Whiteout over Lake Wanaka Ski Fields

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Treble Cone staff rejoicing the snow across the Southern Alps

Whiteout over Lake Wanaka Ski Fields

Lake Wanaka’s 2007 ski season started with heavy snowfalls and right down to lake level turning the resort town into a picturesque winter wonderland.

With Wanaka’s four ski areas planning to open in the next few days, the 15cms couldn’t have come at a better time with another southerly blast and more snow predicted over the weekend.

Snow Park NZ was the first field to get the lifts turning with keen skiers and snowboarders queuing for the first ride up the mountain at 9.00am this morning. With up to 15cms of fresh snow across the terrain park, smothering the already 100% coverage the snow machines and groomers had created, the freestyle action was underway.

Cardrona Alpine Resort will open in the next few days should the snow continue to fall from the south-westerly fronts coming through. The new snow and round the clock grooming will provide skiers and boarders great on-piste conditions.

The roll-out of Lake Wanaka’s ski areas continues next week with Treble Cone scheduled to open on Tuesday 26 June with good early season snow conditions, followed by Snow Farm later in the week.

John Alldred, CEO of Lake Wanaka Tourism said the timely snowfall had created a buzz of excitement in the town. “The ski season has started and snow enthusiasts are keen to strap on their boards, clip in to their skis and make their first turns,” he said.

The new developments for Lake Wanaka’s four ski areas include: snow making, new on-mountain accommodation, a new terrain park, a new laser rifle for Biathlon and a commitment to sustainable tourism.

For further information, visit www.skilakewanaka.com.

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