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Canyons announces First Bubbled Chairlift

Snow — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:59:00 +0000

Canyons Announces First Bubbled Chairlift with Heated Seats in the United States.
New Gondola Portal to Ski Village.
New State-of-the-Art Quad Lift.
New Terrain and Enhanced Snowmaking

Park City, Utah – In anticipation of the upcoming ski season, Canyons, a Talisker mountain destination, is pleased to announce the launch of two new, state-of-the-art lifts, a new direct-connect gondola, expanded terrain and vastly improved snowmaking capabilities. This is the very first phase of the re-creation of Canyons. Anticipate several future significant announcements including dramatic food and beverage news.

Book your ski holiday to The Canyons today, phone 0800 11 22 99

Vernon Vipers Hockey Game

Snow — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 02:03:35 +0000

Come cheer on the Vernon Vipers Junior A hockey team, 6 time National Champions, as they take on other teams during the season. Whether you are a die hard hockey fan or a first timer, a true Canadian hockey game will make a great family event. Bus leaves Silver Star Resort at 6:00pm.
Game dates: 18, 22, 25 & 28 Jan; 05 & 11 Feb 2011.
For further information or to book your ticket please contact the Silver Star Info Desk at (250) 558 6019 or email infodesk@skisilverstar.com

On Mountain Ski Valet Service in Japan

Snow — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 21:15:01 +0000

Book an HT ski property in Niseko with Ski Traveller and receive this amazing bonus offer - FREE on Mountain Valet Service for ski and boot storage. Skiers come off the mountain and leave their ski wear overnight with the HT Ski Valet and collect equipment the next morning. HT are the only company that offers this exclusive on mountain service, for the entire 2010/11 winter season. For more information about ski deals in Niseko, contact our specialists.

Have the time of your life at Beaver Creek

Snow — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:36:23 +0000

Complimentary Cookie Time
Every day at 3pm, Beaver Creek’s cookie time chefs serve hot, chocolate chip cookies at the base of the Centennial Chairlift (Chair #6). The perfect ending to a perfect day skiing at Beaver Creek.

Weekly Family Programming
Most nights of the week Beaver Creek offers special family programming such as Thursday Night Lights, rail-jams, disco skate nights, twilight snowshoe tours and more. Weekly Schedule of Events
Mon: Disco Skate Night; Ski with a Ranger.
Tue: Twlight Shoeshoe Tours.
Wed: Rail Jam in front of McCoys.
Thu: Thursday Night Lights.
Fri: The Beaver Creek Family Challenge.
Sat: Crystal Grotto’s Children Show; Rail Jam in front of McCoys

Helmut Fricker
Beaver Creek’s jolly, alpenhorn blowing, lederhosen wearing mascot has been entertaining visitors and locals alike since the mountain opened in 1980. Meet the legend himself on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesdays in the Village Plaza from 2-4pm, Nov. 25th to April 4th.

Plan your next ski holiday with our specialists - talk to them today.

Flaik GPS Tracking Solution - New to Whistler

Snow — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 21:13:44 +0000

New to Whistler Kids & Ride Tribe this season, flaik is a real-time tracking solution for skiers and riders that not only provides extra safety, but allows participants to log their day to see what runs they were on, how much vertical was achieved and see where they want to ski in the future at Whistler Blackcomb.

flaik brings a new mountain experience for skiers and riders by utilizing a combination of a GPS tag and cellular technology to provide real time tracking of the exact location of guests, their physical relationship to other guests or resort staff and performance elements such as vertical and runs skied. Once registered on www.flaik.com users can view their day on the mountain online and share it with friends and family.

flaik is a world leader in high alpine tracking, providing a great way to enhance lessons participants’ experience on the mountain. With the ability to see their runs online after their lesson, flaik provides a great talking point and provides a new way to enjoy and remember their day.

Fyve Snowboard Progression Camps

Snow — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:57:14 +0000

Fyve is an independent, Australian owned snowboard company, who live for the passion of the sport, not the lure of the dollar. In 2011, they have the 10 and 20 day Fyve Snowboard Progressions Camp in Hakuba, Japan. Start date 30 January 2011.

The camp includes: Meet and greet at Narita Airport. Return coach transfers from Tokyo Narita Airport to Hakuba*. 2 nights accommodation at The Ace Inn in Tokyo. 7 or 17 nights accommodation at The Lab in Hakuba. 1 hour per day Snowboarding Trick Tips by our FYVE team riders. Pipe/Rails/Kickers natural kicker lines. Karaoke night and Steak & Beer night ¥1500. Hot breakfast for each morning of your stay in Hakuba. 6 or 14 day multi resort lift passes (depending on camp length you choose). Tour info pack including Tokyo sightseeing maps and recommendations. Discount vouchers and promotional products. Liquid Tours host available for 1 hour each night at The Lab ski lodge in Hakuba.

The Lab is a large ski lodge and is located within 500m of the Happo-One lifts. The lodge includes a big communal living area, fully stocked and serviced bar, restaurant, Japanese style onsen bathing, a large sundeck, and a separate TV and games room (complete with Nintendo Wii). All this is located over three levels plus a basement. The rooms are all western style, and range from 2-8 person share. The Lab is perfect for singles and groups of skiers and boarders looking for a good time both on and off the mountains.

For more information, click here>>

Kids Night Out at Winter Park

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:39:51 +0000

Thursday evenings, 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm - starting 09 December 2010
Kids Ski & Ride School, West Portal Station
Kids, enjoy a night out in Winter Park! Parents take advantage of evening childcare and enjoy the new shops and restaurants in the Village at Winter Park. “Kids Night Out” is available for children ages 4 to 12 and the program is loaded with fun indoor activities and includes dinner and s’mores by the fire. Activities include crafts, games, movies and more.
This is a free childcare service offered to parents on the conditions that US$30 per child is spent at any commercial outlet in The Village at Winter Park during the hours that the children are in the program. Original receipts are required to verify the expenditure. If less than US$30 per child is spent, parents will be charged the difference.
Reserve your child’s space by 4pm day-of, callinng 800 729 7907. Enrolment is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Dates and times subject to change. Parents must pick up their children by 8.30 pm or full amount will be charged for Club Discovery.
>> Visit the our Winter Park ski area

Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts to host 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 02:22:06 +0000

Let the celebration begin in the Vail Valley, as Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts were selected by the International Ski Federation (FIS) Council to host the 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships.

Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts have been supporting and hosting international ski racing events and World Cups since the circuit began in 1967. Today, the Birds of Prey World Cup at Beaver Creek stands as one of the most highly respected and most difficult stops on the men’s World Cup tour.

With the 2015 announcement, Beaver Creek plans to upgrade the Birds of Prey venue, increasing the finish area for the men’s events, building a new Red Tail Camp Restaurant and building a new women’s speed course which will rival the men’s course. This run also will serve the combined events and the nation’s team event during the 2015 Championships. The women’s technical events, including the giant slalom and slalom will be held at Vail which will have a new, dramatic stadium located in the heart of Vail Village. Opening and closing ceremonies also will take place in Vail.

Plans for the 2015 World Championships will begin immediately as World Cup racing action returns to the Vail Valley, 03-05 December, 2010 for the Men’s Birds of Prey World Cup.
Follow the action at www.beavercreek.com, www.vail.com and www.bcworldcup.com.

Register Kids for Ski League

admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 02:20:42 +0000

Register your kids today for Nancy Greene Ski League.
The Sun Peaks Alpine Club will be offering Nancy Greene Ski League programs for skiers aged 5 to 11 years old for the 2010-11 ski season. These programs deliver customised free-skiing and introduce young skiers to alpine ski racing. The philosophy of the Nancy Greene Ski League is to encourage participation, interaction, and the development of technical skiing skills in an exciting and motivating atmosphere.
For more information visit www.sunpeaksracers.ca
Visit our Sun Peaks page for accommodation options and specials.

World Heli Ski Challenge - Wanaka 30 July - 8 Aug 2010

Lianne — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 01:18:18 +0000

The World Heli Challenge ski and snowboard festival will be held in the Mount Aspiring National Park region near Wanaka and Hawea in New Zealand’s South Island, from July 30th to August 8th, 2010.

The success of last years “resurrection” certainly caught the attention of international athletes, media and sponsors, as the 2010 competition goes from strength to strength in gaining global popularity as one of the most captivating events on snow.

50 athletes representing the cream of talent from over 6 countries will participate. The 2010 format has been slightly revised and will consist of an Extreme Day and a Freestyle Day.
www.worldhelichallenge.com