Time to pack up your winter gear, wax up your skis and boards, and be the first to hit the slopes! Mammoth Mountain Ski Area opens November 10th, and it's been snowing! Plus, the resort is making even more snow for a great early-season base. Check our website for the latest weather and snow conditions when planning your vacation. Furthermore, November is hopping with fun events for the whole family to usher in the Thanksgiving, Winter, and Christmas holiday seasons. Not only is the Mountain having an opening celebration, so is The Village at Mammoth with its annual tree lighting gala. Also, don't miss out on your last chance to enter the Convict Lake Fall Trout Derby, which continues until the end of fishing season, November 15th. And remember, if your coming up for the Thanksgiving and Winter breaks, most lodging providers will require a 3-to-4-day minimum stay. Read more below... So when ya drivin' up?

Mammoth Mountain Opening Day
Thursday, November 10, 2005

With 3,100 vertical feet, 3,500 skiable acres, and 400 inches of snow per year, the Mountain officially begins another renowned ski season. Mammoth Mountain and the town's nightlife have been named the "best overall resort in North America" by Transworld Snowboarding Magazine's 2006 Resort Poll. Also, the Canyon Lodge, Village Gondola, and Little Eagle lifts will open on Nov 23rd. So, be sure to get an early start to your winter adventure on the slopes! For more info, call 760-934-2571 or visit Mammoth Mountain Ski Area

Mammoth Mountain Opening Day Celebration
Saturday, November 12, 2005

Come on up and be a part of the opening day celebration of the beginning of a fresh snow season. Mammoth Mountain Ski Area hosts this lively bash with music, champagne toasts, complimentary ski/ride tips, and the Forum Youngblood Snowboarding Contest and Rail Jam. A fun time for all ski and board buffs. For more info, call 760-934-2571 or visit Mammoth Mountain Ski Area

Thanksgiving with the Family
November 23 - 27, 2005

Mammoth. What a place to celebrate a special family Thanksgiving, surrounded by Nature's splendor. Cozy with all the trimmings - an invigorating day on the slopes, a comfy condo, a relaxing Jacuzzi, the aroma of turkey and pumpkin pie, and a toasty fire to settle in by as the evening winds down. Bring the family to Mammoth this year to experience a fun and memorable Thanksgiving. As a holiday treat to you, many of the lodging providers offer lower rates than regular ski season so that you can enjoy some savings. Book Online

Christmas Holiday Update

MORE ACTIVITIES
The Last Day to Fish Derby
Don't miss out on the last opportunity to reel in the winning fish! Now until the end of fishing season, Nov. 15th, the Convict Lake Resort will continue to weigh your trophy fish to see which fishermen earn the great prizes and the bragging rights. It's only $5 to enter. Call Dennis today at 800-992-2260 ext. 47 to enter the derby.

Tamarack Cross Country Center Opening
Weather permitting, this premier cross-country ski center will open its doors on November 19, 2005- or should we say trails - to all skinny ski enthusiasts! Seated at the entrance to the Lake Mary Basin, the resort features miles of trails to provide a full day of back country delight off the beaten path.