Recreational Skiing News
- Developer has vision for water sport park in Mecca Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:24AMMost longtime Coachella Valley residents shake their heads when asked if they've heard of Sunset Ranch, a private Mecca resort with four manmade lakes for boating and water skiing.
- Adaptive Sports fest kicks off 20th year Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 11:56PMThe Adaptive Sports Festival at Moody Gardens on Saturday wlll give special-needs kids the opportunity to participate in outdoor water sports.
- News in brief Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 12:55PMHere are a selection of brief news items from this week’s paper edition, and possibly a few news briefs that didn’t make it in the paper.
- Stoneset Marketing Center Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 8:32AMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Sept. 8, 2010) - Stoneset Equity Development Corp. (CNSX:SQC) has chosen the site for their future Stoneset Marketing Center. Ideally located at the intersection of the Banff Windermere Parkway and Athalmer Road intersection, any traveller going to, coming from, or passing by Invermere will be exposed to the Stoneset Marketing Center and associated signage. Ron ...
- Stoneset Marketing Center Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 8:11AMCALGARY, ALBERTA-- - Stoneset Equity Development Corp. has chosen the site for their future Stoneset Marketing Center. Ideally located at the intersection of the Banff Windermere Parkway and Athalmer Road intersection, any traveller going to, coming from, or passing by Invermere will be exposed to the Stoneset Marketing Center and associated signage.
- Sturgeon Bay Land Trust dedicates preserve Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 4:19AMThe new Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve was dedicated in a ceremony hosted by the Door County Land Trust last weekend, marking the parks official opening.
- Warning issued for Willamette River users Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:25PMPORTLAND -- Recent rainfall prompted health officials to issue a sewer overflow warning for recreational use on the Willamette River Tuesday. The public should avoid the Willamette River for 48 hours after the rain has stopped. It is especially important to avoid recreational activities-such as water skiing, jet skiing or swimming-during which water could be swallowed, according to Environmental ...
- Victor J. Wall Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 3:50PMThe son of the late Phyllis and Victor Wall, he had been a resident of Southbury Training School most of his life. He liked fishing, swimming, bicycling, golfing and skiing, and participated in the Special Olympics for many years.
- Pasir Ris beach still not safe to swim in Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:03AMSingapore - The NEA has completed the annual water quality review of the six recreational beaches for 2010. Under this review, the water quality of Sentosa Island, Seletar Island, Sembawang Park, Changi and East Coast Park beaches are again graded "Very Good" or "Good", and are suitable for primary contact activities.
- Ski Club Celebrates Labor Day on Lake Milton Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 5:14PMIf you were out near Lake Milton this Labor Day, you might have seen this sight going by, several boats flying "Old Glory," and even some water skiers sporting the flag. It was the way several members of the Lake Milton Ski Club celebrated the holiday. "We decided, because we were a patriotic group, and we live in America," said Beth Pesek with the club. "We live on Lake Milton. Beautiful ...
- Ski Club Celebrates Labor Day on Lake Milton Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 4:55PMIf you were out near Lake Milton this Labor Day, you might have seen this sight going by, several boats flying "Old Glory," and even some water skiers sporting the flag. It was the way several members of the Lake Milton Ski Club celebrated the holiday.
- Vestal negotiating contract to harvest portion of parklands Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:19PMVESTAL -- The Town Board is working on a contract with a forest management consultant in order to harvest timber on its parklands.
- It’s no secret! Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:23PMThis month, one of the best-kept secrets in Wyoming celebrates its 25th anniversary.
- Growth plate fractures: The weak link in growing athletes Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:01AMGrowth plate fractures are one of the most common injuries that I see - especially this time of year. Compared to the “dead of winter,” kids, in general, tend to be involved in a lot of different activities this time of year. Most of our children are still playing in the backyard or down at the park, and many of them have already started their “fall” sports seasons. The bottom line is that you ...
- Physically challenged kids cut loose playing tennis in Sacramento Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:48PMMike Valencia, 10, bounded off the court still clutching his tennis racket, wearing a big smile and the new hat he had just claimed, the prosthesis on his left leg not slowing him down a bit.
- 115th Assembly District 'God's country' Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:00PMWhen David Townsend was first elected to the 115th Assembly District in 1990, the territory was a mix of urban, suburban and rural interests. But after two different redrawings of district lines – once in 1992 and again in 2002 – the dynamic has changed significantly.
- Algae warning lifted, area lake ready for busy weekend Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:56PMAugusta, Kan. — Several campers and fishermen had spots at Santa Fe Lake staked out for the Labor Day Weekend Thursday afternoon.
- Water Committee a milestone for Canterbury Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:13PMCanterbury’s water management has reached a significant milestone with the appointment of seven community representatives to the Regional Committee of the Canterbury Water Management Strategy.
- Cool off this summer with a lake vacation Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:08PMOur top picks for lake vacations will help you choose which watery oasis to dive into — in both hemispheres — during the dog days of summer.
- Icon LASIK adds a VISX S4 Laser to its Grand Junction LASIK Office Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:01AMDenver, Colorado based Icon LASIK proudly announces the addition of a VISX S4 laser to its already impressive laser portfolio in Grand Junction, Colorado
- Fondo fun awaits local riders Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:17PMThe elite road cycling racers who'll be at the front of the GranFondo pack have nothing to fear from Frank and Donna Savage next Saturday (Sept. 11).
- Boles goes beyond his photography Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:15PMWhen Glen Boles says he's a recreational hiker and mountain climber he's telling the truth.[...]
- Kucera could be out until early 2011 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:39PMInitially, John Kucera liked the idea of making a fairy-tale comeback on the slopes of Lake Louise. After all, the world downhill champion splintered his left leg last November in a crash during the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup.
- Bridgeport: Quiet town in the shadow of a dam Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:25PMBRIDGEPORT — Shady Bridgeport Park is an inviting retreat from the August sun as I ride into the quiet agricultural town below Chief Joseph Dam. I park the motorcycle and stroll across the grass where people are lined up to buy odd-shaped squash, watermelon, tomatoes, peppers, kohlrabi and cucumbers. The half-dozen truck farmers offer fresh vegetables peppered with local history.
- Outdoors Calendar Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:41AMSubmit items one week in advance for the Outdoors Calendar, a weekly listing of hiking, mountain biking, paddling, running and other activities in Western North Carolina.
- Plan to revive Cuchara ski area could lift Huerfano County Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:13AMLocals hoping to revive the former Cuchara Valley ski area say their plan could add 600 jobs in Huerfano County, which has one of the highest unemployment rates in the state.
- Revived Cuchara ski area could boost southern Colorado county Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 4:24PMDENVER — Locals hoping to revive the former Cuchara Valley ski area in southern Colorado say their plan could add 600 jobs.
- Revived Cuchara ski area could boost Colo. county Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 1:14PM(AP:DENVER) Locals hoping to revive the former Cuchara Valley ski area say their plan could add 600 jobs in a southern Colorado county with one of the highest unemployment rates in the state.
- Doctors group to seek ban of mixed martial arts prizefighting in Canada Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:00AMNIAGARA FALLS, Ont. - The Canadian Medical Association is calling for a ban on mixed martial arts in Canada. Delegates at the CMA's annual meeting voted Wednesday to have the doctors group seek a government ban on the sport.
- CrowdSavings.com, Tampa-Based Deal of the Day Website, Continues National Expansion Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:52AMTAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CrowdSavings.com, a Deal of the Day social buying web site, is launching this week in its fifth market – San Francisco -- continuing its rapid expansion.
- CrowdSavings.com, Tampa-Based Deal of the Day Website, Continues National Expansion Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:47AMTAMPA, Fla.----CrowdSavings.com , a Deal of the Day social buying web site, is launching this week in its fifth market – San Francisco -- continuing its rapid expansion that began in Tampa in December 2009 and is expected to reach 30 major markets by December 2011.
- Cuchara ski area could boost Colo. county Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:22AMDENVER (AP) - Locals hoping to revive the former Cuchara Valley ski area say their plan could add 600 jobs in a southern Colorado county with one of the highest unemployment rates in the state. The $14 million plan by the Cuchara Valley Recreational Foundation proposes a mountain coaster, tubing hill, zip line, a reservoir for snowmaking, and a half-pipe for snowboarders and skiers on about 47 ...
- Doctors to seek ban on MMA prizefighting Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:08AMNIAGARA FALLS, Ont. - The Canadian Medical Association is calling for a ban on mixed martial arts in Canada.
- Revived Cuchara ski area could add 600 jobs Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:56AMLocals hoping to revive the former Cuchara Valley ski area in southern Colorado say their plan could add 600 jobs. The $14 million plan by the Cuchara Valley Recreational Foundation proposes a mountain coaster, tubing hill, zip line, a reservoir for snowmaking, and a half-pipe on about 47 acres. The plan envisions turning an office building into [...]
- Open houses scheduled for North Street reservoir property Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 12:23AMPLYMOUTH — The Connecticut Water Co. is inviting the public to two open houses in September to view the North Street reservoir property that is up for sale.
- Gainesville area offers plenty of ways to enjoy nature Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:14PMIn the fall, Gainesville is a hustling, bustling place.
- Closure partially lifted at Lovewell Reservoir Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:38PMKansas Department of Wildlife and Parks MANKATO — Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Secretary Mike Hayden has rescinded a previous order and partially opened Lovewell Reservoir.
- Topeka Pond Added To State Health Warning Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:03PMTopeka pond that saw the death of a thousand fish is added to KDHE's list of public health advisories.
- Doerksen: Doctors' call for MMA ban 'ridiculous' Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 11:28AMJoe Doerksen isn't sure what all the fuss is about. As far as the mixed martial arts fighter is concerned, his sport is no more dangerous than most other high-contact contests and might even be safer than many recreational pursuits.
- Meet Your Neighbor |Sandy Soli Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 3:36AMSandy Soli is an outdoorswoman that has found her place in our community in so many ways. She lives, works, raises her family and enjoys all that our area offers. But she is also committed to being a volunteer and helping our community when she is needed.
- Sewage pollutes Tenmile Lakes Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 1:04PMSeptic tanks are leaking into Tenmile Lakes.
- Mizuno makes bid to bolster U.S. sales Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:39AMLARRY W. SMITH/EUROPEAN PRESSPHOTO AGENCYHideki Matsui of Japan, who plays for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, sports Mizuno equipment. Mizuno, the Japanese maker of baseball gloves and bats for major league stars Ichiro Suzuki and former Yankee Hideki Matsui,...
- Plan in the works to reopen Cuchara Mountain Resort Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 3:58PMThe long-closed Cuchara Mountain Resort has been acquired by a recreation district, and plans have been announced to develop the 225-acre ski area into a year-round resort.
- Rochester Forms Open Space Committee Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:55PMIn an effort to increase Rochester’s stock of open space, encourage small-scale farms, protect water quality, improve recreational opportunities, and promote low-impact development, a group of local residents recently formed an Open Space Action Committee. Every ten years, the town’s Open Space Committee submits a mandatory report to the state detailing its open space, cultural and natural ...
- NENSA Nordic Symposium Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 8:20PMNENSA is hosting a Nordic Symposium September 17-19th, which will offer an opportunity for coaches, athletes, youth leaders and recreational skiers to attend presentations, network with peers, and share ideas throughout the weekend. This event will highlight many of the topics that you have been asking for! There will be presentations for all ages and [...]
- Baseball Caravan to U.S. Diamonds Helps Mizuno Hit Against Nike Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 5:10PMMizuno Corp., the Japanese maker of baseball gloves and bats for major league stars Ichiro Suzuki and Hideki Matsui, is on a summer road trip to win a better position on U.S. baseball and softball diamonds.
- Colorado Division of Wildlife’s weekly fishing report — Aug. 17, 2010 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 12:18PMThis is the time of year where fishing becomes more of a leisurely activity, especially during the heat of an August afternoon. A good strategy is to throw your line in the water, grab a good book, sit back and relax.
- Vonn thrilled to be back Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 12:01PMSome of the world's best ski racers are in training at Coronet Peak. Top skier Lindsey Vonn, of the United States, had a chat to Henrietta Kjaer. read more
- House of Air, Ground-Breaking Trampoline Park, Gives Flight to the Flightless in the City by the Bay Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:08AMFun Takes Flight as New Presidio Destination Offers an Exciting, Entertaining and Unprecedented Athletic Experience
- House of Air, Ground-Breaking Trampoline Park, Gives Flight to the Flightless in the City by the Bay Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:00AMSAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - 08/17/10) - Action sports enthusiasts Paul McGeehan and Dave Schaeffer are ecstatic to announce the opening of their revolutionary indoor trampoline park, House of Air, to "Flyers" far and wide. Appropriately located in San Francisco in a historic airplane hanger, House of Air takes the building's original use for flight quite literally, offering an unparalleled ...