Kimberley, British Columbia - December 17, 2009 - Kimberley Alpine Resort is ready to open for the season on Friday December 18th. With over 30cm of fresh snow in the past week and more snow on the way, in addition to pleasant temperatures, skiing and snowboarding should be amazing this opening weekend! On Friday December 18, North Star Express Quad, Owl Magic Carpet, and Easter Triple Chair will be operating with more than 80% of the mountain open! The Tamarack Chair will commence operation on Saturday December 19 with more terrain and runs opening daily. Up to date conditions and trail status can be found at: http://www.skikimberley.com/conditions/snow-report.aspx
In the spirit of celebrating the start of a new ski season, Kimberley Alpine Resort will say "Thank-you" to local communities with a special Community Appreciation Day celebration on Sunday December 20th. Local residents of Kimberley, Marysville, Wasa, TaTa Creek, Wycliffe, and Cranbrook are invited to join in the skiing and snowboarding fun with complimentary lift access for the day. Tied into the celebration of community, Kimberley Alpine Resort will host a charity BBQ selling $2 burgers to locals from 11:00am to 2:30pm with proceeds going to the Kimberley Food Bank. Please note that photo ID and proof of local residency are required in order to receive a complimentary lift ticket for December 20th and to participate in the charity lunch.
To add to the spirit of Community Appreciation Day, Kimberley Alpine Resort would like to offer local residents to try out the sport of skiing and snowboarding on Community Appreciation Day with a complimentary TELUS Learn to Ski or Snowboard Group experience. The TELUS Learn to Ski or Snowboard package includes group lesson, lift ticket, and rental equipment. There will be 10 ski and 10 snowboard spots available, with lessons taking place from 9:30am to 11:30am. Pre-registration is required. Contact Guest Services today! Please note that photo ID and proof of local residency is required to be eligible for this offer.
With Christmas fast approaching, get the best value and a great stocking stuffer with the SKI MORE CARD - offers 3 FREE days and Daily Discounts for only $69.95 + GST. Hurry! Sale ENDS Dec 26, 2009!!!
For more information, contact:
Matt Mosteller
Vice President, Sales and Marketing
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
(403) 209-3323
mmosteller@skircr.com
Sarah Windsor
PR & Media
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc.
(403) 209-3304
swindsor@skircr.com
