January Ends on a Huge Note

Teton Village, WY - Winter unleashed its full force on the Tetons, plastering Jackson Hole with 62” of snow since Tuesday January 19th. Mountain conditions are at all time highs, from over the head powder on the Hobacks to fresh groomed corduroy on Sundance and Gros Ventre. The hollering of skiers leaving trenches behind them down Rendezvous Bowl was audible across the hill.
100% Open
On the heels of Casper Bowl and the Crags yesterday, Saratoga Bowl opened today. Kodak-worthy powder blanketed this legendary terrain making landings softer than the proverbial feather bed—easily topping the list of best all time runs for any skier.

Best of all—another storm is scheduled to touch down this weekend—and with the current base coverage conditions are likely to be top tier once again. As of yesterday, Jackson Hole had received 239 inches of snow--more than any other major resort in the Rockies, except for neighboring Grand Targhee, which has received 249 inches.
Jackson Hole Info

Sun Valley to Celebrate NSAA 'National Safety Week'

Sun Valley, ID - What is Smartstyle? Do you know “Your Responsibility Code?”
What is the most important “Get Smart” tip for Freestyle Terrain Park riders?

Skiers and riders will all be challenged by these questions and rewarded with answers and free prizes January 16-22, 2010 when Sun Valley celebrates the National Ski Area’s Association “National Safety Week.”
A heads-up, fun approach will be taken to heighten the awareness of slope safety in Sun Valley – on Baldy, at the new Super Pipe, in Dollar Mountain’s new Terrain Park and throughout both mountains.
And, the Smartstyle message will go off-mountain and into the classroom when the Sun Valley Ski Patrol, avalanche dogs and Terrain Park personnel meet students at Hemingway and Hailey Elementary schools. Third, fourth and fifth graders at Hemingway will be visited Tuesday, January 19 and the same grades at Hailey Elementary School will host the Sun Valley Mountain Dept. staff Wednesday, January 20, 2010.
Because Sun Valley Resort takes the safety and well being of its guests very seriously, skiers and riders on Dollar and Baldy will be invited to participate in a variety of safety oriented activities throughout “National Safety Week.”
Sun Valley 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

Ruby Hill Rail Yard in Denver Opens

Winter Park Resort, Denver Parks and Recreation and Christy Sports Team Up To Bring Winter Sports To City Of Denver Free Of Charge


Denver, CO - Winter Park Resort announces the earliest recorded opening day of Ruby Hill Rail Yard, Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 12 p.m. Ruby Hill Rail Yard is a free urban terrain park for skiers and snowboarders, located at the intersection of Platte River Drive and Jewell Avenue in Denver.
“With Ruby Hill we’re able to bring the mountains to the metro area, to the backyards of city dwellers that may not otherwise have the chance to experience rails on a regular basis,” said Bob Holme, terrain park and youth marketing manager at Winter Park Resort. “Plus, this is a great way to give back to a community that has supported Winter Park Resort for the past 70 years.”

This is the earliest opening for Ruby Hill since its inception in 2006. The rail yard will be open through the end of February, weather permitting. To prepare the park, snowmaking equipment has pumped more than an acre of snow and a snowcat, on loan from Winter Park Resort, is putting the final grooming touches on the terrain park.
Ruby Hill is a result of the partnership between Denver Parks and Recreation, Christy Sports and Winter Park Resort. Winter Park provides the rails, terrain park design and staff; Chirsty Sports provides free rental equipment; and Denver Parks and Recreation provides youth programs. Thirty volunteers and private donations also help make the terrain park possible.

Big Savings at Snowshoe

Region's Most Open Terrain and Best Conditions
Snowshoe, WV— ‘Tis the season for making resolutions, and why not make your goal this New Year to spend more time with the ones you love, and jump-start those fitness goals at Snowshoe Mountain Resort. The region’s #1 winter resort destination is starting off the New Year with great savings on the region’s most open terrain and best conditions. The resort has seen over 50” of natural snow this season, including almost 10” in the last week. More snow is the forecast for the start of 2010, which means you can take advantage of these great deals and enjoy powder conditions across more than 200 acres of skiable terrain.

This special two-day offer saves you up to 40%, with packages starting at just $98* for two days of lift tickets and 1 night of lodging. But you must hurry to take advantage of this fantastic deal, as it’s only good through 12/30. The deal offers one night of lodging at the Inn at Snowshoe for January 2, with a 2-day lift ticket for skiing and riding on Saturday and Sunday. You can also save 40% off 2-day lift ticket package for mountaintop junior studios, studios and 1-bedroom accommodations. Snowshoe is home to more than 1,400 lodging options, many providing slopeside convenience and great mountaintop views.
Snowshoe Mountain Info

Shawnee Mountain Kick Off Learn A Snow Sport Month

Shawnee on Delaware, PA – January 2010 is Learn A Snow Sport Month and Shawnee Mountain is pleased to announce its participation in this nationwide effort to get people outside and enjoying winter activities. We encourage those new to snow sports to take a lesson and those who are experienced, to bring a friend or the family.

Shawnee Mountain will kick off the month-long promotion on Thursday, January 7th with 100 introductory Learn to Ski or Snowboard Packages for the cost of $15 each. All proceeds from this one day promotion will be donated to the Bushkill Outreach Program. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 570-421-7231 ext. 229. Some restrictions do apply.

For the remainder of January, Shawnee Mountain will be offering a discount coupon good for a $59 Learn to Ski or Snowboard Package available online at www.ShawneeMt.com. This package includes a lift ticket, rental equipment and a group lesson.
Shawnee Mountain Info

Christmas Rain Turned to SNOW! It is a White Holiday at Sunburst!

WOW! That is about all we can say... "WOW"
Friday's rain simply did not affect the snow conditions as much as we thought it might and the new natural snow is blending into the surface for some fantastic snow conditions.

The base is still over 15 inches over most of the runs. Sunburst is pleased to announce that almost all of the runs are open and the snowmaking crews plan to use this week's cold temperatures to make snow on the remaining two runs.

Snow tubing also remains open with 12 lanes all throughout the holidays. Natural snow is falling so it is a great time to get off the couch and have some fun with the kids.
Sunburst Info

What is All This 'Everyone Needs a Snow Day' Stuff at Copper?

Copper Mountain, CO - Copper Mountain knows there are skiers and riders out there who have never felt the thrill of waking up and hearing on the radio that school was canceled. There are people who have never spent a whole day in the snow doing anything their heart desired. These people, and those who understand snow day bliss, are the reason we do what we do.
The goal is to make Copper the place people come to take a day, or two or seven and experience the mountain. The Snow Day cause is in full steam – we are dedicated to each and every one of you deserving a snow day, so we cooked up a way to help.

Get your official Ski Patrol name:
We’re all about the people, so we want all the Snow Day lovers to unite with our Ski Patrol. If they’re going to be a part of the Ski Patrol, each and every one of them is going to need a Ski Patrol name. Here are a few examples: Tank “Two Plank” McFarland, Fred “Now You See Me Now You Don’t” McGillicutty, and Heidi “Icy Hot” Reynolds. So after you check the inbox and before you go to Facebook, help spread the good word and type your way to YourSnowDay.com.
Snow Day Lodging Package:
Copper is making it easy to enjoy a Snow Day this season with the Buy One Get One at 50% (or 4th night free) lodging package. Book one night of lodging and we’ll knock 50% off the second night. That equals 25% off each night, or if you stay for four nights, the last one is free. That’s what we like to call Copper Math of Awesome. Fun Details: This package is based on double occupancy in a silver standard room. Other restrictions apply.
Copper Mountain Resort

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

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.