January 1st, 2009 — Kids, Lessons, New York, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding
Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is located in Findley Lake, NY US
Phone - (716) 355 4141
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About the Resort -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is nestled in Southwestern New York, offering a stunning 105 acres worth of terrain that can be skied and snowboarded on. The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa makes 100 percent of their snow, meaning that you can easily enjoy a full day of fun no matter when you visit during the ski season. The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also provides night skiing, which offers a completely unique skiing experience, especially for first timers.
What You Need to Know -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa offers 105 acres of skiable terrain, with 200" of annual snow, 100% of which is generated. The season begins on November 24, 2008 and is slated to end on April 1, 2009. Peek'n Peak is known for offering excellent night time skiing and plenty of exciting terrain that caters to all levels of experience. There are 27 total trails, and the longest run is nearly a mile at 4,100 feet. The toughest trail is called Cross Bow. There are 6 triple lifts, two doubles, and two "other". The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also offers a half pipe and three different terrain parks.
Tips for Beginners -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is known for providing some of the best learning facilities in the region, which includes learning programs designed for children, which are typically hard to come by. Learn to ski or to ride for $60 for a group class, or learn during a one hour private session for $85 dollars. Peek'n Peak offers some of the best learning instruction for beginners and experts alike, including a learn to ride program and snowboarding 101, and lessons for first time skiers that includes an all day beginner area lift ticket, all day rental equipment and a 1.5 hour group lesson.
Fees -
On weekends and holidays, adult full day lift tickets are $54 dollars and half day tickets are $41 dollars. Junior full day lift tickets are $41 dollars and half day tickets are $35 dollars. Senior full day and half day lift tickets are both $33 dollars. On weekdays, adult full day lift tickets are $47 and half day lift tickets are $41 dollars. Junior full day lift tickets are $36 dollars and half day tickets are $31 dollars. Senior full day and half day lift tickets are both $33 dollars. Half days begin a little later than most resorts, at 4 o'clock pm, because of the everyday night skiing.
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also offers a Peak Advantage Card, offering 40% off on everything, including lessons and lift tickets. They are also currently offering $37 lift tickets from the beginning of the season to December 24, 08 and then again on March 2, 09 until the end of the season, saving 35%. The resort also offers rental gear, with ski packages for $28 dollars or $21 dollars for adults and juniors respectively, and snowboarding packages going for $33 dollars and $26 dollars for adults and juniors respectively.
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December 22nd, 2008 — Colorado, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding
Ski Hesperus is located in Hesperus, Colorado, United States
Phone - (970) 259-3711
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About the Resort -
If you are looking to enjoy a resort that personifies the best qualities of beautiful Southwestern Colorado in the wintertime, then the Hesperus Ski Area is where its at. Offering skiing by day and beneath the stars from the top of an 8,800 foot mountain, the lighted Hesperus ski area is waiting for you.
What You Need to Know -
Nighttime skiing season begins in January most years, and nighttime skiing runs between 4 o'clock pm and 9 o'clock pm. In 2008, night skiing began on January 7th. Regular season hours are Saturday from 9 o'clock am until 9 o'clock pm, and Sunday 9 o'clock am until 4 o'clock pm. There is a nice selection of terrain, with evenly split up sections that are comprised of 20 percent green, 20 percent blue, 30 percent black and 30 percent double black diamond which means there is a nice range of challenges no matter what your experience level is on the slopes. Ski Hesperus gets around 65" of snowfall per year, and has about 60 acres of terrain to ski or snowboard on. The season begins around mid December and ends in the beginning of March. If weather permits and there is still snowfall, the season may be extended but this is not normally likely.
Tips for Beginners:
If you are a beginner to skiing and are just hitting the slopes for the first or second time, it would be fruitful to take advantage of the First Time Skier Package. This package offers ski rentals, lessons and a lift ticket. The price is $55 dollars for an adult and $48 dollars for junior skiers. This cost is not much more than a traditional lift ticket, however it also affords you the rental gear that you need, along with a basic instructional lesson. Combining simply the cost of the lift ticket and rentals would cost more than this, so it is definitely worthwhile if you are looking to brush up on your skills on the slopes.
Fees -
There are no half day passes offered here, so there are only full day lift tickets available. On weekdays, the only lift ticket available is a standard adult ticket which costs $32.00. On weekends and holidays, adult tickets for full days cost $32.00 and junior tickets are $21.00. Lift tickets for night time skiing are different, and go for $25.00 per adult ticket and $15.00 per junior ticket. You can also get a night time pass at the National Ski Patrol Swap in November, which runs for $149.00 and allows you to ski during night time hours throughout the season. If you need rental gear, you can find what you need for $12.00 or $10.00 for adults and juniors respectively to rent a ski package, or $20.00 across the board to rent a snowboarding gear package no matter your age.
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December 4th, 2008 — Connecticut, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snowboarding
Mohawk Mountain Ski Area is located in - West Cornwall, CT
Phone - (860) 672 6100 / (800) 895 5222
Website - http://www.mohawkmtn.com/CMX/index.php
About the Resort -
This year at the Mohawk mountain resort is going to mark the 60th anniversary of the slope, and as a result the Mohawk will be hosting a number of unique special events in celebration of this festive time. The resort main point of fame is all thanks to Walt Schoenknecht, the inventor of the technique of snow making for ski slopes, a technology used all around the world. Over the off season, Mohawk mountain resort has gone through the resort making renovations to its various facilities. This will give its guests a much better mountain experience.
What You Need to Know -
The resort is set to open on the 28th of November this year. There are 24 different skiable trails that are spread out over a total of 107 acres. There are six different ski lifts that can provide the capacity to carry as many as 7,400 people in a single hour, one of which is a brand new triple lift. The resort has undergone a series of exciting renovations in all of the facilities on the mountain and is opening up just in time to show them off during the upcoming ski season.
Tips for Beginners -
Beginners can enjoy a special ski or snowboard package offer. The offer includes a lift ticket to beginner's slopes, ski or snowboard equipment rental and a half hour lesson on the techniques of skiing and snowboarding. This will teach the newcomer to the sport enough regarding the beginning techniques to be able to start enjoying skiing or snowboarding right away. After this program, those wishing to learn more can enroll in a more complicated program to continue the learning process. Private one on one lessons and small group lessons are also available to augment the skills of any skier or snowboarder.
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Fees -
For adults, the lift tickets will cost $50 dollars for a full weekend day, and a lift ticket will run $42 dollars for a half day during the weekend. On the weekdays on the other hand, lift tickets are $30 dollars for a full day and $20 dollars for a half day. Junior skiers will be able to enjoy a $15 dollar every day lift ticket regardless if it is for a half day or a full day. Gear rental for skiers or snowboarders will run $38 dollars for adults, $30 dollars for junior guests. There is a beginners learning course that anyone can take advantage of regardless of age, which for $65 dollars includes a lift ticket to get you on the mountain, equipment rental and lesson on how to ski or snowboard. There is also a master's package which includes the necessary lift ticket to provide access to the master slopes, the necessary lesson to get you started and the standard rental equipment.
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November 18th, 2008 — Cross Country Ski, Lessons, Nevada, Resort Reviews, Skiing
Spooner Lake Cross Country Ski Area is located in: Carson City, NV
Phone: (775) 749-5349
Website: http://www.spoonerlake.com/
About the Resort:
This is an incredible resort that spans more than 9000 acres. Whether you are brand new to cross country skiing or an old pro, this is probably the best place to go in the area. They’ve done a great job of making sure that all levels of cross skiers will have more than enough to do and there are also plenty of other activities here that the entire family can enjoy.
We loved the log cabins for lodging and they are all very well maintained and cozy. This is truly the spot for a relaxing weekend getaway and you won’t be too crowded either, since there is more than enough room for everyone here.
What You Need to Know:
Since many of these trails are remote, the management asks that all skiers bring their own food, water, and preparations. You’ll be pretty far from the base on many of these trails and it is imperative to make sure that you have everything you need with you. Advanced skiers that plan to stay awhile will be best served by using the cabins that can be found in many spots along the trail.
This is a serious place to cross country ski, but you’ll still have plenty of fun. The trails are immaculately groomed and there are frequent patrols to make sure that everyone is safe and well cared for.
Tips for Beginners:
The beginner trails can be found at the base of the mountain and there are also some great lessons that you can take advantage of throughout the day. We highly recommend going on one of the shorter trails until you are well versed in the art of cross country skiing since it can be tiring. Make sure to bring plenty of food with you and learn about packing while skiing to make it easier.
Even though many of these trails are geared towards more experienced cross country skiers we still found that this was a great place to learn and enjoy the art.
Fees:
Trail Passes
Daily
Adult All Day: $21.00 (9am-5pm)
Adult Half Day: $16.00 (1pm-5pm)
Adult Twilight: $10.00 (3pm-5pm)
Morning Return By Noon*: $16.00
Student (13-18): $10.00 (9am-5pm)
Master (60-69): $16.00 (9am-5pm)
Master Twilight: $10.00 (3pm-5pm)
12 & under (w/parents) and 70+ ski for FREE!!
*Get $5.00 back on your adult all day trail pass if you return by noon.
Midweek Specials*
Tuesday: $12.00
Wed & Thur: $16.00
Thursday women's snowshoe tour with Nina: $40.00
*Midweek Specials are not valid 12/24,25,26,27,28/07 or 1/2,3,4/07.
Ski Rentals
Adult all day ski rental: $19.00
Adult half-day (1:00): $15.00
Junior equipment 13-18: $10.00
12 & Under: $5.00
Skate Ski Rentals
All Day: $25.00
Afternoon 1pm-5pm: $20.00
(Salomon Pilot boots, Fischer skate cut skis)
Snowshoe Rentals
Adult rental: $15.00
Adult half-day rental: $12.00
Junior rental: $10.00
Salomon Scrambler Boots: $7
Snowshoe and area fee combo: $30.00 (Best Deal)
Kinder Sled Rentals
Hourly sled rental: $8.00/hr
All day sled rental: $19.00
How to Get There:
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Spooner Lake Cross Country Ski Area is located 1/2 mile on Highway 28 from Highway 50 on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe.
It is 12 miles to the North from the Stateline Casinos in South Lake Tahoe and 10 miles to the West on HW 50 from Carson City.
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November 14th, 2008 — Nevada, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe Resort is located in: Reno, NV
Phone: 1-800-Ski-Rose
Website: http://www.mtrose.com/
About the Resort:
This is a very well known resort that is just a little over the border from California and it has become a very popular destination for many travelers. If you're serious about skiing, this is a great place to go, and it is also very family friendly. It is centrally located near hotels, a military base and the airport and is one of the easiest resorts to access in this area.
What You Need to Know:
The resort is open from 8am to 6pm every day during the season and even though this is a popular resort, they don't have a problem with overcrowding. There are a total of eight lifts, but they are so fast that you generally do not end up having to wait around for very long. In fact, one of the lifts will rocket you 1800 feet in a little under 4 minutes.
With more than 60 trails, a slide bowl and plenty of chutes, this is a great place to go if you like the thrill of skiing hard and fast. They keep the trails very well groomed and they do make snow if the season is a little dry, or if the trails are a little sparse.
Tips for Beginners:
About 20% of their trails are dedicated to beginners and they offer lessons throughout the day. Private lessons are offered, as well as special group lessons and a school for kids. The instructors here are very good and will give you a great background with some solid techniques.
There are also special lesson packages if you'll be staying for more than a weekend that offer a great deal and help you get a real feel for how to ski. This is also a good place to learn how to snowboard and we found that the facility was very friendly to boarders.
Fees:
2008-2009 Daily Rates
Full-Day Half-Day
Adult (18 - 64) $64 $50
Senior (65-74) $44 flat rate
Super Senior (75+) $17
Teen** (13-17) $44 flat rate
Child (6-12) $17 flat rate
Children 5 & under are FREE
The resort also noted: Discounted Lift Ticket Vouchers are available for purchase to Department of Defense personnel via the Military Ticket Program (MTP). The Lift Ticket Vouchers must be pre-purchased prior to arrival at Mt. Rose - Ski Tahoe through participating bases' MWR/ITT offices. For a listing of participating locations or to add your base to the program - please contact MTP office at (619) 767-6000.
Ski and Snowboard
Multi-Day
Performance (ski package) $47 $42
Adult/Teen $37 $32
Child (12 and under) $20 $15
Helmets $5
Basket / Ski Check (located lower level main lodge)
Ski Check Daily storage of skis and boards. free
Basket Check Daily check in & out service. $2
Overnight Ski Check
$5
SnowbladeTM
Adult/Teen $37
Child (12 and under) $20
How to Get There:
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North Lake Tahoe, Mt. Rose Hwy - SR 431
11 Mi. Lake Tahoe's North Shore
22 miles from Reno/Tahoe Airport
25 miles from Downtown Reno
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October 28th, 2008 — Family, Lessons, Nevada, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks
Diamond Peak Ski Resort is located in: Incline Village, NV
Phone: (775) 832-1177
Website: http://www.diamondpeak.com/
About the Resort:
Located just over the border from California in Incline Village, the Diamond Peak Ski Resort is a world-class facility that offers non-stop fun for skiers and snowboarders. They have gone to great lengths to make the place family friendly and there are plenty of activities to keep you busy. The sun decks are a great place to go after being out on the slopes and the free shuttle service makes this an economical place to stay and ski.
What You Need to Know:
There are currently 30 runs in operation, with some tree skiing allowed, as well as open areas. There are a total of 655 acres to ski here, and six lifts are in operation. Even though there are not a ton of lifts, we did not find that waiting was a problem here and everything runs quite smoothly. This is a true resort with high class lodging, great stores and terrific food.
The longest run is around 2.5 miles and there are some great opportunities here for both beginning and advanced skiers.
Tips for Beginners:
The children's ski school is renowned as being one of the best places for kids to learn the fundamentals of skiing. There is also a daily school for adults in both skiing and snowboarding. About 18% of the trails are suitable for adults, and there are some great areas to really get the feel for the technique here.
The lesson fees are reasonable and special packages are available as well. Out of all of the places to get instruction and still stay at a great resort, this has to be one of the best that we have come across. There is also a terrain park, which is a great place to try out the new techniques you've learned during your lessons, and it is very well suited for snowboarders and those looking to add a little more advanced techniques to their skiing or snowboarding repertoire.
Fees:
Daily Lift Tickets
Age/Ticket All Day Half Day
(12:30 pm)
Adult (18-59) $48 $37
Youth (13-17 must show ID) $38 $29
Child and senior (7-12 & 60-79) $18 $14
6 and under, 80+ FREE FREE
Interchangeable Parent's Pass $48
Multi-Day Tickets
Choose 2 or 3 days out of 5 consecutive days
Age/Ticket 2 Day 3 Day 5 Day
Adult (18-59) $85 $119 $176
Youth (13-17 must show ID) $67 $94 $139
Child and senior (7-12 & 60-79) $31 $44 $65
Mini Passes:
Pass Type Adult
2-Day Mini Pass $85
3-Day Mini Pass $119
5-Day Mini Pass $176
7-Day Mini Pass $217
How to Get There:
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From San Francisco / Sacramento (255 / 135 Miles)
1. Take I-80 East to Truckee
2. Take HWY 267 exit to North Shore Lake Tahoe
3. At HWY 28 junction, turn left, proceed to Incline Village
4. Turn left on Country Club Drive
5. Turn Right on Ski Way, follow to the top
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October 14th, 2008 — California, Family, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding
Cedar Snowpass Park is located in: Cedarville, CA
Phone: (530) 233-3323
Website: http://www.cedarpasssnowpark.com/
About the Resort:
This is a well kept secret in the Cedarville area, and one of the nicest resorts we've been to in some time. The park is actually community owned and staffed entirely by volunteers. They strive to bring a small town atmosphere to the park and succeed nicely. You'll be among friends here and this is a great place to take the family. Although it may not be the glitziest resort in the world, or the most popular, it is one resort that should be visited at least once, particularly if you do plan to be in this area.
What You Need to Know:
This resort is snowboard friendly and there are many different activities available to keep the whole family entertained. The prices are incredibly low given the level of service and despite the fact that it is entirely staffed by volunteers, the trails are very well groomed and maintained.
It is however only open on weekends and holidays during the winter months and the hours of operation are 10am to 4pm. The lift is a t-bar style and although it doesn't move thousands of people an hour there is little chance of having to wait in line here.
Tips for Beginners:
This is one of the most beginner friendly places to ski. The trails are gentle, the safety patrols are diligent and lessons are offered throughout the day. There are a total of six runs here and most are suitable for beginning skiers. The lower portion of The Road trail is ideal for beginners, and can be accessed via a rope tow lift.
There is also a great powder bowl that is a lot of fun and should be visited at least once while you're here. There is an area for Nordic skiers and you may even be able to get a lesson on this form of skiing if you happen to get a day where a pro is volunteering.
Fees:
Prices Subject to Change
All Day T-Bar
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
$15 Adults
$12 Youth
$5 Child
Half Day T-Bar
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
$13 Adults
$10 Youth
$3 Child
All Day Rope Tow
$5 Adults
$5 Youth
10-Day Multi-Season Punch Cards
(Transferable, non-refundable if lost)
$125 Adults
$100 Youth
Rentals:
Prices Subject to Change
Per Day
Ski Package
(Skis, boots and poles)
$10
Skis or Boots Only
$5
Snowboard Package
(Snowboard and boots)
$10
How to Get There:
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You can reach the CEDAR PASS SNOW PARK via a 20-minute scenic drive from the community of Alturas. Head north for 6 miles on Highway 299/395, turn right onto Highway 299, and continue east for approximately 12 miles. A sign on the right directs you into the snow park.
Alturas is situated 50 mile south of Lakeview, Oregon; 150 miles northeast of Redding, California; and 180 miles north of Reno, Nevada.
The SNOW PARK can also be accessed from the town of Cedarville by traveling 6 miles west on Highway 299.
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October 13th, 2008 — Family, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snowboarding, Utah
Beaver Mountain is located in: Logan, UT
Phone: (435) 753-0921
Website: http://www.skithebeav.com/main.htm
About the Resort:
This is a resort that should be insanely popular, due to the prime facilities, helpful staff and terrific location, and even though they do get quite a lot of visitors, this is still considered to be a well kept secret resort. If you'll be in the Logan area, this is the ideal place to go skiing, no matter how well you know your stuff. The resort may be a bit smaller than its competitors, but it is still one of the best places to ski in Utah.
What You Need to Know:
With just a little over 500 acres, and only five lifts, this is a small place, but they use the space well and it never feels overcrowded. The trails are incredibly well groomed and they've done a great job of working with the space that they have, laying out the trails properly and making sure that everything runs smoothly.
This family friendly resort is well suited for beginners, and they are also very open to snowboarders. You'll find something for everyone here for activities, and the resort is actually open all year round, even if you can't ski during part of the time.
Tips for Beginners:
There are quite a few trails here that are perfect for beginners, and that are nice and gentle. We found the lessons to be very well priced, especially considering how good the instructors are. If you have kids that need to learn how to ski, this is a great place where they can get all of the fundamentals.
Ski lessons are held throughout the day and there are also some special deals you can take advantage of to get discounts on lift tickets and lessons. The trails are patrolled frequently, and you'll find this is a very safe place to learn how to ski the right way.
Fees:
Adult All Area, All day $38 (Buy passes online)
Junior (11 and under) $30 (Buy passes online)
Senior (65 and up) $22 (Buy passes online)
10 pack All Area Day $360
Half Day adults
(9:00am - 12:30pm) (12:30 - 4:00pm) $30
Half Day Jr.
(9:00am - 12:30pm) (12:30 - 4:00pm) $25
Little Beaver, All Day $17
Little Beaver, 12 Ride $29
Little Dogie (Do'ge) surface lift $5
Senior's Half Day $18
Rental Rates
All Day Package (skis, boots, poles) $19
Half Day Package $15
Jr. All Day Ski Package $14
Jr. All Day Board Package $18
Jr. Half Day Ski Package (11 and under) $11
Jr. Half Day Board Package $14
Demos, Ski Package $38
Snow Board Package $25
Half Day Board Package $20
Boots only (board or ski) $16
Helmets $6
How to Get There:
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1: Start out going WEST on E 400 S/UT-186 W toward S MAIN ST. Continue to follow E 400 S. - 1.2 mi
2: Merge onto I-15 N. - 54.1 mi
3: Take the US-91 exit, EXIT 362, toward US-89/1100 SOUTH ST. - 0.2 mi
4: Merge onto US-91 toward BRIGHAM CITY/LOGAN/PERRY. - 27.1 mi
5: Turn RIGHT onto US-89/400 ST N. Continue to follow US-89. - 27.8 mi
6: Turn LEFT onto UT-243. - 1.3 mi
7: Turn RIGHT. - 0.2 mi
8: End at Beaver Mountain, UT
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