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Posted on December 03 2009 at 11:40pm by Press Release

December 3rd, 2009, Golden, BC…. Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is ready to open early for the winter season with a preview weekend this Friday, December 4th, Saturday, December 5th, and Sunday, December 6th. With recording breaking snowfall in November, this opening day is going to be epic.

“This opening weekend is shaping up to be one of the best Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has ever experienced.” says Steve Paccagnan President and General Manager of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. “With over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain, skiers and snowboarders are going to enjoy amazing conditions from the Alpine to the plaza.”

75 of the mountains 106 runs will be opening on Friday with more terrain anticipated to open over the first two weekends of operation.

The mid mountain base has presently settled to 136cm while the total snowfall for the season already surpassed 200cm.

The Golden Eagle Express gondola and the Stairway to Heaven Chair will be loading powder hungry skiers and snowboarders from 9:00am – 3:00pm.

Open Alpine terrain includes Bowl Over, the north and south facing slopes of CPR Ridge, Crystal Bowl and the south facing glades on Redemption Ridge.

Ticket pricing will be 10% off the regular rate or $65.70 for an adult lift ticket.

Seven day a week operations begin Friday December 11th 2009

To support a local athlete and build the excitement for the games, Kicking Horse will be hosting the second annual Dave Duncan First Gondola Charity Auction for the first Gondola of the season. The winning bid will get the honors of the first Gondola, a private BMC guide and complimentary lunch at the Award Winning Eagle’s Eye Restaurant. This live auction will be happening in the lift line shortly before opening on Friday morning.

For up-to-date live weather information, web cams, accommodation specials and updates on special events check out kickinghorseresrort.com