Monday, February 01, 2010

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-February 1, 2010-The United States Olympic Mogul Team will make final preparations for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, from February 1-7, 2010.

“Steamboat is proud to be the exclusive training site for the US Olympic Mogul Team,” said Andy Wirth, senior vice president of sales & marketing for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “Steamboat has a rich tradition in freestyle and an Olympic heritage that dates back nearly 80 years. It only makes sense that America’s brightest contenders for Olympic glory make their final preparations for the 2010 Winter Games right here in Ski Town USA.”

The US Freestyle Team’s mogul skiers will refine their skills and make final tune-ups at the Steamboat Ski Area on Mayer’s Mogul Course, recently named for Olympic silver medalist, Travis Mayer. Eight athletes (four men and four women) are planning five training days on the mountain, tentatively scheduled for February 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. Extensive one-on-one instruction from discipline coaches; morning physical training as well as a late afternoon on-snow schedule will simulate the upcoming Olympic environment.

This will be the third time the team has held its pre-Olympic camp in Ski Town, USA. Just prior to the 2002 Winter Games, the entire freestyle squad (aerials and moguls) trained in Steamboat where Johnny Moseley perfected his sport changing dinner roll and Steamboat’s own Travis Mayer fine tuned what would be his silver medal run. The Freestyle team spent several days in Steamboat leading up to the 2006 Olympics in Italy. In addition, these athletes competed on this same course just over a month ago during the 2010 Olympic Trials event, where Hannah Kearney and Patrick Deneen secured their spots on the 2010 team.

“Steamboat is an awesome place for us to train,” said Scott Rawles, head mogul coach for the US Ski Team. “It’s a great ski town, and the competition venue there is similar to the one we’ll be competing on in Vancouver. The idea behind the camp is to get everyone refocused on competition, the Olympics and the ultimate goal – winning a medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.”

Steamboat has a long tradition in the sport of freestyle and is currently home to Travis Mayer-2002 Olympic Silver medalist; Nelson Carmichael-1992 Olympic Bronze Medalist & 2-time World Cup Champion; Ann Battelle-World Champion, 2-time World Cup Champion and 4-time Olympian; Park Smalley-athlete, coach and driving force behind the Olympic status freestyle skiing enjoys today; and Jeff Good–winningest coach in US Ski Team history.

“The support these athletes will receive from Ski Town USA® will help focus them on the task at hand, getting in top mental and physical shape,” said Nelson Carmichael. “Steamboat has produced more winter Olympians than any other town in North America, and I couldn’t think of a better place to make final plans for the largest sport stage in the world, the Olympics.”

2010 U.S. OLYMPIC MOGUL TEAM
(name, hometown, age as of opening ceremonies, birthdate, past Olympics)

Shannon Bahrke, Tahoe City, CA, 29, 11/7/80 (2002, 2006)
Patrick Deneen, Cle Elum, WA, 22, 12/25/87
Hannah Kearney, Norwich, VT, 23, 2/26/86 (2006)
Heather McPhie, Bozeman, MT, 25, 5/28/84
Michael Morse, Duxbury, MA, 28, 4/2/81
Michelle Roark, Denver, CO, 35, 11/16/74 (2006)
Nate Roberts, Park City, UT, 27, 3/24/82
Bryon Wilson, Park City, UT, 21, 4/7/88

To stay up to date on all that is happening with the team between now and the Olympics, log onto www.usskiteam.com. Better yet, come to Steamboat to see them during their camp this week or at the Olympian Send-Off & Celebration on Friday, Feb. 5th.

Thursday January 25, 2010

Steamboat Springs, Winter Park & Copper Mountain, CO-January 25, 2010-Imagine an infusion of distinct individual flavors while sampling three of the best resorts in North America with one ski pass as Steamboat, Winter Park Resort and Copper Mountain offer a second season serving the tasty and popular dish, the Pow Pow Platter. In the past 48-hours, up to a foot of snow has blanketed these resorts, with additional snow forecasted through the week.

“Skiers and riders want great value when it comes to enjoying the slopes of Colorado and the Pow Pow Platter is the perfect sampler of Colorado’s best resorts,” said Rob Perlman, vice president of sales & marketing for Winter Park Resort. “Rather than the wonton, the egg roll and the spare rib, while supplies last, we are offering skiers and riders one unrestricted day each at Steamboat, Winter Park and Copper Mountain for only $99.”

Currently on sale, the Pow Pow Platter, a photo pass, offers great value for skiing and riding at three of Colorado’s premier resorts with one day at Steamboat, Winter Park and Copper Mountain for only $99, including no blackout dates. One pass is valid for one day at each resort. Simply put, $33 a day for three incredible resorts.

“With a foot of fresh snow in the past 48-hours, powderhounds have the opportunity of a lifetime to experience three of the best mountain resorts in Colorado,” added Andy Wirth, senior vice president-sales & marketing for Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “With this limited time offer, skiers and riders from across the Rocky Mountain region can spend the season exploring the real Colorado winter experience that is Copper, Steamboat and Winter Park.”

Limited quantities of the $99 Pow Pow Platters will be available while supplies last. Platters may only be purchased online at www.SkiColorado.com; must be purchased 48-hours in advance and may be redeemed at any of the three resorts. Limit of one Pow Pow Platter per person and individual days do not have to used consecutively.

Skiers and riders who dine on the Pow Pow Platter will enjoy Mary Jane’s world-renowned moguls and Winter Park’s extraordinary alpine bowl and highest six-passenger lift; Copper’s Free Tucker Cat Skiing, free parking and Naturally Divided Terrain; and Steamboat’s western hospitality, famous trees and legendary Champagne Powder™ snow. Pow Pow Platter connoisseurs have access to a combined total of 432 trails, 8,493 acres and over 9,300 vertical feet of terrain at Copper Mountain, Winter Park and Steamboat.

They are all over the internet, organizations wanting money for the Haiti Disaster Relief, but how do you know they are legit? We have compiled a list of a few organizations we know that are legit and doing a great job of assisting with the disaster relief efforts. How you can help: In addition to providing emergency relief, these organizations are providing the following aid to those in need: Providing Basic Needs: • AMERICAN RED CROSS • UNICEF • CLINTON BUSH HAITI FUND • CARE • OXFAM AMERICA • SAVE THE CHILDREN • UNITED NATIONS FOUNDATION/CERF • ADRA International • Adventist Development and Relief Agency • American Jewish World Services • Catholic Relief Services • Church World Service • Concern Worldwide • Episcopal Relief & Development • Evangelical Lutheran Church in America • International Relief Teams • International Rescue Committee • God’s Littlest Angels • Kids Alive International • Lions Clubs International • Love a Child • Mercy & Sharing • Mercy Corps • North Carolina Baptist Men • Operation Blessing International • Population Services International • Project Hope • Samaritan’s Purse • Salesian Missions • St. Boniface Haiti Foundation • United Way Worldwide • World Concern • World Neighbors • World Vision • World Relief • Yéle Haiti Providing Shelter: • Habitat for Humanity International • International Organization for Migration • Pan American Relief • Shelterbox Providing Medical Aid: • PARTNERS IN HEALTH • INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS • American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee • Americares • Catholic Medical Mission Board • Cure International • Direct Relief International • Doctors Without Borders • Friends of the Orphans • Haitian Health Foundation • Healing Hands for Haiti • Heart to Heart International • Hôpital Albert Schweitzer Haiti • International Child Care • IMA World Health • MAP International • Medical Teams International • MedShare • MerlinUSA • North Carolina Baptist Men • Operation Smile • Operation USA • Project Medishare • World Health Organization Providing Food: • WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME • Action Against Hunger • Compassion International • Food For the Hungry • Food for the Poor • North Carolina Baptist Men • The Salvation Army • World Water Relief   Organizations accepting international currencies: • The International Committee of the Red Cross • British Red Cross • UK: The Disasters Emergency Committee • The French Red Cross • UK: Merlin • Germany Red Cross • Italian Red Cross • Ireland: Concern Worldwide • Oxfam Great Britain • Plan Canada

// // Friday, January 15, 2010  STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO—January 15, 2010 — The Bud Light Cowboy Downhill has been stampeding down the slopes of Steamboat Ski Resort for almost four decades,  this year riding takes on a whole new challenge as the competition moves to 4 pm on January 19th. Professional cowboys and cowgirls from around the United States will now tackle the obstacle course and Stampede event in the alpenglow of evening. The 36th annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill has professional rodeo cowboys trading their bulls and broncs for skis and snowboards in the race at the base of Mt. Werner. Each competitor participates in a dual slalom, where side by side courses test the racers speed, agility and rodeo skills. After racing through gates and surviving a large jump, the cowboys must lasso a Steamboat Ambassador, saddle a real horse and cross the finish line, in the fastest time. Just surviving the course is tough enough for many cowboys, as they are bucked from their equipment. The slalom course is followed immediately by the fan favorite, Stampede. It’s every cowboy for themselves as the racers storm down the mountain in a winner-takes-all race. “The Cowboy Downhill is a legendary event that has everyone watching to see what the professional cowboys will do,” says Andy Wirth, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Steamboat Ski Resort & Corporation. “We moved the event to the evening to bring more excitement, as well as make the event more accessible for spectators. The later evening format leads perfectly into a FREE Bud Light Rocks the Boat concert.” The resort will feature family friendly activities from 12:00pm – 4:00 pm, prior to the Cowboy Downhill. Gondola Square will be activity central with booths from the Community Agriculture Alliance, 4-H farm animal petting zoo and a learn-to-rope clinic. Commemorative Cowboy Downhill logo wear will also be on sale in Gondola Square. After the Cowboy Downhill, Reckless Kelly will take to the stage at approximately 5:30pm in Gondola Square and perform a free concert for fans. American Music Association 2009 nominee Reckless Kelly has making waves on the music scene for more than a decade with their Texas-roots music. Their unique style and strong lyrics have attracted the attention of audiences in New York, Chicago, the Southeast and even industry-hardened Nashville. The Cowboy Downhill is the brainchild of Billy Kidd, Steamboat’s Director of Skiing, and Larry Mahan, six-time All-Around World Champion cowboy, when 35 years ago they decided to invite a few ProRodeo stars to Steamboat for a day of skiing.  Three and a half decades later, the Bud Light Cowboy Downhill has become one of the most popular and unique ski rodeos in North America featuring cowboys from ProRodeo World Champions and first-timers on skis and snowboards. Billy Kidd and Larry Mahan are still an active part of the event. The Bud Light Cowboy Downhill is always scheduled in January to coincide with the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo in Denver. Participants must be entered at the Stock Show and be a member of the ProRodeo Cowboys Association or the Professional Bull Riders to compete in the event. www.steamboat.com    

// Thursday, January 14, 2010STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-January 14, 2010-As the new year unfolds, Steamboat Ski Resort & Corporation continues its commitment to safety on and off the slopes by celebrating National Safety Awareness Week, January 16-22 with special seminars, demonstrations, programs and contests for all ages of skiers and snowboarders.   “Steamboat’s commitment to safety is one of the key priorities of the resort and allows us to remain in the top tier of ski resorts in North America,” said Chris Diamond, president & chief operating officer of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “Each year we look for new initiatives and ways to educate guest and employees to make the slopes as safe as possible. National Skier Safety Week is an opportunity for Steamboat to showcase these unique initiatives and programs, while reminding every winter enthusiast how enjoy the mountain.   The highlight of this year’s National Skier Safety Week at Steamboat is the 2010 Grand Opening Celebration and Dedication of Beacon Basin, an avalanche transceiver training area located on the mountain. The Beacon Basin helps guests and employees learn the skills necessary for successful beacon recovery, by providing access to buried transceivers whose signals can be picked up by an individual’s personal beacon.  The Steamboat Beacon Basin currently has 4 buried transceiver stations, and anticipates adding an additional four. On Saturday, Sunday and Monday January 16-18, Steamboat Ski Patrol and Ski Haus will host special 2 hour seminars on snow awareness at the Beacon Basin. The seminars are free to the public. Meet at the Beacon Basin at the top of Pony Express Chairlift at 1pm each day.   Another highlight of every National Skier Safety Week is the annual Safety Awareness Poster Contest for elementary school children with visits by patrol over the coming weeks. Posters must be based on one or more of the seven elements of the “Responsibility Code” or the three elements of Smart Style, which is the foundation for the ParkWise initiative. In addition to prizes, overall winning entries will be displayed at the resort and will then be submitted to the National Ski Area Association’s national contest.   Steamboat Ski Area will host a variety of safety programs during National Safety Awareness Week, including: - Know the Code Contest: Skiers and Riders will randomly be stopped on the slopes by members of Steamboat’s Ski Patrol. If they know at least three of the seven parts to the Responsibility Code they’ll receive a prize. - FREE NASTAR racing all week for any guests who can tell the attendant one of the seven slopewise codes. - Gondola Square Safety Booths: Patrol, Olympians and the Steamboat Springs Fire Department will be in Gondola Square sharing safety tips and offering helmet demonstrations. Register to win a free Smith helmet at the Fire Department tent. - Take your picture with Bear, the Steamboat Safety Dog for $5. Funds will go towards additional beacon set ups in the new avalanche transceiver training basin, Beacon Basin. - Jib Jam: Join Ski & Snowboard School as they teach park and pipe skills during the public Jib Jam session in Lil’ Rodeo. - Free Mountain Tours with Ambassador with SlopeWise & Safety Information from Patrol - Billy Kidd One O’Clock Run: Free clinic by Kidd, who will be joined by Patrol during Safety Week - ParkWise tent at Lil’ Rodeo Terrain Park promoting Smart Style, Steamboat’s ParkWise program, handing out safety tips and stickers. - Grooming Reports, daily snow reports and individual chairlift message boards will feature safety messages throughout the week. - New Signage across the mountain promoting safe riding, jibing and slow zones   Steamboat’s SlopeWise program is an overarching program built upon safety programs in place as well as ParkWise (terrain park program), SafetyWise (employee program) and the resort’s Code of Conduct, in conjunction with the NSAA Responsibility Code, which makes it extremely clear that every user of the mountain, regardless of ticket or pass type, understands what is expected, and how the consequences of their actions can impact their ability to enjoy the slopes. -www.steamboat.com-

// // Thursday, January 14, 2010 VANCOUVER, BC and MAHWAH, N.J.– January 14, 2010 – Intrawest and Land Rover North America today announced a new strategic partnership that will see Land Rover serve as the year-round automotive partner at three of the premiere mountain resorts in North America—Stratton Mountain in Vermont, Winter Park Resort and Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation, both in Colorado.   Under the terms of the agreement, Land Rover vehicles will be on display at each resort and included in on-site and web-based promotions throughout the year. On-line videos featuring Land Rover vehicles will feature winter driving tips for consumers and Land Rover will be the presenting sponsor of the Snow Report page on each resort’s website as well as the email notifications that help resort guests plan their winter vacation experiences.   “We are proud of this opportunity to showcase one of the world’s most popular automotive brands as an extension of our commitment to deliver memorable and unique experiences for our resort guests,” said Andy Wirth, SVP of sales & marketing and strategic alliances at Intrawest.  “Our resorts provide unparalleled access to an active and affluent customer base for the world renowned Land Rover brand. We look forward to a successful partnership.”   Land Rover Experience Days will provide resort guests with the opportunity to experience the thrill and excitement of driving off-road in the world’s most capable all-terrain vehicles. Participants will have an opportunity to learn off-road driving and handling techniques as they test drive vehicles with a driving instructor on specially constructed off-road courses at each resort. A complete schedule for Land Rover Experience Days at Stratton Mountain, Steamboat and Winter Park can be found at each resort’s website. “Forming a relationship with Intrawest and their award-winning resorts provides the opportunity for us to further connect with adventure-minded people who seek world class experiences,” said Finbar McFall, Vice President Marketing, Land Rover North America.  “Intrawest’s first-class resorts and top-ranked terrain parks provide the perfect setting to showcase Land Rover’s breadth of capabilities.” About Intrawest Intrawest is a leader in the development and management of experiential destination resorts.  The Company has a network of resorts at North America’s most popular mountain destinations including Whistler Blackcomb, a host venue for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and Canadian Mountain Holidays, the largest heli-skiing operation in the world.  In addition, Intrawest markets and sells real estate at its resorts in North America. Intrawest is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. For more information, visit www.intrawest.com   About Land Rover North America Since 1948 Land Rover has been manufacturing authentic 4×4s that represent true ‘breadth of capability’ across the model range. Defender, LR2 (Freelander 2), LR3 (Discovery 3), Range Rover Sport and Range Rover each define the world’s 4×4 sectors, with 78% of this model range exported to over 140 countries. Land Rover employs 8,500 people and supports a further 40,000 jobs supported in the supply chain. Land Rover takes its responsibility to the environment seriously. Emissions have been cut with all new models and, together with Jaguar, it is investing £700m on technology specifically aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions.  Also, since September 2006, carbon dioxide generated by Land Rover manufacturing activities and UK customer vehicle use has been balanced through an industry leading offset program run by Climate Care. For further information, contact Ian Galbraith, Intrawest Corporate Communications, at (604) 695-8317 or igalbraith@intrawest.com Or Leah Watkins-Hall, Corporate, Brand and Interactive Communications, Jaguar Land Rover North America, at 201.760.8578 or lwatki40@jaguarlandrover.com

There is nothing like a fresh winter morning ski run, unless you are stuck at work. For those of us at work, here is a video to get you working on your winter ski vacation. This is a great video from Ski Town USA, Steamboat Springs Resort, Jan 12th. Steamboat is the home of Champagne Powder snow. The airlines have just announced great low fares. Go to airticket.com for some great fares into Steamboat!  Ski Town USA Steamboat Springs

It’s time for a great day on the slopes with heaps of Champagne Powder, more than 4 feet in the past 14 days. Combine that with a FREE live concert by some of the hottest bands around and you know that picking Steamboat Springs as your Ski Resort Destination this year was the right pick. The free show is part of the sold-out Steamboat MusicFest event taking place this week in Ski Town, U.S.A.® The largest group ski trip of its kind in the nation, MusicFest brings the finest Texas and Americana music to the Colorado Rocky Mountains. This marks the 25th year that John Dickson has been organizing first-class group ski travel to Steamboat, complete with a jam-packed schedule of music activities and events. “The Steamboat MusicFest combines a cross of musicians and musical styles that incorporates country, rock and blues in a beautiful Rocky Mountain setting,” said John Dickson, president of Dickson Productions. “The free concert is a fantastic way for fans of Moreland and Ingram to share great music with their favorite performers in the beautiful Rocky Mountains.” Doug Moreland Opening the Free Concert will be Doug Moreland, a west Texas fiddler, songwriter, entertainer, and chainsaw artist. In 2007 he was awarded a Will Rogers Cowboy Award for Western Music Male Performer of the Year and was also named Entertainer of the Year at the Texas Music Awards. Moreland has released 3 live albums and 3 studio albums, and travels throughout the state and abroad performing with a top-notch band, ala The Doug Moreland Show. To stay up to date on Steamboat’s snow conditions visit www.steamboat.com, view the Mountain Cam, photo-of-the-day, image & movie galleries and register to receive the Straight Talk Mountain Report. Snow conditions will be updated as conditions change and can be accessed by calling 970.879.7300 or online at steamboat.com.Jack

Thursday, December 31, 2009 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO-December 31, 2009-Mother Nature’s gaze is squarely focused on Steamboat-Ski Town, U.S.A. as 2009 goes out like a lion with more than a foot of fresh Champagne Powder™ snow blanketing the slopes overnight.  ”The new snow is the perfect way to celebrate the last day of 2009 for powderhounds in Ski Town, USA,” said Chris Diamond, president and chief operating officer for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “Steamboat is known for having some of the best snow in the Rocky Mountains and we are excited to ring in the New Year with a heaping helping of the resort’s signature Champagne Powder snow.” The resort is currently in a storm cycle that as of 5am this morning has yielded 11” at mid and 15” at the summit overnight; 14” and 18” in past 48-hours and 32” and 35” in the past eight days at mid-mountain and the summit respectively. Steamboat has received 96.25 inches of snow this winter, with snow falling 17 out of 31 days in December. The resort is reporting a 38-inch base at mid-mountain and 44-inch base at the summit with powder conditions. Currently offering the most skiable terrain open in Colorado, Steamboat will usher in 2010 with powder conditions on 156 out of 165 trails; 2692 out of 2965 acres and 16 of 18 lifts. Snow continues to fall Thursday morning and forecasts are calling for additional snow throughout the weekend. The next Pacific storm will bring a good chance of significant snow accumulations Friday night and Saturday, mainly along and north of Interstate-70. Snowfall chances return to the region next week on Tuesday and Wednesday as Pacific moisture again sweeps over the Colorado mountains. Steamboat is serving up Champagne Powder and a package value almost as great as the new snow! With the Champagne Powder package, powderhounds receive 20% off lodging, lifts, rentals and receive a $25 American Express gift card between now and April 11, 2010*. With the snow piling up, you have to act just as fast! Don’t miss out; reserve your stay in Ski Town, U.S.A by January 29th to enjoy this incredible package. To stay up to date on Steamboat’s snow conditions visit www.steamboat.com, view the Mountain Cam, photo-of-the-day, image & movie galleries and register to receive the Straight Talk Mountain Report. Snow conditions will be updated as conditions change and can be accessed by calling 970.879.7300 or online at steamboat.com. -www.steamboat.com- * Champagne Powder package price is per adult, based on double occupancy in a motel. Valid for stays through April 11, 2010. Save up to 15% December 19-January 3, and February 12-17. Minimum 3 nights lodging and 3 days of lifts. Rates do not include applicable taxes and fees or travel insurance and are subject to availability. Champagne Powder package is not valid with any other offer or discount. Other restrictions may apply. This offer is only valid through Steamboat Central Reservations at this time.

Weather Conditions for Champagne Powder for Steamboat Springs Ski Resort Winter Ski Season 2010TODAY THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT…THE WEAKER OF TWO TROUGHS PASSED LAST EVENING. THIS STORM PRIMED THEATMOSPHERE FOR SNOWFALL PRODUCTION…WITH THE NEAR-SURFACE LAYERSATURATED AND MTN TOP TEMPERATURES NEAR DENDRITE GROWTHTEMPERATURES (SINGLE DIGIT F). THEREFORE LIGHT SNOWFALL HASCONTINUED THIS MORNING IN MANY LOCATIONS. THE SECOND STRONGER TROUGHWILL SWEEP OVER THE REGION THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING. ONLY NE UTAHAND EXTREME NW CO ARE PROGGED TO MISS A SIGNIFICANT SNOWFALL EVENT.00Z AND 06Z MODELS REMAIN QUITE CONSISTENT WITH DETAILS. NW-SEORIENTED JET NOSE DIVES INTO SOUTH-CENTRAL UTAH LATE THIS AFTERNOONAND EVENING. THIS PRODUCES UPPER DIVERGENCE OVER THE FOUR-CORNERSREGION WITH A Q-CONVERGENCE BULLS-EYE PASSING OVER THE CORTEZ AREATHIS EVENING. BEST DYNAMICAL FORCING JUST NORTH OF THE FOUR-CORNERSWILL PRODUCE IMPRESSIVE SNOWFALL INTENSITIES. COORDINATED WITH SLC…AND ABQ OFFICES TO RAISE HIGHLIGHTS IN THESE AREAS. THIS DYNAMICALSNOWFALL BURST WILL LIKELY EXTEND AS FAR NORTH AS THE I-70 CORRIDORWHERE THE VALLEYS COULD GET A QUICK 2-4 INCH BURST OF SNOW MAINLYTHIS EVENING. NAM12 SEEMS TO BE PRODUCING LESS SNOW OVER MONTROSEBUT CERRO SUMMIT WILL LIKELY GET BIG ACCUMULATIONS. FLOW ALOFT VEERSFROM W TO NW THIS AFTERNOON AS -31C COLD CORE DIGS ACROSS THENORTHERN CWA. WITH THE NORTHERN CO MTN TOP TEMPS REMAININGSATURATED IN THE SNOW EFFICIENT ZONE OVERNIGHT…EXPECT LOW DENSITYSIGNIFICANT ACCUMULATIONS. THEREFORE COORDINATED WITH CYS AND BOUTO RAISE CRAIG AND STEAMBOAT ZONES TO ADVISORIES.A QUICK DRYING FROM W-E OCCURS ON THURSDAY…BUT SNOWFALL REMAINSPOSSIBLE ACROSS THE NORTH IN A MOIST W-NW FLOW. FOG IS POSSIBLETHURSDAY NIGHT WHERE SNOW ACCUMULATION IS SIGNIFICANT…BUT IS NOTYET ADDED TO THE FORECAST GRIDS. TEMPERATURES LIKELY TO STAY BELOWGUIDANCE AND BELOW NORMAL.