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8″ of New Snow + Ski Free in Winter Park
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Dear Snow Lover,
Old man winter sure is feeling frisky today with 8 inches of new snow overnight and it’s still coming down. The timing couldn’t be better, with opening day only three weeks away on November 18 and the best early season deal in our 70 year history just announced yesterday — Ski Free in Winter Park. The deal is sweet. Stay two nights or more between opening day and Christmas and get a free lift ticket for each night stayed. For full details, and to book online, visit PlayWinterPark.com. (more…)
Build-your-own Goggles Lets Skiers And Boarders Navigate Snow Conditions In Style
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Product News
LAKE FOREST, Calif. – Skiers and snowboarders serious about performance know how important selecting the right goggle can be when visual clarity is demanded on the slopes. This year, winter warriors will not have to sacrifice performance for individual style with the introduction of the completely custom Oakley® A Frame™ snow goggle.
Winter sport enthusiasts now have the freedom to make a statement on the mountain with the ability to select from six unique frames, lens and strap combinations to create the perfect look. At sport performance sunglass retailer N3L Optics, enthusiasts can take it even further through innovative retail technology such as the “Explorer Chamber” to measure the true fit and lens clarity against varying light and air flow conditions. (more…)
Gunnison-Crested Butte Launches “Double Dog Dare You” Facebook Contest
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Win a getaway to “The Last Great Ski Town in Colorado”
GUNNISON-CRESTED BUTTE, Colo. (Oct. 26, 2009) — Gunnison-Crested Butte is known for being a place you can let your hair down for a little R & R and adventure, whether you like it laidback or extreme. The locals are known for chatting it up with visitors and pointing the way to their favorite places. In keeping with this unique spirit, the Gunnison-Crested Butte Tourism Association today launched a “Double Dog Dare You” campaign on Facebook to celebrate the 2009/10 ski season.
Become a friend at www.facebook.com/gcbta, explain in 50 words or less why you should be selected to visit Crested Butte this winter, and submit a photo of yourself enjoying a snowsport. The winner will receive three night’s lodging at The Ruby of Crested Butte bed and breakfast, four lift tickets from Crested Butte Mountain Resort ski area and a $100 gift certificate for Django’s Restaurant & Wine Bar, located at the ski base. (more…)
Homegrown: Venture Snowboards
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Industry News
Jonesing for your first true powder day of the season? We are too…
Until then, check out this short video for an insider’s view of Venture Snowboards: (more…)
Ten Ski Trip Tips For Trying Times
12 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Crested Butte Mountain Resort reveals secrets for uncovering value at any ski and snowboard resort this season
CRESTED BUTTE, Colo. – Oct. 15 – As snow begins to fall across the U.S., ski and snowboard enthusiasts are dusting off equipment, unpacking puffy coats and researching season pass options and travel packages from their favorite resorts. There are great deals to be found this season, and Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) wants to help guests uncover the best value for their dollar. The resort has pulled together the top industry tips highlighting ten ways to save money on a winter trip while enjoying everything a destination has to offer. CBMR opens for the season on November 25. (more…)
Sia Announces Free Lift Ticket Offer For Snow Show Attendees
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Industry News
SIA partners with Colorado Ski Country USA to give Show attendees a chance to “Ski the Best of Colorado.”
MCLEAN, Va. (October 13, 2009) – Earlier today, SIA announced a fantastic incentive for those heading to the first-ever Snow Show at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver (Jan. 28-31). In conjunction with Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA), SIA will provide Snow Show retailer attendees coupons for free lift tickets and 2 for 1 lift tickets for all other Show attendees to use three days before and/or three days after the Snow Show.
Registered Show attendees (pre-registration ends 12.17.09) will receive valuable coupons, along with their badges, entitling them to free or 2 for 1 lift tickets at participating Colorado Ski Country USA resorts (see details below). Snow Show attendees will be able to take full advantage of the amazing ski/snowboard terrain that has made Colorado world famous. (more…)
Venture Partners With Protect Our Winters For Green Board Graphics Contest
02 years ago
Silverton, CO – October 12, 2009 – Venture Snowboards is proud to announce a partnership with Protect Our Winters.
Protect Our Winters (POW) is a non-profit environmental organization formed in 2007 by professional snowboarder Jeremy Jones. The organization’s mission is to reverse the global warming crisis by uniting and mobilizing the winter sports community to have a direct and positive impact on climate change. For the winter 2009/2010 season, Venture will emblazon all its Euphoria powder boards – both solid and split – with the POW logo, and donate a portion of sales from these boards to POW.
In addition, Venture and POW are sponsoring a snowboard graphic contest to increase awareness of environmental issues. Through January 1, 2010, Venture is accepting submissions of artwork that focus on winter, the environment, and activism. The winning design will be incorporated into a run of special edition POW boards for winter 2010/2011. (more…)
Our best early bird deal yet ends in days – 3rd night free from $59 pp/pn
02 years ago
by Press Release
in Resort News
Wake up to a whole new experience at Winter Park.
A lot has changed here at Winter Park Resort. Sure, we still have some of the most consistent snow around and the Authentic Colorado® friendliness that we’ve become famous for – but we’ve also grown. You can now get to the top of the mountain faster with the four new lifts we’ve added in the last five years. (more…)