{"id":199540,"date":"2026-02-27T18:12:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-28T02:12:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=199540"},"modified":"2026-02-27T18:13:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T02:13:15","slug":"championship-weekend-community-milestones-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=199540","title":{"rendered":"Championship Weekend, Community Milestones & More at Bear Valley!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bear Valley, CA…The United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association NorCal Conference will be hosting it’s Far West Regional Championships Friday – Sunday here in Bear Valley! Over 200 college athletes will be racing down Nastar & Feather Duster.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Snowboard Men & Women – Slalom & Slopestyle<\/div>\n
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Ski Men & Women: Slalom<\/div>\n
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If you’ve been meaning to try Creekside Bistro, consider this your reminder! Located inside the Bear Valley Lodge, Creekside Bistro offers a refined French-inspired dining experience that blends classic flavors with a fresh, modern approach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Chef Nolan Schmidt has thoughtfully created a seasonal Winter menu that highlights quality ingredients, layered flavors, and beautiful presentations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Click<\/u><\/em> here to explore the menu<\/u><\/em><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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From left to right: Kenan Dragomanovich, Emma Shawkey, Lois Miles, Karly Ritchie – Shields\u00a0<\/em><\/figcaption>
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Photo Credit: Nikolay Shawkey<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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FROM BEAR VALLEY TO STATE CHAMPIONS <\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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We’re incredibly proud to recognize the Bret Harte Ski Team girls for an outstanding season representing Bear Valley!\u00a0Karly Ritchie – Shields, Kenan Dragomanovich, Emma Shawkey, Lois Miles are all making us proud! <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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At their final Slalom at Sierra – at – Tahoe, Kenan Dragomanovich claimed 1st place with Emma Shawkey in 2nd. Even more impressive, all four girls have qualified for state championships and will head to Sugar Bowl Resort next week to compete against the best in California! Kenan and Emma are also currently on the short list for Nationals!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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We’re so excited to see them compete against the top schools in the state!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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10TH ANNUAL NICKOLAY DODOV SLOPESTYLE <\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Every March, our community comes together to celebrate the life and legacy of Nickolay Dodov.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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This year marks the 10th Annual Nickolay Dodov Slopestyle & Fundraiser<\/strong>, a special milestone event dedicated to supporting the foundation\u2019s mission of providing FREE avalanche awareness and safety education<\/strong>\u00a0to individuals of all ages throughout California.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Nickolay Dodov Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in memory of Nickolay Dodov, who tragically lost his life in an avalanche in Haines, Alaska in 2012. Led by Nickolay\u2019s parents, Alex and Natalia Dodov, both longtime staples of the Bear Valley community – the foundation is deeply rooted in our mountain community and committed to educating skiers and riders about both backcountry and on-hill safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Our goal this year is to raise $10,000<\/strong>, with 100% of proceeds<\/strong>\u00a0going directly to the foundation so they can continue this life-saving work. We\u2019ll be hosting a raffle featuring incredible prizes generously donated by local and regional sponsors.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Join us as we ride, remember, and give back.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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GROMS BIG DAY OUT: INTRO TO PARK – SKI & SNOWBOARD <\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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This is an introductory session open to skiers and riders looking to get their start in park riding! \u00a0Experienced park instructors will guide our young students through SMART Style (Terrain Park Safety<\/u><\/a>), and park progressions, beginning with our features located in Cub Park. \u00a0Flat maneuvers moving into air,\u00a0bump, jumps and boxes will be introduced in a welcoming setting, providing students with the confidence to grow their skills.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Participants must have the ability to load\/unload the chairlift independently and have intermediate skills on green and blue terrain. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Dates: <\/strong>Saturday February 28th and Saturday March 14th\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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$59 in person purchase at the lesson desk (sign ups still available at the lesson desk!) <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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