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Whistler - Blackcomb B.C.
TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival (April 16-25) is one of winter’s most anticipated events, boasting 10 days of concerts, competitions and legendary parties. www.whistlerblackcomb.com

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Arapahoe Basin
Not closing until late June or Early July Arapahoe Basin also boasts one of the longest seasons in North America. May -Shakin' at the Basin - That Eighties Day & Rail Jam May - Annual Festival of the Brew Pubs/ Memorial Weekend Beach Party May -Shakin' at the Basin - May Concert Series www.arapahoebasin.com

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Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Mountain Extends Ski and Snowboard Season to July 4, 2010
Mammoth Mountain, CA – Thanks to incredible snowfall throughout the 2009/10 winter season, Mammoth Mountain will extend its winter operations for daily skiing and riding to July 4, 2010.
Mammoth Mountain has received over 41 feet (493 inches) of snowfall this season including more than three feet of snow in the first week of April. With a current base depth of 11 feet to 15 feet of snow, Mammoth is experiencing the best snowfall season since the record breaking 2005/06 season, when over 50 feet of snow fell on the mountain.
Long known for snow seasons that stretch well into spring and summer, this will mark the 11th time that Mammoth Mountain has been open for skiing and riding on the Fourth of July within the last 31 years of operation.
Mammoth Mountain’s high alpine bowls offer some of the best spring riding available anywhere. Construction will start soon on a high altitude spring terrain park featuring jumps, rails and a 22-foot Super Duper Pipe accessible from Face Lift Express

>>> I have spent many of my July 4th at either Mammoth or Mt Hood, Always a great time in the Wipe Out Drop out or Gravy Chutes Grampy's a good place for a Cool one!

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South American Snow Sessions In an ongoing effort to offer the coolest camp experience on the planet, South America Snow Sessions is stoked to announce the new SASS world headquarters for the Summer of 2007 in Bariloche, Argentina! See articles on the new SASS lodge and Bariloche region for more information. AS the season in South America approaches, this SASS Blast will keep you updated on all you need to know. Stay tuned. SASS has contracted our own lodge for the 2007 season!!! The SASS facility in Bariloche is a full service lodge. Fully equipped with lake & mountain views, private chef, maid service, a massive lobby with 2 floors, multiple fireplaces, dining hall, Spanish classroom, disco/karaoke area, video review area, soccer field, pool tables, ping pong tables, foosball, wireless internet, editing studios and more the SASS lodge will be rockin'! Located in the Rio Negro province of Argentina, Bariloche is 15 kilometers from the resort. SASS lodging will be 7 kilometers from town and 12 from the mountain Cerro Catedral. Cerro Catedral, known for its huge amount of inbounds terrain, sick tree riding, modern system of 20 lifts, multiple pomas and gondolas, progressive terrain park and easily accessible backcountry. The SASS Lodge is located near the city of San Carlos de Bariloche which offers all the amenities of a full blow tourist destination including, airport, modern hospital, shopping, restaurant, nightlife, tons of cultural activities, museums, forests, lakes and mountains. Bariloche is part of the Patagonia region of Argentina, recognized through out the world for its infinite wealth of natural beauty. Only 2 months until SASS Comes together once again to slay jumps, crush terrain, slash pow lines, point chutes, get tons of footage/photos, eat the best steaks in world, learn Spanish with Diego and have the best time ever. Almost every September, Las Lenas is invaded by the Santa Rosa storm which leaves up tp 10 feet of a snow within 3 days. The resort is free of crowds and filled with some of the most breathtaking terain in the world. Helicopter and Snowcat acceess makes an already awesome area truly off the chain. During September SASS will be offering 10 and 17 day trips to Las Lenas. We customize packages for each client. please contact www.SASNOWSESSIONS.COM

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National Ski Areas Association
The National Ski Areas Association is the trade association for ski area owners and operators. It represents 326 alpine resorts that account for more than 90 percent of the skier/snowboarder visits nationwide. Additionally, it has 400 supplier members who provide equipment, goods and services to the mountain resort industry.

NSAA analyzes and distributes ski industry statistics; produces annual conferences and trade shows; produces a bimonthly industry publication and is active in state and federal government affairs. The association also provides educational programs and employee training materials on industry issues including OSHA, ADA and NEPA regulations and compliance; environmental laws and regulations; state regulatory requirements; aerial tramway safety; and resort operations and guest service.

NSAA was established in 1962 and was headquartered in Springfield, Mass. In 1989 NSAA merged with SIA (SnowSports Industries America) and moved to McLean, Va. The merger was dissolved in 1992 and NSAA was relocated to Lakewood, Colo., because of its central geographic location. NSAA is located in the same office building as the Professional Ski Instructors of America and the National Ski Patrol in Lakewood, Colo., a suburb west of Denver.
EVENT
National Convention & Tradeshow May 2-5, 2010 Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, FL

www.nsaa.org/
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Air France

Air France
Spring 2010 Resorts
Mt. Hood Timberline Lodge Timberline's lifts are open
Timberline Lodge
http://www.timberlinelodge.com/
Europe

Austria
Kaprun
Zell am See-Kaprun

Moelltaler Glacier
Moelltaler Glacier

Hintertuxer Glacier
Hintertux Glacier

Stubai Glacier
Stubai Glacier

France

Chamonix-France
Chamonix
Tignes
Mid June Glacier opening
August Ski Bikini Contest
www.tignes.net

Engelberg-CH
Engelberg

Saas- Fee-CH
Saas- fee

Verbier-CH
Verbier

Zermat-CH
Zermatt

South America
Argentina
Catedral
Catedral Alta Patagonia

Chapelco
Chapelco

Las Lenas
Las Lenas

Chile

La Parva
La Parva

Portillo
Portillo

Termas Chillan
Termas Chillan

Valle Nevado
Valle Nevado

Australia
Falls Creek
Falls Creek

New Zealand

Cardrona
Cardrona

Coronet Peak
Coronet Peak

Treble Cone
Treble Cone

New Zealand
Cardrona
Cardrona

Coronet Peak
Coronet Peak

Treble Cone
Treble Cone

It is with regret after giving much thought that Endless Winter will be reducing the size, and frquency of coverage next season. This is primarily due to changes in the economy, decreased advertising & sponsorship and other factors.

Closed for the weekend, Gone skiing !