Arizona Snowbowl is planning to start the 2020-21 season with the highly anticipated state-of-the-art Arizona Gondola, its new high-speed lift, which is the longest, highest and most advanced lift in the state. The Arizona Gondola will run as a combination detachable chairlift and gondola. Each eight-person cabin will be interspersed with two six-person chairs through the upcoming ski season. The Arizona Gondola will transport guests up 2,000 vertical feet in just seven minutes, less than half … [Read more...] about New Lift, New Season, New Standard
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Arizona Snowbowl and Greater Flagstaff Chamber Announce COVID-19 Relief Fund
As businesses continue to struggle with the effects of COVID-19, some are looking for ways to help. Arizona Snowbowl announced the resort is partnering with the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce to create the Arizona Snowbowl/Flagstaff Chamber COVID-19 Relief Fund, which will provide eight $7,500 grants to qualifying small businesses. “COVID-19 has created new challenges for everyone, including all of us at Snowbowl,” said Rob Linde, General Manager of Arizona Snowbowl. “As a part of our … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl and Greater Flagstaff Chamber Announce COVID-19 Relief Fund
Arizona Snowbowl Opens for Summer Operations
Arizona Snowbowl announced that the resort will open for summer scenic chairlift rides starting on Friday, June 19th, with new health and safety procedures in place. “As we look forward to the official start of summer, we’re excited to offer Arizonans a way to get out of the house, have fun and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors in a safe, open environment,“ said Rob Linde, General Manager of Arizona Snowbowl. “Our reopening plan was designed with COVID-19 in mind, and includes considerations … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Opens for Summer Operations
Snowbowl Preparing for Arizona’s First Combination Lift
After a 12-month environmental assessment process, Coconino National Forest approved the replacement of Arizona Snowbowl’s Agassiz Chairlift. Approval couldn’t come at a better time. Amid challenges with the Agassiz Lift this season, Arizona Snowbowl announced the authorization and that they would begin construction on the new lift system. The new lift combines detachable chairs interspersed with gondolas. Similar state-of-the-art lift systems are in place in Austria, Italy and … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Preparing for Arizona’s First Combination Lift
Arizona Snowbowl Shares Vision for Next Chapter
On the heels of the longest ski season in history, and answering the Forest Service’s call to utilize existing mountain resort infrastructure as a portal to the National Forest to satisfy growing recreational demand, Arizona Snowbowl is sharing its vision for the future. The Flagstaff mountain resort is seeking to enhance the existing guest experience, meet current demand, provide year-round outdoor recreation activities and benefit the community with additional partnerships and a greater … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Shares Vision for Next Chapter
Big Snow, Big Season
Spencer Plumb could hardly believe his luck. The Arizona program manager for the National Forests Foundation (NFF) was counting on funding from Arizona Snowbowl’s Community Benefit Day to be a boost for forest restoration efforts on Hart Prairie, but he was not expecting this: the NFF Community Benefit Day was scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 24, a “bluebird” day of sunshine just after the record-setting storm that dumped more than four feet of snow on the San Francisco Peaks. “The new daily … [Read more...] about Big Snow, Big Season
Cool Commitment to Four Season Recreation
As Arizona Snowbowl transitioned from its longest ski season ever to summer on the San Francisco Peaks, evidence of activity and a commitment to year-round outdoor recreation is abundant. For the second consecutive year, Scenic Chairlift Rides are offered every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended hours on Fridays. For many Northland visitors escaping low-desert heat (the temperature difference can be 30 degrees from Phoenix to the San Francisco Peaks), the stunning views, gorgeous … [Read more...] about Cool Commitment to Four Season Recreation
Helicopter Assists with New Chairlift at Snowbowl
Snowbowl officials say a heavy-lifting helicopter was used today to assist with the new chairlift being erected on Humphrey's Peak. The new chair, the first one on the mountain to accommodate four people, is scheduled to be open by Christmas. The opening day for Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff is Friday, Nov. 20, announced resort officials. New for 2015/2016! Arizona Snowbowl is installing the ski area’s first new chairlift in 30 years. The new Humphreys Peak Lift is the resort’s first … [Read more...] about Helicopter Assists with New Chairlift at Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl Receiving Fresh Snow
With the February snowstorm now moving out of the region, Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff has reported at least 36 inches of new snow. One foot of new snow fell within the past 24 hours. All lifts at the Flagstaff area ski resort are operational. Roads to the ski resort are snow packed; four wheel drive vehicles or chains are suggested for travel. The Flagstaff Nordic Center is also reporting fresh snow on its trails. Motorists are advised to use caution while driving to the Nordic … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Receiving Fresh Snow
Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Snowbowl
The latest lawsuit aimed at stalling development plans at Arizona Snowbow has been shot down by a federal appeals court. A ruling today says the group Save the Peaks Coalition and private citizens who filed the lawsuite grossly abused the judicial process. Today’s ruling upholds a previous decision by a lower court which said the U.S. Forest Service adequately evaluated the effects of snowmaking using treated wastewater. The court said the latest appeal is a delay tactic, designed to … [Read more...] about Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Snowbowl
