Family Fun WARNING During Spring Break at Mont SUTTON!

Sutton, PQ - Exceptional snow conditions, unique moments spent with the family, diversified program of activities, casual après-skis, indelible memories to bring back home… All of this will be enjoyable at Mont SUTTON during the spring break, from February 28th to March 6th.
Spring Break at the SUTTON Snow School
With the SUTTON Snow School “ski week” program, skiers and snowboarders of all ages will rediscover how school is fun during spring break! Offered from Monday to Thursday, this program includes 14 hours of group lessons, a welcome cocktail, entertainment, friendly race and awards presentation.

Beyond skiing at Mont SUTTON…

Sutton, PQ - In addition of having fun all winter long at Mont SUTTON on the trails and into the glades, skiers and snowboarders can enjoy several activities, beyond skiing.

Recommendations of restaurants to be discovered, spas of the area for a complete relaxation after a day of skiing, good places to go in Sutton for the après-ski, vacation packages… To find a range of information in one click, there is a new section “Après-SUTTON equals après-ski” available at MontSutton.com.

10 to 100% rebate at Owl’s Head, Mont SUTTON and Burke Mountain

Sutton, PQ - Again this year, Owl’s Head and Mont SUTTON have joined together to offer rebates on their lift tickets with the return of the Carte Blanche. For the 2010-2011 season, Burke Mountain, a Vermont based ski center, have joined the two resorts in the Eastern Townships.

The carte Blanche allows the customer to choose the participating center they want and save each visit on the regularly priced ticket for the complete day for an adult or student. The very first time you use the card, you save 10% followed by increasing rebates for each subsequent visit by using the card. You can save up to 40% and after each 4th visit, your 5th visit is FREE again at the center of your choice. In total the Carte Blanche offers up to 15 visits of rebated skiing and riding.

Mont SUTTON’s opening : Friday, December 10th

Sutton, PQ - Skiers and snowboarders will start the 2010-2011 season at Mont SUTTON this Friday, December 10th, and this, with great snowy conditions.

An early season rate will be available: $30 for adults (18-64 years old) and $20 for all other categories. This rate will be available until the anniversary day at $5 on December 17th, when Mont SUTTON will celebrate its 50th birthday.

Children aged five and under always ski for free at Mont SUTTON.

Activities during the first opened weekend
In addition to enjoy the first opened weekend of the season at Mont SUTTON, skiers and snowboarders will have the chance to take part to the first activities of the season on Saturday December 11th:

Rider’s Reunion with the Adrenaline team: a special module will be installed at the foot of the trails, close to the main chalet, entertainment, prizes and surprises.
First party of the season at the Bar Le Tucker : the bar will be opened from 2 p.m. and the party will start at 4 p.m. Among the prizes to win, there will be 2 VIP zone passes for 2 people for the show of Les Trois Accords, on December 18th in the occasion of the Mont SUTTON’s great 50-candle celebration.

Not to be missed : Mont SUTTON’s great 50-candle celebration
Mont SUTTON will celebrate its 50th birthday on December 17th, 18th and 19th. In addition to the multitude of activities organized all weekend long, as the anniversary day at $5 on December 17th, the tapas and show evening at the Bar Le Tucker, the torchlight descent, the commemorative dinner… there will be a free outdoor show of the group Les Trois Accords on Saturday evening, which will be followed by fireworks and a party with a DJ at the Bar Le Tucker.

A Great Celebration at Mont SUTTON : 50 Candles, 50 Years of Passion and Trois Accords!

Sutton, PQ - Mont SUTTON will celebrate its 50th anniversary on December 17th and the festivities will continue all weekend long, on December 18th and 19th. This great 50-candle celebration of Mont SUTTON will conclude all in beauty this 50th season that just passed, in addition to celebrate passion of skiing since 1960.

In this special occasion, the music band Les Trois Accords will offer a free outdoor show on Saturday evening, followed by fireworks. Mont SUTTON invites all winter sports passionate to take part to the party during this unique weekend!

Mont SUTTON’s improvements for the 2010-2011 ski season

Sutton, PQ - For the 2010-2011 season, Mont SUTTON has improved in several departments of the station.
New “Petits Wapitis Learning Park”
Winter sport beginners of all ages will develop their skills in the brand new “Petits Wapitis Learning Park”. This new park is located in the Family zone on the “Cendrillon” trail and was inspired by Western Canada. It suggests a trip to Banff: Far West, the Rockies, wild animals… The objective of the learning park is to make learning fun, dynamic and interactive.

The SUTTON Snow School will use this new learning park to teach beginners different technical skills, whether skiing or snowboarding. The learning park will also be accessible to all those who want to improve their skills, with or without a Snow School lesson.

New programs at the SUTTON Snow School
An All-terrain Club has been added to the weekend programs
The SUTTON Snow School now offers an All-terrain Club for skiers and snowboarders as a weekend program. The name of this program says it all; throughout this program, skiers and snowboarders will develop their skills through race course, moguls, glades and snow park. A great program for everyone who loves SUTTON and its diversity!

Still Three Colorful Weekends at Mont SUTTON’s Fall Festival

Sutton, PQ - Mont SUTTON’s fall festival is ongoing every weekend and this until October 17th. Colors are at the rendez-vous, as well as many outdoor and nature lovers. The best of the Mont SUTTON’s fall festival awaits you! With three more weekends of activities and workshops, including several new ones this year, you will understand the meaning of words like nature, colors, fun, physical exercise and relaxation.

In addition to the multitude of activities that take place each weekend, one will also enjoy the popular chairlift ride, workshops for kids, BBQ with some local produce and music at the foot of the mountain.

Fall colors have arrived at Mont SUTTON!

Sutton, PQ - With an opening weekend of activities that took place under the sun and especially with the arrival of fall colors, the kickoff has actually been given for the Mont SUTTON’s fall festival! The celebrations will continue every weekend until October 17th for the pleasure of all outdoor and nature lovers. With a diversified program, which includes several new activities this year, Mont SUTTON comes first in mind for a fall destination.

Sutton : A Mountain and Area Rich in Activities during Summer

Sutton, PQ - There is so much to do during the summer in Sutton! The 100% nature escapade takes all its sense at less than 30 minutes from the highway 10. Already, the road heading to the destination submerge us rapidly into a natural environment, full of richness. Not to mention the ambiance felt when you arrive in Sutton, where the nature and the community welcome the visitors. Multiple choices of activities and adventures await each outdoor passionate during the upcoming weeks in Sutton.

Sportive, Cultural and Family Events at Mont SUTTON
-XTRAIL Asics : A sportive gathering not to be missed!
On May 29th, walkers and runners are invited to the exceptional XTRAIL Asics challenge. This race, which will take place into the great trails of the Parc d’environnement naturel de Sutton (PENS), is for all levels and ages of walkers and runners. A category for the 6-14 years old is also available! Spectators are very welcome to encourage the participants!
-A cultural event for the Swiss National Day on July 31st
For a 34th edition, the Federation of Swiss Societies in Eastern Canada organizes a great celebration at Mont SUTTON’s main chalet. This special day is the perfect opportunity to find out more about this culture; the Swiss National Day celebration at Mont SUTTON is the most important one after the one taking place in Switzerland. Activities and shows are scheduled all day long on July 31st and will continue till late at night, rain or shine! Come to discover this rich Swiss community : music, food, traditional costumes and even more. This day will be unforgettable for all the family.

End of the Ski Season : Mont SUTTON Gives Way to the Summer

Sutton, PQ - Mont SUTTON’s 50th ski season ended on April 7th. It has been an historic season, filled with a multitude of events, of festivities, of emotions, of constant precipitations throughout the winter giving us, once again, splendid ski conditions and, all this, in the warm atmosphere that makes SUTTON’s notoriety.

The Snow on the Beach, which was scheduled on April 10th, will be postponed to next season since the ski season is over.

One thing is sure; the ski and snowboard fanatics have been spoiled by Mother Nature during all the season and the Easter long weekend! They have been able to make the most of exceptional spring skiing conditions under the sun to finish the ski season beautifully!

Spring Skiing at Its Best at Mont SUTTON During the Easter Weekend

Sutton, PQ - Spring skiing is definitely at its peak at Mont SUTTON! It’s time or never to enjoy it during the long Easter weekend!

In addition to the several spring deals available at MontSutton.com until the end of the season, activities are on the program during the coming days. Among others : the Réal’s Challenge this Saturday April 3rd with ski until the sunset and activities for the whole family on Easter Sunday! Not mentioning the Snow on the Beach next April 10th. A show not to be missed!

It is NOW time to have fun on the Mont SUTTON’s trails and to enjoy the awesome conditions, the festive atmosphere everywhere at the mountain, and of course, the terrace of the Bar Le Tucker.

The Spring Skiing Ecstasy at Mont SUTTON

Sutton, PQ - The Easter weekend will certainly be the ideal moment to enjoy spring skiing at Mont SUTTON. The sunny forecasts and the warm weather will definitely give to Mont SUTTON a great and festive spring atmosphere!

With still plenty of snow on the trails, the BBQ at the foot of the hill, the smell of the sunscreen, the people sunbathing on the terrace of the Bar Le Tucker, the racoon eyes, the happy smiles of skiers and snowboarders who are enjoying the Mont SUTTON’s great spring conditions slope after slope… the passionate will have so much fun and take advantage of the spring promotions until the last day of the season, on Sunday April 11th. Details at montsutton.com.

Until the end of the season, winter sports lovers will be able to ski until the sunset on Saturday April 3rd during the Réal’s Challenge. Not forgetting Easter Sunday at the mountain, where several activities and surprises are organized for the whole family! Last event of the season : the much awaited Snow on the Beach on April 10th.

The Réal’s Challenge this Saturday April 3rd
The Réal’s Challenge, thought by the visionary of Mont SUTTON, Real Boulanger, is to make sure the mountain, which usually closes at 4p.m., doesn't close before sunset on that day. In fact, for the event, the chairlift II will stay in operation as long as there is at least two people every two chairs. Therefore, the closing time will depend only on the skiers and snowboarders determination or on the sun! A gathering event for skiers that livens up the mountain and even the terrace of the Bar Le Tucker.

World Snowscoot Championships at Mont SUTTON

Sutton, PQ - On March 26th, 27th and 28th,, action and adrenaline will be on hand at Mont SUTTON’s trails during the World Snowscoot Championships, a sport that certainly turn heads on the slopes. During three days, more than 80 athletes from Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Slovakia, France, USA and of course Canada - about 20 riders from Quebec from the Canadian snowscooter Team – will compete in this much awaited event. This competition will certainly offer to the spectators a range of emotions!

Quebec athletes to watch:
- Christian Martin, 3rd in Freestyle at the World Championships 2008 - Maxime Godin, 4th at the World Championships 2008
- Vincent Brault, 5th at the World Championships 2008, best Quebecker in the Scooter-X and excellent multidisciplinary athlete
- Nicolas Clément, excellent multidisciplinary athlete
- Isabelle Plante, 2nd in Dual Slalom at the European Championships 2004
- Caroline Morency, who is more competitive season after season

Winter Testimony All in Photos!

Sutton, PQ - We are enjoying a beautiful Winter with lots of snow at Mont SUTTON! This ski station located in the heart of the Eastern Townships, about 1 hour 15 minutes from Montreal, has received new centimetres of snow every week since the beginning of the season. The result? The conditions are exceptional, and this is because of the microclimate that is found in this area and gives to Mont SUTTON such generous snow fall.
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Activities at Mont SUTTON Every Day During the School Break

Sutton, PQ - School break will soon be with us and there is no better place to spend it this year than at Mont SUTTON. Lots of special activities, lots of snow and lots of great deals is a mix which will please everyone. A wonderful opportunity to combine fresh air, relaxation and entertaining après-ski!
There has been fresh snow every single week of the season at Mont SUTTON and there is plenty more to come making Mont SUTTON a skiers’ and boarders’ paradise with trails and glades for all levels. There are four warm and welcoming chalets (including 3 with a fireplace and 2 up on the mountain), the Bar Le Tucker and its Carlsberg Lounge for après-ski fun, the “Ski Week” camp at the SUTTON Snow School plus amazing value “Ski-Sleep-Ski” weekday packages starting at just $75 per person. All this along with a charming village and many other winter activities in the area.
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For a Successful Spring Break

Sutton, PQ - Spring break is approaching fast and what rhymes with “break” rhymes with “vacation and fun with family in the Winter”. The best way to insure a successful family Spring break is probably to learn about the destination chosen before going there. In this sense of ideas, Mont SUTTON presents on its website a list of tips to help visitors discover the facilities and services even before having set foot.

The Ambassador Guides Service
This free service allows all skiers and snowboarders who want to learn about the numerous downhill possibilities at Mont SUTTON. Ideal to find your bearings at the mountain, to explore the trails and glades and enjoy the diversity offered by Mont SUTTON.

The Snow School Programs
For those who want to be introduced to a winter sport during the Spring break may opt for a SUTTON Snow School’s initiation program : Iniski, Inisurf and Initelemark. These advantageous programs include the lesson, the equipment and the lift ticket for the day.
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Recording of a Lip Dub at Mont SUTTON

Sutton, PQ - On Saturday, January 30th, skiers and snowboarders will hit the Mont SUTTON’s trails while singing, because a lip dub will be recorded on the song “Celebration” for the 50th season of the mountain, with the collaboration of CKOI and Publici-Terre.
Everyone who wants to participate to the lip dub is invited to the CKOI stand at 8:30 a.m., close to the main chalet. Welcome to everyone, and of course with all the family!

What is a Lip Dub?
It is a new phenomenon on the Web, that is just getting more popular. A lip dub is a video recorded in only 1 sequence, during which all the extras are doing a lip-sync on a specific song. The only editing that requires a lip dub is adding the original soundtrack on the video and to synchronize the lip-sync. Then, the lip dub is webcasted.

A Weekend Not to Be Missed at Mont SUTTON!

Sutton, PQ - Celebrations and festivities for the Mont SUTTON’s 50th season continue on January 23rd and 24th with a weekend full of entertainment. Several activities for everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, are scheduled to gather together and to have fun outside while enjoying the great fresh air! On the program: activities and promotions for the National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Week, races for the fun of the whole family at the “BMW Thrill on the Hill” and tastings of local produces at the “Spot light on ice wine” event.
“Spotlight on Ice Wine”
In addition to the gourmet meals with wine experts who will delighfully combine food and wines at Auberge des Appalaches in Sutton, at École d’hôtellerie in Cowansville and at Auberge and Spa West Brome for the “Spot light on ice wine” event on January 23rd and January 30th, other activities are scheduled at Mont SUTTON this coming Saturday.
On specific days, winter enthusiasts can discover the many pleasures of the ice wine at the mountain. On the menu: chocolate truffles in all restaurants of the four mountain chalets, ice wine tea at the “Bar Le Tucker” and, from 1 p.m. to 3p.m. the vineyard L'Orpailleur will be at chalet Alt. 680m to have you discover their ice wine.
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50 Reasons and More Not to Miss the 50th Season of Mont SUTTON

Sutton, PQ - The 2009-2010 season of the Mont SUTTON will be one of celebrations with people loving this mountain and celebrating 50 seasons of skiing passion at Mont SUTTON. From the beginning of the season until the ultimate celebration on December 17th, 2010, Mont SUTTON has scheduled a range of special events, promotions and special attentions all with the theme “50” : a day of 50 gifts at the mountain, a Rallye “all 50”, 50 % discount every last Wednesday of each month on presentation of the printable online voucher… All of this to celebrate these 50 seasons of passion! A lot of emotions and loads of fun are on the agenda!

Take Part to the Party!
Since the beginning of the 50th season, Mont SUTTON has organized, on specific days, special activities and surprises for the customers with more to come. In addition to the regular activities scheduled on the calendar, as per the coming Senior’s week for $25 from January 18th to 22nd, many activities and promotions “all 50” are on the calendar.
Promotions of the 50th Season
In order to carry on with the theme of the 50th season, Mont SUTTON has also several unique promotions for the snow sports lovers, who want to share moments full of festivities. Among others, 50 lucky parked cars in one of the Mont SUTTON's parking lots will receive a "Mont SUTTON license plate" on January 16th. Also on the program : every last Wednesday of each month of the 50th season, skiers and snowboarders will get 50% off their lift ticket on presentation of a coupon available at montsutton.com, a surprise will be given for the 50th day of the 50th season, “Tuesday’s 2nd beer for 50 cents at the Bar Le Tucker during the month of February, a free après-ski at Spa Bolton.
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Sport, Fresh Air and Learning: A Matchless Combination!

Sutton, PQ - Is there something healthier than learning while exercising outdoors? The Mont SUTTON’s Snow School offers new programs this season from the youngest to the oldest of all levels. For example: new features on the weekend programs, the lessons for adults only and the introduction packages. Lots of active outdoor fun and learning for everyone! Find all the details at the SUTTON Snow School at MontSutton.com/school.


The SUTTON Snow School’s weekend programs last 8 Saturdays or Sundays. A different thematic is scheduled every week for the Little Scouts Club and for the Explorers Club. The SUTTON Snow School starts its programs on January 9th for the Saturday’s lesson and on January 10th for the Sunday’s lesson.
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