Dental will host its second annual Dentistry From The Heart event, providing a free day of dental care to more than 75 residents on Sept. 28. Care will be provided on a ‘first come – first served’ basis for adults 18 years old and over. Event registration will begin at 7:30 a.m.
Since its inception, Dentistry From The Heart has provided more than 45,000 people with free dental care services.
Dr. Robert Colpitts and his team of dentists, volunteers and sponsors provide patients with a free extraction, filling or cleaning. Last year, Dr. Colpitts donated more than $30,000 in free dental care to more than 65 Truckee residents. Sierra Crest Dental is located at 40169 Truckee Airport Rd Suite 204. Info: dentistryfromtheheart.org.
Sierra Human Resources Hosts Workshops
Two upcoming workshops presented by Sierra Human Resources Association will help human resource managers and small business owners learn new skills in networking and managing an inter-generational workforce.
The first workshop, titled “Working the Room: How to Build your Elevator Pitch and Networking Skills,” will be held on Sept. 18 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Resort at Squaw Creek. The workshop fee is $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
The second workshop, “When Generations Collide: Why We are the Way We are, Celebrating Our Differences at Work” will be held on Sept. 25 beginning at 9 a.m. Esterly Hall, 336 Crown Point Circle in Grass Valley in partnership with the Regional Chambers of Nevada County. The cost is $39 for SHRA & SHRM members, $49 for Nevada County Chamber members (which includes Truckee Donner Chamber) and $59 for non-members. Info: sierrahra.com
