Better Late Than Never, So They Say

Windham, NY - It may be late February, but Mother Nature is all about Winter. A series of weather systems are going to bless Windham Mountain with snow every day this week, and may dump THREE FEET of white powder by Saturday - this could be our biggest single storm snowfall since 2007! We've already gotten 5"-6" and it just keeps coming! If you love fresh snow like we do, plan a trip to Windham Mountain and the Catskills for super midwinter conditions. We'll update you later this week on conditions for the weekend, but right now all we see is SNOW in the forecast.
Windham Mountain Info

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.
Mont Sutton Info

Big Powder at Taos!

Epic Conditions at Crested Butte

Crested Butte, CO - A huge storm moved into the West Elks over the weekend dropping 28” of new snow on Crested Butte. Combined with today’s bluebird skies, the latest snowfall made for epic conditions and huge grins around the resort. It's been an incredible week, with 10 inches falling in the last 48 hours and 28 inches falling in the last seven days.

Aside from pleasing locals and guests, the conditions were timed exquisitely for competitors in The 30th Annual Prater Cup and the 19th Annual Subaru Extreme Freeskiing Championships. The Subaru Freeskiing Extremes lived up to the hype again this year with the mounting snowfall pushing the event into day 4 while Crested Butte Ski Patrol worked to provide safe conditions. Local superstar Caleb Mullen nabbed a third place finish in the men’s category, just behind top finishers Griffin Post and Cliff Bennett. Vail local Claudia Bouvier stomped her way down a beautiful pillow line, known as Hand Rail, for a first place finish among the women.

The two hundred 11 and 12 year old speed racers in The Prater Cup rose to the challenge of the heavy snow as they mixed up their home teams and regrouped based on performance level. The kids learn to cheer on their new teammates for the weekend in the Super G, Slalom and GS while vying for a chance to qualify for the J4 Rocky Mountain Championships.
Crested Butte Info

6" of Powder at Powderhorn

Taos is First Stop for Big Mountain Battle Series

Taos, NM - Taos is getting set to first stop on Helly Hansen’s popular Big Mountain Battle series. The Taos race will take place Feb. 6, before the tour continues at various stops around the country. This is the first year Taos Ski Valley will be included in the celebrated event.
The Big Mountain Battle races challenge two-person teams to intense, three-hour long big mountain courses. At Taos Ski Valley’s race skiers and snowboarders will trek all over the famed mountain resort, hiking up challenging climbs and searching for hidden checkpoints in the woods. First place finishers will win an all-expenses paid trip to Aspen/Snowmass where they’ll represent their Taos Ski Valley in the final Battle in the Bowls on Mar. 28.
The top three teams will be awarded prizes from Helly Hansen, Thule, Powder, Dakine, GoPro Cameras and Smith Optics. Competitors can also win other categories, including Fastest Hike, Most Vertical, Most Runs and Most Lift Rides.

“Last year’s Big Mountain Battle Series was a huge success,” said Marshall Rutman, Helly Hansen’s North American Marketing Manager. “It’s a truly unique event that will challenge skiers and snowboarders of all levels. I’m excited to have Taos added to the schedule and look forward to even further expansion in 2011.”
Taos Info

Nakiska with Best New Year Snow and Olympic Spirit Revival

Kananaskis, AB - Nakiska Ski Resort is in the top snowfalls for the last 48hrs in the Alberta Rockies with 11cm's of fresh snow. With tonnes of early season snowfall and the largest snowmaking system in Alberta, the new natural snow amps up the already superb skiing and snowboarding conditions at Nakiska Ski Resort.

The New Year snow creates an excitement around the resort that Nakiska will carry through with a welcoming of the Olympic Torch Relay on Wednesday Jan 20th. There is no other ski resort in Canada that shares the Olympic Spirit like Nakiska Ski Resort, host of the 1988 Olympic downhill events and official National Training Centre of Alpine Canada Alpin.
Nakiska Ski Resort is proud to be part of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. Our spirit is infectious, so come share your support on Jan 20th and wear your Red Mittens, Red Hats or anything you have that is RED to share the spirit of the Games. We want a SEA of RED to support our Canadian Athletes as they compete against the best in the world at the 2010 Olympic Games.
Be part of this special event by re-igniting the spirit of the flame at Nakiska Ski Resort and sharing the goodwill of 1988 Olympic legacy! Nakiska Ski Resort is proud to be the official site of the Canadian National Alpine Championships as we continue to do all we can to support Canadian athletes to be the very best they can be. National Team Olympic Training Camps will be taking place at Nakiska from February 1-20, 2010.
Nakiska Resort Info

Big Snow hits Jackson Hole

Teton Village, WY - With over 19 inches of snow since Wednesday morning, Jackson Hole is ringing in the new decade with big vertical and deep powder. A huge Rocky mountain storm is forecast to hit the Tetons over the weekend, bringing one to two feet of new snow, heavy at times.

Home to the largest continuous vertical in the country, open access to the endless Teton backcountry, and an Aerial Tram to whisk you over 4,100 feet in under 9 minutes — no other mountain even comes close.

Fly Free to Jackson Hole
Announced earlier this week, the incredible ‘Buy 2 Get 2’ airline offer valid from any departure city in the country, on any airline, has been extended till January 15th*. With half price on airline tickets for a group of 4 people, lift ticket and lodging packages starting at $81/night—January in Jackson offers the combination of best value, smallest crowds, and biggest snow.
Jackson Hole Info

January Snow Escapes, Kids Ski & Ride Free Weekends and Nordic Getaways at Waterville Valley

Waterville Valley, NH - Waterville Valley kicks off 2010 with a variety of January ski and stay deals including three Ring in 2010 with Kids Ski Free Weekends, January Midweek Snow Escapes, and Nordic Ski Getaways. Packages include access to the White Mountain Athletic Club, skating at the indoor Waterville Valley ice arena and use of the resort shuttle bus. Best of all, to maximize Sunday ski time, book any of these 09/10 Ski & Stay Deals at a participating lodge and check out as late as 3 pm on Sundays.
Waterville Valley Info

Diamond Peak / Hyatt Regency Poker Run

Incline Village, NV- Diamond Peak and Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe are hosting the second annual poker run on January 3, 2010. The event is from 10:00am- 12:00pm. Registration is at the Diamond Peak base lodge at 9:00 am and the entry fee is $10, which includes a T-shirt. There are five dealers at different locations on the mountain with a deck of cards. Each participant is given a game card with clues on where to find the dealers. Participants will ski or snowboard around until they find all the dealers. After their poker hand is completed they return it to the base lodge. The award ceremony will be on the outside deck where the top five hands will win prizes. Diamond Peak will also offer live music by Under the Radar.
Diamond Peak Info

Santa Claus Rides for Free at Camelback Mountain Resort on Christmas Eve

Tannersville, PA - Santa Takes a Break Before Big Night

Camelback Mountain Resort will celebrate the season with its annual Skiing Santa’s Day on Thursday, December 24. All skiers and snowboarders dressed as seasonal characters will be eligible for a free lift ticket for the day. “Being out on the slopes and seeing Santa and the characters is great,” said Charles Blier, general manager. He continued, “It brings the holiday spirit to the resort.”

To receive your all day pass please report to Guest Services before 10am on Christmas Eve Day fully dressed as Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, an elf or reindeer. A group photo will be taken at 11am.

Camelback Info

Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole

Teton Village, WY - For the second year running, skiers and snowboarders from across the country waited to ride the new Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole with plenty of anticipation. And those in line were not disappointed. You could hear the “ahhs” as 100 pairs of eyes were transported from the base to the summit breaking through a cloud layer that revealed their reward, blue skies and huge snow covered peaks.


The Aerial Tram and all the remaining major lifts, groomed runs and halfpipe at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort were opened today, expanding skiable terrain at the Resort to 4,139 vertical feet. On-mountain dining facilities and other resort services were all fully operational in time for the busy holiday season.

Jackson Hole Info

Welch Village Ski & Snowboard Resort Breaks Snowmaking Record

Welch, MN - Welch Village Ski & Snowboard Resort had converted over 40 million gallons of water from the Cannon River into manufactured snow, covering 160 acres of slopes with adequate snow base for the entire ski and snowboard season ahead. Snowmaking began on December 3rd as ambient temperatures dropped below 32 degrees and river water temperatures attained less than 40 degrees F. Production rates of snow during the past two weeks averaged over 100,000 cubic feet per hour, providing up to four feet of snow base to virtually every slope at the resort, a new record.

A major change in weather patterns occurred the first week in December, from a near record warm November, to more normal temperatures by December 10th. Snowmaking has continued 24/7 for over two weeks, enabling snow production at a record pace, utilizing the more then 150 snow guns at the resort.

Beginning December 26th virtually all the slopes including those in the Back Bowl will be open for the season. This includes a new tree run added to the Back Bowl off the new chairlift installed last year. In addition to the manufactured snow, the resort has received over 12 inches of snow from nature, adding to the base and the ski and snowboard experience.

Welch Village Resort Info

Timberline Ski Resort's Winterfest Celebration

Davis, WV - The ski slopes and the ski lodge at Timberline Four Seasons Resort will be alive with activity during the resort’s annual Winterfest celebration, December 26 – January 3rd. The traditional protracted holiday celebration begins the day after Christmas and extends through the New Year’s weekend. In addition to the many family holiday celebrations being held throughout the villages of Timberline, the ski lodge will be alive with activity and service food, beverage and providing entertainment from 6 am until closing at 2 am.

Visitors can choose to ski any of the variety of ski trails. Timberline is noted for spectrum of trails including one-third beginner, one-third intermediate and one-third difficult. Families may enroll children in the well recognized children, ski program, available every day during Winterfest. Food service is available daily at 6 am in the Timberhaus cafeteria and 11- 2 am in the Fireside Grill and Timbers Pub, all within the ski lodge. During the Winter Fest there will be almost around the clock activities in the lodge and live entertainment every night from December 26 through January 2: December 26- DJ Dub, December 27 and 28- J.B. Tenney, December 29-30- Karaoke with Cin, December 31- New Years Gala Champagne Celebration with the Bush Monkeys Band, January 1- DJ Dub and January 2- Karaoke with Cin.

Timberline Four Seasons Resort Info

New Snow Opens More Terrain for the Holidays!

Loveland, CO - After a foot of fresh snow this week not only are the conditions great, but Loveland Ski Area will be able to open more terrain as well! Over 10" fell on Sunday night giving us what we needed to open most of the runs off Chair 6 as well as Firecut off Chair 2. There is still plenty of more terrain to open, so keep thinking snow!

Skiing Santa Visits Loveland!
There is nothing Santa likes more than skiing (other then Christmas of course!) and this Christmas he visits his favorite ski area, Loveland! Keep your eyes peeled this holiday season for the Skiing Santa. He'll be cruising around the mountain with goodies for everyone and great photo opportunities.

Loveland Ski Area Info

Lots of Snow at Kimberley Alpine Resort and Ready to Celebrate Community

Kimberley, British Columbia - Kimberley Alpine Resort is ready to open for the season on Friday December 18. With over 30cm of fresh snow in the past week and more snow on the way, in addition to pleasant temperatures, skiing and snowboarding should be amazing this opening weekend! On Friday December 18, North Star Express Quad, Owl Magic Carpet, and Easter Triple Chair will be operating with more than 80% of the mountain open! The Tamarack Chair will commence operation on Saturday December 19 with more terrain and runs opening daily.

In the spirit of celebrating the start of a new ski season, Kimberley Alpine Resort will say "Thank-you" to local communities with a special Community Appreciation Day celebration on Sunday December 20th. Local residents of Kimberley, Marysville, Wasa, TaTa Creek, Wycliffe, and Cranbrook are invited to join in the skiing and snowboarding fun with complimentary lift access for the day. Tied into the celebration of community, Kimberley Alpine Resort will host a charity BBQ selling $2 burgers to locals from 11:00am to 2:30pm with proceeds going to the Kimberley Food Bank. Please note that photo ID and proof of local residency are required in order to receive a complimentary lift ticket for December 20th and to participate in the charity lunch.

With Christmas fast approaching, get the best value and a great stocking stuffer with the SKI MORE CARD - offers 3 FREE days and Daily Discounts for only $69.95 + GST. Hurry! Sale ENDS Dec 26, 2009!!!

Kimberley Alpine Resort Info

Homewood Mountain Resort to Open Friday, December 18

Homewood, CA - All Terrain and Chair Lifts Scheduled for Opening Day

West Shore Lake Tahoe’s Homewood Mountain Resort will open to skiers and snowboarders Friday, December 18. Due to this month’s banner snow storms (five-plus feet of snowfall thus far), all chair lifts and 100 percent of Homewood’s terrain will be available on opening day.

Recent cold temperatures have been advantageous for snowmaking as well. “The mountain has had great success with making snow this December,” said Kent Hoopingarner, general manager at Homewood Mountain Resort. “Snowmaking efforts, combined with natural snow accumulation, have given the mountain incredible conditions for opening day and beyond,” he added.

Homewood Mountain Resort Info

Good News at Timberline Four Seasons Resort

Timberline snow guns are wide open, blowing huge amounts of snow!

Snowmaking now on: White Lightning,Salamander, Flag Spruce, Ceiling, Upper Dew Drop, Top of the Wall, White Out, Timberline, Winterset Spur

Enjoy tons of great terrain for the Holidays!

Timberline Info

Open Trail Count Jumps for the Weekend at Windham Mountain

The outlook for this weekend is for skiing and riding on 175 acres (66% of the total) on over 12 miles of slopes and trails. Windham is planning to up to have 27 trails and ALL LIFTS in operations this weekend. Please stay up to date on the progress by checking the website. Windham is very confident that they will have all of the major trails and slopes open before the beginning of the Christmas holiday.

Sun Valley Ready to Debut New Terrain Park, 18-Foot Superpipe

Brian Callahan named new Terrain Park Manager

This season Sun Valley Resort has come together with Snow Park Technologies to construct a world class Terrain Park on Dollar Mountain.
With a whole new jump line located in Old Bowl on Dollar Mountain along with 12 brand new rails, boxes and jibs, it is sure to become a Number One contender, according to Sun Valley’s new Terrain Park Manager Brian Callahan.
Callahan comes to Sun Valley from Breckenridge, CO and has worked at terrain parks for the past eight years. He also has skied professionally for 15 years and was on the Pro Mogul Tour.
“Sun Valley is going quite legit with its partnership with SPT. My goal is to take Sun Valley to the top in three years,” Callahan said.



He is partnered with Peter Columbo, Sun Valley Resort’s new terrain park builder. Columbo was most recently at Mammoth Mountain. His team will consist of four terrain park builders using three dedicated snow cats to build and maintain the park. They also will build a Progression Park on Half Dollar which will include features the entire family can enjoy.
Sun Valley’s Half Pipe on Baldy’s Warm Springs also gets a makeover. SPT has built a “perfect” world class 18-foot Super Pipe which will be cut nightly to ensure highest quality, according to Callahan.
Sun Valley’s new Terrain Park, the Progression Park and the Super Pipe will all open this Saturday, December 19, 2009.

Sun Valley Resort Info