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Jubilee Ski Event cancelled 2007-09-21 17:16:46 9/21/2007 11:29:33 AM
The Jubilee Project has confirmed the cancellation of it’s plans to host a Western Skiing Event in Park City, Utah–which was beginning a buzz along the Wasatch Front this summer.
Jubilee, a Utah Organization with a national sales team for United First Financial, wanted to involve it’s agents and generate a comrodery among it’s ranks of professionals.
“There’s not better snow on earth than Utah.” stated Lee Bradshaw, on of the Co-Founders of The Jubilee Project. “We hoped this would be an opportunity to build closer relationships among our team, while showing the beautiful winter life of this state.”
The event planned would have involved the entire national Jubilee network, lasting 6 days in Park City, where Lee Bhadshaw spent a good part of his career as one of Utah’s highest paid shuttle drivers. Talk of famous public speakers and motivational events would have rounded off the gathering, which was still
Colorado’s Newest Luxury Resort to Open at the Base of Beaver Creek Mountain 2007-09-21 16:57:28
9/21/2007 10:49:15 AMOpening for guests next summer, 2008, the Westin Riverfront Resort
& Spa is Colorado
’s newest luxury resort. Nestled at the base of Beaver
Creek Mountain
and on the banks of the Eagle River, this full-service resort features 210 distinctive accommodations offering instant access to Beaver Creek Mountain via the Riverfront Express Gondola located right outside the property’s 2 ½ story glass lobby.
The condo hotel will boast 210 finely appointed studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom residences with state-of-the-art amenities and services, styled to complement the surrounding natural splendor. Guests will love:
Spacious condos complete with custom designed contemporary furnishings, kitchens, large five piece bathrooms, fireplaces, LCD televisions and more
Prime location on 19 acres along the beautiful Eagle River
Glorious mountain views from the residences, restaurants and patios
A ski gondola literally outside the hotel’s front door for a quick trip to w Read more:Luxury
Industry Sessions and Activities Announced for the Meeting in Aspen 2007-09-21 16:54:53 A Weekend of Films, Panel Discussions, Parties, Athletes, Filmmakers, Art Exhibitions and More, October 4-7
Aspen
/Snowmass, CO — It’s that time of year again as Aspen/Snowmass is set to host The Meeting, October 4-7, a weekend celebration of ski and snowboard films, industry leaders and an unabashed good time.
“Our movie lineup this year is fantastic and our attendees and panelists make this the most promising Meeting to date,” said John Rigney, vice president sales & events, Aspen Skiing Company . “If this doesn’t get everyone fired up for the snow to start flying, I don’t know what will.”
Key players from the ski and snowboard industry s cheduled to attend include Seth Morrison, Tanner Hall, Mitch Reed, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, TGR’s Dirk Collins, Poor Boyz Productions’ Johnny DeCesare, athletes and producers, Chad Otterstrom and Kyle Clancy, Red Bulls’ Stephen “Stix” Neilson, Target’s Troy Michels and Read more:Sessions
Winter Reports 2007 - 2008 2007-10-12 15:48:19 Winter Reports from Aspenflake:
In the western United States Aspenflake predicts November being somewhat warm. Many of the storms will be held back by a fairly strong ridge. Some good sized storms, however, should make it through. The far north-west states should see a more average winter, expected temperatures, and average precipitation. The east is a little more difficult to predict, but we expect to see a cold November with average snowfall in many areas. It will be quite wet, as well.
December will bring on a good-sized change in weather. We expect the ridge to be broken by very cold air. This means that there is a possibility that the entire west will be cold, more especially over the mountain west regions. December is expected to be the most ‘wintry’ month of the winter for 2007-2008 with higher than average snowfall. In the east, however, the ridge will form as usual and will quickly dry out. Above average temperatures and below average precipitation is a good bet.
Ski Safety and Health 2007-10-25 15:09:13 On-piste injuries
If a member of your party gets injured on the slopes, plant a pair of crossed skis above the accident site to warn other skiers and mark the location. Then call the ski patrol. At least one person should remain with the injured skier at all times.
Make sure the casualty is as warm as possible and take off their skis (but not boots). If there’s any possibility of a neck or spine injury, don’t move them.
Staunch any bleeding by applying direct pressure and elevating the limb, if possible.
Lie an unconscious skier on their side in the recovery position, ensuring their mouth is empty of snow and vomit. If they’re not breathing, you’ll need to resuscitate them.
A ski pole makes a handy interim splint for leg, knee and ankle injuries. For arm injuries, use a scarf or jumper to immobilise the limb.
Preventing injuries
There are a number of things you can do to avoid injuries and accidents on the slopes:
Start a fitness programme at least six weeks b Read more:Safety
, Health
Ski and Snowboard Slopes opened 2007-11-29 12:30:56 The slopes are being opened again! For those fans of the snow, get out there and be the among the first to experience the thrill and joy of the snow.
Let us know what you think of your adventures, or, even better, share some juicy stories with us! We just love those! Stories about amazing jumps and horrible injuries… all the good stuff. You can contact us at aspenflake@gmail.com
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