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Bear Mountain opens today

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A surprise cold snap whipped through Big Bear Lake this week allowing for unprecedented, early season snowmaking at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit.

Big Bear Mountain Resorts opened Bear Mountain today with Chair 5, Central Park Run and half a dozen terrain features accessible to snowboarders and skiers.

"This is our earliest opening ever in the modern era. With this rare shift in the weather, we opted to fire up the snowmaking guns a bit early to give our visitors a sneak peek at the great season ahead," said Chris Riddle, Director of Marketing for Big Bear Mountain Resorts.

Special early season rates will apply with discounted lift tickets available for only $25 for adults, $20 for young adults and $10 for children. Season pass holders are encouraged to get a head start on the season. Snowmaking has also begun at Snow Summit with an opening date to be announced soon.

To receive updates on the latest conditions and opening day information, text "SNOW" to 52406 or call 800-BEAR-MTN or 888-SUMMIT-1. To view updated videos, photos and terrain maps, log on to www.bearmountain.com or www.snowsummit.com.

Mountain High opens Thursday

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Mountain High Resort in Wrightwood will open tomorrow, Oct. 29, making this the 13th year in a row they have been the first resort to open in Southern California with top to bottom riding.  This also marks the resort's earliest opening ever on machine made snow. 

 

"This has the feel of a great season.  With our early opening, El Nino looming, and the economy recovering, we feel very positive about the upcoming winter," said Karl Kapuscinski.

 

Thursday will be open to season pass holders only.  Mountain High's $299 Anytime Season Pass is a great way to save money.  Regularly $599, this pass is good any day or night during the season, including holidays, and pays for itself in just five visits. 

Guests can get more information along with snow reports, live cams and text alerts at mthigh.com. 

 Beginning Friday, early season prices will be $25 for children ages 7 to 12, $30 for Night tickets from 5pm to 10pm, $35 for a 4-Hour ticket, and $40 for an 8-Hour ticket.  Prices are subject to change without notice.

 Operating hours will be 9 a.m .to 5 p.m.on Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

 Up to two lifts will be available accessing four trails which consist of predominately beginner to intermediate terrain.  Six to ten terrain features will also be on the mountain including several of Mountain High's brand new jibs.

 A full line of rental and retail products will be available along with repair services and food & beverage.  The Winter Sports School is not yet offering lessons but will begin as soon as the necessary beginner terrain comes on line. 

 Cold temperatures and aggressive snowmaking are what lead to this early opening and Mountain High will continue to make snow whenever possible, even during the day, so guests are advised to dress warmly. 

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