Features

The Renowned American Birkebeiner

The American Birkebeiner (otherwise known as Birkie) is considered to be North America’s largest cross country ski race. At 51 kilometers, it is also one of the longest races, with participants skiing from Cable to Hayward in Wisconsin. As in previous years, approximately 8,000 skiers from at least 19 countries are expected to participating in the Birkie, as well as related snow skiing races on the program of the 35th annual American Birkebeiner to take place from 21 to 23 February 2008.

Timberline Ski Area – An Adventure for Everyone

The Timberline Ski Area, or Mt. Hood Meadows as it is affectionately called by skiers, was opened approximately twenty years ago. Skiing in those years was limited, as skiers could only make use of half the mountain, skiing was reliant on snowfall and the only way up the mountain was on the snow grooming machine. During the 1980’s, a group of investors made a few vital improvements to the Timberline Ski Area, constructing a ski lift and much need snowmaking equipment. The resort has always been popular for skiing holidays and family excursions because of its breathtaking natural surroundings, activities, long skiing season and quaint, comfortable accommodation.

Nippon Open 2008, Japan

The 2008 Nippon Open is set to take place from 26 February through to 2 March at Fukushima, ALTS Bandai in Japan. During the Nippon Open’s 14-year history, it has become Japan’s largest snowboarding event and has become established as a key event on the world’s snowboarding calendar. More than 200 amateur and professional snowboard riders from around the world will do battle to become the 2008 Nippon Open champion.

12th Annual Bear Valley Telemark Festival

The 12th Annual Bear Valley Telemark Festival is set to take place from 8 to 10 February 2008 in the small alpine ski town of Bear Valley in the Central Sierra Nevada, California. Skiers with all levels of ability are invited to join this popular three-day snow skiing event which has its focus on fun! The program includes technical clinics, demonstrations, backcountry snow skiing, banquets and live music.

Royal Gorge – A Great Ski Resort for the Family

Ideally situated in Soda Springs, California, a short driving distance from renowned Lake Tahoe and the city of Reno, Royal Gorge Cross Country Ski Resort is considered to be North America’s largest cross country snow skiing resort. Royal Gorge has been ranked as the number one ski resort by ‘Snow Country Magazine’.

U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Championships

The 17th annual U.S. Extreme Freeskiing Championships is set to take place from 19 to 23 February 2008 at Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Colorado. Crested Butte Mountain Resort was the first in the U.S. to host an extreme snow skiing contest, and seventeen years later the competition has become an established and popular event in the U.S. snow skiing calendar.

Doug Meyers Memorial Cup Race

The Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Ski Area is located in the picturesque Banff National Park and is surrounded by magnificent mountains and natural splendor. It is known in the skiing community as a skiing and holiday destination that has superb terrain and activities for the entire family to enjoy. It is also blessed with approximately 4 200 acres of ski terrain with varied routes and trails that will suit skiers of all experience levels. From beginners to experts, all will have fun on the slopes. And it is probably these beautiful features that made Doug Meyers fall in love with Lake Louise.

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