Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff is moving forward with expansion plans, after an attempt to block development was denied. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the request filed by the Save the Peaks Coalition and a citizens group. They say construction and use of snowmaking equipment would harm the environment. This follows a ruling four moths ago by the Federal District Court, ruling the U.S. Forest Service adequately considered the safety of using reclaimed water to make snow on the … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Moving Forward With Expansion Plans
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Nordic Center Reporting Lots of Snow
While Arizona Snowbowl north of Flagstaff is reporting between 33-48 new inches of the white stuff with more expected this weekend, the Flagstaff Nordic Center has also received plenty of snow. The Nordic Center's Tim Allen tells FBN they have enough snow to keep skiing at the resort viable through the end of March at least. In other Nordic Center News: the Arizona Cup Ski Race Series is scheduled for February 27th and March 6th. Come out and enjoy a day of fun and fitness. 5K distance is … [Read more...] about Nordic Center Reporting Lots of Snow
Next Steps for Construction at Arizona Snowbowl
After a decade of planning and years of being on hold, Arizona Snowbowl is moving forward with snowmaking. On Dec. 1, the Federal District Court ruled that the U.S. Forest Service adequately considered the safety of reclaimed water in regards to snowmaking at the ski area. Flagstaff Business News conducted an exclusive interview with General Manager J.R. Murray on Dec. 20 to learn Arizona Snowbowl’s next steps. "We started planning for the project in 2001. In order to submit a detailed proposal … [Read more...] about Next Steps for Construction at Arizona Snowbowl
Spotlight: First Chair Rentals
Flagstaff Business News is spotlighting First Chair Rentals on North Humphreys Street and owner Robbie Kerr. FBN: What made you decide to open this type of business? I can't really say I made the decision to open a ski and snowboard rental shop, that credit goes to Brady Black and Craig Culler of Moenkopi River Works. It was more of a decision on how to utilize the building that is zoned residential and commercial. They decided to open the shop and asked if I wanted in. After a summer of … [Read more...] about Spotlight: First Chair Rentals
Dining Secrets of Snowbowl
Many of us in Flagstaff are skiers or snowboarders and enjoy getting up to Arizona Snowbowl to get in some runs once in awhile. But did you know what goes on there so that you can get some nourishment into your body and a frosty beer now and then? I spoke with Dave Smith, Snowbowl’s director of sales and marketing, and Greg Klause, executive chef, about the numbers and facts about dining at Snowbowl. Approximately 3,000 meals are served per day at Snowbowl. This number can vary … [Read more...] about Dining Secrets of Snowbowl