Winter Season January 10, 2007

Snow season is here as we know it. Our local snow parks such as Big Bear and Snow Summit are open and ready to go. This winter season is looking like a good one. The snow came a little late this year but we are seeing more snow almost everyday. More and more snowboarders and skiers are going up to the mountains to get some of the fresh powder. Season passes are available for both mountains.
The snow is rolling in at Bear Mountain and here are the current conditions: the temperature has highs in the middle 40’s and lows that are in the low 20’s with a 6 mph breeze. The snow machine is off and the snow coverage is “excellent on the open runs.” There is some loose powder up on the higher runs and not too much ice all together. All of the main highways and roads leading to the mountains are cleared and good to drive on, chains are recommended.
Season passes are all different prices depending on how long you have it, what days of the week you go, and your age. If you are 22 or older you have to pay the most, ranging anywhere from 249 dollars to around 600 dollars. That is the priciest age group. The young adults and elders (13-21and 70+) can pay from 199 dollars to 600 dollars, and children from ages 7-12 pay from 99 dollars to 300 dollars. If you don’t think you go enough to get a season pass, for one day in either park costs adults $39, young adults $36 and children $14.
Top snowboarding companies are coming out with new top of the line performance boards all the time to keep you on top of your game. There are all sizes of snowboards and they very from beginner boards to expert boards, whether you carve the mountain or hit the pipe; there is a board for you.
Mammoth Mountain is also up and going for this year. For those of you who want to make the 6-7 hour journey will get some really fresh powder and there is everything you can imagine at their park. They have triple diamonds, huge half-pipes, fun jumps and rails, and even some bunny slopes for you beginners. Houses and hotels are near the mountain for easy access. This is going to be a great winter season this year. Get out there and ride!