Meadows Calendar

March 2010

Jan 01

USSA NorAm SBX
Jan 17

Master / Grand Clinic For Seniors

This clinic is designed for seniors who are intermediate or above skiers or riders. Our certified senior specialist instructors will show you modern techniques specifically designed to help you ski / ride mor easily and efficiently so you can get the most out of your day.
Feb 13

Master / Grand Clinic For Seniors

This clinic is designed for seniors who are intermediate or above skiers or riders. Our certified senior specialist instructors will show you modern techniques specifically designed to help you ski / ride mor easily and efficiently so you can get the most out of your day.
Mar 06

Meadows Film Festival

Columbia Sportswear presents the first annual Meadows Film Festival, March 6, from 4 - 6 PM in the Finish Line Pizzeria and Sports Bar.

It's a friendly competition to celebrate the beauty of our mountain, the talent of those who ski and ride here and the creativity of local film / video makers. The first annual Meadows Film Festival will showcase local talent - on the hill as well as behind the camera. In keeping with the freedom that so represents our sports, we're making no categories - we want your best effort depicting what experiencing this great mountain means to you, to your friends, to your family.

Entertain us. Make us laugh. Make us cry. Thrill us. Most of all - have fun that's what this sport is all about. And always follow the rules of the Responsibility Code and Smart Style rules. Now - impress us!
Mar 07-08
Oregon Cancer Ski Out
Five-member teams compete for prizes in a unique and fun two-day ski/snowboard event at Mt. Hood Meadows, raising money for hospice, cancer research, education and prevention programs. You don't need to be an expert to participate. All ages and abilities are invited to join in, as the race is formatted to reward consistency, rather than speed.

Volunteer celebrity and professional coaches are on hand to coordinate teams and assist skiers with professional race tips and instructions.

Beneficiaries
- The OHSU Cancer Institute - at Oregon Health & Science University - researching causes and cures for cancer as a designated National Cancer Institute.
- Willamette Falls Hospice - providing home care for terminally ill patients and family support. OCSO is funding their "Children in Grief" program.
- Candlelighters - a grass roots organization whose mission is one of support, education and advocacy for children with cancer and their families.
- Selected programs - providing cancer education and early detection screenings for the public - especially those in need
Mar 07

Slopestyle Contest: Presented by Lincoln High School

Slopestyle contest for freestyle skiers in 8th-12th grade, and for Varsity and JV (little or no contest experience). Must be a registered student. Contest will take place in Rose City Park!

8-9 AM - Registration
10 AM - Skier Meeting
10:30 AM - 2 PM - Slopestyle Contest
3 PM - Awards
* Some flexibility required, depending on # of participants.
Mar 07

Telemark Clinics

For beginning through expert telemarkers. Improve your technique with one of our experienced, certified instructors. Participants will be grouped together based on ability level and desired outcomes. Available to beginning through expert telemarkers. Cost is $99.
Mar 14

Master / Grand Clinic For Seniors

This clinic is designed for seniors who are intermediate or above skiers or riders. Our certified senior specialist instructors will show you modern techniques specifically designed to help you ski / ride mor easily and efficiently so you can get the most out of your day.
Mar 16

USSA 2010 Revolution Tour

The U.S. Snowboarding Revolution Tour is a competition that brings together athletes across the region to identify the top juniors in the country. Halfpipe and slopestyle athletes 13 and older (SBX 15 and older) compete together in an open-class style event. Top juniors will be named to U.S. Snowboarding’s Project Gold, a group of the top development athletes in the country who will train together in the summer time and be invited to other select projects. Athletes must have a current National USSA license and FIS license prior to registering for a Revolution Tour contest. USSA or FIS memberships may not be purchased onsite; memberships must be purchased at least two weeks prior to the event. There will be no onsite registration at the event.
Mar 17

USSA 2010 Revolution Tour

The U.S. Snowboarding Revolution Tour is a competition that brings together athletes across the region to identify the top juniors in the country. Halfpipe and slopestyle athletes 13 and older (SBX 15 and older) compete together in an open-class style event. Top juniors will be named to U.S. Snowboarding’s Project Gold, a group of the top development athletes in the country who will train together in the summer time and be invited to other select projects. Athletes must have a current National USSA license and FIS license prior to registering for a Revolution Tour contest. USSA or FIS memberships may not be purchased onsite; memberships must be purchased at least two weeks prior to the event. There will be no onsite registration at the event.
Mar 18

USSA 2010 Revolution Tour

The U.S. Snowboarding Revolution Tour is a competition that brings together athletes across the region to identify the top juniors in the country. Halfpipe and slopestyle athletes 13 and older (SBX 15 and older) compete together in an open-class style event. Top juniors will be named to U.S. Snowboarding’s Project Gold, a group of the top development athletes in the country who will train together in the summer time and be invited to other select projects. Athletes must have a current National USSA license and FIS license prior to registering for a Revolution Tour contest. USSA or FIS memberships may not be purchased onsite; memberships must be purchased at least two weeks prior to the event. There will be no onsite registration at the event.
Mar 20

USSA NorAm SBX

NorAm Cup Competitions

To compete in the NorAm series, you must be FIS age eligible with a current USSA license and FIS license or provisional FIS license. The winner of the NorAm series is awarded an individual start right on the World Cup for the following season. The NorAm winner must still be entered by their respective national governing body in each World Cup. The NorAm spot will be awarded to a North American athlete.
Mar 20-24

Spring Splash

Celebrate spring March 20 - April 24 with special events, sunshine, entertainment and daily registration for a chance to win a trip for two to Hawaii!
Mar 20

Saturday Freestyle Clinic

This clinic is designed for those who are looking to improve their freestyle skills in the park, pipe and all over the mountain. Our experience freestyle instructors will work with you on the fundamentals of approach, takeoff, maneuver and landings in order to help you get more comfortable in the park or help you learn and perfect new spins, grabs, etc. This clinic is open to strong intermediate and above skiers & riders and we will divide up groups based on skill level and goals.

$99 - 9 AM - 4 PM with a one hour break for lunch. Lunch and lift ticket not included. Season Pass holders receive 25% off!
Mar 20

Brew Fest

Mt. Hood Meadows proudly presents the Spring Brew Fest. Music by the The Garcia Birthday Band and beers by Full Sail Brewery, Double Mountain Brewery, Widmer Brothers Brewing, Kona, Redhook, and Lompoc Brewery. Cool off with some beverages, while soaking up the sun on the deck!
Mar 20

Entertainment: The Garcia Birthday Band

The Garcia Birthday Band is an amalgam of veteran players from Portland's jamband scene doing fine interpretations of classics from the vast repertoire of Jerry Garcia's multiple musical endeavors. The GBB isn't a tribute band: this combo plays fast and loose with the tunes, taking a jazz-like approach to improv and psychedelic tomfoolery.
Mar 21

USSA NorAm SBX

NorAm Cup Competitions

To compete in the NorAm series, you must be FIS age eligible with a current USSA license and FIS license or provisional FIS license. The winner of the NorAm series is awarded an individual start right on the World Cup for the following season. The NorAm winner must still be entered by their respective national governing body in each World Cup. The NorAm spot will be awarded to a North American athlete.
Mar 21

Steeps Clinic

Available to advanced and expert skiers and riders. These clinics are designed to improve your ability to ski steep ungroomed terrain. We will work on maintaining rhythm and flow through all terrain and conditions while exploring some of the best known and unknown runs at the resort. Groups will be divided based on skiing / riding ability and desired terrain. This clinic is taught by our most certified and strongest skiing / riding pros.
Mar 21

NW Ski & Snowboard Demo Tour

Come to one demo to try out all the manufacturers all in one day for free! ID / credit card required. Manufacturers attending are: Atomic, Bataleon, Blizzard, Burton, Dynastar, 4Front, Head, Icelantic, K2, Libtech, Line, Mervin, Never Summer, Rome, Rossignol, Salomon and Volkl.
Mar 21

Entertainment: The Garcia Birthday Band

The Garcia Birthday Band is an amalgam of veteran players from Portland's jamband scene doing fine interpretations of classics from the vast repertoire of Jerry Garcia's multiple musical endeavors. The GBB isn't a tribute band: this combo plays fast and loose with the tunes, taking a jazz-like approach to improv and psychedelic tomfoolery.
Mar 22

3-Day Freestyle Kids Camp (Day 1)

Whether preparing for an upcoming competition, or just looking to enter the park for the first time, this camp is a great way to progress your freestyle skills. The camp is open to anybody 10 and up who is an intermediate level skier/rider.
Mar 22

3-Day Freestyle Kids Camp (Day 1)

Whether preparing for an upcoming competition, or just looking to enter the park for the first time, this camp is a great way to progress your freestyle skills. The camp is open to anybody 10 and up who is an intermediate level skier/rider.
Mar 22

3-Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 1)

Our 3-day camps are offered over Christmas Break and Spring Break, and provide kids with a great way to play on the snow! We provide alpine lessons for students ages 4 – 12, and snowboard lessons for students ages 7 – 12. Kids will be put in the same group with the same instructor for three consecutive days providing an excellent opportunity to make friends and bond with the instructor. You’ll be amazed at the progress your child can make skiing or riding 3 straight days.
Mar 23

3-Day Freestyle Kids Camp (Day 2)

Whether preparing for an upcoming competition, or just looking to enter the park for the first time, this camp is a great way to progress your freestyle skills. The camp is open to anybody 10 and up who is an intermediate level skier/rider.
Mar 23

3-Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 2)

Celebrate spring March 20 - April 24 with special events, sunshine, entertainment and daily registration for a chance to win a trip for two to Hawaii!

Our 3-day camps are offered over Christmas Break and Spring Break, and provide kids with a great way to play on the snow! We provide alpine lessons for students ages 4 – 12, and snowboard lessons for students ages 7 – 12. Kids will be put in the same group with the same instructor for three consecutive days providing an excellent opportunity to make friends and bond with the instructor. You’ll be amazed at the progress your child can make skiing or riding 3 straight days.
Mar 23

Entertainment: Mark Of Mystery

Mark is a self taught illusionist, starting at the early age of 10. He's been entertaining audiences with the art of magic for 19 years!

Also performing March 24th & March 25th
Mar 24

3-Day Freestyle Kids Camp (Day 3)

Whether preparing for an upcoming competition, or just looking to enter the park for the first time, this camp is a great way to progress your freestyle skills. The camp is open to anybody 10 and up who is an intermediate level skier/rider.
Mar 24

3 Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 3)

Our 3-day camps are offered over Christmas Break and Spring Break, and provide kids with a great way to play on the snow! We provide alpine lessons for students ages 4 – 12, and snowboard lessons for students ages 7 – 12. Kids will be put in the same group with the same instructor for three consecutive days providing an excellent opportunity to make friends and bond with the instructor. You’ll be amazed at the progress your child can make skiing or riding 3 straight days.
Mar 24

Entertainment: Mark Of Mystery

Mark is a self taught illusionist, starting at the early age of 10. He's been entertaining audiences with the art of magic for 19 years!

Also performing on March 23rd & March 25th
Mar 25

Entertainment: Mark Of Mystery

Mark is a self taught illusionist, starting at the early age of 10. He's been entertaining audiences with the art of magic for 19 years!

Also performing March 23rd & March 24th
Mar 27

Saturday Freestyle Clinic

This clinic is designed for those who are looking to improve their freestyle skills in the park, pipe and all over the mountain. Our experience freestyle instructors will work with you on the fundamentals of approach, takeoff, maneuver and landings in order to help you get more comfortable in the park or help you learn and perfect new spins, grabs, etc. This clinic is open to strong intermediate and above skiers & riders and we will divide up groups based on skill level and goals.

$99 - 9 AM - 4 PM with a one hour break for lunch. Lunch and lift ticket not included. Season Pass holders receive 25% off!
Mar 27

Entertainment: Miriam's Well

Miriam’s Well is a unique blend of rock and soul that holds echoes of decades gone by, when rock was raw, powerful and unprocessed. Singer and songwriter Mir German, doesn’t play a set so much as embody it, pulling the music from a deeper place – a well of sound and images, emotion and power, her voice riding a ragged edge of truth bringing depth and dimension to every song.

Also playing Sunday, March 28th
Mar 28

Safety Fair

Presented by Monster Energy Drink, FUEL TV and Anheuser-Busch Responsibility Matters campaign. Register for prizes and learn about Your Responsibility Code!

Look for our Safety Codesters - there's 7 of them - each of them wears a number corresponding to the 7 rules of the Code. Fill out your safety card by reciting each rule to a codester and you'll be registered to win some great prizes!
Mar 28

Entertainment: Miriam's Well

Miriam’s Well is a unique blend of rock and soul that holds echoes of decades gone by, when rock was raw, powerful and unprocessed. Singer and songwriter Mir German, doesn’t play a set so much as embody it, pulling the music from a deeper place – a well of sound and images, emotion and power, her voice riding a ragged edge of truth bringing depth and dimension to every song.

Also playing Saturday, March 27th
Mar 29

3-Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 1)

Our 3-day camps are offered over Christmas Break and Spring Break, and provide kids with a great way to play on the snow! We provide alpine lessons for students ages 4 – 12, and snowboard lessons for students ages 7 – 12. Kids will be put in the same group with the same instructor for three consecutive days providing an excellent opportunity to make friends and bond with the instructor. You’ll be amazed at the progress your child can make skiing or riding 3 straight days.
Mar 30

3-Day Freestyle Kids Camp (Day 2)

Whether preparing for an upcoming competition, or just looking to enter the park for the first time, this camp is a great way to progress your freestyle skills. The camp is open to anybody 10 and up who is an intermediate level skier/rider.
Mar 30

3-Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 2)

Celebrate spring March 20 - April 24 with special events, sunshine, entertainment and daily registration for a chance to win a trip for two to Hawaii!

Our 3-day camps are offered over Christmas Break and Spring Break, and provide kids with a great way to play on the snow! We provide alpine lessons for students ages 4 – 12, and snowboard lessons for students ages 7 – 12. Kids will be put in the same group with the same instructor for three consecutive days providing an excellent opportunity to make friends and bond with the instructor. You’ll be amazed at the progress your child can make skiing or riding 3 straight days.
Mar 31

3-Day Freestyle Kids Camp (Day 3)

Whether preparing for an upcoming competition, or just looking to enter the park for the first time, this camp is a great way to progress your freestyle skills. The camp is open to anybody 10 and up who is an intermediate level skier/rider.
Mar 31

3 Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 3)

Our 3-day camps are offered over Christmas Break and Spring Break, and provide kids with a great way to play on the snow! We provide alpine lessons for students ages 4 – 12, and snowboard lessons for students ages 7 – 12. Kids will be put in the same group with the same instructor for three consecutive days providing an excellent opportunity to make friends and bond with the instructor. You’ll be amazed at the progress your child can make skiing or riding 3 straight days.