Henniker, NH, March 5, 2013 – Pats Peak, New Hampshire’s premier snowsports destination, announces its annual Pond Skim Contest on Saturday, March 16, 2013 starting at 1pm on the Bluster slope.

This is a great event for participants and spectators. Participants ski or snowboard across a man-made pond or take the icy plunge on their skis or snowboard! Registration is from 8:30am to 11:30am. Entry Fee is free but the purchase of at least a Bluster Area Lift Ticket (or Pats Peak Season Pass) and a costume is required to enter the contest. Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume, Best Splash and Best Skim.

There will also be a Live Band and a Killian’s Red/ Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer Garden.

“The Pond Skim is a fun springtime event. Our skiers and riders get dressed up in some crazy costumes and try to make it across the pond. The spectators love to see them make a big splash but it’s also fun to cheer for them if they make it across the pond,” says Jim Wall, Events Director.

Time is running out to get a 2013/2014 Pats Peak Season Pass at the lowest rate. Purchase on or before April 1, 2013 for the 2013/2014 season at great low rates! Pats Peak Season Pass rates remain affordable in order to allow individuals and families to spend more time on the slopes without financial burdens. The average adult who purchases a weekend lift ticket seven times, would be paying more than the price of an Adult Unlimited Season Pass. Simply choose the season pass that fits you and your family best. The “Peak Reward” Unlimited Season Pass Program is another great way to save money for you, family, friends and organizations of all sizes with a minimum of ten (10) family members and everyone receives a discount and as the Leader, begin receiving the rewards. For information on all our Season Pass options, check out http://www.patspeak.com/seasonpasses.html.

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PATS PEAK is in its 50th consecutive ski and snowboard season under the Patenaude family ownership. PATS PEAK has 23 well-groomed trails for all abilities, 7 gladed areas, 3 terrain parks, a snowtubing park, 10 high-capacity lifts, 100 percent snowmaking and some of the most challenging skiing in Southern New Hampshire.

PATS PEAK has a Learn to Ski and Snowboard Program for more than 8,000 kids from over 100 local schools. There are more than 70 Adult/Corporate Racing teams in the Adult/Corporate Racing League. Many adults participate in the weekday Adult Ski & Snowboard Clinics for all ability levels. PATS PEAK has 100% of its trails lit for night skiing/riding and is one of the state’s most accessible learn-to-ski-and-snowboard mountains, with three separate beginner areas.

During the “Other Season of PATS PEAK”, PATS PEAK Banquet Center is the perfect location for wedding receptions, parties, company meetings, company outings, or any social gathering!

PATS PEAK is located in Henniker, NH, just twenty minutes from Concord, forty minutes from Manchester, and ninety minutes from Boston. The latest information, snow conditions, photos and events are available at www.patspeak.com or call 1-888-PATS PEAK (1-888-728-7732).

PATS PEAK can be reached:
· By telephone at 603-428-3245
· By FAX at 603-428-7821
· 24-hour snow conditions at 1-888-PATS-PEAK
· Online at www.patspeak.com