The snow has started to fall off and on, with 3 inches hitting the ground all over the mountain early this week. It may snow this weekend for one day, and then the warm weather will be back. The snow and warm conditions are very reminiscent of year 2003 when the same front came through. That means that February and President's holiday weekend, we should have a ton of new powder to ski on. There are a few places left for that weekend. Check what's available in town here. City Concierge Central Reservations

For those of you who don't want to make the drive to Mammoth, the City Concierge has put together bus trips leaving from the Los Angeles, and Bay Area. The buses depart after work hours on Friday, cruise up the 395 and arrive in Mammoth around 11:00PM. You can ski all day Saturday and Sunday, and sleep on the way home Sunday night as your arrive back in LA in the late evening. This is as close to shuttle as we can get. The price also includes shared condominium space with other ski lovers. All this for $210.00. This is the perfect way to ski more often and not have to hassle with the drive or finding friends to go with you to share the cost of the condo. And, you will make some cool buddies who really like to ski. Check out the details.

Here is what is happening the next couple of weeks in town. Enjoy!

ACTIVITIES
Super Bowl Parties
Yes, there will be plenty of them in town. The TV's are on at all the sports bars. Grumpy's will have the entire downstairs available, Whiskey Creek, Shogun, Old Mammoth Bar & Grill, just about everyone will have something on so you can yell at your favorite teams. Tell them the Concierge sent you, and maybe they will toss in some Nachos with your order.

Tennis, Tennis and more Tennis Clinics
If you like to play, the Parks and Rec department sponsors low cost tennis clinics on Wed., Thurs. and Fri. Fees are usually $10.00 for the expert instruction. Call for dates and times. Call John at: 760-934-8989 x222. Yes this happens even in winter

SPECIAL EVENTS
Vans Triple Crown of Snowboarding - Jan 28- Feb 1.
The Ford Championships of Snowboarding, the second stop of the $300,000 Vans Triple Crown of Snowboarding, makes its way to Mammoth Mountain. Former Olympians Ross Powers, Danny Kass, Kelly Clark, J.J. Thomas, Tommy Czeschin and Daniel Franck are among the big-time riders joining Scotty Arnold, Ben Hinkley, Hana Beaman, Toarh Bright, Hannah Teter and Luke Mitrani as those expected to compete.

The Built Ford Tough Championships consist of three events - Slopestyle,
Super Pipe and the Built Ford Tough Rail Jam. In Slopestyle, riders make an
untimed run loaded with jumps, a quarter pipe and hand rails with the run
judged on consistency and level of difficulty. In the Super Pipe event,
riders utilize Mammoth's Unbound Super Pipe walls to perform tricks judged
on difficulty, execution and height. The Built Ford Tough Rail Jam features
riders each taking a stab at pulling off the toughest moves on a specially
built competition rail in a less formal setting, but with big cash still on
the line.
Check out VANSsnow.COM for more info or call the Ski Area at: 760-934-2571

KID FRIENDLY
Ice Rink is Open and Skaters and Hockey Players Rejoice
The Mammoth Ice Rink is open every day from 11:30A to 6:00P and till 9:30P on weekends. Drop In hockey is a reality, but because of Mother Nature, you need to call first. Come skate a bit, have a hot cocoa and enjoy the outdoor facility under the pines and stars. Call John at: 760-934-8989 x222

Smokey Flats Sledding
Just outside of town is Smokey Bear Flats, the best place to go sledding since there are no trees. Grab a plastic saucer, sled, toboggan or cardboard box and have some fun. You can't miss it, since it is noticeably missing trees.

ON THE MOUNTAIN
Race for Fun, It Is A Hoot
The Westwood Ski Club races every month at Mammoth. It is adult amateur racing, against other ski clubs. You race in a class with people your own age and ability, so you actually stand a chance of winning. And, it's very addicting! Come give it a try. Call Scott Peer at: 818-500-0488

January Midweek Madness - Tues January 6 - Thurs January 29
The holidays may be over, but this after Xmas sale isn't! Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays the Ski Area has specials, great parties and giveaways. What are you waiting for? The 9 FT base is only getting deeper! Call Ski Area at: 760-934-2571

Women's Ski Workshop - February 2-4
A 3 day intesives for workshop just of the girsl. Mammoth Ski School instructors lead the course which will help you improve your techniques in all the key areas, turning, cruising and the bumps. Sponsored by K2 and Rossignol. You need to call 800-Mammoth to reserve a space and check out our K2 and Rossignol special deals this week in the blue promotion bar over on the right.

Vans Unbound Freestyle Series Boardercross February 8
Event open to tall amateur boarders and skiers. Register at Main Lodge. Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge Ski area. Register starts at 9AM and competition is at 11AM. 800-Mammoth for details and cost. This is cool and a yearly event, so do give it a try if you got the Huevos.

Alan Bard Cross Country Race- February 8
Tamarack XC Ski Center present the Allan Bard Memorial 20K Classic Race. All are welcome for this challenging event. Get your telemarkers and thighs in shape as after its over, the glory...er...pain will live on! 760-934-2442