Treble Cone - New Zealand

The season got off to a sunny start at Treble Cone yesterday, as hundreds of happy skiers and snowboarders welcomed in winter 2006. Excellent snow conditions in the Main and Saddle Basin made for some fantastic skiing and boarding, while lunch on the deck became a festive affair thanks to Chandon bubbles and some great entertainment from the Lucky Legs Trio jazz band. The first chair of the 2006 season
Photos: Treble Cone Marketing
Visit www.treblecone.com for more information.

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FALLS CREEK SNOW, ROAD & WEATHER REPORT This report is compiled in accordance with prevailing weather conditions at the time of preparation. Date 30/6/2006 Time 06:15 Good skiing in limited areas ROAD Open and Clear FORECAST SUMMARY For full forecast - visit www.fallscreek.com.au Saturday Widespread showers, falling as snow above 1500 metres. Strong to gale force northwest winds. Sunday Snow showers. Winds moderating. Monday Isolated showers, falling as snow on the peaks. COMMENTS There is heaps of stuff going on throughout the holidays in Falls, including interschool Grand-Prix GS on Sat and Sun, Bungy Trampoline and Pete the Dragon. Enjoy live tunes in the village or one of the many bars or restaurants. Eight lifts today. A possibility of snow this weekend! Another cool day up the top, so rug up! Falls Creek

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USSA News
Mike Jankowski has been named U.S. Snowboarding Head Halfpipe Coach following the retirement of Bud Keene, announced U.S. Snowboarding Program Director Jeremy Forster. Former snowboard World champion Rick Bower will join Jankowski as assistant halfpipe coach for U.S. Snowboarding. The pair will lead their first official camp of the summer this week at Windells in Mt. Hood, Ore. “With Mike taking over as head halfpipe coach, I only see more positive growth for the program. He is a great coach, and it’s the perfect transition for him to become leader of the halfpipe crew,” said Forster. "Also, having Rick join our program is huge. He was part of our U.S. Snowboarding program as a rider and just recently was part of the 2006 U.S. Olympic halfpipe coaching staff in Torino. He is a former World halfpipe champion and a well respected coach." Us Ski Snowboard Fernie Summer
FULL THROTTLE MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL - FULL SCHEDULE AND EVENT LINE UP Calgary, AB – June 29, 2006 – On Your Mark, Get Set, GO! The Fernie Full Throttle Mountain Bike Festival, taking place at Fernie Alpine Resort July 7-9, is gearing up to be the biggest, best event of the summer season! The full line up is now complete; see the schedule below for all the details on activities, music and more! FERNIE FULL THROTTLE MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE Fernie Alpine Resort
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Kitzbühel- Summer
July is here! It has been a long wait this year, but at last the thermometer is starting to show real summer temperatures. And that is not the only reason you can look forward to a hot time in our beautiful corner of the world! From the Boogie-woogie Festival and Kitz Summer Nights to the Generali Open - there is always something happening. And you might even get to see the Generali Open for free - with our draw for 2x 2 of these sought-after tickets. All you need to do is send an e-mail to gewinnspiel@kitzbuehel.com - and keep your fingers crossed! For the walkers, we have got a special tip for a fine walk from Engelbert, our popular guide. Bichlalm is the goal, and the route leads past genuine old Tyrolean farmhouses and the romantic game park in Aurach. Have fun in Kitzbühel! Kitzbuehel

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Closed this weekend !

Valle Nevado
I recieved a Offer from Valle Nevado in Spanish. Currently there are specials on rooms at Valle Nevado Hotel Hotel tres Punta and Hotel Del Sol (per person rates) with babelfish translation see
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NZ SNow
The Queenstown Winter Festival has been a huge success this year and is in it's final stages. Some classic events are on today, including the Speights Dog Derby and the Speights Dog Barking competition. Fine weather is upon us for the start of the school holidays! There are plenty of school holiday programmes about. Coronet Peak, Cardrona, Treble Cone and Mt. Ruapehu to name a few. Great early snow for both Islands this season in June. We are expecting an extended period of settled weather but the cold conditions are keeping the snow on the ground in good condition. Over half of the ski areas are open now. Tukino, Broken River, Mount Cheeseman, Round Hill, Ohau and the beginners area at Rainbow should all be opening this Saturday the 1st of July. All remaining areas should be opening next weekend!! AWESOME. Mt Hutt Backcountry heliskiing/boarding products are OPEN. Arrowsmiths (full day) opens this Sunday July 2. For bookings – phone 0800 4 HELISKI (0800 443 547)
A cold front is moving up the South Island today, reaching the Cook Strait around midnight. The front will be followed by a burst of cold southerlies. A faint ridge of high pressure is over the North Island maintaining a southeasterly flow. Over the weekend, a shallow trough of low pressure should lie to the east of the North Island maintaining the cool south to southeast flow. A ridge of high pressure will creep over the South Island, crossing the North Island on the Monday.
NORTH ISLAND Friday starts off with light cloud cover, clearing up during the day. Light southeasterlies throughout. Light snowfall should begin on Friday night and carry through to Saturday evening. During the day, there should be light to moderate cloud cover and light southeasterlies. Sunday should bring clear skies all day with the wind turning to the west in the afternoon.
SOUTH ISLAND Nelson; Kaikoura; Friday should bring fine weather and light southeast-easterly winds. Light snow showers start on Saturday with light cloud cover and light easterly winds. Light snow showers continue on Sunday morning with the wind turning to the west in the afternoon.
www.snow.co.nz

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Snowbird
Celebrate July 4th at the Bird! Escape to Snowbird for fresh air, spectacular scenery, fine dining, outdoor concerts and a multitude of summer activities. HOT DEALS for a COOL 4th of July Vacation - Escape the city heat and come up for a mountain getaway. 4th of July, Bed and Breakfast packages start as low as $47 per person based on double occupancy, exclusive of tax. Package includes accommodations and breakfast, rates will vary upon accommodations selected. Check out our Hot Deals for more lodging specials or call (800) 232-9542 to speak to a Snowbird agent. Summer All-Day Activities Pass - provides unlimited, daily use of the ZipRider, Alpine Slide, Bungy Trampoline and Aerial Tram. This unlimited pass is $26 on weekdays and $30 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Click HERE for more information. LIVE Music & Concerts - Snowbird is jamming this summer with over 75 live performances featuring artists like Los Lobos, Walter Trout and Johnny Winter. For more information check out these links to the Folk & Bluegrass Festival, Rock & Blues Festival and Cool Air Music Series.
You can purchase a TRAM Ride ticket and HIke is you want a few early morning turns! Snowbird


Get it while you can, get those last runs at Mammoth. Face Lift, Broadway and Panorama Gondola OPEN
www.mammothmountain.com

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Falls Creek-Australia
Blue Skies Today and Snow On The Way! Clear and beautiful at Falls Creek today, however a classic series of cold fronts could see replenishing snow falls with us as soon as Friday. more --------------------------------- A New Breed of Hosts This Year at Falls Creek To make sure families get the most fun out of their winter holiday at Victoria's only true ski in ski out alpine resort, Falls Creek will this year be launching its Mountain Host Program. more
Anyone Fancy a Ride to Hotham? The annual 20km armchair ride between Falls Creek and Mt Hotham is again up and going for 2006. The eight minute trip in a Jet Ranger, from Falls Creek's helipad to Hotham's rooftop helipad, is a must for anyone seeking a unique view of Australia's spectacular roof-top. more
------------------------------ Falls Creek Cross Country Open For Business - 28 Jun With more than 10km of trail groomed this morning around Mt McKay and Pretty Valley, season 2006 has sprung to life at Australia's premiere cross country skiing destination. more
------------------------------ Huge Coup for the Number One Freeride Mountain - 28 Jun Twenty-four year-old Cheyne Southwell - one of Australia's best riders - has secured a dream gig by becoming the first boarder to be granted a residency in Australia. more
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White Face -New York
Summer Family Passport
Enjoy spectacular scenery, one of the Adirondack's most beautiful waterfalls, an American Christmas theme park treasure, and drive to one of New York's highest peaks when you visit “Lake Placid’s Next Door Neighbor” this summer!
The Whiteface Mountain Visitors Bureau in Wilmington, NY is pleased to introduce its 2006 Summer Family Passport.
Lake Placid

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Nikita Iceland Park Project From Graham,... They think it’s all over….it is now! The Nikita Iceland Park Project finishes its 5th year. First and foremost we want to say thanks to our sponsor Nikita, our media partners Onboard, SCUK and Hot-Zone and all the guests who have come out to IPP over the years to make the camp what it is. No other place on earth, it offers landscape and activities that are truly original and certainly not found in any other snowboard camp. Hopefully we will see you next year to check it all out. Iceland Park Project

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Sun Valley - Idaho

BALD MOUNTAIN LIFT ACCESS
BEGINS SATURDAY, JULY 1 SUN VALLEY, ID Bald Mountain’s 28 miles of hiking and biking trails will be accessible via three of Sun Valley’s high speed quad chairlifts beginning this Saturday, July 1. River Run Express #1 and Lookout Express #5 will begin operating daily at 9 am, and the Challenger #10 will open at the same time on Saturday and Sundays. The last roundtrip chair will be at 3:15 pm and the last chair from the top will be at 3:45 pm. Prices will remain the same as last year with one adult ride at$15 and $7.00 for children (ages 3-12). An all day pass for an adult is $20 and $10 for children. Bike rentals, which include a lift pass, are available at Pete Lane’s Mountain Sports at River Run Plaza. The Brass Ranch at River Run is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Summer lift rides will run through Monday, September 4, 2006. For more information please call Sun Valley Lift Ticketing, 208-622-6136.
Sun Valley
Get it while you can Mammoth Mountain enters the final week of the season ! There is good coverage, and challenging terrain off the top

Hike it while you can THREE SISTERS OR, tIOGA PASS cA ( Mt Dana), GO TO TOPOZONE, search for maps, grab those hiking boots and water repellent, off ya go! www.topozone.com

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BelleayreMountain: High-Speed Chairlift Construction Underway For further information visit www.ropeways.net

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Zermatt
The Matterhorn glacier paradise (3,883 metres above sea level) is the highest sightseeing point in Europe, which is accessible by cableway!
The yellow-green electric bus, leaving at the entrance of Zermatt, takes you to the bottom station of Matterhorn glacier paradise. The 8-seater Matterhorn-Express cable railway takes you up to the Furi station. From here the cableway takes you further up to Trockener Steg, where you'll find a restaurant. The highest cableway in Europe transports visitors up past giant crevasses to the Matterhorn glacier paradise and into a breathtaking mountain landscape of glaciers and permanent snow. The exciting tour from Zermatt to the Matterhorn glacier paradise takes about 40 minutes.
You'll always find snow here; 365 days a year. So anyone venturing up to the Matterhorn glacier paradise will also find him or herself in Europe's largest summer skiing area. Open lifts Klein Matterhorn
Events
What's on ? 30 June - 2 July 2006 Raiffeisen Open 8 July 2006 Zermatt Marathon 15 - 22 July 2006 Swiss Orienteering Week
more,... Zermatt

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Saas-Fee
The Saas Valley is situated in the south of Switzerland on the border with Italy. Well-known resorts such as Locarno and Ascona in the canton of Tessin are at the same latitude. The Saas Valley enjoys a mild, evenly-balanced climate despite its high altitude, as indicated by the unusually high tree-line and the rich and colourful alpine flora among other things. Visitors can enjoy around 300 days of sunshine a year. Apart from its 350 km-long network of hiking paths, the Saas Valley also has a wide variety of summer activities for both old and young: summer skiing and snowboarding Despite the heat in the Rhone valley in summer, you will have the best conditions for skiing and snowboarding in the Saas-Fee ski area. Skiing in very pleasant temperatures on 20 kilometres of varied glacier pistes is great fun in summer. Both national and international ski teams train in the summer ski area. In summer and in particular in autumn, the area is a meeting place for snowboarders, who show off their skills in the park. There are two lines of kickers: three small kickers, three big kickers with a 5- and a 9-metre table and adjoining them a quarter-pipe and a corner wall at the Snow Park. The half-pipe is located in the middle of the park. ...and for the snowboard expert:
Events
Monday, 26 June 06 -A one-day climb of the Allalin Wednesday, 28 June 06 Glacier Hiking Saturday, 1 July 06 A one-day climb of the Allalin
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Cortina _ Italy
For the next winter season 2006/2007, Cortina will confirm its importance as reference point for many international sports events. Starting from the Bob World Cup and Europe Cup, season opening events taking place at the Olympic bob track “Eugenio Monti”, from the 9th to the14th January 2007. Concerning alpine skiing, the Ladies'Alpine Ski World Cup will be held from the 19th to the 21st January 2007. The challenging racetrack is just below the towering Tofana summit and is the same one of the male races during the 1956 Olympics. "GranFondo Dobbiaco-Cortina" is the Cross-country skiing international competition, that will take place the 4th February 2007. In February as well, it will be held the Cortina Polo Winter Cup, prestigious polo tournament on snow, on the frozen surface of Misurina Lake. Those and other events will be waiting for you next winter in Cortina!!! Dolomiti _ Cortina

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Treble Cone - New Zealand
Treble Cone announced today that the ski area will open tomorrow, Tuesday, June 27th, for winter 2006. Treble Cone is enjoying some of the most favourable opening conditions in many years, with excellent winter snow throughout the Home and Saddle Basins. All facilities will be operational for Chandon Opening Day, including the award-winning Restaurant and bar, the Snow Sports School, Rentals Store, Childcare Centre and Retail Shop. Area Manager Jackie van der Voort said today, “We’re very excited about our Chandon Opening Day tomorrow. We’ve got some of the best conditions in years, and with a snow base of at least 60cm of snow at the top of both the Main Basin and Saddle Basin, we’re sure our guests will be delighted with the first day of the season. Recent low temperatures have enabled us to make snow around the clock to add to our considerable base of natural snow, so it’s shaping up to be a superb season here at Treble Cone.”
For more information, Treble Cone

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Falls Creek - Australia
SUMMARY For full forecast - visit www.fallscreek.com.au Forecast: Monday Fine. A partly cloudy day with light wind tending light to moderate northwesterly. COMMENTS A fantastic week ahead with a chance of more snow. There is heaps of stuff going on throughout the holidays including Race camps, Bungy Trampoline and Pete the Dragon. The 'big kids' may want to check out some live tunes in the village or hit one of the many bars or restaurants. Eight lifts are scheduled to run today. Get moving! SNOW COVER A great combination of manmade and natural snow for Skiing/Boarding. LOCALS PICK Great skiing/boarding to be had on Towers and Drover's Dream. Beginners head straight for the Mousetrap/Boardwalk area. Take a swing on the Monkeybar on your way through from Eagle

Falls Creek

Ski Portillo opened on Saturday, June 17th with a solid 30-inch (75cm) base. Portillo has already received nearly six feet of snow, as good start on its way to at least an average of 25 feet of snowfall each season, although last year's snow totalled a record 46 feet.

New this year, the Va et Vient ("Coming and Going") slingshot lift called Las Vizcachas, accesses expert only terrain in the Las Lomas ski area. The new slingshot lift is named after the local Vizcacha rabbit and is 470 meters/1542 feet long with a vertical drop of 220 meters/722 feet.

The Portillo 2006 summer season runs to October 7th. Ski weeks begin at US$1,200 per person, including seven nights accommodation at Hotel Portillo, seven-day lift tickets, and four meals daily. The lowest price option is the Inca Lodge. Rates begin at US$490 per person per week for dorm-style accommodations, lift tickets and meals in the self-service restaurant.
www.skiportillo.com

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St Anton Builds New "FerrisWheel" Gondola
St Anton in Austria's famous Arlerg region will boast a world first next season when it opens its new Galzigbahn gondola lift.
The new lift, which has three times the uplift capaity of the one it replaces, has a world first design based on a ferris wheel. The 28 gondola cabins are each brought down to ground level by the ferris wheel for passenger entry and are then lifted back on to the main cable.
The lift is housed within a new state of the art building that is another major achivement, this time architctually. The transparent building has been designed by renowned Tyrolean architect Georg Driendl.

www.stantonamarlberg.com

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Sun Peaks
New Lifts, New Terrain For Sun Peaks
In addition to a fast new quad chairlift on Tod Mountain at Sun Peaks in Canada giving faster access to the resort's deepest and driest powder, glade skiing and advanced/expert terrain on the mountain; Sun Peaks has a host of other new enhancements lined up for the coming winter season.

Four new intermediate (blue) runs will be cut on the lower part of Orient Ridge will provide easier access to the East Village real estate developments including Stone's Throw, Woodhaven, Settler's Crossing (new), ski-in/ski-out lots in Lookout Ridge, and the future East Village Commercial Core development
The new Orient Ridge runs will be designed in the same way as many of the runs on Mt. Morrisey with numerous tree islands left to enhance the beauty of the ski experience and improve snow conditions
The existing Rambler (Green/Novice) run on Sundance Mountain will be widened to expand the resort's novice teaching terrain and improve access to Mt. Morrisey and the East Village
There'll also be improvements and expansion to the Terrain Parks on Sundance Mountain including more features (rails, jumps etc.), an expanded Green/Blue Terrain Park and a new Edge Park Bully grooming machine to increase Terrain Park grooming and feature preparation
The new East Village Surface Lift will link a new the Ski-in/ski-out Umbrella café with indoor and outdoor seating for up to 100 guests to the base of the Mt. Morrisey Express Lift and ease access between Sundance Mountain and Mt. Morrisey
www.SunPeaks.com


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Two New Quads For Bansko Bansko in Bulgaria will add two new quads for next winter. The first chair connects "Banderishka polyana" place with the base of the "Todorka" piste and will improve easy ski- and snowboard terrain access for beginners. The second new lift ascends from the "Zhelezen" sector and reaches the "Platoto" area.

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Russian Indoor Ski Centres Under Construction
Russia will become the latest country to introduce indoor year round skiing when it's first snowdome opens on the outskirts of the city's capital, Moscow, in December.
The new 360m slope at Krasnogorsk, just northeast of the city's limits, is being built be developers at a rumoured cost of about $100 million. Its profile is now clearly visible on the city skyline. It will also feature a hockey museum, a hotel and full recreational facilities and is just part of a huge 1.2 million-square-meter residential district under construction on the site, just beyond the Moscow Ring Road.

"The snowdome will help to sell the apartments, of course," said Vladimir Famin, a spokesman for SU-155, told local media. "It increases the prestige of the area." He said the company planned to bring in children from the surrounding schools when the slope was not full.

The dome is the first of three others proposed around Moscow, which has several dozen small conventional ski areas on its outskirts

. A second project is under development in Yekaterinburg at a cost of 44m and Moscow's chief architect, Alexander Kuzmin, is considering a plan to build a giant all-weather ski slope within a slanted office building built above rail tracks between Savyolovsky and Belorussky rail stations on the Moscow suburban rail network. A fourth plan is for the world's largest indoor slope at 1km long, on the southern bank of the Moscow River at Sparrow Hills.

Snow 365

Cardrona - New Zealand
Picture of the Day
Photo:Cardrona Resort

Cardrona


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Chamonix -
Open -GondolaLifts
AIGUILLE DU MIDI - Plan de l’Aiguille AIGUILLE DU MIDI - Aiguille du Midi PANORAMIQUE DU MONT-BLANC Aiguille du Midi à la Pointe Helbronner FUNIVIE DEL MONTE BIANCO - Pavillon FUNIVIE DEL MONTE BIANCO - Rifugio Torino - Pointe Helbronner MONTENVERS - MER DE GLACE

Seasonal Offers

Hotel with breakfast price per person 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars May - June 32 € 46 € 70 € July - August 37 € 52 € 100 € September, October, November 32 € 46 € 70 € These rates apply from Sunday to Thursday inclusive for 2, 3, 4 or 5 night stays.
This offer is subject to hotel availability. Prices are based on 2 people sharing a twin/double room with facilities. Half-board, single, triple and family room rates are also available at preferential rates.
Chamonix

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Soleden

» Weather , clouded, good visibility, windy » Snow 3,249 m, 330 cm, powder ... » Ski Lifts in Operation Glacier Ski Area, 0 Hiking Area, 0 » Open Glacier Ski Runs, 0.0 km of 38.1 km » Glacier Road, open!
SKIPASSES SPRING - SUMMER 2006 (02.05. - 29.09.2006) SPRING - SEASON 02.05. - 07.05.2006 Solden Events
25.06.-01.07.2006 » Jeantex Tour Transalp 2006 07.-09.07.2006 » Summer Music Festival
08.-15.07.2006 » 10th Ötzi Hiking Week 08.-09.07.2006 » Kayakfestival 16.07.2006 » 10th Ötztal Mountain Hiking Day 22.07.-29.07.2006 » 9th Garnet Hiking Week 29. - 30.07.2006 » Ötztal Classics
Soelden

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Stubai galcier
Lifts ARE OPEN
The trip up and away to the ""eternal ice "starts at 11am each morning. The meeting point is the Eisgrat mountain terminal. After checking that everyone’s equipment is OK, the group rides up to the Top of Tyrol at 3,150 m. An informative meeting with the Stubai mountain experts is held right in front of the Jochdohle mountain restaurant (3,150 m) each day. Profound insights into the world of the eternal ice form a good part of the agenda and are accompanied by practical tips, hints and information for mountaineers and nature-lovers. Meeting point: 12 noon at the Jochdohle mountain restaurant. The easiest way to get there is by taking the ‘Eisgrat’ and ‘Schaufeljoch’ cableways (about a 25 minute ride). At 1.45 pm we head back down along the Stubai glacier trail with a guide. The whole guided tour only takes place in good weather. The right equipment for a glacier hike: good, ankle-high footwear and weatherproof clothing (for hire at the Sports Shop). Note that the sun is very powerful at 3,000 m above sea level, so remember to use sun cream with a high protection factor and put on a glacier visor!
Stubai Glacier

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Timberline Lodge - Mt Hood
Epic snow conditions,but don't forget your sun screen. We are open today from 7am - 1:30pm for skiing and riding, the park and pipe is open today from 9am - 3pm, or check out the views from 7000 feet from the Magic Mile Scenic Skyride, open today from 7am - 1:30pm, see you on the slopes! PALMER & Magice mile OPEN
Event
BURTON ABOMINABLE SNOW JAM Several eye witnesses at Timberline Resort and High Cascade Snowboard Camp have confirmed seeing a family of three yetis roaming around Mt. Hood, Oregon. It is believed that the yetis have returned to Mt. Hood just in time for Burton’s Abominable Snow Jam snowboarding competition, taking place at Timberline Resort from July 8-12, 2006 and featuring a quarterpipe, halfpipe and slopestyle competition. Top snowboarders like Chad Otterstrom, Nicolas Müller, Danny Davis, Kazuhiro Kokubo, Junko Asazuma, Takaharu Nakai, Natasza Zurek, Jussi Oksanen and Anne-Flore Marxer plan to head to Hood for the annual summer contest where this year’s off-the-hook prizes include Motorola phones, a Volvo C70, two Harley-Davidson 2006 Sportsters®, two 2007 Ski-Doo Freestyle Backcountry 550F snowmobiles and plenty of cold hard cash. Snow Jam
USSA MASTERS SUMMER FUN NATIONALS The annual masters fun race takes place on Palmer Snowfield and is host to the nations top Masters Racers. Giant Slalom and Slalom will be run this year under the sunny skies of Timberline Ski Area. For informationa and Registration go to
Summer Fun Nationals
Timberline LOdge
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Whistler Blackcomb
Get it while you can !
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US Snowboarding News
PROJECT GOLD RIDERS STEP IT UP AT WINDELLS FREESTYLE CAMP MT. HOOD, Ore. (June 19) – Following touch-and-go weather for the first few days, a perfect halfpipe and three days of sun highlighted a successful 2006 Project Gold freestyle camp for U.S. Snowboarding at Windells on Mt. Hood, Ore. With U.S. Snowboarding’s coaches Mike Jankowski and Rick Bower at the helm, around 34 riders participated in the seven-day camp that will be capped June 20-21 with the final stop of the Chevrolet Revolution Tour. “We’ve been having a great time snowboarding,” said Jankowski, who took over as head halfpipe coach earlier this month. “When we started the camp last week, Bower and I had all the riders write down six goals and they’ve been checking them off all week. The progression has been really quick and as the riders nail their goals, they make new goals.” With the mission of making sure the riders have the most fun while working towards becoming the best in the world, Jankowski said each day begins with a group meeting to organize everyone’s mental goals and set a theme for the day. “After breakfast and our morning meeting, we do what we love to do the rest of the day – we snowboard,” said Jankowski. “The riders decide if they want to progress, and Bower and I are here to help make it happen. We’ve had riders like Chris Waker (Stratton Mountain, VT), who came into this camp barely landing a backside five, now he’s stomping mute backside nines that look like Shaun White. Everyone has stepped it up. The vibe is good, everyone is feeding off each other’s energy and we’re all having fun.” Nick Fuca (Park City, UT), who is attending his first Project Gold camp at Windells, credited both Jankowski and Bower for the rapid progression. “I’m way stoked to be a part of this camp,” said the 17-year old. “The coaches have been awesome. They have a no-pressure style that keeps the fun going and makes you want to get better. There are so many good riders here and seeing everyone land new tricks really pushes you.” The Project Gold camp concludes with the final Chevrolet Revolution Tour event with men’s and women’s halfpipe slated for June 20 and slopestyle to follow on June 21. Winners of each Revolution Tour stop gain an automatic starting spot for the 2006-07 Chevrolet U.S. Snowboarding Grand Prix, the nation’s premier snowboarding tour with prizes that total more than $340,000.

WINNINGEST U.S. AERIALS CHAMPION ERIC BERGOUST ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT PARK CITY, Utah (June 19) – Former Olympic, World Championships and World Cup aerials champion Eric Bergoust (Missoula, MT) has retired from competition after the most successful aerials career in international history – 16 years on the World Cup, four Olympics, four World Championships and 15 World Cup victories. The emphasis, he said Monday, has shifted from planning big jumps to a different kind of jump: he’s planning to marry Sally Jo Beck July 22 in Missoula. they were childhood friends and have been together for six years. “Neither of us is very nervous now,” Bergoust said, “but maybe that’ll come.” Bergoust was an ardent trampoline fan as a youngster, but when he saw aerials footage on ESPN in 1985, he found a new sport. He was the first person through the gate at the 1988 Olympics in Calgary where aerials was a demonstration event; that summer he moved to Lake Placid on his own and was all but adopted by the U.S. coaching staff. He won the NorAm aerials title that season and was on his way. One of the most intense competitors, he would go on to collect the silver medal at the 1997 World Championships in Nagano, Japan, then come back a year later to win the 1998 Olympic aerials gold medal in Nagano. He also was aerials gold medalist at the 1999 World Championships, and was a three-time World Cup champion – 2001 and ’02 in aerials plus the overall title in ’02.At one point, indicative of his dominance in his event, Bergoust owned the three highest scores for an aerials event in history. “He did it all,” said U.S. Freestyle Team Head Coach Jeff Wintersteen. “It’s been fun being around him because he was such a professional, such a hard worker...always looking to do more than the coaches wanted him to do. They’d be looking for him to pull back and ‘Bergy’ would want to do more. And he was a good teammate, which is so important. His record, of course, speaks for itself. We certainly wish him the best.” Bergoust said he had no immediate plans beyond working with Coach Joe Chalmers and local freestyle skiers in the Missoula Freestyle program at the Snowbowl. “Joe’s my best friend and he runs a great program, and I’d like to learn about coaching with him this winter. We’ll see,” Bergoust said. He doesn’t have a “single greatest moment” in his career, Bergoust said, but any list would include his first Olympics (1994 in Lillehammer, Norway, where he was seventh), the ’98 Olympic gold medal in Nagano, and a “Bumps&Jumps” contest at California’s Heavenly resort (also in 1998) when he won after completing five outstanding jumps. Another favorite was any competition in Meiringen, Switzerland, site of the 1999 World Championships.
US ski & Snowboard Assn

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The FIS Nordic World Ski Championships will be held in Sapporo, and in Asia for the first time ever.Sapporo has been recognized by the world, and the new Championships history in the making will raise the curtain on this city. Exhilarating competitions will be staged as Sapporo experiences "scorching heat in freezing temperatures" and shares the jubilation and excitement with all concerned in 2007. Link to Site
Sapporo 2007
Ski Assn of Japan

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New Lifts
Big White -Kelowna, BC Big White Ski Resort Ltd. announced the installation of the new Snow Ghost Express - a state-of-the-art $7M six-passenger chairlift, that will be constructed at the base of the popular Ridge area. The Snow Ghost Express is named after the legendary snow covered trees that Big White is famous for in its alpine region. The Leinter-Poma lift will be built using a local Kelowna contractor. "This is the best equipment in the world at this time," commented Resort President, Peter Schumann. The Snow Ghost Express will be the longest six-passenger chair in Canada - 6190 feet, (1862 metres) long, and will whisk skiers and riders to the top in just under six minutes. Situated parallel to the current Ridge Rocket Express, the Snow Ghost will service Big White's most popular runs and terrain. The two lifts combined will generate an uphill capacity of 5,400 skiers per hour (ten passengers every seven seconds) and increases the hourly lift capacity to an impressive 28,000 riders per hour. Bear Valley Ca. a new high-speed lift to the mountain. The addition of the quad lift, scheduled for operation in the 2006-07 ski season, comes as part of Bear Valley’s first phase facilities upgrade plans to enhance and expand the resort’s facilities and nearby lodging. The new high-speed lift, manufactured by Leitner Poma of America, will replace Bear Valley’s Hibernation Chair and represents one of the most advanced, environmentally-friendly high speed quad lifts in production

Falls Creek - Australia
FALLS CREEK SNOW, ROAD & WEATHER REPORT This report is compiled in accordance with prevailing weather conditions at the time of preparation. Date 19/6/2006 Time 05:52 Fair skiing in limited areas TODAY'S WEATHER WIND NW Moderate 26-40km/h TEMP Min Overnight -1.1 C Current -0.8 C VISIBILITY Excellent SNOW DEPTHS Average: 4cm Snow Making: 50cm - Operating Sun Valley: 6cm Fresh Snow: 0cm Village: -cm This Fall: -cm North Side: 3cm Last Snow: 11/06/06 There are some great turns to be had up the top and we are expecting another gorgeous day. Holiday Race Camp and Race Club are in full swing throughout the holidays as is the Bungy Trampoline and Pete the Dragon. Six lifts are scheduled to operate today so grab your skis/board and check out where it's at, in Falls Creek! Falls Creek

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Whistler Blackcomb
June 19 , 2006 SUMMER IN WHISTLER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE When Whistler Blackcomb is in full swing for summer, there's an absolutely incredible variety of activities to enjoy. If you are planning a trip for later this summer, our Mountain Bike Park will soon be open right up to Garbanzo Chair, the Peak Adventure will be open daily from June 24 to September 24, our Adventure Zone will be thriving, and World Class events & festivals like Crankworx will round out the mix.
CANADIAN BBQ CHAMPIONSHIPS AUGUST 5, 2006 In 2005, the Canadian BBQ Championships attracted more than 2500 spectators for a lively weekend of entertainment, all night cooking, fabulous food, sunshine, kids activities and much more. Expect more for this year, there's something for everyone.
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Panorama This Summer
June June 10-11 - Relay for Life, Invermere on the Lake June 24-26 - Mad Trapper BC Cup Race June 31st - Canada Day Fireworks, Invermere on the Lake More Information July July 1-3 Canada Day Weekend Celebration July 7-9 Sea To Summit July 21-23rd Alberta Masters Tennis Tournament July 22nd Visitors Appreciation Day, Invermere on the Lake July 22nd Music in the Mountains July 29th Dragon Boat Race, Invermere on the Lake More Information Panorama Resort

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Austrian Tourism
Austria offers to make your dream experience come true. Whether you are a wine enthusiast yearning to discover new grape varieties, long for a romantic adventure with overnight stays in fairy tale castles and balloon rides over stunning landscapes, or wish to waltz with your partner into the New Year: In Austria, the sky is the limit.
Down the road ,.... never to soon The Spirit of Christmas NEW: This year you will experience the christmas markets of three Austrian cities: Salzburg, Steyr and Vienna. This beloved christmas tradition takes place during Advent, the four weeks preceding Christmas. Sign up for this fairytale tour by HerzerlTours Austria Office of Tourism

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New Zealand Snow
15 June 2006 Coronet Peak opens today!! I imagine that it will be pretty much on piste only but they're pretty good at covering their pistes. 15 June 2006 Happy Valley and Alpine Meadow open tomorrow which is REALLY early for Mt Ruapehu. 15 June 2006 Treble Cone in Wanaka announced today the ski area was all on track to open for the winter ski season on 27 June after a good coating of fresh snow overnight. Our pray for snow party up here may have been a bit over the top.... Apologies to everyone in Canterbury still without power and phones - we were just over compensating from last year. I've noticed forecasts for even more on its way. I'm giggling like a kid in a candy store. Most Ski fields appear to have had enough of the waiting game and are planning to open this weekend, with all to follow the following week. Get ready for some powder.... With the amount of snow predicted for this season, why not upgrade your gear? If you are in Auckland then next weekend R&R Sport is the place to go - Sat and Sun 24th and 25th of June. They are having their massive annual ski sale, with UP TO 50% off skis, boards, boots, bindings, clothing, accessories and more ... They will even sell your old gear on your behalf if you bring it in before close on Thursday 22nd (just no archaic straight skis or rear entry boots please) - so upgrade your equipment and notice the difference. You've had plenty of warning, start saving your cash now.
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Steamboat
STEAMBOAT OFFERS 2006/2007 ADULT EARLY SEASON PASS FOR $935 Early Season Pricing Available Through August 14th Early Season Adult Season Pass w/Kids Ski Free™, As Much As 37% Off Regular Season Price STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-June 14, 2006-Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation today announced Season Pass & Super Value Pass prices for the 2006/07 season, which will feature for the 21st consecutive year the popular Kids Ski Free™ pass with an adult season pass purchase--the only program of its kind in Colorado. In addition, the resort will offer the adult early season pass for $935, roughly a one percent increase over last season. As a special bonus, the resort will extend the season by one week, closing on Saturday, April 14, 2007. During this extra week, the resort will operate with limited services, lifts, facilities and programs. "Steamboat is a true destination resort and as such features a comprehensive pass structure that ensures attractive pricing and flexibility for every guest segment," said Andy Wirth, vice president of sales & marketing. "Factor into the equation other tangibles such as consistent Champagne Powder® snow, uncrowded lift lines and terrain as well as being 70 miles from the congested I-70 corridor and our guests are sure to find an experience that reflects the way skiing/riding was meant to be enjoyed and one that keeps them coming back for more."

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Ski Patagonia
The ski season is about to start at the Argentinean and Chilean resorts. Why not combine some skiing with wines and adventure? Read our adventure trips articles and start programming your trip! Ski in Chile: Ski Portillo! From USD 490 per person per week Your lifetime holidays in Chile! Ski Chile: Don’t miss Valle Nevado! From USD 1295 per person Anticipate to winter and reserve your ski week at Valle Nevado[...] Wine Tourism From From USD 705 per person, double occupancy Enjoy the wines and the surroundings of Santiago Ski Patagonia

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Swiss Budget Hotels
Our main offer: 200 hotels throughout the whole of Switzerland, which you can book with a few clicks. The best way to find your inexpensive accommodation in Switzerland www.rooms.ch Our special offers:: BUDGET-PRICE is Swiss Budget Hotels'special cut-price offer. For only CHF 49.50 per person/night, you can sleep in the Swiss BudgetHotel of your choice
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And that earthquake in Calif this morning,....I've felt bigger freight trains roll by, And I live 145 miles north of the epi-Center. Life Is never around the RING OF FIRE.

Fernie Alpine Resort
Calgary, AB – June 14, 2006 – Kick off your summer at Fernie Alpine Resort in Fernie, BC for the Full Throttle Mountain Bike Festival, taking place July 7-9, 2006. Known for its world-class winter ski terrain, Fernie Alpine Resort also provides some of the best mountain biking trails and hiking terrain in B.C. during the summer months. The Kick Off Party for the Festival will take place at the Park Place Pub on the evening of Friday, July 7th. . Things will heat up on the mountain on Saturday, July 8th. The main mountain biking component of the festival will be the Rip’n Richard’s Freeride Competition, starting with registration at 8:30am on Saturday. Competitors will be grouped by age category: 12-14 years, 15-17 years, and adult (18 and over), with both men’s and women’s categories in the adult league. The course, a freeride format, will include a number of downhill, pedaling and obstacle elements. Winners will be based on time, and the race will start at approximately 11am. The festival will also include a range of FREE activities for recreational mountain bikers, non-riders and families. Saturday’s festivities will include a Festival Marketplace, Kokanee Beer Gardens in the plaza, DJs, a stunning Trials Demonstration, presented by Island Lake Lodge, and a live music performance by The Wassabi Collective, starting at 6:00pm and presented by the Fernie Lodging Company. Wassabi Collective is known as one of Canada’s “Best Kept Secrets”, expertly combining elements of old world and new school, as tribal beats from Africa and Latin America anchor a driving electronica rhythm. It’s a hundred years of music presented to the listener in a unique, high energy show. Bring the kids! They can take part in the Kids’ Adventure Camp Open House from 11am – 2pm on Saturday and Sunday, or they can enter the Kids’ Diggler Drag Race on Saturday, going head to head with other kids on self-propelled mountain scooters. The Brickhouse Bar & Grill and Phat City Lounge in town will host an evening party after 8pm on Saturday. On Sunday, July 9th, head back up to the mountain for a full Stampede Breakfast on the Kokanee Deck from 9am –11am. Cost is $4.00 per person, and all proceeds will go to the Canadian Ski Patrol System (CSPS) and the PARTY (Prevent Alcohol and Related Trauma in Youth) Program. The Festival Marketplace, Kokanee Beer Gardens, and Trial Demonstrations presented by Island Lake Lodge, will be happening again on Sunday, along with the Kids’ Adventure Camp Open House, and DJs on the Plaza Stage. On the mountain, starting at 11am on Sunday, check out the Mountain Bike Shop Challenge, where bike shops will go head to head in a three-stage event to determine who will be crowned “The Triple Threat Bike Shop”. Also on Sunday from 2pm – 3pm, the “rippers” of tomorrow will get the chance to show their stuff, with the Ski Base Junior Downhill Race, for riders aged 8-12. E-mail kpepper@skifernie.com to register. Re-convene to the Plaza Sunday afternoon for another live performance in the concert series presented by Fernie Lodging Company with Arthur Funkarelli, starting at 1pm. With a legendary reputation for tearing up stages and a sound that includes pockets of funk and grooves, they also deliver guitar-rock and a addictive sound unlike anyone you have ever heard. Public access to the festival area is free. Make sure to bring your bike, and access Fernie’s 35 mountain biking trails from the Elk and Timber chairs all weekend long. A day ticket for lift access is $33 for adults, $30 for youth, and $17 for children. For more information and schedule, please visit Fernie this Summer

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Cardrona New Zealand
Snow Craziness infects Cardrona! As mentioned in our email yesterday we're going a little delirious up here with so much snow (for evidence see the sheep photos further down). As part of this craziness we thought we'd offer a special deal for those who haven't bought a season pass or have friends who may have forgot? It's simple - if you purchase a club card you'll get one for free! This promotion runs from tonight (June 14) through to June 22, 2006. You can only purchase this through the website and your free card must be of the same or lesser value. What's a club card? A Club Card looks similar to a Season Pass. It has your photo on it and must be presented at the Ticketing Office to receive your discount (e.g. $14 off an adult lift pass). It makes sense if you are skiing or boarding 3 days or more at anytime throughout the season as well as doing other activities on your holiday. Club Card Card Price Club Card Day Pass Adult $35 $60 Student $30 $50 Child $20 $30 Other Activities? Other activities include deals with Shotover Jet, AJ Hackett, Queenstown Rafting, Lakeland Adventures (Wanaka) and other Queenstown and Wanaka winter activity companies. Cardrona

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Snowbird
Snowbird Summer Activities Start Saturday, June 17 Father’s Day Brunch and Barbecue Celebrations Sunday Snowbird, Utah – The summer fun begins at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort with the 11 a.m. opening of the Alpine Slide, ZipRider and Bungy Trampoline Saturday, June 17. Father’s Day celebrations will take place Sunday, June 18, with brunch and a barbecue lunch. “The snow is melting and the grass is growing with the arrival of summer at Snowbird,” said Snowbird President Bob Bonar. “This weekend marks the beginning of the resort’s summer operations with plenty of good food, entertainment and activities for Dads and families to enjoy.” The Alpine Slide, ZipRider, Bungy Trampoline and Aerial Tram will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily through the summer. All activities are weather conditions permitting. Returning this summer, Snowbird offers an All Day Activities Pass that provides unlimited, daily use of the ZipRider, Alpine Slide, Bungy Trampoline and Aerial Tram. This unlimited pass is $26 on weekdays and $30 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. A Combination Ticket offers thrill seekers one ride on each of the four activities for $21 on weekdays and $24 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Other summer activities include hiking, fishing, horseback and ATV tours in Mineral Basin, mountain scooters, mountain biking, a 12-story climbing wall, the Cliff Spa, patio dining, free weekend concerts, the Folk and Bluegrass festival (July 7-9), Rock and Blues festival (July 28-29) and Oktoberfest. Snowbird’s Father’s Day brunch at the Atrium, located in the Cliff Lodge, runs from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy live music, breakfast and lunch entrees, salads, soups, chili, fruit and a carver station along with a view of Mount Baldy. Brunch is $27.95 for adults and $14.95 for children ages 6-12. For reservations, call (801) 933-2181. The Father’s Day Plaza Deck barbecue, accessed by Snowbird Entry 2, starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m. Fathers and their families will dine on barbecued ribs, chicken, salmon, hamburgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob, potato salad and coleslaw. Desserts include warm apple strudel and house-made cookies. A live band will provide entertainment on the Plaza Deck. Adults eat for $16.95 and the barbecue is $9.95 for children. With each purchase of a barbecue lunch, guests can enjoy a free Aerial Tram ride to the top of Hidden Peak. For more information on the ZipRider, Bungy Trampoline, Alpine Slide, scenic Aerial Tram rides and other summer mountain activities at Snowbird, call the Snowbird Activity Center at (801) 933-2147 or visit Snowbird

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Falls Creel Australia
Three Lifts Running FALLS CREEK SNOW, ROAD & WEATHER REPORT This report is compiled in accordance with prevailing weather conditions at the time of preparation. Date 14/6/2006 Time 05:47 Very limited skiing TODAY'S WEATHER WIND SW Light Wind 16-25km/h TEMP Min Overnight -1.2 C Current 1.1 C VISIBILITY Excellent SNOW DEPTHS Average: 5cm Snow Making: 5+cm - Operating Sun Valley: 7cm Fresh Snow: 0cm Village: 2cm This Fall: -cm North Side: 5cm Last Snow: 11/06/06 ROAD Open and Clear FORECAST SUMMARY For full forecast - visit www.fallscreek.com.au Forecast:Wednesday Fine. Areas of cloud in the south, but clearer in the north. Moderate southwesterly wind. COMMENTS Another gorgeous day of sunshine expected today. Falls Express, Gully and Boardwalk are scheduled to operate and there are heavily discounted lift tickets and lessons available. Head up the top for an early season ride, or just enjoy a stroll in the sunshine. Maybe some snow headed our way on Friday.Bring it on! SNOW COVER Snowmakers are continuing to blast out snow while the conditions are suitable. LOCALS PICK Limited skiing and boarding on Boardwalk. ALPINE CONDITIONS Packed ALPINE GROOMING Overnight Heli Link Closed Terrain Park Closed All the details at Falls Creek

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Kirkwood
from Jeremy,... A reply ,…. currently, you are still able to ski Kirkwood top to bottom! We have a ton of snow and allow people to hike the entire mountain now that we are closed. This means that after the end of April, skiers have been accessing even the "forbidden" Cirque. If you are referencing hiking during our regular season, we do have an open boundary policy when avalanche conditions are low. permitted just about anywhere but the Cirque. Poeple must hike with a buddy and their avalanche gear and assume their own risk. On a side note, I will be leaving the company in late June to begin working for the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association in Tahoe City ON USFS LAND for other event and activities Look at: Kirkwood

Mammoth Mountain
Snow Report - Updated: Jun 12, 2006 1:50 PM What a beautiful week! New Snow (Main Lodge): 24hr total @ 6am: 0 "
Base Depth: 5 to 7 feet Surface Conditions: Machine Groomed / Spring Conditions Here is what we plan to operate this week and next week. -Monday-Thursday June 12-15: Broadway Express, - Stump Alley Express, -Facelift Express, -and Chair 23 oh yea ! !! DROP out chutes / Wipe out chutes !!! *Please note - no beginner terrain and no Scenic Gondola Rides

Friday, June 16: Broadway Express, Stump Alley Express, Facelift Express, and the Upper and Lower and Panorama Gondola*Please note -no beginner terrain Saturday-Sunday June 17-18: Broadway Express, Stump Alley Express, Facelift Express, Thunder Bound Express, and the Upper and Lower and Panorama Gondola*Please note -no beginner terrain Don't forget, Sierra Star Golf Course open June 21 - and the Mammoth Mountain Bike Park opens June 24.
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Falls Creek
FALLS CREEK SNOW, ROAD & WEATHER REPORT This report is compiled in accordance with prevailing weather conditions at the time of preparation. Date 13/6/2006 Time 05:49 Very limited skiing

TODAY'S WEATHER WIND W Light Wind 16-25km/h TEMP Min Overnight -2.7 C Current -1.5 C VISIBILITY Excellent SNOW DEPTHS Average: 8cm Snow Making: 8+cm - Operating Sun Valley: 9cm Fresh Snow: 0cm Village: 8cm This Fall: 8cm North Side: 7cm Last Snow: 11/06/06

ROAD Open and Clear FORECAST SUMMARY For full forecast - visit www.fallscreek.com.au Forecast: Tuesday Fine. Mostly clear. Light to moderate west to southwesterly wind. COMMENTS Another gorgeous day of sunshine expected today. Falls Express, Gully and Boardwalk are scheduled to operate and there are heavily discounted lift tickets and lessons available. Head up the top for an early season ride, or just enjoy a stroll in the sunshine. Clear skies through 'til Friday, stay tuned for any changes on the horizon! SNOW COVER Snowmakers are continuing to blast out snow while the conditions are suitable. LOCALS PICK Limited skiing and boarding on Boardwalk. visit Falls Creek- Australia


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Timberline Lodge Mt Hood
Timberline's lifts are open daily through September 4th
Another awesome day on the glacier, come on up, we are open today from 7am - 1:30pm for skiing, riding and sky rides -with the Terrain park open till 3:00pm - don't miss it! For more information on conditions and operating schedules call the SnoPhone at 503-222-2211 or click on the conditions link above. Please drive safely and we'll SKI YA ON THE MOUNTAIN! July 22nd and 23rd USSA MASTERS SUMMER FUN NATIONALS
The annual masters fun race takes place on Palmer Snowfield and is host to the nations top Masters Racers. Giant Slalom and Slalom will be run this year under the sunny skies of Timberline Ski Area. For informationa and Registration go to
Summer Fun Nationals

Timberline LodgePalmer Glacier on Mt Hood

Falls CreeK - Australia
FORECAST SUMMARY For full forecast - visit www.fallscreek.com.au Forecast: Saturday Fine until snow showers develop later in the day. Mostly cloudy with wind tending southerly and gradually strengthening. COMMENTS There are heaps of activities to enjoy for the young and the young at heart at Falls this weekend. Film Fest, happy hours, live music, great dining experiences, snow play and more. Falls Express and Gully chair will run today, so head up the top, play in the snow and check out our two new lifts, Mouse Trap and Monkey Bar. Welcome and Enjoy! SNOW COVER Snowmakers have been pumping out heaps of snow to create a great base for snow play this weekend. LOCALS PICK Head up Falls Express for fun in the snow. Falls Creek

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Steamboat Summer
The Steamboat Gondola will open this Friday, June 9 through Sunday, June 11, with FREE Gondola Square Adventure Zone activities from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday and $5 Gondola rides from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. Now's the time to decide whether a mountain bike or a diggler is your fancy for tackling Steamboat's trails. Or if you prefer, experience a guided gourmet hike atop beautiful Mount Werner. Try your luck at one or all of Gondola Square Adventure Zone's activities, including Giggle Gulch Mini-Golf, Slingshot Bungee Jump, East Face Climbing Wall and our newest attraction, the Human Gyro.
Summer Events
June 15 - FREE Music on the Green at Yampa River Botanic Park June 16 - Steamboat Gondola and Adventure Zone opens for daily operations through Aug 27 June 16-17 - 18th Annual Mustang Roundup June 22 - FREE Music on the Green at Yampa River Botanic Park June 26 - 13th Annual Hospice Golf Tournament June 27 - Quartetto Gelato: Travels on the Orient Express, Strings in the Mountains Music Festival June 29 - FREE Music on the Green at Yampa River Botanic Park June 30 - FREE Chamber Music Concert, Rocky Mountain Summer Conservatory June 30-July 1 - Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series June 30 - FREE Summer Concert Series featuring Chicago Blues Reunion Steamboat

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Valle Nevado
2x1!!... Season Opening Opportunity Take the incredible “2x1” opportunity offered by Valle Nevado to start the 2006 season with the best entertainment and snow of the Andes Cordillera. If you check-in between June 16 and 18, and for a minimum of 5 days – in Valle Nevado or Puerta del Sol Hotels – the first guest pays full fare and the second guest is free. For further information, contact us at: reservas@vallenevado.com or call: 56 2 477 77 05 New Valle Members Program Exchanging daily tickets, taking ski lessons, renting equipment, and getting substantial discounts in the ski center shops are some of the benefits of the fidelity program launched by Valle Nevado for its Valle Members. To become a Valle Member just approach our box office and fill a form, or register in our webpage www.vallenevado.com. In a few days you will receive your membership card and will be able to earn points for benefits and discounts.
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Whistler Blackcomb & CANADIAN Ski Council
After an amazing winter season at Whistler Blackcomb the show will go on this summer with glacier skiing and riding. Beautiful weather is here and Ullr has left a pile of snow that will put this summer’s glacier skiing and riding on track to be one of the best in years. Glacier skiing and riding on Blackcomb Mountain’s Horstman Glacier begins June 5 through to the end of July. “We’ve got lots of snow to create incredible camp terrain features this summer,” says Stu Osborne, Whistler Blackcomb Parks & Glacier Operations Supervisor. “There is lots of snow on the glacier to build a large variety of features and to bring back the public half pipe.” Starting on June 5, and continuing through to the end of July, the summer glacier operation entices the best pro skiers and riders to coach and train with summer camps like Momentum, Camp of Champions and High North Ski Camp. Each camp caters to all ages and skill levels and teaching the latest tricks and techniques to the willing. Every year the camps get better with more innovative terrain and every year the big names show up to coach and impress. The Horstman Hut at the top of the 7th Heaven chair is open daily for lunch or snacks. While enjoying the view from the patio, top it off with a BBQ at 7,400 feet. “The Horstman Hut Patio is the best place to be in the summer. The view, the sun, the BBQ’s and of course the skiing are all part of the great atmosphere on Blackcomb,” continues Osborne. “Many guests come up for the sightseeing, to eat lunch in the high alpine or to check out the glacier action – it’s a great experience.”
http://www.skicanada.org
Whistler Blackcomb

Thursday, June 08, 2006 *** For many users, Blogger will have been extremely slow or down for most of the morning. We continue to work on fixes for this problem and hope to have it resolved as quickly as possible. I apoligize for the delays

Snowbird
Brother Bob "The Devil" & friends report good conditions! While work continues on the Mountain for next season, The Tram will take you to the Top. "THE CIRC" is open !
For all that is going on at The Bird or to ick up a summer pass; Snowbird New Zealand Snow Co.
Only 2 days to go until Mt. Hutt and Coronet Peak open! The Remarks are set to open on the 24th of June. Ruapehu ski fields are scheduled to open on June the 16th. Cardrona is set to open on the 23rd of June, followed closely by TC on the 27th and then Snowpark on the 30th. Temple Basin, Broken River and Mt. Cheeseman are looking to open on the 24th of June with Porter Heights on the 28th. Round Hill and Ohau are set to open in the the first week of July. BRING IT ON!!!!

8 June 2006 The first big event in June is the Auckland 2006 Ski & Snowboard Expo at Snowplanet this weekend (Sat 10th & Sun 11th). Snow Co New Zealand

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Steamboat
Steamboat Ski Area and the larger community are poised for a great season in 2006/07 when you match these capital improvement plans with the resort’s industry leading guest service, family and on-mountain programs," stated Chris Diamond, president of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. The Sunshine project includes the replacement of the Sunshine triple chairlift with a high-speed detachable quad chairlift, a new trail and expanded snowmaking coverage. Staemboat

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Saas – Fee
During the "Herbschtmanund" as September is called in the Saas valley dialect, guests will benefit from the Saas Valley Card, with which they will be able to travel free on the railway and Post Bus systems.
*Ed note a good value if you plan on visiting both Zermatt and Saas- Fee
Saas-Fee Tourism 3906 Saas-Fee T: +41 27 958 18 58 F: +41 27 958 18 60 to@saas-fee.ch www.saas-fee.ch

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USSA
| CHRIS KNIGHT NAMED WOMEN'S HEAD TECH COACH PARK CITY, Utah (June 8) - Chris Knight, a U.S. Ski Team coach since the 2003 season, has been promoted to head coach of the U.S. women's slalom and giant slalom team, Head Coach Patrick Riml announced. Knight, who was born and grew up ski racing in New Zealand, replaces Trevor Wagner, who resigned. He graduated with an undergraduate degree from Canterbury College in Christchurch and is working toward a master's in sports science and sports coaching from Australia's University of Queensland. Knight joined the U.S. staff with the 2003 season at the Europa Cup level before moving to the women's WC speed team for a season. He's spent the last two winters coaching the women's tech skiers. Previously, Knight coached Australian great Zali Steggall, the 1998 Olympic medalist and '99 World Championships slalom gold medalist, before becoming personal coach for Great Britain's Chemmy Alcott. "Chris has coached at a variety of positions during his four years with us and he's always shown great leadership, great team spirit," Riml said. "He finds ways to make things happen for the women and I'm sure he'll be an outstanding head coach." U.S. Alpine Director Jesse Hunt echoed Riml. "Chris has been a key player in the women's team in a number of roles. While he has been gaining experience and rounding out his skills, he has earned the trust of the athletes and staff. Chris will bring consistency and continuity to what has been a continually evolving program." Knight lives in Park City.
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Bear Valley
BEAR VALLEY, Calif. –March 15, 2006 – Bear Valley Mountain Resort, the premier year-round family destination, today unveiled plans to add a new high-speed lift to the mountain. The addition of the quad lift, scheduled for operation in the 2006-07 ski season, comes as part of Bear Valley’s first phase facilities upgrade plans to enhance and expand the resort’s facilities and nearby lodging. The new high-speed lift, manufactured by Leitner Poma of America, will replace Bear Valley’s Hibernation Chair and represents one of the most advanced, environmentally-friendly high speed quad lifts in production. Providing faster loading for skiers, a smoother ride and power redundancy to ensure always-on operation, the lift will reach the summit in less than half the time of the Hibernation Chair. With 67 trails, including double Black Diamond slopes and an abundance of intermediate runs, skiers of all ages and abilities have long enjoyed Bear Valley’s scenic beauty, family atmosphere and diversified terrain. The addition of the new lift is one of many changes in the last 10 months as a result of the ownership change in July 2005. Other improvements include increased grooming capability, lodge remodeling, improved transportation to and from the mountain, enhanced guest services and Direct-to-lift tickets. Bear Valley’s new season passes have also been enhanced to offer more value including all-season discounts to horseback riding, rafting, summer concerts, mountain biking and cross-country skiing. All Bear Valley season pass holders receive 10 percent off food and retail shop purchases at the Winter Lift, group lessons (ages 9+), ski / snowboard repairs and child care (ages 2+). “Bear Valley continues to build upon its reputation as one of the premiere family destination in the Sierra’s,” said Jim Gentling, general manager, Bear Valley Mountain Resort. “The additions of our new high-speed quad lift combined with the tremendous value of the 2006/2007 season passes provide more great ways for visitors to enjoy the mountain.” BearValley

FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Sapporo (JPN) from 22nd February ? 4th March, 2007, the three Nordic disciplines will also be held together at the Lahti Ski Games (FIN) from 9th-11th March and at the Holmenkollen Ski Festival (NOR) from 17th-18th March. Oslo will host the season finals for Nordic Combined while the Ski Jumping season will culminate on the Ski Flying hill of Planica (SLO) on 24th-25th March and the Cross-Country skiers end their season in Falun (SWE) on 24th-25th March

Audi Alpine FIS World Cups, the season will start, for the seventh time, with the ladies' and men's giant slalom on the glacier in Sölden (AUT) on 28th-29th October. The season sees an innovation by continuing after just a two-week break with slalom competitions at Levi (FIN), which will also be the first-ever men?s World Cup race in Finland. The FIS Alpine World Ski Championships are scheduled in Åre (SWE) from 3rd - 18th February. All in all, both the ladies? and men?s tours will include 17 venues on two continents. Like in 2004/05, the 2006/07 season finals will be held at Lenzerheide (SUI) from 14th ? 18th March, 2007.

Snowboard FIS World Cup will also launch with the traditional South American Season Opening in Valle Nevado (CHI) scheduled for 14th -17th September 2006. This season, the spectacular city Big Airs will be held in Prague (CZE), Stockholm (SWE), Klagenfurt (AUT) and Winterberg (GER). The Snowboard circuit will again tour the world: after the Snowboard FIS World Championships in Arosa (SUI) from 13th ? 20th January, 2007, and the rest of the European tour, it will move to Korea and Japan at the end of February before closing the season off in North America, where Quebec (CAN) will host the finals from 15th -18th March. FIS Ski

Kitzbühel
has made an elegant start to the summer, and is now overflowing with the fresh spirit and all the fun and action of summer - on the mountain and down in the valley. The more energetic can choose between the new interactive themed walking trails, the Golf Festival and a slalom through the street cafés. For those who prefer to do their mountain-climbing sitting down and admire the meadows with all their flowers the easy way, the red gondolas of the Hahnenkamm cable car are now operating again to carry walkers and the more leisurely inclined up to the top for a beautiful walk or simply to enjoy the spectacular views and the Tyrolean specialities in the mountain inn. www.kitzbuehel.com

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Stubai Glacier, Inssbruck
Weather: cloudy Temperature: -7°C Total snow depth: 230 cm Fresh snow: 0 cm Snow depth - mountain: 230 cm snow depth - valley: 0 cm Snow quality: Powder snow Open are: (Details) 5 of 24 lifts 3 of 26 slopes 9 kilometres of slope Ski run up to Top terminal Gamsgarten, 2.600m
Opening hours: First ride starts at: 08:00 Closing time of the cable lifts: 16.00 Stubai Galcier

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Tigenes France
The summer ski - snowbaord area at 3,000 m,has 130 hectares, 20 km of pistes,750 m of vertical drop. The park (750 m by 250 m) is the place to hang, with bumps, rails and jumps. The glacier is accessible to pedestrians, who can visit the Ice Grotto and see the glacier and surrounding peaks Grande Casse, Grande Sassiere, Mont Pourri, the Mont Blanc range. Tignes - Val d Isere


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Bariloche
Catedral Hill welcomes the 2006 winter season with lots of surprises and news for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy an extensive area covered with a blanket of excellent snow, and the better-equipped ski resort in South America. Newly-incorporated lift systems in the South Area access new runs and trails that meander through bushy lenga forests for you to broaden the countless sensations you will be able to experience within an unparalleled mixture of landscapes. Only 10 minutes and a season pass to access the whole mountain is what you need to reach the highest point of Catedral Hill, either taking the South Way (using Amancay Cablecar) or the North Way (using Séxtuple Chairlift). You will be at 2,000 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy one of the most impressive views of the Andes Mountain Range and the Patagonian lakes. The exciting choice of off-piste skiing.
More info contact Ski Patagonia

Austrian Air

Timberline Lodge

Photo Timberline Lodge, Pic of the day
Skies: Mostly Clear Temp: 38 degrees Wind: 0-5 MPH West New Snow: None Snow Depth (Base): 103" Upper Mountain Base: Glacier Timberline Lodge

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Squaw this Summer
While most other ski resorts close when the snow melts, Squaw stays busy all summer long. Enjoy a diverse line-up of great activities and events like the 5th annual Art, Wine & Music Festival, High Camp's Olympic Ice Pavilion and the Swimming Lagoon & Spa, spectacular mountain-top dining and world-class shopping. Kids love the Sky Jump, Climbing Wall, Ropes Course and Miniature Golf located at the base of the mountain. Trapeze Arts allows adults and kids a chance to learn the tricks of the circus in a safe and fun environment. For Summer Events and Activities, check out our Summer Events calendar! Squaw Valley

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Only 27 Days until the Silver Star Bike Park Opens! Be the first to jump on the Comet Express and ride downhill at Silver Star when we drop the gates on Thursday, June 29th. The mountain-top snow has vanished and the new Bike Park season starts up again for the July long weekend. If you haven`t bought your season pass yet, buy online now and ride all summer long. Try Before You Buy You haven't dug your treads into the downhill trails of Silver Star Bike Park??!!!!....so you held off buying a season pass. This is for you - "Try before you buy" on opening weekend. Buy a day ticket any day during opening weekend, Thursday through Monday, and test drive trails like World Cup, Rockstar, Superstar and Challenger, and we will give you your full money back when you buy your season pass. Need a place to stay? Try this "twofer" deal. Two people can stay for two nights in a trailside hotel and ride the Bike Park for two days for $67 per day per person. Upgrades to larger units are available. Call 1-800-663-4431 or email info@skisilverstar.com to make your booking. Click here for more details. Bike Camps Do you want to ride with the pros? Silver Star has a full slate of cool camps on offer throughout the summer. Moms and Dads be warned: there are great things for your kids to do here! Click here for more details. Alpine Season Passes On-Sale Now! Silver Star and Big White winter season passes are on sale now. With the new improvements at each resort it is guaranteed to be a great season. It's easy to buy your 2006 - 2007 season pass online now by visiting www.skisilverstar.com or www.bigwhite.com.
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Welcome to Bacardi,
Remember Bacardi get's the Job Done!

Crystal Mountain - Wa
Crystal Mountain is opening again for summer operations. Starting July 1st, 2006 (Saturdays and Sundays only) we will run the Chinook and Rainier Express chairlifts for Scenic Chairlift Rides and Sunset Dinners at the Summit House, Washington’s Highest Restaurant. www.skicrystal.com

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Mammoth Mountain
Ski through July 4th With record snowfall the slopes are in great condition for spring skiing. Save with the Endless Winter package, starting at $82 per person per night (restrictions apply). Book Online Now:
Mammoth
Adventure Center - June 24 Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge becomes the Summer Adventure Center in late June! Get ready for Scenic Gondola rides, the climbing rock and zip line, and mountain biking. Kids ride the gondola FREE with a paying adult. Stay and Play packages are available now. In partnership with Inyo National Forest http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/inyo/
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Falls Creek Australia
Falls Creek Resort Winter Newsletter Welcome to Winter 2006 Welcome back to winter! You're going to find a few things have changed since you were last with us. We hope you like them. We've been busy improving the mountain for 2006. Along with a new website and our new logo, we've also added new snowmaking, new lifts, new activities, new programs, new groomers, new entertainment, new free afternoon skiing, and more. There is something new for everyone. Read about them below or better still, come up and enjoy them over the next few months. Opening Weekend 2006 Opening Weekend is shaping up as another exciting (and possibly white) holiday at Falls Creek.
Victoria's largest alpine resort has already received several pre-winter snowfalls and the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting another for this weekend. Long range forecaster John Moore offers a particularly positive prediction of more than 35cm falling next week. We are all waiting eagerly...
But snow or no snow, there will still be plenty happening around the resort. more Film Fest @ Falls 2006 The third annual Film Fest @ Falls will take place in Falls Creek throughout Opening Weekend with more than 40 films to screen throughout the three days and entrants vying for more than $33,000 in prizes.
We hope you find what you're looking for. Of course, you can log on to http://www.fallscreek.com.au/accom/specials.asp any time of day or night to see the latest deals. more New For 2006 New website, new logo, new snowmaking, new lifts, new activities, new free afternoon skiing
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The Village at Squaw Valley
What's Happening This Month … June 1-8: Father’s Day Sale at PlumpJack Sport. PlumpJackSport is offering 20% off all men's wear. Treat Dad to something special. Also for the kids there will be a card making station, create a personalized card for your Dad this year. June 8: Sip and Shop at PlumpJack Sport PlumpJackSport hosts this special evening of wine, cheese and savings to thank our patrons! 5PM to 9PM. Click here for more information.
June 17: 4th Annual Celtic Solstice Celebration & Auld Dubliner 1st Year Anniversary Party Celebrate the longest day of the year Celtic style! Enjoy FREE Celtic entertainment and great drink & food specials throughout the day at the Auld Dubliner as well as live music into the evening for those that want to continue the celebration. Click here for details.
June 24 and 25: 2nd Annual Squaw Valley Fine Arts Festival! Stroll the Village on Saturday from 10 to 6 PM & Sunday 10 to 5 PM and enjoy paintings, photographs, ceramics, jewelry and other fine arts presented by California's finest professional arts. Click here for more information.
Coming this summer: FREE Outdoor Movies every Thursday Night at Dusk Throughout July and August. Click here for full movie listing.
The Villege at Squaw

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FIS
Decisions of the 45th International Ski Congress in Vilamoura (POR) Convening in Vilamoura (POR), the 45th International Ski Congress made the following important decisions: Decisions directly related to the ski sports Acceptance of Ladies’ Ski Jumping into the program of the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. Pending approval by the organizer, an individual event on the normal hill could be included as soon as at the 2009 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Liberec (CZE) and a team event as of the 2011 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Oslo (NOR). The Congress also decided to submit a proposal to the International Olympic Committee to include a Ladies Ski Jumping event in the program of the Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver (CAN) in 2010. Inclusion of a Nordic Combined Mass Start competition into the program of the FIS Nordic World Championships. Pending approval by the organizer, the event could be introduced as early as at the 2009 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Liberec (CZE). Increase of the maximum age for athletes at the Junior World Ski Championships in Ski Jumping from 18 to 20. Rejection of an introduction of FIS World Championships in Long Distance Cross-Country Skiing. As an alternative, the Congress asked the Cross-Country Committee to investigate the options for increasing the length of the longest Cross-Country Skiing race on the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships program. Adoption of detailed criteria for FIS disciplines and events, including the possibility of exclusion of a discipline from FIS when it is no longer practiced in at least twelve National Ski Associations on at least two continents. Moreover, the Congress decided that the status of FIS World Championships and FIS Junior World Championships in all disciplines may only be afforded when there are a minimum of eight (8) nations participating/represented in a competition.
Alpine Skiing Nations’ Team Event The nations’ team event was introduced at the 2005 FIS Alpine Ski World Championships in Bormio (ITA) and only the best nations are eligible to compete in the event. The competition consists of a super-G and a one-run slalom with four of the six entered athletes, two men and two ladies, participating in each race. At the end, the athletes’ rankings in their respective group results are added up to determine the overall ranking of each nation. In Bormio, nine nations challenged for the first edition of the competition where Germany claimed a surprise triumph ahead of Austria. In the second edition at the FIS World Cup finals in Åre (SWE), the best eight teams were at start. For next season, two nations’ team events are planned: at the FIS Alpine Ski World Championships in Åre, and at the FIS World Cup finals in Lenzerheide (SUI).
FIS Ski
www.fis-ski.com

FROM THE fLIP SIDE jUNE Mt Hutt Scheduled Opening 04/06 Mt Hutt Skiing/Snowboarding Coronet Peak Scheduled Opening Date 11/06 Coronet Peak Skiing/Snowboarding The Remarkables Scheduled Opening Date 25/06 The Remarkables Skiing/Snowboarding Local Series 29/06 Mt Hutt Skiing/Snowboarding Local Series 29/06 Mt Hutt Skiing/Snowboarding jULY Lindauer Queenstown Winter Festival 01/07 Coronet Peak Festivals Pre-Masters Series 03/07 Mt Hutt Skiing Element Peak to Peak 09/07 Queenstown Skiing/Snowboarding Coronet Peak Winter Festival Big Air 10/07 Coronet Peak Extreme

Arapahoe Basin
Arapahoe Basin is set to close June 4, 2006! Lift Hours Exhibition Hours Saturday - Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Lenawee Chairlifts Everyday 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Arapahoe Basin

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From Snow 365 / Patrick Thorne

India's Rohtang Pass Opens For Summer Skiing
A combination of recent heavy snow, a heat wave across India and the opening of the Opass road a month ahead of schedule has led to booming snow business for the Rohtang Pass in the country's Himachal Pradesh region.
The road, which peaks at 3980m (13.050 feet) 51-km (32 miles) from Manali becomes a centre of winter sports as soon as it opens in May or june each year, with snowmobiling, tubing, skiing, sleigh and yak rides all popular with tourists visiting the region.
Temperatures in Delhi have reached 45 degrees, whilst those at the Rohtang Pass are down closer to freezing. Congestion in the area, which is the gateway to the beautiful Kullu valley, has led to police being called to keep traffic moving.
Also From Patrick Thorne / snow 365
Diablerets Offers Cross Country Glacier Skiing This Summer
The summer glacier skiing area at Les Diablerets in Switzerland will be available for cross-country skiers only this summer, with the season scheduled to start on July 1st. There will be a 5km loop for cross-country ski fans.
The stunningly beautiful ski area close to Gstaad and known as Glacier 3000 had previously offered four different summer ski lifts on the glacier, which is reached by taking two spectacular cable car rides in succession. The glacier lifts include one chairlift and three T-bar ski lifts which previously accessed five or six runs. The area was even more popular withsummer 'boarders than with skiers.
Glacier 3000 came under the ownership of Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone a year ago and was not open for summer skiing at all in 2005.
Diablerets
Snow 365

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Whistler
Whistler Starts Work on New Quad Whistler Blackcomb has broken ground on the construction of the Piccolo Express, the resort's newest high speed detachable quad. The new lift on Whistler Mountain will be open for the beginning of the 2006/2007 season and will run from the bottom of Flute Bowl to the peak of Piccolo. It will provide access to more than 1,000 acres of spectacular high alpine terrain. With a current alpine snow base of approximately two metres or six feet, the resort is still open for skiing and riding. Beginning construction while there is such a significant amount of snow on the ground is a strategic environmental move. The snow acts as a protective layer to the ecosystem underneath, minimizing the construction footprint as much as possible. The new Piccolo Express Lift will open up a brand new era of high alpine access for intermediate skiers and snowboarders as well as the experts. For the first time, guests will have high speed lift access to this spectacular terrain, with its legendary vast bowls, deep snow and exciting gladed sub-alpine skiing. The new lift will provide access to a range of gentle and challenging terrain including the wide open upper bowl area, a new high-intermediate gladed area, and two new conventionally cut trails for low-intermediates.
Whistler Blackcomb is currently open for Summer Skiing and Riding
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Falls Creek - Australia
The approach of the 2006 winter season at Falls Creek, barely two weeks away, has stimulated a frenzy of activity on and off the resort's slopes. The Australian resort has installed the longest moving carpet in the country, named Mouse Trap. The family-friendly, covered moving carpet (the first and only covered carpet in the southern hemisphere) is 114 metres long. The carpet replaces the Tom Thumb lift and has been imported from Austria, to transport the resort's growing number of children to the top of a gentle slope.
Falls Creek Ski Lifts has installed an additional beginner-friendly ski lift at Playground (aptly called Monkey Bar) to make life even easier for newcomers to skiing and snowboarding. Both Monkey Bar and Mouse Trap lifts are quite close to the award-winning children's Snowsport School, which facilitates easy access for an instructor with his (or her) group of budding skiers and boarders.

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RCR Resorts
At Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, Choose Choice: From the RCR Super Membership, which offers the variety of four great ski resorts, including Lake Louise Mountain Resort, Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort and Nakiska. Or, hit the slopes in southeastern British Columbia with the BC Rockies membership, or choose one of your favorite mountains for a season of endless winter fun. Midweek adult passes start at $339, or treat the whole family starting from just $979. This year, we also give you 21 other great reasons to become a Season’s Pass Member. RCR provides passholders with over $800 worth of additional benefits, including a 25% discount on the purchase of a 2006/7 Head or Rossignol Ski and Binding Package at any Sports Alpine location, 20% off après ski food orders at select on-mountain facilities, and more! Being a passholder in the RCR family also allows for early and late season skiing at Lake Louise Mountain Resort. Do you have a child that will be in Grade 2 next winter? Take advantage of the Husky Snow Stars Grade 2 Fun PassTM program. Any child born in 1999 or who will be enrolled in Grade 2 in September can receive a 2006/07 ski pass FREE to ski at Lake Louise Mountain Resort, Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort or Nakiska Ski Resort! Get your kids on the slopes! For more information about this program, visit www.skircr.com. It’s easy to purchase your Season’s Pass! Season’s Pass Memberships may be purchased online by visiting www.skircr.com/membership, or visit our office at 1505-17 Avenue SW in Calgary. Early bird prices are in effect only until June 9th. Act now and treat yourself and your family to a full season of terrific Rockies skiing!
About Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Resorts of the Canadian Rockies www.skircr.com, is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning six ski resorts across Canada, including Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Nakiska in Alberta; and Fernie Alpine Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia. RCR also owns and manages a number of hotels, backcountry lodges and golf courses, including Trickle Creek in Kimberley, and Wintergreen Golf and Country Club in Bragg Creek. RCR aims to provide each and every guest The Ultimate Experience.
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So the snow feels like Silly putty? Chances are on older corn, dusted by spring pollen and wind blown contaminates, the wax is NOT Helping. Clean corn yes! Wax however in SOME cases the wax may actually act like ELMER's Glue can bond the dust and pollen to the bottom and cause drag, like in going over the Handle bars. So when the slurppy stuff gets HEAVY,sloppy, Thick, pancake batter, You may be better of scraping the bottoms clean