Showing posts with label kids activities. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kids activities. Show all posts

Friday, March 2, 2012

THIS WEEKEND ON THE SLOPES

We have another great weekend planned for the slopes of Brimacombe, Join us tomorrow for BRIMACOMBE'S CRACK THE VAULT CHALLENGE
presented by OAKLEY, 686, ROME and MONSTER ENERGY!



For details check out my previous blog post http://at-the-brim.blogspot.com/2012/02/oakley-presents-brimacombes-crack-vault.html

PLEASE NOTE THE MAIN TERRAIN PARK WILL BE CLOSED TO NON-COMPETITORS UNTIL AFTER THE COMPETITION! SPECTATORS ARE WELCOME!

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BUY ONE GET ONE FREE DISCOVER PACKAGES EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT!
for the remainder of the 2011/2012 season

Beginning this Saturday March 3, 2012, Buy one Get one FREE* Discover Packages will be offered every Saturday night for the remainder of the season!

For only $48, both you and friend can learn to ski or snowboard with a Beginner Discover Package that includes a four-hour equipment rental and beginner lift ticket, plus a one-hour beginner lesson – everything you need to get started on the slopes!

Not a beginner? Experienced Discover Packages are only $75 and are perfect for the lapsed rider in need of a refresher.

**Please plan to arrive at least 30-40 minutes before your lesson to allow time for purchase and equipment fitting.

PLEASE NOTE: This 2-for-1 offer is valid only for Saturday evenings for the remainder of 2012. Lift ticket and equipment rental runs 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Group lesson is at 5:30 p.m. *Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or promotional offer. Discount applies to Discover Package of equal or lesser value. Both Packages must be purchased in the same transaction

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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 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (905) 983-7669 end_of_the_skype_highlighting ext. 226
e: slopeside@brimacombe.ca

Click here for Slopeside's retail hours
Please note: Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers.
All discounts based on Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSL)


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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 was another day in paradise!

Cheers,

Mark

Sunday, February 5, 2012

75 Days of Free Swag: Day Fifty-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 FIFTY-FIVE: LISTEN TO THE LOUD SPEAKERS

Pay close attention to an announcement on the loud speakers at 12:00 p.m. for today's on-site contest.

To Enter: Simply visit us at Brimacombe, located at 4098 Regional Road 9 in Orono, this Sunday, February 5, 2012, and wait for the contest to be announced on the loud speakers at 12:00 p.m. Follow the instructions and your could win a prize!

The names of winners will be announced on Monday, February 6, 2012 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 20 more opportunities to win!

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Saturday, January 21, 2012

AWESOME DAY ~ FRESH SNOW!

What an awesome day at the Brim, fresh powder snow and more terrain open.
Winter has ARRIVED!

The Pee Wee Ski Camp kicked off today and runs for the next 6 weeks. "Never evers" and "Fairly news" filled Kid's Stuff and Cowpath today learning the basics of our great sport. The Pee Wee Ski Camp is designed to introduce kids to the sport of skiing and hopefully make life long ski buddies to enjoy the slopes of Brimacombe and beyond!


Here the "campers" learn about lift safety before being introduced to the moving lift,

MORE TERRAIN OPENS ON SUNDAY JANUARY 22, 2012!
We are pleased to announce that Tower Run and the Flyer will open tomorrow morning bringing the count to 14 Runs and 2 Terrain park.

Snowmaking in progress today on Flyer and Tower Run.


Rutherford's Cut and the Challenger are next on the list to open as weather permits.

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BRIMACOMBE MEMBER MAKES US PROUD AT
"THE NORTH FACE CANADIAN OPEN FREESKIING CHAMPIONSHIP"

The Oshawa Ski Club now operating as Brimacombe has a long history of notable skiers and snowboarders and we now have another member making the headlines.

Adam McCraw was a strong ski racer who started to take top spots in our in house Park competitions here at the Brim, and now after following his calling to the mountains in the west he is starting to appear at the top of the rankings in some big name competitions...against big name skiers from around the world!

Follow this link to see his #2 ranking in "The North Face Canadian Open Freeskiing Championship" held recently at Red Mountain Resort in BC.

 http://www.canadianfreeskiing.com/senior-results/

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SAVE 50% ON OUTERWEAR AT SLOPESIDE!

SAVE 50% on all ski & snowboard outerwear at Brimacombe's Slopeside Retail Store, starting this Saturday! Applies to the lowest ticketed price on all outerwear including 686, Head, MeCo, Scott and Sessions clothing.

Now also in store are our commemorative 75th Anniversary pins, as well as Brimacombe travel mugs, baseball caps and more!

Visit us in-store via Gate 4, 4098 Durham Road 9, Orono or call at (905) 983-7669 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (905) 983-7669 end_of_the_skype_highlighting ext. 226 for details, and be sure to check out the Slopeside Retail Store online.

Please note: Sale cannot be combined with any other promotion or offer.

Don't just take our word for it, come in and check out these amazing offers for yourself!

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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 WINTER....jump in.

Another day in paradise has past,

Cheers,
Mark

Thursday, January 12, 2012

It's SNOWING at the BRIM!!!

You may have rain in your neck of the woods...but we have had nothing but SNOW here at Brimacombe.

As I type (12:35pm Jan 12, 2012) white gold is falling heavily from the heavens!



The snow shoveler's are getting a workout...why don't you? Head out to Brimacombe and celebrate winter!

The weather guessers are promising cold temperatures beginning Friday night, as soon as they arrive we will be hitting the "go" button and making snow mainly on Bunny Blvd., Bowl, the Main Terran Park, and starting to head west!

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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 another day in paradise,

Cheers,
Mark

Sunday, January 8, 2012

SUNNY SUNday

Our midnight snowmaking shift arrived at 12am this morning and began to watch the mercury drop....slowly at first and then in a short span rapidly into the snowmaking zone. By 4am the guns were running and snow was being made on Bunny Blvd. and the Bowl.

A few people commented to me today about water running out of the piles of snow in front of the guns. With the temperature reaching -3*c and creeping up this is very natural....simply put, these guns were working at their limit. It's a fine line between snow and water at this point and what water did not convert to snow was draining from the pile.

If the forecast is correct, it will be too mild by midnight to continue running the system and snowmaking will be shut down again until Friday. The 14-day trend is forecasting snowmaking weather again next Friday for another sustained period of time which will help bump us towards more open terrain soon after.

We had a strong start to our 7-Week Group Lesson Program this weekend, lots of new faces excited and ready to learn new skills and have fun. Our Public School programs start this week and we welcome all of the students back to the slopes for another season with us!

If you didn't make it out to the hill today...here's a few shots to show you what you missed;


Nicole enjoyed the sun and fresh air.

Karl and James looked good on the slopes (equal, no one better looking than the other)...


...but  nothing looks better than white runs, bright sun, and snowmaking in progress.



 Ron was excited to be here today,

and so were Gord, Talon, Roberta and Eric


We began our regular season operational hours this week meaning we will be closed Monday, reopening Tuesday morning at 9am for both day and night skiing.

It was another day in Paradise,

Cheers,

Mark

Saturday, January 7, 2012

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

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

MARCH BREAK = GREAT TIMES AT THE BRIM

Winter is STILL ALIVE AT THE BRIM! The sun shone down on us today, and the skiers and boarders soaked it up! Here are a few pictures from today,


Hubie enjoying the day.
Karen racks up her skis and takes a quick break.



Children learning new skills in the March Break lesson camp.

A ride to the top....soaking in some sun along the way.
Practicing for Saturday's BIG AIR COMP!

It was a great day to learn some basic park riding skills.
Kaesen and Ryan having a great time on the slopes.
Avery made 5 runs today....a big accomplishment for her!

There's more fun to come!





Don't forget, until the end of the season in the BRIMACOMBE PROSHOP.....

All dollars SPENT HERE, STAY HERE! One location only, at the BASE of Brimacombe!

OUR OPERATIONAL SCHEDULE TO THE END OF THE SEASON IS AS FOLLOWS;

Wednesday, March 16 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 17 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, March 18 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 19 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 20 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 23 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 26 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 27 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

* All night passes will be accepted during the evenings of Wednesday, March 16 and Wednesday, March 23.

All dates are, of course, weather dependant.

Unfavourable weather may result in the odd day or night closure, but should not be confused with a lack of snow on the slopes. Always check our website, or call the snowline (905-983-7669) before heading out!
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It was another day in Paradise,
Cheers,
Mark


Saturday, March 12, 2011

THE SKIING IS GREAT!

All day I have heard a similar line repeated by those out on the slopes of Brimacombe....The skiing is great!

The past few days have been interesting weather wise. Periods of heavy rain, followed by periods of heavy snow. Believe it or not, the snow won the battle! We have more than ample base depth to carry us through to the end of the season which is set for March 27th 2011 (Weather permitting of course!).

These pictures were taken mid afternoon today (March 12, 2011) as more new snow fell from the skies.


You can also check out our webcams for the latest shots of the Standard run and Clubhouse Run.

http://www.brimacombe.ca/cameras


After browsing the webcams, click back to our homepage and check out our upcoming events! There is still lot's of skiing, snowboarding and fun to be had.

Saturday Night March 12, 2011

Final event in the SATURDAY NIGHT RAIL JAM SERIES in our Main Terrain Park, Advanced skiers and snowboarders only, Spectators welcome!

Saturday March 19, 2011

BRIMACOMBE'S BIG AIR COMPETITION in our Main Terrain Park, Advanced Skiers and Snowboarders only, Spectators welcome!

Sunday March 27, 2011

BRIMACOMBE'S ANNUAL PUDDLE JUMP! An annual favourite!, Open to everyone, Spectators welcome, BEACH ATTIRE EXPECTED!

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Join us for a week of fun at the Brim! It's the MARCH BREAK!
Cheers,

Mark