and THAT was January 2010.

With the first month of 2010 behind us we look forward to a fun/event filled February here at Brimacombe. Check out our events calendar on the homepage of our website at www.brimacombe.ca for more information.


Ladies are you planning to attended "Ladies' Day at the Brim"?

Buy your tickets now before it's too late!

February 22 8:30am to 7:00pm

Spend some time with the girls, Monday, February 22 as Brimacombe hosts the return of the Ladies' Day! From 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes all in the name of a great cause; all proceeds will be donated to Bethesda House.

Tickets are now on sale at Brimacombe's Main Office in the East Chalet or by calling (905)983-5983!

Your exclusive ticket is only $90, or buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Cash and credit will be accepted.

Your Ladies' Day 2010 ticket includes...
• Exclusive access to the slopes
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Live entertainment
• Giveaways, demos and more!

About Bethesda House
Bethesda House has provided a wide range of services to women and their families dealing with domestic abuse in Durham Region since 1995.

In partnership with our community, Bethesda House provides secure shelter and woman-centered advocacy and support to women and their children, to empower them to live free from fear, domestic abuse and oppression.

Services include;
- 24 hour telephone crisis counselling
- Secure, temporary shelter for women with and without children
- Child & Youth Worker support to shelter mothers and children
- 1:1 and group counselling to both shelter and community clients
- Community-based 1:1 and group counselling for youth (both female and male)
- Educational workshops and presentations


To learn more about Bethesda House, please visit bethesdahouse.ca

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Next Saturday, February 6, 2010, the fine folks from SKI TELEMARK will be on site offering Telemark ski rentals and lessons! Looking for something to put the challenge back into your favourite winter activity? Telemark skiing is for you!
Last year I gave it a shot, my instructor Holly did a great job at teaching this old dog some new tricks and it definitely made each run a new experience here at the Brim!

Keith W. cuts a sweet line through the Bowl today on his telemark skis.


Ben's Bump was full of action today as the Brimacombe Racing club hosted a fast paced race.


Our "snow monster" seems to be retreating back into nature...



Brimacombe Snow School instructors riding the Standard chair for some early morning "sessioning"


A peak at our East Chalet from above...


Each time I travel through the Main terrain Park I am amazed by the talent of our skiers and riders.





Copper D. and Andrew V. getting some air in the Main Park.





Outside my window the snow making crew is preparing to fire up the system on the Standard, and Bowl runs. Mother Nature is kicking in a bit from above as well hopefully you're getting some snow on your lawn too!

Make plans to join us for FAMILY DAY, we will be OPEN Monday February 15, 2010!

Take care, see you on the slopes!

Cheers,
Mark

and THAT was

Brisk at the Brim!

It was brisk on the slopes of Brimacombe today but the sun shone brightly from above making for some ideal ski and snowboarding weather!


THIS day, was JAY GALL APPROVED!


Lesson time.


Ben's and Bowl couldn't get much finer.


The Challenger run was no challenge for this young lad.


A peak at our West Chalet from the top of Flyer...


...have a rest in front of the warm fire on a "brisk" day.


Snow....we made PILES this past week.


Chris H. enjoying the day coaching.


Trend setter Adam M...everything old is new again.


"Quicks Draw McCraw" ripping up the race course.


Riding the Bowl Chair


As has become tradition...my annual snap shot of these "good looking" gents Al and Jerry riding the Bowl chair.


The BBQ was serving up some quality eats....served by Debbie and Josh (I had the "Brim Burger")


Our ONSITE DEMO tent ready and waiting to help you find the perfect pair of skis! Don't forget all Skis, Boards, Boots, Poles and Outerwear are now on sale for 30% off msl!


Chris setting up a set of bindings.


Even if you didn't have skis or a snowboard on your feet, it was a nice day to just kick back on the deck.


Tomorrow's forecast looks like a little warmer version of today, load up your gear and head out to the Brim to play!

Another day in paradise on the Brim!
Cheers,
Mark

Take THAT January!

Can you believe that we have entered the LAST WEEKEND IN JANUARY 2010? Time flies when you're having fun!


Taken Jan 29, 2010


Winter is back with a vengeance, and the conditions are tops! We've been hammering out the snow for the last couple of days and these low temperatures have allowed us to produce some premium product so make some plans to ski or ride the Brim this weekend!

While your checking out our slopes, stop into the Brimacombe Proshop retail store and check out our deals!

30% off msl on all SKIS, BOARDS, BOOTS, POLES, and OUTERWEAR

Don't forget, EVERY dollar spent at your store, the onsite Brimacombe Proshop and rentals, goes directly back into the operations of BRIMACOMBE!



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94.9 The Rock Presents MEN'S DAY AT BRIMACOMBE!

On Monday, February 8, 2010 it's "boys only" at the Brim, as 94.9 The Rock presents Men's Day 2010 at Brimacombe. From 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes all in the name of a great cause; all proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) in Durham.

Be aware, only a limited number of tickets will be available, and these will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis only!

Tickets are on sale now at the Main Office in Brimacombe's East Chalet or by calling 905.983.5983!

Your exclusive ticket is only $90, or buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Cash and credit will be accepted.

Your Men's Day 2010 ticket includes...
• Exclusive access to the slopes
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner with a "meat" theme
• Live entertainment
• Giveaways, demos and more!

Here's a peak at some of the great prizes to be won...

1/4 of Black Angus freezer beef, locally raised by Dawe Farms.
Jamie Kennedy/Gilead Bistro – Dinner For two (excluding drinks)
Deluxe Toronto, Private Screening for 50 -at their studios-
Golf Rounds for Newcastle Golf Course
Xbox games and DVD prize packs and giveaways from Astral (The Movie Network).
$100 Sporting Life Certificates
$50 Gift Certificates from Frosty John's
Ski Can vouchers ($300, and $200) towards trips for 2 to any Skican Western Canada resort.
Reusch Gloves
Lorpen Socks


About the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS)
The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of skiing for persons with disabilities. This national organization has many provincial and regional programs, including CADS Durham, but each is committed to the same idea that “SKIING IS FUN FOR EVERYONE“.

To learn more about CADS, please visit disabledskiing.ca

About CADS Durham
The CADS Durham program operates out of Brimacombe seven Sundays of each season starting the second Sunday after New Year's. Each session lasts about two hours. Trained volunteers are matched with participants, providing support and helping those with who are physically and intellectually challenged learn to ski with confidence.

To learn more about CADS Ontario and CADS Durham, please visit disabledskiingontario.com

If you plan to attend, please be sure and purchase your tickets by Sunday January 31, 2010.

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It's Back! LADIES' DAY AT THE BRIM on Feb. 22!

Spend some time with the girls, Monday, February 22 as Brimacombe hosts the return of the Ladies' Day! From 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes all in the name of a great cause; all proceeds will be donated to Bethesda House.

Be aware, only a limited number of tickets will be available, and these will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis only!

Tickets are now on on at the Main Office in Brimacombe's East Chalet or by calling 905.983.5983!

Your exclusive ticket is only $90, or buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Cash and credit will be accepted.

Your Ladies' Day 2010 ticket includes...
• Exclusive access to the slopes
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Live entertainment
• Giveaways, demos and more!

About Bethesda House
Bethesda House has provided a wide range of services to women and their families dealing with domestic abuse in Durham Region since 1995.

In partnership with our community, Bethesda House provides secure shelter and woman-centered advocacy and support to women and their children, to empower them to live free from fear, domestic abuse and oppression.

Services include;
- 24 hour telephone crisis counselling
- Secure, temporary shelter for women with and without children
- Child & Youth Worker support to shelter mothers and children
- 1:1 and group counselling to both shelter and community clients
- Community-based 1:1 and group counselling for youth (both female and male)
- Educational workshops and presentations
To learn more about Bethesda House, please visit bethesdahouse.ca.

***

Planning for Family Day? Don't forget we will be OPEN Family Day, Monday February 15, 2010.

We have a busy month ahead of us, check out our events calendar on our home page at www.brimacombe.ca for more details.

A great day at the Brim...
Cheers,
Mark

The RETURN of winter

What a difference a few days make! We seem to be back into the swing of winter out here at the Brim, snow making kicked back into gear last night and continues as I write and natural snow fell in squalls for most of the day today. The effect Monday's rain had seems to be reversed now that the groomers have taken a few passes over our refrozen surface...game on.

On more than a few occasions today snow squalls filled the air...
(this was snow...not fog)


By mid afternoon the sun had cut through the overcast skies...and blue began to spread across the horizon


***

94.9 The Rock Presents MEN'S DAY AT BRIMACOMBE!

On Monday, February 8, 2010 it's "boys only" at the Brim, as 94.9 The Rock presents Men's Day 2010 at Brimacombe. From 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes all in the name of a great cause; all proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) in Durham.

Be aware, only a limited number of tickets will be available, and these will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis only!

Tickets are on sale now at the Main Office in Brimacombe's East Chalet or by calling 905.983.5983!

Your exclusive ticket is only $90, or buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Cash and credit will be accepted.

Your Men's Day 2010 ticket includes...
• Exclusive access to the slopes
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner with a "meat" theme
• Live entertainment
• Giveaways, demos and more!

Here's a peak at some of the great prizes to be won...

1/4 of Black Angus freezer beef, locally raised by Dawe Farms.
Jamie Kennedy/Gilead Bistro – Dinner For two (excluding drinks)
Deluxe Toronto, Private Screening for 50 -at their studios-
Golf Rounds for Newcastle Golf Course
Xbox games and DVD prize packs and giveaways from Astral (The Movie Network).
$100 Sporting Life Certificates
$50 Gift Certificates from Frosty John's
Ski Can vouchers ($300, and $200) towards trips for 2 to any Skican Western Canada resort.
Reusch Gloves
Lorpen Socks


About the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS)
The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of skiing for persons with disabilities. This national organization has many provincial and regional programs, including CADS Durham, but each is committed to the same idea that “SKIING IS FUN FOR EVERYONE“.

To learn more about CADS, please visit disabledskiing.ca

About CADS Durham
The CADS Durham program operates out of Brimacombe seven Sundays of each season starting the second Sunday after New Year's. Each session lasts about two hours. Trained volunteers are matched with participants, providing support and helping those with who are physically and intellectually challenged learn to ski with confidence.

To learn more about CADS Ontario and CADS Durham, please visit disabledskiingontario.com

If you plan to attend, please be sure and purchase your tickets by Sunday January 31, 2010.

***

It's Back! LADIES' DAY AT THE BRIM on Feb. 22!

Spend some time with the girls, Monday, February 22 as Brimacombe hosts the return of the Ladies' Day! From 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes all in the name of a great cause; all proceeds will be donated to Bethesda House.

Be aware, only a limited number of tickets will be available, and these will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis only!

Tickets are now on on at the Main Office in Brimacombe's East Chalet or by calling 905.983.5983!

Your exclusive ticket is only $90, or buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Cash and credit will be accepted.

Your Ladies' Day 2010 ticket includes...
• Exclusive access to the slopes
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Live entertainment
• Giveaways, demos and more!

About Bethesda House
Bethesda House has provided a wide range of services to women and their families dealing with domestic abuse in Durham Region since 1995.

In partnership with our community, Bethesda House provides secure shelter and woman-centered advocacy and support to women and their children, to empower them to live free from fear, domestic abuse and oppression.

Services include;
- 24 hour telephone crisis counselling
- Secure, temporary shelter for women with and without children
- Child & Youth Worker support to shelter mothers and children
- 1:1 and group counselling to both shelter and community clients
- Community-based 1:1 and group counselling for youth (both female and male)
- Educational workshops and presentations
To learn more about Bethesda House, please visit bethesdahouse.ca.

***

Planning for Family Day? Don't forget we will be OPEN Family Day, Monday February 15, 2010.

***

Another fantastic day at the Brim!
Cheers,
Mark

What did the rain do to Brimacombe?

The Big question...What did the rain do to the slopes of Brimacombe?

Our snow fared well considering it rained hard throughout the night Sunday and for most of the day Monday. You might think that we have little but mud and grass left, but this simply is not the case...our front lawn is WHITE AND SNOWY!

Here's the proof, these photos were taken late this afternoon (Jan 26, 2010)



Now, that's not to say we didn't have some negative effects. We are experiencing some wet spots across our terrain, these will dry up as the water drains away and the temperatures drop. A few areas are getting thin, but we hope to resolve this over the next couple of days when the temperatures drop and snow making can begin again. All in all, the hill still looks good and we have not lost any of our open terrain. Those that were out today commented that the conditions were good ("better than they thought").

It's been lightly snowing on and off here all day, and another grooming will improve the conditions that much more...don't let your front lawn fool you, come see for yourself!

Cheers,
Mark

The "R" word

As I travelled around Brimacombe yesterday people kept asking...."Is it going to rain tomorrow?". I promised I'd let them know tonight...Yup, it rained. ;) HOWEVER, it was a fabulous day for skiing, the rain did not start falling until around 3pm, and wasn't heavy until we were shutting down for the night. If the forecast deterred you from coming out you missed a great day at the Brim!

I watch the weather forecasts -I like a good suspense story like anyone else- but I'm noticing a trend that has been growing over the last several years and maybe you have too. The media seems to want to keep us inside.

"It's going to be a cold one out there...better stay inside!"
"A storm front is moving in...expect a DUMP of 5cm...if you don't have to go anywhere.....better stay inside" (BTW...5cm is not a "storm")
"It's going to be cloudy, with sunny periods. Expect some rain changing to snow with a high of 5* and a low of -15*, just to be safe...better stay inside" Ok, I completely made that one up....but sometimes I think the weather guessers throw a bit of everything into their forecasts when they're just not sure about whats going to happen.

When did winter become such a gloomy story in the media? When did cold weather become a reason to hide inside our homes....and snow meant the sky was falling? We as avid skiers and snowboarders know that the above examples scream SNOW SPORTS but for those not "in the know", those with dusty skis and green lawns in January, those leery to make plans when there may be a "chance" of something other than sunny skies...they need our encouragement to take winter by the horns and get outside!

Oliver O did just that today. With the rain gently falling from the sky, Oliver took his first ever runs on skis


This rain will have little to no effect on our conditions, the skiing is still great, fantastic in fact. We hope to fire the snow making system back up this week to build up the base depth so please expect some temporary run closures.

We had a fun weekend here at the Brim, with many more to come! Join us for some "down" time.

Cheers,
Mark

That was a MONSTER of a day!

If fun was controlled by a dial that went to 10....today was an 11...maybe even 12.

The temperature was nice, the sun was shining, and the snow was perfect. The proof is in the pictures...




Chris, Sue and company enjoying a day on the slopes.


Micheal D, taking it all in.


The park was a happening place today....Stephan and crew installed the NEW 37' street style rail and made some changes to a few other features.


Feeling the flow in the jump line.








The Series opener in the SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER RAIL JAM SERIES just wrapped up...A special thank-you to our sponsors.

Brimacombe Proshop
MONSTER Energy
Scotties Skis and Boards - Whitby
Clarke Sommerville Sports - Cobourg
Elan
Nomis

These events would not be possible without the generousity of these fine folks!















Check out the events calender on our home page www.brimacombe.ca for more information on upcoming events...there's a ton of fun to come.

Cheers,
Mark