Fresh News and Events

Falls Creek, VIC, July 27, 2008 - Wintry weather and a coating of fresh snow

Wintry weather and a coating of fresh snow - a very good week ahead  for snow enthusiasts of any persuasion.
 
After a memorable week of ideal snow conditions and frequent sub zero overnight temperatures the snow conditions at Falls Creek are about to get even better.

Mt Hutt, NZ, July 24 2008 - 90 centimetres of fresh snow

90 centimetres of fresh snow at Mt Hutt over the past 48 hours holds a tantalizing promise for skiers and riders planning to visit the high country ski area this weekend.

Mt Hutt Ski Area Manager Dave Wilson said the fresh snow had added to an already good base and he expected snow conditions would be fantastic when the weather cleared.

NZ Ski, July 23, 2008 - Snow fun continues in New Zealand with Mt Hutt Ski Resort

Snow fun continues in New Zealand with Mt Hutt Ski Resort experiencing a bumper season, receiving up to 80cm of new snowfalls, while in Queenstown the cover remains thick and fast, ready for The Remarkables to open its snow tubing park.

At Mt Hutt, snow has also settled all the way down to the bottom of the access road which is blocked due to the conditions. The crew are on standby to access the mountain as soon as conditions allow.

Snow Hunter's Snow News, July 22, 2008 - The first IDE snowmaking machine has been assembled and tested in Israel

The first IDE snowmaking machine has been assembled and tested in Israel prior to shipment to the Alps. The Snowmaker is capable to produce 950 cubic meters of snow per day. Snowmaking took place east of Netanya, Israel, under summer conditions (ambient temperature above 30 C) during the second week of July. Israeli skiers enjoyed skiing on the ski slope at the test site.

Stratford Mountain Club, NZ, July 22, 2008 - For sale: Ski equipment at the Mountain House.

For sale: Ski equipment at the Mountain House.

It's the end of a long and slippery slope for Mt Taranaki's only ski hire business. Ski hire began at the Stratford Mountain House 70 years ago and is being sold up and closed down by the resort's new owner, German businessman Karl Reipen.

He says the equipment is old and worn out and he's not prepared to risk being blamed for personal injury by hirers.

Calgary, AB – July 22, 2008– Fernie Alpine Resort is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Fernie Full Throttle Mountain Bike Festival

Fernie Alpine Resort is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Fernie Full Throttle Mountain Bike Festival, taking place August 23 and 24, 2008.

Perisher Blue, NSW, July 22, 2008 - 1. Be prepared

1. Be prepared
Organisation is the key. Reserve your holiday accommodation early as lodges can book out well in advance. If you require hire equipment and clothing look on-line before you go, to find out where the most convenient hire store is located. Hiring equipment and clothing is the best way to try out all the latest gear for a fraction of the retail cost.

The Remarkables, NZ, July 20, 2008 - The terrain park crew at The Remarkables has been working towards

The terrain park crew at The Remarkables has been working towards the grand opening of The Stash since February this year. This Saturday their work comes to fruition as international riders from the Burton Rider Team arrive in Queenstown to launch themselves from a variety of specially created big mountain features in the Burton signature terrain park.

A party is planned.

Falls Creek, Vic, July 20, 2008 - This year’s Mim Sodergren Women's Five Day Ski Program

This year’s Mim Sodergren Women's Five Day Ski Program will be held between 28 July – 1 August '08 and a shorter, Three Day version between 29 – 31 August ’08.
 
New Mates Rates Package for 2008!!

Bring a friend, sister or daughter who has always wanted to learn to ski or develop their skills and they will receive a great deal on their first experience with the Mim Sodergren program.

Mt Buller, Vic, July 20, 2008 - For the first time in Australia

For the first time in Australia the Volcom Peanut Butter Rail Jam was hosted at Mt Buller on Saturday July 19, 2008.

With four divisions (Open, Girl’s, 15 – 17’s and Grommets), there were plenty of prizes and product awarded throughout the day for all competitors.