PARK CITY, Utah -- Olympic Gold Medalist Seth Wescott will be the special guest at the American Skiing Company Pavilion at the Boston Ski and Snowboard Expo to kick off the 2006-07 winter season. Wescott, who brought home gold in the first-ever Olympic Snowboard Cross last February in Torino, Italy, will be on hand to meet fans and autograph posters on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 7-8 pm.
In addition to the Olympic champion, the ASC Pavilion will fe...
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By AlpineZone News | Oct 31 2006 - 08:48 AM
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Killington Tests Snowmaking System
By AlpineZone News | Oct 30 2006 - 05:56 PMKILLINGTON, Vermont -??“ Killington Resort blew the first snow of the season Monday morning on upper Reason, utilizing 12 HKD Ranger Low Energy snow guns for a few hours.
"We charged and flushed out the system in preparation for the start of the season," said Dave Lacombe, snow surfaces manager for Killington Resort. "If the forecast holds true, we'll start making snow late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning to start building a bas... -
Early Season Lodging Deals Kick Off the Season at Waterville Valley
By AlpineZone News | Oct 27 2006 - 09:01 AMWATERVILLE VALLEY, New Hampshire -- Enhanced snowmaking and grooming aren't all you'll find improved for the early season at Waterville Valley . The mountain has teamed up with the Black Bear Lodge, Golden Eagle Lodge, Town Square Condominium and Snowy Owl Inn to offer two "kick off the season packages" that will knock your boots off. Book them directly online at waterville.com.
"Snovember"/December Kick-off
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‘Snow Gods’ is coming to Boston Tonight
By AlpineZone News | Oct 25 2006 - 11:36 AMBOSTON, Massachusetts -- Subaru of New England presents SNOW GODS tonight, Wednesday, October 25 at 8:30 p.m. at The Greatest Bar, 262 Friend Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The event is sponsored by the Boston Ski & Sports Club and Harpoon Brewery.
General Admission (21 and older) is $5 and one Harpoon drink ticket is included with admission. Come see East Coast skiing like you've never seen before! Snow Gods will be shown on The Greatest Bar'... -
Burke Mountain Staff Announcement
By AlpineZone News | Oct 25 2006 - 11:35 AMEAST BURKE, Vermont -- Burke Mountain announces the following staff changes:
Hannah Collins
Hannah Collins has recently been promoted to Activities and Events Manager at Burke Mountain. Hannah has been at Burke Mountain since 1999, when she began her career as a ski instructor while majoring in Ski Resort Management at Lyndon State College. She has also held the positions of Marketing Intern, Marketing Coordinator and Activities... -
Mountain Creek Hosts Tubbs Romp To Stomp Out Breast Cancer Showshoe Series January 27
By AlpineZone News | Oct 25 2006 - 11:34 AMVERNON, New Jersey -- In an effort to raise community awareness and help support the battle against breast cancer, Mountain Creek will host The Tubbs Snowshoe Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer race Saturday, January 27 2007. The benefit puts a new twist on charity runs and walks: introducing a 3k or 5k scenic showshoe hike on snow covered trails. 100% of the donations will go to the Komen foundation and the Northern NJ affiliate to benefit cancer research, e...
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Winter Golf Demand is High in Stowe
By AlpineZone News | Oct 25 2006 - 11:33 AMSTOWE, Vermont -- The Stowe Country Club is now taking applications for its indoor winter golf program. Now in its third year, the popular program runs from early December through April 1.
Participants receive ten hours of private instruction and unlimited practice time on two golf studios inside the Club House in Stowe. Each hitting station is equipped with a P3Pro simulator, providing instant feedback on what the golf club is doing through t... -
American Skiing Company & Nickelodeon Partner to Offer SpongeBob & Dora Ski Equipment
By AlpineZone News | Oct 23 2006 - 03:11 PMPARK CITY, Utah -- The American Skiing Company (ASC) family of resorts has teamed up with Nickelodeon to introduce SpongeBob SquarePants skis and snowboards and Dora the Explorer skis, as well as helmets and winter accessories. These exclusive branded products from Rossignol, Giro, Chaos and Gordini will be available only at ASC resorts.
"SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora the Explorer skis and snowboards are sure to be a winter hit with kids and ... -
4th Annual Octoberfest at Pats Peak Kicks Off the Winter Season
By AlpineZone News | Oct 23 2006 - 12:22 PMHENNIKER, New Hampshire -- Pats Peak announces its annual Octoberfest and Ski and Snowboard Sale on Sunday, November 5, 2006 from 11am to 6pm. Admission is Free to one of the biggest Octoberfest celebrations in the State of New Hampshire, which includes authentic German food, live music from King Ludwig's Bavarian Band, chairlift rides, kids??в„ў activities, woodsmen show, and rich decorations to put guests in the spirit.
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Killington Resort Announces Lift Ticket Specials for 2006-07 Ski and Snowboard Season
By AlpineZone News | Oct 21 2006 - 10:35 AMKILLINGTON, Vermont -- Killington Resort announces numerous discounted lift ticket values for skiers and boarders to enjoy the largest resort in the east for the 2006-07 season. In addition, Killington holds single-day lift ticket prices at $72.
The greatest savings of up to 25 percent off regular ticket window rates begin with lodging and lift ticket packages booked through Killington Central Reservations at 800-621-MTNS, online at