Cheeseman E-News - Thursday 2nd September 2010
Snow Update
Spring is here and the snow continues! Over the past few days we have received 35cm's which is keeping the mountain looking crisp and the skiing and riding across the mountain has been awesome, especially on Cockayne with the opportunity of fresh tracks for some lucky people this week. Today we have woken up to another 15cm's of wind affected snow with periods of snow forecast to continue during the day.
With all the new snow this week its certainly looking as though September may be the month for good snow this year and this was a prediction the Moon Man made!
The days are really stretching out now and I noticed it was still light at 6:30pm last night. The lifts were running till just before 5pm yesterday so thats a big day on the slopes for those who start skiing when the slopes open at 9am! With only 4 weeks left until the end of the season nows your chance to come on up and enjoy the snow with us - don't forget our Spring deals (see below).
Fresh Lines on the 1st day of spring
On the Mountain
Another full week at Snowline Lodge this week with Open 3 Ski Week. This has been another week with a Nanny provided and we have had a great turn-out of youngsters again with Nanny Phoebe providing activities & entertainment during the afternoon and early evening whilst parents enjoy skiing or relax.
School holidays are just around the corner so be sure to secure a booking on one of these final 2 Ski weeks of the season.
Open 3 Ski week - Evening activities for the kids in the Daylodge
Cheeseman Club Champs 2010 - 4th & 5th September
Here's what you need to know about this coming weekend. Please note that Saturday is a practice day with a course set-up for practice runs and Sunday is Race day
Course briefing: 9:00am
Registration: From 9:00am in the Daylodge (no registration fee)
Race Start: 9:30am Downhill race followed by Slalom, GS & Dogtucker (N.B. format of later races may vary on the day.
Course Inspection: 30 minutes before each race as times allows - side slipping only
Racing: 2 runs/person/course as time and weather conditions allow
Best Time: The best run time (best of 2) will be chosen for each person on each course
Missed Gates: If a gate is missed, the run will be disqualified
Dogtucker: 50 year olds and over
Prizegiving: 3.30pm in the Day lodge (or as notified on race day)
Postponement Day: If races unable to be run on 4-5 September, we will go for Sun 12 Sept, the day following the Undie 500.
Please be sure to check the snow reports before leaving town - www.mtcheeseman.co.nz or CSA Snowphone 03 383-8888 Option 02
Spring Specials
Don't forget our spring deals on mid-week accommodation & skiing during from September - 30% off from the 5th - 25th September. We have spaces available on most ski weeks through September so contact the mountain now on 03 318-8794 or contact us to book in.With the snow conditions looking fantastic its a good opportunity to come on up and enjoy some of the best snow in the Craigieburns during the final few weeks of the 2010 season.
Weekend Weather
Snow continues today and into tomorrow with winds strong at times. Saturday is looking okay and hopefully the weather will hold out for the Club Champs on Sunday.
Friday - Occasional snow showers, clearing in the afternoon.
Saturday - Mainly fine but a few showers developing near the Alps in the evening.
Sunday - Rain becoming heavy near the Divide, with scattered falls developing further east.
Dates for your diary - Events coming up soon at Cheeseman
Sunday 5th September: Weekly race training
Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th September: Club Champs
Saturday 11th September: Undie 500
Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September: Gromfest Downhill dual Races
For further info on events please check the website: www.mtcheeseman.co.nz/latest_news/up_coming_events
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The Undie 500 is back again after a break for a few years. This is a great spring time fun event where less = more on the clothing front. There will be some challenges and obstacles for racers just to make it that little bit harder whilst wearing few clothes!
Gromfest - A fun racing series for Grommets. Further info at www.chillout.co.nz
If your planning a trip to Cheeseman for current snow and weather conditions check our website www.mtcheeseman.co.nz or call the CSA Snowphone on 383-8888 Option 2
See you on the mountain very soon to make the most of the awesome conditions.
Regards
Cam & The Cheeseman Crew
