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March 2006
Mountain Adventure Seminars (MAS) and the BaseCamp Lodge in Bear Valley, CA, have created a newsletter to provide information that is both informative and enjoyable to users of the High Sierra. Please note that your email address will never be sold or shared. If you would prefer not to receive this newsletter please go to the bottom of this email to unsubscribe. Otherwise sit back, relax, and let yourself dream and inspire.
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bear pawsBear Valley News:
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"Miracle March Revisited - 2006

March 2006 started with a series of cold storms from the Gulf of Alaska which delivered 11+ feet of light fluffy snow to Bear Valley.  A historic two weeks of fantastic powder ensued.  Smiles and hollers of joy prevailed on the slopes and we hope many of your were able to take advantage of the great snow conditions.

March 27th Update - Another big storm is headed our way with several feet of new snow in the forecast for this Tuesday and Wednesday. Plus there are hints that more stormy weather is headed our way this weekend and beyond.  We are not out of the deep yet.  

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Since you shouldn't argue with mother nature many Bear Valley businesses are extending their winter operations to celebrate and acknowledge "Miracle March Revisited".

BVMR - Lift-serviced skiing and snowboarding extended thru April 23
BaseCamp - "Mid-Week Sleep & Ski" Special extended thru April 21st
MAS - More Avalanche Level I Seminars in April

PS - The backcountry ski & snowboard conditions are going to be great this Spring.

New Bear Valley Website  - Bear Valley has a new community website intended to compile everything useful to know about Bear Valley.  This site is made by the people for the people and anybody can provide content.  wiki

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Deep New Snow = More MAS Avalanche Courses!

MAS is extending the avalanche education season. Conditions are great to learn about snow stability, rescue techniques and most importantly, avalanche avoidance.  Get to know your snow!

   
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   •  Avalanche Level I - April 1-2

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   •  Ski & Board Avalanche Level I - April 8-9 4 spaces left
   •  Avalanche Level I - April 15-16 new date
   •  Ski & Board Avalanche Level I - April 22-23  new date
   


Ramping Up for the MAS 2006 Mountaineering Season

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Recent snows have set the stage for an excellent mountaineering season in California.  At the end of April, MAS will begin training and climbing on the steep snow slopes of Mt. Lassen, Bear Valley Mountain Resort and the Eastern High Sierra.  If you have ever wanted to learn some valuable snow travel skills, or climb some of the most scenic peaks in Northern California, now is the time.
  • Bear Valley Mountaineering Workshops & Seminars
    April 27-30, May 26*-29, June 8-11
  • Mt. Lassen Mountaineering Camp
    May 20-21 , June 17-18
  • Eastside Mountaineering Camp
    May 12-14, June 2-4

MAS Rock Climbing at Red Rocks, Nevada

Experience the thrill of rock climbing on the long multi-pitch routes in the scenic desert canyons of Red Rocks only 20 miles west of Las Vegas, NV.  This area is a climber's paradise with sport and traditional climbing on wild marbled sandstone walls from 80-1000 feet tall.  Register soon while plane tickets are still cheap.

  • You choose the length - up to 5 days of great multi-pitch climbing
  • When - April 13-17 & October 19-23, 2006
  • Max Ratio - only 2 participants to 1 guide
  • Costs - only $175 (1 day) - $625 (5 days

more information

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bear pawsBaseCamp Lodge News
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The Best "Sleep and Ski Package in the Sierra Nevada!

BaseCamp Special BUNKS:
$30/person: 1 bunk space & 1 cross country trail pass
$35/person: 1 bunk & 1 downhill lift ticket
   
PRIVATE ROOM:
$40/person 1 night & one cross country trail pass
$45/person 1 night & one downhill lift ticket

Based on double occupancy, mid-week, non-holiday

bear pawsBear Valley Mountain Resort News
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Bear Valley's First High Speed Quad Chairlift Coming this Summer
The Bear Valley Mountain Resort (BVMR) has recently unveiled plans to add a new high-speed lift to the mountain.  Hiber Express will replace Bear Valley’s Hibernation Chair and represents one of the most advanced, environmentally-friendly high speed quad lifts in production. (more info.)

Early Bird 2006/2007 Season Pass Sale ends April 16th at BVMR
Buy your pass today and ride all spring as well as any day during the 06/07 season. When you purchase before April 17th, you'll secure the best price plus enjoy summer specials at partner recreation outfits such as OARS (rafting), Copper Valley Trail Co. (horseback riding), Bear Valley Adventure Co. (mountain biking) and Mountain Adventure Seminars (rock climbing).

MAS Pass Holder Offerings: all 2006/2007 BVMR season pass holders receive:

  • "3 MAS Adventures for the Price of 2" - Book two people in an MAS program before June 1st, 2006 and a third person can attend for free. (wilderness medicine courses excluded)
  • Receive a 10% discount on all MAS programs except wilderness medicine. Valid April 1st, 2006 through April 1st, 2007. Not valid with any other discounts.

MAS logoUpcoming MAS / Bear Valley Events
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March 2006
DATE EVENT LOCATION
31* Freeheel Friday Bear Valley
   
April 2006
1 Toms Race - 10K Classic at BVCC Bear Valley
1-2 Pinnacles Rock Climbing Camp Hollister
1-2 Avalanche Level I Seminar Bear Valley
1-2 Mt. Lassen Ski/Board Blitz Mt. Lassen
2 Afternoon of Wine & Jazz at BVMR Bear Valley
2 BVMR Season Pass Holder Appreciation Lunch - Free Ski Demos featuring Rosignol Bear Valley
7* Freeheel Friday Bear Valley
8 Intro. to Outdoor Rock Climbing Santa Cruz Mtns
8 Rosignol / Mountain Dew Jib Jam #2 at BVMR Bear Valley
8 Reggae on the Mountain - Pond skimming & Micro-Brew Festival at BVMR Bear Valley
8-9 Ski/Board Avalanche Level I Seminar Bear Valley
8-9 Calaveras Dome Multi-Pitch Camp Jackson
9 Top-Rope Anchors Workshop Santa Cruz Mtns
13-17 Red Rocks Desert Climbing Camp Las Vegas
14* Freeheel Friday Bear Valley
15 Telemark Workshop Bear Valley
15 Intro. to Outdoor Rock Climbing Placerville
15 Traditional Gear Workshop South Lake Tahoe
15-16 Backcountry Telemark Seminar Bear Valley
16 Backcountry Ski & Board Adventure Bear Valley
16 Top-Rope Anchors Workshop Placerville
16 Phantom Spires Adventure South Lake Tahoe
 
* - midweek dates

 

 

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