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Winter Park Resort received another 10 inches (25.4 centimetres) of snow in the past 2 days.  That brings them to 293 inches so far this season and they’ve still got a month to go!  Sunny skies and more snow on the way for this weekend!  Spring is here!  Winter Park Resort is open through April 24 so make sure you get out there for some great snow, sun filled days and fun events.

Ski in, ski out Kookaburra Lodge at Sun Peaks have  released an early bird special for the 2011 / 12 ski season.  Stay 7 nights and pay for 5 nights in all accommodation types.  All Kookaburra suites feature full kitchen, washer/dryer, electric fireplace and free underground parking.  The two and three bedroom suites have private hot tub.  Must book by 15 August 2011, conditions apply.

Copper Mountain has announced that this summer they will begin construction on a new chairlift, replacing the High Point fixed grip double chair located at the base of Union Creek, which has served Copper faithfully since 1976.

The new lift will provide improved service to all levels of skiing and riding ability. The lift, manufactured by Doppelmayr USA, will have a new alignment to help improve skier and rider circulation in and out of Union Creek. In conjunction with the new lift, the addition of a new trail connection from the east will make the circulation from the Catalyst Terrain Park and the tremendous beginner and intermediate terrain in the area, much easier.

The new lift will have a capacity of 2,400 people per hour, a length of 4,937 feet, with a vertical rise of 1,005 feet. The ride time will be 5 minutes, a fraction of the current lift ride from Union Creek to mid-mountain now. Copper Mountain would like to recognize the US Forest Service, and specifically the White River National Forest team, for being a great partner throughout this entire process.

The Canyons, Utah’s largest ski and snowboard resort, has extended its 2010/11 ski season by a full week to 17 April 2011. Talk to us about a late season Snow Melter deal at The Canyons.

Panorama is located on the Kootenay Rockies Powder Highway, close to Banff and just over a three hour drive from Calgary International Airport

It’s February 14th but if you don’t have a special somebody to share the day with, not to worry.  Mother Nature dropped off a little Valentine’s love of her own, smothering us all with big fat snowflake kisses.  Similar to “Chocolate Kisses”, Snowflake Kisses are the primary diet for powder hungry skiers and snowboarders.  So when you’re trying to decide what to do this Valentine’s, make sure you take some time out of your day for the other love of your life……SNOW!

Whistler Blackcomb have received 36cm in the past 24 hours with 55cm in 48 hours and over 110cm this week.  Add all this up and we are now sitting at over 930cm of snowfall this season, only 100cm from our total yearly average. It doesn’t end there however, with over another 30cm expected in the next couple days it looks like there are plenty of good times still to come.

Be sure to stay up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecast by visiting us online at www.whistlerblackcomb.com/weather

Just back from a snow break!  It has snowed 15cm in the last 12 hours and it’s still snowing!!  Panorama has had a great season so far with some great powder days.

This year when the sun goes down the lights will come up on the Showoff run for Night-Skiing. You can hop on the Mile 1 high-speed chairlift to ski 1,200 vertical feet and enjoy a mile-long night skiing area. Night skiers can perfect their technique ready for the next day or just have fun with friends cruising down into the heart of the village.

Up to a foot of fresh powder fell over night on the Aspen/Snowmass Mountains. Cold temps will be keeping the powder in amazing conditions-come visit us!

New this year are Euro Snack kiosks located on both mountains, serving Liege Waffles and European hot dogs served in crusty baguettes. In addition, the newly re-opened Raven’s Nest Restaurant will feature fresh Artisan sandwiches and a great selection of soups and salads. Other new menu items to look forward to at Whistler Blackcomb’s existing restaurants include:  Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine at Rendezvous Lodge; New Artisan sandwiches, salads, soups and stews at the Rendezvous and Roundhouse Lodges;  a Latin American inspired menu at Merlin’s Bar at the base of Blackcomb; hot carved-to-order sandwiches at the Horstman Hut; and new paninis and made-to-order salads at Pika’s.

Great snow, great food - a winning combination.

We hear you like snow. Well it just so happens that Copper Mountain Resort have received some this year, and by some they mean some record breaking amounts! It’s feeling more like February with a 53″ mid-mountain base and over 2000 open acres. Copper Mountain have now received 149″ inches of the white stuff; nearly 3/5ths of there annual snowfall! This year has been huge and the conditions have been awesome. Copper Mountain are averaging nearly 1 in 4 days as a Snow Day! If you haven’t picked up your Snow Day Pass, now’s the time!