What's Happening on Mt Seymour

This Weekend on Seymour! Pacific Boarder Night Lights & Billabong Flaunt It!

Come up this weekend March 12 & 13 for the Pacific Boarder Night Lights & Billabong Flaunt It Events!

PACIFIC BOARDER NIGHT LIGHTS

Come on up this weekend and Register for the Pacifi Boarder Night Lights event on Friday night. Registration starts at 5pm in Guest Services with the Jam contest begining at 6pm in the PIT. Enjoy great music, lots of fun and an evening on the hill!

*All participants need to sign a waiver. If you are under 19 years of age, you will need to have a parent or guardian sign the waiver for you. HELMETS are mandatory!

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BILLABONG FLAUNT IT!

Billabong’s Flaunt It is an All-Girls Slopestyle & Rail Jam snowboard series that is aimed at giving girls from all levels a chance to Flaunt It while providing over $30,000 in cash and prizes for the girls to vie for. Flaunt It 2010 has been added to the Swatch TTR World Snowboard Event Tour schedule, meaning riders can now collect valuable TTR Ranking Points at Flaunt It contests. 
 
Flaunt It Seymour will have a $2000 cash purse up for grabs plus tons of prizes from our sponsors. The first place winner for each event will receive airfare and accommodations to the series Finals at Tremblant, held during the Telus Spin Festival. The final event will have a cash purse of $10,000!
 
Each contest is being designed with fun in mind and Billabong invites all local female shredders to come out and Flaunt It!
*Please note that this contest is open to all female riders (AM & PRO).
 
REGISTRATION IS OPEN, SIGN UP NOW @ http://www.billabong.com/flauntit/
 
Cash Purse Breakdown:

Slopestyle:

1st: $700.00 + flight and acc. to finals

2nd:$500.00

3rd:$300.00

Rail Jam

1st: $250.00

2nd:$100.00

3rd:$50.00

DAKINE Best Trick of the day: $100.00

 
Nixon will be providing first place winners with a custom Nixon gold 42-20 "Flaunt It" watch!

For a detailed schedule, check out our events page!

Posted: Thursday, March 11th 2010, 5:22 PM

Nike 6.0 Greatest Hits Park

Check out all the latest action from the Greatest Hits Park. Come and ride the features that has the whole industry talking!

Check out the Nike 6.0 website for full details on the park and the insane event last weekend that saw 3 US Olympic halfpipe athletes spend the day at Mt Seymour.

Posted: Sunday, March 7th 2010, 2:14 PM

Spring Break Hours of Operation March 7 - 14

Lifts opening from 8:30 AM daily during Spring Break from March 7th to the 14th

During the spring break period from March 8th to March 14th, Mount Seymour will be operating on the Weekend / Holiday schedule with lifts opening from 8:30 AM!

During this period the A&W shuttle bus will also be operating on the Weekend / Holiday schedule with continued trips from Lonsdale Quay at 9:30am and 5:30pm, and trips from Mt Seymour at 5:00pm and 9:00pm daily.

 

 

Posted: Sunday, March 7th 2010, 1:02 PM

Enjoy Spring Break at Mt Seymour

With special promotions, 5 events and the holiday schedule running all week, now is the time to hit Mt Seymour!

Photo:Fresh snow falling at the bottom of the Mystery Chair, Wednesday March 10th, 9:44AM

Mt Seymour is the only place to spend Spring Break. With a week chalked-full of events, special promotions, and good snow conditions, this is the place to have fun on the slopes and get out of the city.
 
With the buzz of winter sport still in the city, we are excited to be offering affordable options for everyone who wants to come up the mountain to go skiing or snowboarding during the Spring Break. We are running at holiday hours for the whole week as well from 8:30am - 10:00pm
 
During Spring Break from March 8 to March 12, Mt Seymour is offering the Spring Break Family Special.  For every adult lift ticket purchase, 1 child aged 6-12 will receive 50% off their lift ticket.  All other skiers and snowboarders can also take advantage of the Spring Snow Pass on sale now and ride the slopes the whole break, and for the rest of the season, for only $99.

For those wanting to bring their ski and snowboard skills to the next level, anyone registered for a Private Lesson during Spring Break will receive 25% off their next Private Lesson.  Spring Lesson Camps are also continuing through the break for kids and adults alike.  They are the best way to get out onto the mountain, learn some news skills, and have fun.

On top of everything we have to offer for Spring Break, the mountain will also be buzzing with 5 ski and snowboard events happening during the week. Here is an outline of the events on Mt Seymour during Spring Break.

- Pacific Boarder Night Light Park Jam – Friday, March 12

- Billabong FLAUNT IT!: Saturday, March 13

Check out our Events Page for full event details and enjoy Spring Break!!

Updated Wednesday March 10th, 10:29AM

Posted: Sunday, March 7th 2010, 12:38 PM

Today on the Mountain - Friday, March 12

Skiers and snowboarders are grinning from ear to ear! 26cm of snow last night bringing out weekly total to 102cm of freah snow!

 Last night, 26cm of snow fall on Mt Seymour bringing the snowfall this week to 102cm!  The snowbase at the peak of the mountain is 386cm and 150cm at parking lot level.  There are 29 runs and 2 terrain parks open. 

With fresh powder in the trails, perfect conditions for snowshoeing, and the tobogganing park open for families, it is the perfect time to come the Mt Seymour.  For everyone wanting take advantage of this late winter snowfall, the Spring Snow Pass is still on sale for $99 for adults, youth, and students, and $79 for children.

As the snow continues to fall, Mt Seymour is gearing up for a weekend of events.  On Friday, March 12 starting at 6pm, Pacific Boarder presents Night Light, a night time rail jam for snowboarders of all ages and abilities.  On Saturday, March 13, Billabong will be hosting their annual Flaunt It competition at Mt Seymour.  Flaunt It is an All-Girls Slopestyle and Rail Jam snowboard series that is aimed at giving girls from all levels a chance to Flaunt It while providing over $30,000 in cash and prizes for the girls to vie for.

 

Posted: Friday, March 5th 2010, 2:01 PM

Make the Most Out of Spring Break. Register Now for Spring Camps.

Registration is open for Spring Lesson Camps. There is something for all ages and abilities.

Mt Seymour is the place where Vancouver learns to ski or snowboard.  Now's the time to jump into spring and register for one of our popular spring camps.  With Spring Break just around the corner, there's no better time to get out onto the mountain, learn some new skills, and have fun!

There is a program for everyone and for all skill levels, whether its your child's first time on snow or you wanting to perfect your skills.  Don't miss out on these fun camps.

Click here or call 604-986-2261 x208 to learn more or to register for a Spring Camp.

Posted: Monday, March 1st 2010, 1:56 PM

Spring Snowshoeing at Mt Seymour

As the skies open up and cover Mt Seymour in snow, we have just released our Spring Snowshoeing Schedule

The skies have opened and covered Mt Seymour in beautiful fresh snow. Our snowshoe trails are looking better than ever and now is the time to take a hike through our scenic alpine trails. Leave the chaos of the city behind and immerse yourself in our winter environment. Make some fresh snowshoe tracks in the powder on the trails with the subdued sounds of the forest the only distraction.

Check out our Spring Snowshoe Schedule to get your snowshoeing fix this spring. With the majority of trails open, and a fresh blanket of snow, now is the time to snowshoe at Mt Seymour.

Click here to find out more and enjoy the trails.

Posted: Wednesday, February 24th 2010, 1:07 AM

Spring Snow Pass on Sale Now

Get the best value of the season. Spring Snow Pass on Sale now. Read more for details.

In celebration of the winter sports fever that has gripped Vancouver, Mt Seymour is pleased to announce that the Spring Snow Pass is on sale now and passes are valid for use from the 20 February 2010 until the end of the 09-10 season. That’s a full 8 days earlier than usual, which gives Vancouver a chance to get out on the snow to emulate what our national heroes are doing on the international stage.

Spring Snow Passes cost just $99 for adult, youth, student and senior passes and $69 for child passes. That’s incredible value when you can ride every day until the end of the season. In fact, you only need to hit the mountain 3 times and you have got your moneys worth.

Plus, as a special bonus, every person that buys a Spring Snow Pass will go into the draw to win first prize of a set of K2 skis or a ROME snowboard. Second prize is a Rayne Longboard with custom Mt Seymour graphics and third prize are a pair of Dragon goggles.

Passes are on sale now and you can ski or ride from Saturday 20 February. Just $99 for unlimited riding from the 20 February until the end of the season. That’s great value!

Posted: Wednesday, February 17th 2010, 4:30 PM

Guys Night Out - Girls Ride FREE*

Presented by Granville Island Brewing, Guys Night Out - Girls Ride FREE is every Monday night with lots of great prizes and specials for event participants!

ATTENTION ALL LADIES!! Make sure to come up to Mt Seymour this Monday, March 15th for our last Guys Night Out, Girls Ride Free for the 2009/2010 season!

It is sure to be a great evening, with a Snowboard up for grabs! Come for Apres ski in Elevations at 8pm, with the draw starting at 9pm for your chance to win some GREAT SWAG!!

DON'T MISS OUT!!!

 

Girls Ride Free every Monday night from 6pm starting January 11th, 2010 to March 15th, 2010. This great night supports breast cancer research at the BC Cancer Foundation and is an awesome social night to share with friends. Donations will be accepted at Guest Services and during Apres Ski Night in Elevations as all proceeds go directly to the BC Cancer Foundation. So don't forget to bring up your wallet!

Not only do girls get to ride for free, but we have plenty of draw prizes and food and drink specials in Elevations Restaurant starting at 8pm each Monday night.

So be sure to pick up your FREE lift voucher from one of our participating retail outlets and have a great, fun, free night at Mt Seymour. 

Pick up your voucher at:

* Pacific Boarder

1793 West 4th Ave., Vancouver

* Coastal Riders

10310 152nd St., Surrey

* Fluid Sports

20468 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge

3418-19705 Fraser Hwy., Langley

* North Shore Sports Swap

2021 Old Dollarton Rd., North Vancouver

* Vancouver Ski & Snowboard Services

#271 East 2nd Ave., Vancouver

* Comor Sports

3700 East Hastings St., Vancouver

 

*A voucher from one of our retail partners is required to redeem for a lift ticket. Maximum of two vouchers can be picked up at a retail location at one time.

Posted: Tuesday, January 5th 2010, 10:28 AM