So after the some of theeee worst skiing or snowboarding conditions on 11/20/11 anyone can ask for, Tusks Bar at Main Lodge was where I spent most of the day.
I had more drinks at Tusks bar than I had runs on the slopes that weekend.
There's a fireplace, TV for sports, food is near by and most importantly a full bar.
If you're not on the mountain, you'll be at Tusks.
Major plus about being at Tusks is that you get to see everyone without their goggles and beanies on. Â
And when I say everyone, I mean the snow bunnies.
This place is cozy and crowded and lovely to relax at if you want to take a break or if you just want to snow bunny up and get wasted for the day by the fire... if you have a fat wallet.
Drinks are expensive, as one would assume.. $9 for a mediocre Bloody Mary (and they brag about them being good). I also tried the Peach Cobbler, an Irish Cocoa, and a Spiked Cider.. all for $9 and the Peach Cobbler was by far my favorite. Peach Schnapps, Vanilla Vodka, and cider served warm. Mmm, I want one now!
Even though I never made it off the couch, I heard that drinks at the Canyon lodge and at McCoy are much less expensive. Weird.
I know after a hard day on the slope its nice to stop in a bar and have a drink. You know what, this place is a complete waste of money. Its crowded and they will rape your wallet of all its green and then move to the plastic. The prices here would make Disneyland a bargain. Talk about taking advantage of your captive audience.
Review Source:Upstairs in the Main Lodge. Â Is great for Apres Ski, especially if there is a game on since there are TVs galore. Â Full bar and the bartenders are friendly. Â You can order there for apps or even bring in a tray from the meal area of the main lodge. Â
Gets REALLY crowded though - so much there are no seats and its standing room only. Â Difficult to hold a conversation.
If you're so cold that even your gooch is shivering, causing your icicle to clatter against your beheaded snowman, head on over to Tusks Bar and do the following:
Order one shot of Rumple Minze and a cup of hot cocoa.
Chug it down and keep your mouth closed or else you'll shoot fire through your teeth.
Take a couple gulps of hot cocoa as a chaser. Â Proceed to pound on your chest until it no longer feels like your lungs are being incinerated.
Get back on the slopes and try to avoid hitting trees or flying off cliffs while snowboarding.
Vow to never do that again.
Repeat the next day.
Tusks converted me, a non- believer, into a "HALLELUJAH AMEN" believer of the morning Bloody Mary.
Bailey's and coffee is a subtle way of easing into the mood for a day out on the slopes. A Â Bloody Mary however, especially one made by John, is a shock to the blood stream and an immediate adrenaline rush. One of those babies flushes your cheeks even before stepping out onto the snow!
John, the handsome bartender, knew how important our morning ritual had become, and several times accomodated us with our a.m. dosage, even before the bar had officially opened. Â
Approaching the chairlift with a confident swagger, flushed cheeks, a warm belly and loose muscles is all you need to set the tone for a killer day on the mountain.
Tusks is located upstairs in the main lodge and during high season has live bands playing in the afternoon well into the night. They have a full bar and serve appetizers. The staff is friendly and they let you bring in food from the main dining area. They have great views of the skiers/snowboarders coming down the mountain. They also have outdoor seating, but the fireplace inside is cozy.
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