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Winter 2007 / 2008
WINTER PARK RESORT INVESTS $8 MILLION IN ON-MOUNTAIN CAPITAL ENHANCEMENTS FOR 2007 / 2008 SEASON
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Darcy Morse: (970) 726-1565
Jenn deBerge: (970) 726-1573
Panoramic Express, North America's Highest High-Speed Six Person Chairlift Powered By Renewable Energy, and Over 100 New Acres of Intermediate Terrain Open Options for Guests
WINTER PARK, COLO., WINTER 2007 / 2008 – Building upon a village expansion that includes two major real estate developments at the base of the resort, Winter Park Resort is also announcing capital enhancements valued at over $8 million dollars for the upcoming 2007 / 2008 season. These on-mountain capital enhancements include the Panoramic Express, North America's highest high-speed six person chairlift which is powered by renewable energy; and over 100 acres of gladed, intermediate terrain with the formation of two new intermediate trails – Parry's Peek and Forever Eva.
"The Panoramic Express, with its unmatched view, and the addition of two new intermediate trails, not only provides guests with quicker access to the top of Mary Jane's Parsenn Bowl, but also provides more elbow room to play once they're there," said Gary DeFrange, president & chief operating officer for Winter Park Resort. "Mary Jane has developed a loyal following of passionate regulars that will welcome these changes whereas first time visitors will fall in love with Winter Park in no time at all. We have retained the spirit of Winter Park Resort with a fresh outlook."
Extending from the bottom of Mary Jane's Edelweiss trail to the top of Parsenn Bowl at 12,060 feet above sea level, the Panoramic Express provides skiers and riders access to over 1,123 acres of terrain including Parsenn Bowl, Vasquez Cirque and last year's addition of the Eagle Wind terrain. The Panoramic Express will quicken guests ride to the top from the original 11 minutes it once took guests to get there to seven minutes.
The newly enhanced intermediate terrain features better tree skiing, while Parry's Peek and Forever Eva offer groomed conditions for guests needing a little extra help getting down Mary Jane's infamously steep terrain. Parry's Peek and Forever Eva were named after a well known area botanist, Charles Parry and his wife, Eva. Both trails provide spectacular views of Parry's Peak and Mount Eva, two significant mountain peaks along the Continental Divide.
For more information on Winter Park Resort, including live views from Mary Jane, visit www.winterparkresort.com.
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