Below is a collection of articles and reports from news outlets across the country about what's happening right here at Snowshoe Mountain! Articles are listed in chronological order with most recent first.
Snowshoe Foundation, Inc. Eighth Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Rain or Shine Friday, June 18, 2010
Come hit the links for a great cause during the annual Snowshoe Foundation Golf Tournament. Join friends of the community and Snowshoe Mountain in scramble format play at our renowned Raven Golf Club with all proceeds going to charity. The event kicks off with an early breakfast, an afternoon shotgun start and ends with an awards reception later that day. Also, don't forget this could also be your company's opportunity to really stand out as a supporter of the Snowshoe Foundation. Please call for more information regarding sponsorship opportunities
877-441-4386. To find out more about times and fees >> or Download our golf tournament invitation HERE>>
Snowshoe Mountain Closes For The Season After 122 Days of Skiing & Riding - Almost 230" Of Natural Snow!
The resort will call an end to its 36" snow season at 4:30 pm, Monday, April 5
Snowshoe, WV - After 122 days of skiing and riding, including some of the most epic powder days ever experience in the Southeast, the time has come to bid farewell to the 2009-2010 snow season. The season got off to a later start, as Mother Nature decided to let fall stick around into early December, but once the season was under ay at times it seemed the snow would never stop! From snow-pocalypse to snow-magedon, big storm after big storm rolled through the WV mountains, ultimately dropping 229" of natural snow on Snowshoe. February alone was one of the snowiest months on record at the resort, and day after day the powder was nearly waist deep, causing people to questions whether WV had been switched with Utah. READ ON ABOUT THE SNOW ADVENTURES >>
Treasure on the Mountain $250,000 Raffle will be held on August 7, 2010 at Snowshoe Mountain Again
Early Bird Drawings for tickets sole prior to April 1, 2010 and June 1, 2010 .
Tickets are juts $100.00 and each ticket gives you multiple changes to win. April & June 1, 2010 - $2,500.00 - Five winners (both dates) at $500.00 each - Drawing held at Snowshoe Mountain. Early Bird Prize winners remain eligible for all drawings. TREASURE ON THE MOUNTAIN RAFFLE INFORMATION >>
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A TICKET!!!CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF PRIZES
SNOWSHOE MOUNTAIN IS EXTENDING THE SEASON
With epic snow conditions, the region's #1 resort plans to remain open through April 5th with great spring savings.
Snowshoe Mountain Resort announced today that it plans to remain open through April 5th to take advantage of the best snow conditions in the resort's 36-year history. This will give skiers and riders an extra week to enjoy the region's #1 resort. Snowshoe also announced that the extended season will included big savings for skiers and riders getting in those last turns of what have been a truly incredible season. More information about the Extended Season >>
Only Two Days Left for the Lowest Available Rate on Snowshoe Mountain Season Passes
Prices increase after 10-31, discounts available on Adult, Student, Senior, Military, Junior, Senior Plus, and Mid-Week Plus Season Passes
Just two days remain to take advantage of the lowest available rates for Snowshoe Mountain Season Passes. Passes are available through October 31 with discounts up to 10% off regular prices, which will go into affect November 1. ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT - CHECK OUT THE LOWEST AVAILABLE RATES >>
Industry leader, Snowshoe COO honored at annual tourism conference
12 convention and visitors bureaus receive accreditation
The West Virginia Division of Tourism on September 21 named the 2009 winners of the annual "Stars of the Industry" awards during the Governor's Conference on Tourism at Snowshoe Resort. ANNUAL TOURISM CONFERENCE DETAILS ABOUT THE AWARD >>
Snowshoe Mountain Wraps Up Summer With Country Superstars Jason Michael Carroll and James Otto
Marking the unofficial end of the summer season with a Labor Day Celebration unmatched in the region.
Country superstars Jason Michael Carroll and James Otto will rock the mountaintop from the Skidder Slope Stage during a weekend of family fun. Otto will headline a Friday night concert, followed by Carroll's headlining gig on Saturday night. The concerts will open with local and regional acts, and tickets start at just $25 for Friday night's show with two-day tickets available for just $40. Local and regional country acts will also perform free concerts from Snowshoe's Village Stage throughout the weekend, as guests enjoy family activities, hiking, biking and adventure activities including dune buggy and Segway tours. WRAPPING UP THE SUMMER WITH A BIG SHOW >>
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Welcomes New Restaurant to Mountaintop Village
Snowshoe Mountain Resort is pleased to announce the addition of the Taste of Asia restaurant to the resort's Village area.
Taste of Asia currently operates three West Virginia locations, serving Japanese and Thai cuisine including steakhouse classics, sushi favorites and distinctive house specialties. The restaurant is a welcome addition to the more than 20 dining options currently operating at Snowshoe. DETAILS ON THE NEW RESTAURANT IN THE VILLAGE AT SNOWSHOE >>
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Hosts 10th Annual Taste of the Mountain Food, Wine, and Jazz Festival
August 7 - 9 will feature wonderful wine selections from around the world, edible delicacies and live jazz offerings.
The Taste of the Mountain Food, Wine, and Jazz Festival returns for a 10th delicious year at Snowshoe Mountain Resort, August 7-9, 2009. The weekend kicks off with an elegant Dessert and Champagne Reception on Friday night, followed by Saturday's Grand Tasting Event, which will feature more than 100 wines from around the world. DETAILS ON THE FESTIVAL >>
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Hosts $250,000 Snowshoe Foundation Raffle
The public may purchase tickets in hopes of winning a variety of big-ticket prizes.
For just $100, you can have a chance to win a 2009 Chevrolet Corvette, 2008 Chevrolet Camaro, new Ford 150 Super Cab Pick-up, Suzuki King Quad Four-Wheeler, Harley-Davidson Motorcycle and $50,000 cash are among the spoils up for grabs. A complete prize list, including times of drawings, is available as snowshoefoundation.com Tickets are available on-line at snowshoefoundation.com, by calling 304-572-8500, or on-site at The Depot, located in The Village at Snowshoe Mountain Resort. Tickets sold sold on-line through July 30. Ticket holders do not need to be present day-of the event to win. SNOWSHOE FOUNDATION RAFFLE DETAILS >>
The Raven Golf Club at Snowshoe Mountain Resort Hosts 53rd Virginia-Carolinas Women's Golf Tournament
Play began this morning, July 20, in the 53rd Virginia-Carolina Women's Tournament 2009 being held at West Virginia's The Raven Golf Club at Snowshoe Mountain Resort.
Throughout the tournament, which will run through Wednesday, July 22, West Virginia and Virginia will team up on a 24-women squad against their counterparts from North and South Carolina. The women will compete in two styles of play, with captain's choice play on Monday and four-ball competition Tuesday and Wednesday. The Virginias Team has won six of the last seven meetings between the squads. WOMEN'S GOLF TOURNAMENT DETAILS >>
Snowshoe Hosts All Brands Motorcycle Rally, $10,000 Poker Run, Freedom Fest Concerts
Great mountain road tours, activities and live entertainment highlight best really in WV
West Virginia's best all-brands touring rally returns to Snowshoe MOuntain for its 9th year, July 16 - 19, 2009. This annual event will provide four event-filled days with tours, live entertainment, biker games and a $10,000 poker run. The area surrounding Snowshoe is some of the most picturesque in the country, and the winding mountain roads will keep riders of all kinds entertained, no matter the destination. FREEDOM FEST & CONCERT 2009 >>
Snowshoe Mountain Turns Up the Heat For the 18th Annual Fire on the Mountain Chili Cook-off
A Regional Red Chili Champion will be named and guests will enjoy live entertainment while sampling all the chili their tate buds can handle.
Snowshoe, W. Va. - After a rockin' 4th of July celebration, Snowshoe Mountain is preparing for a hot weekend, and one of the state's most beloved summer events. The 18th annual Fire on the Mountain Chili Cook-off will include Verde and Salsa competitions, as well as the weekend's showcase event, the crowning of the Regional Red Chili Champion. More than 50 chili cooks will compete for $12,000 in cash at this tasty affair that has become a regional classic. Read More - Download PDF >>
State leads nation in growth
Coal, Housing help West Virginia avoid economic downturn
In recent months, West Virginia has bucked the national economic calamity, and has actually led the nation in economic growth since May, a report issued Tuesday by the Rockefeller Institute of Government indicates. Click on the following Read More link to find what the three factors sheltering West Virginia from the economic catastrophe are. .. Read More - The Charleston Gazette >>
Country Living Magazine Chooses the 2009 HOUSE OF THE YEAR
Nestled atop the picturesque peaks of West Virginia's Snowshoe Mountain in Sawmill Village, the resort's exclusive, gated residential community.
Charleston, WV - Country Living, the nation's leading shelter magazine has announced the completion of the magazine's 2009 House of the Year. Read More - Download PDF >>
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