E-News 4th August 2011

Another week has flown by and what a stunning week its been weather wise - sunny clear Bluebird days and awesome snow conditions.

Last Saturday we experienced some issues with the Main Tow and our main power supply but these were quickly rectified and we thank everyone for the patience and understanding whilst these repairs were being carried out.

SNOWRIDE were on the mountain last Saturday with a large line-up of demo skis for visitors to try out so we hope you made the most of this and tried out some new model skis?

Sunday saw large numbers of Daytrippers on the mountain with more stunning weather and snow conditions - we even had large lift lines at several points during the day but the lines moved steadily and visitors enjoyed run after run in the springlike weather conditions.

Coming up this Sunday we have the All Schools race practice Day which provides an opportunity for students who are intending to race in either of the upcoming Secondary Schools Race or the Primary & Intermediate Schools Champs. Race Courses will be available for use through-out the day so come on up and get in some final practice as coming up on Tuesday is the Secondary School Race Champs.

Fine Wine Week

Whow what a great run of weather this Ski Week has experienced and the comments like "This has been some of the best snow i have skied on" means that Fine Wine Week has again be a huge success. Guests have enjoyed a slower pace on Fine Wine Week with breakfast time arranged a little later than most ski weeks to kick off the day. The numbers have grown during the week to almost a full lodge a the tale end of the week so next year this week is sure to be full!

The week has been full of activities with Whiskey tasting first on the Agenda on Monday night followed by an ice skating session at Forest Lodge on Tuesday night along with other nightly apre-ski activities. 
Below are some photos of this weeks Ski week activities

     
                                                   
                                   On The Slopes - Fine Wine Week                                                                               Apre-Ski at the A Frame

    

Snow / Weather Update

A mixed bag of weather coming up with the chance of Northwesterly Snow on Sunday - could be some freshies to be had!

Friday -
Early cloud and drizzle clearing, then mostly fine.
Wind at 1000 metres: Northwest developing in the afternoon, gusting 45 km/h in exposed places.
Wind at 2000 metres: Tending southwest 55 km/h.
Free air freezing Level: Gradually rising to 2000 metres.

Saturday -
Rain setting in about the Alps in the morning, with some heavy falls developing. Fine in the east with high cloud.
Wind at 1000 metres: Northwesterly, gusts rising to 100 km/h in exposed places.
Wind at 2000 metres: West or northwest rising to severe gale 100 km/h.
Free air freezing Level: 2000 metres.

Sunday -
Rain, falling as snow above 700 metres, clearing. However, snow showers lingering about the Main Divide. Northwesterlies at low levels, southwesterlies developing about the tops, severe gale at first. 

Don't forget to check out the website Snow report before you head for the mountains or call the CSA Snowphone on 383-8888 extn 2 for up to date snow, weather  and road conditions. Please also remember to carry chains for you vehicles at all times when you head to the mountains. 

Events Calendar

Coming up on Sunday is the All Schools Race Practice event & on Tuesday is the Secondary School Race Champs - see the below link foe further info


7th August - All Schools Race Practice

9th August - Secondary Schools Race Champs

13th & 14th August - Cheeseman Club Champs

21st August - Primary & Secondary School Champs. Click Here for info sheet and Entry Forms (N.B. Entries Close 12th Aug)
 
10th September - Undie 500

24th December - Dynastar / CHILL Gromfest

24th December (pm) - Spring Party at Snowline Lodge

For our full events Calendar Click Here

Volunteers Needed

If you can help with any of the following events please contact Roz Service on rozmorris1@hotmail.com

Skier/Boarder Cross - Sat July30th
Schools Practice Race Day - Sun Aug 7th
Secondary Schools Races - Tues Aug 9th (Postponement days - Thurs 11th, 16th or 18th)
Undie 500 - Sat Sept 10th

Join us in making these events a success. 
        

Bye for now and take care

Regards
The Cheeseman Team