May, is generally the time that ski resorts begin to let down their hair. Besides freak storms, the really good turns have all been had, and the often stressful energy to get fresh tracks, go biggest, be raddest, has subsided. The sun is out, the beer flows, and everyone relives the best stories from a winter freshly removed.

There's always one last hoorah though, before the skis and boards are traded for bikes, kayaks and climbing gear. A pond crossing. One of the most famous happens at Squaw Valley, the Lake Cushing Crossing. If you can make it to this one, do it! If not, try and find a pond crossing near you. The vibe is amazing, and the contestants are always hilarious.

19th Annual Lake Cushing Crossing - May 3
This annual Squaw Valley spring tradition is Lake Tahoe's original "pond crossing" event and a must-see (or must do)! Jonny Moseley will be acting as your emcee so come to the base of KT-22 and grab your spot around the pond and enjoy the wacky costumes and crazy crossings. The event starts at 2pm, registration (limited to the first 50 entrants) begins at noon on the KT-22 Sundeck.

Please note that this event may be postponed due to bad weather.

Registration: noon on the KT-22 Sundeck. Entry fee is $15 per category (Mens and Womens Ski, Snowboard and Open categories)

Rules: Helmets and personal flotation devices are mandatory. All registrants must be over 18 and must sign a liability release. Crossing devices must be controllable and any tandem entries must be secured to the same crossing device (ie. you cannot ski or board separately but can be bound to the same crossing device).

Contestants are judged on creativity and crossing.

Overall Winner: Silver Season Pass

Remaining Category Winners: $100