Friday, March 9, 2012

Groomers

Tonight and tomorrow are all about the groomers. We've just been through yet another thaw freeze cycle which is getting pretty routine (old) for this winter. However, this is when our groomers really shine. They'll get out there tonight and work on putting two thirds of the trails back into shape for the weekend. Also, some of the ungroomed terrain softened up fairly well today and should be open tomorrow, though it may be firmer than what we're able to groom. Don't forget to stop upstairs in Fireside Flatbread for some free samples on Saturday from Vermont Specialty Food Day.

Looking further ahead, Sunday should be a spectacular day of spring skiing as temps will climb into the 40s and the snow should soften nicely. Enjoy.

Friday, March 2, 2012

Fireworks

We've got a few noteworthy items for this weekend.


First, we've received over 3 feet of snow since last Friday. This has made for some amazing conditions over the past week and it sets up up for a nice weekend. Fair warning, Saturday is looking a little gusty so some lifts may go on wind hold. But, Sunday is looking less windy, so that may be the pick of the weekend.


Second, we have a fireworks show scheduled for 8:30pm on Saturday. This will be a celebration of the conclusion of the Hope On The Slopes event on Saturday. 


Third and final note for today, 2012-13 Bolton Valley All Access Season Passes are now on sale at the lowest prices that will be offered. Those are the same low prices we offered last spring, but they are only good through April, 3, 2012. Buy your season pass now for next year and ski and ride the remainder of this season for free. 


Enjoy the weekend and hope for calm winds. 

Friday, February 24, 2012

Snow

The word around Bolton Valley this morning is "snow". Snow started here at about 10:30am. It is forecast to snow until sometime on Saturday afternoon. We could pick up about a foot (or more) of new snow in the next 24 hours. You can check the webcam to watch it snow.  (Do you see how we're working in the word snow into every sentence?). With snow on the way, and at least 65 of 70 trails open for the weekend, we're set up for some of the best conditions of the season. Bottom line: Snow is good and snow is on the way this weekend. Enjoy the snow.

Friday, February 17, 2012

68 of 70 Trails. Nearly 100% Open


We picked up 2-3 inches of snow overnight at Bolton Valley. The snow line seemed to be at about 2000’ as I did not see any fresh snow on the access road until just above Timberline. We’re entering Presidents’ Weekend with 68 of 70 trails open on powder and  packed powder surfaces across the mountain.

The photo to the right was taken this morning. Here are a few links to photos that show what conditions are currently like from this morning and this past week. The video below was shot on Thursday.

Join us on Sunday night February 19th for a bonus night of night skiing. Lift tickets will be just $19  starting at 4pm on Sunday. 




Friday, February 10, 2012

$35 Lift Tickets and Timberline

We've got a lot going on here today. It's ridiculously nice out with bluebird skies and temps in the 30s. Also, today is the season debut of Timberline. If you see a snowmaker, now would be a good time to give him a hug and a hearty "Thank you!" for their hard work. Without our snowmakeers we would not be skiing at Timberline this weekend.

We also just announced our latest lift ticket deal which were calling a "Lift Up Sale". It works pretty much like the Pop-Up sales we did back in January but the offsite sales locations locations are different and we'll be donating $3 from every $35 lift ticket that we sell to the Vermont Foodbank. Their buying power is incredible, they can turn $1 into six meals, no matter how many coupons I clip I have not been able to come close to that. Basically, every lift ticket we sell at this sale will buy 18 meals for someone in need. So, you'll be "lifting up" 18 people with every lift ticket you buy.

Friday, February 3, 2012

24 Hour Sale for $29 Lift Tickets

On Wednesday evening we announced our latest ticket promotion, the 24 Hour Sale. This sale is an opportunity to lock in a day of skiing or riding at Bolton for just $29, including weekends and holidays. You just choose the day you would like to ski, pay $29 for your lift ticket and you're set to go. We'll be posting a link on boltonvalley.com/24hoursale at 5pm on Monday February 6th. The link will only be active for 24 hours. Also, there are only 25 tickets available per day so log on early if you want to get a specific day.