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North American Ski Training Center (NASTC) Offers Summer Skiing Training Camp at Portillo, Chile

NASTC summer ski training camp will feature top U.S ski instructors

Truckee, CA - The first thing that hits you when you come around the last switchback up to Portillo is the immensity of the mountain peaks that are hovering over the base of this well known Chilean ski resort. For sixteen years the North American Ski Training Center (NASTC) has been bringing skiers from all over the United States to this small exclusive South American resort where they spend a week perfecting their skiing skills with members of the PSIA National Demonstration team. These individuals have gone through rigorous training and certification processes and proven themselves to be the best ski instructors in the country.

NASTC is a performance ski school for intermediate to expert skiers based in Tahoe, Ca. NASTC uses a systematic approach to ski improvement that helps develop the appropriate skills and tactics within skiers that will allow them to ski more of the mountain. At NASTC's Portillo camp, skiers start the week with a focus on fundamentals and making adjustments to their stance and balance, steering and edging skills. As the week progresses tactics for skiing different types of terrain and conditions are introduced. Video critique adds to the on-hill coaching and personal feedback each student receives.

Portillo's lifestyle activities complement the on-hill ski time to give a vacation element to the trip. Group camaraderie forms over decadent meals in Portillo's scenic dining room, NASTC's annual Ping Pong tournament, happy hour in the piano lounge and dancing in Portillo's lively nightclub. The NASTC Camp is designed for skiers who want adventure in addition to coaching, like to ski at world class resorts and have a passion for learning and improving their skiing.

What: NASTC Summer Dream Skiing Camp
Where: Portillo, Chile
When: Aug 14-24, 2009
Price: $4390 and includes the following:

· Ground transfers to and from Portillo

· 7 nights loding in the Octagon at Portillo (upgrades to the hotel are available)

· 4 gourmet meals per day (includes the Chilean custom of tea-time, "onces")

· 6 days instruction in small groups (6-1 ratio, no more than 24 total) led by PSIA Natl Demonstration Team members

· Evening tech talks on topics ranging from equipment to conditioning to out of bounds skiing

· Personalized video reviews

· NASTC goodie-bag and sponsor give-a-ways

· Travel and Santiago night options available

· Backcountry tours , heli-skiing and other upgrades optional

Please contact NASTC for additional details (530) 582.4772

(Squaw Valley USA, Olympic Valley, California) - Squaw Valley USA will bring the longest season in Lake Tahoe to a close this weekend with superb spring conditions, the world's biggest pond skimming contest, and the final sales days of the dramatically discounted 50/60 Anniversary Season Passes. Squaw Valley USA, North America's Spring Skiing Capital, continues to offer exceptional spring skiing conditions right to the end with a base snowpack on the upper mountain of over 7 feet. Upper mountain lifts will remain open daily through this Sunday, May 10th.

LAKE CUSHING CLASSIC - WORLD'S BIGGEST POND SKIMMING CONTEST - SAT, MAY 9
North America's original pond crossing, the Lake Cushing Classic, returns to Squaw Valley USA for the 19th consecutive season. This wildly entertaining competition challenges local lunatics and gregarious guests to cross the vast and chilly waters of Lake Cushing on skis, a snowboard or any ski or snowboard-based vessel. Notorious for its colossal crashes, hilarious costumes, and ultra-creative pond skimming contraptions, the 19th annual Lake Cushing Classic is rescheduled for Saturday May 9, 2009.

Pond Skimming has become a fixture on spring event lineups at ski resorts around the world. However, it was at Squaw Valley, 19 years ago, when the event was first conceived. At the end of each ski season, when the large pond at the base of the mountain ("Lake Cushing") had melted, Squaw Ski Patrollers would attempt to ski across Lake Cushing as a ceremonious goodbye to the season. The ritual developed into a public competition and later, Squaw Valley's signature spring event. Since then, plenty of ski resorts have their go at pond skimming events, but none do it quite like Squaw Valley. Perhaps it is because the characters at Squaw are a little more daring, a little more agile, and a little bit better on sticks. Or maybe it is because "Lake" Cushing is a real pond, rather than a tarp-lined ditch or kiddie pool. Whatever the reason, the Cushing Classic blows other pond skimming events out of the water, and the thousand plus spectators each year are testament to that.

Registration starts at noon, and the event begins at 2pm.

LAST DAYS FOR DISCOUNTED SEASON PASSES - SALE ENDS MAY 11
In celebration of two milestone anniversaries - Squaw Valley's 60th anniversary and the 50th anniversary of the 1960 Olympics, Squaw Valley is offering 2009-10 Season Passes for as low as $369 for adults, $269 for 18 to 22 year-olds and $99 for children. In the past Squaw's season pass price point kept many snow sport enthusiasts from discovering Squaw Valley's 4,000 acres of skiable terrain, advanced lift network of 33 lifts, convenient base area parking, free night skiing, a mountaintop lagoon & Spa, and the many other perks afforded to Squaw Valley Passholders.

Arapahoe Basin, CO - May 2, 2009 - Arapahoe Basin ski area will be open seven days a week until closing day June 7, 2009. Ninety two trails are open with six lifts serving 797 acres including the East Wall and Montezuma Bowl. All skier services are available including snow sports lessons and ski and board rentals. All items in the retail store at Arapahoe Sports are 50% off.

May Concert Series

Arapahoe Basin heats things up this May with the Shakin' at the Basin free May Concert Series. Most Saturdays in May A-Basin will have free entertainment from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the base area.

Line Up

May 2 - Stifler's Mom - Rock, new rock, pop music

May 9 - Boo Daddy - High energy rock, funk, Motown and dance

May 16 - Pride of Five - Classic rock

May 23 - Coral Creek - Bluegrass

May 24 - That Eighties Band - Music from our favorite decade

May Events

A-Basin will hold free rail jams in the Treeline Terrain Park May 2, 9, 16 and 23. Huck, Rock and Roll, the largest of the rail jams, will take place May 2. On May 24, brewmasters from Summit County's five local breweries will serve up their best brews for the 8^th Annual Festival of the Brewpubs from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00p.m. in the base area.

Arapahoe Basin Bonus Pass

The 2009-10 Arapahoe Basin Bonus Pass is now on sale. The passes can be purchased for $349 for adults (age 15+) and $259 for children (age 6-14). The Bonus Pass provides skiers and riders unlimited usage at A-Basin during the remainder of the 2008-09 season as well as the entire 2009-10 season plus five non-transferable ski days valid at Keystone or Breckenridge. One of those five days can be used at Vail or Beaver Creek (some date restrictions apply). This price is subject to change and a limited number of these passes will be sold.

A-Basin Only Season Pass

The 2009-10 Arapahoe Basin only Adult Season Pass (age 20-69) can be purchased for $289, the youth pass (age 15-19) is selling for $199, and the child pass (age 6-14) is selling for $109. These passes are also valid for the remainder of the 2008-09 season as well as the entire 2009-10 season with no black out dates.

Arapahoe Basin's closing date is set for June 7, 2009. A-Basin has received over 70" of snow since April 1. For more information on the Shakin' at the Basin May Concert Series, spring events, season passes or snow conditions call 888-ARAPAHOE (272-7246)

Flagstaff, AZ - The National Ski Area Association (NSAA) has announced that the Arizona Snowbowl has won the prestigious Best Overall Safety Award for ski areas across the nation with less than 250,000 skier visits. Snowbowl participated in NSAA's 10th Annual National Safety Week, which was held January 16 - 22, 2009.

Snowbowl's Safety Initiative was "BAAH", Be Alert, Accident's Hurt, with Sammy the Safety Sheep as their mascot. They will accept their award at NSAA's National Convention Awards Ceremony in May. Snowbowl was one of nine resorts chosen out of the 326 NSAA member resorts. They will also be highlighted in the NSAA Journal in their August edition.

"I'm super excited to have our safety program recognized by NSAA. The creation and implementation of BAAH was a lot of fun, but also a lot of work. We could not have had the success that we did without the support of every employee, management and especially the commitment from our safety committee", states Jon Gauld, Snowbowl's Safety Coordinator. "In addition, the Arizona Snowbowl has an awesome, very tight knit local clientele who supported our program 110%. We could not have done it without them."

"New initiatives and ideas made this program stand out. Be Alert Accidents Hurt (BAAH) and Stop, Hear, Evaluate, Eliminate, and Proceed (SHEEP) were the messages that helped them win. They were able to promote safety awareness through Sammy the Safety Sheep and get all departments and guests excited about the new program. I could feel the energy that was put into this program just by looking at the materials and reading the application form. There was a true sense of pride in what the employees accomplished and I could tell they were excited about it and this in turn made me excited for them!", states Dave Byrd, NSAA Director of Education & Risk.

Snowbowl implemented a season long safety initiative which included; buttons, bandanas, banners, posters and Smart Style terrain park clinics. The safety program will continue next season with plans to further educate employees and guests about Slope Safety.

The result of the effort was impressive, with fewer slope related injuries and a 50% drop in employee work comp claims which will lower insurance premiums.

Copper Mountain, CO…May 1, 2009…Copper announces its 2009 summer events schedule including legendary favorites like the Courage Classic, Guitar Town and Copper Country, in addition to new events like the Copper Cup and the Mountain Home & Outdoor Expo. In addition, make sure to check out Woodward at Copper, the first indoor/outdoor ski and snowboard camp on the planet, offering Summer Camps for those looking to progress their terrain park and pipe skills in the off-season.

While enjoying Copper's summer events, guests will also enjoy fun, family oriented activities at Copper - for either a day with Summer Day Passes or all summer long with the new Summer Activity Pass. Summer Day Passes once again give guests access to many summer activities for a full day. New this summer - the Summer Activity Passes offer unlimited access to select activities from June 19 - Sept. 7, for those looking for more than one day of fun with the family, for only $149.

Summer 2009 Schedule

June 14 - 20 Woodward at Copper Session 1

The first week of Woodward at Copper summer camp will be geared towards adults, women and competitive teams. Athletes will be coached; however there will be no overnight counselors or Copper activities during this Session.

June 19 - 21 Lift Off: Summer

Celebrate Copper's opening weekend with free live music, activities, specials and promotions. Don ' t miss Copper Creek, the highest championship golf course in North America , scheduled to open June 19.

June 21 - 27 Woodward at Copper Session 2

June 28 - July 4 Woodward at Copper Session 3

July 5 - 11 Woodward at Copper Session 4

July 12 - 18 Woodward at Copper Session 5

Sessions 2 through 5 are open for participants aged 10-18 and will include the complete summer camp offering with counselors and all Copper activities. A typical day during summer camp will include skiing or riding at Copper's summer version of the Catalyst terrain park, Barn sessions throughout the day and night (with access to Snowflex^® ramps, foam pits, trampolines, spring floors and indoor skateboard features), and many additional recreational activities including skate tours, rock climbing, rafting, music, hiking and more. Call 866-534-7444

July 3 - 5 3Ring Weekend

A free family event featuring live music by Super Diamond, the National Repertory Orchestra performing Peter and the Wolf, the Primp My Ride kid powered parade, the first annual Reuse, Recycle, Rummage Sale, and hands-on, interactive activities designed to educate and entertain at the Conscious Carnival.

July 19 - 22 Woodward at Copper "Grom Week" Session 6

Session 6 is open for participants aged 8-12 and will include the complete summer camp offering with counselors and all Copper activities.

July 25 - 27 Courage Classic

The 20^th Annual Children ' s Hospital Courage Classic returns to Copper for three consecutive, fun-filled days of cycling over three Rocky Mountain passes at the height of summer. Thousands of riders hit the roads from Leadville to Summit County and back, for a 157-mile ride, encompassing backcountry roads, challenging climbs and as always, picturesque views, all in an effort to raise money for the Children's Hospital in Denver.

August 1 Copper Triangle Bicycle Tour

The famous Copper Triangle has long been considered one of Colorado 's classic alpine road rides. Graced with 78 miles of breathtaking scenery, gorgeous roads and three challenging climbs (including Fremont Pass, Tennessee Pass and Vail Pass), the Copper Triangle exemplifies cycling in the Colorado Rockies. The 2009 ride works in partnership with the Davis Phinney Foundation to raise funds for Parkinson's disease research. com

August 5 - 6 Guitar Town Guitar Clinic

Learn guitar moves right from a Guitar Town performer. The interactive Guitar Town Guitar Clinic with Pete Huttlinger is a workshop full of performances, enabling students to see first-hand what he is able to do with 6 strings and some wood. The workshop includes 4 nights lodging, 1 ˝ day seminar, continental breakfast and snacks during the sessions, opportunity to perform in the Guitar Town Showcase on West Lake Stage Friday night, and also includes the Saturday and Sunday guitar workshops, concerts and other festival activities. Restrictions may apply.

August 7 - 9 Guitar Town

Three free days of the world's best guitarists come together at Copper for the 5^th annual Guitar Town festival, featuring free guitar workshops on Saturday and Sunday, which are hands-on demonstrations open to the public. This year features free live music by: Scott Goldman, Joe Robinson, Led Kaapana, Preston Reed, Laurence Juber, Pete Huttlinger, John Jorgenson, Tommy Emmanuel, Mark Selby, Marty Stuart, Mick Taylor and The Players with Sol Philcox.

August 7 - 9 MINIs in the Mountains

The MINI Coopers return to Copper in 2009 for the 4th annual rally of both new and classic MINIs. These unique autos motor through the high alpine roads with several organized drives planned each day. Through enthusiastic attendance by many MINI owners and their families from across the country, MINIs in the Mountains has been called one of the best MINI enthusiast events.

August 8 - 9 Mountain Home & Outdoor Expo

In conjunction with Guitar Town, Copper is proud to host the Mountain Home & Outdoor Expo, presented by the Summit County Builder's Association, showcasing the region's best designers, builders and green practices. With 120+ exhibitors that cater to your home and outdoor lifestyle, presentations will range from cooking tips/ideas, and the most recent green practices, to pet training and remolding tips. Make sure to bring at least 3 non-perishable food items to be entered into a drawing for a chance to win great door prizes. Meet and chat with non-profit organizations that support our mountain communities and help support the Summit County Food Bank and other local organizations that provide community assistance. For more info call 970.485.2823.

August 22 US Half Marathon

The Copper Mountain US Race Series Half Marathon returns for a third year of competition. In addition to the half marathon through the scenic Rocky Mountains , runners can test their skills with the family-style 12k run, 5k walk and the kids MaraFun. The exhilarating course starts and finishes in the heart of the Village at Copper and has a little something for every level of runner. The Copper event has come to be known as one of the toughest and highest elevation half marathons in the U.S.

August 28 - 30 Copper Cup

The Copper Cup is a part of the Mountain States Cup Championship Series, which is a NORBA (National Off-Road Bicycle Association) and USAC (USA Cycling) sanctioned series. The Mountain States Cup (MSC) is the largest full-discipline (endurance and gravity) race series in the country. It is rider owned and operated and is nationally recognized for its strong junior and beginner programs. It also draws World-Cup caliber athletes that are drawn to the challenging courses and great Colorado atmosphere.

September 4 - 6 Copper Country

A Copper Labor Day festival tradition, Copper Country celebrates the best of the American spirit. This year, the festival is free! Incredible live music, the country's top fine artists, kids ' crafts, a petting zoo and pony rides come together to make it THE Labor Day event for the entire family. America and Little Feat headline this year, with performances by Michael Martin Murphey, Richie Furay, Shelby Lynne and more.

September 11-13 Copper Criteriums and Fall Colors Ride

Come enjoy a weekend of criterium cycling racing at Copper and festivities that includes a pro night criterium, amateur races and a fall colors ride consisting of a poker run format around Summit County . This weekend will also include a sponsor expo and free entertainment

Woodward at Copper is the first indoor/outdoor ski and snowboarding camp on the planet. Woodward at Copper campers who book early will save on 2009 summer camps, now starting at $899, a $200 savings from the original $1099 price*.

Week-long summer camps start this summer on June 14. A typical day during summer camp will include skiing or riding at Copper's summer terrain park, Barn sessions throughout the day and night with access to Snowflex® ramps, foam pits, trampolines, spring floors and indoor skateboard features, and additional recreational activities including skate tours, rock climbing, white water rafting, music, hiking and more. Call 866-534-7444 to book summer sessions.

June 14 - 20 Session 1

Session 1 is geared towards adults, women and competitive teams, without counselors or extra Copper summer activities. Athletes will be coached, however there will be no overnight counselors or Copper activities during this session.

June 21 - 27 Session 2

June 28 - July 4 Session 3

July 5 - 11 Session 4

July 12 - 18 Session 5

Sessions 2 through 5 are open for participants aged 10-18 and will include the complete summer camp offering with counselors and all Copper activities.

July 19 - 22 "Grom Week" Session 6

Session 6 is open for participants aged 8-12 and will include the complete summer camp offering with counselors and all Copper activities.

*$200 off is available for Sessions 2, 3, 4, and 5 only and must be booked by May 22, 2009. Price based on day camper rate for session 5. Not available with other offers or discounts. Taxes, surcharge and other restrictions may apply.

Arapahoe Basin, CO - April 30, 2009 The Summit County Rotaract presents The 5^th Annual Red Ball Beach Bash at Arapahoe Basin on May 9, 2009. The event will benefit the Summit County Family and Intercultural Resource Center (FIRC).

The Red Ball Beach Bash has taken place at A-Basin for 5 seasons. Formerly put on by The Summit County Rotary, the event is now run by Rotaract in Summit County. Since the event was taken over by Rotaract in 2007, it has raised more than $6,000 for local non-profits. Last year's event raised $2,500 which was donated to Friends of the Dillon Ranger District (FDRD), a local non-profit organization that promotes stewardship of the White River National Forest in Summit County.

"These Red Ball funds helped support 49 volunteer projects and over 7,350 volunteer hours during our 2008 stewardship season," said Guff Van Vooren, FDRD's Executive Director. "We are proud to partner with the Rotaract Club. They are an important partner and we appreciate their support of our efforts!"

Participants purchase chances to win for $5, in a lottery-type contest. Numbered red exercise balls are rolled down the High Noon run and funneled into three winning number combinations. Cash prizes are awarded to these top three winners! 1^st prize is $1,500, 2^nd prize is $750, and 3^rd prize is $500.

The event will include Budweiser beer specials in the base area, live music, and cash prizes. Tickets will be sold on May 9, 2009 in the base area at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area beginning at 8:00 a.m. Music, provided by high-energy, funk, and rock band, Boo Daddy will begin at noon on the ticket office steps. The red balls will be rolled at 3:45 p.m. with prizes awarded shortly after.

This year, The Rotaract has partnered with other nonprofit organizations around the county to help sell tickets for Red Ball on behalf of the Summit County Rotaract. In exchange, The Summit County Rotaract pledges to give 50% of the proceeds back to those who help sell tickets.

Rotaract is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young men and women. Rotaract clubs are either community or university based, and they're sponsored by a local Rotary club. This makes them true "partners in service" and key members of the family of Rotary. Summit County's Rotaract Club has been in existence since 2006. More than $9,000 has been raised for local non-profit organizations through the group's involvement in a number of community events and fundraisers, including $1,500 earlier this year that was donated to The Summit County Animal Shelter.

This year's Red Ball Beach Bash benefactor, The Family & Intercultural Resource Center (FIRC) is a nonprofit organization that aims to enhance the quality of life in Summit County, Colorado, by providing parenting education, early childhood development programs, emergency assistance, homelessness prevention and cultural integration to families, immigrants and refugees. FIRC is also home to one of Summit County's largest food banks and Summit Thrift and Treasure, Summit County's largest nonprofit thrift store.

LAKEWOOD, Colo. ? April 30, 2009 ? Today the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) honored nine member resorts with its annual Heads Up National Ski Area Safety Awards. Each season the awards recognize those resorts that have done an outstanding job of educating employees and guests about skiing and snowboarding responsibly. The 2009 winners are:

? Best Overall Safety Program
*(More than 250,000 skier visits)
Beaver Creek Resort, Colo.

? Best Overall Safety Program
*(Less than 250,000 skier visits)
Arizona Snowbowl, Ariz.

? Best Safety Week Program
Vail Mountain, Colo.

? Best Terrain Park Safety Program
Stevens Pass, Wash.

? Best Avalanche Safety Program
Telluride Ski Resort, Colo.

? Best Helmet Safety Program
Okemo Mountain Resort, Vt.

? Best Use of the Web in a Safety Campaign
Holiday Valley Resort, N.Y.

? Best Employee Involvement & Education
Mountain High Resort, Calif.

? Best Safety Rap (Community Outreach)
Northstar-at-Tahoe, Calif.

Join Monster Athletes for spring shredding, live music, autograph signings, and Cinco de Mayo antics at the Lagoon & Spa at High Camp, el. 8200'

[Squaw Valley USA] April 30, 2009 - Squaw Valley USA and Monster Energy are gearing up for "Monster de Mayo," the craziest Cinco de Mayo party in ski country. Monster Energy's snow sport athletes invite everyone to cash in on Squaw Valley's endless season and join them for skiing, riding, mountaintop swimming, hot tub soaking, and jamming out to live DJ beats at Monster de Mayo, on Cinco de Mayo (Tuesday, May 5) at Squaw Valley USA.

Beginning at 11 am, fiesta-loving skiers and riders can head to the Lagoon & Spa at High Camp, el. 8200' for Monster de Mayo autograph signings, drink specials, delicious Mexican eats, and a live DJ by the pool. Entry to Monster de Mayo is FREE to all skiers and snowboarders.

From 3 to 4 pm, fiesta-goers can get their skis, boards, or bikini tops signed by snow sport heroes. The Monster de Mayo autograph signing features Monster skiers TJ Schiller, Colby West, Kristi Leskinen, Peter Olenick, Corey Vanular, and Jossi Wells, and Monster snowboarders Nate Holland, Andy Finch and Marc Frank Montoya.

Monster de Mayo on Tuesday, May 5 marks the 6-day countdown to the deadline to purchase 2009-10 Season Passes at the 50/60 discounted rate. In honor of Squaw Valley's upcoming anniversaries, 2009-10 Season Passes start as low as $369 for adults, $269 for 18-22 year olds, and $99 for children if purchased by May 11, 2009.

~Distinguished Restaurants of North America Awards Resort More-than-Perfect Score~

BRETTON WOODS, NH, April 29, 2009 - The Dining Room at Mount Washington Resort recently received an overall score of 102 percent during an inspection by Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRoNA), an acclaimed non-profit organization which recognizes excellence in the food and beverage industry. The DiRoNA Quality Assurance Program is the only independent and anonymous restaurant inspection program in North America , and conducts impartial evaluations based on an extensive list of criteria.

DiRoNA inspectors assess each restaurant's physical property, environment, décor, cleanliness, quality of food and beverage, service and accuracy during evaluations. Each of these scores contributes to an overall score, which must be above 90 percent in order to remain eligible for DiRoNA membership. Mount Washington Resort's Dining Room, which was completely refurbished in May 2007, received 111% in the quality of cuisine category.

Located within The Mount Washington Hotel, The Dining Room boasts an innovative approach to classic New England-style cuisine. Guests can delight in seasonal and regional specialties such as Shallot and Rosemary Seared Duck Breast with Maple Shitake Bread Pudding, Broccolinni, Roasted Carrots and Vanilla Bourbon Gastrique. In addition, those who wish to receive a personalized dining experience can make reservations for a unique Golden Sash Dinner, where the Resort's award-winning culinary team works with guests to create and execute a menu of their choice. These five- or seven-course dinners, paired with carefully chosen wines designed to complement each dish, provide for a one-of-a-kind dining experience and a very special evening.

Mount Washington Resort's culinary tradition also includes hosting special annual events such as: Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 10, 2009; the Annual Fall Food and Wine Festival, November 6-8, 2009; a Thanksgiving Feast Buffet on Thursday, November 26, 2009; the New Year's Gala Dinner on Thursday, December 31, 2009; "Future Chefs" Weekend in early January; and a family favorite, Easter Sunday Brunch. This year, Mount Washington Resort will also be celebrating the 65th Anniversary of the Bretton Woods International Monetary Conference of 1944 by hosting a special dinner the evening of Saturday, July 25, 2009. Most of these events are open to the public and are also combined with special lodging and amenity packages for convenient booking. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, as there is limited seating and availability.

For more information about Mount Washington Resort's culinary offerings, including overnight packages and events, please call 877.873.0626.

LAKEWOOD, Colo. - April 28, 2009 - Today the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) announced the winners of the 2008/09 Marketing and Guest Service Awards. Winning programs will be formally recognized during an award reception at NSAA's National Convention and Tradeshow to be held at the Marriott Marco Island Resort, Fla., May 13-16. The awards, sponsored this year by SportsInsurance.com and BCF, are presented annually to ski resorts nationwide, both large and small, for their successful marketing and guest service programs that ultimately help grow the sports of skiing and snowboarding.

This year's categories recognized the Best Overall Marketing Program and the Best Overall Guest Service Program in four resort categories based on resort skier and rider visitation: Up to 100,000 visits; 100,000 to 250,000 visits; 250,000 to 500,000 visits; and 500,000 and more visits.

The 2008/09 winning resorts are:

Best Overall Marketing Program

Up to 100,000 visits: Tie: Indianhead Mountain, Mich. & Mad River Glen, Vt.
100,000 - 250,000 skier visits: Jay Peak Resort, Vt.
250,000 - 500,000 skier visits: Telluride Ski & Golf Resort, Colo.
500,000 or more skier visits: Mammoth, Calif.

Best Overall Guest Service Program

Up to 100,000 visits: Chestnut Mountain Resort, Ill.
100,000 - 250,000 skier visits: Mt. Sunapee Resort. N.H.
250,000 - 500,000 skier visits: Sugarbush Resort, Vt.
500,000 or more skier visits: Beaver Creek Resort, Colo.

Judges for this year's awards were Margie Bootenhoff, president of Clarity Marketing, Colo.; Rob Brown, president of Mountain News Corp., Calif., Christine Donovan, Event Director, BEWI Productions Inc., Mass., and Andy Hawk, Marketing Director, PSIA/AASI. Each of the winning programs will be highlighted in the August issue of the NSAA Journal.

Longest season in Utah Stretched to Memorial day

Snowbird, Utah - Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort surpassed the season-to-date snowfall total of 600 inches for the second straight year thanks to a 15 inch storm over the weekend. The Little Cottonwood Canyon resort is the only one in Utah still open for spring skiing and snowboarding. With a total snowfall of 612 inches and a mid-mountain base of 137 inches, there should be ample snow to ride on through Memorial Day.

"The mountain is remarkably still in mid-winter form," said Snowbird President Bob Bonar. "This season we experienced the resort's second-earliest opening ever, and we are excited to push the season through May and possibly beyond thanks to all this March and April snowfall."

Snowbird has received more than 100 inches in five out of the last sixth months, a feat that has only occurred four times in the last 60 years. April alone has deposited 132 inches, more than double the monthly average of 65 inches.

Snowbird is currently offering reduced price tickets of $62 that include the Aerial Tram, Little Cloud, Mineral Basin Express and Chickadee for the extended spring riding. Lifts will operate daily, April 27 through May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. From May 11 through May 25, the Tram, Little Cloud and Mineral Basin Express lifts will operate on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, conditions permitting. Snowbird's last day of winter operation is slated for Memorial Day.

Snowbird summer activities will begin June 13, including the new Wasatch Mining Company Gemstone Mine, Aerial Tram, Peruvian Chairlift and Tunnel, Alpine Slide, four-station climbing wall, ZipRider, Bungy Trampoline, Mechanical Bull and Inflatables.

The Ski School and Ski Rentals will be open along with the Upper Lodge serving a limited menu. There will be a big sale in Treasure Sports with up to 40% off of Fashion wear and 25% off of all T-shirts and beanies!

On Saturday, San Luis Valley Brewery Co. will be offering a selection of their finest beers on the upper lodge deck! Also a Rail Jam on Nova Lift will start at 1 PM. Registration is in the Upper Lodge starting at noon on Saturday. Registration is $30.00, this includes a free lift ticket for Nova only and prizes for winners!!!!! All proceeds go to the Skate Board Park in Pagosa Springs. For more info call Charlie at 970-759-5960.

Lift tickets will be at the locals' appreciation rate of $31.00 for Adults and $18.00 for Seniors and Children! All 2008 - 2009 Season Passes will be valid including weekday only and employees.

Current Conditions: 96 inches at midway and 100 inches at the summit!

Third Wave of Businesses Joins Other Consumer Giants in Pushing for Strong Energy and Climate Legislation in 2009

SAN FRANCISCO - Ceres president Mindy Lubber announced that three new companies - Aspen Skiing Company, Clif Bar, and Seventh Generation - have joined the new coalition Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP). The coalition is calling for passage of strong U.S. climate and energy policies in 2009 to spur development of a clean energy economy in America and reduce global warming pollution.

The announcement came at Ceres' annual conference in San Francisco , last week on April 16. Ceres, a leading coalition of investors and environmental groups working with companies to address sustainability challenges like climate change, coordinates BICEP.

Lubber greeted the newest BICEP members by pointing to the foresight embodied in their much-admired business models. "These companies have already proven that they see the future," Lubber said "They're pioneers in sustainable business practices that extend to every corner of their stakeholder communities - from employees and customers to operations and supply chains around the world.

"So it's no surprise that these companies are joining BICEP in tackling our nation's climate and energy challenges," Lubber said. "We welcome these new BICEP members and look forward to their contributions in achieving strong Congressional action to catalyze a clean energy economy."

Elysa Hammond, who oversees Clif Bar's environmental impact efforts, said that addressing climate change has always been at the forefront of the company's sustainability program.

"As a food company we understand that growing food depends on a stable climate," she said. "We also recognize that the food industry contributes significantly to global carbon emissions and has a responsibility to take action. And as a company run by people who love the outdoors, we recognize that global warming threatens the places we care about most deeply. So we're honored to join the BICEP coalition of businesses speaking up on behalf of strong and effective climate policy."

BICEP was launched in November by Levi Strauss & Co., Nike, Starbucks, Sun Microsystems and The Timberland Co. Last month three other companies joined -- eBay, Gap and Symantec.

This third wave of companies joining BICEP comes against the backdrop of growing momentum for strong nationwide energy and climate policies. BICEP members say an emphasis on energy efficiency and renewable energy provides the least expensive way forward for addressing climate change and transitioning to a clean energy economy. The group issued a statement last week supporting the core principles of the Waxman/Markey climate and energy bill introduced in Congress March 31.

The coalition's core principles include stimulating production of renewable energy, promoting energy efficiency and clean energy jobs, requiring the auction of all carbon allowances and limiting new coal-fired power plants to those that capture and store carbon emissions.

Auden Schendler, Aspen Skiing Company's Executive Director for Sustainability, said BICEP's work in the current climate and energy policy debate makes it "the most important and meaningful part" of companywide efforts to address climate change.

"It trumps all of our other activities," Schendler said. "We see climate as a key strategic issue facing the ski industry -- in Colorado alone winter sports are a $2 billion business and all of it is threatened by changes in climate. In turn those changes affect other parts of our economy like hunting, fishing, whitewater rafting and ranching. That's why this is job one for us."

Seventh Generation President Jeffrey Hollender said that joining BICEP is important to his company "because a planet at risk puts our business at risk. We believe the purpose of business is not separate from the project of humanity."

The new BICEP companies all have long track records of making sustainability a central component of their business models:

n Aspen Skiing Company, owner of the four-season Aspen/Snowmass resort, has been a pioneer in the use of wind power, green building technology and biodiesel fuels.

n Clif Bar has erected 13 wind turbines to offset its carbon footprint and instituted a "Cool Commute" employee incentive program that has resulted in the purchase of 33 hybrid or bio-diesel vehicles thus far.

n Seventh Generation is a leader in the production of non-toxic household products and in consumer education about those products. The company has also blazed a trail by candidly discussing in its public documents and reports its failures as well as successes in reaching sustainability goals.

KILLINGTON, Vt. (April 22, 2009) - Killington Resort is dropping golf season pass prices by $200 across the board off 2008 rates.

Golf season passes are on sale now as preparations are well under for a May 15th opening of the 18-hole, par-72 Killington Championship Golf Course. Seven-Day golf season passes (valid seven days a week) for the 2009 season are just $599. Midweek season golf passes (valid Monday through Friday and Sunday afternoons based upon availability) are just $299. Junior golf passes (valid Monday through Friday and Sunday afternoons based upon availability) are just $99.

"Our golf season pass prices offer a tremendous value opportunity for guests to enjoy a refreshing round of mountain golf throughout the summer and right into foliage season," said Dave Pfannenstein, director of golf.

An additional $100 will be deducted off the purchase price for each additional family member on both the Seven-Day and Midweek passes. Killington golf season pass holders also receive a 10 percent discount off pro shop non-sale items and 10 percent off Clubhouse Grill food items. Plus, season pass holders may book tee times up to five days in advance. Walking is permitted at any time for pass holders. Cart fees are not included in season passes and are $10 per pass holder for nine holes and $15 per pass holder for 18 holes. Cart fees include seven percent Vermont State Sales Tax.

Killington will also offer the Resort Player Card for $39, which offers a $49 early-season greens fees rate, including cart, through June 19. Regular season Resort Player Card rates are $49, including cart Monday through Friday, and $59 on weekends. Golf season passes and Resort Player Cards are on sale now at KillingtonGolf.com or by calling 800-621-MTNS.

Greens fees are $50 daily through June 19 and Monday through Friday June 20 through closing. Greens fees increase to $60 weekends only June 20 through closing. Cart fees are $19 for 18 holes. Twilight rates are just $30 midweek and $35 weekends after 3 p.m.

Killington Mountain Golf Getaways
Enjoy the stunning beauty of Vermont's Green Mountains with a Killington Mountain Golf Getaway package starting at just $90 per person, per night - including lodging and greens fees - plus tax and gratuity. In addition, enjoy more than 252 holes of scenic and challenging golf within an hour drive of Killington Resort! .

Killington Resort's 18-hole course is designed to test players of all abilities. The 6,186-yard, par-72 course features mountainous terrain and challenges the most polished of players, while allowing novices to enjoy their game. The golf training facility includes a 12,000-square-foot practice putting green and 15-station driving range. In addition, there are pitching and chipping areas, practice sand bunkers and a video review center. For tee times, call 802-422-6700. Lodging reservations and information are available by calling toll-free 800-621-MTNS

NEW - Introducing the Special Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus College Pass

Second Year of the Patriot Pass for Military Personnel

Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus $399 Sale Price EXTENDED through April 24, 2009

Winter Park, Copper Mountain, Steamboat Springs, CO - April 20, 2009 - The complete line-up of 2009-2010 season passes for three of Colorado's favorite resorts - Winter Park, Copper Mountain and Steamboat - are now available at the lowest prices for the season starting April 20, 2009. The variety of pass products offer something for everyone and provide exceptional value for guests eager to hit the bumps at Winter Park/Mary Jane, tear up Copper's phenomenal back bowls and find themselves waist-deep in Steamboat's Champagne Powder^® snow next season. New this year, Intrawest is making it easy for all guests to experience Colorado powder by purchasing their season passes through the all-new web portal. For a limited time, season passes can be secured for $49 down, with the remainder due mid-September 2009*.

" Winter Park , Copper Mountain and Steamboat have teamed up to offer a variety of pass products that deliver value when our guests are feeling the effects of the current economic environment," Intrawest Chief Marketing Officer Andy Wirth said. "We have unveiled our full line-up of pass products, allowing guests to purchase the type of pass that best suits their needs. Additionally, skiers and riders, regardless of where they live, are now able to purchase the Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus via skicolorado.com."

"We've also extended the availability of the specially-priced $399 Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus due to an overwhelmingly positive response." Wirth continues, "Clearly, skiers and riders, both state and worldwide, are responding favorably to the incredible value this pass affords - but its availability at this special price will end on Friday, April 24, 2009."

The Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus provides unlimited access to Winter Park Resort and Copper Mountain, with an additional six full days at Steamboat (no blackouts), as well as free skiing or riding at Steamboat Friday afternoons. For those avid skiers who want to follow all the storms next season, the Rocky Mountain Ultimate Pass offers unlimited access to all three resorts. As an additional benefit, for every adult Ultimate Pass purchased, families will receive one child's (12-and-under) Ultimate Pass FREE. The Rocky Mountain Super Pass will continue to provide unlimited access to Winter Park Resort and Copper Mountain , and individual resort season passes are also available for purchase.

Passholders will enjoy access to a combined total of 432 trails, 8,493 acres, and over 9,300 vertical feet of terrain, including: Steamboat's incredibly light Champagne Powder^® snow and world-class family programs; Mary Jane's world-renowned moguls and Winter Park's extraordinary alpine bowl and backcountry Cirque; Copper's first indoor/outdoor ski and snowboard camp on the planet - Woodward at Copper - and much more..

Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus - $399 Adult / $309 Teen (13-17) / $209 Child (6-12) / $239 Senior (70 +)
Sale price extended through April 24, save $40 over last years introductory price! Enjoy unlimited skiing and riding at Winter Park Resort and Copper Mountain as well as six unrestricted days, plus free Friday afternoons, starting at 12:30 p.m., to be used throughout the season at Steamboat.

Rocky Mountain Super Pass - $399 Adult / $309 Teen (13-17) / $209 Child (6-12)
For the best of both worlds, the Rocky Mountain Super Pass offers unlimited skiing/riding at Winter Park and Copper.

Rocky Mountain Ultimate Pass - $919 Adult / $519 Teen (13-17) / $309 Child (6-12) / $389 Senior
(70 +) / $30 (5-and-under)
Unrestricted, unsurpassed - the Rocky Mountain Ultimate Pass combines unlimited skiing and riding at Steamboat, Winter Park and Copper Mountain, plus a FREE child (6-12) Ultimate Pass with each adult Rocky Mountain Ultimate Pass purchase.

Copper Season Pass - $359 Adult (18-69 yrs.)
During the 2009-2010 season, enjoy unlimited access to Copper's naturally divided terrain, famed back bowls, Tucker Mountain Snowcat rides, and the nationally recognized Catalyst Terrain Park and Main Vein Superpipe.

Winter Park Season Pass - $369 Adult (18-69)
Unlimited access to Winter Park 's cruisers and Mary Jane's famous bumps.

Steamboat Season Pass - $879 Adult (18-69)
Unrestricted access to Steamboat's legendary Champagne Powder® Snow and incredible trees. Available at $879, the lowest level in nearly a decade, until June 1 by calling 877-237-2628 For a limited time, season passes can be secured for $100 down, with the remainder due in October 2009.

Copper Four Pass - $119
Ski or ride four days of your choice at Copper Mountain and receive four Friends and Family discounted lift tickets valid anytime during the season. New this year, no blackout dates!

Winter Park Four Pass - $129
Enjoy four days at Winter Park/Mary Jane and receive four Friends and Family discounted lift tickets valid anytime during the season. Blackout dates do apply, Dec. 27 - 31, 2009.

College Pass - $309
NEW! Full time college students are eligible to purchase the Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus at a discounted price when they present a valid college ID and current schedule. Purchases must be made in person at participating Front Range Christy Sports locations though May 31, 2009. Discounted pricing valid through April 27, 2009.

Military Patriot Pass - RMSP+ $229 Adult (13-69) / $114 Child (6-12) / RMSP $219 Adult (13-69) /
$104 Child (6-12)
Members of the military may purchase the Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus or the Rocky Mountain Super Pass starting April 27 at Colorado military bases. Requires Department of Defense Military ID.

Season passes purchased April 20 - June 1, 2009 will receive special spring bonuses in addition to traditional season-long benefits (the following do not apply to Ultimate Passes, Steamboat Only Passes or Four Passes):

· Guaranteed lowest price - SPRING BONUS

· Payment plan option - SPRING BONUS

· Receive ten Friends & Family vouchers, so your friends and family can ski at a discounted rate. The vouchers will be loaded in your pass profile and it will be up to you to decide who's lucky enough to get one.

· One year (6-issue) subscription to SKIING Magazine

· Discounts on Rental/Retail, Ski & Ride Schools and Food & Beverage outlets ( Winter Park and Copper only). Valid for all Season Passes and Four Passes .

· Free summer scenic chairlift rides and $10 mountain bike hauls at Copper Mountain with a RMSP, RMSP+, or Copper Season Pass

* Does not apply to Steamboat Season Pass

Book your Holiday stay at Snowshoe by April 30^th

Snowshoe, W.V.-- While the weather has turned spring-like, and Snowshoe Mountain's exciting summer season is just around the corner, the West Virginia resort is already looking ahead to next ski season. Season passes for the 2009-2010 season are now available, and skiers and riders purchasing their passes by April 30^th will be treated to incredible savings. Snowshoe is also offering a lowest rate promise for skiers and riders purchasing their holiday getaway by April 30^th.

Snowshoe Mountains season passes offer guests the smartest and most economical way to enjoy the resort's 60 slopes, 244 acres of skiable terrain and 1,500 vertical feet of excitement, as well as the beautiful mountaintop Village. Passes are available in a variety of categories, including adult, senior, student, college and the midweek plus pass, which allows skiers and riders to get in the most turns during the quieter mid-week periods, as well as unlimited skiing and riding at Snowshoe's Silver Creek Area. Right now, adult passes start at just $399, with college passes available for $299 and the mid-week plus pass available for $295. These low prices are only available through April 30^th.

Guests booking their 2009 holiday stay before April 30^th will also be treated to great savings with Snowshoe's lowest rate guarantee. The holidays are always a magical time at Snowshoe, but also prove to be one of the resort's busiest. By making plans now, guests will not only save, but will be offered greater variety in available packages. If any guest booking before April 30^th finds their package for a lower rate, their price will automatically be dropped to the lowest rate. A holiday getaway at Snowshoe offers friends and family the opportunity to spend time together, while enjoying Snowshoe's many winter activities, from skiing and snowboarding to guided snowmobile tours and shopping in the resort's mountaintop Village. With visits from Santa, numerous New Years Eve festivities, and on and off-the-snow fun, a Snowshoe escape will leave every member of the family with amazing, lasting memories. Also, by purchasing before April 30^th, skiers and riders will be treated to a reduced deposit rate of just 25% of the total cost, making early planning a smart, safe and economical choice!

[ Squaw Valley USA ] April 20, 2009 - Squaw Valley USA is once again offering the longest ski season in Lake Tahoe, as the resort plans to stay open for skiing and riding through May 10, 2009. Squaw Valley 's annual snowfall of 450 inches and mountain topography featuring acres upon acres of upper elevation North-facing terrain are among the natural attributes that enable the resort to remain open through the middle of May each ski season. This year, Squaw Valley 's closing date comes one day prior to the resort's May 11, 2009 deadline to purchase 2009-10 Season Passes at the 50/60 Anniversary discounted rate.

· This season Squaw Valley USA has received over 460 inches or 38 1/3 feet of snow, exceeding the resort's annual average of 450 inches.

· Base depths currently measure 125-135 inches on upper elevations.

· A testament to Squaw Valley 's spring bounty, the National Weather Service is calling for snow this weekend, April 24 through April 26.

Squaw Valley's blues skies, radiant sunshine, and deep snowpack epitomize perfect spring skiing conditions. Along with fresh powder, springtime brings coveted 'corn' snow, when the snow freezes at night and then softens gradually throughout the day as it is warmed by the sun. Akin to fresh powder, the corn snow surface is soft and forgiving and makes turning easy and very fun.

Squaw Valley's legendary spring product and the pending deadline to purchase the 50/60 Pass at the highly discounted rates that start at $369 for adults, are two perfect reasons for all skiers and riders - who have taken the plunge or are simply thinking about it - to come to Squaw for "Meet Your Mountain Day" on Sunday, April 26, 2009. Lift tickets on Meet Your Mountain Day are only $20 so that everyone can test-drive Squaw Valley before the May 11, 2009 deadline to purchase next year's 50/60 pass at the discounted price.

Best place to have a beer and bask in the sun

Swimming Lagoon & Spa and Umbrella Bar at H igh Camp, el. 8200': The high altitude pool and Jacuzzi offers skiers and snowboarders a one-of-a-kind mountain experience. Only at Squaw Valley USA can guests combine a great day on the slopes with a dip in a mountaintop swimming pool and a soak in a giant slopeside Jacuzzi. The free-form swimming lagoon is heated to approximately eighty degrees and contains two twenty-five meter lap lanes. The twenty-five foot diameter spa is heated to a soothing 103 degrees and surrounded by expansive decks and the casual Umbrella Bar.

Le Chamois: the benches and tables outside this classic ski bar are the place to be from 2 pm on.

Best late season events

101.5 Meet Your Mountain 50/60 Day and Pool Party - April 26
Join Squaw Valley USA and 101.5 FM KTKE Radio and take advantage of $20 lift tickets to get acquainted with Tahoe's top-ranked resort. You may even win a 2009-10 Season Pass with $1 raffle ticket that gets you into the 101.5 Meet Your Mountain Pool Party.

19t h Annual Lake Cus h ing Classic - MAY 3
World's Biggest Pond Skimming Contest

Strap on those old skis or snowboard (or the creative pond crossing vessel of your choice) and attempt to cross the chilly waters of Lake Cushing in front of a crowd of thousands. This event, you have to see to believe!

Wrightwood, CA - April 20, 2008 - Mountain High closed Sunday, April 19th, up 5% from the previous year making it their 4th best season in history. The area was the first to open in its region for the 12th straight year and posted record revenues in December but a soft economy, late opening, and less than average snowfall presented numerous challenges for the Southern California resort. Mountain High's platform of providing a great winter experience close to home proved to be infallible and the area saw families trading in their out-of-state vacations for 3-day weekends on the mountain. Ticket reservations reached an all time high and Private Lessons grew another 8% over an astonishing 31% the year prior leading resort officials to conclude that avid skiers and snowboarders will participate even in poor economic times.

Said Karl Kapuscinski, President and CEO, "Of the 12 years I have been at Mountain High, this is the one I am most proud of. With all the external challenges, the team here did an unbelievable job."

Fears of global warming were palatable as the resort opened on December 6th, nearly a month late and without a single drop of natural snow. Snowmaking improvements paid off though and, once the temperature dropped, the resort was quickly up and running with the region's first top-to-bottom trails and a budding terrain park. As if not to be outdone, winter storms arrived shortly thereafter leaving four feet of natural snow and catapulting Mountain High to full operation just prior to the Christmas holiday. The combination of pent up demand and waist-deep powder generated a huge increase in visits and departments across the board experienced record yields for the month. Areas such as Food & Beverage which were recently expanded ended up 6% for the year.

From start to finish Mountain High portrayed itself as the close, easy and safe alternative to destination resorts. A winter retreat with three separate resorts and something for every member of the family that doesn't take hours to reach or break the bank once you are there. Whether you just started this winter or haven't been locally in some time, Mountain High was the perfect solution for guests who wanted a real skiing experience without sacrificing hours on the road or thousands of dollars in airfare, lodging, tickets, and more. It wasn't uncommon for guests to spend $800 to $900 over a 3-day weekend which, to most consumers, sounds like a lot of money but for a family of four who traditionally spends thousands on a week-long trip out of state, it was a bargain. In addition to its "Ride Closer" campaign, Mountain High accentuated the on-hill experience with increased snowmaking, a world-class terrain park, and a new customer service department which wowed guests with daily goodies and personal attention.

Said Tom Cordell from Thousand Oaks , "I've been coming to Mountain High off and on for years and I have never had a better experience than I did this season. I was greeted on the way in, helped to fit my daughter with the perfect helmet in the sport shop, and the granola on the way out was the perfect touch."

Snowfall was "not" the story this year as totals hovered a foot to two feet below average but the season's kick-off in December and a second, 4 foot storm in early February set the resort up for a strong President's Day weekend with momentum that would carry them through mid April. Mountain High was also one of the last resorts in the country to make snow on April 5th. That combined with the extended Easter/Spring Break schedule gave Southern Californian's reason to visit right up to the end on April 19th. Mountain High finished the 2008/09 season up 5% in visits from the previous year making it the 4th best winter in its history. Tubing attendance was up nearly 10% and season pass sales complete the picture with a whopping 20% increase over last year.

The recent storm has dumped 16 inches of fresh snow in the last two days at Copper leaving beautiful skiing and riding conditions for closing weekend. Sunsation and the Red Bull 1976 Games will continue, despite recent I-70 road closures. To accommodate those traveling, Copper announces the following revised Sunsation Schedule.

REVISED SUNSATION SCHEDULE:

Saturday, April 18

9:00 - 10:30 a.m. 1976 Games Registration

11:00 - 11:45 a.m. Course Inspection - Snowblade Cross

12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Snowblade Cross Qualifiers

1:45 - 3:00 p.m. Snowblade Cross Finals

3:00 p.m. Mix Master Mike - Sunsation Stage

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 1976 Games Old School Air

5:30 p.m. DJ Z Trip - Sunsation Stage

Sunday, April 19

1:00 p.m. JD Feighner

3:00 p.m. Motet Trio Presents: Juno What

5:00 p.m. STS9 (A Live PA Set)

Because of all the great snow and events going on at Copper, this weekend is an opportune time to use any remaining days on your Four Pass, or to get more value out of your season pass. Sunday, April 19 is the last day to purchase the Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus for next season at the guaranteed lowest price of $399.

Aspen Highlands Extended Season, April 18-19 and 25-26

Aspen/Snowmass, Colo. , April 17, 2009 - It will be a guaranteed powder day at Aspen Highlands tomorrow with a foot of snow falling within the last 24 hours and up to a foot of snow expected tonight.

This storm came just in time for the re-opening of Aspen Highlands, this weekend, April 18-19 and next weekend, April 25-26.

In addition to the recent snowfall, two feet of snow has fallen at Highlands since the mountain's official closing day on April 5.

With lodging deals starting as low as $25/night based on double occupancy* and lift tickets starting as low as $19, there's no better time to experience Aspen/Snowmass.

Lift tickets are only $39 per day for adults, youth and seniors will pay $29 and children's tickets will be $19. As always children six and under ski for free. Current season passholders from any other resort in the country will pay just $19 for their lift ticket. All Aspen/Snowmass season passes are valid as they are during the regular season.

(LOVELAND SKI AREA, Georgetown, CO. - April 17, 2009) - Loveland Ski Area is extending the ski season for pass holders at other ski areas. Loveland is offering discount lift tickets for the remainder of the season to anyone that presents a 2008-2009 season pass from another ski area.

"We would like to remind people that the ski season isn't over until you say it is," said John Sellers, Marketing Director. "Loveland would like to invite season pass holders from other ski areas to come see what Loveland is all about at a discounted rate. If your mountain is closed for the season, but you still want to make some turns in this great, spring snow, just show your season pass at the ticket window and you can purchase a lift ticket for only $30."

Anyone that shows a 2008-2009 season pass from another ski area will be able to purchase an adult, full day lift ticket for just $30, which is $12 off the ticket window price.

"We currently have 100% of our expert terrain open and a 94" mid-mountain base," continued Sellers. "Conditions are amazing and we are in the middle of an epic, spring storm which is expected to leave more than 2 feet of snow on our slopes. It's too early to put the skis and snowboards away."

Loveland Ski Area will be open through Sunday, May 3.

Join 101.5 FM Truckee Independent Radio for Meet Your Mountain 50/60 Day and Pool Party and get acquainted with Tahoe's top-ranked resort with $20 lift tickets

[Squaw Valley USA] April 16, 2009- Squaw Valley USA and KTKE are excited to present $20 lift tickets in honor of 101.5 Meet Your Mountain 50/60 Day and Pool Party on Sunday, April 26. Meet Your Mountain Day is designed to give prospective 2009-10 passholders the opportunity to get acquainted with Squaw Valley's vast terrain and amenities, and friendly management before the celebratory 50/60 Season Pass prices increase on May 11, 2009. Meet Your Mountain Day $20 lift tickets are available at all Squaw Valley ticket portals on Sunday, April 26.

Starting at 9 am when the mountain opens, Squaw Valley management and Squaw Valley Chief Mountain Host (and Olympic Gold Medalist), Jonny Moseley will be at lifts and around the mountain, meeting and greeting guests all day.

Beginning at noon, fun-loving skiers and riders can head to the world-famous High Camp, el. 8200', for live music, a season pass raffle, and air guitar and swimsuit contests at the 101.5 Meet Your Mountain Pool Party. The cost of entrance into the Pool Party is a $1 raffle ticket that automatically enters party-goers into the season pass drawing.

From noon to 3 pm, KTKE DJs spin music and broadcast live from the 101.5 Meet Your Mountain Pool Party. The Air Guitar contest starts at 1:30 pm, followed by the swim suit contest - with Head skis and cash prizes awarded to the winners of each contest respectively. At 2:30 pm KTKE DJs draw the winner of the Squaw Season Pass raffle (winner must be present at the Pool Party). All proceeds from pool entry/raffle tickets benefit Truckee's KidZone Museum.

In celebration of two milestone anniversaries - Squaw Valley's 60th anniversary and the 50th anniversary of the 1960 Olympics, Squaw Valley is offering 2009-10 Season Passes for as low as $369 for adults and $99 for children. In the past Squaw's season pass price point kept many snow sport enthusiasts from discovering Squaw Valley's 4,000 acres of skiable terrain, advanced lift network of 33 lifts, convenient base area parking, free night skiing, a mountaintop lagoon & Spa, and the many other perks afforded to Squaw Valley Passholders. 101.5 Meet Your Mountain 50/60 Day on Sunday, April 26 is all about inviting skiers and riders to Squaw Valley for a day, for a taste of what makes Squaw Valley Lake Tahoe's top-ranked ski resort.

· Ground transfers to and from Portillo

· 7 nights loding in the Octagon at Portillo (upgrades to the hotel are available)

· 4 gourmet meals per day (includes the Chilean custom of tea-time, "onces")

· 6 days instruction in small groups (6-1 ratio)

· Evening tech talks on topics ranging from equipment to conditioning to out of bounds skiing

· Personalized video reviews

· NASTC goodie-bag and sponsor give-a-ways

· Travel and Santiago night options available

· Backcountry tours , heli-skiing and other upgrades optional

Please contact NASTC for additional details (530) 582.4772

Stay and Ski/Ride for $70 Per Day*

A Pond Skim and Live Music Will Entertain Each Day

Aspen/Snowmass, Colo., April 15, 2009 - With three feet of snow falling at Aspen Highlands during the month of April and a base of over 100 inches in Highland Bowl, the mountain will re-open the next two weekends, April 18-19 and 25-26, for skiing and riding. Nearly a foot of snow is expected by this Friday just in time for the re-opening of the mountain.

In addition to low lift ticket prices ranging from $19 to $39, remarkable lodging deals start as low as $25 per person per night based on double occupancy in Snowmass, or as low as $37 per person per night based on double occupancy in Aspen. Stay Aspen Snowmass is also offering lift ticket and lodging packages starting at $70 per person per day based on double occupancy and lodging packages in Aspen starting at $63 per night.

Lift tickets are only $39 per day for adults, youth and seniors will pay $29 and children's tickets will be $19. As always children six and under ski for free. Current season passholders from any other resort in the country will pay just $19 for their lift ticket. All Aspen/Snowmass season passes are valid as they are during the regular season.

Four-Mountain Sports at Aspen Highlands will be offering 50 percent off of rental equipment during the extended season.

The mountain will be open to the 12,382-foot summit of Highland Bowl. The Exhibition, Cloud Nine, Loge and Deep Temerity lifts will tentatively run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.** (temperature dependent) providing access to most of the mountain.

There will be a pond skim starting at noon each day with viewing from the Merry-Go-Round restaurant. The Merry-Go-Round will have live music each day with Slightly White playing April 18-19 from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Double Diamond Band will play the following weekend, April 25-26 from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., also at the Merry-Go-Round.

Both the Merry-Go-Round restaurant and the Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro will be open for lunch.

The Highlands Parking Garage will be free but guests are encouraged to take public transportation. Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) will increase free shuttles during the day with up to six buses running to and from Aspen Highlands to Rubey Park each hour from 8:45 a.m. - 4:15 a.m. Parking is also free at Buttermilk with a shuttle going to Aspen Highlands every 15 and 45 minutes past the hour from 8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

~Site of historic 1944 "Bretton Woods" Conference Unveils New Meeting and Event Space~

BRETTON WOODS, NH, April 15, 2009 - Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods , NH , recently debuted an additional 15,000 square feet of meeting and event space. This is part of the Resort's recent $50 million renovation which further defines the historic Grande Dame as a four-season resort destination. The expansion brings the Resort's total event space to 30,000 square feet, with 18 unique meeting rooms, making the property an even more ideal locale for business retreats, group events, meetings and weddings. The Mount Washington Hotel recently was listed as one of the world's top ten "mountain hotels" by ForbesTraveler.com.

From intimate boardrooms to large ballrooms with panoramic views of the Presidential Mountain Range, including Mount Washington , the highest peak in the Northeast, the Resort's expanded space has been designed to accommodate groups of up to 1,000 people. The property has introduced six new meeting rooms named after past Presidents - Washington, Jefferson, Reagan, Monroe, Madison and Adams. These meeting rooms located on The Hotel's patio level range from 800 to 3,600 square feet and reflect the same grand architecture, high ceilings and stately design as The Hotel's existing meeting rooms. In addition to the 900-foot wrap-around Veranda, which recently underwent an extensive restoration, the new Jewell Terrace, offers a superb venue for outdoor affairs during the warmer-weather months. The Jewell Terrace is a rooftop garden that extends from the Veranda and tops the expanded meeting facility, offering stunning views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Mountain Range. The new Presidential Garden, located adjacent to The Hotel, is another ideal spot for outdoor events.

Each of the new meeting rooms includes installed high-speed DSL Internet wired connections and WiFi connectivity. Custom-installed teleconferencing systems with wireless boundary microphones, LCD projectors, cameras, custom-tuned Bose sound systems, and motorized screens and window blinds are also offered in select rooms.

The Resort staff is skilled in orchestrating events for any agenda, in facilities adaptable to suit every special requirement. A Conference Coordinator is assigned to each event and works with the client directly to ensure all needs are met. In addition to over 100 years' experience in hosting gala affairs, The Resort is world-renowned for having hosted the Bretton Woods International Monetary Conference in 1944, when over 700 delegates from 44 nations congregated at The Mount Washington Hotel and established the rules for commercial and financial relations that stabilized the world economy in the aftermath of World War II.

Mount Washington Resort offers a wide array of group packages that include lodging accommodations, meals, morning and afternoon breaks, group activities, spa sessions and event space.

The expanded meeting and event space is just one of many significant renovations and enhancements that have taken place over the past two years at Mount Washington Resort. A full-service 25,000-square-foot spa also recently debuted along with the new meeting space. A $2 million restoration of The Hotel's Veranda, Great Hall and Dining Room was completed in May 2007 and the 18-hole Mount Washington Course was caringly restored to its original Donald Ross design and reopened for play in August 2008. In addition, the new eco-friendly Bretton Woods Canopy Tour was installed at the Resort's ski area, offering an exciting year-round world-class attraction for outdoor enthusiasts. Plans for the proposed development of approximately 1,000 new homes and homesites over the next decade are also underway.

Woodward at Copper is the first indoor/outdoor ski and snowboard camp on the planet. Woodward at Copper will offer week-long Summer Camps where campers will enjoy The Barn and the summer edition of Catalyst Terrain Park . The Woodward at Copper Barn is a 20,000 square foot indoor training facility, where campers will have access to Snowflex® ramps, foam pits, trampolines, spring floors and indoor skateboard features.

· Woodward at Copper announces the re-launch of its new and improved, interactive website, www.woodwardatcopper.com, now with new features. Highlights include 360 degree virtual tours of The Barn from 14 different locations, Woodward at Copper Coach and Pro Team member BIOs, Summer and Winter detailed program information, the latest videos and photos, and a blog section for participating campers, fans and parents.

· The new website, www.woodwardatcopper.com, now includes an area just for parents who have questions about what their kids need to bring to The Barn, along with a goals checklist of tricks which participants will want to accomplish, check-in information and other FAQs. Web visitors can also personalize the colors of the new and improved site, before saving it to their favorites.

· Guests can sign up for Summer Camps now by calling 866.534.7444. In addition, Winter Camps Days, Drop-In Sessions and the One Hit Wonder Sessions are still available through the end of the winter season.

Boyne Falls, Mich. (April 15, 2009) - Boyne Mountain's slopes are open for the final weekend of the 2008-09 season this Saturday and Sunday, April 18 and 19. Boyne Mountain expects to have eight slopes available with lift service provided by the six-place high speed Mountain Express. Skiing and riding hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and lift tickets are $20 daily or free for children ages 8 and under and seniors 70 and above.

"It's awesome to have the slopes open for skiing and riding this late in April again," said Ed Grice, general manager of Boyne Mountain who noted last year's closing date of April 20. "No doubt about it, this winter provided the ammo we needed to make the season last and our snowmaking capabilities become apparent when we can keep the slopes open longer than most in the Midwest for enthusiasts."

Those interested in the last weekend for spring skiing can receive two free lift tickets with each night's stay when lodging at Boyne Mountain .

Seventies-Style Skiers Get into the Groove at Red Bull 1976 Games

Copper Mountain, CO…April 14, 2009…The 08-09 winter season at Copper is coming to a close with the second weekend of Sunsation, the original end-of-season bash. Enjoy sun, snow and free live music on April 18 and 19 from Mix Master Mike, DJ Z-Trip, Motet Trio Presents: Juno What, JD Feighner and STS9 (Sound Tribe Sector 9, performing a live PA set). Guests can also enjoy the Old School Air and Snowbladecross competitions during the Red Bull 1976 Games on April 17 and 18.

Sunsation Event Schedule*:

Friday, April 17

4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Registration at Red Hots in the Village at Copper

6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Opening Ceremonies and parade in the Village at Copper

7:30 - 10:00 p.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Leisure Suit Fashion Show Kick-off Party open to all - Jack's Slopeside Bar in the Village at Copper

Saturday, April 18

9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Registration - Red Hots in the Village at Copper

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Snowbladecross Qualifiers - Lower Bouncer

1:00 p.m. Mix Master Mike - Burning Stones Plaza

2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Snowbladecross Finals - Lower Bouncer

3:30 p.m. Mix Master Mike - Burning Stones Plaza

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Red Bull 1976 Games - Old School Air Competition - Lower Bouncer

5:30 - 7:00 p.m. DJ Z-Trip - Burning Stones Plaza

Sunday, April 19

1:00 p.m. JD Feighner - Burning Stones Plaza

3:00 p.m. Motet Trio Presents: Juno What - Burning Stones Plaza

5:00 p.m. STS9 performs a live PA set - Burning Stones Plaza

*All times, performers and activities are subject to change

In conjunction with Sunsation, 20 teams of four outrageous skiers channeling their inner 70s groove and retro ski skills will unite at Copper for the Finals of the Red Bull 1976 Games on April 17 and 18. So what inspired this wackiness? More than 30 years ago, Denver was awarded the 1976 Winter Olympics, but then a coalition of activists and politicians campaigned against it and the games instead got moved to Innsbruck, Austria. Well, it's time the year 1976 had its day here in Colorado! Teams sporting vintage gear will compete in two events, "Snowbladecross" and "Old School Air," and will be judged the Red Bull way: event performance, creativity, and overall 70s style. So grow (or stick on) those mustaches, squeeze into your one-piece and get ready to party like it's 1976.

Sunsation lodging from $55 per person, per night - Ski or ride in the morning, dance the afternoon away then spend the night at Copper! Rooms are available from $55 per person, per night, with options when booking to purchase these great deals as well: 2-for-1s on performance and demo rentals and tubing on the Coca-Cola Tubing Hill, in addition to 50% off private lessons with Copper's Ski and Ride School. Call a Copper Mountain Vacation Specialist at 866.534.7444 to book the Sunsation Lodging Package.

Lodging offer based on double occupancy in a silver standard room 4/11/09 - 4/19/09. Performance and demo rentals are subject to availability. Rates are subject to change and vary based on arrival dates and do not include tax, surcharge or booking fee. Restrictions may apply.

While enjoying the festivities during Sunsation, make sure to pick up your Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus for next season, on sale now for only $399 through April 19. The pass offers an astounding value with unlimited skiing and riding at Winter Park and Copper Mountain plus 6 days at Steamboat for only $399; a $40 savings from last season's debut price. New customers and existing pass holders can now get the pass online with $49 down, paying the remainder by mid-September 2009. Guests can also purchase on-site at any Copper or Winter Park Guest Services location, at select Chris ty Sports stores in the Denver area, or by calling Winter Park Resort at 800-977- SNOW , or Copper Mountain at 866-416-9869.

Sunsation is brought to you by: Coors Light, Vitamin Water, Jägermeister, Verizon Wireless, Denver Outlaws, Snickers and Westword.

(LOVELAND SKI AREA, Georgetown, CO. - April 13, 2009) - Loveland Ski Area will begin selling 2009-2010 season passes tomorrow, April 14, 2009. The season passes will be available for purchase onsite, online and over the phone for both new and returning pass holders. These prices are the guaranteed lowest rates for the 2009-2010 season and will be available through May 31, 2009. 2009-2010 season passes will be valid for the entire 2009-2010 season in addition to the remainder of this season. Loveland Ski Area will close for the season on Sunday, May 3, 2009.

"Loveland Ski Area pass products provide some of the most affordable and least restrictive options for skiers and riders in the Front Range," said John Sellers, Marketing Director. "As a thank you to existing pass holders and an invitation to others, we will offer 2009-2010 season passes at the 2008-2009 rates through May 31. When customers see our pricing and then take into account the lack of blackout dates, free parking and time and money spent driving elsewhere for example, owning a pass at Loveland becomes increasingly affordable."

A short 53 miles from Denver, Loveland truly is a local's mountain providing Front Rangers with easy access to 1,365 acres of terrain and 400" of snow each October through May.

This Spring, 2009-2010 Adult Season Passes start at just $339($305 for renewals) and Adult Midweek Passes, valid every Monday through Friday with no holiday blackouts, are just $229($206 for renewals). Young Adult Passes for ages 15 to 22 are just $269($242 for renewals) and Child Passes for children ages 6-14 can be purchased for $149($134 for renewals). All Loveland Season Pass holders receive discounts throughout the area on lessons, food, lift tickets, rentals, sport shop purchases and child care. Plus, every Loveland Season Pass comes with 3 FREE, unrestricted days at Monarch Mountain for the 2009-2010 season.

Company also announced that helmets will be required for all children's group ski and ride lessons and as part of their rental packages

BROOMFIELD , Colo. --April 13, 2009--Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) today announced that, beginning with the 2009-2010 winter season, the Company will require all employees to wear helmets when skiing or riding on the job at each of its five mountain resorts: Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Heavenly. Helmets will be provided to every employee next fall as part of their standard uniform for working on the mountain. This new initiative is part of Vail Resorts' overall commitment to skier and snowboarder safety programs.

"At Vail Resorts, the safety of our employees and guests is a top priority and we believe the time has come for us to take our commitment to safety to the next level. Our employees will set the example next year for all who enjoy skiing and riding our slopes," said John Garnsey , co-president of Vail Resorts' Mountain Division and chief operating officer of Beaver Creek Resort.

The Company also announced that it will require all children, ages 12 and under, who participate in a group lesson through one of its five resorts' ski and ride schools to wear a helmet. Furthermore, a helmet will become a required part of any child's (ages 12 and under) ski and snowboard rental package offered at all of Vail Resorts' retail and rental outlets, unless a parent or legal guardian signs a waiver to decline use of the equipment.

"We firmly believe when children are participating in our ski and ride school programs that we must provide them with the proper equipment that promotes enjoyment of the sport while also reducing the possibility of injury. Even though we will now require children in our ski and ride schools to wear helmets and make them a mandatory part of every child's rental package, we strongly recommend the use of helmets for all of our guests, regardless of their age or ability level," said Blaise Carrig , co-president of Vail Resorts' Mountain Division and chief operating officer of Heavenly Mountain Resort.

Help us celebrate Earth Day with the kids again this year. We have all kinds of wonderful craft activities for kids 12 & under taking place from 11 - 3 right here at the resort. Activities include Earth Marbles, planting your own "mini" green roof & making windmills. Have some great family fun in Lake Placid & learn to live a little greener in the process.

On Sunday, April 5th, over 2,100 skiers enjoyed a beautiful day on the slopes at Bridger Bowl. The day was promoted as a fundraiser for the HRDC - Downtown Bozeman Relief Fund. Bridger Bowl committed 50% of the lift ticket revenue from that day which resulted in a $11,200 donation to the fund. Individual donations were also made by season pass holders. As a nonprofit ski area, Bridger Bowl will not receive any tax benefit for this donation, but the ski area's staff and management felt that it was important to make this contribution to downtown Bozeman on behalf of the local ski community. The HRDC Bozeman Relief Fund was specifically created to help the residents and employers directly impacted by the March 5th explosion.

Bretton Woods, NH, April 9, 2009 - Mount Washington Resort recently received a check in the amount of $15,931 in energy efficiency rebates from Public Service of New Hampshire (PSNH). PSNH provides incentives for energy efficient improvements including lighting installations, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs) that maximize efficient energy use, and high efficiency heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Mount Washington Resort's new Spa and Conference Center , which recently opened in January of this year, received rebates for installing energy efficient equipment, including 70 high efficiency lighting fixtures, 28 occupancy sensors, nine New Equipment Manufacturer Association (NEMA) premium motors, six VFDs for use on fans and pumps and a high efficiency chiller, which is a 132-ton air-cooled unit. The energy savings from installing this equipment is projected to be about 235,505 kilo Watt hours (kWh) per year, which translates into a projected energy savings of over 3,500,000 kWh over the life of the equipment. This adds up to a dollar savings of over $410,500. These measures also are expected to significantly reduce power plant emissions, reducing carbon dioxide (CO2), or "greenhouse gas," emissions by 260,704 pounds per year.

These rebates are being offered under the PSNH nhsaves@work Large Business New Equipment and Construction Program. This program offers cash incentives to encourage commercial and industrial customers to invest in energy efficient equipment. These improvements enable both PSNH and its customers to reduce their energy costs by better managing energy consumption. There are many programs available to suit the wide variety of PSNH's customer base, and information can be found on www.psnh.com.

Mount Washington Resort's long-term commitment to environmental sustainability was a key consideration in the design of the new Presidential Wing of The Mount Washington Hotel. According to Pat Corso, President and CEO of Mount Washington Resort, "The new Presidential Wing, including the Spa and Conference Center , represents the first major construction at The Mount Washington Hotel in over 100 years. Incorporating the latest sustainable building technology possible is part of our long-term plan, and is consistent with The Hotel's authenticity and history of innovation." In fact, Mount Washington Resort has launched its own Resort-wide "Sustainability Program" which is not only charged with mapping out guidelines for future development, but also shepherding the various departments across the Resort toward the most sustainable practices on a day-to-day basis. Mount Washington Resort has been taking working with PSNH toward energy efficiency since 2000. Bretton Woods , NH 's largest ski area, has earned rebates both for retrofitting the facility for high efficiency lighting as well as installing high efficiency snow guns for its snowmaking operations.

PSNH is New Hampshire 's largest electric utility, generating and distributing clean electricity for more than 490,000 homes and businesses in an environmentally friendly manner. Each year, PSNH supports dozens of forest protection, energy conservation, and environmental organizations through both financial contributions and generous employee volunteerism. PSNH is proud of its commitment to the environment and willingness to create innovative solutions to environmental issues.

Second Saturdays in the Cellar

Our April 'Second Saturday in the Cellar' tasting is Saturday April 11th from 2-4pm. We will feature 'Wines for Spring'. This is a free tasting in our beautifully remodeled cellar. We will offer light hors d'ourves. All wines will be for sale and case discounts will be available ... come join us!

Kelly Clark, Gretchen Bleiler and Ellery Hollingsworth Top Superpipe Podium

Aspen/Snowmass, Colo. ., April 7, 2009 - Kelly Clark took home a prize purse of $10,000 for winning the second annual COVERGIRL Snow Angels Invitational this Sunday, April 5 for beating out nearly 15 of the world's best women snowboarders in the Snowmass superpipe.

A foot of snow fell on Snowmass Saturday, April 4, the day of the scheduled superpipe competition. When the competition was postponed until Sunday, Aspen/Snowmass Athlete Gretchen Bleiler took the athletes freeriding around Snowmass in all the fresh powder.

The competition resumed on Sunday, April 5, with perfect conditions thanks to the tireless efforts from Frank Wells of Snow Park Technologies (SPT) and the Snowmass terrain park crew.

The final results are as follows:

1st - Kelly Clark - $10,000

2nd - Gretchen Bleiler - $4,500

3rd - Ellery Hollingsworth - $2,000

4th - Linn Haug - $1,000

5th - Kaitlyn Farrington - $500

Best Trick - Maddy Shaffrick with a switch backside 720

Highest Air - Kelly Clark

Most Progressive Riding - Maddy Shaffrick with a switch backside 720 combo with backside 900

The best trick, highest air and most progressive riding champions all received $150 in cash plus a massage and a facial from Full Circle Massage. All athletes who competed received a portion of the $20,000 prize purse. The progressive competition was an hour and fifteen minute long jam session with individual superpipe runs, unique runs with two riders and one hit practice sessions.

"Everything came together with the weather and conditions and I'm really happy about how the contest went," says Gretchen Bleiler. "The whole weekend has been amazing and we are so lucky to come together for such a unique and progressive event."

The CoverGirl Snow Angels Invitational was much more than a superpipe competition. The weekend featured spa activities, yoga, environmental workshops and an Oakley Girls' Night Out at the Belly Up.

The athletes worked with Nike's yoga instructor Margot Kellison in three different classes, learning poses and tips to improve their snowboarding.

The Snow Angels also spent time throughout the weekend with Raj Shukla of the Climate Project and John Steelman of the Natural Resources Defense Council discussing the environment, recording public service announcements and working on organizing as a group to do everything they can to stop the effects of global warming.

In addition, after makeovers by COVERGIRL on Saturday night, the athletes received the red carpet treatment at the Girls' Night Out hosted by Oakley at the Belly Up in Aspen , Colo. Pretty Lights, from Fort Collins , Colo. played their electronic beats for a sold out crowd.

The world's best snowboarders were in attendance, including Gretchen Bleiler, Kelly Clark, Tricia Byrnes, Clair Bidez, Ellery Hollingsworth, Anne-Sophie Pellissier, Meg Pugh, Lizzy Beerman, Soko Yamaoka, Kaitlyn Farrington, Maddy Shaffrick, Paulina Ligocka, Molly Aguirre, Sophie Rodiguez and Linn Haug.

Aspen/Snowmass would like to thank their event partners COVERGIRL, Oakley, Herbal Essences, K2 Snowboarding, Vitamin Water, Town of Snowmass Village, Giro, Fuel TV, Nike, The Villas at Snowmass Club and Snowmass Club. In addition, a special thanks to the WIN Institute, Full Circle Massage, Mission Skincare, Dr. Hauschka, The Sweet Life, Rubber Duck Boots, Related WestPac, Sneaky's Tavern, Helen Ficalora and Power Push-up.

The third annual COVERGIRL Snow Angels Invitational will be held during the 2009-2010 winter season. Look for event details to be announced soon.