Sunset Magazine – Ski to Sea . . .

Bellingham, WA: Play year-round

Population: 77,550. Median single-family home price: $305,000.

Miles of multiuse trails within city limits: 65

Take a trial run: Fairhaven Village Inn is close to the trails. From $159; fairhavenvillageinn.com

To get a sense of the adrenaline-pumping possibilities around Bellingham, a seaside haven 90 miles north of Seattle, you need look only at the annual Memorial Day weekend Ski to Sea Race. . . Click here for more of the article  http://www.sunset.com/travel/outdoor-adventure/best-places-to-live-00418000070574/page7.html

Snowshoe Demo Day February 20 – FREE! . . .

Snowshoe Demo Day (FREE Event) Ever thought about trying snowshoeing? Whatcom Events will be holding a snowshoe demo day.  Join them  Sunday February 20th from 10am-2pm for this free event open to anyone of all ages and abilities. REI will be demoing Atlas, Tubbs, and MSR snowshoes for you to try followed by cocoa, cookies, and a schwag (free stuff) toss! The snowshoe selection provided ranges from kids’ snowshoes to adult snowshoes and everything in between including special racing snowshoes. You will have four hours to try out snowshoes to your liking. See event details at  http://www.skitosea.com/content/events/events.asp

Mt. Baker Vacation Rentals is proud to host the PSU . . .

Snowboard Club over the MLK weekend.

Merry Christmas from Mt. Baker Vacation Rentals!

Hoping everyone is enjoying their stay during the holidays. 

Cheers to 2011

Mt. Baker Opens this Saturday, November 20, 2010

Mt. Baker opens this Saturday!  http://mtbaker.us/ Get up early, turn on your lights and drive safe!

OPERATION:

The Ski Area will begin daily operation Saturday out of both base areas, with 7 chairlifts running. It is early season, low snow conditions, operations will be limited to main groomed runs only and skiers and snowboarders are reminded to be mindful of early season conditions and use extra caution.

MT. BAKER PRE-SEASON REPORT – Possible Opening Saturday 11/20 . . .

The storms are rolling in fast and thick!  We received 8 inches of new snow Tuesday night, to bring our base at Heather Meadows to 18 inches.  Forecasts are calling for up to another 2 feet of new snow possible by Thursday!

Depending on how much snow we actually get, as well as the upcoming forecast, we could be looking at a possible limited OPENING DAY on Saturday or Sunday.  A decision on opening will be made Friday, and we will update this report daily.

http://mtbaker.us/snow-report

Mt. Baker Ski Area . . . Opening Day . . .

OPENING DAY 2010-11

Mt. Baker opens as soon as we receive enough snowfall to do so; the amount of snowfall needed depends on the quality of snow and how it packs down. That usually ranges from 24 – 36 inches to allow a limited opening and we typically open around mid-to-end of November.

Because we do not manufacture snow at Mt. Baker, and because the weather is so variable from year-to-year, it is impossible for us to set a definitive Opening Day in advance.  However, once we see a favorable short-term forecast and conditions look favorable, we try to give a “soft” warning a week or so in advance, and give a 1 – 3 day advance notice of a set Opening Day.  That information is posted first here on our website, and also is available on our snow report phone line at               360-671-0211         360-671-0211.

Warren Millers Wintervention . . .

Warren Miller’s
WINTERVENTION
Fri. Nov 5th
6:30 & 9:30
Mt Baker Theater

Tickets for all show are available at Sportsman Chalet (671-1044) or

Chair 9 is open for Breakfast (Sat & Sun) 7am-11am

Sportsman Chalet – SKI & SNOWBOARD SWAP, Oct 11-15, 2010

Chalet Events Absenthe Films NowHere Sat. Oct. 9th, 8 PM Mt Baker Theater Meet many of the featured riders at the Chalet before the show! Sportsman Chalet    is proud to be hosting 2 Films from Teton Gravity Research  this fall at the Mt Baker Theater.   Jeremy Jones’ DEEPER Oct. 15th 7:30   And LIGHT THE WICK Nov 18th 8 pm Warren Miller’s WINTERVENTION Fri. Nov 5th 6:30 & 9:30 Mt Baker Theater Tickets for all show are available at Sportsman Chalet SKI & SNOWBOARD SWAP!!! Hello; If you have been reading the forecasts, you know that a BIG WINTER is on the way. Now is time to start gearing up for the season and our Ski & Snowboard Swap is a great way to kick start the process. Best Swap Around! The Sportsman Chalet’s swap is better than any other swap for many reasons. First, you can get 110% in-store credit to buy anything in our shop (sell your board for $100, get $110 for that new pair of boots!) or 75% cash. Second, our expert staff is on hand to assist you in determining what is appropriate for your needs.  What will be at the Swap?  Our swap will feature reps samples, used demos, rentals, lots of used kids gear and anything else you bring to sell. Please feel free to bring your gear in for an assessment from one of our experienced staff members prior to the 16th to determine what may need replacing. When should I bring my gear in?  Gear drop off starts this Monday the 11th and runs through Friday the 15th. Not sure what to price your gear at? our staff will be happy to help in setting a value. The sale starts at 9am Saturday the 16th and runs through the 17th. Get here early for the best selection. If you still have questions please call the shop.   Where will it be?  At Sportsman Chalet’s new location next to Trader Joe’s at the corner of James St. and Alabama.    Thank You for voting us The Best Ski and Snowboard Shop in Bellingham!!  See the Bellingham Weekly’s current issue!!   Noel, Maureen, Shaun, Amelia, Andre, Carmine, and the rest of the crew   Sportsman Chalet 2420 James St. Bellingham, WA 98225 360-671-1044  www.sportsmanchalet.com