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SKI, Snow, Resorts News, Mar 20, 2012

Three people dead in separate ski accidents at California resorts
Los Angeles Times
Three people have died in ski accidents in California after a recent storm dumped snow throughout the state. On Monday, a 20-year-old Sugar Bowl ski resort employee was killed when he fell into a tree well while snowboarding with friends on a ...
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Two dead, one injured after weekend Sierra Nevada snow
Chicago Tribune
Also on Sunday afternoon, a snowboarder died after being found buried head-first on an expert run at a ski resort northeast of Fresno, said Rich Bailey, mountain manager at the China Peak Mountain Resort. Two skiers saw the base of a snowboard sticking ...
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Storm-weakened tree kills sleeping child in Calif
BusinessWeek
Snow was to blame in the deaths of a skier and a snowboarder in the Sierra, where storms dropped more than 5 feet of snow on some ski resorts over the past few days. A 30-year-old snowboarder on Sunday fell head first into thesnow at China Peak ...
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2 dead, 1 injured on Sierra slopes
San Francisco Chronicle
A skier died Sunday at the Sierra at Tahoe ski resort when he fell into a deep hole in the snow created by an underflow of water, officials said. Yiwei Hu, 54, of Gold River (Sacramento County) was skiing on an expert run in the Castle Creek area of ...
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Two Dead in Lake Tahoe Skiing Accidents, One Injured in Kirkwood Avalanche
Ski Channel
Just northeast of Fresno, at China Peak Mountain Resort a 30-year old snowboarder died on Sunday after taking a headfirst tumble into an open ski area. The mountain's owner, Tim Cohee said that approximately 5 feet of new snow fell in the Sierra ...
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Ski Channel
Northstar: Californias first ski-in/ski-out homes for sale to the (very lucky ...
San Francisco Chronicle (blog)
Lots of rain means snow in the Sierras, and many of us who love the Bay Area's easy proximity to ski resorts are plotting our escape to the mountain: dusting off those sadly under-used skisand boards; limbering up sleeping muscles; and planning a ...
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San Francisco Chronicle (blog)
Blue Mountain Hosts Canadian Shield Ski And Snowboard Tour
OnTheSnow.com
Despite the early arrival of spring and unusually warm temperatures Blue Mountain Resorts plans on staying open through at least next weekend, and plans continue for hosting the last Canadian Shield Ski and Snowboard Tour event of the season March ...
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OnTheSnow.com
2 killed, 1 injured on California slopes
BusinessWeek
The owner of China Peak Mountain Resort northeast of Fresno says a 30-year-old snowboarder was killed Sunday after falling head first in an open ski area. Tim Cohee said about 5 feet of snow fell in the Sierra National Forest over the weekend.
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2 die on California ski slopes
UPI.com
LOS ANGELES, March 19 (UPI) -- Two people died in weekend accidents onski slopes in California, officials say. At China Peak Mountain Resort in Lakeshore, Fresno County, a 30-year-old snowboarder died Sunday when he fell face-first into new snow and ...
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Spring Skiing
Salt Lake City Weekly
His family chose Utah after hearing about last season's historicsnowfall. Though mountain-wise natives disparage current snowlevels, locals haven't stayed away. Resort parking lots are full daily. But this month is when numbers start to thin because ...
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Salt Lake City Weekly
With 5 to 9 feet of snow, Lake Tahoe makes for promising spring ski season
Carson Now
Meanwhile, recent storms really packed a punch in North Lake Tahoe with ski resorts reporting up to 9 feet of new snow at their upper elevations, making for some of the best conditions of the season. South Lake Tahoe is one of the ultimate spring ...
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Early spring warm-up closes Granite Peak Ski Area slopes
Wausau Daily Herald
Lift operations manager Brandon Marquardt takes out a lift seat Monday at Granite Peak Ski Area in Rib Mountain. Sunday was the last day for skiing and snowboarding. / Xai Kha/Wausau Daily Herald RIB MOUNTAIN --Granite PeakSki Area closed Sunday, ...
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Corporate ski bookings climb as the snow falls
ITCM
Corporate bookings to European ski resorts are on the up indicating an increased confidence amongst companies investing in staff incentives, according to independent ski specialist Powder White. With a portfolio of tailor-made chalet, ...
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Snow King Ends Season With Snowmobile Hillclimb
OnTheSnow.com
Snow King Mountain leads other Wyoming ski areas in closing this spring on March 25, 2012. Photo courtesy of Snow King Mountain. Snow King Mountain may be the first ski resort to close this spring in Wyoming. But the ski area ends with an event that ...
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OnTheSnow.com
Storm doesn't ease Arizona drought
Tucson Citizen
The Arizona Snowbowl, a popular ski resort outside Flagstaff, measured 53 inches over about two days. Sunrise Park Resort near Pinetop-Lakeside in eastern Arizona reported more than 2 feet, extending the ski season for bothresorts. Elsewhere, snow ...
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February resort bookings rose with snow's arrival
Salt Lake Tribune
The Denver-based Rocky Mountain Lodging Report said Monday that lodging establishments it monitors in Park City and other Utah ski destinations filled almost 71 percent of their rooms in February. That was up from 67 percent a year earlier and 59 ...
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Ski Experts Warn Of Backcountry Dangers
CBS Local
NEVADA COUNTY (CBS13) – There's plenty of snow up in the Sierra, and skiers say it's the perfect ski conditions. But after two skiers got stranded last night, it's a reminder or the dangers ofskiing on backcountry trails. “It's the best conditions all ...
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CBS Local
The Government of Canada Supports Initiative to Reduce Injuries Among Children ...
MarketWatch (press release)
SMARTRISK Foundation, in partnership with the Canadian Ski Patrol System and Canada Snowboard, will raise awareness about ski and snowboardsafety to help youth and parents better manage risks on ski hills. SNOWSMART includes activities such as the ...
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Banff-Lake Louise is Breaking Snowfall Records
OnTheSnow.com
With over 7 feet of dry, light Canadian Rockies powder falling in Banff–Lake Louise since the start of March, and a deep base of 101 inches, the area's three resorts, Mt. Norquay, The Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village are experiencing epic, ...
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OnTheSnow.com
Marmot Basin's Got Snow; Jasper's Got Off-Season Lodging Rates
OnTheSnow.com
Marmot is benefiting from a year of good snow. It has already received 25 percent more snow than in an average year. Thesnow at Marmot is also on track to break the previous snowfallrecord set 13 years ago. The ski resort, located in Jasper National ...
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OnTheSnow.com
Loon Mountain Offers Plenty of Spring Snow and a Calendar Packed with Fun Events
The Union Leader
Lincoln, NH, March 19: Thanks to the efforts of Loon Mountain's snowmaking and grooming team and over two feet of snow falling so far in March, Loon Mountain celebrates spring skiing and riding with 98% of terrain open and fun, favorite spring events ...
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The real extreme sport: skiing in Afghanistan
Foster's Daily Democrat
But the mountains are spectacular and provide seemingly endless runs down pristine slopes filled with nothing but the sound of the wind and the rush of skisagainst snow — a far cry from the crowded trails of American and Europeanski resorts.
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Snow biking: A new way to ride in winter
Salt Lake Tribune
But with the proliferation of groomed ski trails and better bike ingenuity, mountain bikers are clipping into their pedals and taking to Utah's snow-covered trails, sharing them with those who cross-country ski, snowshoe or walk.
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Snow keeps mounting at ski resort
Canada.com
"The accumulations have been tracking very similar to that big week last season," explains resort spokesperson Brent Curtain. "The skies have unleashed 2 metres of snow in the last few days and everybody is stoked." Mount Washington now has the deepest ...
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Warmer temperatures following late winter storm
Mohave Valley News
With higher temperatures forecast for later this week come concerns about avalanches in the backcountry areas of the San Francisco Peaks in northern Arizona and high traffic to the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort and other snowplay areas.
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Winter Storm Brings Feet of Snow
KTXL
What was a typical Monday morning for most, turned out to be one of the best mornings of the year for snow enthusiasts. Parts of the Sierra were blanketed with nearly 10 feet of snow over the weekend and ski resorts and their customers love it.
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Stevens Pass Offers Discounts With PNW Passes
OnTheSnow.com
With abundant snow this March in the Cascade Mountains, the last several weeks of the season should offer plenty of snow for Washington skiers and snowboarders. Season passholders from other resorts and REI members can get lift ticket discounts this ...
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OnTheSnow.com
Sierra Storms Produce Season's Best Ski Conditions
Ski Channel
Just north of Lake Tahoe, the Boreal and Soda Springs resortshave reportedly received 6 to 8 feet from storms over the last week. The Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley resorts also reported getting up to 4 feet of snow over a 24 hour period ending...
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Ski Channel
'March Miracle' in the Sierra Not Without Tragedy; Snowboarder Identified
KSEE
The newly fallen snow took the life of 30-year-old Kynan Stanner. “He fell forward and was immersed in the snow,” says Bailey. Stanner was riding down the resorts double black diamond when he fell head first into five feet of snow.Ski Patrol says he ...
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Obergurgl Snow Report 20 Mar 2012 | Ski Total
By Moira
Snow depth in resort is 100cm and at the top of hte ski area it is 170cm. Freshsnow ... Snow depth at the top of the ski area: 110cm at Steinmahd 2300mSnow depth in resort: Up to 65cm Lech is enjoying another week of fabulous sunshine!
Ski Total News
Banff-Lake Louise is Breaking Snowfall Records - OnTheSnow
Great snow and jaw-dropping views at The Lake Louise Ski Area. Photo by Chris Moseley. Take advantage of the amazing snow here in Banff National Park this spring; lift & lodging packages are available from $77*. The iconic Fairmont Banff ...
Ski & Skiing News - Daily Local Ski News
Ski Resort News: "Summer Flavoured" Spring Skiing at Mont SUTTON
By Ski Resort News
The snow cover at Mont SUTTON is still great on several trails! This said, some trails also offer bare-spots to the delight of spring skiing enthusiasts looking for an additional challenge! With the warm temperature forecast in the next days, Mont ...
Ski Resort News
Little snow has been rough on Beaver County ski resort | Deseret ...
Eagle Point Ski Resort in Beaver County opened last year. It was a greatsnow year, and it did well. This year, the resort is really struggling because of the lack of ...
www.deseretnews.com/.../Little-snow-has-been-rough-on-Bea...
Idaho's Schweitzer Ski Resort touts great snow ... - The News Tribune
Lake Pend Oreille below makes Schweitzer Mountain feel like the Northwest's own Lake Tahoe region. And the 2900 acres of steeps, tree skiing and ...
www.thenewstribune.com/.../idahos-schweitzer-ski-resort-touts...
South Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts Await Weekend Snowfall - KTVN ...
KTVN Channel 2 - Reno Tahoe News Weather, Video - South Lake Tahoe SkiResorts Await Weekend Snowfall. Member Center: Create Account|; Log In ...
www.ktvn.com/.../south-lake-tahoe-ski-resorts-await-weekend-...
Two dead, one injured after weekend Sierra Nevada snow
Hu had been skiing alone in an experts-only area of the Sierra-at-Tahoe resortand was ... Two skiers saw the base of a snowboard sticking out and dug out a ...
www.reuters.com/.../us-snow-deaths-idUSBRE82I1222012031...
Weather System Restocks Ski and Snowboard ... - Northwest News
Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW. Wednesday, March 7th, 2012, 12 53pm. Print E-mail. 1 of 14; ››. Courtesy: Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort ...
northwest.8newsnow.com/.../124318-weather-system-restocks-...
Ski resorts enjoying March storms | KTVB.COM Boise
All the wet weather we've been having in the valley this week has been goodnews for the ski resorts. Since Monday, Bogus Basin has got 6 inches ofsnow, Sun ...
www.ktvb.com/.../Ski-resorts-enjoying-March-storms-142960...
Late winter snow means bonus skiing time at several areas | Outdoors
The abundant snowfall this winter will allow some ski and snowboard areasto remain open well into spring. Places like Crystal Mountain Resort have made ...
seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/.../2017771028_outn18.html
Dartmouth Economists: SmartPhone Apps Bust Ski Area Snow ...
New Hampshire News · Latest · Campaign 2012 ... And when those big snowstorms wallop the mountains, ski areas see dollar signs. A pair of Dartmouth...
www.nhpr.org/.../dartmouth-economists-smartphone-apps-bus...
Later than they hoped, but Sierra ski resorts rejoice over storms ...
It may be later than they wanted, but Sierra Nevada resort operators are rejoicing after a string of storms produced the season's best skiing conditions.
www.washingtonpost.com/.../gIQAeGrhMS_story.html
Arizona's ski resorts blanketed with fresh powder - Tucson News Now
ARIZONA (Tucson News Now) - Although this latest winter storm is causing some havoc for drivers, it's a sweet sight to skiers, snow boarders, and most of all, ...
www.tucsonnewsnow.com/.../arizonas-ski-resorts-blanketed-wi...
More Tahoe Ski Resort Snow Pics | Slope Dope | an SFGate.com blog
Quick links to the best of SFGate | Still can't find it? see Site Index · News ». Today ... Here are some more fluffy snow pics from the ski resorts. We'll keep posting ...
blog.sfgate.com/ski/2012/03/.../more-tahoe-ski-resort-snow-pi...
U.S. Ski Resort Revenues Up 7.9% in 2010-2011 Snow Season ...
Ski-Resort.jpg According to RRC Associates' Snowsport Economic Analysis Report, average gross revenues and average revenue per visit at resorts were both ...
www.worldpropertychannel.com/.../ski-resort-revenues-rrc-ass...
Less Snow Bringing Fewer Skiers To Colo. Resorts
Visitation to a number of Colorado ski resorts has been down this ear thanks to less snow in the mountains.
www.kktv.com/.../Less_Snow_Bringing_Fewer_Skiers_To_Co...
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