Bear Valley, CA — (December 23, 2015) – Skyline Bear Valley is sorry to share news of the fatality of a 60-year-old male guest today on the slopes at approximately 1:40 p.m. The man reportedly collapsed while skiing and was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other details are available at this time. Further inquiries are directed to the Alpine County Sheriff: (209) 753-2321. “The entire Bear Valley family is very saddened by this tragic incident,” said Andrea Young, General Manager of Bear Valley. “Our hearts go out to this individual’s family and friends during the tremendously difficult time.”

About Bear Valley Mountain & Bear Valley Village
Bear Valley Mountain and Village is the premier family mountain sports and lodging destination in the Central Sierra. Located between Yosemite and Lake Tahoe on National Scenic Byway Highway 4, and surrounded by two of California’s largest federally designated wilderness areas, outdoor activities in Bear Valley are abundant. Bear Valley Resorts is known for its warm, welcoming staff, affordable ticket prices, a variety of terrain, and a commitment to providing the ultimate mountain experience. The ski and board area offers 1,680 acres of varied terrain, more than 70 trails, two terrain parks featuring more than 18 features, and 1,900 vertical feet. Bear Valley averages over 30 feet of annual snowfall per year. Bear Valley Village is home to a variety of services, shops, restaurants and a wide range of accommodations. Winters provide skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, sledding, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Hiking, fishing, cycling, rock climbing, kayaking, camping and a variety of cultural events make for a perfect summer of activities. More information is available at www.bearvalley.com.