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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.

WHISTLER, BC, July 20, 2008 – Kokanee Crankworx has announced the athlete line-up for the 2008 festival

Kokanee Crankworx has announced the athlete line-up for the 2008 festival. Each year the nine day festival draws top athletes from around the globe to compete in their respective freeride mountain bike disciplines.

With athlete registration well underway and most of the biggest names in the sport confirmed for the festival, spectator satisfaction is guaranteed. The Slopestyle has traditionally been the biggest draw at Kokanee Crankworx.

Calgary, AB – July 17, 2008– Not for the faint of heart nor the short of breath

Not for the faint of heart nor the short of breath, Fernie Alpine Resort will introduce its newest challenge race on Saturday, July 26th, the “Lost Boys Lungbuster Uphill Mountain Bike Hill Climb”.

The race will start in the base area, at an elevation of 1,068 metres (3,500feet). Riders will make their way up the Timber side of the mountain, finishing the race at Lost Boys Café, located at an elevation of 1,726 metres (5,662 feet).

North Vancouver, July 17, 2008 Trail Sense is back!

Trail Sense is back! A team of experts will be at the base of the Grouse Grind July 19th and 20th for a wealth of information about hiking and outdoor safety. The Adventure Smart team, as well as a crew of invited resources will be on hand to share their knowledge and tips to safely enjoy the best of the BC Outdoors.