New Lift at Solitude and Olympic Specials at Whistler

Solitude Cranks It Up
Hard core skiers rejoice! Solitude, in Utah, has replaced their old Powderhorn double lift with a new $1.5 million fixed grip quad lift, which is also named "Powderhorn". This new lift will allow skiers to access the upper mountain as it has moved the beginning of the lift to mid-mountain. This lift will mainly access the more expert terrain and will separate more experienced skiers from people who are just learning to ski.

Solitude was recently infused with $7 million of capital investments, including new lifts last season getting more skiers up the mountain, reducing lift lines and allowing skiers to navigate the area more smoothly.

Olympic Special! Can It Be!
Usually when you think of the Olympics, you think "Man that is going to be expensive!" Well the Four Seasons in Whistler is trying to change that perception! During the Olympics, you can get a FREE $200 food and beverage credit per day per room when you book in three night increments. Packages must be booked in any of the following three night increments: February 11-14, February 14-17, February 17-20, February 20-23, February 23-26 or February 26-March 1, 2010. With savings like that, the games are the best deal around. Get to Whistler Blackcomb and cheer on the athletes!

Still More Snow In Aspen

It seems the reports out of snow country are becoming more common on the subject of new snow. This picture just came in from Aspen Snowmass Resort. Here is some new snow on Maroon Bells Peaks across from Aspen Mountain.

While we are talking about Aspen, check out this great ski package at Independence Square Lodge for only $599 per person for 5 Nights/4 Days with the 5th Night Free!

Snow, Snow Snow!!

New Snow is on the Menu at Snowbird

Utah has always been known for lots of fluffy powder, and it looks like this ski season is no different. Early snowfall has left the mountains of Salt Lake City, Utah white and caked. Snowbird sent us these pictures to let everyone know that they are already making turns. Although not officially open yet, Snowbirds' locals have already managed to make some turns in the new snow. Opening day is only a little over a month away.

Check out the latest 4th Night Free special at the Cliff Lodge in Snowbird with packages starting at $698 per person.

Ski Salt Lake is offering a great promotion for the 2009-10 season. Get a Free Day of skiing on top of the already amazing value of this four mountain pass. The Ski Salt Lake Super Pass is valid for Alta, Brighton, Snowbird and Solitude, Utah. Thousands of acres of fluffy powder are waiting for you. Think Snow!!!

Early Snow hits Aspen Snowmass

Aspen Snowmass resort got into the excitement with some early snow of their own. As you can see by the photo, snow was falling at the Sheer Bliss lift at Aspen. Snowmaking is scheduled to begin soon at Aspen as well. Home to some of the best skiing in the Rocky Mountains, Aspen Snowmass also hosts some of the biggest events in snow country. From the X Games to World Cup Skiing Events, there is always something going one there.

Now is a great time to book one of Aspen's Early Book By Specials. Check out this 5 Night, 4 Day Ski Package at Independence Square Lodge from $599 per person. You must book by December 1, 2009, so make your plans today.

Snow Reported Across the Rockies

It seems that the summer always goes too fast. The long sun-drenched days filled with relaxing outdoors and recreation only last for a short while. Most of the human population are sad to see the leaves change as they know a long dark winter is approaching. There is, however a small sect of the population that gets giddy when there is a nip in the air for the first time. When the leaves start to fall, they know the snow will too. The members of the snow country nation rejoice when the first coating of snow covers the mountains. It's never too early for these die-hards.

Recently, snow has been reported over the Rocky Mountains. The nations highest mountain range routinely gets early snow to begin a base for the winter and this year is no exception. Steamboat reported its' first snowfall this week. Known for some of the biggest snowfall numbers, "the Boat" starts early and all but guarantees good conditions in the early season. Known for the most face-shots per run, Steamboat looks to improve upon the epic season they had last season. That must be why they just released a ton of Free Day and Free Night Specials.

Keystone was right behind in their announcement of fresh powder. Summit county received snowfall all the way down to the base areas which officially began their snowfall count for the season. With opening day less than a couple months away, it already looks to be a banner season. Check out this $50 Free Mountain Money Deal they just offered! Obviously they want people to get to Keystone this season.

Feet of Snow Prompts Park City to Extend Season

Park City, UT - The information was pretty clear as to why Park City Utah decided to extend their season until April 19, 2009; Snow! And lots of it.

Thanks to more than eight feet of snow in the past two weeks, and a 97-inch settled base depth, Park City Mountain Resort has decided to extend the closing date by one week to Sunday, April 19. Beginning Monday, April 13, seven lifts are scheduled to continue operating including PayDay, Bonanza, Silverlode, Thaynes, Jupiter, First Time and Three Kings lifts.

Also, beginning Monday, April 13, our full-day lift ticket pricing will be as follows:
Adult: $50
Senior: $35
Youth: $30

In addition, dining will still be available at Legacy Cafe, Kristi's Coffee Cafe and the Summit House. Park City Mountain Rentals will remain in full operation as will the ski and snowboard school.

The End of the Season = Parties & Events Galore!

The end is near, yet there is so much to be done! Resorts are winding down to their last few weeks of skiing and now is the time to have some fun and save some dough! Many resorts use the waining days of spring skiing to show their "true colors", as it were, and let their hair down. Carnivale atmosphere, crazy races, pond skimming events and just good ole partying can be found at most of your favorite resorts.

Aspen Highlands has extended their closing date due to epic conditions. The Highlands will reopen for two more weekends on April 18th and April 25th. Don't miss out on some of the best spring skiing in snow country.

At Crested Butte, snow is on the agenda for the end of their season which is this weekend. Nineteen inches of spring powder fell in the last week and conditions couldn't be better.

Steamboat is boasting a foot of fresh powder over the last two days which will make the competitors of the 29th Annual Smartwool Cardboard Classic happy! The event takes off on April 11th and pits the areas top projectile architects against one another in a Chinese Downhill style free-for-all. Powder and mayhem; what could be better!

Copper shows seven inches in the last few days and is paying homage to the god of sun with their Sunsation Festival! Michael Franti and Spearhead, Blue Oyster Cult, Quiet Riot and Rusted Root are just a few of the acts that will be hitting Copper Mountains stage April 18-19th. Sounds like a good time!

Up north in Whistler, they go big with the Telus World Ski and Snowboard Festival. Parties every night and bands hitting the main stage daily make this a can't miss event. For 10 days, pro skiers and snowboarders impress with their biggest bags of tricks at world renowned competitions, free concerts rock the village, film and fine art events dazzle crowds and parties pump up the beats. There is so much going on, it would be impossible to mention it all here!

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