Friday, March 26, 2010

Spring Skiing and Riding at its Best!

March 26th, 2010

Spring Skiing and Riding at its Best!
Spring skiing and riding is in full effect here at Loveland Ski Area complete with blue skies, sunshine and of course great snow! A small storm gave us over half a foot earlier this week and there is a chance we may get a little more in time for the weekend. Beat the spring break crowds and enjoy skiing a mountain packed with snow, not people! You can also save some money by purchasing tickets from one of our offsite locations.

Tall Tees & Tacos Brings the Skills to Love Park!
A big thank you to everyone who came out to show off their skills in the Love Park last weekend and congratulations to all the winners! The results and pictures have been posted online so check those out and be sure not to miss our next Tall Tees & Tacos slopestyle comp taking place on Saturday, May 1st; Loveland's closing weekend!

Subaru Hosts Master the Mountain at Loveland!
Loveland is excited to host Subaru's Master the Mountain this weekend, March 27th & 28th. Subaru has created an event weekend dedicated to promoting a safe and enjoyable snowrider environment. Join us for mini-lessons with the Loveland Ski & Ride School at no cost, Nordica demos and an insight to Ski Patrol operations with an avalanche awareness and beacon training session. The first 100 Subaru's receive front row parking and Subaru will provide free popcorn, hot chocolate, coffee and giveaways for everyone. There is no cost to participate although a valid lift ticket is required.


Loveland Derby Celebrates 50 Years!
The Loveland Derby is the largest amateur race in North America and this season the event celebrates its 50th anniversary. This year's Derby will take place on Saturday and Sunday, April 17th and 18th at Loveland Valley with a special Alumni race and apres party on April 16th. All racers are invited to come out and celebrate the end of the 09-10 season with costumes, BBQs and fast paced racing fun for the entire family. For more information, how to race and get involved, contact the Loveland Race Club, or call 303-571-5580 x169.

Spring Sales Heat up at the Loveland Sports Shop
The Loveland Sports Shop spring sales are starting to heat up with 30-50% off many name brand products. Also don't forget that this Saturday, March 27th is Tie-Dye day so be sure to sport your favorite colors or pick up a new 2010 Loveland spring break tie-dye from the sport shop! Restrictions apply for items on sale, please see store for complete details.

Upcoming Events

Venture Snowboards Demo Day - Friday, March 26th
For over a decade Venture Snowboards has been handcrafting boards in the San Juan mountain range of Colorado and now they visit Loveland for you to test out their latest models. There is not cost to demo, although a valid lift ticket and credit card for deposit are required.

Subaru's Master the Mountain - Saturday & Sunday, March 27th & 28th
Subaru has created an event weekend dedicated to promoting a safe a enjoyable snowrider environment. Join us for mini-lessons, ski patrol demonstrations, giveaways and VIP parking for the first 100 Subaru's. Participation is free to all skiers and snowboarders with a valid lift ticket.

K2 Snowboards Demo Day - March 31st
K2 snowboards visits Loveland for their spring demo tour. Stop by the K2 tent and try out all of K2's latest and greatest boards at absolutely no cost. A valid lift ticket and credit card for deposit are required.


New Belgium Brewery's Scavenger Hunt - Saturday, April 3rd
New Belgium Brewing returns to Loveland to host their popular Scavenger Hunt on April 3rd. Put together a team, dress up in costumes, and race around the mountain solving riddles and answering clues all for the chance to win some great swag from NBB and Loveland. Be prepared for some zany fun, delicious NBB beer, and of course great skiing!

Friday, March 19, 2010

March 19th, 2010

Snow Storm Moves in Just in Time for Weekend!
After a week of beautiful sunny weather, a storm system is moving into Colorado and just in time for the weekend! The forecast is calling for the snow to begin falling tonight and by Saturday we may be looking at as much of a foot of fresh snow. Conditions have been great so far this spring and with the addition of some new snow, you are not gonna want to miss out.

Don't forget that spring break is upon us and you can escape the crowds and save money by choosing to ski Loveland. Be sure to pick up tickets from one of our offsite locations to save even more!

Tall Tees & Tacos Terrain Park Comp - This Saturday!
Loveland Ski Area and Wahoo's Fish Tacos are excited to present the 2010 Tall Tees & Tacos slopestyle competition. Join us this Saturday, March 20th to show off your skills for the chance to win nearly $10,000 in prizes. Register the morning of in the Rathskeller between 8am and 10am for $20 including an event T-shirt and lunch provided by Wahoo's Fish Taco and Mtn. Dew. A valid lift ticket and signed waiver are required. For more information check out our terrain park page.

Loveland Derby Celebrates 50 Years!
The Loveland Derby is the largest amateur race in North America and this season the event celebrates its 50th anniversary. This year's Derby will take place on Saturday and Sunday, April 17th and 18th at Loveland Valley. All ages and abilities are invited to come out and celebrate the end of the 09-10 season with costumes, BBQs and fast paced racing fun for the entire family.

The Loveland Sports Shop will also have some great spring deals on top name ski and race equipment, so be sure to stock up for next season. For more information, how to race and get involved, contact the Loveland Race Club, or call 303-571-5580 x169.

Jay-Z Concert Ticket Winner Announced!
Congratulations to Keena Jordan, she has won tickets to see Jay-Z in concert at Denver's Pepsi Center courtesy of Live Nation and Loveland Ski Area! There will be other opportunities to win concert tickets from Live Nation and Loveland, so stay tuned.

Upcoming Events

Tall Tees & Tacos - Amateur Terrain Park Comp - Saturday, March 20th
Loveland Ski Area and Wahoo's Fish Tacos are excited to present the 2010 Tall Tees & Tacos Slopestyle competition. Come and show off your skills for the chance to win nearly $10,000 in prizes. Register the morning of for $20 including an event T-shirt and lunch provided by Wahoo's Fish Taco and MTN Dew. Valid lift ticket and signed waiver required.

K2 Snowboards Demo Day - March 23rd and 31st
K2 snowboards visits Loveland for their spring demo tour. Stop by the K2 tent and try out all of K2's latest and greatest boards at absolutely no cost. A valid lift ticket and credit card for deposit are required.

Subaru's Master the Mountain - Saturday & Sunday, March 27th & 28th
Subaru has created an event weekend dedicated to promoting a safe and enjoyable snowrider environment. Join us for free mini-lessons, Nordica demos and an insight to Ski Patrol operations with an avalanche awareness and beacon training session. The first 100 Subaru's receive front row parking with free popcorn, hot chocolate, coffee and giveaways for everyone. Participation is free to all skiers and snowboarders with a valid lift ticket .

New Belgium Brewery's Scavenger Hunt - Saturday, April 3rd
New Belgium Brewing returns to Loveland to host their popular Scavenger Hunt on April 3rd. Put together a team, dress up in costumes, and race around the mountain solving riddles and answering clues all for the chance to win some great swag from NBB and Loveland. Be prepared for some zany fun, delicious NBB beer, and of course great skiing!

Friday, March 12, 2010

March Keeps Delivering the Goods!

March 12th, 2010

March Keeps Delivering the Goods!

March is living up to its reputation as the snowiest month of the year here at Loveland with over a foot of snow falling again this past week. Although we haven't had many large storms, the snow continues to come down steadily with an average of a foot of snow per week over the past month. The forecast is calling for a little bit of sunshine this weekend, so be sure to take advantage of all these great conditions with some beautiful weather.
Beat the Spring Break Crowds, Ski Loveland!
Spring break is upon us and Loveland has your escape from all the madness. Avoid all the crowds and lift lines simply by choosing to ski Loveland. Not only can you avoid the crowds, but Loveland also has some of the most affordable lift tickets in the state and you can save even more by purchasing tickets at one of our offsite locations. All the more reason to make Loveland your spring break destination.

Weekly Deals from the Loveland Sports Shop
As the spring snow starts falling, so do the prices at the Loveland Sports Shop! Now is the time to take advantage and shop name brands and save big bucks! This week take 30% off all snowboarding gear including snowboards, boots, bindings and outerwear. Also, take 30 - 50% off all skiing outerwear. Visit the shop to see the all the great deals! Restrictions apply, please see store for details.

Tall Tees & Tacos Invades Loveland!
Loveland Ski Area and Wahoo's Fish Tacos are excited to present the 2010 Tall Tees & Tacos slopestyle competition. Come out and show off your skills for the chance to win nearly $10,000 in prizes. Register the morning of in the Rathskeller for $20 including an event T-shirt and lunch provided by Wahoo's Fish Taco and MTN Dew. A valid lift ticket and signed waiver are required. For more information check out our terrain park page.

Enter to Win Jay-Z Tickets!
Jay-Z comes to Denver's Pepsi Center on March 22nd and Live Nation and Loveland Ski Area want you to go! Just drop your name in the box at the Ski School Kiosk in the Basin Cafeteria for your chance to win!

Upcoming Events

Fido Freestyle - Intermountain Humane Society Fundraiser - Saturday, March 13th
Every year thousands of pets are left to be cared for by humane societies at a great expense. Now is your chance to help give these pets a second chance at finding a new home while enjoying a great day of skiing. Packages including lift tickets, lunch and donation will be available through the IMHS. Packages with additional donations include great prizes such as beanies, movie and restaurant gift certificates, and even a whitewater rafting trip! For more information on how to get involved or to sign up, visit www.IMHS.org, e-mail info@IMHS.org or by calling (303) 838-2668.

Burton Snowboards Spring Demo Day - Saturday, March 13th
Burton Snowboards visits Loveland to host a spring demo day this Saturday, March 13th. Come out and try all the latest and greatest boards from Burton at no cost. A valid lift ticket and credit card for deposit are required.

Telemark Clinic - Saturday, March 13th
Free your heels! Lessons in this traditional style of skiing are offered for adults of all abilities on select dates throughout the season to help improve your technique and balance for this growing, fun winter activity. Package includes 2 ½ hour program and full day, all mountain ticket. Clinics begin at 10:00am at Loveland Basin. For more information and reservations, call 303-571-5580 x163.
All Terrain All Conditions Clinic: Focus TBD - Sunday, March 14th
Fine tune your skills and explore Loveland's most challenging terrain with one of our professional, experienced instructors. These 2-1/2 hour programs include an all mountain lift ticket and begin at 10:00am at Loveland Basin. For more information and reservations, call 303-571-5580 x163.
CU's Theta Xi - Ski Fest for MS - Sunday, March 14th
CU's Theta Xi Fraternity returns to Loveland for their annual philanthropy event, Ski Fest For MS. Packages including lift tickets and donations are available by contacting the franternity.

Tall Tees & Tacos - Amateur Slopestyle Comp - Saturday, March 20th
Loveland Ski Area and Wahoo's Fish Tacos are excited to present the 2010 Tall Tees & Tacos Slopestyle competition. Come and show off your skills for the chance to win nearly $10,000 in prizes. Register the morning of for $20 including an event T-shirt and lunch provided by Wahoo's Fish Taco and MTN Dew. Valid lift ticket and signed waiver required.

Friday, March 5, 2010

March Comes in Like a Lion at Loveland!

March 5th, 2010

March Comes in Like a Lion at Loveland!
March definitely came in like a lion this season with 11 inches of fresh powder on the 1st. After the storm the skies cleared and made for one of those perfect powder days at Loveland. Check out some of the photos taken on Tuesday by our resident photographer Dustin Schaefer! March is usually our snowiest season and we all hope this past storm is a sign of things to come this month.

The forecast for this weekend is calling for a little more snow on Friday before it clears up and sun comes out. With sunny skies, warm temps and fresh snow it looks like Loveland is the place to spend your weekend!

Get Ready to Race at Loveland's Family Race Day
Loveland is excited to host a Family Race Day this Saturday, March 6th. Come out and challenge your friends and family to a fast and fun race at no cost. All ages, abilities and disciplines are invited to come and test your skills on a slalom style racecourse, which will be set up on Firecut off Chair 2. Medals will be awarded to the fastest racers and bragging will be sure to ensue. Register the morning of at the base area of the Basin. A signed waiver and valid lift ticket are required, click here for more info.

Be sure to join us for the awards and apres Party on the patio outside the Rathskeller with live music starting at 2:30pm and awards at 3:30pm. Tommyknocker will also be visiting with specials on beer for the adults, freshly brewed root beer for the young ones, and a raffle with the chance to win a pair of Icelantic Skis!

Weekly Deals from the Loveland Sports Shop
As the spring snow starts falling, so do the prices at the Loveland Sports Shop! Now is the time to take advantage and shop name brands and save big bucks! This week take 30% off all outerwear and sweaters, 40% off all Nordica jackets and fleece, and 40-50% off all men's shoes and boots! Restrictions apply, please see store for details.

Last Chance to Play Hooky at Loveland!
95.7 FM The Party's Ski Hooky Days have become one of the most popular days to ski here at Loveland, and March 11th will be the last one of the season. Join us for $15 lift tickets the day of, an apres party with drink specials from Coors and great giveaways. Sign up for Party VIP at www.957theparty to get your coupon for $15 tickets valid for Thursday, March 11th only. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing opportunity and make plans to play hooky with 95.7 FM The Party and Loveland Ski Area!

Enter to Win Jay-Z Tickets!
Jay-Z comes to Denver's Pepsi Center on March 22nd and LiveNation Ticketing and Loveland Ski Area want you to go! Just swing into the Loveland administration offices and drop your name in the box for your chance to win!

Upcoming Events

Family Race Day - Saturday, March 6th
Join us for a fun day of racing for all ages, abilities and disciplines at no cost. Sign-up the morning of at the Base Area of the Basin and take a timed run on the slalom style course which will be set up on Firecut off Chair 2. Medals will be awarded for the fastest racers and all that is needed is a signed waiver and valid lift ticket. Click Here for details.

Ski With KOOL 105 FM - Saturday, March 6th
Listen to KOOL 105 FM during the day for your chance to win a Loveland Package worth $350 and ski with the KOOL 105 FM crew on Saturday March 6th. Remember, you can't win if you don't listen to KOOL 105 FM!

Telemark Clinic - Sunday, March 7th
Free your heels! Lessons in this traditional style of skiing are offered for adults of all abilities on select dates throughout the season to help improve your technique and balance for this growing, fun winter activity. Package includes 2 ½ hour program and full day, all mountain ticket. Clinics begin at 10:00am at Loveland Basin. For more information and reservations, call 303-571-5580 x163.

95.7 FM The Party's Final Ski Hooky Day - Thursday, March 11th
95.7 FM's The Party visit Loveland to host their final Ski Hooky Party of the season featuring $15 lift tickets. Listen for your chance to win free tickets and sign up for Party VIP at www.957theparty.com to get your coupon for $15 tickets valid for Thursday, March 11th only. After a day on the slopes join us in the Rathskeller bar for specials on Coors beer and tons of giveaways.