Fresh News and Events

Helen Bowkett of North Vancouver is responsible for 52 women and 13 teams raising money for Rethink Breast Cancer

North Vancouver, BC, June 12, 2008 Meet local hero, Helen Bowkett, Seek the Peak participant for the past 5 years, mother of 2, friend to Breast Cancer survivors and warriors, and responsible for 52 participants and 13 teams at the Rethink Breast Cancer Seek the Peak event on July 6th.

The 5th Annual Seek the Peak Relay is presented by Merrell and hosted by Grouse Mountain.

CORONET PEAK, NZ, JUNE 9, 2008 - Coronet Peak ski resort in Queenstown New Zealand, has opened its slopes

CORONET PEAK, NZ, JUNE 9, 2008 - Coronet Peak ski resort in Queenstown New Zealand, has opened its slopes with thousands of local and international skiers and boarders turning up to enjoy the first turns of the season.

The opening unveiled a $30 million redevelopment including a new base building and a massive automated snowmaking system.

CORONET PEAK, NZ, JUNE 9, 2008 - Coronet Peak’s brand new futuristic base building

CORONET PEAK, NZ, JUNE 9, 2008 - Coronet Peak’s brand new futuristic base building was unveiled to those visitors who braved winter storm conditions to reach the mountain resort.

James Coddington, CEO of parent company NZSki Limited, said hundreds of people were welcomed through the doors of the new building, despite no lifts being open.

“I love watching people’s reaction as they walk in for the first time.

FALLS CREEK, VIC, JUNE 6, 2008 - In tandem with the official opening of the snow season at Falls Creek there is a three day FilmFest@Falls

In tandem with the official opening of the snow season at Falls Creek there is a three day FilmFest@Falls which has attracted the crème de la crème of up and coming producers and filmmakers.

The 30 entries in this short film competition, one of the most prestigious in Australia, with over $35,000 in prizes, will be judged by a panel of high ­calibre, well-known members of the arts community including Joel Pearlman, Managing Director Roadshow Films Australia

North Vancouver, June 4, 2008 - The Grouse Grind officially opened today

The Grouse Grind officially opened today and that’s great news for seasoned ‘Grinders’ ready for the start of Social Nights. Every Wednesday, starting June 11th Altitudes Bistro and Patio transform into an evening of socialization and camaraderie as hikers gather and recount their Grouse Grind conquer. Enjoy drink and food specials as well as prizes and fun.

PERISHER, NSW, JUNE 4, 2008 - It's almost here! The start of ski season 2008

It's almost here! The start of ski season 2008!

The opening weekend is almost upon us, which means just one thing...here at Perisher Blue we'll be celebrating all things snow with the Celebration of Winter! The resort's Front Valley will come alive with a range of entertainment and activities for young and old.

WHISTLER, BC, June 3, 2008 - The Whistler Mountain Bike Park has introduced a new ticket product designed to attract more all-round riders to the park

The Whistler Mountain Bike Park has introduced a new ticket product designed to attract more all-round riders to the park. The Sampler, as the name implies, offers riders a chance to get their feet dirty before fully jumping in, by providing them with three runs in the Park.

“The Whistler Mountain Bike Park is not just for the hardcore downhill mountain biker,” says Brian Finestone, Whistler Mountain Bike Park Manager.

WHISTLER, BC, June 3, 2008 – Glacier skiing and riding on Blackcomb’s Horstman Glacier begins on June 9

Glacier skiing and riding on Blackcomb’s Horstman Glacier begins on June 9 and this summer, Whistler Blackcomb is doubling its terrain park features and upgrading to a Superpipe.

“We’re really ramping up the public offering this year,” says Adam Francis, Whistler Blackcomb’s assistant grooming manager.

CORONET PEAK, NZ, JUNE 2, 2008 - Delivering fantastic winter holidays in the most energy efficient and environmentally sustainable way is the crux

Delivering fantastic winter holidays in the most energy efficient and environmentally sustainable way is the crux of Coronet Peak’s sustainable practice agenda.

In planning a $30m development project at Coronet Peak, owner NZSki Ltd flagged this practice as a key concept.

WHISTLER, BC, May 30, 2008 – The Whistler Mountain Bike Park is set to host the Boneyard Air Affair

The Whistler Mountain Bike Park is set to host the Boneyard Air Affair, June 14 and 15. The event is open to male and female riders who will compete in four different categories, starting from just 13 years old. With the lower park in great shape and the Boneyard bigger and better than ever, this new slopestyle event is sure to go off.

The Boneyard Air Affair will act as a qualifier for Kokanee Crankworx 2008.