Jackson Hole Mountain Resort: Great Deals for 2012-2013 and a New Lift, New Flights and Much More
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It's Never Been Easier to Ski There with "All New - All Blue" or Get There with More Flights

TETON VILLAGE, WY - A number of exciting new things are happening this winter at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR). From new flights to make it easier to get there, to a new lift to make it easier to access intermediate terrain, Jackson adds easy ways to get your fill of this outstanding mountain. Real cowboys, herds of elk and an occasional moose help you to get a great experience in a unique western town. The ski/snowboard resort is located in Teton Village, a scenic, easy 12 mile ride from the town of Jackson, with an extensive bus service to ease transportation around the area.

All New All Blue - Introducing an Entirely New Intermediate Experience

In a move to continue to broaden the appeal of Jackson Hole, a new, high speed, four passenger detachable chair has been installed in the mid mountain area of the resort known as Casper. Along with the new lift, the Casper intermediate trail network received extensive summer grooming which expanded and improved this classic blue terrain, bringing a whole new experience to this amazing, previously underutilized, area of the mountain.
The new Casper Quad is part of a series of capital improvements for the intermediate destination skier and rider. To help broaden the appeal, and the trails, the resort added and upgraded with a larger snowcat fleet and expanded snowmaking acreage and capacity. To celebrate this new experience, Casper Restaurant, a popular spot for visiting families and groups, has introduced an entirely new menu including gourmet hot sandwiches, made to order tacos and a Margarita Bar.
The new high-speed, detachable, Casper Quad replaces a fixed grip triple lift and reduces the previous 10- to 12-minute ride to less than four minutes. The uphill capacity is increased from 1,185 people per hour to 2,000 per hour, and a re-alignment also increases the vertical of the lift by four feet. In an area of the mountain where lift lines were rare, this will virtually eliminate any possibility of a line for your family and friends except for odd occasions.

2012-13 Winter Air Service Offers Increased Non-Stop Services from Nine Cities
with Hundreds of Easy Connections on Key U.S carriers - American, Delta and United

New this year United Airlines will operate holiday and weekend nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) and New York (EWR). Delta Airlines will introduce a similar service from Minneapolis (MSP) into Jackson Hole (JAC). The improved experience for skiers and snowboarders traveling to Jackson Hole will be immediate and impactful as flight times will be shorter and more options will exist.
The expanded and improved airport also makes the arrival and departure experiences faster than ever. With the resort just a scenic 30 minute drive from the terminal, Jackson Hole now truly competes with other Rocky Mountain winter destinations for ease of travel. Airfares and packages are currently available for purchase via the airlines and resort's website at www.jacksonhole.com

The Mountain Collective™ Pass - Four Destinations with Eight Mountains and Eight Days of Skiing or Snowboarding for $349

The Mountain Collective™ is the new name for an exciting new discount pass for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. In an unprecedented move, JHMR and three other premier independent mountain destinations in the West have created an alliance to form The Mountain Collective™, a groundbreaking pass for the 2012-13 season. Participants in The Mountain Collective™ Pass are Alta, Aspen/Snowmass, Jackson Hole and Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows and they have partnered to offer an exciting opportunity for passionate skiers and riders.
For only $349, The Mountain Collective™ Pass includes two free days at each of the four destinations, plus a 50 percent discount on unlimited lift tickets at each of the destinations once the complimentary days are used. In addition, pass holders will receive exclusive lodging deals throughout the season. Collectively this pass grants access to six mountains with more than 16,000 acres of terrain, over 100 lifts and an unmatched reputation for snow quality and quantity. For details please visit; www.themountaincollective.com or read more at www.skiernews.com/2012_JacksonMtnCollective.htm

Best Price Guarantee

New this year, JHMR is making single and multiday tickets available to purchase online with a "best price" guarantee. Cheaper than the walk up ticket windows and any other ticket only option, this allows their guests to pre-purchase tickets for any arrival date of the season. Using the best price guarantee, purchasers will be assured that they are receiving best value and convenience. For details please visit; www.jacksonhole.com/bestpriceguarantee

Eco-Leadership: Locally, Nationally, Globally

Operating in the midst of one of the worlds' most pristine natural environments in the world, Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, JHMR remains committed to its environmental initiatives. In July 2012 Jackson Hole Mountain Resort became the first U.S ski resort to join "1% for the Planet" as a Brand Member with their Couloir and Deck restaurants.
In another impactful initiative JHMR was a key stakeholder in the application and successful selection for Jackson Hole as one of the destinations worldwide to participate in the Sustainable Tourism Destination Early Adopters program initiated by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. For the day-to-day operations this season JHMR will be entering their seventh year as third party ISO registered as a "green" company. ISO 14001 registration is the most widely known and internationally respected environmental stamp of approval.

New Terra Women's Ski Camp with Crystal Wright and Jess McMillan

This winter, intermediate and expert female skiers can take their skiing to the next level and experience JHMR shoulder-to-shoulder with two of the greatest big mountain female skiers in the world at the Terra Women's Ski Camp, January 16-19, 2013. Crystal Wright the current Freeskiing World Tour Champion, and Jess McMillan fresh from international victories at Freeride competitions and headlining in Warren Miller's iconic ski films, will lead the camp along with top female coaches from the legendary JHMR Mountain Sports School. "We are thrilled to have Crystal and Jess be a part of our women's camp this year," said Anna Olson, Brand Director for JHMR. "The Terra Women's Camp is designed specifically for women who want to improve their skiing at the mid-level range, as well as those who want to take their skiing to the next level.

"Campers will spend worthwhile time with Wright and McMillan on and off the slopes in a fun and rejuvenating setting," Olson continued. "This is one not to miss. They are really an inspiration on all levels." Participants in the camp will receive four nights eco-luxury lodging at the Four Diamond rated Hotel Terra, just steps away from the Aerial Tram in Teton Village. The package includes lift tickets, instruction, early access to the Tram, breakfasts, lunches and two dinners. In addition, Pilates and strength conditioning classes will be led by Wright and McMillan. Cost of the package with lodging is $2,500 and locals or those who have other accommodations can participate for $1,650. Find out more and make your reservation at www.jacksonhole.com

The Snow Really Is Bigger and Better

Last year Jackson Hole, in the drought winter of 2011-12, received nearly 400 inches of snowfall by closing day, more snow than any other resort in the Rockies and California. Jackson received snow in early October and then benefited from significant storm cycles in late December, January and February. The upper elevations of the mountain had enough natural snow for good skiing and their snowmaking improvements enabled their guests to access Mother Nature's best. The entire resort was open from early December through April. By March 2012, Jackson was one of the few resorts with average snow depths remaining and Spring skiing was among the most spectacular in the country.

Jackson Hole TGR Fall Line Camp - The Most Successful Winter Teen Camp Ever!

Oversold last winter, with the demand is expected to be greater this year. The ultimate freeride experience held at Jackson Hole, December 29-31, 2012, is for teenagers who aspire to join the next generation of big mountain rippers and park and pipe superstars. Up and coming skiers and snowboarders will spend the week improving their fundamentals and learning to drop cliffs, hit jib features and rip turns with members of the TGR cast and the JHMR Sports School's premier youth coaches. After full throttle sessions of slashing turns and burning quads under the tutelage of the best instructors and pro athletes in the world of big mountain skiing, the newcomers will pull up a chair in the TGR studios and edit the epic footage they captured during the day. Production magicians from TGR will reveal some simple secrets of turning low-budget footage into sponsor-worthy final content. For more, please visit www.jacksonhole.com

Jackson Hole continues to famously deliver legendary powder snow, 4,139 continuous vertical feet, 2,500 acres of some of the best beginner, intermediate and expert skiing and snowboarding in North America and a genuine "Last of the Old West" atmosphere. Three years of extensive investments in grooming, snowmaking, lifts and visitor services across the mountain have created an entirely new mountain experience for a broad variety of guests and they intend to continue to broaden this appeal. Neighboring the legendary Yellowstone National Park, the first designated U.S National Park in 1872, and Grand Teton National Park, this one of a few spectacular settings for a destination resort in the world. Now it can be easily accessed from hundreds of flight connections through nine nonstop cities with fligths into the newly expanded Jackson Hole (JAC) airport, Jackson Hole is one of the most easily accessed destination resorts in the West. For route maps, ski packages, online tickets (now with Best Price guarantee), web cam, videos and more please visit www.jacksonhole.com or www.facebook.com/jacksonhole