November 19, 2008 – Sun Peaks, BC – The Austrian Ski Team has been training at Sun Peaks all week and with snow in the forecast, Sun Peaks is set to open the mountain to the general public.

Sun Peaks Resort will be open for limited skiing on Sunday, November 23, 2008. The Sunburst Chairlift will open at 9am for both up and down loading of guests. Elevation Chair will be operating for skiing and riding on the Cahilty and Upper Five Mile only.

Lift tickets will be half price with the limited opening, at $35.00/ticket.

“We are excited to announce the start of our 2008-09 alpine season this Sunday,” comments Anne Haight, Director of Marketing and Sales with Sun Peaks Resort Corporation. “The winter vibe is already evident as the Austrian National Ski Team has been training on snow since Monday. Although today is a gorgeous bluebird day, the forecast calls for more snow later this week, along with colder temperatures which will enable us to continue to make more snow. We are keen to open more terrain and lifts as the snow conditions dictate.”

The Sunburst Restaurant will be open, as well as most other shops in the Sun Peaks Village. Bento’s Day Lodge will be open for boot change and washroom facilities only.

Sun Peaks Snow Guns

Winter has arrived at Sun Peaks Resort, so grab your skis or board and get set for a fantastic season on the slopes.

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