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Winter 2009/2010

Winter Park Resort Events Calendar

2009/10 Winter Season

Annual Ski & Snowboard Swap
Friday, Oct. 9 - Saturday, Oct. 10
Skiers, snowboarders and year-round outdoor enthusiasts will find bargains on a wide selection of new and used equipment and clothing for adults and children.  Vendors from around the Rocky Mountain region are selling last year’s inventories at up to 60 percent off.  The Ski & Snowboard Swap is a primary fundraiser for the Winter Park Competition Center.  For more information, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com.   

Winter Park Resort Opening Day
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Starting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 18, Winter Park Resort will open its trails for its seventieth season, making it the longest continually operated resort in Colorado.  For current information on ticket prices and snow conditions; grooming and trail openings, call (303) 572-SNOW or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Thanksgiving Dinner at The Lodge at Sunspot
Thursday, Nov. 26
Guests are invited to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner served buffet-style at the mountaintop restaurant, The Lodge at Sunspot.  Hop on the Zephyr Express gondola to the 10,700 foot summit of Winter Park Mountain.  Reservations are required.  For more information, call The Lodge at Sunspot at (970) 726-1446 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.
 

Ski Demofest at Winter Park
Saturday, Nov. 28
This is a great opportunity for skiers to try the newest in high quality ski models for free.  A variety of manufacturers will be on-site, showcasing their latest designs and equipment.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Snowboard Demofest at Winter Park
Saturday, Dec. 5
For riders interested in the latest snowboards, a variety of brands will be on-site, offering free demos of their latest boards and equipment. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup Men's / Men's & Women's Giant Slalom/Slalom
Saturday, Dec. 12 - Sunday, Dec. 13
The opening event for the premiere circuit in the Colorado Ski Country Series, this race, held on the Hughes trail, features the best regional racers ages 15 and older and the top collegiate skiers in the West.  This race always attracts a field of athletes from around the nation and is a qualifier for the U.S. Alpine Championships. For more information or to volunteer, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com. 

US Freestyle Selections
Monday, Dec. 14 - Saturday, Dec. 19
This prestigious event draws in the best of the best freestyle athletes from the United States as they compete for a spot on the U.S. Freestyle Team.  For more information, or to volunteer, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590, or visit www.wpcompcenter.com. 

Winter Park Open (Disabled Race, NSCD)
Thursday, Dec. 17 - Friday, Dec. 18
This regional qualifier draws the most elite disabled skiers in North America to compete for a position on the United States Disabled Ski Team on their road to the Olympic Games in Whistler 2010. Competitors race in giant slalom and two super-G events. The race is unique in that it invites many regional able-bodied ski teams to compete as well. It is a key qualifier for the U.S. Alpine Disabled National Championships in March. For more information, or to volunteer, call the NSCD Competition Center at (970) 726-1547 or visit www.nscd.org.

NEW! Kids’ Night Out
Thursday Nights All Season Long, (starting Dec. 10, 2009)
Parents, enjoy a night out in the Village at Winter Park with free babysitting available for ages four to 12.  This program is loaded with fun indoor activities and includes dinner and s’more making by the fire!  Parent’s Night Out is held Thursday nights at the Children’s Center in the West Portal Building at Winter Park from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.  This is a free childcare service offered to parents on the condition that $30 per child is spent at any commercial outlet in The Village at Winter Park during the hours that your children are in the program.  Original receipts are required to verify the expenditure. If less than $30 per child is spent, parents will be charged the difference.  Reserve your child’s space by 4 p.m. day-of by calling Winter Park Central Reservations at 800-729-7907.  Kids’ Night Out will not be held on holidays including Dec. 24 and 31.  Enrollment is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup Men’s Giant Slalom
Friday, Dec. 19 - Saturday, Dec. 20
Watch as the Rocky Mountain male qualifiers battle it out on Winter Park Resort's Giant Slalom course located on the Hughes trail.  The event features the region's top skiers ages 15 and older as they seek qualification to the U.S. National Championships.
For more information or to volunteer for this event, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at 970.726.1590 or email ccenter@skiwinterpark.com.

Mary Jane Tele-Daze Clinic #1
Sunday, Dec. 20
Learn the fundamental skills of telemark skiing from certified telemark instructors that teach both inexperienced and seasoned skiers new skills and more efficient moves. This three-and-a-half hour clinic meets on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m. Cost is $75 per clinic. (Lift ticket not included.)  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks
Thursday, Dec. 24
This beloved Winter Park Resort tradition features caroling around the bonfire; Santa Claus skiing behind torch-bearing skiers and riders down the Lower Hughes trail; and a spectacular fireworks display.  Christmas Eve interdenominational church services are held after the fireworks.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Christmas Eve and Day Dinner at The Lodge at Sunspot
Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25
Guests are transported via the Zephyr Express gondola to the 10,700 foot summit of Winter Park Mountain to celebrate Christmas with a traditional holiday dinner at Winter Park Resort’s Lodge at Sunspot.  Guests have their choice of a four-course dinner in the Dining Room or buffet-style meal in the Provisioner.  Reservations are required.  For more information, call The Lodge at Sunspot at (970) 726-1446, or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Lodge at Sunspot
Thursday, Dec. 31
Celebrate the arrival of 2009 with a memorable dinner at Winter Park Resort’s The Lodge at Sunspot, perched at the 10,700 foot summit of Winter Park Mountain.  Reservations are required.  For information and reservations, call The Lodge at Sunspot at (970) 726-1446 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Gravity Goddess Women’s Mid-Week Progressive Clinics
Mondays: Jan. 4, 11 and 18
This clinic is specially designed for women who want to develop their skiing in a fun and supportive environment.  Three Monday sessions, six hours each, are targeted at improving skills and providing helpful tips for achieving personal goals on and off the slopes.  The same instructors teach each session; skiers must be comfortable on blue trails.  Cost is $250. (Lift ticket not included.).  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

United States Ski Association (USSA) Rocky Mountain Masters – Schaller Challenge Cup Slalom/Giant Slalom
Saturday, Jan. 9 - Sunday, Jan. 10
Racers age 18 and over registered with the United States Ski & Snowboard Association are welcome to participate in the giant slalom and slalom races during this two-day competitive and social event organized by Rocky Mountain Masters. One-day USSA membership and event registration is available for non-USSA members. For details, call Rocky Mountain Masters at (303) 285-9222 or visit www.rmmskiracing.org.

Women’s Gravity Goddess Mid-Season Clinic #1
Wednesday, Jan. 13
Gravity Goddess mid-season clinics sessions are for female skiers looking to improve their skills in a one-day setting with Winter Park Resort’s top female coaches.  Starting with a skills analysis, guests receive individual coaching on style and technique. Skiers must be comfortable on blue terrain.  Each day includes lunch at Mary Jane. Women’s Mid-Week Clinics are held Jan. 13, Feb. 10, and March 17.  Prices are $89 per session or $420 for all six. (Lift ticket not included.)  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Mary Jane Bump Jamboree #1
Saturday, Jan. 16
This mogul clinic is designed for everyone from novice bumpers to devoted Mary Jane skiers.  Jamboree includes six hours of coaching with some of Winter Park’s top ski instructors.  Groups are based on ability and goals, from intermediate to expert.  Check-in is from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m.  An après party celebrates an invigorating day on the slopes.  Cost is $95; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Mary Jane Tele-Daze Clinic #2
Sunday, Jan. 17
Learn the fundamental skills of telemark skiing from certified telemark instructors that teach both inexperienced and seasoned skiers new skills and more efficient moves. This three-and-a-half-hour clinic meets on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m. Cost is $75 per clinic; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Bob’s Ski & Ride School Mogul Camp
Friday, Jan. 22 - Sunday, Jan. 24
Bob Barnes, Director of Winter Park Ski & Ride School, is known by Ski Magazine as the “bump master” and “mogul guru” and offers a fun approach to conquering moguls with this challenging camp where guests will move from loathing to loving Mary Jane’s infamous bumps.  Spend seven hours per day with Bob Barnes and his group of hand-picked Winter Park Resort instructors.  Guests are grouped by ability. The camp is offered Jan. 22 – 24; Feb. 3 - 5 and March 12 - 14. Cost is $499 per camp and includes bump coaching, indoor sessions with equipment and stance analysis, new equipment demos, personal video analysis and an après ski party. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

27th Annual Chef’s Cup Dinner and Dance
Friday, Jan. 22
Grand County chefs go head-to-head in the kitchen when they showcase their culinary talents at this dinner and dance benefiting the Winter Park Competition Center. The real winners are the food lovers who sample the specialties of more than a dozen local chefs in one setting. A silent auction, live entertainment and dancing make this one of the winter's most anticipated events.  For more information, or to volunteer, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com.

Mary Jane’s Birthday Bash Presented by Sprint
Friday, Jan. 22 - Sunday, Jan. 24
The resort, along with the town of Winter Park, has planned a non-stop birthday celebration including a packed schedule of events both on the mountain and in town.  Everyone is invited as the Fraser Valley comes alive with a parade, fireworks, parties, and music - all in the name of winter fun.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Winter Park Amateur Freeride Series: King of the Grommets - Slopestyle
Saturday, Jan. 23
Open to freeriders ages 13 and under, this event is perfect for amateurs looking to experience a competition setting that is more their speed.  Held in Winter Park Resort’s intermediate Re-railer Terrain Park, riders are given the chance to show off skills to spectators below.  All riders compete for prizes and merchandise from a number of event sponsors.  For more information and to register, call the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.rlyrd.com.

Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup at Mary Jane – Men’s and Women’s Downhill / Super G - Super Combined
Saturday, Jan. 23 - Thursday, Jan. 28
Watch as the Rocky Mountain top male and female competitors battle it out on the Mary Jane downhill course located on the Mary Jane Trail and Arrowhead Loop trail.  This FIS sanctioned event features the region's top ski racers ages 15 and older as they seek qualification to the U.S. Alpine National Championships.  For more information or to volunteer for this event, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at 970.726.1590 or email ccenter@skiwinterpark.com.

Burton Super Demo Tour
Saturday, Jan. 30 - Sunday, Jan. 31
The Burton Super Demo Tour is the largest consumer demo on the planet, bringing free Burton Snowboard demos to the resort, thousands of dollars in product giveaways, and rocking après parties at every stop. Burton would like to thank Volvo, Paul Mitchell, Nature Valley, Activ Water, Snowboarder Magazine, R.E.D. and ANON for sponsoring and supporting the Burton Super Demo Tour.  For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Burton Am Tour Series: Slopestyle and Halfpipe
Saturday, Jan. 30 - Sunday, Jan. 31
Burton Am Series competitions will take place at select stops across the nation, including Winter Park Resort. The Am Series gives up-and-coming riders an opportunity to automatically qualify for the U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships held in March, 2010 at Stratton, Vermont.  The Burton Am Series is a Swatch TTR 3Star event. Riders may register to compete in the Am Series at www.burton.com/amseries.  Special thanks to Amp Energy, Snowboarder Magazine and Swatch TTR for sponsoring the Burton AM Series.  For more information visit www.winterparkresort.com. 

United States Collegiate Ski Association Men’s / Women’s Giant Slalom
Saturday, Jan. 30 - Sunday, Jan. 31
Watch as college men and women from around the region battle it out on Winter Park Resort’s giant slalom course, located on the Hughes trail.  For more information or to volunteer, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com. 

Mary Jane Tele-Daze Clinic #3
Friday, Jan. 31
Learn the fundamental skills of telemark skiing from certified telemark instructors that teach both inexperienced and seasoned skiers new skills and more efficient moves. This three-and-a-half-hour clinic meets on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m. Cost is $75 per clinic; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

University of Denver NCAA Invitational
Feb. TBD
University of Denver takes to its home slope during this collegiate invitational featuring western NCAA universities.  For more information, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com. 

SnowSports Industries America (SIA): On Snow Demo
Monday Feb. 1 - Tuesday Feb. 2
Following the Snow Show, SIA will host the first international On-Snow Demo & Free Ride Fest at Winter Park Resort and Devil’s Thumb Ranch on Feb. 1-2. Being an inaugural event for the SIA Show, the alpine and snowboard demos will take place at Winter Park while the Nordic demo will be held at nearby Devil’s Thumb Ranch, a world class Nordic center. The event will be held in conjunction with WWSRA (Western Winter Sports Representatives Association) and the Rocky Mountain Demo, which has an extensive history of hosting on-snow demos for reps and retailers in the active sports industry. We are working with CCSAA (Cross Country Ski Areas Association) for the Nordic demo.  More than 100 brands are expected to be at the On-Snow Demo giving hardgoods buyers the first opportunity to test the industry’s newest skis, snowboards, boots and tools in the environment they were intended – on snow.

Bob’s Ski & Ride School Mogul Camp
Wednesday, Feb. 3 - Friday, Feb. 5
Bob Barnes, Director of Winter Park Ski & Ride School, is known by Ski Magazine as the “bump master” and “mogul guru” and offers a fun approach to conquering moguls with this challenging camp where guests will move from loathing to loving Mary Jane’s infamous bumps.  Spend seven hours per day with Bob Barnes and his group of hand-picked Winter Park Resort instructors.  Guests are grouped by ability.  Cost is $499 per camp and includes bump coaching, indoor sessions with equipment and stance analysis, new equipment demos, personal video analysis and an après ski party. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Mary Jane Bump Jamboree #2
Saturday, Feb. 6
This mogul clinic is designed for everyone from novice bumpers to devoted Mary Jane skiers.  Jamboree includes six hours of coaching with some of Winter Park’s top ski instructors.  Groups are based on ability and goals, from intermediates to experts.  Check-in is from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m.  An après party celebrates an invigorating day on the slopes.  Cost is $95; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

East Council YSL Race Men's & Women's Slalom
Sunday, Feb. 7
Designated as the entry level for youth racing by the East Council Youth Ski League, this event will consist of a Men's and Women's Slalom.  For more information, or to volunteer for this event, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or email ccenter@skiwinterpark.com.

Women’s Mid-Week Clinics #2,
Wednesday, Feb. 10
These sessions are for female skiers looking to improve their skills in a one-day setting with Winter Park Resort’s top female coaches.  Starting with a skills analysis, guests receive individual coaching on style and technique. Skiers must be comfortable on blue terrain. 
Each day includes lunch at Mary Jane. Women’s Mid-Week Clinics are held Jan. 13, Feb. 10, and March 17.  Prices are $89 per session or $420 for all six. (Lift ticket not included.)  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

United States of America Snowboard Association – Halfpipe & Slopestyle
Saturday, Feb 13 - Sunday, Feb. 14
Winter Park Resort is excited to host this two-day national halfpipe and slopestyle event featuring some of the best U.S. athletes.  For more information on the USASA or how to register, visit www.usasa.org. 

Women’s Ski Weekend and Burton Woman’s Ride Camp
Saturday, Feb. 13 - Sunday, Feb. 14
For women looking for an opportunity to improve their skills and ski or ride with similar-minded and skilled ladies, the Women’s Ski Weekend is a two-day session that offers participants the chance to use special Salomon ski equipment while learning from top female coaches.  The Burton Women’s Ride Camp offers equipment demos from Burton. Both camps are only $199 for two full days of coaching, Feb. 13 - 14. (Lift ticket not included.)  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Rocky Mountain Division J3 Junior Olympic Qualifier
Sunday, Feb. 14 - Monday, Feb. 15
This giant slalom and slalom event features regional male and female skiers ages 13 and 14 racing the Hughes trail in hopes of qualifying for the Junior Olympics.  For more information, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com. 

35th Annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup
Friday, Feb. 19 - Sunday, Feb. 21
This event brings together world-class disabled ski racers, Denver celebrities, and amateur skiers and snowboarders of all abilities for a weekend to benefit the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD).  Competitors in the Corporate Cup, a Pro-Am race, assemble a team of five friends, family members or co-workers to compete for cash prizes and bragging rights.  The highlight of the weekend is the World Disabled Invitational, where disabled skiers compete head-to-head on parallel courses.  The Snowplow Sprint is one of the most entertaining events of the weekend as Denver celebrities, former football stars, mascots and children under 12 make their way down a racecourse.  A giant silent auction along with skier hospitality, live entertainment and ice carving demonstrations make for an exciting weekend in Winter Park!  For information, call the NSCD at (303) 293-5315 or visit www.nscd.org.

Mary Jane Bump Jamboree #3
Saturday, Feb. 20
This mogul clinic is designed for everyone from novice bumpers to devoted Mary Jane skiers.  Jamboree includes six hours of coaching with some of Winter Park’s top ski instructors.  Groups are based on ability and goals, from intermediates to experts.  Check-in is from 8:15
a.m. - 8:45 a.m. on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m.  An après party celebrates an invigorating day on the slopes.  Cost is $95; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Mary Jane Tele-Daze Clinic #4
Sunday, Feb. 21
Learn the fundamental skills of telemark skiing from certified telemark instructors that teach both inexperienced and seasoned skiers new skills and more efficient moves. This three-and-a-half-hour clinic meets on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m. Cost is $75 per clinic; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Fourth Annual Ski for NSCD
Sunday, Feb. 21
SKI for NSCD, an online fundraising program in conjunction with the Wells Fargo Cup, invites those who would like to support the NSCD to effortlessly raise money online, win great prizes and be part of the Wells Fargo Ski Cup weekend.  Fundraising incentives include lift tickets, Winter Park lodging and the opportunity to participate in the Corporate Pro-Am race or Snowplow Sprint!  For more information, please visit www.nscd.org or call (303) 293-5311.

Bob’s Ski & Ride School Mogul Camp
Wednesday, Feb. 24 - Friday, Feb. 26
Bob Barnes, Director of Winter Park Ski & Ride School, is known by Ski Magazine as the “bump master” and “mogul guru” and offers a fun approach to conquering moguls with this challenging camp where guests will move from loathing to loving Mary Jane’s infamous bumps.  Spend seven hours per day with Bob Barnes and his group of hand-picked Winter Park Resort instructors.  Guests are grouped by ability.  Cost is $499 per camp and includes bump coaching, indoor sessions with equipment and stance analysis, new equipment demos, personal video analysis and an après ski party. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Rocky Mountain Freestyle Divisional Championships
Friday, Feb. 26 - Sunday, Feb. 28
The top youth freestyle competitors in Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona come to Winter Park Resort for their championship event.  For more information or to volunteer, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.wpcompcenter.com. 

Transworld Snowboarding – Trans-AM Jam
Saturday, Feb. 27
Now in its seventh season, the 2009 Transworld Trans-AM is a grassroots event for up-and-coming amateur snowboarders. Offering never-before-seen snowboard obstacles in a relaxed, fun-filled and futuristic environment, this year’s Trans-Am is set to be the cutting edge amateur event series of the year.  Visit www.rlyrd.com for more information or call at (970) 726-1590. 

Ski & Ride School Steep and Deep Camp
Thursday, March 4 - Saturday, March 6
A three-day intensive camp on the most challenging terrain the resort has to offer.  This class is taught by Winter Park’s top instructors and includes snowmobile access to the Cirque. Skiers and Riders are welcome. Cost is $499 and includes three full days of coaching, video analysis and an après party. All participants must be comfortable on black terrain.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Mary Jane Bump Jamboree #4
Friday, March 6
This mogul clinic is designed for everyone from novice bumpers to devoted Mary Jane skiers.  Jamboree includes six hours of coaching with some of Winter Park’s top ski instructors.  Groups are based on ability and goals, from intermediates to experts.  Check-in is from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m.  An après party celebrates an invigorating day on the slopes.  Cost is $95; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.
  

Bob’s Ski & Ride School Mogul Camp
Friday, March 12 - Sunday, March 14
Bob Barnes, Director of Winter Park Ski & Ride School, is known by Ski Magazine as the “bump master” and “mogul guru” and offers a fun approach to conquering moguls with this challenging camp where guests will move from loathing to loving Mary Jane’s infamous bumps.  Spend seven hours per day with Bob Barnes and his group of hand-picked Winter Park Resort instructors.  Guests are grouped by ability. Cost is $499 per camp and includes bump coaching, indoor sessions with equipment and stance analysis, new equipment demos, personal video analysis and an après ski party. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Winter Park Freeskiing Open, Slopestyle
Saturday, March 13 - Sunday, March 14
Now in its second year, the Winter Park Freeskiing Open was born because of the lack of amateur and professional freeskiing slopestyle opportunities and events. The goal is to have a unique format event, provide the finalist with exposure via a live webcast, and put some money in the pockets of the best freeskiing athletes in the region. We wanted to level the playing field and give sponsored and un-sponsored athletes the same chance to enter and compete for all the finalist spots. No favorites played at this event, so if you want to break into the scene amongst the best – you can do it here.  For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com.  

Mary Jane Tele – Daze Clinic #5
Sunday, March 14
Learn the fundamental skills of telemark skiing from certified telemark instructors that teach both inexperienced and seasoned skiers new skills and more efficient moves. This three-and-a-half-hour clinic meets on Level 3 of the Mary Jane Center from 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and participants are on the slopes by 9 a.m. Cost is $75 per clinic; lift ticket not included.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

USSA Rocky/Central J4 Junior Olympics
Tuesday, March 16 - Saturday, March 20
Watch as the best 11 and 12-year-old racers in the Rockies and the central U.S. compete in this championship event featuring super-G, giant slalom, and slalom events.  The Junior Olympics is the first step on the development path to making the U.S. Ski Team.  Racers from 18 states compete at this event.  Races are held on Winter Park Resort’s Hughes trail.  For more information or to volunteer, contact the Winter Park Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.skiwinterpark.com/competition/j4jos.htm.

Women’s Mid-Week Clinics #3,
Wednesday, March 17
These sessions are for female skiers looking to improve their skills in a one-day setting with Winter Park Resort’s top female coaches.  Starting with a skills analysis, guests receive individual coaching on style and technique. Skiers must be comfortable on blue terrain. 
Each day includes lunch at Mary Jane. Women’s Mid-Week Clinics are held Jan. 13, Feb. 10, and March 17.  Prices are $89 per session or $420 for all six. (Lift ticket not included.)  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Winter Park Amateur Freeride Series – King of the Grommets
Saturday, March 20
Set in Winter Park Resort’s Lower Rail Yard terrain park, the Winter Park Amatuer Championships Freeride Series is open to competitors age 10 and up. Competitors are judged and scored on their maneuvers within a course that includes rails and a variety of jumps.  There are separate divisions for skiers and boarders.  Cost is $25 if pre-registered and $35 on the day of the event.  Participants ages 13 and under receive $10 off single-event prices.  For more information and to register, call the Competition Center at (970) 726-1590 or visit www.rlyrd.com.

Invest-in-Kids 12th Annual Jane-A-Thon
Saturday, March 20 (TENTATIVE)
The Invest In Kids Jane-A-Thon is entering it's second decade at the Mary Jane at Winter Park Resort. Participants in the annual event make as many runs as possible down the legendary bumps at Mary Jane in an effort to raise money for Colorado children in need. The pledge based fund raising event is open to the public. Information on the event and Invest-In-Kids details can be found at www.IIK.org.  

NASTAR National Championship Race at Winter Park Resort
Wednesday, March 23 - Sunday, March 28
The culminating event of the Nature Valley NASTAR season is the National Championships, which brings together participants of all ages and abilities from across the country to compete for National Titles and enjoy three days of spirited competition, celebration, and fun.  Participants qualify by being ranked in the top three in their age & gender category in their division at any NASTAR resort as of Feb. 15.  For the 2008-2009 season, an incredible 1,040 competitors ranging in ages from three to 90 from 44 states, five countries and 105 resorts made their way to Steamboat Resort to compete for National Titles with over 3,500 ski enthusiasts in attendance.  For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com.

18th Annual Tom's Terrific Cross Country Downhill
Saturday, April 3
This five-kilometer "mostly downhill" fun race benefits junior skiers in the Competition Center. The race begins at 5 p.m. outside Winter Park Resort’s Lodge at Sunspot. The course involves some uphill sections and follows mostly green terrain. Waves of 10 racers start
every minute on the equipment of their choice. Past participants have raced on alpine, telemark, cross-country skis, snowboards and ski-boards. For more information, call the
Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Winter Park Resort’s Spring Blast presented by Snickers– Party at the Park!
Saturday, April 3 - Sunday, April 4
Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Winter Park Spring Blast. Relax on the decks of the Derailer Bar with drink specials and live music; shop the end of the season blowout sales in base area shops; get free bump tips from the Winter Park Ski & Ride School; and watch the area's best freeride competitors in rail jam competitions and demos. For more information,
call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Wells Fargo Golden Bunny Classic Fun Race and Candy Hunt
Sunday, April 4
Winter Park Willie and the Easter Bunny deliver holiday fun with an on-mountain candy hunt in Discovery Park as well as a base area egg hunt for tiny tots and non-skiing kids.  The “Bunny Race” has been an Easter tradition for more than 30 years for children ages 10 and under.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Winter Park Resort’s Spring Blast presented by Snickers– Family Weekend!
Saturday, April 10 - Sunday, April 11
Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Winter Park Spring Blast. Relax on the decks of the Derailer Bar with drink specials and live music; shop the end of the season blowout sales in base area shops; get free bump tips from the Winter Park Ski & Ride School; and watch the area's best freeride competitors in rail jam competitions and demos. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Winter Park Resort’s Spring Blast presented by Snickers– Throwback to the 80s!
Saturday, April 17 - Sunday, April 18
Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Winter Park Spring Blast. Relax on the decks of the Derailer Bar with drink specials and live music; shop the end of the season blowout sales in base area shops; get free bump tips from the Winter Park Ski & Ride School; and watch the area's best freeride competitors in rail jam competitions and demos. For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Coca-Cola® Classic Spring Splash at Winter Park – Official Closing Day
Sunday, April 18
In its 42nd year, Winter Park Resort’s Spring Splash is one of the resort’s oldest traditions.  The athletics begin at 12 p.m. as spectators watch skiers and snowboarders struggle through numerous obstacles on the race course on Larry Sale trail.  Participants must skim across a pond of icy water to reach the finish line and post a time.  Live music enhances the festive atmosphere.  All this action marks closing day at Winter Park Resort.  For more information, call the Winter Park Guest Services Information Hotline at (970) 726-1564 or visit www.winterparkresort.com.