SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

THE NEWS YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!

In the fall of 2011, we announced our commitment to purchase a new chairlift with a goal of installing it in the Standard area during the summer of 2012.

We asked you to support our efforts by supporting Brimacombe and everything we have to offer.

We reminded you that “every dollar spent here, stays here” and goes directly back into the facilities, and you – our members and guests - showed us that you support our commitment by supporting your club!

It’s no secret that the 2011/12 season was a tough one weather wise, but in our 75 years of history we have seen our share of challenges, while continuing to keep our focus on the future and striving to meet our expansion and facility improvement goals. With your continued support and our commitment to grow our club successfully into the future, we have decided to make this chairlift a reality and install it this summer!

We did this with your support!
The enthusiasm and support of our members and guests is what has made the Oshawa Ski Club, now Brimacombe, so amazing these past 75 years. On behalf of your Board of Directors and Management Team, thank you so much for the interest and support you have shown for this project, which is now set to break ground in the coming months.

Our new lift…
After working through a long process of analysis and discussion we have decided to contract Leitner-Poma Canada Inc. to build and install our new lift. This new fourth chairlift will be a fixed-grip, four-person chair with a special twist!

In order to increase uphill efficiency and reduce the challenges to new skiers and snowboarders we have opted to install an automatic Compac Loading Conveyor!

Loading conveyors are relatively new on the market and very few resorts in Ontario can lay claim to having a system like this to improve the experience of loading a fixed grip lift. Loading conveyors offer all of the ease of loading of a detachable chairlift making the experience ideal for everyone from beginner to expert, while reducing slowdowns and stops originating in the load area.

The lift will travel from the bottom east side of the Standard run and off-load between the Standard and Bowl chairlifts. This will allow easy access from all of our eastern terrain at the bottom, while servicing all terrain from the Standard run east at the top, with easy access to Ladies' Downhill, Ben’s Bump and Bowl!

This new lift will greatly improve overall flow and uphill capacity in this area getting you to where you want to be sooner, on the slopes!

Thank you!
Investments like this new chair keep Brimacombe an exciting and fun place to ski and snowboard, but, most importantly, they help to ensure we are sustainable for years to come by maintaining a modern infrastructure. We are dedicated to providing the quality of facilities you have become used to over the past 75 years, and with your continued support we will continue to build a strong future for your club.

Have a great summer!

75 Days of Free Swag: Day Seventy-One

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!
The party is free and will run from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

DAY SEVENTY-ONE: TRIVIA

What special promotion is available for college and university students over Reading Week?

To Enter: Email your answer to 75days@brimacombe.ca or send a private message to Brimacombe Orono on Facebook before midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win some free Brimacombe swag.

Hint: Information about all our events and sales can be found on the Brimacombe home page.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, February 21, 2012, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Seventy

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY FIFTY-THREE: GUESS HOW MANY SKIS!

The closest person to guess the number of skis in this picture correctly (without going over) will win a pair of lift tickets!

To Enter: Email your answer to 75days@brimacombe.ca or send a private message to Brimacombe Orono on Facebook before midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win a pair of free Brimacombe lift tickets.

'Price is Right' Rules in effect: The winning guess will be the closest to the number without going over!

The contest will close at midnight tonight, February 20, 2012, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

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The BEST day.

If you were at the Brim today you would agree....today was an awesome day to be outdoors with skis or a snowboard strapped to your feet.
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I could use lots of adjectives to describe the kind of day it was....but as is often the case, pictures will do a better job.

The Home Development racers ended their season with an action packed race on the Standard Run,

The conditions are SUPERB!

Preparing to descend Richards' Landing (the jump hill in its previous life),

Whistler and T-bar 8,

A quick lesson at the top of Rutherford's cut,

Rippin' up the Challenger,

CSPS'er Al K. visiting our slopes from a far off club,

Over the hills and far away,

Getting some race practice in....it's "finals" season,

Everyday is a great day for learning,

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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.

SAVE!50% on Skis, Snowboards, Bindings & Poles!
50% on Jackets, Pants, Long Underwear & Gloves!

 

50% on 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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BRIMACOMBE IS OPEN FAMILY DAY!

Join us at Brimacombe for Family Day on Monday, February 20, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm!
PLUS.. Receive a FREE BOGO lift ticket coupon, for a return visit, with the purchase of two full-day lift tickets on Family Day!

Buy any combination of two (2) Full Day Pee Wee, Student, Adult and/or Senior Brimacombe lift tickets at regular price on February 20, 2012 and receive one (1) Buy One, Get One Free lift ticket coupon, valid Tuesday to Friday from February 21 to March 9, 2012.
While supplies last. Both lift tickets must be purchased in the same transaction

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Tomorrow promises to be a carbon copy of today....celebrate FAMILY DAY with us here at the Brim and take home a swell goggle tan!

SNOW

Yes, SNOW....we got it, about 5"-6" to be exact. The sun has just broke the cloud cover after an entire day of heavy snowfall.
Here are a few pictures to illustrate what our day has been like at the Brim.

Brimacombe Ski Racing held their "Skills Day" today, a fun way to wrap up the season,

Clark S. happy to be on the slopes,

Once again, it looks like winter, heavy snow is loading the trees, and the lawns on the drive here are surely covered with white gold.

Tomorrow will be a great day to enjoy some time outdoors on the slopes of Brimacombe....and don't forget we are OPEN MONDAY FEB 20, 2012 for FAMILY DAY 9am to 4:30pm.

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 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.

SAVE!
50% on Skis, Snowboards, Bindings & Poles!
50% on Jackets, Pants, Long Underwear & Gloves!50% on 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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BRIMACOMBE IS OPEN FAMILY DAY!

Join us at Brimacombe for Family Day on Monday, February 20, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm!
PLUS.. Receive a FREE BOGO lift ticket coupon, for a return visit, with the purchase of two full-day lift tickets on Family Day!

Buy any combination of two (2) Full Day Pee Wee, Student, Adult and/or Senior Brimacombe lift tickets at regular price on February 20, 2012 and receive one (1) Buy One, Get One Free lift ticket coupon, valid Tuesday to Friday from February 21 to March 9, 2012.
While supplies last. Both lift tickets must be purchased in the same transaction

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Brimacombe invites you to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Oshawa Ski Club with a night of fun, family and camaraderie, as we reflect on our rich history and celebrate Brimacombe’s bright future.

All past, present and future fans of Brimacombe and the Oshawa Ski Club are welcome.

February 25, 2012
4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Brimacombe’s East Chalet
4098 Durham Road 9, Orono Ontario L0B 1M0
Après Ski Attire

• Complimentary Appetizers • Cash Bar
• Music & Dancing • Door prizes & giveaways

Featuring a commemorative exhibition of historical photos,videos and memorabilia

***ATTENTION ALL COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS From Tuesday to Friday during Reading Week, all college and university students receive 20% off a full-day lift ticket!
Plus, because every college/university seems to have a different reading week, this special will be two weeks long...
Week One: Tuesday, February 21 to Friday, February 24

Week Two: Tuesday, February 28 to Friday, March 2
Important Things to Note:
• Students must show a valid college or university I.D. to receive the discount.
• Discount is only valid on Full-Day rates from Tuesday to Friday. Evenings, Weekends and Family Day are not included.

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It’s an exciting time here at Brimacombe!Not only are we celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the founding of the Oshawa Ski Club, but the financial success of the past couple seasons has also allowed your Management Team and Board of Directors to move ahead with growth plans for your Club’s future success.

As a first step in this long-term plan, we have committed to the purchase and installation of a new fourth chairlift to be installed in the Standard run area. Our goal is to install the new chair as soon as this coming Summer 2012, but we need your help to ensure we meet this goal. The approximate cost of a new quad chair is $1.6 million. We have already saved about $1 million towards this project, and only need to earn the additional $600,000 this winter to make a new chair a reality this coming summer. We can do this with your support!


You’ve probably heard us say it before, but in case you haven’t I’ll say it again, “Every dollar spent here, stays here!” As a not-for-profit ski and snowboard area, every dollar you spend on-site at Brimacombe is invested back into the facility, contributing to projects such as our new chairlift. It makes supporting your facility easy, and in fact most of you have been doing it already!

Let’s work together to raise the remaining funds and secure a new chairlift by Summer 2012.

Here are four easy ways you can help:


1. Bring someone new to Brimacombe
Do you know someone who would love skiing or snowboarding at Brimacombe? Take the initiative and invite them to try our slopes. Not only could you gain a new ski buddy, but every rental, lift ticket and membership sold also contributes to the purchase of our new chairlift.


2. Shop at Brimacombe’s Slopeside Retail Store
The next time you’re shopping for equipment, apparel and accessories, visit Brimacombe’s Slopeside Retail Store with one location only, conveniently located at the base of Brimacombe. Not only will you discover excellent selection and competitive pricing, but every hard-earned dollar you spend will also support the installation of our new chairlift. No other shop can do that, because Brimacombe does not operate a store in the hamlet of Kirby, Oshawa or any other town!


3. Book a lesson
Is there someone you know who wants to learn to ski or snowboard, or could you yourself use a refresher? Not only will a lesson increase the likelihood that a new skier or snowboarder will stick with the sport, but every lesson booked at Brimacombe’s award winning Snow School will also contribute dollars towards our new chairlift!


4. Treat yourself to lunch
Take advantage of Brimacombe’s on-site food services at the East and West Chalets, as well as the Snack Hut at the top of Standard. Every food and beverage purchase helps raise funds for our new chairlift and meet our goal to have it installed by Summer 2012.


The enthusiasm and support of our members is what has made the Oshawa Ski Club, now Brimacombe, so amazing these past 75 years. On behalf of your Board of Directors and Management Team, thank you so much for your continued support this season as we continue to grow and work together to raise funds to meet our goal of installing a new chairlift by the coming Summer 2012.

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It's been another day in Paradise,

Cheers,

Mark



75 Days of Free Swag: Day Fifty

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY FIFTY: STUMP THE NEW GUY

With three months under his belt, it's time to test the Brimacombe IQ of Chris Cabral, our newest member in the Brimacombe Marketing Department. Be the first person to call him with a question about Brimacombe that he can't answer, and you'll receive some free swag!

To Enter: Call (905) 983-7669, extension 295, STARTING RIGHT NOW! And don't forget to mention you're calling about the Day 50 contest in Brimacombe's 75 Days of Free Swag.

Rule #1: Chris has ten (10) seconds to answer the question
Rule #2: The question must refer to something about Brimacombe!

The contest will close as soon as our new guy fails to answer a question today, January 31, 2012, and a winner's name will be announced immediately after on our Brimacombe fan page.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 25 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day 47 & 48

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY 47 & 48: COME TO SLOPESIDE

Visit Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store this weekend and be entered for a chance to win a pair of free lift tickets. And don't forget about Slopeside's massive sale happening this week only!

• 10% off ski poles
• 20% off long underwear
• 30% off snowboards and bindings
• 40% off skis and bindings
• 50% off jackets and pants
  

To Enter: Simply visit Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store, located at 4098 Regional Road 9 in Orono, any time this Saturday and Sunday, and fill out a ballot. Slopeside will be open for business from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday and 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. A winner of two free lift tickets will be selected for each day. No purchase necessary. Contest entry must be completed before 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 28 and 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 29, 2012.

Please Note: No purchase necessary.

If you would like to see Slopeside's featured products for this new season, check out the online catalogue.

The names of winners will be chosen at random on Monday, January 30, 2011 morning. Be sure to visit the Brimacombe Fan Page on Monday to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 27 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Forty-Six

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY FORTY-SIX: RIDDLE ME THIS

It's winter and you're lost in the woods. You only have one match. There's a stove and a candle to keep you warm... what do you light first?

To Enter: Email your answer to 75days@brimacombe.ca or send a private message to Brimacombe Orono on Facebook before midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win some free Brimacombe swag.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, January 27, 2012, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 29 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Forty-Five

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY FORTY-FIVE: WHAT ELSE STARTED IN 1937?

Brimacombe has enjoyed 75 amazing years, even with its beginnings rooted from the heart of the Great Depression. What else beat the odds despite their unfavourable start date?

To Enter: Tell us what else began in 1937 (a company that was established, an event that began, a person who was born, anything!) on the Brimacombe fan page thread before midnight tonight. All names who post their answer by the deadline will be entered to win some free Brimacombe swag.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, January 26, 2012, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 30 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Forty-Nine

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY FORTY-NINE: GUESS THE TRAIL

Name the product listed in our Facebook album

To Enter: Email your answer including the manufacturer name and product name to 75days@brimacombe.ca before midnight tonight, Wednesday, January 25, 2012. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win.

Note: Considering how narrow the trail is, this is most certainly a Black Diamond!

The contest will close at midnight tonight, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 31 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Thirty-Two

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY 32: SHARE OUR EXCITEMENT

Share our Facebook link and instantly be entered for a chance to win free swag!

To Enter: Share this specific status on our Facebook Fan Page, regarding our first Apres Ski Party of the season. Submissions must be completed today, January 13, 2012, by midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to visit the Brimacombe Fan Page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is be posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 43 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Thirty-One

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY 22: LIKE YOUR FAVOURITE BRIMACOMBE PICTURE

Like your favourite picture of Brimacombe during the 2011/2012 season and get a chance to win some free swag!

To Enter: Like your favourite picture on our Facebook fan page and your name will instantly be entered for a chance at free swag! Submissions must be completed today, Thursday, January 12, 2011, by midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 44 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Thirty

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY TEN: GIVE US YOUR EVENT IDEAS

What different events would you like to see at Brimacombe?

To Enter: Tell us what types of events you would like to see at Brimacombe. Be descriptive! We would love to hear from everyone to make your days spent at Brimacombe even better. Email your answer to 75days@brimacombe.ca before midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win some free swag.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 45 more opportunities to win!

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SUPER day.

If you didn't know better, you would have thought today was a day late in March. The sun was shining hot and the temperature rose to 7*C, great for skiing, not for trying to get more terrain open. There appears to be a window of marginal snowmaking temperatures beginning tonight after midnight, and if luck is on our side we might be able to sneak through until Sunday night. We will be set up on Bunny Blvd., Bowl, Main Terrain Park, and if the temperatures drop soon enough we will have guns back on the Standard to help build some base depth in some of the thinner areas.

We may not have our 21 runs and two parks open as of yet, but what terrain is open is in great shape! Don't miss the opportunity to get outside and enjoy some fresh air at the Brim.

Here are a few shots from today;

Time Trials for the Brimacombe Racing Club took place on the Standard run.

Blue skies, bright sunshine and wide open spaces....the ingredients to a great day on the slopes.

Pretty cool stuff isn't it?

Our 7 week lesson programs began today, here Callahan and Tim take part in the parent and tot group!

Renee is all ears for her instructors guidance.

and for everyone else on the slopes...today was a fantastic day to get in some down time.

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Due to the recent fluctuations in weather and the limited terrain available on the western side of the property, the start of Brimacombe's Pee Wee Ski Camp will be postponed one week. As a result, the program will also be extended a week to compensate for the late start.

Brimacombe's Pee Wee Ski Camp will now run

from January 21 & 22 to February 25 & 26, 2012.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you in advance for your understanding as we continue to work hard to make snow and open new runs and terrain!

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Tomorrow is another great day to ski or snowboard, expect slightly lower temperatures and as a result slightly firmer and quicker snow. We have 5 runs and our Beginner Park open serviced by two chairs and our Magic Carpet conveyor lift. Not a member? Guest lift tickets are currently 50% off our regular prices, don't miss out on this great opportunity to ski for half price!



It's been another day is paradise,

Cheers,

Mark

SLOWLY BUT SURELY

It's been an interesting start to the season....very reminiscent of 2006-2007 however we are much further ahead with runs and lifts open than we were that year.

To put things in perspective on January 6, 2007 it was 9*C and raining lightly. We had one run open, serviced by the Standard chair. It took 7 more days (Jan 13, 2007) to get another run open, and the second lift to open -the Bowl chair- took until Jan 16, 2007. Winter did arrive that year, and the rest of the season was great....we just had to be patient.

For as long as the Oshawa Ski Club, now operating as Brimacombe, has been in existence (75 years!!!), we have seen our share of years that Mother Nature has has taken a lazy approach to getting started and illustrates the importance of our continual investments in snowmaking and grooming technology. Stating that, we are still very reliant on the weather...something we have no control over. Like 2006-2007 we have been faced with marginal, if not mild temperatures...very little quality snowmaking time.

Snowmaking is a science, not a simple act, and not something I can fully explain here in the at the Brim blog, but it is important to know that quality and quantity are directly related to a few factors...the main being temperature. Yes, we can make snow now at around -3*c thanks to a product called "Snomax" (it is not a chemical like it is often referred to, but a natural ice-nucleating protein) but not nearly as fast or as high quality as we can when the temperatures get down low. Much of our production time this year has been between -3*c and -7*c....and before Snomax we would not of even considered making snow until -5*c (and even then it would be wet).

Snomax also speeds up the curing time of snow, allowing for easier grooming and a better final product...even more important in seasons like this. And just to put to rest a myth I always hear.....`Man made` snow is NOT `Fake, or Artificial`snow....it`s every bit as `Real`as the stuff Mother Nature makes....in fact it might even be better! If you haven`t been out yet, you are missing out, everyone is raving about the quality of skiing on what we have to offer...seize the opportunity!
 
So....the big question, what's next? (and I must apologize...a "real" blog post is far over due.)

Standard and Bambi were obviously our first priority, offering both beginner and slightly more advanced terrain. Our focus then turned to making snow on Ladies Downhill to connect into the Bowl chair for another lift option, and then working outwards to get more beginner and novice terrain open in preparation for the rapidly advancing start of our lesson programs, and more advanced terrain for our seasoned members, guests and the racing club.

We have been steadily working away at our Main terrain park, after getting the Beginner park open, but due to the volume of snow needed in that area, priority has been given to other runs...this does not mean that we have not been making snow there every opportunity we have had...it just means that we have not, and cannot dedicate all of our resources to the terrain park. Once we have a good handle on the eastern terrain, we will divide resources and start to conquer trails on the western side of the property in preparation for the start of our Pee Wee Ski Camp (the start date has been pushed back a week to Jan 21, 2012) and to open even more run variety for those who favor the west.

Everyone has their favourite run, trail or area to ski and our task is to balance the needs of our members, programs and guests against the variables we have to work with. Each area is as important to our business as the next, and each receives the same dedication.

The good news I have today, is that I can now announce the opening of Pete's Elbow tomorrow morning (making the Beginner park accessible from above) and we can expect Ben's Bump to open in the very near future. For those who have been riding the chairs you have seen that we have been making snow on Bunny Blvd. and the Bowl...expect these runs to be next in line when the weather decides to co-operate again.

Here are a few cool shots taken today of Bruce B. working his magic in our 2011 Prinoth BR 350

Maybe it's just me, but I LOVE the look of brand new man made snow in a pile ready to be pushed!

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A couple of announcements...

From this Sat. January 7 until further notice you can also enjoy 50% off our regular daily lift ticket rates.


Also on the schedule for this week, Brimacombe Snow School's 7-Week Lesson Programs will start as originally scheduled between Wednesday, January 4 and Sunday, January 8, 2012.



Unfortunately, due to the recent fluctuations in weather and the limited terrain available on the western side of the property, the start of Brimacombe's Pee Wee Ski Camp will be postponed one week. As a result, the program will also be extended a week to compensate for the late start.

Brimacombe's Pee Wee Ski Camp will now run

from January 21 & 22 to February 25 & 26, 2012.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you in advance for your understanding as we continue to work hard to make snow and open new runs and terrain!

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Paradise awaits, don't miss out!

Cheers,

Mark

75 Days of Free Swag: Day Twenty-Two

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY 22: ANSWER OUR FACEBOOK QUESTION!

What gear have you purchased/plan to purchase for the 2011/2012 season?

To Enter: Tell us what gear you'll be rocking on our Facebook Question and be entered for a chance to win a free pair of lift tickets! Submissions must be completed today, Tuesday, January 3, 2011, by midnight tonight. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win.

The contest will close at midnight tonight, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 53 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day Twenty One

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY TWENTY ONE: GUESS THE PRODUCT

Name one of the three products listed in our Facebook album

To Enter: Email your answer including the manufacturer name and product name to 75days@brimacombe.ca before midnight tonight, Monday, January 2, 2011. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win, and only one correct guess of any product is required.

Hint: All these products and many more can be found at the Slopeside Retail Store!

The contest will close at midnight tonight, and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Check back daily for 54 more opportunities to win!

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75 Days of Free Swag: Day 20

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY TWENTY: TRIVIA

Before moving to the Kirby location, where was the Oshawa Ski Club was located?

To Enter: Email your answer to 75days@brimacombe.ca before midnight tonight, Sunday, January 1, 2012. All names received by the deadline will be entered to win.

Hint: You can find the answer in the History section of our website: http://www.brimacombe.ca/story/history

The contest will close at midnight tonight (Sunday, January 1, 2012), and a winner's name will be chosen at random tomorrow morning. Be sure to come back to the Brimacombe fan page tomorrow to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

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75 Days of Free Swag: Days 13-19

In celebration of Brimacombe's 75th anniversary, we're giving something away every day (except Christmas Day) for 75 days until our big Birthday Bash and Reunion Party on February 25, 2012!

DAY 13-19 (December 24-31): GIVE SOME WARMTH THIS WINTER!

Help keep someone in need warm this winter by donating your gently used coats and other outerwear at Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store before December 31. Non-perishable canned foods are also welcome.
All items collected will be donated to the Salvation Army in Bowmanville.

In return for your kind donation, you will receive a ballot to be entered into a draw for a pair of lift tickets. Donations and ballots must be dropped off to Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store before 3:30 p.m. on December 31. Brimacombe will draw 7 ballots on January 1 from all ballots entered over the course of the week.

Be sure to visit the Brimacombe fan page January 1 to see if you won.
A complete list of names is posted here under News on the Brimacombe website, as well as available from the Main Office.

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

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