By Amy Quesenberry
Special to the Turnagain Times
Photo courtesy of Alyeska Resort
Skiers catch some fresh powder on a sunny day at Alyeska.
Flowmotion at the Sitz
The Sitzmark Bar & Grill is presenting a line up of nationally renowned musical acts this spring. Next up is Seattle's Flowmotion, scheduled to return to the Sitz for two nights Feb. 19 and 20. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 day of show. Other upcoming shows include Grammy-award winning bluegrass legend Peter Rowan and all female Led Zeppelin cover band Lez Zeppelin. Advance tickets for all Sitzmark shows are available at the ticket office or by calling 754-2275.
Watch the Olympic Games at the Aurora
The Aurora Bar & Grill is a great venue to watch the Olympic Games. You can follow our Alaskan Olympians reach for the gold on the ABar's 42” plasma TV's while enjoying one of their signature pizzas or specialty cocktails. The Aurora is open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Call 754-2186 for to-go orders.
Park & Pipe
There is still time to sign up for Shred League, a new freestyle competition series Friday nights from 5:30-8 p.m. Comps rotate between the super pipe and terrain parks from Feb. 19 to March 19. The league is open to skier and snowboarders of all ages, and you can compete as a team or individual. Master the pipe during Freestyle Fridays, a two-hour session in the super pipe and terrain parks offered from 6–8 p.m. on Friday nights. Check online for more details.
Mountain Learning Center
MLC Spring Break Camps are a great way to build your child's skills and enthusiasm for skiing and riding. Camps are offered every day during spring break for all ages and ability levels. Call 754-2280 for more information.
Patrol Benefit Update
Thanks to everyone who came out to support the Ski Patrol Avalanche Dog Program during their benefit auction on Feb. 5. Eleven patrollers braved the catwalk and enthusiastic bidders pledged $2,270 for early morning turns and lunch with their favorite. Factoring in raffle and t-shirt sales, the benefit raised over $5,000 for the program, and proceeds will go towards food, health care and training for the dogs. The “Dogs Dig Me” t-shirts will remain on sale at the Sitzmark. Congrats to raffle winner Alison Rein, enjoy those pontoons.
North Face Vertical Challenge
Are you up for the challenge? The second annual Vertical Challenge endurance competition will prove who can get the most runs on Alyeska's North Face in one day. The race will take place on Monday, March 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be a men's and women's division, but no categories for specific equipment. Registration forms online or at the Ticket Office.
Safety Tip from Ski Patrol
There is lots more powder to come this season, so please get ready to be a safe skier and rider. Make sure to get your equipment tuned routinely. Alaska State law requires either a safety strap or ski brakes. When stopping for a break mid-run, make sure you can be seen from above. If you need help, ask any employee for Ski Patrol assistance. Have a great spring riding season.
Food and Wine Delight
Save the date: Sunday, March 28 brings two very special wineries from California to Seven Glaciers Restaurant, Silver Oak and Twomey Cellars. This promises to be an evening of unmatched wine and food excellence that you don't want to miss. A second dinner will take place on April 25, featuring Banfi wines.
