The Wild Side Of Squaw Valley

Billed as the "Loudest Show on Snow," 48STRAIGHT, an amalgam of the Jeep King of the Mountain series and The Ski Tour, is descending on Squaw Valley Feb. 8-11 for an extended weekend of on- and off-snow activities, including ski and snowboard cross racing and halfpipe competitions, live concerts, street parties, fashion shows, film festivals, and environmental expos. Shaun Palmer, Nate Holland, Seth Wescott, Daron Rahlves, Casey Puckett, Lindsey Jacobellis, Anik Demers-Wild, and Ophelie David are among the featured athletes. Pato Banton, Dinosaur Jr., and The Crystal Method are among the dozen or so music acts scheduled to perform Friday and Saturday nights. Check 48straight.com for details and pricing.