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Sunday, November 16, 2008

POWDER MOUNTAIN, SNOWBASIN AND WOLF CREEK SKI AREA WINTER EVENTS LINEUP

SNOW KITING, AVALANCHE TRAINING AND SOAPBOX DERBY OFFER LEARNING AND ENTERTAINMENT

NORTHERN UTAH’S THREE RESORTS OFFER FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

(Ogden Valley, UT) The 2008 – 2009 Winter Ski Season will be off to its start in a matter of weeks and the three area ski resorts are offering a full slate of activities to enjoy.

November 22: Anticipated Opening of Powder Mountain (801) 745-3772 or www.powdermountain.com.

November 27 (Thanksgiving Day): Anticipated Opening of Snowbasin Resort. Celebrate Thanksgiving at Snowbasin with a fabulous feast with all the trimmings. Dinner served will be served from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. - $48 pp. Reservations required. (801) 620-1000 or www.snowbasin.com.

November 28: Anticipated Opening of Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.


WINTER EVENTS SCHEDULE – 2008-2009 SEASON


December 11: Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Utah Winter Games Race Clinic 6 p.m. (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

December 16, 17, 18: Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Training Class Level 1: During this three day course students can expect to develop a good grounding on how to prepare for and carry out a trip, understand basic decision making while in avalanche terrain, and understanding of avalanches, as well as rescue techniques on how to find and dig up a buried partner. $210 including lift ticket. (801) 620-1017 for more information

December 24 – Snowbasin Resort: Christmas Eve Celebration: Enjoy your Christmas Eve meal in the warmth of Earl’s Lodge and join in the excitement of waiting and watching for the arrival of Santa Claus, and the fascination of the skiing torchlight parade. The Plaza Christmas tree lighting accompanied by caroling will place the spirit of Christmas in everyone’s hearts. The Grizzly Shop will be open for last minute shopping. Families will delight at Rudolph’s fireworks display.
4 – 8 p.m. on the Main Plaza. (801) 620-1000 for more information.

December 31 – Powder Mountain: New Years Eve Skiing Party. Celebrate New Years on the slopes. The hours at Sundown Lift will be extended for this special night. Bonfire, music and fun. Night lift pass will be required. (801)-745-3772 for more information.

January 6 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort. Snowbasin Race Team Ski-a-Thon from 4 – 8 p.m. (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

January 6, 13 & 30 Powder Mountain: SheSkis Program. Sign up for the three week clinic or just try it out for a day. The day long clinic is for women, taught by women. Women ages 18 and older of all abilities from beginners to experts are invited. Women instructors match participants with similar abilities together to spend a day on the slopes perfecting their skills. www.powdermountain.com/lessons_womens.php or (801) 745-3772.

January 7 & 21 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park Jam without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends. 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks

January 10, 2009 Snowbasin Resort: Winter Trails Day. Now in its 14th year, this event offers children and adults new to snow sports the chance to try snowshoeing and or cross-country skiing for free as part of the Snow Sports Industries’ Winter Feels Good initiative. Free event, equipment rental available. We have the gear, you have the fun! www.winterfeelsgood.com or (801) 620-1000.

January 10 Powder Mountain: 2nd Annual Gromfest: Mini-slopestyle competition and mini-slalom race for skiers and boarders 12 years old and younger. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Sundown Lift. Free with a valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com or (801) 745-3772

January 10, 17 & 24: Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Training Class Level 1: During this three day course students can expect to develop a good grounding on how to prepare for and carry out a trip, understand basic decision making while in avalanche terrain, and understanding of avalanches, as well as rescue techniques on how to find and dig up a buried partner. $210 including lift ticket. (801) 620-1017 for more information

Jan. 10, 17, 24 & 31 Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Level II Class: A six day program. that provides backcountry leaders the opportunity to advance their avalanche knowledge and decision making skills. There is an emphasis on evaluating snow stability. This course is also a prerequisite for the Level III Professional Program. $400 (price includes lift ticket) (801) 620-1017 for more information

January 10 & 11 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Modern Ski Racing Clinic at Wolf Mountain
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

January 19 – 21 Lucky 13 Lesson Promotion: All three resorts in Ogden Valley are offering special prices on lessons for locals during the last 13 days of January. The promotion is designed to get more Utah residents enjoying winter sports. The following specials are valid from January 19 – 31 and limited to Utah residents. Reservations are required. Be sure to mention “Lucky 13” when making your reservation:

Powder Mountain: $13 off First Time Ski/Ride, Group Lessons (any level), and Private lessons. (801) 745-3772 ext 156
Snowbasin Resort: $13 class lesson, $13 Little Cat lift ticket, $13 equipment rental. (801) 620-1000
Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: $13 for one, 2-hour beginner group lesson. (801) 745-3511

January 27, February 3 & 10: Powder Mountain: SheSkis Program. Sign up for the three week clinic or just try it out for a day. The day long clinic is for women, taught by women. Women ages 18 and older of all abilities from beginners to experts are invited. Women instructors match participants with similar abilities together to spend a day on the slopes perfecting their skills. www.powdermountain.com/lessons_womens.php or (801) 745-3772.


January 28 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam. and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park jam without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends from 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks or (801) 745-3772.

January 30 & 31 Powder Mountain/North Fork Park: Utah Olympics Winter Games
Powder Mountain will be the site for the alpine and snowboard races. North Fork Park will host the cross country and snowshoe competitions. www.sout.org

February 7 & 8: Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Modern Ski Racing Clinic:
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

February 7, 14, 21 & 28 Snowbasin Resort: Avalanche Level II Class: This six day program. provides backcountry leaders the opportunity to advance their avalanche knowledge and decision making skills with an emphasis on evaluating snow stability. This course is also a prerequisite for the level three professional program. $400 (price includes lift ticket.) (801) 620-1017 for more information.

February 11 & 25 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park jam. without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends from 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks or (801) 745-3772.

February 21 & February 22: Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: USASA Border Cross Event
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

February 26 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Utah Winter Games Ski Race. 6 p.m.
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

March 3, 10 & 17 Powder Mountain: SheSkis Program. This three week clinic is for women, taught by women. Women ages 18 and older of all abilities from beginners to experts are invited. Women instructors match participants with similar abilities together to spend a day on the slopes perfecting their skills. www.powdermountain.com/lessons_womens.php (801) 745-3772.

March 4 & 25 Powder Mountain: Night Jam. Park Jam and party under the lights at Sundown Lift. Park jam without the hassle of registration and judging. Live music, bonfire, prizes, fun and friends from 4 - 9 p.m. Free with valid lift pass. www.powdermountain.com/mtn_terrainparks or (801) 745-3772

March 6 - 8 Snowbasin Resort: XTERRA Winter World Championship. The main event, the XTERRA Winter World Championship, is a uniquely XTERRA multi-sport race combining the four disciplines of ski mountaineering, mountain biking, running and snowshoeing. The race is open to both professional and amateur competitors. For more information call (801) 620-1000.

March 7 & 8 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: USSA Master’s Race
(801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

March 13 – 15 Powder Mountain: Superfly Open Snow Kite Festival: Introductory kite clinics, kite demos, a freestyle competition and Kitercross races as part of the US Snowkite Tour. Top of Sunrise Lift/Hidden Lake Parking area. The festival is co-sponsored by Utah Kite Addiction, Utah’s first PASA certified Snowkite School, and Best Kiteboarding. For more information go to www.superflyopen.com.

March 28 & 29 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Parrot Head Weekend: Celebrate the upcoming arrival of spring with all things Hawaiian and Jimmy Buffet. (801) 745-3511 or
www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php

April 4 Powder Mountain: 11th Annual Spring Session: This event is the highlight of the freestyle season. Riders and skiers of all ages compete against each other without the constraints of regular contests. Pipe jam, rail jam, barbeque, and live music turn this event into a great springtime party. Hidden Lake Halfpipe & Terrain Park from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. A Powder Mountain tradition Free with lift pass. www.powdermountain.com or (801) 745-3772.

April 4 Wolf Creek Utah Ski Resort: Soapbox Derby: End of season celebration where contraptions of all sorts race for goofy prizes. Awards also given for best costume and tailgate competition. A mountain tradition! (801) 745-3511 or www.wolfcreekutah.com/the-mountain.php.

April 18 Snowbasin Resort: 9th Annual Meltdown Race This action packed event includes downhill skiing, cross-country trekking, spinning on a bike and paddling a kayak. For more information call 801-620-1000 or www.snowbasin.com

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