Meadows Calendar

March 2011

Mar 05

Mountain Photo Workshop

Want to learn to shoot snow photos like a pro, while spending a fabulous day on the mountain? The photo workshops offered by Grant Myrdal Photography allow this unique opportunity, exclusive to Mt. Hood Meadows. Targetted specifically at snow and mountain shooting, the full day workshops which are scheduled for 2/6, 3/5 & 4/2, equip you with the tools to create spectacular photos in all conditions. Workshop costs $125. View Grant Myrdal's Mt. Hood Meadows actions photos, at http://meadowsactionphotos.smugmug.com/.
Mar 05

Meadows Film Festival

Presenting the second annual Meadows Film Festival, March 5th from 4 - 6 PM in the Vertical Restaurant & 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 second annual Meadows Film Festival will showcase local talent - on the hill as well as behind the camera. 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!

Submission rules and details to come.
Mar 06

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.
Mar 06

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.
Mar 07

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.
Mar 10

Meadows Sales & Marketing Summit

Could your business use some new ideas to get things moving! Spend a day at Meadows skiing and attending the seminar, "Seven Secrets to Successful Selling and the Seven Biggest Marketing Mistakes," with marketing and sales experts, Doug Fish and Jeff Schneider. Fast paced, interactive and focused on results, this seminar with lift you to new heights! Spend an hour with the experts, enjoy a delicious catered lunch, ski or snowboard for the day, and receive a subscription to the Portland Business Journal... all for $99. Click here for more information, or reserve your spot today!
Mar 10

OISA State Championships: Banked Slalom & SBX

OISA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
at Mt. Hood Meadows March 10 - 12, 2011.

Thursday, March 10: Banked Slalom & SBX
Friday, March 11: SlopeStyle
Saturday, March 12: SuperPipe

The O.I.S.A. is committed to the development of High School Snowboarders in the State of Oregon, through coaching excellence, individual excellence through team development, and competitive events.
Mar 11

OISA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS SlopeStyle

OISA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
at Mt. Hood Meadows March 10 - 12, 2011.

Thursday, March 10: Banked Slalom & SBX
Friday, March 11: SlopeStyle
Saturday, March 12: SuperPipe

The O.I.S.A. is committed to the development of High School Snowboarders in the State of Oregon, through coaching excellence, individual excellence through team development, and competitive events.
Mar 11

Friday Night Rail Jam

Jam on our featued rails in this progressive party in Shipyard. Music will set the tone for a fun evening of sessioning. Prizes and schwag from our sponsors will keep the vibe going. Jam set up to progress from lower level to more advanced as the evening progresses. Helmet is required - and no inverts are alowed.

Admission is FREE but registration form is required which you can download and have a parent or legal guardian sign if you're under 18.
Mar 12

OISA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS SuperPipe

OISA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
at Mt. Hood Meadows March 10 - 12, 2011.

Thursday, March 10: Banked Slalom & SBX
Friday, March 11: SlopeStyle
Saturday, March 12: SuperPipe

The O.I.S.A. is committed to the development of High School Snowboarders in the State of Oregon, through coaching excellence, individual excellence through team development, and competitive events.
Mar 12

All Mountain Carving Clinic

Mt. Hood Meadows offers a variety of opportunities to focus on specific aspects of your technique. Extended sessions allow our instructors to address all the goals of participants, and lift cutting privileges guarantee plenty of runs.
Mar 13

Women's Clinic

For women and taught by our most certified and experienced female instructors. Work on your skiing/riding in a fun supportive environment. Participants will be grouped based on ability and the focus will be on improving your skills so you can ski/ride more confidently and in more conditions. Available to intermediate and above skiers and riders.
Mar 19

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 fo 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. $99 Per Person.
Mar 19

Entertainment: SugarCane

The Northwest's premier Roots Rock Band from Portland, Oregon! What makes Sugarcane special? The answer is: heartfelt, inspiring songs, and a natural, earthy sound that is accessible to many. The band resume includes: opening slots for Willie Nelson, Railroad Earth, Papa Mali, Emmitt Nershi Band, Fareed Haque Group, Head For The Hills, The Chris Berry Trio, Vince Herman and Great American Taxi, Melvin Seals, Poor Man's Whisky, Danny Barnes, Montana Slim String Band, and Pertnear Sandstone. Sugarcane is quickly becoming a well respected group among touring acts.

Band is scheduled to play outside, on the deck. If the weather doesn't accommodate, band will play in the Vertical Restaurant.
Mar 19

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 20th & March 21st.
Mar 20

NW Ski & Snowboard Demo Tour

Come to one demo to try out all the manufacturers in one day for free! Riders must be 18 and provide a credit card and ID to demo. Minors must have a parent or guardian present with credit card and ID. We advise arriving early as our the last event equipment was demoed out by 1 PM.
Mar 20

Grand Masters Clinic

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 more easily and efficiently so you can get the most out of your day.
Mar 20

Snow Merit Badge Day

Troops and scouts can finish the Snow Merit Badge at Mt. Hood Meadows! Troops should have a merit badge counselor. Scouts ski free in the morning, and then go into Ski School at 12:30 PM, for a 2-hr lesson, starting at 1 PM. Each scout must be able to demonstrate intermediate level for the appropriate discipline. The merit badge process takes about two hours and a valid Meadows lift ticket or pass is required.
Mar 20

Entertainment: SugarCane

The Northwest's premier Roots Rock Band from Portland, Oregon! What makes Sugarcane special? The answer is: heartfelt, inspiring songs, and a natural, earthy sound that is accessible to many. The band resume includes: opening slots for Willie Nelson, Railroad Earth, Papa Mali, Emmitt Nershi Band, Fareed Haque Group, Head For The Hills, The Chris Berry Trio, Vince Herman and Great American Taxi, Melvin Seals, Poor Man's Whisky, Danny Barnes, Montana Slim String Band, and Pertnear Sandstone. Sugarcane is quickly becoming a well respected group among touring acts.

Band is scheduled to play outside, on the deck. If the weather doesn't accommodate, band will play in the Vertical Restaurant.
Mar 21

3 Day Freestyle 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 intermediate level skiers and riders, ages 7-14.
Mar 21

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 in three days.
Mar 22

3 Day Freestyle 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 intermediate level skiers and riders, ages 7-14.
Mar 22

3 Day Holiday Kids Camp (Day 2)

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 in three days.
Mar 23

3 Day Freestyle 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 intermediate level skiers and riders, ages 7-14.
Mar 23

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 in three days.
Mar 23

Mercy Corps Japan Disaster Relief Fundraiser

Join us for an evening of skiing, riding and fundraising to aid Japan's earthquake and tsunami victims. Special 3 - 9 PM lift ticket can be purchased at the ski area for $15 - $5 of which will be donated to Mercy Corps for Japan disaster relief efforts.
Read more about the event in our Blog.
Purchase the lift ticket online in advance for just $10 - we'll still donate $5 to Mercy Corps! The ticket can be used either Wednesday, March 23 or Thursday March 24.
You can also donate directly to Mercy Corps' Japan disaster relief efforts online with a credit card by selecting "Donate Now".
Mar 24

Mercy Corps Japan Disaster Relief Fundraiser

Join us for a second evening of skiing, riding and fundraising to aid Japan's earthquake and tsunami victims. Special 3 - 9 PM lift ticket can be purchased at the ski area for $15 - $5 of which will be donated to Mercy Corps for Japan disaster relief efforts.
Read more about the event in our Blog.
Purchase the lift ticket online in advance for just $10 - we'll still donate $5 to Mercy Corps! The ticket can be used either Wednesday, March 23 or Thursday March 24.
You can also donate directly to Mercy Corps' Japan disaster relief efforts online with a credit card by selecting "Donate Now".
Mar 25

Friday Night Rail Jam

Jam on our featued rails in this progressive party in Shipyard. Music will set the tone for a fun evening of sessioning. Prizes and schwag from our sponsors will keep the vibe going. Jam set up to progress from lower level to more advanced as the evening progresses. Helmet is required - and no inverts are alowed.

Admission is FREE but registration form is required which you can download and have a parent or legal guardian sign if you're under 18.
Mar 26

Spring Brew Fest

Mt. Hood Meadows proudly presents the Spring Brew Fest. Live music on deck, 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 26

Entertainment: Garcia Birthday Band

Garcia Birthday Band (GBB), based in Portland, Oregon, is a group of veteran musicians interpreting and celebrating the vast repertoire of the late Jerry Garcia and The Grateful Dead. But this isn't a "tribute band!" Drawing upon years of individual and shared experience, these players are able to craft and transform these tunes into something fresh and original. Solid chops, tight arrangements and fine harmonies all contribute to the band's musical travels and explorations of one of the greatest and most diverse songbooks of all time.

Band is scheduled to play outside, on the deck. If the weather doesn't accommodate, band will play in the Vertical Restaurant.
Mar 27

Entertainment: Garcia Birthday Band

Garcia Birthday Band (GBB), based in Portland, Oregon, is a group of veteran musicians interpreting and celebrating the vast repertoire of the late Jerry Garcia and The Grateful Dead. But this isn't a "tribute band!" Drawing upon years of individual and shared experience, these players are able to craft and transform these tunes into something fresh and original. Solid chops, tight arrangements and fine harmonies all contribute to the band's musical travels and explorations of one of the greatest and most diverse songbooks of all time.

Band is scheduled to play outside, on the deck. If the weather doesn't accommodate, band will play in the Vertical Restaurant.