Heavenly heats up this spring with dozens of on-mountain activities and events while South Lake Tahoe entertainment venues host world class performers and more. See what's in store for Spring Loaded '08. Spring Loaded ’08 kicked off March 17 with the first of two sessions of the SouthShore Soldiers Ski and Snowboard Camp at High Roller Terrain Park where campers “ride with the pros, learn from the pros, and party with the pros,” followed by a mechanical bullriding event hosted at the private SouthShore Soldiers Lounge. But if you missed the beginning, there's still time to get in on some of the fun. JackPot Rail Jam The second of the JackPot Rail Jam series will be held March 29, with finals to be held on April 12. All the competitions take place at the base of World Cup. A live DJ, technical set-up and bleachers make this event exciting for both competitors and spectators. Tricks will be evaluated by judges and top competitors in four categories will receive cash and swag; there will also be a cash prize for best overall trick. Nightlife Harrah’s Lake Tahoe is bringing the music this spring with big-name shows. Queensryche will perform at the South Shore Room on March 29 at 7:30 p.m. The band has recently released a new album and will be performing hits from the past as well. Tickets are $37.50 and the show is restricted to individuals 21 and over. The Black Crowes will perform at the South Shore Room on April 25 at 7:30 p.m. tickets are $49 and available at www.harrahs.com. World Pond Skimming Championships of Tahoe Don't miss this hilarious event on March 30. Costumes are recommended and style is required as gutsy participants attempt to ski or snowboard across a pond of slushy, frigid water. The event will be held at the top of the Heavenly Gondola next to the Adventure Peak activities area, making it accessible to sightseers as well as skiers and riders. Gunbarrel 25 Hard-core mogul maniacs are invited to challenge freestyle superstar and South Lake Tahoe legend Glen Plake in the annual Gunbarrel 25 competition on April 5. This marathon mogul event dares entrants to complete 25 laps over 1,800 feet of vertical on Heavenly’s world-famous Gunbarrel run (that’s 45,000 vertical feet of moguls!). Winners for time and endurance from each of the five categories (top male, female, boy, girl and other) will be rewarded with a commemorative belt buckle and pin. The overall top finishers will get their names engraved on the Shotgun Trophy displayed in the Cal Bar. All entrants will receive an event T-shirt and an invitation to the post-event pasta feed in the Cal Bar at the California Lodge. Anyone who completes the 25 laps will receive a commemorative pin. Registration for the event is still available on-line at www.skiheavenly.com and is open to the first 125 entrants. • Words from the founder: “Spring is my favorite time of the year; the mountains are full of snow and the sun is high in the sky,” said Tahoe local and Heavenly Ski.E.O. Glen Plake. “Although the calendar may say it’s spring, ski season is far from over. Heavenly has plenty of things going on to take advantage of these great days ahead of us; ski you here!” Heavenly Angels After a month of nights out with the Heavenly Angels, live shows at the Cal Bar, parties at Cabo Wabo, and thousands of fish tacos at Riva Grill, Spring Loaded ’08 concludes April 12 with the JackPot Rail Jam finals; an invite-only event that will include the top competitors from the previous JackPot Rail Jam events. Don't forget the Deals • Spring Break on a Budget Take a spring ski trip you won't forget, without emptying out your bank accounts! Spend three nights at the Horizon Hotel & Casino and ski or ride two days at Heavenly, starting as low as $279 per person. Click here for more info. • The Spring Loaded Royal Flush Treat yourself to a spring ski trip, Nevada style! Spend three nights at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, ski or ride two days at Heavenly, and experience Spring Loaded, a month of non-stop parties, special events and spring skiing at Heavenly. Click here for more info. • Screaming Spring Break Deal With great conditions and events going on all over the mountain, Spring Loaded is one of the best times to visit Heavenly! With this incredible deal, you can stay at Harveys Hotel & Casino for five nights and ski or ride Heavenly for four days, for just $63 per person, per night. Click here for more info. • Heavenly's Spring BOGO has Arrived The always popular Spring BOGO is back, and with our fabulous conditions, has there ever been a better season to take advantage of this deal? Stay two nights and ski two days for the price of one. www.skiheavenly.com • Family Spring Break Package - Kids Ski Free Heavenly has made taking a family spring ski trip affordable! Get the fifth night lodging and fourth day of skiing for mom and dad for free, plus FREE skiing for kids 12 and younger. Click here for more info. Check out the video below to get tips from Heavenly instructors on how to survive the Gunbarrel 25