Snowbasin Blog

Come up to Snowbasin with a loved one for our annual Valentine’s Day dinner on February 14th at Needles Lodge. Start the evening with a cozy gondola ride for two, followed by an elaborate 5 course meal! $100 per couple includes the gondola ride*. First seating 5:30PM, last seating 9:00PM. Reservations are required by calling (801) 620-1021. For the full menu click here.

 *Tax, Gratuity, and Alcohol not included

Snowbasin is proud to announce with this last significant snowstorm we have opened the Maple Campground Loop for Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing enthusiasts.  So come up and enjoy the mountain views and take a scenic exploration of the Maple Campground area.  For more information please click here and learn about our XC Ski and Snowshoe programs.

*The Meadow Loop is not groomed or open at this time.

January 19^th, 2012

Lassila to be honored in Snowbasin Utah

2010 Olympic Champion aerial skier, Lydia Lassila will have a gondola cabin dedicated to her on Sunday 29^th January, at the Snowbasin resort in Utah.

Snowbasin is the North American home base of the Australian Aerial Skiing program – “the Flying Kangaroos” and a long term supporter of Lassila and her team mates on the National Team.

Lassila who gave birth to her first child in May, 2011 is on track to return to international competition in late 2012, in the quest to defend her Olympic Championship. Lassila will be joining other members of the Flying Kangaroos in Utah, for a ski camp at the end of January.

Lassila commented from her home in Melbourne Australia: “I am so thrilled that Snowbasin have chosen to recognize me. I look forward to being at Snowbasin at the end of the month, meeting all of our many friends in the community, and just cannot wait to put my skis on and head out skiing.“

Olympic Winter Institute of Australia Chairman, Geoffrey J Henke AO, praised the resort upon learning of the recognition of Lassila:

”Snowbasin has been just so important for our athletes, it really is the Crown Jewel of ski resorts, and our team has been extremely fortunate to have had the benefit of training and skiing at a World Class facility.

We are appreciative that Lydia will be the second of our athletes to be honored with a gondola car dedication, joining 2002 Olympic Champion Alisa Camplin. As an organization we are very proud to have Mrs. Carol Holding as the only honorary member of the Flying Kangaroos, and we remain thankful to Carol and her husband Earl for their ongoing support of our young athletes”

Contact for more information:

USA

Steve Rogers PhD – Manager North American Operations

Steve.Rogers@owia.org  +1801 698 3819

Salomon Announces Dates and Locations of Jib Academy Season Six

Salomon elevates the youth slopestyle dream in the event’s sixth season

Ogden, UT—Marking half-a-dozen years of slopestyle goodness, Salomon Jib Academy has announced its schedule for 2012. Five ski areas in the U.S. and Canada will host young athletes in one of the sport’s most coveted opportunities to learn from Salomon pros and compete for the chance to attend a week-long dream session at the Salomon Jib Academy North American Finals at Mammoth Mountain Resort in May 2012.

Internationally known as an unforgettable series of slopestyle contests for athletes 16 and younger, the program is free to enter and includes lunch, giveaways and a full day of shredding with Salomon pro coaches, which include Bobby Brown, Nick Martini, Alexi Godbout. 

“Jib academy was a huge opportunity for me, and helped start my ski career. Now being able to go to the events and coach kids is awesome, says Salomon pro skier and first-ever Jib Academy winner Nick Martini.”

Salomon Jib Academy Season Six North American tour dates and locations include:

Killington Mountain Resort, VT—February 25^th

Blue Mountain, ON—March 3^{rd                                                                                    Photo Credit:Matt Stauble}

Saint Bruno, QC –March 10th

Silver Star, BC—March 18^th

Snowbasin, UT—March 24^th

Mammoth Mountain Resort, CA FINALS—May 2012, Invite Only

Registration opens on January 9^th, 2012: www.salomonjibacademy.com . Space is limited. Website goes live January 9^th, 2012.

On Monday December 26th Snowbasin will expand their terrain more with opening up the Strawberry Gondola and Base Area.  This will allow skiers and snowboarders access to Upper Elk Ridge, Main Street, and Bear Springs runs. Keep checking back to the Snowbasin Blog becuase we will be expanding more terrain as weather permits.

This winter season a new cafe experience will be offered here at Snowbasin beginning Monday, December 26, 2011.

Enjoy a new mid-mountain experience at Snowbasin. The Yurt Cafe at the base of middle bowl triple will be open from 9 am – 3:30 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and major holidays during the winter season. The Yurt offers a variety of snacks, treats, and drinks for guests. You can indulge in mid-mountain snacks and get warm in the Yurt or take in the beautiful mountain view outside. Stop by while out on the mountain and enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience at Snowbasin.

We are bringing back the Old Snowbasin Day Lodge for dining starting Friday December 23rd during the holiday season.  Located at the top of the Little Cat Express lift you can enjoy your meal while watching people Ski/Snowboard down School Hill and Powder Puff trails. The Lodge will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm.  So come one up and enjoy a classic menu and feel at Snowbasin’s Old Day Lodge.

Old Day Lodge

Burger    $9.50

Cheese Burger $10.50

 Bacon Cheese Burger $11.50

Hot Dog $6.00

Pulled Pork Sandwich  $ 10

Chicken Caesar Wrap $12

BLT Wrap $12

Tomato Basil soup $6

Grizzly Chili $6

Pasta Fagioli $6

Lasagna with red sauce $12.50

Cookies $2.50

Brownies $2.50

Bottled soda $2.00

Monster $3.00

Powerade $2.50

 Water $2.00

Cliff Bar $2.50

Candy bars $1.50

On Thursday December 22nd Snowbasin will expand their terrain even more with opening the Porcupine Triple Lift allowing skiers and snowboarders access to the Middles Bowl Traverse and Porky Face runs. Keep checking back to the Snowbasin Blog becuase we will be expanding more terrain as weather permits.

The first stop of the Friday Night Jib Fights Rail Jam series began with a completely redesigned terrain park and with over 60 participants the competition was high.  Snowbasin would like to thank Ramp Sports and the Marines for coming out.  We also appreciate the support from DC, Dragon, Vitamin Water, Nitro, Blindside, Revival, and Skullcandy.  Final round Results are below:

Starting Dec 17th Snowbasin will be opening the “In and Out” area.  Which includes the following trails: Main Street, Trappers Trail, and Bear Springs.  Beginning Saturday Middle Bowl Triple will be open everyday through the holiday season.  Finally, Lift ticket rates will be moving to full price starting December 17th. Click here for lift ticket rates.