• From the Publisher's Desk - A GREAT SEASON, AN AGELESS FRIEND and A NEW SKI

• From the Publisher's Travel Diary - TALE of TWO GREAT SKI TOWNS and TWO GREAT LODGES

• Article 1: SUBARU SPONSORS FIRST MAJOR U.S. FREESKING SERIES

• Article 2: UTAH RESORTS LISTS 05-06 IMPROVEMENTS

• Article 3: SALT LAKE’S RESORTS DO IT AGAIN - HUGE SNOWFALL WITH EASY ACCESS

• Article 4: LAKE TAHOE RESORTS SHARE INSIDER TIPS and BEST KEPT SECRESTS

• Future Article 5:

• Technical 1: FIVE POINTERS FOR BLACK DIAMOND THRILLS

• Feature 1: RENTSKIS.COM ENDS THE HASSLE OF RENTING GEAR

• Feature 2: SUN VALLEY GREAT SNOW MEANS GREAT SPRING SKIING

• Feature 3: TELLURIDE OFFRS MOUNTAIN MILES & GEAR FOR BEGINNERS

• Feature 4: VAIL'S SPRING SAVINGS CONTINUE

• Feature 5: LAKE TAHOE HAS STEEPS, BUMPS & CRUISERS FOR ALL TYPES OF SKIERS

• Feature 6: PANORAMA IS A COMPLETE RESORT

2005-06 Utah, New Mex & Colorado Favorites

2005-06 Tahoe's Best - Travel Planner

2005-06 Destination Western Canada & the Northern U.S. Rockies

2005-06 Destination Northeast

2005-06 New York & Pennsylvania's Best

2005-06 New England Favorites

• Lodging 1: PEAKS RESORT in TELLURIDE HAS SPECIAL SKI PACKAGES

• Lodging 2: SKI VILLAGE RESORTS OFFERS BRECKENRIDGE CONVENIENCE

• Lodging 3: RADISSON PARK CITY HAS GREAT UTAH PACKAGE

• Lodging 4: TAHOE'S HYATT REGENCY MAKES IT EASY TO STAY & PLAY

• Lodging 5: EMBASSY SUITES - LAKE TAHOE OFFERS "PREMIER" SKI PACKAGE

• Lodging 6: TAHOE'S CAMP RICHARDSON RESORT HAS WINTER RECREATION FUN

• Lodging 7: LAKE TAHOE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDES UNIQUE ON-LINE BOOKING

• Lodging 8: In Colorado, DAYS INN in SILVERTHORNE

• Lodging 9: In Colorado, LA QUINTA in SILVERTHORNE IS MINUTES AWAY FROM FAMOUS RESORTS

FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK:

by Publisher and Editor, Dave Leonardi

A GREAT SEASON, AN AGELESS FRIEND and A NEW SKI

For those who have been lucky enough to ski at a Western resort so far this season, you no doubt have been impressed by the abundant snowfall.

The Eastern U.S. has had some great dumps of snow, followed by a day of lessthan- perfect conditions, only to rebound to great conditions again.

During the second week in January, we took to the slopes of Okemo, Killington Stowe and Whiteface, all with great snow conditions. Four days before or five days later and it may have been a different story. But like all the great Eastern resorts, they recover quickly with around-the-clock snowmaking as soon as temperatures permit. That is why Easterners are hardy skiers and great racers, at least those who keep their edges sharp.

MEET “VICTOR” STARYKOWICZ

One person who keeps his edges sharp no matter where he skis is our friend Witold “Victor” Starykowicz. We first met this Illinois resident at the Chicago Ski Show in 1988. We met him again a few years later at Jackson Hole, where he was being awarded a gold belt buckle for skiing one million vertical feet at the resort. He was 69 at the time. We ran a photo of that ceremony in a 1992 issue of SKIER NEWS. Every year at the Chicago show we look forward to seeing him.

He is now 82 and enjoying every minute of it. He has skied more than 30 resorts in the Midwest. Wilmot Mountain is close to his home and he gets there at lest 15 times a season. Last season, for at least four-to-five hours each visit, he skied at Wilmot 25 times and twice at Alpine Valley. He has skied at 32 resorts in the West, four in Canada and six in the Eastern U.S. All the trips made possible by the three Ski Clubs he belongs to and the Chicago Metropolitan Ski Council.

Victor meticulously documents each trip and seems to have saved all his skis. Sporting his “HA! 80” tee-shirt, given to him on his 80th birthday, he can be seen with ten pairs of his oldest-to-newest skis, his RV, motorcycle, Mountain Bike and scooter. (We hope to publish that photo in an issue early next season.) Missing in the photo is his jet ski and his boat, which he takes to a nearby lake. All of these he uses when he is not roller-blading! Victor is retired from his job as an industrial electrician, so he has come by his lifestyle through hard work and good genes. He is truly an inspiration

MEET “FAT-YPUS” SKIS

Something that might inspire Victor, or just about anyone, are a new line of fat skis with the name “Fat-ypus.”

Made in Breckenridge, Colo., these skis combine the powder platform of a fat ski with the technology of shaped skis. The result is effortless gliding through deep powder. Their developers, Dave Gelhaar and Jared Mazlish, must have seen the awesome snow in Breckenridge coming this year.

Prototyping for two years prior to the final design helped them create what they believe is an excellent all-mountain ski as well as the best big mountain, big powder ski you can buy. The flex pattern is evenly stiff throughout and the twin tip construction allows for optimal switch skiing in powder conditions. It has bomber sandwich construction to strengthen the ski throughout.

The first ski they are offering for 2006 is called the “A-lotta.”

It is available in 180cm and twin-tipped at 172/140/158. The creators claim that the “A-lotta” will provide the glide in powder like no other ski you have tried before. The twin-tipped versatility opens up a whole new view in the powder and the ski’s overall size and shape will change the way you look at the mountain, they claim. New lengths and new models will be available soon.

For more info, please visit their web site at www.fat-ypus.com, e-mail Jared directly at jared@fat-ypus.com or as I did, visit the Breckenridge Brew Pub and ask about the fat ski hanging on the wall. Then order food and a beer from Fat-ypus co-owner Dave, found usually behind the bar, who will fill you in.

But however old you are, wherever you ski or whatever you are skiing on, get out and enjoy yourself. Get out and ski.

And once again, we ask God to bless our troops who continue to defend America against terrorism in Iraq, Afghanistan and around the world, as we travel about and enjoy the blessings of liberty here at home.

FROM THE PUBLISHER’S TRAVEL DIARY:

by Publisher and Editor, Dave Leonardi

A TALE OF TWO GREAT SKI TOWNS and TWO GREAT LODGES

Very similar in nature, but on either side of the U.S. - Canadian border are two great places ski. Banff, located in beautiful Alberta, Canada and Jackson located in scenic Wyoming. Both cities are know for their Western style and both are known for the elk that roam nearby. Both resort towns brag about the awesome mountain resorts nearby, and you cannot speak of either without the phrase “national park” in a sentence.

Banff is part of Banff National Park, which also contains Mount Norquay, the smallest of the three resorts and it is located in town. A short distance away are Lake Louise and Sunshine ski resorts.

Jackson is the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, and it is home to the smallest of the three ski areas, Snow King. Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee are a short distance away.

Travel to each is convenient. It is a longer, but easy ride from the Calgary Airport to Banff. There are no mountain passes to climb. You leave the city, pass Calgary’s suburbs and the mountains begin to rise around you as you follow the Bow River Valley past majestic peaks.

For Jackson, simply fly into Jackson, Wyo. The town and Jackson Hole Ski Resort are a short ride away.

Bus and shuttle transportation from both towns to the ski areas is frequent, so you really do not need a car.

Fantastic skiing and easy access is something for which these towns are known. If your vacation plans take you Banff or to Jackson you will have several choices for lodging, let me try to help you narrow them.

TRAVEL TO JACKSON

Jackson is busier in the summer than in the winter. Most of the hotels that turn away summer business will welcome you with deep discounts during ski season.

I had the pleasure of staying a few nights last season at Cowboy Village in Jackson. I have always been intrigued by the place, passing it as I drove through town in past years. It is ranch style entrance, lit with its Cowboy Village marquee, always seemed interesting.

It was great. The drive leading to the front-door parking space for my cabin allowed me to pull the van right to the door to easily transfer my gear into the living room of the warm, comfortable cabin. Inside I found a living room, kitchenette, small dining table, bath and bedroom. All the furnishings blended with the log cabin décor and with the “Western feeling” of the town and the property.

Cowboy Village consists of 82 log cabins of various sizes and bed configurations. Families, groups, couples and friends can find something perfect for their needs. Each unit is a single cabin, and some have kitchenettes. There is a Business Center, hot tubs and continental breakfast in winter in the main area. There are smoke free cabins; all have cable TV; and the resort provides a shuttle to Jackson Hole. The daily bus to Grand Targhee, a pay-for-service shuttle, stops at the Village, also. The START bus service, the area transportation system, stops on the property as well.

I found that although it is set amid Jackson’s wonderful main street restaurants, shopping, art galleries and nightspots, it is also a surprisingly short walk to the Jackson Hole Brew Pub. The Brew Pub is off-the-beaten path but only three blocks away. It is also a few minutes walk from the famous Town Square, where everyone goes to have their picture taken under one of the four elk horn arches. That also makes it within “hobbling” distance from the World Famous Cowboy Bar.

There are other great lodges to stay in Jackson. We have written in the past about The Wort Hotel, www.worthotel.com, which is one of Jackson’s finest in the center of town; and Spring Creek Ranch, www.springcreekranch.com, which is a hilltop village with a spectacular view of the Tetons.

To contact Cowboy Village, call 1-800-4-TETONS. You can find Cowboy Village on line by logging on to www.townsquareinns.com or e-mailing them at cowboy@townsquareinns.com.

Cowboy Village Resort is the ultimate in convenience with a definite Western flavor. Cozy cabins and easy accessibility to the area’s activities bring guests back, year after year. I will be glad to return.

TRAVEL TO BANFF

If you are going to Banff, then you will want to stay at the Banff Caribou Lodge on the main street in town, Banff Ave. I also stayed there last winter, and I highly recommended it. I parked in the hotel’s free underground lot and easily found the elevator to my room. The room was one of the six loft units with plenty of space on the living-room style lower level and a full bath and bedroom in the upper level.

The lodge features 189 additional well-appointed rooms that have high-speed Internet access. There is also a 35 person jetted hot pool, a steam room, and exercise equipment. Downtown shops and restaurants are accessible via a pleasant 10-minute walk or by the complimentary evening shuttle service. The friendly and outgoing staff was always happy to provide information or suggestions on any of Banff’s many exciting activities.

In the lobby there was a happy crowd enjoying aprésski festivities in The Keg Steakhouse and Bar, which is located right in the hotel. When the music stopped, I could get a seat at the fun and casual bar and had a great steak dinner there. The Keg has a casual ambiance and friendly staff. You will also find comfortable and satisfying sit-down dining for your group. The food was great and so were the Canadian ales.

The Banff Caribou Lodge has “Standard” rooms with a courtyard view, and “Superior” rooms with an exterior view, with some rooms having a balcony. The rooms feature maple furnishings and artwork inspired by Canada’s magnificent Rocky Mountains. The rooms have varying bed configurations and can accommodate up to four adults. All rooms have hairdryers, cable TV and a coffee maker with complimentary tea and coffee.

Expected to open in February 2006, is the Red Earth Spa. They claim the spa will draw on Earth’s essential elements to create sanctuaries, a place where your sense of balance will be nurtured and rediscovered. They hope to be reinventing wellness by creating a private holistic spa experience that includes luxurious head to toe treatments, a Yoga room, regenerating bathes, and much more. The Red Earth Spa is expected to become an elevated level of spa experience.

I skied at Sunshine Village, enjoying the wide-open terrain and excellent variety from beginner to expert. Sunshine has the most high-speed quad chairs in the Rockies. This is another great resort, where they brag that the snow is from nature, not from snowguns. Every year nature does not disappoint, and from groomed to powder runs, you will not be disappointed either.

In past visits I have skied at Lake Louise, where everyone stands and stares at the beauty of the entire area. This scenery is what really catapults a ski vacation in Banff into a class of its own.

I have also skied at Mount Norquay, which is the ski area for Banff locals. It is just minutes from town. Mount Norquay, though smaller than the other two resorts, has everything you need for a great day on the slopes no matter what your ability.

Contact the Banff Caribou Lodge on line at www.bestofbanff.com or by calling 1-800-563-8764. Like Cowboy Village in Jackson, I’ll be happy to return to the Banff Caribou Lodge.

SUBARU TO SPONSOR FIRST MAJOR U.S. FREESKIING SERIES

CHERRY HILL, NJ — Subaru of America, Inc. announced that it will return as title sponsor for U.S. Skiercross series and present the new U.S. Freeskiing series in 2006. Subaru joins tour producers Mountain Sports International (MSI) in sponsoring the events.

“Subaru is proud to be the title sponsor of both the U.S. Freeskiing and U.S. Skiercross series,” said Rick Crosson, vice president of marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. “These tours bring the top Big Mountain and Skiercross competitors in the world to center stage at some of the best resorts in North America.”

Over the years, these competitions have helped launch the careers of skiing legends such as Shane McConkey, Kent Kreitler, Ingrid Backstrom, Seth Morrison, Hugo Harrison, and Reggie and Zach Crist. This year skiers from around the globe will raise the bar of Freeskiing in pursuit of a $100,000 overall prize purse.

“Our goal this year is to strengthen the tour by focusing our resources into three major events to create solid, packed competitions that will form a strong core for the growing sport of Skiercross,” says Comey.

MSI will be posting online, video-on-demand footage of all events on the 2006 tour. In addition, MSI has secured television coverage on OLN and Rush HD for the Snowbird and Kirkwood events.

SUBARU U.S. FREESKIING SERIES

The 9th Annual U.S. Freeskiing Nationals in Snowbird, Utah and 6th Annual North American Freeskiing Championships in Kirkwood, Calif., will join the inaugural Telluride Freeskiing Open and Jackson Hole Extremes to comprise the inaugural Subaru U.S. Freeskiing Series.

“We’re very excited about the continued growth and success of Freeskiing. The U.S. Freeskiing Series is the first major U.S.-based Freeskiing tour, and we are honored to have Subaru step up as title sponsor. New stops at Telluride and Jackson Hole, combined with huge increases in prize money, will bring the sport to a whole new level,” says MSI founder and president Adam Comey.

SUBARU U.S. SKIERCROSS SERIES

The Subaru U.S. Skiercross Series enters its third year with an increased prize purse and more focused schedule. The three-stop series will consist of the U.S. Skiercross Nationals in Snowbird, Utah; Rocky Mountain Skiercross Classic in Steamboat, Colo., and North American Skiercross Championships in Kirkwood, Calif. In addition to a $30,000 prize purse for the series, the overall, top five men from the Skiercross tour will earn spots to the 2007 X Games in Aspen, Colo.

About Subaru of America, Inc.

Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. and headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J. The company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle, retail registration statistics, calendar year-end 2004.

For additional information, visit www.subaru.com either directly or via many easily found links on the home page of www.skiernews.com.

UTAH RESORTS LIST IMPROVEMENTS for 2005-06

SALT LAKE CITY, UT — Having just notched the best season in Utah’s 69-year history, area resorts are not resting on their laurels. They continue to hone, polish, create, add, build, renovate and revise their equipment, amenities, facilities, products and programs. Utah’s 13 powder playgrounds invested millions of dollars in improvements this past summer. Here is what is new this season.

ALTA

BELOVED ALTA LANDMARK REPLACED: Skiers will find a new mid-mountain day lodge this winter at Alta. Watson Shelter, a favorite spot for lunch by both local skiers and out of town guests, has been replaced by an all-new Watson Shelter, completed this Fall. The new Watson Shelter was built near the Angle Station of the Collins Lift (installed summer 2004). Like the original, most of the materials for construction are granite and wood. The shelter’s footprint is nearly 5000 square feet. The building has three levels with plenty of deck space for outdoor dining. It offers an “Alta logo” ski shop, generous restroom facilities and an extensive cafeteria. The Watson will also preserve the Collins Grill experience and offer an area for private dining.

BEAVER MOUNTAIN

WIDER RUNS & PREP WORK: Crews worked hard at the “Beav” this past summer, widening existing runs off of Marge’s Triple as well as creating several new runs in the area.

BASE LODGE IMPROVEMENTS: A facelift of base lodge restrooms including new vanities will greet guests this season.

NEW SNOWCAT: Beaver’s new $200,000 Piston Bully snowcat guarantees dreamy and creamy cruising on their groomed runs.

BRIAN HEAD

NEW EQUIPMENT: Brian Head Resort has purchased two new snow grooming machines for this winter season, including a brand new 2006 Camoplast bi350 and a Bombardier br350. The machines are faster, have the latest technology, can cover more acres per hour and have more horsepower to push snow than previous machines. They not only can create improvements in area grooming but also in freestyle terrain and parks.

EXPANDING FREESTYLE TERRAIN & PARKS: Under new park management, the Park Crew has great expectations and fresh ideas to improve and expand the existing freestyle terrain. The park will have beginner and intermediate boxes, rails and jumps on the Navajo lift as well as beginner, intermediate and expert terrain parks at Giant Steps. With the addition of the new snow cats, steeper angles can be cut and formed to enhance the expert freestyle terrain.

WINTER SPORTS SCHOOL: New for 2005- 06, Brian Head offers a “Get Better” lesson for only $20 to guests regardless of their ability – beginner to expert – giving skiers and snowboarders of all abilities the opportunity to improve their skills with a qualified instructor at a very affordable price.

BRIGHTON

GROOMING: Brighton Resort added two new Park Bully snow cats for even better grooming. With over 85 years combined experience, Brighton’s cat drivers know each aspect of the runs and the best way to produce the finest surface for both skiers and snowboarders. Only their most experienced drivers groom their terrain park and half pipe.

INCREASED SNOWMAKING: Brighton added two SMI Pole Cat tower guns to their snowmaking arsenal which will provide an earlier opening to the Terrain Park.

GAZ EX AVALANCHE CONTROL: To continue to ensure the safety of their guests, Brighton installed cutting-edge avalanche control equipment produced by the Gaz Ex Company. This system needs no explosives or fuses. Controlled remotely from the ski patrol office, the system affords increased safety for Brighton personnel who will no longer need to enter avalanche danger zones while carrying explosives. Using this method, avalanches can be triggered in all weather conditions and from a safe location, away from the blast site.

THE CANYONS

$400 MILLION EXPANSION PLAN: In the next 3 years, The Canyons Resort will continue its master expansion plan that will total more than $400 million in improvements both on and off the mountain. They include new lifts, more terrain, new lodging facilities, a golf course and continued development of The Canyons Resort Village. This is the result of the combined efforts of the many landowners at The Canyons Resort and American Skiing Company.

NEW BEGINNER TERRAIN PARK: First time terrain park skiers and riders can feel comfortable in The Canyons’ new beginners terrain park located off of Saddleback Express. The park will cater to first-time park users and will compliment The Canyons Ski & Snowboard School Terrain Park, the advanced terrain park remains in place off the Sun Peak Express.

DEER VALLEY

NEW SULTAN CHAIRLIFT: Part of $8 million in improvements, Deer Valley has replaced and extended the Sultan chairlift on Bald Mountain with a high-speed detachable quad. The new lift offers 1,000 additional linear feet, bringing its vertical drop to 1,760 feet. Extending the lift opens 75 additional skiable acres that include a new intermediate run and approximately 65 acres of glade skiing.

EXPANDED SKI CORRAL: The Ski Corral has been added on to the Silver Lake Lodge and will be expanded to hold 2,000 pairs of skis. The Silver Lake Lodge deck will be increased by 1,200 square feet with the heated Village Plaza being expanded by 2,200 square feet.

ADDED RETAIL AND RENTAL SPACE: Deer Valley’s Rental Shop and Signatures store will take over the existing Royal Plaza Conference Center that is located adjacent to the Silver Lake Lodge. The Rental Shop will be expanding inventory by 15 percent.

NEW EQUIPMENT & SNOWMAKING: Deer Valley has replaced four snowcats, 12 snowmobiles and 10 snow guns with new equipment. Expanded snowmaking has also been added around the new and improved Sultan chairlift.

PARK CITY MOUNTAIN RESORT

NEWLY RENOVATED LEGENDS BAR AND RESTAURANT: Legends, the spot for après ski, has been relocated to the plaza level of the Legacy Lodge. The new Legends will boast excellent drinks and food making.

BIGGEST SUPERPIPE IN NORTH AMERICA: Park City Mountain Resort purchased a new pipe cutter that gives a new definition to “super” in the Eagle Superpipe. With 22-foot walls, the superpipe will be the largest in North America. Park City Mountain Resort will add new rails and funboxes to its four terrain parks.

NEW GROOMING AND SNOWMAKING EQUIPMENT: Last season Park City Mountain Resort introduced grooming on several of its advanced, black diamond runs. These “Signature Runs” helped to open more of the mountain to the intermediate skier. Park City Mountain Resort has added two new snowcats, including a winch cat, to its fleet. The resort also added 10 snowmaking guns providing more efficient snowmaking.

POWDER MOUNTAIN

-HIDDEN LAKE TERRAIN PARK: This offers features for more advanced park riders. Located on Hidden Lake trail, the park contains handrails, tabletops, a spine hit and a quarterpipe. It will be open for daytime operation hours, seven days a week and groomed nightly.

SHE-SKIS EXTREME: Advanced and expert skiers can sign up for the Black Diamond women’s clinics. SheSkis is Powder Mountain’s women only program and it is taught by women. Learn to ski bumps, powder and the backcountry. Weather and conditions permitting, a helicopter ride to the backcountry will be available for an additional charge.

SNOWBIRD

NEW CREEKSIDE LODGE: A new day lodge in Gad Valley, the Creekside Lodge, will greet skiers. The two-story lodge houses the Creekside Cafe, a ticket office, a Mountain School office, retail space and locker rooms. The kicker, a 3,000-square-foot deck, offers skiers the ultimate in post-powder lounging.

IMPROVED GAD VALLEY PARKING LOT: Snowbird’s Entry 1 parking lot received a makeover this summer. The main entrance from the parking lot to Gad Valley will be by the new Creekside Lodge (approximately where the old bathrooms were). The two-level, paved parking lot includes stairs and a green strip in the middle to allow easier access to cars and the slopes. For added convenience, UTA will add a bus stop in Gad Valley.

SNOWBIRD EXPEDITIONS: The dream of Dick Bass, Snowbird’s owner and the first person to summit the tallest mountain on each of the world’s seven continents, has been to create a renaissance center for enhancement of body, mind and spirit. This dream becomes a reality this year as Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort launches Snowbird Expeditions. David Breashears, a world-famous climber, author and cinematographer, designed these expeditions to combine the optimum blend of intense athletic activity, technical climbing instruction, mountaineering skills, world-renowned healthful cuisine and restorative spa treatments. Visit www.snowbirdx.com for more information.

CLIFF LODGE RENOVATIONS: The summer of 2005 marked the beginning of renovations to Snowbird’s flagship property, the Cliff Lodge. Lodging rooms will be upgraded with new furnishings, bedding, tile and bathroom fixtures. Most spa level rooms will provide flat screen televisions and Tempur-Pedic beds.

SNOWBASIN

TUBING: Snowbasin will have six lanes of lift-assisted tubing for the winter season. Three lanes will be for the beginning tuber with the other three designed with “more fun” in mind.

TRANSPORTATION FROM SALT LAKE: In conjunction with the Grand America and Little America Hotels, Snowbasin will be providing transportation to and from Salt Lake City for their skiing guests.

SOLITUDE

MOONBEAM CHAIRLIFT: Solitude has installed a new fixed-grip quad replacing the Moonbeam II lift and allowing skiers to get to beginner and intermediate terrain much easier from the parking lot. The new quad allows for easier unloading (due to a gentler off-load ramp) for beginners and makes the mid-mountain intersection much less congested. Moonbeam base visitors will enjoy the efficiency of moving people out of the area during high traffic times, including at the start of the day and at lunch.

MOONBEAM DAY LODGE: This new lodgestyle facility is designed to not only be functional and complement the mountain, but to blend with the architecture of the European-styled Solitude village. The 12,000-square-foot lodge sits adjacent the Moonbeam Center and is home to a new rental shop, lockers, indoor and outdoor food service, an après ski bar, heated patio, a rooftop sun deck and a spacious and inviting sitting den, which will make up roughly one-third of the new facility. The new lodge fills a void at Solitude in providing more amenities, and a comfortable place for day guest to relax. Solitude remains committed to providing a quality experience for each skier or rider on the mountain.

NEW TICKETING SYSTEM: Continuing the tradition of Solitude’s cutting-edge ticket and pass technology, they have upgraded their ticketing system to give skiers the ability to purchase tickets on-line and go directly to the lifts. Other new features include on-line tracking of vertical and lift ride data. Solitude Axess Cards must be purchased for an additional $5 (when purchasing a single day ticket) in order to access the full range of capabilities offered by this unique ticketing system.

SUNDANCE

FITNESS CENTER: A year-round fitness center will be located in Sundance’s yurt facility near the Screening Room. Guests can enjoy personal and private exercise, yoga or quiet time before venturing outside.

HOME BASE LEARNING METHOD: Sundance’s Ski and Snowboard School will incorporate a unique learning method and technique called “Home Base,” that makes learning fast, simple and more fun. In the past, this program was only available in Sundance’s special Performance Skiing Labs. It has now become a part of every learning experience. The method is state-of-the-art with each guest experiencing a new level of performance in a short period.

BEAR CLAWS CABIN: Sundance’s mountaintop lodge will receive some fine-tuning to further enhance this very special mountain dinning experience. From Bear Claws Cabin, visitors have 360-degree views that rival any European vista with slopes that are manageable for most levels of skiers and boarders.

WOLF MOUNTAIN

NEW OWNER AND NAME: Formerly called Nordic Valley, the latest addition to this Ogden Valley ski area is the name!

IMPROVED FACILITIES: A general clean up including repairs of equipment and buildings topped the list for Utah’s newest ski area. Wolf Mountain’s facilities improvement schedule includes demolition of some of the old buildings, recontouring and grading of the parking lot and reworking the entryway.

NEW GROOMER: A Bombardier Groomer, greatly increasing the consistency of Wolf Mountain’s snow quality, will provide perfect corduroy for 2005-06.

THE WOLF PASS: This new Wolf Creek Resort pass provides year-round access to Wolf Creek’s Recreation Center including a fitness center, racquetball courts, game room, summer- long access to the pool, tennis & volleyball courts and unlimited day or night skiing at Wolf Mountain.

This information was compiled and provided by SKI UTAH, link here to www.skiutah.com.

For more information, you can log on to SKI UTAH’S web site via an easily found link on the right side of the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

RENTSKIS.COM ENDS THE HASSLE OF RENTING GEAR

DENVER, CO — It is no secret that traveling through airports takes longer and is more complicated than it used to be. Checking ski and snowboard bags, even with the skier’s favorite equipment inside, is often an extra dimension of hassle en route to a mountain vacation. For skiers and riders who appreciate the ease and variety of using rental equipment or simply enjoy sampling the newest ski and snowboard models when they are on vacation, renting equipment has never been easier or more convenient than with the arrival of www.rentskis.com.

With 79 locations throughout Colorado, the Rocky Mountains and California, skiers and riders can now simplify their winter vacation with the largest and most efficient rental equipment system in North America. Skis and snowboards can be reserved either on-line at www.rentskis.com, or through a toll free phone number, 1-866-317-3508.

The beauty of the program is that all the paperwork is taken care of before skiers arrive at the resort so the preselected equipment is ready and waiting at the designated store. Skiers can breeze in, sign their forms, pick up their equipment and beat the crowds for first tracks. Nearly all of the shops are located slopeside for maximum convenience, but there are a number of other locations in mountain communities as well as at metropolitan ski shops in Denver, Colo.; Salt Lake City, Utah; and in the San Francisco Bay area.

The benefits are numerous. It gives skiers and riders a chance to demo the latest equipment; it significantly decreases the “schlep factor” while traveling through airports, and allows skiers and riders to avoid the often-lengthy lines of the rental shop. Advance reservations receive up to 20 percent off regular daily prices. Additional discounts may be available during selected promotional periods at some resorts. And, for every adult rental, a junior (age 12 or younger) can get a free rental for the same time as the adult at selected stores during non-peak periods. Skiers and riders even have a rock solid guarantee — if the equipment is not satisfactory, they are refunded for that day’s rental and can exchange their skis (snowboard) for another set-up.

Skiers can choose between three different types of equipment—the Sport Package for beginners through intermediates; the Performance Package for intermediate to advanced skiers; and Demos for the most recent and cuttingedge equipment available in the market from manufacturers such as Rossignol, Salomon, Atomic, Volant, K2, Volkl and Dynastar. Snowboarders can choose between top-end equipment from Burton, Salomon, Rossignol, and Palmer with either step-in or traditional strap bindings. Depending on location, Sport Packages start as low as $14/day up to $32/day while Performance Packages start at $20/day up to $36/day. Demo equipment rates begin at $28/day and range up to $45/day and a snowboard package begins at $23/day to $34/day.

Rentskis.com Gold

For the ultimate in convenience and extra services to make the rental experience convenient and comfortable, rentskis.com has introduced their Gold program. In addition to the easy booking and guaranteed equipment satisfaction, this program also assures skiers will get the specific demo equipment they request with their bindings already adjusted and “ready-to-go” upon arrival, free ski and boot storage, daily tuning of equipment, and fitting appointments. This service is tailored specifically for skiers and riders with exacting standards and tight schedules.

“We created rentskis.com so that visitors to the resorts could spend more of their actual vacation time on the mountains instead of standing in line,” said Chief Operating Officer Kat Jobanputra. “Because the simplicity and efficiency of the advanced reservations was so well received initially, it was a natural progression to improve on the service for guests who want ultra convenience and efficiency.”

RentSkis.com locations can be found in these Western resort towns

In Colorado: Aspen and Snowmass, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Crested Butte, Glenwood Springs, Keystone, Silverthorne, Steamboat, Telluride, Vail and Winter Park.

In Utah: The Canyons and Park City and Salt Lake City.

And in Lake Tahoe at Heavenly; in Idaho at Sun Valley; in Wyoming at Jackson Hole.

These Canadian resorts also have RentSkis.com locations: Banff and Whistler/Blackcomb.

You can find rentskis.com store locations as well in Denver, and Boulder and Colorado Springs, Colo.; and in the San Francisco Bay Area at Any Mountain Sports stores.

For more info, please call a toll free phone number 1-866-317-3508, or log on to www.rentskis.com/skiernews. You can also easily link to their site from the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

SUN VALLEY - MORE PROGRAMS & UPGRADES

SPRING PACKAGE SAVINGS TO MATCH GREAT SNOW

SUN VALLEY, ID - Sun Valley is having one of the greatest snow fall years in the past decade, and temperatures have remained winter-like through January. This is the resort’s 70th anniversary season and special March and April packages, offering enormous savings, make this Spring the time to visit Sun Valley.

SKI CLUB WEEKS ONE and TWO:

MARCH 4-11 and MARCH 11-18

As the weather warms up, so do the après ski parties. Live entertainment, a lively crowd and the sunshine for which the resort is named create the perfect mix. Ski clubs from around the U.S. converge to take advantage of either of the two seven night’s lodging and five-of-six-day lift ticket packages, starting at $694 for a one bed standard room, per person, double occupancy at the Sun Valley Inn. You can join them and get in on the fun.

SPRING SPECIAL and SUNSHINE SPECIAL:

MARCH 18-25 and MARCH 25-APRIL 1

Spring and sunshine have a lot in common and so do these two popular packages. They both offer welcome parties, ski race and awards party, seven night’s lodging and five-of-six-day lift ticket.

The Spring Special starts at $694 and the Sunshine Special starts at only $540.50.

For more info and reservations for these Special Week packages and the two March Ski Club packages, please call 1-800-786-8259 or visit www.sunvalley.com.

You can also log on to their site from an easily found link from www.skiernews.com.

For reservations and additional information about their affordably priced ski vacations, you can learn more by calling 1-800-786-8259 or visit Sun Valley's website.

SUN VALLEY PROVIDES NEW SKI BARN STEPS FROM LIFTS

SUN VALLEY, ID — New for Sun Valley’s 70th winter season will be The Ski Barn at River Run Plaza.

With this new addition to guest services, just steps from the lifts, Sun Valley Resort guests will enjoy free ski and pole storage. The drop-off and pick-up service will be available on an over-night basis or for the day.

Skiers and snowboarders who are not staying at the resort may also utilize The Ski Barn for a nominal fee.

Not only will the new facility house more than 1,500 pieces of equipment, the 800-square-foot building also will provide 200 spaces for boot drying.

River Run Plaza is located at the base of Bald Mountain and provides gracious amenities. From gourmet cuisine served at the River Run Lodge to top of the line ski wear, accessories, equipment, equipment rental and Locker Storage at Pete Lane’s Mountain Sports, everything is within steps at the very skier-snowboard friendly River Run Plaza.

Learn more about Sun Valley by logging on to their web site from an easily found link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com or visit Sun Valley's website.

SUN VALLEY INTRODUCES NEW MULTIPLE-DAY LIFT EXCHANGE

SUN VALLEY SUN VALLEY, ID — Sun Valley’s new Lift Exchange Program, introduced last season, is on its way to becoming one of the resort’s unique and distinctive traditions.

Because of the myriad wintertime activities and adventures tucked within the Sun Valley walking village, the resort has developed a unique program providing skiers and snowboarders many other options with the purchase of a multiple-day lift ticket.

Here is how it works. Since Sun Valley Resort owns and operates the entire ski area, Sun Valley hotels, accommodations and all the village amenities – goods and values can be exchanged.

This allows skiers and snowboarders purchasing multiple-day lift tickets the option of redeeming one day for many other activities – at no charge.

So, if you think you will need a ski break from the world-class mountains, then you can choose one of the following options already built into your multiple-day lift ticket:

• Massage at the Sun Valley Salon & Day Spa

• Sun Valley Nordic Package

• Snowshoe rental and lunch at historic Trail Creek Cabin

• Ice Skating Package and lunch at Gretchen’s Restaurant

• Sunday Brunch for two at the Sun Valley Lodge Dining Room

• Dinner at the Ram Restaurant and movie at the Opera House

• Dinner for two at Bald Mt. Pizza and movie for two

• Sleigh Ride and lunch at Trail Creek Cabin, and others.

For more information on this new program that optimizes your Sun Valley ski experience for the whole family, please call the Sun Valley Recreation Office, 208-622-2135.

Learn more about Sun Valley by logging on to their web site from an easily found link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com or visit Sun Valley's website.

TELLURIDE OFFERS MOUNTAIN MILES & GEAR for BEGINNERS

VAIL'S SPRING SAVINGS CONTINUE

VAIL, CO -- When it is your turn to choose the family vacation and you are looking for a great value and great terrain, Vail can be an easy choice. Here are some vacation values to heighten your interest.

March Mid-Week:

Get three skiing and three days lodging in a two-bedroom condo for $481 per person. Lift tickets are valid Monday- Thursday only, lodging arrivals begin Sunday or Monday nights with three-night minimum. It is based upon availability and quad occupancy. It must be pre-purchased seven days in advance and is valid 2/26/06 to 3/30/06. Additional restrictions may apply.

“Kids Fly, Stay & Ski Free” Package:

For families with children under 12, Vail Resorts and American Airlines are offering unbeatable savings on a winter mountain vacation at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone. Kids between the ages of 2 and 12 are eligible for a complimentary companion ticket on American Airlines when accompanied by a paying adult. Each child, with a paying adult, will receive a complimentary lift ticket for up to seven days and a free stay in the same hotel room or condominium, based on double occupancy.

The “Kids Fly, Stay & Ski Free” package is available from all cities served by American or American Eagle within the lower 48 states into the Vail/Eagle County Airport (EGE). Travel is valid between 1/2/06 to 2/16/06, with travel to the ski destination occurring on Sunday- Thursday and return travel on Monday-Friday. Other restrictions may apply.

For more info or reservations, visit www.snow.com or call 1-800-404-3535.

Loads of Snow, Loads of Savings:

As noted in the photo in the Vail Resorts’ ad on page two of the February-Spring 2006 issue of SKIER NEWS, Vail ski area, in Colo. is having the second snowiest year in their 43 year history. The other Colo. areas listed are doing well also. (Heavenly, in Lake Tahoe, is one of the leaders in that region for snowfall.) Here is more of the Stay Free - Ski Free package info.

VAIL from $652* per person

Ski 4 days, stay 4 nights and receive your 5th day of skiing and night of lodging free

It is valid from 2/21/06 to 3/3/06. It is based on quad occupancy in a two-bedroom condo. A similar package is available from 3/18/06 to 4/1/06 from $867* per person.

BEAVER CREEK from $551* per person

Ski 4 days, stay 4 nights and receive your 5th day of skiing and night of lodging free.

It is valid from 2/21/06 to 3/3/06. It is based on quad occupancy in a two-bedroom condo. A similar package is available from 3/18/06 to 4/1/06 from $1,052* per person.

BRECKENRIDGE from $355*per perso

Ski 3 days, stay 3 nights and receive your 4th day of skiing and night of lodging free

This package is valid 2/21/06 to 3/3/06. It is based on quad occupancy in a two-bedroom condo. A similar package offering 4 days of skiing and 4 nights of lodging with the 5th day and night free is available from 3/18/06 to 4/1/06 from just $552* per person.

KEYSTONE from $435* per person

Ski 3 days, stay 3 nights and receive your 4th day of skiing and night of lodging free.

It is valid weekdays only from 2/21/06 to 3/3/06. It is based on double occupancy. Asimilar package offering 4 days of skiing and 4 nights of lodging with the 5th day and night free available weekdays only from 3/18/06 to 4/1/06 from just $475* per person. The latter package is based on quad occupancy.

HEAVENLY from $379* per person

Ski 4 days, stay 4 nights and receive your 5th day of skiing and night of lodging free.

This package is valid weekdays only beginning 2/21/06 to 3/3/06 and again from 3/18/06 – 4/1/06. It is based on double occupancy.

* Other rates and room types are available. 4- or 5-night minimum stay required. Additional taxes and surcharges may apply. Other restrictions may apply.

Please call 1-888-222-9440 today for more information or visit snow.com.

You can also log on to the Vail Resort web site to obtain information on the five company resorts – Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Vail in Colo., and Heavenly in Lake Tahoe – via a link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com

LAKE TAHOE HAS STEEPS, BUMPS & CRUISERS

FOR ALL TYPES OF SKIERS

LAKE TAHOE, CA/NV — A perfect day on the mountain comes effortlessly with Ski Lake Tahoe’s vast array of terrain and amenities. With almost 19,000 acres to choose from among the seven resorts around Lake Tahoe, a trip to California’s ski nucleus offers something for everyone. A day exploring any of these outstanding resorts will leave guests satisfied and invigorated. Here are some insider tips from each resort on their favorite runs.

Alpine Meadows’ Keyhole, accessible via Summit Six Chair, is a “no-fall” zone, and as a bonus, it comes with an audience (all those riding the Summit Six and Alpine Bowl Chairs). Approximately 1,000 feet in length, this steep, rocky, exposed powder chute is an Alpine Meadows signature. For bumps, Waterfall offers both a steep pitch and big, thigh-burning moguls that challenge even the most advanced skiers. Hidden Knolls is a wonderland of rolling pitches amidst old-growth Western White and Lodgepole Pines. The forgiving space between the huge trees allows guests of high intermediate to advanced ability to pick and choose between endless pockets of deep powder hidden in the trees. Sherwood Run’s sun-kissed corduroy makes for a long, leisurely, intermediate run with a front-row view of Lake Tahoe. It is a wide, groomed snowfield.

Heavenly’s “Y,” located in Mott Canyon, features a narrow, steep bowl-shaped chute that is typically skier packed on the top leading into steep moguls on the bottom. Gunbarrel is a mogul skier’s dream, and Glen Plake’s favorite run, consisting of 1,700 vertical feet of steep skiing and riding jam-packed with Volkswagen-sized bumps. Perfect for intermediates, Stagecoach features well-spaced mature trees with a great pitch, steep enough to keep you moving on a powder day, but not intimidating. Heavenly’s Olympic Downhill run is a long, wide cruiser with lots of challenging natural terrain features. This is one long run; in fact, it is the resort’s longest, at 2.2 miles. And new for 2006, Heavenly has opened the trees, which hide some of the best skiing in North America. The sweet powder stashes that used to be exclusive local territory are now available to everyone.

Kirkwood serves up some of the most exposed and steepest in-bound terrain in North America. As far up the north facing side of the legendary Cirque that skiers are allowed to go, Hell’s Delight features sharp rock outcroppings and a super tight throat, which keep even the most technical skiers on their toes. A steep challenging run, Look Out Janet is known for big bumps and a great fall line. Located just on the skier’s left of the Cornice Express, you can check out your line on the way up and be checked out on the way down. Located on the far edge of Kirkwood’s boundary line on the backside, Fawn Ridge is a glade that offers well-spaced trees and a hidden stash of cold soft snow, often days after a storm. Buckboard is a north facing rolling intermediate cruiser that offers perfect fall lines top to bottom. It is wide open, always groomed and popular among carvers.

Mt. Rose – Ski Tahoe greets you as you approach with the ominous Chutes, which were opened in 2004-05. The Chutes provide some of the most accessible, extreme terrain in Lake Tahoe. Boasting almost 200 skiable acres and plunging over 1,500 vertical feet, these runs are primarily north-facing slopes comprised of approximately 16 named trails (nine double-black and seven black diamond) and easily navigated via eight entry gates from both six-pack summit lifts. For some of the longest drops, try out El Cap or Yellow Jacket with sustained vertical of 40 degrees or more for over 1000 feet! For a little less robust, yet a still adrenaline provoking ride, Mt. Rose grooms its’ face runs (Greg’s Gamble & Waterfall) providing the steep thrill without nearly the toll on the knees. To discover that hidden powder stash after all the smooth snow has been tracked out; hit the Pioneer Glade or the Olympic Trees in the Slide Bowl.

Northstar-at-Tahoe’s Lookout Mountain, which opened four years ago, features the resort’s steepest terrain. Check out Boca or Stampede for a steep, single fall line pitch where speed is a given, not an option. The Rapids off Northstar’s Backside lift offers over one mile of consistent moguls, long enough to test the legs of even the most well conditioned skiers. Tree skiing, especially on powder days, is a Northstar trademark. The resort’s entire Backside, as well as anywhere between Martis and Boca on the Lookout chair, is a playland of well-spaced, medium pitched tree runs. Running the length of the resort’s eastern boundary, Logger’s Loop is a wide, medium pitched cruiser that winds down the front of the mountain. Before you begin your descent, be sure to stop and admire the postcard-worthy views of Lake Tahoe.

At Sierra-at-Tahoe, check out the Castle run located off the top of Grandview Chair. On powder days, you have the option of great trees the entire way down, and when it’s groomed it will cure your need for speed. Under the West Bowl chair line, Clipper features rhythmic and consistent bumps the entire way down the 2,000-foot run. The choice for trees is Preacher’s Passion, known for widely spaced trees and stashes of powder fields. With no flats, this is also a great run for snowboarders. For powder stashes and the steepest terrain at Sierra, head to Sierra-at-Tahoe’s five back country access gates. Between the cliff bands and the Lake Tahoe views, this terrain is sure to take your breath away. For a trail that feels endless, follow Sugar n’ Spice to Upper Sleighride, then on to the intermediate Beaver Run in the West Bowl. Often you can ski down Beaver without seeing anyone.

Squaw Valley USA’s legendary KT-22 is a ski resort in itself. Descents from this chairlift are endless and include the secluded Chute 75 named for the 75mm cannon that was used for snow safety during the 1960 Winter Games. Also accessible from this popular chair is The Fingers. This cliff drop becomes a show of Squaw Valley personalities viewable from the chairlift. Also accessible is the actual Women’s Downhill from the Winter Games. This run offers some of the steepest, longest grooming around. For cruisable groomed runs, head to Shirley Lake where the Tree Runs 1-5 are consistently groomed to perfection. For beginners, we offer mountain top gentle slopes with slow moving chairs and attentive Lift Operators, on powder days, head to the runs off Red Dog Chair. This lift accesses hidden stashes of powder in the trees and it accesses long, groomed runs.

About Ski Lake Tahoe

This is a sampling of what the seven Ski Lake Tahoe resorts have to offer. With an average annual snowfall of well over 400 inches and a season that typically runs from November through May, there’s plenty of time to explore every mountain. Surrounding North America’s largest alpine lake, each Ski Lake Tahoe resort offers unparalleled scenic vistas of nearby forestry, panoramic mountains and lake views.

For the latest mountain news and conditions, visit the Ski Lake Tahoe Web site at www.skilaketahoe.com

For a Lake Tahoe Winter Vacation Guide, call 1-800-588-SNOW, ext. 1.

PANORAMA IS A COMPLETE RESORT

PANORAMA MOUNTAIN VILLAGE, BC, CANADA — Ever since Intrawest added two quads in the 2003-04 season, one high-speed and another that takes skiers to Panorama’s massive vertical, huge mountain terrain and epic views, the mountain became transformed into a major destination resort. Here is an overview of what to expect when skiing at Panorama in western Canada.

The skiing and riding: Panorama Mountain is about big vertical and big mountain terrain – over 4,000 vertical feet and over 2,800 snow-covered acres. Panorama’s newest expansion, Taynton Bowl, has made the resort into one of the largest ski resorts in Canada and the addition of those new quads gets skiers and riders into Taynton Bowl’s former heli-skiing terrain with ease and speed.

The Taynton experience is complemented by super-long cruising runs on the front side of the mountain that feature Panorama’s award-winning grooming. For freestyle enthusiasts, there is expert and intermediate terrain in addition to the mountain’s offerings of rails, tabletops, and a halfpipe.

The resort: Framed by the Canadian Rockies and the ancient Purcell Mountains, Panorama is an intimate mountain village. Ideally located between Fernie and Banff, Panorama provides the ultimate base for touring and experiencing some of the greatest skiing and powder snow in the Canadian Rockies.

After a day on the slopes, sink into the soothing waters of the giant, slopeside Panorama Springs Hot Pools. Soak, stargaze and recap the day’s events with friends and family. Then head into the pedestrian village to check out a variety of family activities, restaurants and après-ski options.

Ski and Snowboard School: The School of Skiing and Snowboarding (SOS) at Panorama Mountain Village offers excellent service and has been voted the best ski school in Canada two years in a row by Ski Canada Magazine. Sign up for a powder, bumps or a freestyle clinic to take advantage of Panorama’s best terrain.

The accommodation: The ski-in/ski-out accommodations at Panorama define mountain elegance. Lodging is separated into Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze levels to accommodate every budget. The Platinum, Gold and Silver suites feature full kitchens as well as fireplaces. All accommodations allow access to the famous Panorama Springs Hot Pools.

Activity Descriptions

Mountain Friends Guided Tours Fun and informative!

The local experts tell you how to get the most out of your visit to Panorama Mountain Village. It’s a great way to get the “insider’s edge” on where to find the best snow. Tours are complimentary and are easily found at the base area

Night Skiing and Showzone Terrain Park

Nighttime runs and the terrain park are available off the Toby Chair Thursday through Sunday evenings. A reduced “Night Only” ticket is available.

Snowshoeing

Rentals and guided programs are available for your tour through the beautiful backcountry surrounding Panorama Mountain Village

Snowmobile Programs with Toby Creek Adventures

Snowmobile from the bottom of Paradise Basin to the to the top at 8,000 feet. An abandoned silver mine and a wide-open bowl for powder riding make this trip an exhilarating, unforgettable experience.

Summit Hut Fondue

Meet at the mountaintop Summit Hut at the end of the day to enjoy a hot cheese fondue with wine, topped off by a delectable chocolate fondue for dessert. Afterward, ski down the mountain with a guide in peaceful mountain silence.

Torchlight parade and BBQ

Skiers meet at the Elkhorn Cabin prior to 4 p.m., have a delicious barbeque meal, enjoy the view in comfort, and then ski down the mountain with a guide. Perfect for private groups.

Trappers Cabin Horse-Drawn Journey

This is an authentic Rocky Mountain experience not to be missed! This two-hour program takes you along Toby Creek and returns to the stables overlooking Panorama Mountain Village. A roaring campfire, piping hot chili, marshmallow roasting, hot chocolate, beautiful views and entertainment await.

Après Ski and Restaurants

Take your pick from the variety of restaurants & après bars in the village, like the T-Bar & Grill for casual après and dinner; Jackpine Pub for delicious finger food; the celebrated Toby Creek Dining Room for upscale regional fare; Starbird Steakhouse; The Great Hall at Ski Tip Lodge; Lusti’s Cappuccino Bar; Heli-plex Casual Dining; or on mountain at the Summit Hut and Cappuccino Hut for lunch with a view. Excursions to nearby Invermere on the Lake provide additional options like Strand’s Old House, Black Forest Steak House, Lake Side Inn & Myrtle's’ on Main.

Family affairs

Panorama always goes the extra mile when it comes to activities f