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My Blog: Las Lenas Ski Resort in Mendoza
By: Michskiing

Las Lenas is the most important ski resort in South America, is located in the South of Mendoza, Argentina. This amazing resort offers some of the world's best skiingn with over 70 kms of groomed runs provide skiers and snowboarders with descents of varying difficulties, from a height of 11,253 feet above sea level to the base at an elevation of 7,349 feet. Source: http://www.laslenas-ski.com

Published On: 6/27/2009

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Events/News - Whistler Blackcomb: TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival kicks off this Friday
By: WhistlerBlackcomb

The countdown is on and the party begins this Friday. The TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival kicks into high gear April 17-26, 2009. The only thing to do is get yourself to the centre of the action. Here are some highlights of what's on the adjenda, including some new events you'll want to check out.

The best things in life are still free. Zune Concert Series line-up promises 10 days of pilgrim-worthy free outdoor concerts, featuring Ozomatli, Ten Second Epic, The Stills, Metric, and DJ Ztrip.

Grenade Games lobs into town. Snowboarding’s infamous end of season party is by the riders, for the riders. Giving Canadians the chance to become Grenadians for the first time in its history, the Grenade Games’ line-up includes a Poker Run, dual slalom moguls course, pipe and slopestyle comp, and entices legends of snowboarding out of retirement to ride alongside current pros and up-and-comers.

Discover tomorrow’s artistic superstars. Debuting at this year’s Festival is the mutant sibling of the Pro Photographer Showdown, the ThreePointOh Multimedia Challenge. Plus, State of the Art, the Canada-wide Designer Search and Expose, and the new Chef Challenge.

Skate comes to the party. The new Festival opener, Skate & Deploy, followed by the Skate of the Art Opening party offers the perfect segue from winter to spring for fans of flow.

Graphic mastery gains momentum. Enter year four of the open crowd-sourcing collaboration that introduces graphic design talent to snowboards as canvass. Masterpiece in Motion entries are due March 1.

Ticketed events are known to sell out in advance so avoid disappointment and get your tickets early. Get yours online now at the Festival E-Store.

Faces of the Fest prepare to face-off to be the Festival’s 2009 on-air video host. Our very own Alex Hearn, voice of the Whistler Blackcomb snowphone, is one of the five finalists! "VOTE HARD, VOTE HEARN" VOTE NOW! Last day to vote is today, Monday, April 13th.

Looking to come up and enjoy all of the action? There are some awesome deals on now, including 2 day lift & lodging from just $82 pp/pn. MORE INFO

Another sweet deal...Buy your 5 or 10-Day 2009.10 EDGE Card now to ski at Whistler Blackcomb from $57 per day next season plus get unlimited spring skiing NOW for just $79! BUY NOW

Published On: 4/13/2009

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Events/News - Whistler Blackcomb: TELUS Ski and Snowboard Festival - Whistler, BC - April 17-26, 2009
By: WhistlerBlackcomb

Just four weeks until the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival rolls in to take over Whistler for 10 days and 10 nights of adenaline packed sports, arts, and music events.

The Zune Concert Series line up is set and ready to rock the valley of Whistler with live music from Thornley, The Stills, Ozomatli, The Arkells, 54 40, DJ ZTrip, and Metric to name just a few. For more info on the Zune Concert Series visit: wssf.com

This year marks the return of the Orage Masters, World Skiing Invitational's Big Air and Superpipe, and the addition of the Park'n'Fly Skate Jam and Monster's Grenade Games.

Also returning this year and bigger than ever are the infamous arts events including the Olympus Pro Photographer Showdown, 72 Hour Filmmaker Showdown, Schick Fashion Exposed, State of the Art, Whistler Chef Challenge, and the new ThreePointOh Multimedia Challenge.

The festival doesn't stop there. When the sun sets the party is just getting started! The Kokanee Freeride Club Series, along with an onslaught of legendary parties, offers party-goers endless opportunities to rub elbows with the who's who of the industry. This year the TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival really lives up to its modo: Party in April. Sleep in May.

TWSSF is also offering one lucky person the ultimate VIP status for this year's festival with the Face of the Festival Contest. To find out how to apply visit: wssf.com/faceofthefestival

Published On: 3/19/2009

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Events/News - Whistler Blackcomb: Salomon Week February 14 – 22, 2009
By: WhistlerBlackcomb

SPECIAL EVENTS ALL WEEK. FREE DEMOS FROM THE SALOMON STORE. ALL GEAR 30% OFF.
(Whistler Mountainside)

The SALOMON Photo Contest.
February 14th - 20th.
Calling all budding photographers! Enter to win an $800 shopping spree at the Salomon Store and 10 tickets to the exclusive Salomon VIP Party! Submit your best photo in a ski, snowboard or lifestyle setting taken during the week representing the Salomon brand.

Visit whistlerblackcomb.com/salomonphotocontest for full contest & submission details.

Saint SALOMON Valentines Day BBQ.
Saturday 14th. 1-3pm @ Glacier Creek On Blackcomb Mountain.
Free BBQ for the first 200 people who show up wearing Salomon gear!

Salomon Fashion Show featuring next year’s gear.
Thursday 19th. 6pm @ Salomon store.
DJ, FREE cheese & beverages and preview of next year’s collection.

Visit the following locations in Whistler for discounts and more event information: Showcase Snow.Skate.Surf., Glacier Shop, CAN-SKI and Salomon Store.

Published On: 2/12/2009

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Events/News - Whistler Blackcomb: Monday pow day, new videos
By: WhistlerBlackcomb

If you were in Whistler this past Monday morning chances are you didn’t hit the snooze button. The forecast called for 4cms of snow the night before but 11cms fell instead. Check out some recent videos and photos, as well as the latest Snowcast podcasts.

If you're a Canadian or Washington State resident looking for the best deal on lift tickets at Whistler Blackcomb, check out the EDGE Card. It’s being offered at a discounted rate right now but sale ends Feb. 13th so get yours now.

Published On: 2/12/2009

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My Blog: PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Launch - LIVE WEBCAST Friday Dec. 12th By: Whistler_Blackcomb06
Whistler Blackcomb's PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will officially open to the public December 12, 2008. Join us for the LIVE webcast this Friday, December 12 at 10:30am PST on whistlerblackcomb.com. And get ready for the ultimate thrill, as Red Bull drops in and gives wings to the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Launch event. Published On: 12/9/2008 Add/View Comments (0)

My Blog: Whistler Mountain opens Wednesday, November 26!
By: Whistler_Blackcomb06

Whistler Mountain is opening tomorrow (Wednesday, November 26) to give you the snow session you've been jonesing for.

Whistler Mountain is opening Wednesday with the following lifts running:
- Whistler Village Gondola
- Emerald Chair
- Big Red Express
- Franz's Chair

Blackcomb follows on Thursday, November 27 for US Thanksgiving long weekend:

WHISTLER
- Creekside Gondola (open Nov 27 - Nov 30)
- Whistler Village Gondola
- Emerald Chair
- Big Red Express
- Franz's Chair

BLACKCOMB
- Excalibur Gondola
- Wizard Express
- Solar Coaster
- Jersey Cream Express
- Excelerator
- Catskinner

Check out What's Open for full operation details.

We've got a base of 55cm, the snow guns are blasting in full force and groomers are working hard to get the runs ready. Check out the Snow Report or call the Snowphone at 1.800.766.0449.

Hope to see many of you out there this opening weekend!

Check out some photos of Mike Douglas rippin' on Whistler Mountain yesterday.

Published On: 11/25/2008

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My Blog: NEW SNOW, EDGE Cards and Podcasts
By: Whistler_Blackcomb06

Since yesterday we've had 25cm with up to 30cm expected by Sunday!

Opening day is November 27 so get your gear ready and stay tuned to whistlerblackcomb.com to find out what's open.

Canadian & Washington State residents don’t miss your last chance to get this season’s best EDGE Card deal. Ski or ride from $59 a day plus get bonus offers and perks. If you haven’t got your EDGE Card now’s the time to buy, early bird pricing ends this Friday, November 21st. Check out whistlerblackcomb.com/deal to purchase or call 1-800-766-0449.

Check out our Season 2 Episode 1 of the Whistler Blackcomb Snowcast, presented by TELUS. It's posted online here or you can view it at whistlerblackcomb.com/podcast.

Published On: 11/21/2008

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My Blog: Jeremy Jones at Backcountry Snowcats By: snowcats
Last spring Backcountry Snowcats had the pleasure of hosting the O'Neill Pro team for a week of film and photo work, and of course epic shredding. Guests included none other than the big mountain snowboarding legend Jeremy Jones himself. Here's a quick clip of a few of the guys, rough-cut so bear with us and listen closely. Published On: 11/14/2008 Add/View Comments (0)

My Blog: Cat Skiing & Boarding Contest
By: snowcats

Amped & ready for our 3rd season of operations, Backcountry Snowcats, is giving you a chance to win a piece of the action. Located on the Hurley Pass north of Pemberton and south of the snowmobiling hub of Bralorne, Backcountry Snowcats has more epic ski & snowboard terrain than we know what to do with, and is always scheming new ways to get you to the goods. Hence the creation of their unique new Private Big Mountain Experience package - guiding small groups of 3-4 riders, with safety training and mountaineering techniques in the mix. Using Snow Cat access, sleds & ski touring to cover more ground, you're looking at an epic weekend of money lines. It’s an experience unlike anything you’ll find at other cat boarding or heli operations, and Backcountry Snowcats is looking forward to hosting the first takers this season.

To launch the new package and wet your appetite for winter, our 'Find The Money Line' Contest could be your ticket to $1000 in Backcountry Snowcats credit this winter. First explore the 15,000 acres of powdery bowls, chutes and glades with the new interactive maps, then Enter to Win.
Not a bad deal eh?

Someone is going to score $1000 towards a trip at Backcountry Snowcats, and you can chose to apply it to the package that suites you best. It’s enough to cover a 2-Day weekend trip, with 2 nights at the Backcountry Snowcats Lodge, snowmobile or Snow Cat rides to and from Pemberton, 2 days cat skiing/riding, and hearty catered meals during your stay. Or bring some friends and put the prize bounty towards a Private Big Mountain Experience or Custom Trip.

Check out our new site, enter the contest, and with any luck you’ll be shredding at Backcountry Snowcats this winter.

Published On: 11/14/2008

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My Blog: erere By: smooth542e
[img]http://www.mtbaker.us/components/com_fpss/images/Oct20_1.jpg[/img] Published On: 10/21/2008 Add/View Comments (0)

My Blog: wear red
By: Asmurf24

Will you give this to my Daddy?

As a Company, Southwest Airlines is going to support 'Red Fridays.'

Last week I was in , attending a conference. While I
was in the airport, returning home, I heard several people behind me
beginning to clap and cheer I immediately turned around and witnessed
one of the greatest acts of patriotism I have ever seen.

Moving thru the terminal was a group of soldiers in their camos. As they
began heading to their gate, everyone (well alm ost everyone)was abruptly
to their feet with their hands waving and cheering.

When I saw the soldiers, probably 30-40 of them, being applauded and
cheered for, it hit me. I'm not alone. I'm not the only red-blooded
American who still loves this country and supports our troops and their
families.

Of course I immediately stopped and began clapping for these young
unsung heroes who are putting their lives on the line everyday for us so
we can go to school, work and home without fear or reprisal.

Just when I thought I could not be m ore proud of my country or of our
service men and women, a young girl, not more than 6 or 7 years old ran
up to one of the male soldiers. He kneeled down and said 'hi.'

The little girl then asked him if he would give something to her daddy
for her.

The young soldier, who didn't look any older than maybe 22 himself,
said he would try and what did she want to give to her daddy. Then
suddenly the little girl grabbed the neck of this soldier, gave him the
biggest hug she could muster and then kissed him on the cheek.

The mother of t he little girl, who said her daughter's name was
Courtney, told the young soldi er that her husband was a Marine and had
been in Iraq for 11 months now. As the mom was explaining how much her
daughter Courtney missed her father, the young soldier began to tear up.

When this temporarily single mom was done explaining her situation, all
of the soldiers huddled together for a brief second. Then one of the
other servicemen pulled out a military-looking walkie-talkie. They
started playing with the device and talking back and forth on it.

After about 10-15 seconds of this, the young soldier walked back over to
Courtney, bent down and said this to her, 'I spoke to your daddy and he
told me to give this to you.' He then hugged this little girl that he
had just met and gave her a kiss on the cheek. He finished by saying
'your daddy told me to tell you that he loves you more than anything and
he is coming home very soon.'

The mom at this point was crying almost uncontrollably and as the young
soldier stood to his feet, he saluted Courtney and her mom. I was
standing no more than 6 feet away from this entire event

As the soldiers began to leave, heading towards their gate, people
resumed their applause As I stood there applauding and looked around,
there were very few dry eyes, including my own. That young soldier in
one last act of selflessness, turned around and blew a kiss to Courtney
with a tear rolling down his cheek.

We need to remember everyday all of our soldiers and their families and
thank God for them and their sacrifices. At the end of the day, it's
good to be an American.

RED FRIDAYS ----- Very soon, you will see a great many people wearing
Red every Friday. The reason? Americans who support our troops used to
be called the 'silent majority'. We are no longer silent, and are
voicing our love for God, country and home in record b reaking numbers.

We are not organized, boisterous or over-bearing.. We get no liberal
media coverage on TV, to reflect our message or our opinions. Many
Americans, like you, me and all our friends, simply want to recognize
that the vast majority of supports our troops.

Our idea of showing solidarity and support for our troops with dignity
and respect starts this Friday -and continues each and every Friday
until the troops all come home, sending a deafening message that.. Every
red-blooded American who supports our men and women afar will wear
something red.

By word of mouth, press, TV -- let's make the on every
Friday a sea of red much like a homecoming football game in the
bleachers.

If every one of us who loves this country will share this with
acquaintances, co-workers, friends, and family. It will not be long before the is covered in RED and it will let our troops know the
once 'silent' majority is on their side more than ever; certainly more
than the media lets on.

The first thing a soldier says when asked 'What can we do to make
things better for you?' is...We need your support and your prayers.

Let's get the word out and lead with class and dignity, by example; and
wear something red every Friday.

IF YOU AGREE -- THEN SEND THIS ON.

IF YOU COULD CARE LESS THEN HIT THE DELETE BUTTON --- IT IS YOUR
CHOICE.

Published On: 9/29/2008

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My Journal: I rock at skateboarding.
By: justgimmemyboard

So last month I entered a local skate comp in Park City, and I totally took 1st place. Cool huh? I knew my practice would pay off one day! It was my first and only comp so far... and I will have to admit... Competing makes me sick. Like people who get sick when they speak in public, I got sick to my stomach each time I dropped in for my one minute run. Dang.

Published On: 8/24/2008

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My Blog: If you actually read this I want opinions.
By: SatansSkater666

Once again this is a song that I wrote for your viewing pleasure.

This fire in my heart,

Is heating up as we move on.

I'm afraid to think what will happen,

If we break this bond.

I can feel the world,

Collapseing around my feet.

If you wanted to leave,

You could have atleast left my heart.

When you left you asked,

Me why I cared so much?

I wasnt able to tell you then,

And I don't think I could tell you now.

Before you leave my life forever,

I need to ask you question.

Why don't you care at all?

Answer me that and I will let you go,

Out of my life for the rest of time.

Just tell me why?

Published On: 5/9/2008

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Snowboard news: Outdoor Education
By: voleurz_family

Hey everybody!!! We have freshly finished our teaser for this years FREE release of Outdoor Education. FREE FREE FREE.. that's the price of this years full-length-feature-film by Voleurz. Free on the internet, Free in DVD format. If you want to pay for it, we'll charge you $0.00 plus 0% tax & shipping.

Filming for "Outdoor Education" is almost complete and the strenuous editing process will begin this month of May. What we're most excited about this years film is the level of riding. Athletes truly stepped it up and what was last years 'A' roll is this years 'B'.

Enjoy the teaser and thanks for the support!

Slap a friend a high-five!

Published On: 5/8/2008

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My Blog: Help Get Me Some Money For College =]
By: Sexii_Boarder_69

In Brief: What if Ur Undies Had the Last Word
Brickfish

Published On: 4/30/2008

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My Journal: I need one of these to do my shopping! By: Rick
Published On: 4/17/2008 Add/View Comments (0)

News and stuff: De La Soul and more!
By: WSSF

Outdoor Concert Series

Join the collective groove, as we anchor the TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival with the biggest FREE outdoor concert series in North America. Live music for ten sound-struck days, flooding the ampitheatre of Whistler Blackcomb with the anthems of reggae, rock, hiphop and indie-funk.

Main Stage located in Skier's Plaza, free concerts 2:30pm - 5:30pm.

Friday, April 11th ILL SCARLETT, RALLY CAR

SATURDAY BIG AIR | 8:30PM | APRIL 12TH RAVI, DRUMS, DJ CROOKED

Sunday, April 13th JOHN BUTLER TRIO, MAMA'S COOKIN'

Monday, April 14th DANIEL WESLEY, CURRENT SWELL

Tuesday, April 15th BLUE SCHOLARS, COMMON MARKET, ANIMAL NATION, NOBODY REALLY

Wednesday, April 16th THE TREWS, BLACK SWADE

Thursday, April 17th BLACKALICIOUS

Friday, April 18th JULIAN MARLEY, FLOWMOTION

Saturday, EVENING SHOW | 8PM | April 19th DE LA SOUL

Sunday, April 20th MICHAEL FRANTI & SPEARHEADFREEFLOW

whistler2008.com for more info

Published On: 4/6/2008

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My Blog: Abby has her first Sponsor By: Cowboyskunklchuck
Abby Just Got her first Sponsor!!!! -Inversion Snow -n- Skate. Shes on the Grom Team, Watch out World!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! .. Published On: 4/4/2008 Add/View Comments (0)

My Blog: yeah
By: death_god15

there is a god

his name is death

he walk among us

choseing his next

he writes their name with his blood

he laughs

knowing that their gonna die

he see's our names with his eyes

he dosent have a syth

just a book

he cry's knowing he has done wrong

its his burdon

he's the only one

the pain in his chest

where his heart should belong

he has wing's but likes to walk

we cant see him

he's just there

he is a god that cannot die

he writes his own name

hopeing that he should die

his life is a burdon

one that he cannot stand

he falls to his knees

and he wonders why

the gods hate him

as he begins to die.

Published On: 3/29/2008

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