HENNIKER, 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.

Harpoon Brewery sponsors the event. ???This is the place to be to celebrate fall and get excited about the winter season by riding the chairlift to the top of the mountain,??? says Jim Wall, Director of Services. ???Even if you don??в„ўt ski, it??в„ўs a great opportunity to take in the gorgeous views and be part of a superb party.???

Sunday, November 5, 2006 is the last day to purchase Pats Peak Season Passes for up to a $50 discount. After the event, the price for an Adult Powder Pass Club Season Pass goes to $439 from $389, and the price of a Junior Powder Pass Club Season Pass goes to $329 from $279; Adult Unlimited Season Pass goes to $369 from $329, and the price of a Junior Unlimited Season Pass goes to $269 from $229. Other season pass options are available. See www.patspeak.com for more information.

The annual Ski and Snowboard Sale is an opportunity to buy and sell new and used ski and snowboard equipment with a portion of the benefits going to the Pats Peak Ski Club, a non-profit organization benefiting junior alpine racers. Drop off times for equipment to sell are from 1pm to 4pm on Saturday, November 4, 2006 and again on Sunday, November 5, 2006 from 8am to 10:30am. The sale hours on Sunday are 11am to 3pm.