Hello Sliders,

Boy do we have something to be thankful for this week - Southern California got a surprise storm that dumped 3 feet in two days!! More resorts are open and conditions couldn't be better for the holiday week. So grab a turkey leg and head to the mountains for this cornicopia of events and deals....

Mammoth Mountain - Entire Mountain Open!!!

Mammoth has a 4-6' base. They were dusted on 11/21/04 and there's a chance of snow on Fri. and Sat. this week. Value Season prices end 11/23/04 and Holiday prices kick in on Thanksgiving this week.

Full Moon Snowshoe Tour - On the evenings of 11/24/04 and 11/26/04, snowshoe under the stars! $25 per person includes gear rental, a hot drink and dessert. Call (760) 934-2442.

Thanksgiving dinner apres ski - Make your reservations for Thanksgiving dinner at Mountainside Grill at Mammoth Mountain (760) 934-2581x3601, Talons at Little Eagle Lodge (760) 934-0797 or the Lakefront at Tamarack Lodge (760) 934-3534.

Full Moon Cross Country Ski Tour - On 11/25/04, join a celestial cross country tour. $25 per person includes gear rental, hot drink and dessert. Call (760) 934-2442.

Village Tree Lighting Ceremony - On 11/26/04 at 5pm, be at the Village for this event. Call (760) 924-1575 for additional information.

Women's Workshop - This 3 day Women's camp will be held 11/30/04 to 12/2/04.  The best Mammoth instructors take you all over the mountain, coach you on
the latest techniques and tactics and give you tips on getting the most out the latest equipment. Call (760) 934-2571x3585 or 3189 for reservations and information.

 Value Season Daily Tickets - prices good through 11/23/04. Adults (19-64)
$50, Youth (13-18) $38, Child (7-12-) $25, Seniors (65-79) $25.

Holiday prices start on 11/24/04 - Adults (19-64) $63, Youth (13-18) $47, Child (7-12) $32, Seniors (65-79) $32.

Mid-week Season Pass - $525 for adults, $419 for youth, $313 for children and seniors. There are some blackout dates and it's only on sale until 12/15/04.

Gold Pass - $1200 for adults, $900 for youth and $600 for children and seniors. This is an unrestricted season pass.

Stay and Ski Free - Lodging prices start at $78 per person/night, double occupancy with some restrictions and you get free lift tickets. Call (800) Mammoth for reservations.

_www.mammothmountain.com_ (http://www.mammothmountain.com/)

June Mountain - Opens 12/11/04

June isn't open yet but they have some pass deals to consider.

Season Pass - $250 until 12/15/04. On 12/16/04, the price goes up to $500. This is an unrestricted pass with no blackout dates. (800) Mammoth for information or to purchase.

College Pass - $99 until 12/15/04. You must present a valid college i.d., class schedule or registration. This is an unrestricted pass with no blackout dates. Call (800) Mammoth for information.

_www.junemountain.com_ (http://www.junemountain.com/)

Bear Mountain Resorts - 5 New Acres at Bear

Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have an 18-24" base and they're making more this week. They got about 3' out the this weeks storm!! There's a chance for more natural stuff on Fri. and Sat. Make reservations for the holiday week as they limit ticket sales! Bear opens 5 new acres of beginner terrain this year.

Ticket Prices - $39 ages 22 and up, $29 ages 13-21 with i.d., $14 ages 7-12, and kids 6 and under are free with a paid adult.

They have a variety of season passes for Bear Mountain alone or dual passes for both Bear and Snow Summit - visit the website for all the options and purchase on line at their website - here's a sampling....

Bear Anytime, non-holiday Pass - Adults (22+) $349, Young adult/Seniors (13-21/70+) $299, Child (7-12) $119. Prices go up after 11/21/04.

Bear Anytime, unrestricted Pass - Adults (22+) $449, Young adult/Seniors (13-21/70+) $399, Child (7-12) $179. Prices go up after 11/21/04.

Dual Mountain, unrestricted Pass - Adults (22+) $649, Young adult/Seniors (13-21/70+) $529, Child (7-12) $229. Prices go up after 11/21/04.

Family Plans are available on some season passes - generally you get a discount on a season pass for 13-16 year olds if the parent buys the same type of pass - this can save you anywhere from $100-180!!

_www.bigbearmountainresorts.com_ (http://www.bigbearmountainresorts.com/)

Mt. High - 3 New Feet and Making More

Mt. High got a whopping 3' from the last storm and they're making more every chance they get. Mt. High limits ticket sales so make reservations for this week.

Ticket prices - 4 hour is $40, 8 hour is $45, night (5-10pm) is $27 and child (7-12) is $17.

Ski Free on your birthday with valid I.D.

Military/Police/Fire Discount - Save $7 when you show your work i.d. (except holidays).

_www.mthigh.com_ (http://www.mthigh.com)

Snow Valley - Opens 11/24/04

Snow Valley has a 24" base and they'll make snow to open on 11/24/04.

Ticket Prices - $43 ages 13-64 all day, $15 ages 6-12 all day, locals ages 13-64 ride Fridays for $29, $38 ages 13-64 half-day and $14 ages 6-12 half-day.

_www.snow-valley.com_ (http://www.snow-valley.com)

Mt. Baldy - Closest Resort to L.A.

Mt. Baldy is open with a 2-3' base.

Ticket prices - $40 all day Adult, $10 ages 9 and younger all day, $25 ages 10-15, $30 non-holiday weekday Students, and $20 for seniors 65 and older.

Season Passes - Adult ages 16 and older is $575, Kids 15 and younger are $275, midweek Adult is $425.

_www.mtbaldy.com_ (http://www.mtbaldy.com)

Adventure Ski & Snowboard School
Free Ski or Snowboard Lesson! Two people get their first beginner private lesson at the same time for the price of one. Valid weekdays until 3/30/05 when you mention Sliding on the Cheap when calling for an appointment. You must print and bring this offer when you go!! Call (760) 942-2188 to sign up. Get to know them--- Watch their streaming video [at] _www.adventureski.com_ (http://www.adventureski.com/)

Know before you go! They offer a dynamic instruction program ideal for all ages and abilities. With it's warm, dry and wide revolving carpet, the Ski Machine simulates a day of continuous skiing/riding on the mountain without the distractions of cold, crowded slopes, chairlift lines or adverse weather conditions. The revolving carpet is perfect for developing efficient habits and skills and improving your physical strength and conditioning. A full-length mirror at the bottom of the slope lets you see while you learn and monitor your improvement. One lesson can accomplish as much or more than a full day of group lessons on the snow. Considering the cost of snow vacations, a lesson program on the revolving carpet is a wise investment! Adventure Ski and Snowboard School is located at 1105 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

_www.adventureski.com_ (http://www.adventureski.com/)

Happy Turkey Week Skiing/riding,

Yvette
SOTC - Southern California Editor