Public Invited to Discuss Plans to Build Mtn. Biking Trails at Snowbird

SNOWBIRD, UT — Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort is hosting a public forum to present its general plan to build mountain biking trails in Gad Valley, and to receive comments and suggestions from the public.

“Public input is an important part of our decision-making process,” said Bob Bonar, President of Snowbird. “We understand we’ll develop the best projects for our community by listening to all our stakeholders.”

Snowbird hopes to have an initial mountain biking trail from Hidden Peak, down through Gad Valley to the base of the mountain and the Snowbird Center, completed and ready to open in summer 2014. The new trails will be accessed via Snowbird’s Aerial Tram. A map will be provided at the public forum.

Renowned mountain bike trail builder Troy Duffin from Alpine Trails, will help design and construct the new trails. Duffin will be in attendance to help answer questions at the forum.

Bonar will present the plans and lead the discussion. A representative from the Forest Service will be in attendance.

“We support opportunities for the public to engage in planning recreation opportunities on public lands. We encourage the community and our visitors to participate in this opportunity to provide comments”, stated Dave Whittekiend, Forest Supervisor for the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.

The public forum will be held Wednesday, Aug. 14 at 6 p.m. room Alpine B at the Snowbird Center, Snowbird Entry 2.

Snowbird Reinvents Speed Dating With Valentine’s Day Singles Line

Snowbird, Utah – Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort is adding a twist to its singles-only line this Valentine’s Day, with a new lift line intended for singles who are not in a relationship to meet each other while high-speed dating on Peruvian Express chairlift.

“The Valentine’s singles line is a unique way of speed dating, and Snowbird is the perfect place to meet fun friends,” said Dave Fields, who proposed to his now-wife on a chairlift.

To entice singles to participate in the event, adult all-day chairlift tickets will be sold at a discounted rate of $40 on Valentine’s Day.

After Peruvian Express closes for the day, singles may then proceed to an après singles social at El Chanate, Snowbird’s Mexican restaurant, located on Level A of The Cliff Lodge. When guests mention the singles line, El Chanate will offer buy-one-get-one-free appetizers and entrees throughout the evening.

Couples are also invited to visit Snowbird on Valentine’s Day, and the resort is offering romantic dining and lodging options. Special Valentine’s Day menus will be available at The Wildflower, The Lodge Bistro and the newly remodeled Aerie. Click Here to preview menus. Couples may also enjoy a Valentine’s Day retreat that includes a night at The Cliff Lodge, three treatments at The Cliff Spa with access to the scenic rooftop pool and hot tub, and Tram and lift tickets. Click Here for details.

Snowbird Welcomes Lofty Peaks Snowmobiling For 2012 Season

Snowbird, Utah – Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort announced Saturday that Lofty Peaks Snowmobiling is now offering tours into Snowbird sidecountry for the 2012 season.

“We’ve partnered with Snowbird to create a truly unique snowmobiling experience,” said Kennie Garcia, Manager of Lofty Peaks at Snowbird. “New, powerful snowmobiles make it easy for beginners and experts to enjoy the ride as panoramic views from the peaks, forests of aspen and fir, and open meadows greet you at every turn.”

Trips begin with a ride to 11,000-foot Hidden Peak aboard Snowbird’s Aerial Tram, then continue down Mineral Basin Express chairlift to Lofty Peaks snowmobile base. From there, Lofty Peaks’ professional guides take guests to both powder-filled meadows to play in and groomed trails to explore through the American Fork drainage.

Lofty Peaks offers three trips. The first option is a ski and snowmobile combination, and includes a Snowbird Tram and lift ticket and a two-hour snowmobile trip. The other options include either a two- or three-hour snowmobile trip without skiing at the resort.

Snowmobile drivers must be at least 16 years old, and passengers should be at least four years old. Helmets and transceivers are provided. Children age eight and under ride free with a paying adult on two- and three-hour trips. Rental clothing is available: suit $5; boots $3; gloves $3; all three $10. Guests must bring their own goggles or sunglasses.

Lofty Peaks Snowmobiling is Utah’s oldest and largest snowmobiling location, with more than 25 years in the business. More details Click Here.