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The past week has been relatively quiet, with settled weather almost everywhere and significant new snow just about confined to Norway and Colorado.
European Weather and Snow This Coming Week The next few days are going to see significant precipitation across The Alps but it is going to be accompanied by relatively mild, even warm, temperatures. This will mean rain to around 2,000 metres in many areas before temperatures fall again. The exact mix of rain and snow will depend, as usual, on local factors although the snow line is likely to descend quite quickly as the weekend ends and should bring snow below 1,500 metres by mid-week. The East of The Alps (Austria) will likely be a few degrees cooler than elsewhere. Later in the week temperatures look set to rise again, above seasonal averages in many areas, although with further precipitation falling as snow at higher altitudes. Although beyond the reliable forecast timeframe, the models are strongly indicating a return to seasonal temperatures next weekend - we'll keep our fingers crossed and bring you the latest next week. So, for this week... go high! |
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Snow Forecasts by e-mail - New Ski Resorts
Started by User in Snow Forecasts and Snow Reports, 191 Replies |
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Hi Jim, welcome to J2Ski.
So, Europe's your Oyster then? Where to start?
Not folly, no. Mid-January is one of the quietest times on European slopes and you shouldn't have any problem finding accommodation just about anywhere.
Sounds like a great plan.
I think there are better places to use your time in France - VT is high and has some great skiing but it's had an "Alpine Charm" bypass and there are more memorable places to go TBH. As you're traveling by train, head for Bourg St Maurice from where you can easily reach Tignes, Val d'Isere, Les Arcs, Ste.Foy and others. Of those, the first three all have big (and varied) ski areas whilst Ste.Foy has a much smaller pisted (and patrolled) area but fabulous off-piste possibilities. (usual caveat - in Europe, beware that just about everything off the marked runs is NOT patrolled and NOT made avalanche safe, so take local advice and hire a guide if you want to ride away from marked trails) For elsewhere in France I think you should consider at least a couple of days in Chamonix; the mountains don't come any bigger and you'll quite likely meet other Americans as the place is a bit of a Mecca for travelers from all over. If you're confident of your abilities away from the pistes, take a look at La Grave for a legendary and pretty much unique place to ski - but don't even think of doing that without a guide. For Austria head for St.Anton for as long as your budget can stand it (which may not be long - it's not cheap). Consider Zermatt along the way, if only to ski in the shadow of the Matterhorn. As luck would have it I've just been sent a Press Release for a ski-oriented rail map of Europe... back soon... 8) |
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Snow Forecasts by e-mail - New Ski Resorts
Started by User in Snow Forecasts and Snow Reports, 191 Replies |
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And now you can select...
Snow Reports for Andalo, Italy and Forecasts for Monte Bondone Fantastico! 8) |
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... watch this space (well not this actual one, but one very near it). When are you looking to go?
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Here at J2Ski Towers we've long been fans of Spring Skiing, if only for the simple reason that it lengthens the season and postpones the withdrawal symptoms...
The end of each European ski season can often see the higher resorts, like Chamonix, retaining deep snow packs well into April and beyond - yet attracting only a handful of skiers. This year, Chamonix is out to tempt you with some great deals sponsored by the Tourist Office. Here's what they have to say... Chamonix Spring Ski offer
From March 26th to April 22nd 2011 5 nights with breakfast + 4 days Mont-Blanc Unlimited pass Hotel 2* -> 365.00 € Hotel 3* -> 470.00 € Hotel 4* -> 730.00 € Price per person on double room basis. 
To find out more, visit chamonix.com  |
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One of the first companies in Europe to provide skiing courses in-house enabling people with disabilities to learn to ski alongside their friends and family has launched a new winter ski programme. British owned company Redpoint, who have been running disabled ski programmes for over six years, have also produced a booklet giving advice on the different disciplines and equipment available to disabled skiers.
Based in the Austrian Ziller Valley, Redpoint is one of only two companies in Europe offering skiing programmes people with disabilities that are recommended by DSUK (Disability Snowsport UK). What makes them different to organisations such as the British Ski Club is that their holidays enable friends and family of the disabled skier to holiday together, rather than as a separate group. Redpoint currently has several experienced instructors with BASI specialist qualifications in teaching skiing to the disabled. The company also offer a 'buddy course' to train family members or friends in the techniques that can help the person with the disability to ski independently without relying on the availability of an instructor. This season, Redpoint has also produced a booklet especially for disabled skiers. This gives information on the equipment and instruction available and includes advice on which kind of equipment and tuition bests suits each individual's need. Courtesy of and © Snow24 plc |
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A new ARVA park is opening this winter at the Grands Montets ski area in the Chamonix Valley, above Argentiere.
ARVA parks offer anyone the chance to learn how to act in an avalanche situation and help look for survivors. Together with the La Chamionarde association, this park built by the Marmottons ski lift and is open to all free of charge. The park is equipped with the latest equipment; the "new generation" training park lets anyone of any ability hone their avalanche rescue skills and, more generally, benefit from effective information to better understand the mountain environment. Everyone equipped with an ARVA, shovel and probe is given a unit at the start to set off up to three snow-covered markers which they have to find. The aim is to simulate real life conditions, and so the journey is timed to allow everyone to measure their performance. For yet more information, every Tuesday a ski patrol rescuer runs a workshop and provides their expert advice. Courtesy of and © Snow24 plc |
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