Snow alert for Beaver Creek / Breckenridge
Snow Alert for SnowBird / Alta / Snowbasin
Snow alert for Grouse & Whistler Blackcomb B.C.
Snow Alert for Cortina d'Ampezzo - Italy
Snow alert for Sugarloaf


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Killington
Three straight days of sunshine behind us and two more very important sunny days on the way for the weekend. A nice little harbinger of spring things to come.
In This Drift:
2006-07 All For One Season Passes On Sale Soon Boarding For Breast Cancer Weekend Last Minute Lodging Special
COMING SOON The reigning greatest deal in the history of eastern skiing and riding is very nearly back. Stay tuned here or at www.killington.com for details on the spring sale of next year's (2006-07) All For One Season Pass. They don't tell me much, but it sounds like passes will go on sale on March 17 and we'll be offering fewer than were sold last year.

Freedom, ease and value are once again staples of this year's pass. Retail discounts, lodging deals, lesson specials and passholder-only coupons are also never far from your fingertips. All at Killington, Pico and Mount Snow in Vermont, Attitash in New Hampshire as well as Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine.
BoARDING FOR BREAST CANCER WEEKEND
Beginning with a Bachelor Auction at the Wobbly Barn tonight and running through a boarder-only night rail jam at Bear Mountain on Saturday night, we're on the eve of what we sincerely hope is yet another successful fundraising weekend for Breast Cancer Awareness.
These night rail jams have really turned out to be very cool and successful spectator events and this one, of course, will mean that much more. Head up and over this weekend and check it out. Learn more about the weekend's festivities here.
Killington

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Sun Peaks Resort Daily Weather Update Sheet
New Snow: 0cm/0in Mountain Base: 186cm/73 in Village: -11C/12F Mid Mountain: -15C/3F Top: -14C/5F Sky: clear Runs Open: 117/117
Well- what a week! Can you say POWDER?? Yesterday was a day to end all days, and despite having no new snow last night, the hill is still super sweet. The base is at a whopping 186cm and there is still powder out there to be discovered. Come on up and get it! The temperature is currently -11C in the Village, at Mid-mountain -15C, and -14C at the Top of the World. The winds are light, and the sky is clear as a bell.
We’re expecting sunny periods this morning with increasing cloud later in the day. Today looks good with a promise of a few afternoon and evening flurries. All our major lifts are turning today, and the West Bowl T-bar will be open all weekend. All 3 mountains are 100% open, with all of our 117 runs soft with yesterdays snow and waiting for you.
Sun Peaks

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Crystal Mountian

Date: Friday, March 10, 2006 Time: 5:00am Weather: Broken clouds with off and on snow expected today. Winds: From the SW at about 13mph. Base Temperature: 18 degrees Base Snow Depth: 107 inches Base New Snow Fall 24hrs: 5 inches Base Snow Fall 48hrs: 16 inches Summit Temperature: 11 degrees Summit Snow Depth: 161 inches Summit New Snow Fall 24hrs: 4 inches Summit New Snow Fall 48hrs: 18 inches Surface Conditions: M! achine groomed on the main runs with powder and skier packed powder off the main runs.
What's Happening at Crystal Mountain: We only have 30 more days left this season! March is going to be madness with all this deep powder gracing our slopes, and it looks like the snow may continue to fall today. I don't want you to waste another minute. You need to get up here to enjoy some of these spectacular March conditions! The moutain is calling you... Check out some of the fun events we have scheduled for this Spring: March 15-18 Silver King Freeride Competition March 18 Sturtevants Spring Fling Demo March 18 Dirt Bag Ball (fundraiser for the Ski Patrol and best party of the year) March 25-26 NorAm Finals & US/Canadian Championship Alpine Snowboarding Event April 3-7 Spring Fling Theme Day (TBA)
Crystal Mountain

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Bear Valley

Elevation Summit 8,500' Mid Mountain Lodge 7,750' Lower Mountain Base 6,600' Events
18 CSS Slopestyle Finals- Bear Valley 25 Gatorade GS Races #5& #6 25 Budweiser Country Snow Fest 26 Jim Bottomley Youth Team Olympics- sponsored by BVSEF

Lifts & Terrain 2 triple chairs 7 double chairs 1 carpet lift 1280 skiable acres 1,900' vertical drop 67 trails 25% Beginner 40% Intermediate 35% Advanced
Snowfall & Snowmaking Natural snowfall average is 359" (30 feet)

Bear Valley

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Mammoth Mountain

A cloud has made itself at home right on top of Mammoth Mountain this morning. Two inches of new snow fell last night, and more is expected this morning. It looks like this storm is going to hang around until Sunday. It could leave us with 18 inches of snow or more by the time it is all over. Everyone should also be expecting a drop in temperatures today and Friday.


Photo:Mammoth Mountain Marketing
Currently at Main Lodge it is 23 degrees with partly cloudy skies and gusty winds. Highs today are expected to stay right in the mid 20's so make sure you dress accordingly. All lifts are expected to operate today with the exception of Chairs 7, 13, 14, 20, 23, 26, and the Upper Panorama Gondola. These are wind and weather permitting, and the mountain operations crew is working hard to get more open by mid-morning. Check back at MammothMountain.com for the latest operation updates

Events... Mar 11, 2006 Full Moon Snowshoe Tour
Mar 11, 2006 Parallax Snowcat Dinners: A Gourmet Dining Adventure
Mar 11, 2006 Laurence Juber in Concert at Eagle Lodge
Mar 11, 2006 Live Music at Mammoth
Mammoth Mountain

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Dolomiti Region -Italy

This morning the Dolomites awoke under a blanket of snow (20 - 50 cm new snow) and now we have a beautiful sunny winter day with fresh snow.
Skiing under the spring sun! After the extensive snowfalls of the past days (20 to 60 cm fresh snow) on the Dolomites the sun is shining again. Longer days and pleasant temperatures make the spring the best period in the season for skiing. In many valleys of the Dolomiti Superski area - Cortina d'Ampezzo (Falzarego, Tofana, Faloria, Cristallo), Kronplatz, Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi, Val di Fassa, Arabba/Marmolada, Alta Pusteria (Monte Elmo, P.sso Monte Croce), Val di Fiemme/Obereggen, S. Martino di Castrozza (Tognola), Passo Rolle, Valle Isarco (Maranza, Valles) and Trevalli (Alpe Lusia-Bellamonte) - it will be possible to ski until the 17th/18th of April, the Sellaronda included.

Ski Challenge 31st March - 2nd April 2006 During this great event ski enthusiasts have the chance to compete on the slopes of Civetta, Falcade/Trevalli and Arabba/Marmolada following the historic trails. This year sees the return of the unforgettable Super Gigantissimo of the Marmolada combined with the Giant Slalom and the now established Gigantissimo Trevalli/Passo San Pellegrino. An element of innovation is represented by the 4 hours of Giant Slalom by night in Val di Zoldo.


On 26th March 2006 takes place the 10th edition of Gardenissima, with 6 km the longest giant slalom of the Dolomites. Last year more than 500 skiers took part at this particular race.
12 SKI AREAS Cortina d'Ampezzo Kronplatz Alta Badia Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi Val di Fassa/Carezza Arabba/Marmolada Alta Pusteria Val di Fiemme/Obereggen San Martino di Castrozza/Passo Rolle Valle Isarco Tre Valli - Moena/P.sso S. Pellegrino/Falcade Civetta

Dolomiti Superski

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Squaw Valley
With 60 inches of snow received in the past week, conditions here at Squaw have not been better.! We are enjoying 4,000 acres of powder, light skier pack powder and carefully machined groomed terrain. The Sierra storms are still rolling in so make plans to to come and experience one of Lake Tahoe's largest playgrounds.

Photo: squaw Valley Marketing - eagles Nest on Kt22
TODAY'S MOUNTAIN STATS & CONDITIONS As of 6:30, March 9* 6200' 8200' Current Temp: 29 22 New Snow 1-2" 2-3" Base: 82-92" 219-229" Surface Conditions: Powder /Groomed Powder/ Groomed

ST PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATION! FRIDAY MARCH 17 Squaw Valley is the place to be for Irish cheer and fun activities. Take a look at what we have going on:
$ 43 LIFT TICKET - Start your St. Patty's celebration off right with our special, $43. This online offer is available only at Squaw shop

THIS WEEKEND AT SQUAW FRIDAY-SUNDAY: 3 Day Advanced Ski Clinic, emphasizing technical skiing at its highest level. 530-581-7184. SATURDAY: The original Apres Ski Party at Bar One 4-7pm. DJs, drink specials and much more. SATURDAY: Kids Night Out (aka: Parents Night Out!) Climbing wall child care every Sat. reservations 530-386-1375. SATURDAY & SUNDAY:(Sat.) Hip Hop & Hoops in the Village. 2-4pm. (Sun) Drew & Erv Live Music 2-4pm. SATURDAY: The Squaw Valley Chapel offers Sat. evening worship at 5pm through March. 530-581-4011.
COLLEGE STUDENT DISCOUNT- Spring Break $43! College students ski & ride the big mountain for only $43 every Tue, Wed and Thurs. Plan your Spring Break now! Just register and print this online coupon and BRING IT WITH YOU AND YOUR STUDENT ID IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNT. With the best terrain in Tahoe and awesome night life, there is no better place to take a break from school!
Offering the most skiable terrain in Lake Tahoe, the most advanced lift network in the U.S. and some of the deepest snow in the world, Squaw Valley USA is a winter playground for all ages. Thirty-three lifts, including North America’s only Funitel and an aerial Cable Car, access 6 peaks, 4,000 acres and 2,850 vertical feet of terrain.
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