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NZ Early Snowfalls Looking Like Peak Season Conditions (19-May-09)

New Zealand, May 19, 2009 - More fresh snow on Queenstown's premier ski areas

More fresh snow on Queenstown’s premier ski areas of The Remarkables and Coronet Peak on New Zealand’s South Island is delivering spectacular pre-season conditions, comparable with usual conditions in peak season.

Coronet Peak ski area, scheduled to open in less than three weeks (Saturday 6 June), has received 50 - 100cm of snow in the last four days resulting in an 80cm base at the top of the mountain and a 50cm base at the bottom.

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Scottish Ski Resort Clean Up Returns For Second Year (18-May-09)

Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland, May 18, 2009 - The Big Spring Clean returns for its second year

The Big Spring Clean, a clean up initiative organised by the Ski Club of Great Britain, returns for its second year at Cairngorm Mountain and Nevis Range on Sunday 31st May 2009.

The event which attracted over 100 participants in 2008 is a chance for mountain users to do their bit by picking up litter left by a season’s worth of visitors. The event raises awareness about responsible tourism and the seriousness of dropping litter.


Two New Quads And More Snowmaking For Flaine (18-May-09)

Flaine, France, May 18, 2009 - Two new fixed grip quad chairlifts are due to begin service in Flaine

Two new fixed grip quad chairlifts are due to begin service in Flaine this December, in accordance with to its five year improvement plan, and the resort’s famous bucket lift which links two of its sectors, is due to be renovated.

The new fixed grip La Foret quad will be a six minute ride accessing the seater chairlift accessing the beginners’ zone.


May Skiing And Riding On The Cards For Mt Hutt (11-May-09)

Mt Hutt, New Zealand, May 11, 2009 - Skiers and riders can look forward to hitting Mt Hutt's slopes later this month

Skiers and riders can look forward to hitting Mt Hutt’s slopes later this month as ski area staff work to open two weeks ahead of schedule for the first time in at least 10 years.

Mt Hutt has received more than 170cm of snow over the past 12 days resulting in a 110cm snow base and a decision to work towards a Queen’s Birthday weekend opening on Saturday 30 May (conditions permitting).


Skiing And Riding Continues On Whistler Mountain May 19 As Snowpack Permits (10-May-09)

Whistler, BC, May 10, 2009 - Whistler Mountain will re-open May 19 for late spring skiing and riding

Whistler Mountain will re-open May 19 for late spring skiing and riding, following Blackcomb’s last day on Monday, May 18. Recent snowfall, cooler temperatures, and a current snow base of 193cm have created the conditions for Whistler Blackcomb to continue to offer skiing and riding on Whistler Mountain.

“Currently the snow pack and coverage is good,” says Bob Dufour, Whistler Blackcomb vice president of mountain operations.


Continuous Snowfalls Blanket Mt Hutt and Queenstown Ski Areas In NZ (10-May-09)

New Zealand Ski Resorts, New Zealand, May 10, 2009 - Continuous snowfalls on New Zealand's premier mountain resorts of Mt Hutt

Continuous snowfalls on New Zealand’s premier mountain resorts of Mt Hutt in Canterbury and Coronet Peak and the Remarkables in Queenstown, has blanketed the mountains in snow with forecasts predicting a lot more on the way.

The crew at Mt Hutt has been unable to get up the mountain after 80cm of snow has fallen to 800m, burying the top half of the access road, with staff reported to be working around the clock to clear roads before the next set of snow storms


Early Bird Season Pass Sale - Act Now, Save Big! (10-May-09)

Calgary, AB, May 10, 2009 - It's Back! RCR Early Bird Season Pass Sale...

It’s Back!  RCR Early Bird Season Pass Sale is on until June 19, 2009.  Best Prices - Best Resorts!  Don’t miss out on skiing with your friends and family at your favourite RCR Resorts this season.


Terrain Park Update @ Mt Baw Baw For 2009 (06-May-09)

Mt Baw Baw, Australia, 2009 - To confirm the rumors going around...

To confirm the rumors going around, yes, Mt. Baw Baw is stepping it up yet again this coming white season.

The 2009 winter season brings a new dimension to mountain riding at Mt Baw Baw. This will be achieved with the introduction of a series of features spread across the mountain for the pure purpose of enhancing your freestyle riding experience.


Perisher Starts Snowmaking (06-May-09)

Perisher, Australia, May 6, 2009 - With a month to go until the start of the 2009

With a month to go until the start of the 2009 winter season at Perisher Blue in Australia, the resort is celebrating both 50cm (20 inches) of natural snow, an unprecedented pre-season snowfall, which has been followed by the start of snowmaking at the area.

“Due to cold overnight temperatures snowmaking has commenced earlier than scheduled.


First Funicular Lift On The Continent To Open At North American Ski Resort (06-May-09)

Deer Valley, Utah, May 6, 2009 - What is believed to be the first lift built especially

Deer Valley, Utah, May 6, 2009 - What is believed to be the first lift built especially

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