* * * Ski Resorts and Ski Areas in North Carolina * * *: October 2011

Monday, October 31, 2011

Last Day for Alpine Ski Center Sale

October 31 - Last Day for Alpine Ski CenterFOUR DAY SALE. Get geared up and ready for winter. during special hours 9 AM to 7 PM and save big on Gal's Winter Fashions, Youth Winter Fashion, Guy's Winter Fashions, Goggles, Helmets, Luggage and more. PLUS snowboards, boots, bindings and all ski equipment are kick-off special prices. Get a link HERE

Friday, October 28, 2011

Get Ski and snowbaord gear now and save

Shop SnowShack now and save up to 50% on select ski and snowboard bags, helmets, outerware, backpacks and more.

Snowshack: Ski and Snowboard Accessories

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Beech mountain makes improvements for 2011-12 Season

Ten SMI Automated Polecats were added to the automated system, bringing the total number to 18. The automated system is now located on every slope to give Beech Mountain Resort the largest snowmaking capacity in the resort's history.

Additional Beech Mountain improvements include:
- A new beginner slope called The "School Yard"

- A new freestyle ski and snowboard shop named "Roots Rideshop"

- Beech Mountain Coffee and Gift Shop in the Beech Tree Village and offering souvenirs, drinks and snacks

- A new building for shuttle pick up and drop off, sheltering riders from the cold

- New Snowboard Rentals

Get a link for Beech Mountain Ski Resort and other NC ski resorts and areas HERE

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Season History at Sugar Mountain

NC Ski season always begins sometime in November...but we never know exactly when or which ski resort or area will open first. Below is a history of Sugar Mountain ski seasons for the the past 10 years. Can you guess when Sugar will open this year?

2010-2011:
Opening: Nov 6, 2010 • Closing: March 23, 2011
Skier Days: 126 • Total Snowfall: 130"

2009-2010:
Opening: Nov 27, 2009 • Closing: March 28, 2010
Skier Days: 122 • Total Snowfall: 136"

2008-2009:
Opening: Nov 17, 2008 • Closing: March 24, 2009
Skier Days: 128 • Total Snowfall: 69.7"

2007-2008*:
Opening: Nov 7, 2007 • Closing: March 25, 2008
Skier Days: 140 • Total Snowfall: 44.1"

2006-2007:
Opening: Nov 20, 2006 • Closing: March 25, 2007
Skier Days: 121 • Total Snowfall: 31.4"

2005-2006:
Opening: Nov 18, 2005 • Closing: March 19, 2006
Skier Days: 120 • Total Snowfall: 80.1"

2004-2005:
Opening: Nov 26, 2004 • Closing: March 28, 2005
Skier Days: 120 • Total Snowfall: 92.25"

2003-2004:
Opening: Nov 15-16, 2003 • Closing: March 21, 2004
Skier Days: 116 • Total Snowfall: 104"

2002-2003:
Opening: Nov 19, 2002 • Closing: March 23, 2003
Skier Days: 125 • Total Snowfall: 106.25"

2001-2002:
Opening: Dec 21, 2001 • Closing: March 23, 2002
Skier Days: 94 • Total Snowfall: 25.5"

2000-2001:
Opening: Nov 16, 2000 • Closing: March 28, 2001Skier Days: 133

Form more information about NC skiing click HERE

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Lowest Prices for Cataloochee Season Pass until Oct 31

THE LOWEST Season Pass prices are NOW through October 31 for Cataloochee Season Passes. Pre-Season pass pricing continues through October 31 and this will be the lowest pricing on season passes for the 2011/12 season! Order online, in person or over the phone with a credit card! Pass pricing will increase on November 1. Visit the Season Pass section under Trip Planning on the Cataloochee website for pricing and more information! ! Get a link and more NC Ski information HERE

Monday, October 24, 2011

Alpine Ski Center's Kick-off Sale

Are you ready for some skiing???? The NC Ski Season is just around the corner and the Alpine Ski Center is holding a FOUR DAY SALE to get you geared up and ready for winter. Stop by October 28-31 during special hours 9 AM to 7 PM and save big on Gal's Winter Fashions, Youth Winter Fashion, Guy's Winter Fashions, Goggles, Helmets, Luggage and more. PLUS snowboards, boots, bindings and all ski equipment are kick-off special prices.

Located in Maggie Valley NC Cataloochee is North Carolina's First Ski Area, and usually the first NC Ski Area to open for the season. Catalochee offers Smoky Mountain Skiing, Riding and Tubing with 16 lighted slopes including the Cat Cage Terrain Park. With a variety of terrain for beginners to experts alike and over 4,000 sets of snowsports equipment, the Cataloochee experience offers something for everyone. 100% snowmaking, 16 lighted slopes including 1 terrain park, 2 advanced, 5 intermediate & 6 beginner; 5 lifts including 1 triple chair lift, 1 quad chairlift, & 3 conveyor lifts; and 6 lanes of snowtubing fun! PSIA school instruction. Intro to Skiing or Riding lesson is FREE with all ski and snowboard rentals any non-holiday Monday through Thursday.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Cataloochee at Maggie Valley NC, Waynesville NC and Lake Junaluska NC

Located in Blowing Rock NC Appalachian Ski Mountain opened in December of 1968 with 3 slopes and simple rope tows. Today Appalachian has expanded to twelve slopes including two terrain parks serviced by one double chairlift, two quad chairlifts, two conveyor lifts (new in 2010) and one handle-pull lift. The base lodge covers 46,000 square feet, is smoke free, and has complimentary WIFI in the restaurant. The Blue Ridge Ski Mountain welcomes skiers of all skills and styles, including snowboarders! With state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming equipment you can keep skiing all day, all night and all season long. Ice skating is also offered. For updates on snowboarding check out ATP - Appalachian Terrain Park

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Appalachian Ski Resort at Blowing Rock NC Boone NC and Banner Elk NC

Ski Beech, located on Beech Mountain NC, is Eastern America's highest ski resort at 5506 feet above sea level. With excellent skiing (day or night), and a charming Alpine Village filled with intriguing shops, tempting restaurants and more Ski Beech offers a winter wonderland of fun and activities for all members of your family or group. Alpine skiing and snowboarding will appeal to the thrill-seekers and for those looking for something a little tamer, the resort also features ice skating and snow tubing. Snow making is on 100% of the skiing terrain. To round out your fun-filled day, spend some time in one of our charming shops or tempting restaurants.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Beech Mountain Resort at Beech Mountain NC and nearby Banner Elk NC

Located in the Village of Sugar Mountain on the outskirts of Banner Elk NC Sugar Mountain is the largest NC ski area with twenty slopes and trails spread over 115 skiable acres for all levels of skiing and snowboarding. There are seven lifts - including one triple, four doubles and two surface lifts. The 700 foot long tubing lanes are serviced by a Magic Carpet lift, all located on the Sugar Mountain golf course. The Resort includes a 10,000 square foot refrigerated outdoor ice skating rink and a Base Lodge with ticket sales, equipment rentals, cafeterias, lounge, sports shop. Ski and snowboard lessons are available for all ages including the Sugar Bear Ski School for ages 5-10.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Sugar Mountain at Sugar Mountain NC and nearby Banner Elk NC

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is just north of Asheville in the outskirts of Mars Hill NC. The Slopes of Wolf Ridge have over 82 acres of ski terrain with 23 Exciting Ski Slopes, 10 Green Family Runs, 3 Black Diamond and 10 Blue Runs . There are 2 Quad Lifts: 2 Double Lifts: 4 Surface Lifts . Two Ski Lodges offer ski/snow board/bibs/helmet/locker rentals, full food service, gift/sport shops and fireside dining and relaxing. Slope side cabin and vacation rentals are available. There is something for everyone from beginner to expert at this family-oriented resort.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to Wolf Ridge at Mars Hill NC or Hot Springs NC

The Sapphire Valley Ski Area & Frozen Falls Tube Park is an integral part of the 5,700 acre four-season resort at Sapphire Valley NC. The Ski Area's average elevation is 3400 feet and consists of The Sapphire Streamliner", a 1600 foot main run with a vertical drop of 200 feet featuring a state-of-the-art quad lift. The Frozen Falls Tube Park, is a 500-foot multi-lane snow tube hill with a vertical drop of 70 feet. There is a rustic mountain style lodge complete with stone fireplace, 'Four Seasons Grille" Restaurant/Snack Bar, clothing shop and clothing rental.

Find lodging, restaurants and attractions convenient to the Sapphire Valley Ski Area at Sapphire Valley NC, Cashiers NC and Lake Toxaway NC