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TODAY'S TRAIL REPORT
Date:	7/30/2010 9:19:31 AM	Time:	8:49:59 AM
Trail Conditions:
OPEN FOR SUMMER OPERATIONS! Start your weekend early - we have extended hours on Thursday AND Friday nights! Opening Day - Saturday, June 26, 2010 Closing Day - Sunday, August 29, 2010 Re-opening for Labour Day Weekend - September 4-6, 2010 Chairlift Operating Schedule Elk Chair: - Thursdays & Fridays - 10am - 7pm - Saturday, Sunday & Holidays* - 10am - 4:30pm Timber Chair: - Saturday, Sunday & Holidays* - 10am - 4pm Holidays include: Canada Day (July 1), Civic Holiday (August 2) and Labour Day (September 6) BIKE TRAIL CONDITIONS* Trails are in WICKED shape - kudos to the trail crew for their hard work repairing the water damage from last week's rains! With the hot, dry weather over the past few days, dust may be a factor so leave some space between you and the riders ahead of you. Ride with caution on man-made wood features as some may be slippery. And most of all HAVE FUN out there. HIKING TRAIL CONDITIONS All hiking trails are open but unmaintained at this time. Alpine Wildoflowers are in bloom and the berry crops are almost ripe! Take a guided hike to learn more about our unique flora, fauna, and fossils. NOTICES We have several bears, moose and cougar on the mountain. Watch for signage at the lift bases and always ride & hike with caution. Make lots of noise and be bear aware!
Events, Activities & Services:
NEW BIKE RENTAL SPECIAL! Rent a Downhill Mountain Bike and Full Face Helmet for only $79 + tax! DISCOVER MOUNTAIN BIKING CLINICS NOW offered on Saturdays & Sundays from 11am to 1pm! $49.99 + tax (includes 2hr. lesson, lift ticket and DH bike package) $18.00 + tax (for 2hr. lesson only) THE ALPINE WILDFLOWERS ARE IN FULL BLOOM! Join Nature Bob for a Guided Alpine Hike! Half & Full Day hikes are available. Half Day Hike (adult) - $31.00 + hst Full Day Hike (adult) - $46.60 + hst Price includes guided hike and scenic chairlift ride up & down the mountain. Contact Guest Services to book your hike! KELSEY'S RESTAURANT Open from Thursday - Sunday from 12noon-9pm. Specials include: Thursday - Sunday: 2 for 1 Starters (available all day) Thursdays: 1/2 Price Wings Sundays: All you can eat Wings for $15.99

TODAY'S WEATHER
Current Temp:	15°C/ 59°F
Expected High:	27°C/ 80.6°F
Current Weather:	Today Sunny. Becoming a mix of sun and cloud near noon. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Wind becoming south 20 km/h near noon except gusting to 70 near thunderstorms this afternoon. High 27. UV index 7 or high. Tonight Clearing this evening. Risk of a thunderstorm early this evening. Wind south 20 km/h except gusting to 70 near thunderstorms this evening. Wind becoming light near midnight. Low 11.
Forecast:	Tonight Clearing this evening. Risk of a thunderstorm early this evening. Wind south 20 km/h except gusting to 70 near thunderstorms this evening. Wind becoming light near midnight. Low 11. Saturday Sunny with cloudy periods. Increasing cloudiness late in the morning with 40 percent chance of showers in the afternoon and evening. Risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening. High 23. Sunday Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Low 11. High 20. Monday Sunny. Low 9. High 25.
Full Weather Report from Environment Canada

IMPORTANT: Walking or Riding in unmaintained areas causes unnecessary erosion which threatens wildlife, fauna and flora on the mountain. Please ride/hike on the trails provided. Thank-you

Getting some air at the Thursday Night Race (photos by Nicole Matei)

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