• RT @skitimes: Bring a copy of the Times to Bar Robinson in Morzine this Weds from 4-5pm. We have freebies for you http://bit.ly/aWgDaX #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 11 of 11; Trails Open: 114 of 116; Groomed Trails: 35 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 108 (40.7 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 13; Surface Conditions: Packed Powder/Powder – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• RT @SkiMarble Observe and Obey All Posted Signs and Warnings | SkiMarble Blog http://bit.ly/9YXCmn #

Snow fall reported in the US in the last 24 hours (snow map).

Resorts that have received 10 inches of snow

Wintergreen Resort (VA)

Resorts that have received 8.5 inches of snow

Massanutten (VA)

Resorts that have received 8 inches of snow

Appalachian Ski Mountain (NC)

Resorts that have received 7 inches of snow

Snowshoe Mountain Resort (WV)
Snowshoe Mountain XC (WV)

Resorts that have received 6 inches of snow

Brighton (UT)

Resorts that have received 5.8 inches of snow

Timberline XC (WV)
White Grass XC (WV)

Resorts that have received 5.5 inches of snow

Massanutten (VA)

Resorts that have received 5 inches of snow

Blackwater Falls XC (WV)

Resorts that have received 4.8 inches of snow

Bryce Resort (VA)

Resorts that have received 4 inches of snow

Canaan Valley XC (WV)

Resorts that have received 3.5 inches of snow

Crystal Mountain XC (WA)
Crystal Mountain (WA)
White Pass (WA)

Resorts that have received 3.4 inches of snow

Savage River Lodge XC (MD)

Resorts that have received 3 inches of snow

Sundance (UT)

Resorts that have received 2.7 inches of snow

Whitetail (PA)

Resorts that have received 2.5 inches of snow

Ski Liberty (PA)

Resorts that have received 2 inches of snow

Bear Creek (PA)

Resorts that have received 1.5 inches of snow

Galena Lodge XC (ID)
Soldier Mountain (ID)
Sun Valley XC (ID)
North Valley XC (ID)
Sun Valley (ID)
Bald Mountain (ID)

Resorts that have received 1 inch of snow

Tahoe Donner XC (CA)
Tahoe Donner Ski Bowl (CA)
Beech Mountain (NC)

Resorts that have received 0.5 inch of snow

Elkhorn Hot Springs (MT)

Resorts that have received 0.4 inches of snow

Crystal Ridge (WI)
The Homestead XC (VA)
Crystal Mountain (MI)

Resorts that have received 0.2 inches of snow

Ishpeming Al Quaal XC (MI)
Willamette Pass (OR)
Willamette Pass XC (OR)

Good piece on skiing safely and obeying the markers on the slopes…

CAUTION ≠ CLOSE YER EYES & GO FAST: “Last Saturday morning, a real nice gentleman swerved off the groomed portion of Upper Skid Road into some deeper untracked snow to avoid some kids.  He was in an area where warm groundwater creates some holes in the snow, and he took a little tumble.   He wasn’t hurt much and was real nice about it, and that was that…” (Via Blog Crystal.)

Some great ski shots and report on conditions over at Wildcat in New Hampshire:

(Via Wildcat Mountain.)

I don’t know why, but I really enjoy looking at photos from ski areas, so if you have any you want to share, send them along. This series is from Brimacombe:

Brisk at the Brim!: “It was brisk on the slopes of Brimacombe today but the sun shone brightly from above making for some ideal ski and snowboarding weather!


THIS day, was JAY GALL APPROVED!


Lesson time.


Ben’s and Bowl couldn’t get much finer.


The Challenger run was no challenge for this young lad.


A peak at our West Chalet from the top of Flyer…


…have a rest in front of the warm fire on a ‘brisk’ day.


Snow….we made PILES this past week.


Chris H. enjoying the day coaching.


Trend setter Adam M…everything old is new again.


‘Quicks Draw McCraw’ ripping up the race course.


Riding the Bowl Chair


As has become tradition…my annual snap shot of these ‘good looking’ gents Al and Jerry riding the Bowl chair.


The BBQ was serving up some quality eats….served by Debbie and Josh (I had the ‘Brim Burger’)


Our ONSITE DEMO tent ready and waiting to help you find the perfect pair of skis! Don’t forget all Skis, Boards, Boots, Poles and Outerwear are now on sale for 30% off msl!


Chris setting up a set of bindings.


Even if you didn’t have skis or a snowboard on your feet, it was a nice day to just kick back on the deck.


Tomorrow’s forecast looks like a little warmer version of today, load up your gear and head out to the Brim to play!

Another day in paradise on the Brim!
Cheers,
Mark”

(Via At the Brim.)

Winter Jam – Saturday Feb. 6th: “Winter Jam, Swiss Valley’s night time big air contest, will be held on Saturday, February 6th at 6:00PM.  This event takes place in the Main Terrain Park under lights with music on the hill, sick tricks and a huge cash pay out to the best skier & best snowboarder.  Other cash prizes awarded plus a swag raffle too.  [...]“

(Via Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area.)

• RT @SkiMarble Observe and Obey All Posted Signs and Warnings | SkiMarble Blog http://bit.ly/9YXCmn #
• RT @SkiFlagstaff: SNOWBOWL parking is CLOSED. Snowbowl Road is closed; to SKI TODAY #Flagstaff you will have to walk up http://bit.ly/akixxc #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 11 of 11; Trails Open: 114 of 116; Groomed Trails: 37 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Big Bear Mountain: Excellent midwinter conditions – all roads are open, no chain requirements – http://bit.ly/2SRipt #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 107 (40.4 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 13; Surface Conditions: Packed Powder/Powder – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• RT @skitimes: Powder day in the Alps. Have fun everyone #
• RT @sunvalleyresort Fresh snow, big sun and plenty to do around town! http://bit.ly/do4aQR #
• Wild Mountain: 2010-2011 (not a typo) Season Passes now on sale! – http://bit.ly/1imqaI #ski #
• Steamboat Springs: Record Snowfall and Games-Ready at Whistler Blackcomb – http://bit.ly/99evs #ski #
• Ski Liberty: Operation Thank You – Wed, Feb 3 Active Military, EMS, Firefighters, Law Enforcement ski for free – http://bit.ly/PLYbs #ski #
• Latest news for skiing at Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland, this weekend (Sat 30 Jan, 2010 – Sun 31 Jan, 2010) – http://bit.ly/bfEZNa #
• Record Snowfall And Technical Approval, Whistler Blackcomb And VANOC Are Games-Ready - http://bit.ly/97vuFG #
• Time (UK) Travel Blog: "The gear we'll be wearing next winter" – http://bit.ly/9gMDqy #
• Ski Plattekill: KIDS RACE CAMP Sunday 31 January, 2010 -10am-12noon. Spaces still available. – http://bit.ly/IUfPE #ski #
• Spirit Mountain: Jan. 30-31 USSA Atmore Memorial FIS Ski Race; Jan. 31 Spirit Nordic Ski Race and Tour – http://bit.ly/hVuYN #ski #
• RT @skitimes: How to take the perfect ski holiday snaps http://bit.ly/cPu8rb – answer: have a professional photographer with you! #
• Winterplace: Awesome Conditions and with more snow in the forecast – http://bit.ly/Cgqgc #ski #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 10 of 11; Trails Open: 114 of 116; Groomed Trails: 35 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Big Bear Mountain: Snow Summit Night Session Fri Jan 29, 2010 and Sat 30 Jan, 2010 from 3:00pm to 9:30pm – http://bit.ly/2SRipt #ski #
• RT @GuardianTravel: Whistler Blackcomb up for auction http://bit.ly/bQoKBF #
• Crystal Mountain: White Rabbit Snowshoe Race – 5 and 10km course – all ages and categories – Sat 30 Jan, 2010 – http://bit.ly/2d7H8s #ski #
• Okemo: Trails open: 101; Lifts open: 14l; Superpipe: Open; Parks: 5 – http://bit.ly/RRyT7 #ski #
• Stratton Mountain: Open Terrain – 86 trails – 468 acres- 35 miles – 10 lifts – http://bit.ly/nlCCU #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 107 (40.4 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 10; Surface Conditions: Packed Powder/Wind Blown – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• Swain Ski Center: Great lift ticket deal available this weekend, check it out – http://bit.ly/2SG9EY #ski #
• Ski Wentworth: January 29-31 – Atlantic CADS Festival; January 29-30 – Get Up There Event – http://bit.ly/5wILPY #ski #
• Mt. Rose Ski Area (Lake Tahoe area): Ski, Play and Stay deals at the Silver Legacy now available – http://bit.ly/ERuKK #ski #
• Spirit Mountain: Spirit Mountain Duluth Hot Lodging Deals Available – http://bit.ly/XhMYe #ski #
• Peek'n Peak: Awesome conditions this weekend – 12 inches of fresh snow in the past week! – http://bit.ly/ku6IK #ski #
• Loon Mountain: Women's Droppin' In Snowboard Clinic March 6-7 – http://bit.ly/CdkrF #ski #
• Bretton Woods: Stay and Ski Free from deals available at the Omni Mount Washington Resort – http://bit.ly/oosag #ski #
• Stratton Mountain: Romp to Stomp out breast cancer – Saturday 30 January, 2010 – http://bit.ly/9XdqK #ski #
• Crabbe Mountain Winter Park: Mt. Everest Ski and Snowboard Challenge is back! Sunday, January 31st – http://bit.ly/5ytOtK #ski #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 9 of 11; Trails Open: 112 of 116; Groomed Trails: 34 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 100 (38.1 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 11; Surface Conditions: Packed Powder/Powder – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• Les Ménuires: Les Menuires, last few days for the special holiday offers – check their website – http://bit.ly/cmU7sE #ski #
• Sunshine Village: Feb. 6 Sunshine 5000 Ski Mountaineering Competition; Feb. 6 – 7 Sunshine Ski Club Race – http://bit.ly/4Fhuem #ski #
• Mammoth Mountain: Your Best Bet for the Super Bowl – third free night at slopeside lodging – http://bit.ly/3X3f6D #ski #
• Loon Mountain: Winter (Snowmaking) is Back at Loon after a January thaw – http://bit.ly/CdkrF #ski #
• Bridger Bowl: New Lift for 2010-2011 ski season – http://bit.ly/4dIkl7 #ski #
• Hidden Valley Ski Area: Mini Rail Jam Ages 7-12 – Sunday, January 31st from Noon to 1PM, 10-11:30 am – http://bit.ly/275K8 #ski #
• Stowe: Woodchuck Tuesday – Feb 2, 2010 – cheap ski ticket deal – http://bit.ly/s4GBx #ski #
• Jiminy Peak: Mountain Coaster will be open Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 1 pm – 7 pm – http://bit.ly/21DvIE #ski #
• Peek'n Peak: 12 inches of new snowfall are in the forecast for this week! – http://bit.ly/gajcm #ski #
• Mont Orford: Heavy rain on Monday, plan to fire up snow cannons as soon as temp drops – http://bit.ly/5BhDgp #ski #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 9 of 11; Trails Open: 103 of 116; Groomed Trails: 32 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Big Bear Mountain: 3 inches of Fresh Snow and All Roads Are Open – http://bit.ly/1645Bu #ski #
• Grand Targhee: Jan. 27th Grand Targhee Powder Alert, 6 inches of new snow in 24 hours – http://bit.ly/QrVG6 #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 70 (27.3 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 11; Surface Conditions: Powder/Variable Conditions – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• Loon Mountain: CASA Returns to Snow Golf at Loon February 5, 2010 – http://bit.ly/CdkrF #ski #
• Blackjack: Powder alert, powder lodging specials at Indianhead! – http://bit.ly/c3dCJ #ski #
• Shanty Creek/Schuss Mtn: Powder Alert! Ride the Freshies at Shanty Creek! – http://bit.ly/32PCd8 #ski #
• Big Bear Mountain: Roads are Open so come on up for wonderful skiing and snowboarding conditions! – http://bit.ly/1645Bu #ski #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 9 of 11; Trails Open: 101 of 116; Groomed Trails: 32 of 48 – http://bit.ly/Zv6eM #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 68 (27.4 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 11; Surface Conditions: Frozen Granular/Machine Groomed – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• RT @KAYAK: $79+ Ski Vermont – stay and play with spa, dining credits at deluxe resort http://bit.ly/6aatRw #travel #deals #
• Sugar Bowl: Celebrating 70 Years at Sugar Bowl This Weekend – http://bit.ly/VD101 #ski #
• Peek'n Peak: Learn to ski or ride this weekend for only $40! – http://bit.ly/ku6IK #ski #
• RT @KingPineSkiArea: Final week to purchase a "Learn to Ski or Ride" lesson – get free lift ticket and rentals voucher – http://www.1800freeski.com #
• Big Bear Mountain: Bear Mountain will be CLOSED today Jan. 25; Snow Summit will be OPEN – http://bit.ly/2SRipt #ski #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 9 of 11; Trails Open: 101 of 116; Groomed Trails: 32 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Crystal Mountain: Powder Alert Jan 25: 12 inches of new snow! – http://bit.ly/OnXbZ #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 107 (40.4 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 11; Surface Conditions: Loose Granular/Machine Groomed – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• American Airline – do they know the meaning of customer service? http://bit.ly/6c2fDL #
• Just flying out of Boston after 3 great days skiing at Okemo. Just bought a cold stir fry from UFoodGrill. #
• What do you get if American Airlines loses your ski bag on your ski holiday? Answer: An attempt to surcharge for checking your new ski gear! #
• Big Bear Mountain: It is like heaven on earth! 5 feet of fresh powder in the last week – http://bit.ly/1645Bu #ski #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 11 of 11; Trails Open: 100 of 116; Groomed Trails: 27 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Grand Targhee: Grand Targhee Powder Alert – 33 inches of fresh snow in the last 24 hours – http://bit.ly/QrVG6 #ski #
• Bridger Bowl: Powder Alert – Sunday, Jan. 24 – 7 inches fresh snow in the last 24 hours – http://bit.ly/4dIkl7 #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 107 (40.4 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 13; Surface Conditions: Packed Powder/Loose/Frozen Granular – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #

• RT @SkiFlagstaff: SNOWBOWL parking is CLOSED. Snowbowl Road is closed; to SKI TODAY #Flagstaff you will have to walk up http://bit.ly/akixxc #
• Jackson Hole: Lifts Open: 11 of 11; Trails Open: 114 of 116; Groomed Trails: 37 of 48 – http://bit.ly/1JKpDo #ski #
• Big Bear Mountain: Excellent midwinter conditions – all roads are open, no chain requirements – http://bit.ly/2SRipt #ski #
• Stowe: Trails Open: 107 (40.4 Miles); Lifts Scheduled: 13; Surface Conditions: Packed Powder/Powder – http://bit.ly/6VwBl #ski #
• RT @skitimes: Powder day in the Alps. Have fun everyone #
• RT @sunvalleyresort Fresh snow, big sun and plenty to do around town! http://bit.ly/do4aQR #
• Wild Mountain: 2010-2011 (not a typo) Season Passes now on sale! – http://bit.ly/1imqaI #ski #
• Steamboat Springs: Record Snowfall and Games-Ready at Whistler Blackcomb – http://bit.ly/99evs #ski #
• Ski Liberty: Operation Thank You – Wed, Feb 3 Active Military, EMS, Firefighters, Law Enforcement ski for free – http://bit.ly/PLYbs #ski #

Snow fall reported in the US in the last 24 hours (snow map).

Resorts that have received 7 inches of snow

Beech Mountain (NC)

Resorts that have received 6 inches of snow

Wintergreen Resort (VA)

Resorts that have received 5.8 inches of snow

Sapphire Valley (NC)

Resorts that have received 4 inches of snow

Ski Apache (NM)

Resorts that have received 3.5 inches of snow

The Homestead XC (VA)
Massanutten (VA)

Resorts that have received 3 inches of snow

Big Rock (ME)
Porcupine Mountains (MI)
Big Rock XC (ME)

Resorts that have received 2 inches of snow

Crystal Mountain (WA)
White Pass (WA)
Crystal Mountain XC (WA)

Resorts that have received 1.9 inches of snow

Eaglecrest (AK)

Resorts that have received 1.5 inches of snow

Canaan Valley XC (WV)
Smugglers Notch XC (VT)
Bryce Resort (VA)
Stowe XC (VT)

Resorts that have received 1 inch of snow

Cooper Spur XC (OR)
Snowshoe Mountain XC (WV)
Tamarack Lodge Resort XC (CA)
Rock Creek Lodge XC (CA)
Mammoth Mountain (CA)
June Mountain (CA)
Cooper Spur (OR)
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl (OR)
Summit Ski Area (OR)
Timberline Ski Area (OR)
Snowshoe Mountain Resort (WV)

Resorts that have received 0.7 inch of snow

Drummond Island XC (MI)

Resorts that have received 0.6 inch of snow

White Grass XC (WV)
Timberline XC (WV)
Peek’n Peak XC (NY)

Resorts that have received 0.2 inches of snow

Hunter Mountain (NY)
Ski Plattekill (NY)
Ski Plattekill Mtn XC (NY)
Willamette Pass (OR)
Willamette Pass XC (OR)

Resorts that have received 0.1 inches of snow

Crystal Mountain (MI)

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p>New for 2010 The Valley View Quad:

Phase one – summer 2009/10

• Valley View Quad chairlift installation
  -  Former Captains fixed grip quad chairlift being relocated to open up more terrain, extending below the Whitestar Express down to Speed Straight
• FIS homologated downhill course
• A 40 metre tunnel will feature on the Comeback trail
• An additional carpark at the base of the lift for easy access to the Valley View Quad

(Via Cardrona Alpine Resort – Cardies Blog.)