LUDLOW, VT ??” On Sunday Okemo announced its Stay and Ski packages for December. They include daily lift tickets and lodging accommodations.

Okemo’s Early Winter Warm-Up Weekend starting from $65.25 pp/day
Friday, Dec. 3 to Sunday, Dec. 12, 2004
Sample packages include lodging in either a Jackson Gore Inn room, a 1BR Okemo Mountain Lodge ski-in/ski-out, a 2 or 3BR Winterplace mountainside unit, and daily lift tickets. 2-day/2-night weekend stay available Friday night to Sunday.

‘Twas the Week Before Christmas from $78.80 pp/day
Available Sunday, Dec. 19 to Friday, Dec. 24, 2004
Sample package includes lodging in a new Jackson Gore Inn room, a 1BR Okemo Mountain Lodge ski-in/ski-out, 2 or 3BR Winterplace mountainside units, daily lift tickets, a free day ticket on Sunday afternoon and The Okemo Freedom Pack. 5-day/5-night midweek stays available Sunday night to Friday.

Sample package rates are per person, per day/night including VT tax and the Travel Protection Plan and vary with unit occupancy and date of stay. All package dates begin with the check-in night and end with the date that corresponds with the last ski day. Contact the Okemo Mountain Lodging Service for reservations and information at 1-800-78-OKEMO (786-5366).

In addition, the month of December is loaded with lift ticket specials including Skier/Rider Appreciation Days, Online Coupon Offers and a line-up of special events. Be sure to stay in touch with www.okemo.com for the latest updates and specials.

Pre-Christmas Schedule of Events:

Sun, Nov. 28: VT/NH Afternoon Special. VT and NH residents can ski/ride from 12:30 to 4:00 pm for just $21. Proof of residency is required at the time of purchase (valid driver’s license, hunting/fishing license, or voter registration card).
Wed, Dec. 1: VT/NH Wonderful $39 Wednesdays! VT and NH residents can ski/ride the entire day for just $39 (or half-day from 12:30 to 4 pm for $21). Proof of residency is required at the time of purchase (valid driver’s license, hunting/fishing license, or voter registration card).
Thurs, Dec. 2: Okemo Skier & Rider Appreciation Day. Skiers and riders of all ages can enjoy the entire day on the slopes at a special price of just $39.
Sun, Dec 5: Okemo Cares & Shares Food Drive Day. Bring non-perishable food, a new child’s toy or new clothing items to the ticket window and ski/ride the entire day for just $35. All donated items will benefit the Black River Good Neighbor Services and needy families in the Okemo/Ludlow region.
Wed, Dec. 8: VT/NH Wonderful $39 Wednesdays! Vermont and New Hampshire residents can ski/ride the entire day for just $39 (half-day from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. for just $21). Proof of residency in the form of a valid VT/NH driver’s license, hunting/fishing license, or voter registration card must be presented at the time of purchase.
Thurs, Dec. 9: Okemo Skier & Rider Appreciation Day. Skiers and riders of all ages can enjoy the entire day on the slopes at a special price of just $39.
Sat, Dec. 11: Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge. A fun-filled day for the whole family with ski and snowboard racing, great prizes, giveaways, music and samplings.
Wed, Dec. 15: VT/NH Wonderful $39 Wednesdays! Vermont and New Hampshire residents can ski/ride the entire day for just $39 (half-day from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. for just $21). Proof of residency in the form of a valid VT/NH driver’s license, hunting/fishing license, or voter registration card must be presented at the time of purchase.
Thurs, Dec. 16: Okemo Skier & Rider Appreciation Day. Skiers and riders of all ages can enjoy the entire day on the slopes at a special price of just $39.
Sun, Dec 19: Burton Demo Try out the latest gear from Burton Snowboards. Located in the main base area. (Consumer Demo open to the Public no-charge but a credit card imprint and waiver must be signed for use of the equipment)
Sun, Dec. 19: Southern VT Slopestyle Event in the Park at 10am.