STARS Update #7

 Greetings from Mt. High!

 

We're thrilled about the upcoming season and can't wait for it to kick off! Please save the date: January 10, 2024, marks the first day of our STARS clinics.

 

To streamline your experience, we highly recommend purchasing lift tickets, lessons, and rentals online ahead of time. However, if you prefer to purchase on-site, kindly head to our Reservation Center located at the top of the Bullwheel Express. If we have availability we can sell to you on the day. If we sell out, I will be notifying everyone on our Monday update. 

 

Remember, our lifts start operating at 9:00 am.

 

A quick heads-up: Purchases cannot be made at the main ticket window near the parking lot. Instead, take the Bullwheel Express (the moving carpet) up to the Ski School area and visit the Reservation Center outside the Bullwheel Restaurant. I'll be available for check-ins from 8:15 am to 9:00 am.

 

If you know any seniors keen on joining our program, please encourage them to email me, and I'll ensure they're included in our STARS database. This way, they'll stay updated as we approach our first clinic on January 10th.

 

Looking forward to hitting the slopes together on January 10th!

 

Ski u January 10th,

 

Bill

 

STARS Update #6

 Hi STARS:

Get set for an exciting kickoff to the 2024 STARS Program on Wednesday, January 10^th, at the West Resort! Our instructors are geared up and ready to deliver exceptional clinics for the upcoming season.

 

Weather forecasts predict partly cloudy skies with temperatures hovering in the high 30s. Anticipate a fantastic start to our first clinic with plenty of snow and heaps of fun! We're boasting solid coverage with 22-26 inches of snow. Remember to bring your brightest smile, and we'll ensure an amazing time together,

 

Here’s a quick rundown on prices:

·      Lesson $40

·      Lift Ticket $35

·      Rentals $15

 

Kindly confirm your attendance and specify if you are a skier or snowboarder.

 

Parking Details: While there’s paid parking available at the resort, we’ve got you covered! Download the attachment (sent in the Monday before he clinic 1/8/24) and show the parking attendant to waive your parking fee. You will receive from us a new parking pass each week.

 

Liability Form and ID:  For our returning participants, the process has streamlined. You'll only need to sign the liability form and show your ID once, validating that you're over 50. Locate our staff by the Bullwheel Grill on your first visit to sign the form and present your ID. No need to repeat this for the rest of the season

 

Newcomers to the program can simply follow the link below to purchase your lesson, lift ticket, or rentals: https://shop.mthigh.com/senior-stars

 

Flexibility in Groups: Our ski and snowboard groups are highly adaptable. Whether you wish to pick up the pace or take it slower, communicate with your instructor or myself, and we'll adjust accordingly. Your satisfaction and enjoyment are our top priority.

 

Equipment Needs: Should you require equipment, contact Steve Crane or Chris at Sports LTD in Woodland Hills.

Woodland Hills. Show this email as proof of your participation in the STARS Program at Mountain High, and enjoy a 10-15% discount.

 

Steve Crane’s Contact: Sports LTD 22642 Ventura Blvd Woodland Hills CA 91364 818-225-7669

 

Kindly RSVP for Wednesday's January 10th clinic to ensure your spot.

 

A big thank you to those seniors who’ve already confirmed their attendance.

 

Looking forward to hitting the slopes with you.

 

Ski u soon,

 

Bill

STARS Update #5

 Hey STARS,

Quick heads up about our SENIOR PROGRAM STARS' first clinic on Wednesday, January 10th, starting at 9:00 am.

We're enjoying very good snow conditions with top-bottom terrain available. 100% of the open terrain has been groomed. and conditions are surprisingly good with 18"-24 “ base.

Make sure to purchase all lift tickets, lessons, and rentals online. If you opt to buy at the resort, you MUST do so at our Reservation Center atop the Bullwheel Express. That's where you'll get your lift ticket, lesson pass, and rentals. Buying online is advisable since many clinics have sold out.

 Important note: Purchases can't be made at the main ticket window by the parking lot.

Simply hop on the Bullwheel Express (moving carpet) to the Ski School area and buy at the Reservation Center near the Bullwheel Restaurant Grill. Meet me for check-in between 8:15 am and 9:00 am.

Mountain High West Resort - Senior Program STARS Opens at 8:00 am Outside Bullwheel Restaurant – West Resort Check-in: 8:15 am - 9:00 am Outdoor Clinic: 9:00 am - 9:30 am On-Mountain Training (Clinic): 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Lesson: $40 | Lift Ticket: $25 | Over 70 – "FREE Season Pass" . Rentals (New Shaped Skis): $15

Remember to have your skis/snowboards tuned and waxed for the season. For equipment needs, contact Steve Crane at Sports LTD in Woodland Hills for a 10-15% discount. Mention you're in the STARS Program at Mountain High and bring a copy of this email for verification.

Steve Crane's contact: Sports LTD 22642 Ventura Blvd Woodland Hills CA 91364 818-225-7669

New to the program? Just click the link https://shop.mthigh.com/senior-stars (active link on December 20^th)  and follow instructions to purchase your lesson, lift ticket, or rentals: 

PLEASE RSVP IF YOU'RE JOINING US FOR THE JANUARY 10TH CLINIC.

Ski you on January 10th! Happy Holidays!

Bill

Bill Teague, Senior Supervisor
Winter Sports Center - Mt. High Resort

760-316-7863
www.mthigh.com/seniors

"It doesn’t have to be perfect. It doesn’t have to be fast. Just keep skiing and have a good time!"

STARS Update #4

 Hello STARS,

Get ready for an incredible kickoff on January 10, 2024, as we mark the 15th year of our Senior STARS Program. It's hard to believe how far we've come!

If you know any seniors eager to be part of this fantastic program, please have them email me. This way, they'll be added to our STARS database and receive all the latest updates leading up to our first clinic on January 10th.

Exciting news: Mt High is set to open next week with excellent coverage, and snow conditions will only get better with ideal snowmaking temperatures.

This year, the program costs $25 for a lift ticket, $40 for a lesson, and $15 for rentals. Online purchases will be available in a couple of weeks.

Remember to get your skis/snowboards tuned and waxed to ensure you're all set for the Ski and Snowboarding season.

For more details about our Senior Program, visit:

http://mthigh.com/seniors

 

 http://seniorprogramstars.blogspot.com 

 

 https://www.facebook.com/SeniorProgramSTARS

Looking forward to hitting the slopes together,

Bill

STARS Update #3

 STARS UPDATE!!

Are you enjoying this weather? I hope so, enjoy it while you can but in a week or two, you might be back on the slopes enjoying the cold weather with great snow at Mountain High. Mountain High began snowmaking this morning top to bottom. Looks like soon we will be skiing and riding at Mountain High.

 

Just a note to let you know it is getting that time of the year to pull out your skis/snowboard and get them tuned for the upcoming season. Also, you should have a ski shop check your bindings too. Just want all of you to be safe this season. We are all looking forward to the Senior Program STARS beginning its 15th year!!

 

All us here at Mt High are anxious for the season to begin! Please mark your calendars for January 10, 2024 for the first day of our STARS clinics.

 

If you are 70 and over you can receive a free season pass. Go online   https://www.mthigh.com/site/tickets-and-groups/season-passes/season-pass.html  If you go online before the season opens, Mountain High will mail you your pass. If you go online after we are open, you will have to go to the VIP window and pick it up.

 

I will be in touch with you in a couple of weeks.

 

Until then…                                                             

 

Ski u later,

 

Bill

STARS Update #2

 Hi STARS:

 

All of you should be getting ready for January 10, 2024 for our first Senior STARS Clinic of the season. Can you believe it, it will be our 15^thyear for the STARS program.

 

Mt High will be opening soon so make sure you have all your gear ready and RSVP when we get closer to January 10th.  

 

Cost for the program this year is $25 lift ticket, $40 lesson and $15 rentals. You will be able to purchase online by mid- December.

Hurry! These are the LAST DAYS to save BIG on your 23/24 Season Pass. Winter is coming and we don't want you to miss a minute of the exciting action. 

Don’t forget your skis/snowboards tuned and waxed so you will be ready to go this ski/sb season. If you need any equipment for this season, please give Steve Crane a call, at Sports LTD in Woodland Hills Bring this email to show him you are in the STARS Program at Mountain High and I know he will take care of you.

 

His contact information is:

 

Sports LTD 22642 Ventura Blvd

Woodland Hills CA 91364

818-225-7669

 

Make sure you call and set an appointment up with Steve or Chris.

 

I will send out another email in a few weeks to update you on snow conditions and the resort.

 

More information on our Senior Program can be found 

http://mthigh.com/seniors

 

 http://seniorprogramstars.blogspot.com 

 

 https://www.facebook.com/SeniorProgramSTARS

 

Ski u soon,  Bill

 

 

Welcome Back -15 Year

 Welcome Back STARS!!

Just a note to let you know it is getting that time of the year to pull out your skis/snowboard and get them tuned for the upcoming season. We are all looking forward to the Senior Program STARS beginning its 15th year!!

 

Mt High will be ready to open in a few weeks but we need to let Mother Nature take its course. Look for mid-November or so for the mountain to open. This will be a great snow season and I know you will have lots of fun in the STARS Program.

 

For those who ski or snowboard a lot during the season, I  recommend to purchased our season pass soon, as our price now is $549 renewal $499 by 10/31/23

 

All us here at Mt High are anxious for the season to begin! Please mark your calendars for January 10, 2023 for the first day of our STARS clinics.

 

As you already know, I am the area rep for Atomic Skis which includes boots, helmets, goggles and poles. If you need any equipment for this season, please give Steve Crane a call, at Sports LTD in Woodland Hills. Let him know I sent you and you are in the STARS Program at Mountain High. I know he will take care of you. Please reach out to me if you have any questions about Atomic equipment.

 

His contact information is:

 

Sports LTD 22642 Ventura Blvd

Woodland Hills CA 91364

818-225-7669

Make sure you call and set an appointment up with Steve or Chris.

 

If you have any senior friends or relatives that want to be a part of this program, please have them email me and I will include them in our STARS database. This way they will receive all the updated information as we get closer to the first clinic on January 10th.

On a sad note, we lost a legend on October 5th to cancer. Ron Parody, a Senior STARS Instructor/Supervisor passed away at home. Ron worked at Mountain High for 55 years. He will be surely missed by all of us.

I will be in touch with you in a few weeks.

 

Until then…

 

Ski u later,

 

Bill

Thank You Thank You

 

Monday Update for 3/29

Hi STARS:

 

Just a Monday Update for our 8^th SENIOR PROGRAM STARS clinic this coming Wednesday, March 29th at the West Resort. 

 

Snow conditions are perfect with 60-84  inches of snow and lots of corduroy to ski and ride on. There is a 70% chance of 1-3 inches of snow on Wednesday morning, so make sure you plan to leave early so you can make it to the mountain on time. You should always have your chains in your car, but I do not think you will need them.

 

Please plan to get at West Resort by 8:15 to check in and we will meet at the Bullwheel Grill.

 

Change for Lift ticket and Rentals::

The Reservation Center and Rentals will be closed by the Bullwheel Grill all next week so after purchasing online go to the Kiosk by main ticket office and scan your barcode so you will receive your lift ticket. If you need rentals you will have to go to the main ticket window to receive your rental voucher.

 

We need all the Seniors that have been a part of our season to come this Wednesday, March 22^rd.. There will be a $10.00  cash charge for the Mexican lunch.  Let's all come together and celebration our 14^th year of the Senior Program STARS. I do have some gifts that will be given out during our luncheon as well.. 

 

Richard Blei, STARS Instructor is taking off from teaching skiing next season. Please thank him when you see him this coming Wednesday. He has had a good following of STARS this season. Best of luck to Richard in the future.

 

Make sure you buy your lesson, lift ticket by Monday morning, as we sell out by mid-morning. 

 

Thanks.... you are all appreciated!!

 

Ski u Wednesday,

 

Bill 

Reminder STARS Clinic & Luncheon 3/29

 Hi STARS:

 

Just a reminder about our SENIOR PROGRAM STARS 8^th CLINIC Wednesday, March 29 at 9:00 am. We will be at the WEST RESORT. 

 

Conditions: We have 60-84 inches of snow and 100% of the mountain is open. We will have  cloudy skies and  snow flurries and it should be in the mid 30’s. Make sure  you dress for colder weather. We have great coverage and corduroy is excellent.

 

Make sure you have purchased your ticket by Monday morning so you are guaranteed a spot in the STARS program for Wednesday, February 29^th.

 

To pre-purchase online: click on the link

https://shop.mthigh.com/senior-stars

 

Meet me outside the Bullwheel Grill at 8:15 am – 9:15 am and make you are here no later than 9:15, please. We need to put you in your group and then announcements are made.  Thanks 

 

Preseason sale of our Spring Season Pass began on March 11th. Please make sure you check it out on the Mountain High website.   www.mthigh.com

 

 Change for Lift ticket and Rentals::

The Reservation Center and Rentals will be closed by the Bullwheel Grill all next week so after purchasing online go to the Kiosk by main ticket office and scan your barcode so you will receive your lift ticket. If you need rentals you will have to go to the ticket window to receive your rental voucher.

 

 

Senior STARS Luncheon- Wednesday

Our Senior STARS luncheon will be Wednesday, March 29th at the Big Pines Lodge beginning at 12:15 am. It will be a Mexican theme the cost will be $10 cash for the lunch with a beverage. Great way to say THANK YOU STARS for our 14^th year. Remember also we have great prizes to be given away at the luncheon.

 

 

Ski u Wednesday,

 

Bill

 

Wednesday Update

 Hi STARS:

Just a Wednesday update for our 8th Clinic of the Senior STARS Program on Wednesday, March 29^9h at the West Resort.  

 

Clinic-This will be our final clinic of the season. We will be having a luncheon after our STARS clinic around 12:15 pm just to say THANK YOU for a great 14^th year. Prizes will be given out too.The cost for the luncheon will be $10.00 cash. The luncheon will be in the Big Pines Lodge.

 

I know Food and Beverage will be putting on a great spread with a Mexican theme so all I need you to do is RSVP by this Sunday morning. By Monday I will have a good idea how many Seniors will be skiing and riding on our last day.

 

Snow Update: The storm left us with 2-3 feet of light powder and we have now 48-72 inches of snow and adding more today (3-5 inches) to our already deep base. Conditions will be excellent for our last clinic on Wednesday.

 

Please check out our retail store inside the Big Pines Lodge, as there are soft goods already on sale up to 25% off.. You can receive great deals for you and your family. Don’t miss out!!

 

SPRING SEASON PASS SALE -Began  MARCH 11th^st

 New  Mt High season pass can be used for rest of this season and next season $549

Renew season pass $499

Passes includes Powder Alliance for next season

 

 

Don’t forget to Click the link to pay online:

 

http://www.mthigh.com/seniors

 

Check out Senior STARS Blog for our latest photos and also Senior Program STARS links.

STARS Blog http://seniorprogramstars.blogspot.com

 

Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/SeniorProgramSTARS/

 

More information on our Senior Program can be found at http://www.mthigh.com/seniors

 

Ski u Wednesday,

 

Bill

Monday Update

 Good Morning STARS:

 

This is your Monday update for the STARS Program for Wednesday, March 22nd at the West Resort. 

 

We are expecting up to 2 feet of snow Tuesday into Wednesday, so we do have some good news and some bad news. Good news we are receiving lots of snow in the next few days, and bad news we will have to cancel STARS. With the snow level at 5,000 feet, road conditions will be very difficult to get to Mountain High. Remember we want all of you to be safe, that is why we feel that cancelling this Wednesday is the best decision for all of you.

 

So, with that, Wednesday, 3/29  will be our last clinic and  with the luncheon. All Seniors who have purchased lesson, lift ticket and/or rentals  for 3/22 can move to 3/29. I just need you to email me. 

 

The question was asked, can we move into April and the feedback I received is that is not possible due to spring break that week. So hopefully everyone can come to the last clinic on 3/29 and our End of the Season luncheon.

 

Ski u Wednesday, March 29th

 

Bill

Wednesday Update

Hi STARS:

 

We here at Mountain High are looking to reopen tomorrow as we have received almost 2-3  inches of rain last two days.. Forecast is calling clear skies for the rest of the week. Looks like next Wednesday we will have plenty of snow to ski and ride since we have 60-84 inches.. 

 

Everyone who purchased for 3/15, and have emailed me to be rescheduled for 3/22 is already on my  RSVP list. If you did not buy for 3/15, and want to attend next Wednesday’s clinic make sure you purchase online ASAP for 3/22 to be guarantee a spot.

 

Senior STARS Luncheon- Wednesday, March 22nd

Just a reminder as our STARS luncheon is scheduled for 3/22 and I have several prizes to give away during the luncheon. Make sure you send me an email by Friday that you will be attending the luncheon as I have to RSVP to the Manager of Food and Beverage.

 

Retail Sale: Please check out our retail store inside the Big Pines Lodge, as there are soft goods already on sale for 25% off with the exception of a few items. You can receive great deals for you and your family. Don’t miss out!!

 

Mountain High Season Pass Sale-Began March 11th, get a 2023/24 CALI Pass at the lowest price and ski/snowboard the rest of this season FREE at all 3 CALI Pass Resorts, Mountain High, Dodge Ridge, and China Peak for $699 and for Mountain High only  $ 549  and renewal $499. Sale ends May 1^st.

 

Please purchase your lesson by Monday, so you can be guaranteed a spot in our 8th clinic of the season.

 

Looks like our snow conditions will be very good for the rest of the month and into April as well.

 

Have a great week,

 

Bill 

STARS Cancelled -Mountain Closed

 Hi STARS:

 

Dues to the impending storm (There is another rain storm projected to get to hit us tomorrow morning (Tuesday) into Wednesday with 2-3" of rain ☹. We are keeping the West Resort Closed for Tue/Wed this week due to the wet weather. 

 

If you have purchased online you can use it next week or another STARS day. Just email me and I will move it to the day you choose.

 

Don’t forget our STARS Luncheon is Wednesday, March 22^nd. I need you to RSVP me if you will be attending the luncheon ,as I need that information for our Food and Beverage manager by Friday.

 

Have a safe week and enjoy the wet weather we are getting, we sure need it.

 

 Hope to ski u later,

 

Bill