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Heavy Snowfalls In The Last 24 Hours Have Pushed The Snow Depth To A Meter In The Village Bowl At Falls Creek (10-Jul-08)

Falls Creek, Victoria, July 10, 2008 - Heavy snowfalls in the last 24 hours have pushed the snow depth

Heavy snowfalls in the last 24 hours have pushed the snow depth to a metre in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek.
 
This is a significant milestone for Victoria's largest alpine resort and it has taken place during one of the resort's busiest weeks of the winter season.
 
Another significant event at the alpine resort is the intention to open the iconic Summit chairlift today which will provide access to an extensive array of intermediate and more challeng


AdventureSmart And Grouse Mountain Resorts Present ‘Trail Sense Days” On July 19 & 20, 2008 (09-Jul-08)

Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, July 9, 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.


Stringing Of 28km Worth Of Rope Cable Currently Underway On Peak 2 Peak Gondola Construction (09-Jul-08)

WHISTLER, BC, July 9, 2008 – With sightseeing, mountain biking, and glacier skiing taking place on the mountains

With sightseeing, mountain biking, and glacier skiing taking place on the mountains, Whistler Blackcomb’s guests have been able to get up close and personal to watch the exciting construction action taking place on the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. Those lucky enough to time their visit right may witness the current task of stringing 28 kilometres worth of cable across the valley.


Forecasted Heavy Snowfalls Today And The Remainder Of This Week (07-Jul-08)

Falls Creek, Victoria, July 7, 2008 - Blizzard-like conditions at Falls Creek

Blizzard-like conditions at Falls Creek has delivered about 20cm of snow and there's lots more wintry weather expected.

In Melbourne this morning gale-force winds caused havoc across the city but in the alpine resorts such as Falls Creek the chilly weather has had an upside - fresh snow  bolstering the overall snow depth to over half a metre.

The weather bureau's climate technical officer in Sydney, Mike De Salis, said: "Statistically, today, tomorrow and
Burton Snowboards And The Remarkables Share Celebrations For The Grand Opening Of The Stash In Late July (07-Jul-08)

The Remarkables, New Zealand, July 7, 2008 - Burton Snowboards and The Remarkables Resort today announced

Burton Snowboards and The Remarkables Resort today announced that they will celebrate the opening of The Stash on Saturday, July 26 at The Remarkables Resort on the South Island of New Zealand.


Whistler Creekside Skate Park To Close August 31 (07-Jul-08)

Whistler, BC, July 7, 2008 - “Temporary” Facility Stretched for Four Years; More Permanent Facility Being Sought

After four years of offering a make-shift underground skate park facility, in partnership between Whistler Blackcomb and the Whistler Skateboard Association, the decision has been made to close the facility on August 31.


Kokanee Crankworx Announces LARGEST Prize Purse In Festival History – OVER $70,000 (07-Jul-08)

WHISTLER, BC, July 7, 2008 – Kokanee Crankworx announces the largest prize purse

Kokanee Crankworx announces the largest prize purse in the festival’s five-year history.


Fernie Alpine Resort Kicks Off Summer 2008 (06-Jul-08)

Calgary, AB – July 6, 2008 – Fernie Alpine Resort has kicked off its summer operations

Fernie Alpine Resort has kicked off its summer operations with lift-accessed hiking and mountain biking being offered 7 days a week.

With one of the largest lift-accessed trail networks in Western Canada, Fernie Alpine Resort’s variety of 37 bike trails offers something for every skill level.


Remarks Mini Shred Event For Young Riders And Skiers (02-Jul-08)

The Remarkables, NZ, July 2, 2008 - The first competition of the season for young freestyle snowboarders and skiers

The first competition of the season for young freestyle snowboarders and skiers is to be held in the Up & Go Terrain Park at The Remarkables on Tuesday 8 July.


There's No Business Like Snowmaking Business (01-Jul-08)

Perisher Blue, NSW, July 1, 2008 - Mother Nature has finally come to the party at Perisher Blue

Mother Nature has finally come to the party at Perisher Blue! 34cm of snow has blanketed the resort and it looks like these snowy conditions will continue this week. It's no secret that until now ski resorts across Australia have been less than satisfied by natural snowfalls.


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