We are expecting up to 4 cm of good ol' natural snow over night which will only boost our already fantastic conditions. Our snow making season for all intents and purposes has ended, we pumped 30% more water through our snow making system this year over last and have built ample reserve on our open terrain to take us through to the end of the season. I am regularly asked if we will be opening any terrain west of the West Chair, we had hoped to have Rutherford's Cut, Challenger and Whistler open this past weekend after the huge dumping from the skies however after packing it as best as possible the wind crept up over night and blew enough snow off the steeps to leave us without adequate depth. That being said it stills looks positive -should we get more natural snow- as what remains will help provide the much needed base we will need to open on 100% natural snow.
I think I may have touched on this in another at the Brim blog but it's an important fact that our decision to expand our snow making pond this past summer played a major role in our abilities to recover terrain after the two "January thaws" we experienced this season. We had continual uninterrupted access to more water than we have EVER pumped to the hill to be converted to SNOW...we never ran out once even after increasing our "gallons per minute"...we made more snow faster! With the project planned for completion this summer we timed the wrap up of snow making carefully with the shut down of our recharge system to leave the pond as low as possible so that we would not have to pump out and waste valuable water and energy. A portion of our snow making pond can be seen from the top of our mid western runs...here are a few shots of the construction this past summer;
The "original" pond (Half dug in the mid 90's half in the early 2000's).
This summers expansion during construction. The equipment in the background of this photo is parked in a similar location as the white truck in the first picture...it was a BIG DIG!
Thank-you for your continued support in these trying times, in 76 years we have seen many highs, lows, dips and curves and we have found our way through them all. Brimacombe remains one of Ontario's most popular ski and snowboarding facilities and we will continue to strive to maintain that brand.
As I wrap up this post it is STILL SNOWING at Brimacombe!
It was another day in Paradise,
Cheers,
Mark
WE ARE OPEN FOR FAMILY DAY
-MONDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2013!!-
All terrain and facilities currently available for weekend skiing (Park Ave through Clubhouse Run plus the Vault and Piggy Bank terrain parks) WILL BE OPEN from 9am to 4:30pm Monday February 18, 2013.
Regular weekend/holiday rates apply
Join us for some quality family downtime at Brimacombe!
SEASON BLOWOUT!
50% OFF EVERYTHING IN-STORE
If you've been waiting for the perfect time to buy some new ski or snowboard gear, this is it! Enjoy savings of 50% off on everything in-store including skis, snowboards, poles, underwear, outerwear and much more!
Only at Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store.
50% off Skis, Snowboards, Bindings & Poles!
50% off Jackets, Pants, Long Underwear & Gloves!
50% off EVERYTHING!!!
Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store
via Gate 4, 4098 Durham Road 9, Orono
p: (905) 983-7669 ext. 226
e: slopeside@brimacombe.ca
Please note: Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers.
All discounts based on Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSL)
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BRIMFEST IS COMING - MARCH 2 & 3
Join us for a weekend-long celebration on the slopes - perfect for the entire family! Enjoy live music, contests, tons of events, displays, giveaways and more!Events Included in Brimfest:
Saturday, March 2
• 2-for-1 Discover Packages
(includes lift ticket, rental & lesson) 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• Retro Costume Contest
• Mini Putt - Sponsored by Putting Edge Whitby!
• Live Music - Sponsored by 94.9 the Rock & KX96 FM
• Apres Ski Party - Sponsored by Clarington Tourism
- Back by popular demand - The Stone Sparrows!
- Cash Bar and munchie specials!
• Demos, Displays and more!
• Annual Bambi Jump Competition
Sunday, March 3
• Pancake Breakfast
• Crack the Vault Park Challenge
• Facepainting
• Mini putt
• Live Music
• Vendors and Demo Tents
• Prizes, Giveaways and more!
• Crack the Vault Park Challenge - Watch in awe as as skiers and riders attempt to stomp tricks for big points and huge prizes!
Come out and celebrate the winter season with friends and family at the Brim!
Full Schedule coming soon.
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-MARCH 3-
Brimacombe's 2013
Crack The Vault Challenge
Brimacombe is proud to present the return of Crack the Vault Challenge
brought to you by Oakley, 686, Rome, Scotties, Monster and Brimacombe's own Slopeside Retail Store.
The BIGGEST Terrain Park challenge is going down
Sunday, March 3, 2013.
The Run Down
Registration and Sign-in starts at 9:00 a.m. day of the comp
Registration and Sign-in ends at 11:00 a.m. day of the comp
Mandatory Riders Meeting @ 11:15 a.m. in the middle of the park
Comp starts at 11:30 a.m. with jam session
1 hour jam session
Qualifiers will begin at 1:30 p.m.
Finals will begin at 3:00 p.m.
Big prizes and awards will follow!
Comp Format
One hour Jam Session (controlled drop-ins)
Riders will be scored on the tricks they can throw down, biggest tricks stomped puts you in the finals
Skier 13-17 years old and Skier 18 and over categories and snowboard 13-17 years and 18 and over categories
Female Open Ski and Snowboard
Awards for top three finishers and best trick in each division
Park passes are required
** Riders must be 13 years of age or older! **
Entry
$40 for Competition and Competition Lift pass (Boulevard Chair Only pass to access the Park)
Brimacombe members pay only $25 for Competition Registration
All events are weather dependent, please check our website or call our Snow Line at (905) 983-7669 before heading out!
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NEW MEMBERS SKI FOR FREE!
Invest in over 75 years of history.
Our New Member Promotion is
back!
Purchase a pass for next season (2013/14) anytime after February 8th and
you'll ski (or ride) the remainder of this season for FREE!
Plus, we'll treat you to next season's pass at this season's rates!
There's never been a better time to join the Brimacombe family. Enjoy unlimited access to the slopes and facilities for one set rate. You'll love the freedom, flexibility and, of course, the savings of membership because the more you ski or snowboard the less it costs per day!
2013/14 Passes are on sale
NOW!
Did we mention the PERKS of a Membership?
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Ski Telemark @ Brimacombe
Location: Base of the Standard Run
February 16 9:00am to February 16 4:00pm
Join Ski Telemark at Brimacombe
and try it out for yourself!
