New Snow

Received an inch of new snow last night. That should freshen up the ski trails very nicely. And now the sun is shining.

Wonderful Washington Wines

Did you know that 95 percent of all Washington State wines submitted to Wine Spectator in 2009 were rated 85 points or higher? It's true. In addition, 44 percent of all Washington wines submitted last year received a rating of 90 points or above. That compares to French wines at 38 percent, Oregon at 37 percent and California at only 30 percent. And at Sun Mountain we have a great selection of Washington wines. 92 different Washington wineries are on our wine list showcasing 382 different wines. So come try some of the best wine in the world, found right here in Washington State and at Sun Mountain Lodge.

Sunshine and ski racing

A beautiful Methow Valley day out there. Our sales manager, Geof Childs, went out skate skiing before work this morning and said it was excellent. Kikkan Randall of the US is racing today in the 1.5KM classic sprint up at Whistler. She qualified in 10th position and moves on to heats. Go Kikkan!

Super Sunday

Are you ready for some football? Sunday, Feb. 7, we will be hosting a Super Bowl party in the Pasayten Room. 5 big screen tvs, couches, comfy chairs and tables will be set up. Or, BYOR. (bring your own recliner). Gates open at 3 pm. Party with gamelong snacks and halftime buffet is $15 per person plus tax. Bar service will be available. And if you want to spend the night, rooms are only $44 plus tax. Lots of other super deals as well. 20% off all sportswear in the ski shop. $10 ski pass and $6 ski package rental after 2pm. 20% off all sportswear in the gift shop, including red tag items. And four super specials in the spa. So come on up and enjoy the day. There is something for eveyone on Super Sunday!

Weather

Got an email from Jay Lucas, executive director of MVSTA, regarding our January weather. Comments from Jim on the Cliff Mass Weather Blog indicate that January was the warmest on record for Winthrop. It averaged 29.6 degrees and beat older records by nearly a degree. Only 7 days in January had high temperatures that remained below freezing. Snowfall was near normal at 20.8 inches. Precip was 1.11 inches above normal at 3.11. So if you thought it was warm last month, you were right.