Ski Swap

Wow it's November already? It's good when the pre-season goes by fast don't you think? Flipping our calendars over to November just kicked up our blood pressure up a notch. So much to do, so little time!

This week we're preparing for the big Ski Swap this Saturday at Two Rivers Convention Center. Grab some coffee and be there when doors open at 7am for the best deals. By the way I like small skinny mochas...

The Powderhorn booth will be easy to spot. Come get your season pass photo taken, buy your Plus Card, or pick up your pass. Passes that aren't picked up at the swap will then be mailed in the 2 weeks following. If you have questions, please stop by and ask away! We'll have all the information on our upcoming events, ski school programs, and deals. And, of course, new stickers!

Don't forget to grab your Warren Miller show ticket at the swap. The show is the same day, 8pm at the Avalon Theatre.

Morning Elk

A herd of elk were hanging out in the snow this morning just below the mountain. Sorry for the quality of the pictures, they were taken from the car as we passed.

I'm sure there's a hunter or two drooling over that guy in the middle.

p.s. Yep, it's still snowing! Just eyeballing it, but we've picked up another 4" at least down here at the base area. If you're on Twitter, follow us for updates throughout the day! www.twitter.com/SkiPowderhorn

What's All This?

In a matter of 24 hours we went from mild temperatures and a dry mountain to looking like December or January...definitely not October. This storm has really delivered! We're up to 12" and it's still snowing.

Just for fun, the first snow in-

2007

October 30: 6"

2008

November 6: 4"

2009

October 28: 12+"

UPDATE: Snow stake reading 11am- 21"

WOW!!!!!!!

First Snow!

It's official: today is the first snow day for the 2009-10 season! It just started this morning and could continue through Thursday. Looking at the forecast, we could see all the way up to 17" from this storm! That's an incredibly good start.

Webcam
NOAA Forecast

We're extremely impressed with your snow dancing abilities!

Gear Up

Frost on the windshield this morning made me think it may be time to dig up my jacket for the season. When looking through the closet for the jacket, I found my horribly tattered gloves. Better get some new ones this year. And, when you give a mouse a cookie, why not pants...helmet...goggles...skis?

If you've discovered some gear in your closet that needs replacing for the season, here are some great ways to find a deal.

Tramdock posts different deals throughout the day on hardgoods and outerwear
Steep and Cheap is the same thing but focuses on outerwear
Backcountry.com has everything and is currently running a sale with up to 40% off

The Ski Swap is coming up on November 7th from 7am-4pm. You can find deals on equipment and outerwear but come early for the best selection.

New this year, our very own Alpine Trader is carrying O'Neill and Cloudveil outerwear. They have some really great stuff. The Trader also carries local favorite Loki, Smith Optics, Dakine, Spy, and Swaney. The Alpine Trader will be open every day this season from 8:30am-4:30pm.

Answer Guys

We are the answer guys! If you haven't already, check out the conversation taking place on the previous post regarding terrain parks. Join the convo and get your 2 cents in! As always, if you have any questions please let us know. You can post it in a comment or email ski@powderhorn.com. Often whatever you're wondering about, someone else is too.

Terrain Park News

We got an excellent question on the last post. Will there be anything new in the terrain park this year?

Thanks for asking. We're actually making plans to change things up this year. The park will be moving, actually the plan is to have pockets of features spread throughout the mountain. So you can take laps with lots of variety. You'll see the classic stuff with some new creativity and roller sections. The new park manager (to be announced soon) will be designing the park layout. Plus you'll see it change up more often through the season.

The kid's park on EZ is going to see strong improvement too and a competition just for the little guys. Another Magic Forest course is being cut soon too for the ski school groups to enjoy.