More Skiing Available In West Virginia This Weekend

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Charleston, WV – Two West Virginia ski resorts will be welcoming natural snow this weekend enabling skiers and snowboarders time on the slopes.  Canaan Valley in Tucker County opens for the first time on Saturday.  Winterplace in Raleigh County will reopen on Friday after being open for Thanksgiving weekend after the season’s first winter storm system helped coat the trails for some early season runs.  Timberline Resort, also in Tucker County, plans to open for the season on December 12.

The temperatures have been on the mild side this week in the higher elevations after a strong cold November, which allowed the resort’s snowmakers to cover the slopes as quick as possible. The snowmakers at all of the resorts are working around the clock whenever possible to provide the early season skiers and snowboarders as much open terrain as possible.  When snowmaking conditions were at their best this week (in the teens), over 20,000 tons of snow was being produced in West Virginia per hour, that’s enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow made each hour. 

Early season reservations have been strong as the resorts are again projecting to attract around 800,000 visitors to the mountains.  “It’s great to get open and operating for the season,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of Winterplace and the West Virginia Ski Areas Association. “If the current weather conditions continue, we will be in very good shape for the upcoming critical holiday season.” The top states providing skiers and snowboarders to West Virginia slopes are Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida. 

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, continues through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies. 

More West Virginia Resorts Open For The Season

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Charleston, WV – Skiers and snowboarders have started to head to the mountains of West Virginia today as the first downhill area opened today for the 2013/2014 season.  Snowshoe Mountain opened its trails earlier this week, kicking off their 40th season with 3 lifts and about 12 trails available for skiers and snowboarders.

Meanwhile Winterplace Ski Resort in Raleigh County opened for the season today, Friday, November 29, two weeks ahead of their scheduled December 14 opening.  After providing skiing this weekend, Winterplace will rope off the trails next Monday through Thursday for early season trail maintenance and then open for the rest of the season beginning Friday, December 6.

White Grass Touring Center in Tucker County is offering cross-country skiing and snowshoeing thanks to this week's natural snow.

Opening on Satuday is Oglebay Resort in Ohio County.  This is the first time in the history of skiing in West Virginia that three-resorts were open during the Thanksgiving holiday as the season begins in a very strong fashion.. Canaan Valley Resort officials announced today that they have moved their opening day up a week to December 7.

The other alpine area in the state, Timberline is planning to open for the season December 12. The recent cold temperatures throughout the mountains of West Virginia have allowed the resort’s snowmakers to work around the clock covering the slopes for skiing and snowboarding.

“The skiers and snowboarders here for the Thanksgiving holiday are see an awesome amount of snow we opened up with,” says Dave Dekema, Snowshoe Mountain’s Marketing Director. “The natural snow this week helped the conditions.”

The snowmakers at all of the state’s ski resorts can produce manmade snow whenever temperatures permit, allowing the industry’s unsung heroes to cover the slopes for skiers and snowboarders.  When snowmaking conditions are at their best (in the low teens), over 20,000 tons of snow is being produced in West Virginia per hour, enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow each hour

The mountain state’s resorts annually attract over 800,000 skier visits, and last year that figure was reached.  “It’s great to open for the season, all of the resorts are ready for the skiers and snowboarders,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of the West Virginia Ski Areas Association and President of Winterplace. The top states providing skiers and snowboarders visiting West Virginia slopes are Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida.

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, continues from Thanksgiving through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies.

WV Ski Season Is Underway

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WEST VIRGINIA SKI SEASON IS UNDERWAY
Charleston, WV – Skiers and snowboarders have started to head to the mountains of West Virginia today as the first downhill area opened today for the 2013/2014 season.  Snowshoe Mountain opened its trails this morning, kicking off their 40th season with 3 lifts and about 10 trails available for skiers and snowboarders.

Meanwhile officials with Winterplace Ski Resort in Raleigh County announced they will be opening this Friday, November 29, two weeks ahead of their scheduled December 14 opening.  After providing skiing this weekend, Winterplace will rope off the trails next Monday through Thursday for early season trail maintenance and then open for the rest of the season beginning Friday, December 6.

The other alpine areas in the state, Canaan Valley, Timberline, and Oglebay are all planning to open for the season the early part of December. The recent cold temperatures throughout the mountains of West Virginia have allowed the resort’s snowmakers to work around the clock covering the slopes for skiing and snowboarding. 
“The skiers and snowboarders here for the Thanksgiving holiday are see an awesome amount of snow we opened up with,” says Dave Dekema, Snowshoe Mountain’s Marketing Director. “We are also expecting natural snow this week so that is helping the conditions.” 

The snowmakers at all of the state’s ski resorts can produce manmade snow whenever temperatures permit, allowing the industry’s unsung heroes to cover the slopes for skiers and snowboarders.  When snowmaking conditions are at their best (in the low teens), over 20,000 tons of snow is being produced in West Virginia per hour, enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow each hour

The mountain state’s resorts annually attract over 800,000 skier visits, and last year that figure was reached.  “It’s great to open for the season, all of the resorts are ready for the skiers and snowboarders,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of the West Virginia Ski Areas Association and President of Winterplace. The top states providing skiers and snowboarders visiting West Virginia slopes are Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida. 

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, continues from Thanksgiving through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies. 

 

 

West Virginia Ski Season Opens This Week

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~~Charleston, WV – Skiers and snowboarders will be heading to the mountains of West Virginia this week as the first downhill area will be opening for the 2013/2014 season.  Snowshoe Mountain is planning to open this Wednesday, November 27, kicking off their 40th season with at least 3 lifts and about 10 trails for opening day.
The other alpine areas in the state, Canaan Valley, Timberline, Oglebay and Winterplace are all planning to open for the season the early part of December. Officials with Winterplace indicate the mountain may open early due to favorable weather conditions.
The recent cold temperatures throughout the mountains of West Virginia have allowed the resort’s snowmakers to work around the clock covering the slopes for skiing and snowboarding.  For the latest conditions go to www.goskiwv.com.

“The skiers and snowboarders here for the Thanksgiving holiday are going to be pleased with the amount of snow we are opening up with,” says Dave Dekema, Snowshoe Mountain’s Marketing Director. “We are also expecting natural snow this week so that will help the conditions.” 

The snowmakers at all of the state’s ski resorts can produce manmade snow whenever temperatures permit, allowing the industry’s unsung heroes to cover the slopes for skiers and snowboarders.  When snowmaking conditions are at their best (in the low teens), over 20,000 tons of snow is being produced in West Virginia per hour, enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow each hour

The mountain state’s resorts annually attract over 800,000 skier visits, and last year that figure was reached.  “It’s great to open for the season, all of the resorts are ready for the skiers and snowboarders,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of the West Virginia Ski Areas Association and President of Winterplace. The top states providing skiers and snowboarders visiting West Virginia slopes are Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida. 

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, continues from Thanksgiving through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies. 

WV Mountain Pass Now Available

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Charleston, WV – All of West Virginia’s ski resorts are preparing to open for the upcoming season including Canaan Valley and Timberline in Tucker County, Snowshoe in Pocahontas County and Winterplace in Raleigh County.  Again this year the resorts are offering a Mountain Pass that allows everyone to enjoy skiing and snowboarding at all of the state’s resorts.

The Mountain Pass is a booklet of tickets that includes 30 vouchers for skiing or snowboarding at Timberline, Snowshoe, Canaan Valley and Winterplace and 10 vouchers at the state’s nordic areas.  Each voucher (140 total) is for one visit (or lift ticket) and can be used anytime during the 2013/2014 season which traditionally gets underway around Thanksgiving.

A West Virginia Ski Areas Association Mountain Pass costs $2400.  “The pass provides a family or company a chance to enjoy the whole state during the winter season,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of Winterplace Ski Resort and the West Virginia Ski Areas Association. “It’s also a good incentive for a company to use to help its employees enjoy fun in the outdoors during winter.” Anyone interested in obtaining a WVSAA Mountain Pass can call the association at 304-720-5471.

Great 2012/2013 Ski Season in WV

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Charleston, WV – The 2012/2013 ski season ended on Sunday, April 7, 2013.  Thanks to Mother Nature the season was a very good one for all of the resorts.                                            

 “The conditions are excellent all season for skiers and snowboarders,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of the West Virginia Ski Areas Association and President of Winterplace Ski Resort. 

White Grass Touring Center, the state’s largest Nordic Center in Tucker County, is also providing excellent coverage for cross-country skiers and snowshoers and will do so as long as the snow lasts on the trails.

The mountain state’s resorts have experienced an up tick in visitation this season after suffering through a mild winter last year. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5000 jobs at the resorts.

Great Spring Conditions In West Virginia Right Now

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Charleston, WV – The remaining three West Virginia’s ski areas open this season are relishing in perfect spring skiing conditions thanks to nearly five feet of snow this month and the storm currently affecting the region.  The mountains of West Virginia have received over 17 feet of natural snow this season and temperatures have been perfect for snowmaking operations, allowing the winter recreational areas to provide the most open terrain in the mid-Atlantic and southeast regions throughout this season.

The following West Virginia ski resorts are still operating, Winterplace in Raleigh County, Snowshoe Mountain in Pocahontas County and Timberline in Tucker County.  “The conditions are excellent right now for skiers and snowboarders wanting to make those final turns of the season,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of the West Virginia Ski Areas Association and President of Winterplace Ski Resort. “It’s been a very good season for all of the resorts as we have had plenty of snowfall and excellent temperatures for snowmaking.”

Snowshoe has announced that they will now ski and ride until April 7th!

Winterplace and Timberline are set to close this Sunday, March 31st. White Grass Touring Center, the state’s largest Nordic Center in Tucker County, is also providing excellent coverage for cross-country skiers and snowshoers and will do so as long as the snow lasts on the trails.

The mountain state’s resorts have experienced an up tick in visitation this season after suffering through a mild winter last year. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5000 jobs at the resorts.  
 

Hello 2013 All Of West Virginia Ski Resorts Are Open

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Charleston, WV – The mountains of West Virginia continue to receive more natural snow this week as the state’s fifth resort Oglebay opened for the 2012/2013 season. Skiers and Snowboarders started sliding down the Ohio County resort on the final day of 2012. The other resorts in the Mountain State, Winterplace in Raleigh County, Snowshoe in Pocahontas County and Canaan Valley and Timberline in Tucker County opened earlier in November and December. The natural snow has also provided excellent conditions at White Grass Touring and Elk River Touring Centers for cross country skiers and snowshoers.

In addition to this and last week’s natural snow, the temperatures in the higher elevations have been excellent for snowmaking, allowing the resort’s snowmakers to cover the slopes as quickly as possible and provide the most open terrain in the southeast region. When snowmaking conditions were at their best this week (in the teens), over 20,000 tons of snow was being produced in West Virginia per hour, that’s enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow made each hour.

Holiday visitation at all of the resorts has been strong. “Skiers and snowboarders from the south know if they want a white holiday, the mountains of West Virginia will be covered,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of Winterplace and the West Virginia Ski Areas Association. “We are seeing lots of skiers and snowboarders from Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia and Florida.” One of the state’s premier trails, Cupp Run at Snowshoe Mountain, opens today, weeks ahead of last year, due to last season’s mild temperatures.

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, will continue through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies.

Another WV Ski Resort To Open This Week

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Charleston, WV – The mountains of West Virginia will be receiving more natural snow in the next couple of days, as two more resorts, Winterplace in Raleigh County and Timberline Resort in Tucker County open for the season recently. Timberline began offering skiing and snowboarding last Friday and Winterplace opened on Sunday. Canaan Valley Resort, also in Tucker County, is scheduled to open for the season on December 29.

In addition to this week’s natural snow, the temperatures in the higher elevations are now very good for snowmaking operations, allowing the resort’s to cover the slopes as quick as possible. The snowmakers at all of the resorts are working around the clock to provide the holiday skiers and snowboarders as much open terrain as possible. When snowmaking conditions were at their best this week (in the teens), over 20,000 tons of snow was being produced in West Virginia per hour, that’s enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow made each hour.

West Virginia is offereing the most open terrain in the region. “It’s great to get open and operating for the season,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of Winterplace and the West Virginia Ski Areas Association. “If the current weather conditions continue, we will be in very good shape for the upcoming critical holiday season.” The top states providing skiers and snowboarders to West Virginia slopes are Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida.

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, continues through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies.

More Resorts Open For The Season In West Virginia

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Charleston, WV – The mountains of West Virginia will be receiving more natural snow in the next couple of days, as two more resorts, Winterplace in Raleigh County and Timberline Resort in Tucker County open for the season. Timberline will begin offering skiing and snowboarding on Friday (tomorrow) and Winterplace will be dropping the ropes on Sunday. Canaan Valley Resort, also in Tucker County, is scheduled to open for the season on December 26.

In addition to this week’s natural snow, the temperatures in the higher elevations are now very good for snowmaking operations, allowing the resort’s to cover the slopes as quick as possible. The snowmakers at all of the resorts are working around the clock to provide the holiday skiers and snowboarders as much open terrain as possible. When snowmaking conditions were at their best this week (in the teens), over 20,000 tons of snow was being produced in West Virginia per hour, that’s enough snow to cover 20 football fields with a foot of snow made each hour.

Early season reservations have been strong as the resorts are again projecting to attract around 800,000 visitors to the mountains. “It’s great to get open and operating for the season,” says Terry Pfeiffer, President of Winterplace and the West Virginia Ski Areas Association. “If the current weather conditions continue, we will be in very good shape for the upcoming critical holiday season.” The top states providing skiers and snowboarders to West Virginia slopes are Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Florida.

The ski and snowboard season traditionally, weather permitting, continues through early April. The five-month long ski season in West Virginia has an estimated economic impact of over $250 million and 5,000 jobs at the resorts and other related companies.