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Outback Opens This Weekend December 12, 2012
Deep Thoughts at Mount Washington December 6, 2012
Over Forty Wines Friday! August 22, 2012
The Monster Returns! August 15, 2012
Countdown to Bear Claw Invitational 5 July 16, 2012
Summer Starts a Mile High! June 27, 2012
Three Father's Days in a Row on Snow! June 7, 2012
Season Ending With A Splash! April 18, 2012
Canadian National Snowboard Team Training at Mount Washington April 05, 2012
Marchmageddon Strikes Back March 15, 2012
Mount Washington Announces Season Extension Feb 20, 2012
The Return of Snowmageddon? Jan 25, 2012
Snow Leopard sitings expected on Mount Washington January 26, 2010
BC Nordic Offers Top Trail Picks for Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing in BC Jan 18, 2010
Mount Washington Media Update - Snow January 14, 2010
Vancouver Island Freestyle Riders are on the Snow! January 14, 2010


Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release

2012-12-12

Outback Opens This Weekend

Mount Washington Alpine Resort will open the Outback, the mountain's steep and deep backside, this weekend. The move will give skiers and boarders access to 100 percent of the mountain's alpine terrain.

In addition to alpine, the resort also plans on opening an additional 27kms of its Nordic terrain, bringing the Nordic Centre to full mid-winter operation in only the second week of December.

We've been fortunate enough to open the entire mountain this early only a handful of times in our resort history,” says resort spokesperson Brent Curtain. “We are experiencing snow depths and conditions that you would normally see in February. It's been a phenomenal start to the season.”

Forecasts are calling for moderate snow fall beginning Friday evening into Saturday morning with another system expected to bring more snowfall Sunday. This will add to the current snowbase of 200cms, which is already the deepest snowpack in Canada.

To take advantage of the amazing early season conditions, Mount Washington is offering Winter Wonderland accommodation packages right before Christmas. Book a three or five night accommodation package starting December 21st and receive 25% off regular rates. To book, call 1-888-231-1499.

To gain access to more deals around the rest of the resort, check out Mount Washington's Christmas Advent Calendar. Access daily deals on everything from Snow School to Food and Beverage. Check the daily calendar deal every morning online at mountwashington.ca. Deals will continue up to and including December 24th!

For more information on what's open, what's happening over the holidays and Winter Wonderland specials, visit mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington is open and the conditions are stellar! The resort is located 30 minutes above The Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, and Pacific Coastal Airlines service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including live webcams.

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release

2012-12-06

Deep Thoughts at Mount Washington

Mount Washington is on a roll when it comes to early season dumps. After opening earlier than expected for the fourth season in a row, the resort welcomed a metre and a half of new snowfall over the past week. The mountain now boasts the 2nd deepest snowpack in North America.

“I know I'm beginning to sound like a broken record, but this is another unbelievable start to the season,” laughs resort spokesperson Brent Curtain. “The snow keeps piling up and the temps are remaining low so the conditions really couldn't be any better than they are right now.”

With a base of over 200cms, Mount Washington can now lay claim to having the second deepest snowpack in North America. The forecast continues to look favourable with more snow mixed with sunshine and cooler temperatures throughout the weekend.

Mount Washington has over 1200 acres of terrain open on the frontside of the mountain. 7 of 9 lifts are currently operating, carrying happy skiers and boarders to 69 of the mountain's 81 marked trails.

In addition to alpine terrain, the mountain has over 28kms of pristine trails open for Nordic skiers and the popular Ozone Tubing Park is also open, providing snow sliding fun for the whole family!

If you're an iPhone user looking to stay on top of the latest conditions and events at the mountain, visit the iTunes store and download the latest Mount Washington app for free! The app, developed by Finger Food Studios, contains all the information you need to plan your day on the slopes in an easy to use format. There is also an innovative run tracker feature that enables you to manage your mileage on the mountain.

Mount Washington is also offering an excellent early season opportunity to save you money. Check out the timely Christmas Advent Calendar online at mountwashington.ca. The Calendar provides access to daily deals from now until December 24th. Deals range from lift tickets to Snow School and everything in between!

For more information on the conditions, new app and the December Advent Calendar, visit mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington is open and the conditions are stellar! The resort is located 30 minutes above The Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, and Pacific Coastal Airlines service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including live webcams.

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Aug-22-2012

Over 40 Wines Friday!

If you're looking to indulge this weekend- and lets be honest, who doesn't like to indulge now and then- then you need to check out Mount Washington's Alpine Wine and Food Festival. Delicious food and great live music will accompany a selection of 40 tantalizing wines at the Raven Lodge this Friday night and a sumptuous Wine Pairing Dinner will be held Saturday evening.

“We have some of the best wine varietals from our local region that will compliment famous local food like Kusshi Oysters on Friday evening,” explains Event Coordinator Marina Stevenson. “And our Wine Pairing dinner on Saturday night is a great way to learn more about local wines while enjoying fabulous food and stunning views.”

The wine list for Friday's festival includes the following wineries and vineyards: Averill Creek Vineyard, Blue Moon Estate Winery, Sumac Ridge, Woodbridge, Sonoran Winery, Saturna Island, Merridale Ciderworks, Freehouse Wine and Spirits, Inniskillin, Dirty Laundry, Muse, Stile Wines, Peacock and Martin, Coastal Black, Primal Roots, Mistaken Identity and Beaumont Family Estate Winery.

As if wine wasn’t delicious enough on it’s own, fresh BC salmon, a selection of specialty Saputo cheeses, BC grown oysters and a selection of fine appetizers will be available for palate-pairing perfection. The Wire Choir Jazz Trio will bring the classics and provide the perfect musical accompaniment to the evening.

A silent auction will be held during Friday night's Wine and Food Festival. The auction will benefit the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society, an organization that seeks to nurture emerging mountain sports athletes on the Island and help prepare them for elite national and international competition.

Mount Washington will be offering free shuttle buses to and from the festival Friday evening. Departure is at 5:15pm from the Driftwood Mall in Courtenay and will return guests safely after the event. Bus capacity is limited and will accommodate passengers who reserve their seats online or by phone when booking their tickets.

The two-day event begins Friday night with the classic Alpine Wine and Food Festival which runs from 6 to 9pm at the scenic Raven Lodge. Tickets are $30 per person. Saturday's sumptuous Wine Pairing Dinner takes place at the Alpine Lodge and gives you wine pairing with six courses for only $75 per person. You can purchase tickets to the events a la carte or book the entire weekend as a package with accommodation and Mile High Chairlift Ride.

The Alpine Wine and Food Festival is supported by 97.3 The Eagle in the Comox Valley, 102.3 The Wave in Nanaimo, Thrifty Foods and Saputo.

To book your weekend or single events, go to the online store at mountwashington.ca or call the reservations line at 1-888-231-1499. For the complete list of summer festivals at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, visit mountwashington.ca.

For more information, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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The Monster Mile at Mount Washington Alpine ResortMount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Aug-15-2012

The Monster Returns!

Image: The Monster Mile rises once again this weekend! Photo Credit: Mount Washington Alpine Resort

The BC Cup Provincial Championships return to Mount Washington August 24-26th. The big announcement for the race this season- Monster Mile returns! The Mile, one of the most challenging downhill mountain bike trails on the circuit, is back after a two-year hiatus.

'Obviously, we're stoked to reopen Monster Mile for the Provincial Champs,' explains Bike Park Manager Mike Manara. 'We know the DH racers love that course so it will be big news in the racing community and shows our commitment to our Bike Park operations.'

The double-black diamond Monster Mile lives up to its name. Long, demanding and strikingly old school- it's the kind of trail that creates legends and breaks champions. The Mile is notorious in the race community and the only reason it was held back for two years was snow.

'It's hard to believe that snow kept the trail out of commission for that long,' adds Manara.

After receiving three massive snow seasons in a row, the Monster Mile was literally still buried in snow as late as August when BC Cup events were happening at the mountain.

With warmer than average weather over the last month and hard work by the Mount Washington trail crew, the Mile will reopen once again. It opens for a sneak peek weekend on August 18-19th. The trail closes again midweek then reopens for training runs and the BC Cup Provincial Championships from August 24-26th.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort and Cycling BC are partnering once again to bring BC's best racers to Vancouver Island. The BC Cup Race Series incorporates both downhill and cross-country disciplines of mountain biking.

The events begin Saturday, August 25th with the cross-country races and end Sunday, August 26th with the speed and thrills of the downhill. Brett Tippie, freeride legend and Director of Good Times, will be making the call and no doubt laughing his way through the weekend!

Even with BC's best XC and DH riders in attendance, you don't need to be a pro to experience what Mount Washington's BC Cup is all about.

'We like to support our local racers and give them a chance to race at higher profile events like the BC Cup. There is a Citizen class for amateur riders looking to test their skills on our XC loop and Monster Mile.'

Categories for the BC Cup are wide-ranging, where competitors race from as early as 10 years of age in the U15 category to over 50 years of age in the venerable Masters category.

If you're not a racer but love to volunteer at great events, the mountain could use a hand. Volunteers are needed to help the races run smoothly and the the best part is you get front-row seat of the racers in action! No previous bike race experience is necessary.

For all race information including course maps, racing fees, schedules, volunteering and everything else you need to know about the BC Cup at Mount Washington, head to mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort hosts the BC Cup Provincial Championships on August 24-26th! The resort is located 30 minutes above The Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, and Pacific Coastal Airlines service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including live webcams.

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Jul-16-2012

Countdown to Bearclaw Invitational 5

MOUNT WASHINGTON, BC- The fifth edition of Darren Berrecloth's Bearclaw Invitational Slopestyle takes place this August 2-4th at Mount Washington Alpine Resort on Vancouver Island.

The Bearclaw Invitational is the last Gold level stop on the Freeride Mountain Bike World Tour. The event presents an ideal opportunity for riders to distance themselves ahead of the rest of the field before heading into the final two Diamond level events of the season.

“This year's course will be very similar to last seasons with a few tweaks included to spice things up,” explains rider/organizer Darren Berrecloth. “We have the big line setup for the boys to throwdown and a new line for an amateur comp we're hosting on the Friday before the main event on Saturday.”

The Bearclaw Invitational's trademark is the quality of course design. Challenging and innovative, the course has morphed over the last few years into what Berrecloth describes as “a perfect site in the trees where riders, photographers, filmers and fans can all get stoked”.

Organic and burly, the event site last season was compared to an “Ewok village for freeride mountain biking” by riders and fans alike. Utilizing the same course with the same look and feel of 2011 was high on Berrecloth's list of priorities.

And true to his word, a savings in course construction cost has now generated a substantial prize purse. The 2012 cash haul has been set at $30,000, a $10,000 increase from the 2011 event.

Vying for the prize include a who's who of the FMB World Tour. This year's rider list includes: 2011 tour champion Brandon Semenuk, Cam Zink, Sam Pilgrim, Martin Soderstrom, Anthony Messere, Mike Montgomery, Sam Reynolds, Thomas Genon, Cameron McCaul, Yannick Granieri, Greg Watts, Kurt Sorge, Darren Berrecloth, Geoff Gullevich, Amir Kabbani, Mitch Chubey, Antoine Bizet, Symon Godziek, Niki Leitner, Tyler McCaul, Peter Henkhe, Brett Rheeder, Andrew Taylor, Zedje Thomas, Casey Groves, Lance McDermott, Jakub Vencl, Graham Agassiz, Andreu Lacondeguy, Kyle Strait and Ryan Howard.

An amateur slopestyle event on Friday, August 3rd will provide the chance of a lifetime for many riders. The event will be limited to 60 competitors with the top two finishers moving on to ride at the pro level in the Bearclaw Invitational's main event on Saturday, August 4th.

“I want to give the local shredders a chance to compete,” says Berrecloth. “The course will feature a medium sized drop to a big four pack with a quarter pipe to finish and on top of that, there will be some sweet prizing for the competitors.”

For more information and the full event schedule for the Bearclaw Invitational go to bearclawinvitational.com.

The Bearclaw Invitational is supported by Red Bull, Specialized, Go Pro, Shimano, Spank, Lucky Lager, McKays Home Theatres and Mount Washington Alpine Resort.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort’s Bike Park is looking forward to Clawworx 2012! The resort is located 30 minutes above The Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air and Pacific Coastal Airlines service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including live mountain cams.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Jun-27-2012

Summer Starts A Mile High!

The remaining signs of last winter's snowfall are now only evident through deep snow drifts found at the upper reaches of the mountain. At lower elevations, the temperatures are climbing into warm territory and the perennials are poking their heads out. Summer has arrived at Mount Washington!

The resort opens up this Friday, June 29 at 11am for its first day of summer operations. Mile High Scenic Chairlift Rides, Bungee Trampoline and some of the finest views on the planet will be on offer.

“There's probably nothing better to show your visiting friends and family than the view from the top of Mount Washington,” explains resort spokesperson Brent Curtain. “It's a great way to show off the beauty of where we live.”

As an opening weekend special, Mount Washington is offering 25% off the Scenic Ride and Dine package. Adults get a ride up the mountain and lunch or dinner for under $20. “We're offering this deal from opening day through to Monday, July 2nd,” adds Curtain.

To celebrate Canada Day Weekend, the mountain will host the Thrifty Foods Canada Day Celebration on Sunday, July 1. The fun-filled event will feature a bouncy castle, crafts and face painting for the kids, plus a delicious Canada Day cupcake for all. The fun starts at 1pm.

An action-packed festival and event calendar is highlighted by the annual Suds and Scotch Festival at the Raven Lodge on Friday, July 13 and the Bearclaw Invitational Slopestyle on August 3-4. The Alpine Wine and Food Festival returns on August 24-25.

Mount Washington is open daily beginning Friday, June 29. The Eagle Express will deliver hikers and sightseers to the top of the mountain and back down again 7 days a week from 11am to 7pm. The popular Bike Park, which is currently on hold due to lingering snow, will open on July 28.

For all summer event details and mountain information, surf to mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is open for summer Mile High Scenic Chairlift Rides! The resort is located 30 minutes above The Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, and Pacific Coastal Airlines service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live webcams.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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A Mount Washington Alpine Resort Media Release

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Three Father's Days In A Row On Snow!

For an unbelievable third year in a row, Mount Washington will operate on Father's Day weekend for skiing and boarding. The resort will spin the Whiskey Jack Chairlift from 10am to 4pm on June 16 and 17th.

“We recently completed another stellar snow season up here so the writing was on the wall back in April- we were contemplating another summer snow session,” explains resort spokesperson Brent Curtain.

To make some turns on the summer corn snow, tickets will cost $25 per person and rental skis and boards will be an additional $25. If you pre-purchase your tickets and rentals online at mountwashington.ca you get an additional 10% discount.

The mountain is confirming that Linton's Loop will be open top to bottom that weekend but will determine if more runs can open closer to June 16. “We want to see what the weather brings over the next week before we commit to the number of runs we can open,” adds Curtain.

For fans of the terrain park, a selection of rails and features will be setup mid-mountain.

While summer ski days are an anomaly over the resort's 33 years of operation, massive snowfalls in the last few seasons have resulted in an influx of summer snow turns.

“Four of our five deepest snow years have all occurred in the last few years. We're definitely in a deep cycle for snowfall so it's not surprising to see the snow last this long.”

As a bonus for heading up to the summer ski weekend, all skiers and boarders will receive a two for one Mile High Chairlift Ride voucher. There will also be prizes handed out throughout the weekend for best outfits and costumes.

For more information on the Father's Day weekend at Mount Washington, check out all of the details and what will be open at mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 minutes above the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Island Express service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live snow cam.

Media Contact:

Brent Curtain
Public Relations
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Vancouver Island Canada

Cell: 250.792.0002
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Mount Washington BC
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 Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Apr-18-2012

Season Ending With A Splash!

Mount Washington Alpine Resort will wrap up a snowy 2011-12 winter season this Sunday, April 22 after hosting the annual Crush Slush Cup.

“Its been another amazing year for snowfall,” explains mountain spokesperson Brent Curtain. “We've received over 14 metres of total snowfall since November which gives us our fourth snowiest season on record.”

In similar fashion to recent deep snow years, Mount Washington welcomed an earlier than expected start to the season in the first week of December. After receiving exceptional amounts of snow in late January and March, a week-long extension was added to the month of April.

“It's hard to believe that three of our four deepest snow years have occurred in the last three years,” Curtain adds. “Mother Nature has definitely delivered the goods to skiers and boarders on Vancouver Island.”

Late season snow seekers will be treated to an entire mountain to ride over the last week of operation. Cross-country skiers will also have full use of the Raven Lodge and Nordic Centre right up to April 22nd. The fun-filled Ozone Snowtubing Park will also be open daily until closing day this Sunday.

And with a season-ending base of over five metres, the mountain has more than enough snow to build an awe-inspiring venue for this years Crush Slush Cup.

“Our Slush Cup has always been a crowd favourite for participants and spectators alike so make sure you get there early for the best view,” says Events Coordinator Marina Stevenson.

The Slush Cup features costumed participants who must ski, board, or occasionally slide down a slope and into a frozen pit of snow-filled water. Put your good sense aside and make sure you register early to be part of this years event!

If you're looking for some last minute deals, Mount Washington is offering $10 ski or snowboard rentals if you book online during this last week of operation and two for one ticket deals can be found in participating cases of Vancouver Island Brewery Islander Lager.

For more information on Mount Washington's final week of the winter season and operating hours visit mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 minutes above the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Island Express service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live snow cam.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Apr-05-2012

Canadian National Snowboard Team Training at Mount Washington

The Canadian National Snowboard Team is training at Mount Washington this Easter weekend from April 5th to the 9th. The team will perfecting their bag of tricks in the Slopestyle discipline at the mountain's Afterdark Invitational competition site.

"We're definitely excited to see the national team training here this weekend and it's great to support Canada's best snowboarders," says Don Sharpe, Director of Business Operations and Marketing. "We have all the snow we need to build them the perfect jump site."

Additional snow has been pushed up over the last week to create a sizeable step-over jump with a 65 foot table. An additional jump has been created beside the step-over where team members can trick and land in an airbag provided by O'Neill.

Members of the National Team as well as Provincial up and comers are on Vancouver Island to fine-tune their skills and continue their snowboarding development.

"This is an ideal time to train as we're between the competition and summer glacier seasons," says Leo Addington, Freestyle Program Director for the Canadian National Snowboard Team. "We have athletes from across the country training on Vancouver Island this weekend."

Public are invited to check out the team's training progress during the five-day camp. The training site is at the Whiskey Jack flats, which is located just uphill from the Alpine Lodge.

Locals will also get a chance to hone their Slopestyle skills on the Camp of Champions airbag on Saturday and Sunday. The Camp of Champs site will be located directly beside the National Team's training site. There's no better way to learn than airing out beside Canada's best snowboarders!

For more information on the training camp and trying out the Camp of Champions airbag, visit mountwashington.ca. You can also become a friend of the mountain on Facebook to see the latest mountain photos and for event insights this weekend.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is open daily until Sunday, April 22. The resort is located 30 minutes above the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Island Express service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live snow cam.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Mar-15-2012

Marchmageddon Strikes Back!

With the official start of spring only a week away, Mount Washington is experiencing deja vu from Christmas 2010- when the mountain received the most snow it had ever seen in a one week period.

“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 mid-mountain snowpack in Canada at 520cms. The resort has received over 1100cms of total snowfall this season.

Forecasts are calling for continuing light snowfall throughout the week with temperatures in the -4C to -7C range.

“With spring right around the corner, we're offering pristine mid-winter conditions,” Curtain adds.

Skiers and snowboarders can ride daily at the Island mountain until April 22, 2012.

For more information on the latest snowfall and to find out about great spring deals on the mountain, visit mountwashington.ca or become a friend of the mountain on facebook for exclusive offers!

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 minutes above the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Island Express service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live snow cam.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Feb-20-2012

Mount Washington Announces Season Extension

After receiving 50 centimetres of new snow over the last 7 days, Mount Washington will extend their winter season by a full week in April. Skiers and snowboarders can now carve the slopes until April 22, 2012.

“Our snowbase is now over 300 centimetres so the decision to extend our winter season was easy,” says Don Sharpe, Director of Business Operations and Marketing. “Skiers and boarders will now be able to enjoy another 7 days of great Spring riding in April.”

With the change of date, fans of Mount Washington events are encouraged to check out the online event calendar to see what's new for April. “We moved the Crush Slush Cup date to coincide with our last day of the season, plus we're hosting some new rail comps and bringing over the Camp of Champions airbag during Easter Weekend,” explains Event Coordinator Marina Stevenson.

To celebrate the season extension, Mount Washington wants you to save money while on the snow. From accommodation to gear, there are huge savings to be had. Here's a sampling of the deals:

Save up to 40% off midweeks in March! Book a three-night midweek package in March- Sunday to Tuesday, Monday to Wednesday, or Tuesday to Thursday- and save up to 40% off. This gets you three nights in slopeside accommodation, two days of lift tickets, snow tubing and a breakfast basket. Prices start at just $187 per person with four sharing a two bedroom condo. To book and save, call central reservations at 1-888-231-1499.

March brings the sale of all sales! If you need new gear and you've been waiting for a big sale, here it is. Mtn Tek's Biggest Sale EVER!! crushes the store under the weight of its massive savings every day in March! All of the big brands will be on sale with special clearouts featured every week.

For more information on the season extension and to find out about more great deals on the mountain, visit mountwashington.ca or become a friend of the mountain on facebook for more exclusive offers!

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 minutes above the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Island Express service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live snow cam.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Media Release
Jan-25-2012

The Return of Snowmageddon?

A series of snow-laden weather systems have dumped prolific amounts of snow on Mount Washington this past week. The first big dump arrived Friday night and the snow has been falling consistently, and sometimes dramatically, since then.

“The weather over the last few days has been very reminiscent of last years Snowmageddon event over Christmas,” says Brent Curtain, spokesperson for the mountain. “We've received over 175 centimetres of new snow in the last five days so the landscape has changed significantly up here.”

It appears that the La Nina predictions have finally come true for the Island resort. After receiving below average snowfall at the beginning of December, snowfall has been plentiful and well above average over the last month.

Skiers and boarders who waited patiently for the deep snow the resort is famous for were rewarded handsomely over the last week.

“You could feel the electricity in the lift line at the Boomerang this week,” Curtain adds. “The conditions in the Outback have never been better with sunshine following 40 centimetre dumps of snow. Its been unbelievable!”

With a mix of more snow and sunshine in the forecast over the next seven days, Mount Washington is offering up near perfect mid-winter conditions with a snow base that's closing in on a depth of 400 centimetres. It may not be the Snowmageddon of last winter, but it's the next best thing!

For more information on the mountain and to check out upcoming events like the Old School GS Race this Saturday, visit mountwashington.ca.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort is located 30 minutes above the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. WestJet, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal Airlines, and Island Express service the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ). To find out about accommodation and package information, call Mount Washington Alpine Resort at 1-888-231-1499 toll free or locally at 250-338-1386. Surf to www.mountwashington.ca for additional information including our live snow cam.

For more information and additional images, please contact:

Brent Curtain - Public Relations and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

pr@MountWashington.ca
250.792.0002
1 Strathcona Parkway
Mount Washington BC V9J 1L0

www.MountWashington.ca

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Media Release by Tourism Mount Washington
From: "Sarah Nicholson"
Date: January 26, 2010 11:50:06 PM PST (CA)

MEDIA RELEASE Jan 26, 2010

Snow Leopard sightings expected on Mount Washington

One might anticipate Sasquatch, cougar, black bear or summer marmot sightings at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. But until now, the odds have been stacked against catching a glimpse of a Snow Leopard, and a confirmed sighting on the slopes would make headline news.

Yet it’s about to happen – but in this case ‘The Snow Leopard’ is actually the very first alpine skier ever to represent the snow-less African country of Ghana at a Winter Olympic Games.

Kwame Nkrumah-Acheampong wanted to be able to train close to the Olympic venues on the best possible snow conditions as he prepared for his greatest performance. Boasting the deepest snowpack in Canada and recognized as a popular training venue Mount Washington on Vancouver Island was at the top of his list. Making tracks on Mount Washington seemed impossible until Tourism Mount Washington and a group of sponsors from surrounding communities got together to offer him a welcome as warm as his African homeland as he prepares for the final leg of his epic Olympic journey.

He arrives in the Comox Valley on January 31 carried forward by a wave of media excitement in both Africa and Europe, and will be staying and training hard on Mount Washington for approximately 10 days.

Kwame was actually born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1974 when his father was studying for a masters degree at the city’s University. But he grew up in Ghana before returning to Britain, and found work in the Sno!zone – an indoor winter sports arena at Milton Keynes - where he strapped on skis for the first time.

He is a sporting fanatic who has achieved some success with other sports including tennis, badminton and athletics. But it is his passion for alpine skiing that has driven him to achieve his and every sportsman’s dream: to qualify and compete in an Olympic Games.

Having narrowly missed qualification for the Turin Winter Olympics, Kwame’s dream was finally realized when he qualified for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Coming from a nation without snow makes his participation and story particularly special. While he is not the first athlete from a tropical country to compete in a Winter Olympic Games, he is the first alpine skier ever to represent Ghana - and one of only a handful from the African continent.

What makes his achievement even more incredible is that he only starting skiing just over five years ago on an artificial slope. And, when not training on snow-covered Italian slopes at Val de Fiemme, he continues to practice indoors at the Snowdome in Hemel Hempstead, now his UK training base.

The Snow Leopard’s progress to the Games has already attracted global media interest, with Kwame being repeatedly named as likely one of the most popular ‘characters’ of the 2010 games. Could this be history repeating itself in Canada – a sequel, perhaps, to the Jamaican bobsled team whose Calgary debut in the 1988 Olympics was recounted in the movie Cool Runnings?

In an interview with the BBC broadcast internationally, Kwame said he had come up against some skepticism from people when he first announced his ambition. But that skepticism has turned to pride and a growing fan base as he becomes the first Ghanaian to ski in a Winter Olympics. "I think now people are going to sit up and say, OK, well he's done it this time, he's qualified and definitely we are going to see the Ghanaian flag in Vancouver," he said.

For further information please contact:

Richard Harpham
Ghana Ski Team Manager
Richard.H@ghanaskiteam.com
+ 44 (0)7710 61520

Sarah Nicholson
Manager, Tourism Mount Washington
sarah@tourismmountwashington.com
1 250 338 0226

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From: BC Nordic
Date: January 18, 2010 3:58:29 PM PST (CA)
To: bcnordic@shaw.ca

Escape to the Trails! BC Nordic Offers Top Trail Picks
for Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing in BC

For Immediate Release
January 18, 2010

There's more to British Columbia than skiing and snowboarding in the mountains; BC is the choice winter recreation destination for Nordic activity enthusiasts! With over 1000 kilometres of groomed cross-country trails spanning varied terrain–from the picturesque Bulkley Valley in the north, to the majestic Kootenay Rockies in the west–BC is sure to appeal to both the first-time and well-seasoned skier alike.

We've combed the province and asked the locals that know to give the "best of the best" cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trail picks for your next day trip or weekend visit. Many trail networks are situated near communities, ski resorts, provincial parks and easily accessible by car. Tours, lessons and equipment rentals are available at most cross-country ski areas and resorts.

For detailed information about these trails and other Nordic trails and destinations in BC, visit www.bcnordic.com throughout the winter season.

Sun Peaks Resort – Kamloops, BC

The McGillivray Lake trail is idea for both classic and skate technique. Wind your way through a second growth forest, catch the stunning views of the three mountains at Sun Peaks and then climb up in stages before reaching the cozy log cabin at McGillivray Lake. Downhill thrills along dips and corners as you glide back to Sun Peaks village on the Great Grey Trail.

Whistler Olympic Park /Callaghan Country Wilderness Adventures – Whistler, BC

There are too many great trails to choose from in the Callaghan Valley! Rob Bernhardt, chief of competition for the cross-country events for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games likes to hit the Inside Passage, scoot over to Around the World and then climb up to the aptly named Top of the World. This 5-6 km jaunt is a relatively short and easy ski with rewarding views of the valley and surrounding peaks.

For those craving more challenge and scenery, ski up the Mainline trail, across Parkway and then up to the Callaghan Lodge on Wild Spirit. "It's a great ski journey into the heart of the Coast range through old growth forests and offers spectacular mountain and glacier views along the trail," says Rob. Reward yourself with a hot lunch in Callaghan Lodge before the easy return down to the base. You'll gain about 600 m of elevation during this 25-30 km route.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort - Vancouver Island

The interconnected Paradise Meadows, Jack Rabbit, and Far East trail loops are a favourite among the locals at Mt. Washington. Barb Kelly, Strathcona Nordic Club member, recommends the final loop of Far East for its great views of the Georgia Strait and Coast Mountains. Kick back at Raven Lodge for hot chocolate by the grand fireplace.

Silver Star Mountain Resort – Vernon, BC

The trails at Silver Star boast superb grooming and the famous dry Okanagan powder snow. From Sidewinder in the lower trails climb up TJ's Corskscrew to catch the incredible view of the Monashee Mountains. A longer trek starting at the village takes you on a steady climb up to Alder Point Lookout. "It overlooks the alpine runs and you can also see the summit of Silver Star Mountain. Both routes are quite suitable for classic or skate, and don't forget to bring your camera," says Glenn Bond, Nordic Director at Silver Star.

Black Jack Cross-Country Ski Trails - Rossland, BC

Gibbards Trail is Black Jack's most popular trail according to Wannes Luppens, president of the Black Jack Ski Club. It's a gentle winding green level trail that starts at the trailhead and takes you through cedar forests and open meadows, along a reservoir and past two cozy warming cabins. Great views of the Columbia Valley and the Rossland Range! Full amenities are available at Red Mountain Resort, just minutes away from the Black Jack trailhead.

Larch Hills Cross Country Ski Trails – Salmon Arm, BC

Blessed with a mixed species forest, skiing and snowshoeing on Larch Hills' 125 km trail network is a special experience. Start at the chalet and ski up Larch Lake Loop and up to Cec's Cabin. All snowshoe trails make their way up there too. Warm up inside or sit out on the deck and enjoy your packed snacks; the cabin is also available for overnight stays. From Cec's Cabin ski out to Sky Trail through old growth forests and you may be lucky enough to see Larch's resident moose milling about.

Dawn Mountain Nordic Trails – Golden, BC

Sanne van der Ros, events coordinator at Dawn Mountain counts the fun hills on Beaver Loop as one of her favourite trails. From there ski down a long gentle descent toward Hawk Owl, and then continue toward the open vistas of Upper and Lower Raven. The entire trail system, located at the base of Kicking Horse Mountain, is surrounded by amazing views of the Purcell, Selkirk and Rocky Mountain ranges.

Lost Lake Cross-Country Ski Trails – Whistler, BC

Chris Waller, co-owner of Cross Country Connection has covered all the trails at Lost Lake and cites Upper Fairway among his favourites. Its challenging steep climbs, fast undulating descents and stunning valley and southern mountain views (especially at sunset) keep him coming back for more. He recommends Tin Pants snowshoe trail for ease of navigation and great views of Lost Lake.

Bulkley Valley Nordic Centre – Smithers, BC

"It's hard to pick one trail at Bulkley Valley," says Steve Howard, president of the Bulkley Valley Nordics, but Perimeter Trail gets his top nod. "This seven km trail is great for an afternoon outing. I love the boardwalk crossing Goldeneye Lake, and the peek-a-boo overlook of the Bulkley Valley. The reward of a hard uphill section by the lookout is a winding downhill through a quiet spruce forest." Finish up your day with a hot beverage and lunch at the impressive Buchfink day lodge.

Cypress Mountain : West Vancouver, BC

Cypress Mountain is home to the largest selection of Nordic trails on Vancouver's North Shore. Snowshoeing up to Hollyburn Peak (1326m) is well worth the effort! Start at Hollyburn Lodge and follow any of the trails up past the upper warming hut to their end, then trek up Hiker's Access Trail to the top. At the summit, break out the snacks and enjoy a fantastic 360 degree panoramic view. For an easier trip, follow Far East Trail up to Old Man of the Mountain and check out one of the largest old-growth Cypress trees in the park.

Kimberley Nordic Ski Trails - Kimberley, BC

"We have several trails that offer spectacular views of the Rockies and surrounding vistas," says Derm Kennedy, president of the Kimberley Nordics. That's a guarantee, given the trail network's location in the upper base of Kimberley Alpine Resort. The whole family will be able to ski the easy Spruce and Trap Line trails up to Mikwa Viewpoint and Sunshine Corner. Views in all directions including Fisher Peak, Teepee Mountain, the St. Mary River Valley and the Purcells to the southwest.

About BC Nordic (www.bcnordic.com) NMS) is a non-profit organization comprised of Nordic facility operators, ski areas, resorts, and tourism marketing organizations. The organization actively promotes and supports Nordic winter recreation activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding and backcountry skiing at destinations located throughout British Columbia.

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From: Brent Curtain
Date: January 14, 2010 12:20:06 PM PST (CA)

Subject: Mount Washington media update

Good afternoon! This isn't an official press release from Mount Washington, it's more of an update or fyi on our conditions in light of what's happening on the North Shore right now. In case you want to talk about us we want to make sure you know what's happening up here! As many of you have heard (or reported yourselves), the North Shore mountains were hit hard by last week's rain events. I've heard through the grapevine that there may be some assumptions out there that we're experiencing the same difficulties. In a couple of words, we're not!

To begin, it's snowing heavily right now! The freezing level is currently at 800 metres (the bottom of Mount Washington is at 1080 metres and we top out at 1600 metres).

The forecast for today is calling for upwards of 40cms by this evening. Long-range forecasts are calling for continued snowfall with lower freezing levels through the weekend. Our deep early season base from the unbelievable snowfalls in November and December enabled us to get through the last week relatively unscathed. Over the last few days, it has been business as usual on Mount Washington . Our mid-mountain base is now 244cms. Our loss of snow over the last few days was minimal in comparison to the North Shore and our snowbase has consistently been at least a metre deeper than the Lower Mainland's mountains over the last month and a half.

So where are we now? With this next system we are returning to the same if not better conditions than we had pre-pineapple express. The temperatures are back to normal and the snow is falling fast and furious. It should be another great weekend of skiing and boarding on the Island! If you have any questions about the mountain, please contact me at your nearest convenience.

The attached photo was taken at 11am this morning outside of the Alpine Lodge's front doors. Cheers and happy skiing and boarding!

Brent --

Brent Curtain
PR and Promotions
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Cell 250-792-0002
Direct 250-334-5702
pr@mountwashington.ca

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VI Riders - it's not too late to join for 2010From: "Kelsa Donald"
Date: January 14, 2010 11:33:35 AM PST (CA)

Subject: VI Riders are on the Snow!!!

If you could please pump up the VI Riders for the impending season with the hopes we can bring on some new riders, that would be great!!!

VANCOUVER ISLAND FREESTYLE RIDERS ARE ON THE SNOW

Vancover Island's first freestyle snowboard club began their season on Mt. Washington last week despite some challenging weather conditions.

The VI Riders is a group of young talented freestyle riders keen to get in the park, hit the rails and jumps and shred hard!!!

The club and its talented coaches work with intermediate and advanced riders from 12 to 18 years who want to develop their freestyle skills and technique in a safe and fun environment. "We have a fantastic group of talented athletes who are developing their skills and moving into local and provincial competition. Five of our VI alumni are now training and competing with the BC Development and Provincial Teams so we know we have something valuable to offer our local athletes.

Recently VI Riders has seen a dramatic increase in the number of talented female riders and we look forward to seeing our VI girls rock the competitive scene alongside our talented male riders!!!" There seems to be a growing interest for younger riders in the 10 to 11 yr age range to jump on board with the Riders so at the moment the club is taking names for consideration of a younger squad.

New registrations are still being taken for the 2010 season so don't delay and join in on the action!!!

For more information please contact Kelsa or Dave Donald at 250-923-0523
or check out the website at www.viriders.org

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