(Big Bear Lake, Calif. – November 29, 2007) – Big Bear Mountain Resorts today welcomes Female Rider of the Year to its 2007 – 2008 professional riding team. Hana Beaman brings added experience to the already stellar team, which includes veterans J.P. Walker, Seth Huot, Laurie Heiskari and Simon Chamberlain.

On December 8, Bear Mountain marks an industry first when it unveils Simon Chamberlain’s custom designed jib in “The Scene”. Chamberlain will be on hand to sign autographs, showoff his skills on his own creation, and then will give all riders the opportunity to test their skills on his pro-designed jib.

In addition to Chamberlain, Seth Huot, J.P. Walker and Lauri Heiskari have also designed custom jibs that will be unveiled throughout the 2007-2008 season in “The Scene.” Bear Mountain’s Pro Team also includes up-and-coming pros Nima Jalali, Chris Bradshaw and Zak Hale.

For her part, 25-year-old Beaman, who took first place in last year’s U.S. Open Quarterpipe and Slopestyle competitions and claimed silver at the Winter X-Games, is excited to return to her hometown of Big Bear.

“I grew up in Big Bear and I learned to ride at Bear Mountain,” said Beaman. “It’s a great feeling to come back home. Bear Mountain has a history of supporting and embracing snowboarders. They are always looking to what’s new, and allow the team to experiment in a creative environment that I think will really help me grow as a rider.”

With the addition of Beaman, the Pro Team is ready to take Bear Mountain by storm. Both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain officially kicked off their season on November 24.

Beyond the four acclaimed jib-designers, the men’s team also boasts riders Johnny Miller, Scott Vine, Clayton Shoemaker, Mike Burton, Chad Tarbell, Ryan Tarbell, Anthony Mazzotti, Lenny Mazzotti, Daniel Brown, Devin Allen and free skier Tyler Holleron. Female team riders include Melissa Evans, Dana Star, Tammy Varner, June B, Jenna Klein, as well as free skier Tamara Loudy.

SEASON PASSES ON SALE THROUGH DECEMBER 2nd
2007/2008 Winter Season Passes are on sale through Sunday December 2nd. Take advantage of the best deal out there while you still can. If you are a skier or snowboarder who goes at least once a month then a season pass is for you! It can pay for itself in as little as 5 visits.

Remember, there are three ways to get to Big Bear: Hwy 18/330, Hwy 38 and Hwy 18. Visit bigbearmountainresorts.com for the latest information on road conditions and current weather and snowmaking conditions. You may also call 800-BEAR-MTN.

About BBMR
Big Bear Mountain Resorts (BBMR) includes Snow Summit Mountain Resort and Bear Mountain Resort. The two resorts are of similar size and are located in the San Bernardino Mountains, just a tank of gas away roundtrip from most areas in Southern California.

Together, BBMR has the region’s most progressive terrain parks, most dependable snow conditions, the largest full-service learning programs and a multitude of premier services. BBMR received the most skier visits of any Southern California winter resort for the 2005/2006 season.

Snow Summit Ski Corporation owns and operates Big Bear Mountain Resorts consisting of Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Summit Mountain Resort, located in Big Bear Lake, California and Sierra Summit Mountain Resort located near Fresno, California. For more information, please visit bigbearmountainresorts.com. Big Bear Mountain Resorts is an equal opportunity service provider operating under a San Bernardino National Forest special use permit. For more information, including a downloadable press kit, visit bigbearmountainresorts.com.