App Ski anticipates next season will
be longest in N.C. history
Ski Beech
Snowboarders get ready to ride some rails for cash at Beech
Mountain this Saturday, Feb. 7, at 5 p.m. for Tree City’s
3rd Rail Jam. The competition is comprised of three very exclusive
rail setups created by Tree City. The event is a winner-takes-all
divided into three sections – best of breed, 15 and under
and all girls.
Skiers and snowboarders pay $20 to participate and there will
be judges representing both parties equally. All registrants will
be given a Kangol winter cap. The prize package includes cash,
a jacket from Under Armour, headphones from Skull Candy, an official
“3rd Rail” snowboard from Launch, gloves from Pow, a
gift certificate from 4-Front Skis and eyewear from Smith.
While hitting the rails, enjoy music from hip-hop artists and
deejays throughout the day, and graffiti artists will display
their artwork throughout the event. Cash prizes will be given
to the winners of the event. After riders have had their fill
of the rails, they can attend the after party, highlighting hip-hop
artist Brotha Reade and Pro-Reg. The after party will be in the
Beech Tree Bar and Grille.
“This is one event you do not want to miss,” Talia Freeman,
event coordinator for Ski Beech, said.
For more information about this event, visit www.3rdrailjam.com.
As of Jan. 4, Beech currently has 11 out of 15 slopes open with
five out of 10 lifts operational. Surface conditions include 35-65
inches of powdered base.
For more information, visit www.skibeech.com.
Appalachian Ski Mountain
Appalachian Ski Mountain just announced its schedule for
2009 through 2010 winter season, claiming the longest scheduled
season in North Carolina history. The ski area has scheduled
to stay open until April 11, 2010. The upcoming projected season
will begin the Friday before Thanksgiving on Nov. 20 and will
last for 142 days, excluding Christmas.
“We recognize that Easter is an important family holiday
and want to accommodate vacationing families throughout the
Southeast region,” general manager Brad Moretz said. “We
believe this will be the longest scheduled ski and snowboard
season in the 48-year history of North Carolina skiing.”
He said the lengthening the season is a result of Appalachian’s
annual commitment to improvements in its snowmaking capability.
Appalachian will continue to make snow through the week after
Easter 2010 to offer its guests the best quality experience
and snow surface possible.
Fresh Friday is coming up this Friday, Feb. 6, with several
new features displayed. Fresh Fridays were created to provide
a laid-back jam session that is constantly changing. This week,
Fresh Friday will be held at Candied Appal and is free with
a purchase of a ski ticket. It is for skiers and snowboarders
of all skill levels and ages. Registration begins at 5 p.m.
and the event starts at 7 p.m.
As of Jan. 4, Appalachian’s surface conditions are 88-114
inches of groomed powder with all lifts and slopes open and
operational. Appalachian has prided itself on not making snow
during open slope hours between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. and is still
abiding by that rule.
For more information, visit www.appskimtn.com.
Hawksnest Resort
Due to the snow and wind on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb.
3 through 4, Hawksnest was closed, but will reopen Thursday,
Feb. 5, with snow tubing sessions at 10 a.m., 12p.m., 2p.m .and
4p.m. The fresh snow should make this weekend ideal for snow
tubing.
For more information, visit www.hawksnest-resort.com.
Sugar Mountain Resort
As of Jan. 4, Sugar’s surface conditions were 50-98
inches of natural and manmade powder.
On Saturday, Feb. 7, Boss Hawg is playing at Sugar Mountain
from 4 to 6 p.m.
On Sunday, Feb. 8, High Country Junior Race Series Championships
will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Big Red. Registration begins at
7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m.
Also on Sunday there will be a USSA Giant Slalom Competition
for licensed USSA racers. The race will begin at 9 a.m.
For more information, visit www.skisugar.com.
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