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JFBB to host “Ski for the Cure” Breast Cancer Awareness Day, February 23, 2019 at Jack Frost Mountain, Blakeslee, Pa.
On Saturday February 23, 2019, JFBB will proudly present the twelfth annual “Ski for the Cure” Breast Cancer Awareness Day at Jack Frost Ski Area, Blakeslee Pa. The event culminates a month long campaign as February is declared Breast Cancer Awareness month at JFBB. The event benefits the local Chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Greater Pennsylvania. 100 % of the net proceeds are donated to the organization. 75% stays local in Northeast Pa, providing much needed breast health services for medically under served and uninsured women and men in Northeastern, Pa. The remaining 25% will fund the Susan G. Komen for the cure National Research Grant Award Program.
JFBB is pleased to have donated over $265,000 to the Northeast Pa. Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure over the past eleven years through our fundraising efforts and as a result have become the second largest fundraising event for the Northeast Pa. Affiliate of Susan G Komen. Jack Frost will donate $2 of each lift ticket sold that day.
Our event includes a Pledge Drive Ski-A-Thon, Pink Olympic race gates, Dedication Run, raffle ticket sales, tricky tray, selfie station, tee shirt sales and lots more.
Registration begins at 8 am in the main lodge guest services area at Jack Frost for the Pledge Ski-A-Thon and Pink Olympic race gates. We ask skiers/riders/tubers to participate in the Pledge Drive Ski-A-Thon and get donations from friends and family to support them as they ski /ride/tube for the Cure on February 23. Pledge sheets are available at Jack Frost guest services or on line at jfbb.com/events (2/23/2019, Ski for the Cure). Pink Olympic timed race gates are from 9am to 10:30am on the Ridge Run trail for a $5.00 donation. Medal ceremony for the best times takes place at 3:15 pm. “Pink Olympics” is open to skiers and boarders of all ages.
The main event is the Dedication Run at 11:15 am. We gather together for a Dedication Service and Run. The Dedication Run remembers all those who lost their battle to breast cancer and honors those in treatment and breast cancer survivors.
Raffle tickets, tricky tray and more are available on weekends during the month of February at the donation table located at the Jack Frost guest services area. Drawings takes place on the day of the event February 23.
Please join us for Breast Cancer Awareness Day and give your support to help those in our own community as well as finding a cure for breast cancer. Together we can and will make a difference. Don’t forget to wear PINK.
For further information please contact Bernie Oldroyd, Chairperson of “Ski for the Cure” at 570 443-8425 X 2671. Donations can be made payable to “JFBB Ski for the Cure” and mailed to JFBB Ski for the Cure, P.O. Box 1539, Blakeslee, Pa. 18610 or you can donate on line at jfbb.com, shopping cart or log onto events February 23, Ski for the Cure.
Fourth and Fifth Graders Ski & Ride for FREE in Pennsylvania!
A Healthy Winter Activity for Families to Enjoy Together
White Haven, PA – Fourth and fifth graders who want to ski or snowboard are
fortunate especially if they live in or near Pennsylvania. For the fourteenth year, the
Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association (PSAA) is making skiing or snowboarding free
through their Snowpass program for youths in those two grade levels.
The Snowpass allows fourth and fifth graders to hit the slopes free, up to three times
at each participating resort, when accompanied by a paying adult. Additionally, fourth
and fifth graders can take advantage of a beginner lift, lesson, and rental package free
and 50% off a beginner lift, lesson and rental package for the accompanying adult.
“We have found that fourth and fifth graders are at the ideal age to learn a new sport
with ease and to excel rapidly,” said PSAA Executive Director Linda Irvin. Through
the Snowpass Program an on-mountain experience, students can see the lessons of
their 4th & 5th grade science studies in action (such as water resources at work,
geology structure, and the physics of lift mechanics).”
Skiing and snowboarding offers families the opportunity to exercise outside together during the winter months. A ninety pound youth can burn between two and three hundred calories per hour skiing and / or snowboarding depending on their activity level. Skiing and snowboarding are listed among the activities included
in the President’s Challenge organized by the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports
and Nutrition. Children and adults can earn points toward a Presidential Active
Lifestyle Award by skiing and snowboarding. Nineteen ski/snowboard resorts across
Pennsylvania belong to the Snowpass program.
The Snowpass is not restricted to residents of Pennsylvania. Any fourth or fifth grade
student can participate by completing a simple application and providing a report card
or other document verifying they are currently in the fourth or fifth grade. A photo
of the student is also required. You can apply online at www.skipa.com or download
an application and apply by mail. There is a nominal administration/ processing fee
of $35 prior to December 1 and $40 after. Quantities are limited. Snowpasses are
issued on a first come, first serve basis. Details of the program including rules and
black-out dates can be found on the website www.skipa.com. The site lists all resorts
in Pennsylvania and answers most frequently asked questions.
For additional information contact:
Linda Irvin, PSAA Executive Director 570-443-0963 or [email protected]
Where can a 4th or 5th grader Ski for Free? Any PA Ski Resort below.
Bear Creek Mountain Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
101 Doe Mountain Ln-Macungie, PA 18062 (610) 682-7100
Big Boulder: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
PO Box 707 – Blakeslee, PA 18610 – (570) 443-8425
Blue Knob Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
PO Box 247 -Claysburg, PA 16625 (800) 458-3403 – Snow (800) 622-3045
Blue Mountain Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
1660 Blue Mountain Dr, Palmerton, Pennsylvania 18071
(610) 826-7700 – Snow (877) SKI-BLUE
Camelback Mountain Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
PO Box 168 – One Camelback Road -Tannersville, PA 18372 (570) 629-1661
Elk Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
RR #2, Box 3328 -Union Dale, PA 18470
(570) 679-4400 – Snow (800) 233-4131.
Hidden Valley: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
1 Craighead Dr – Hidden Valley, PA 15502 – 814-443-8000
Jack Frost Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
PO Box 707 – Blakeslee, PA 18610 – (570) 443-8425
Laurel Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
Laurel Mountain – 347 Summit Ski Road – Boswell, PA 15531
Liberty Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
PO Box SKI- Carroll Valley, PA 17320(717) 642-8282 – Snow (717) 642-9000
Montage Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
1000 Montage Mountain Road, Scranton, PA 18505 – (855) SKI-SWIM
Nemacolin Woodlands: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
Mystic Mountain -1001 Lafayette Dr – Farmington, PA 15437 –
(800) 422-2736 Snow (724) 329-8555
Roundtop Mountain Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
925 Roundtop Rd – Lewisberry, PA 17339 –
(717) 432-9631 Snow (717) 432-7000
Seven Springs Mt. Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
777 Waterwheel Dr – Champion, PA 15622
(800) 452-2223 (US) – Snow (800) 352-7777
Shawnee Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
401 Hollow Road – East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-7231 – Lodging 888 VILLA4U – Snow (800) 233-4218
Ski Big Bear: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
196 Karl Hope Blvd. – Lackawaxen PA 18435 –
(570) 685-1400
Ski Sawmill Family Resort: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
383 Oregon Hill Rd – Morris, PA 16938 – (570)
353-7521
Tussey Mountain: Check Blackout Dates and Restrictions
PO Box 885 – Boalsburg, PA 16827- (814) 466-
6266 -Snow (814) 466-6810
Whitetail Resort: Check Blackout Dates & Restrictions
13805 Blairs Valley Rd – Mercersburg, PA 17236
(717) 328-9400
The 4th Annual Paint the Mountain Pink day benefits the Hope for Strength Breast Cancer Fund
(East Stroudsburg) For the fourth year, Paint the Mountain Pink breast cancer event is being held at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area. It is being held Saturday, February 4, 2017, starting at 9:00 a.m. “We are so grateful to have Shawnee Mountain’s support. Together we can increase awareness of cancer prevention and raise funds for patient needs. This year the grand raffle prize is a Ski & Stay package from Killington Mountain Lodge, Killington, Vermont. Tickets are $10.00 each. The drawing will be held at 4:00 p.m. and the winner does not need to be present to win. For raffle tickets (available in advance and onsite) and a complete list of raffle prizes, go online to hopeforstrength.com,” states Carole’ Ann F. Bowyer, co-founder, Hope for Strength Breast Cancer Fund.
The first 200 lift ticket purchasers will receive a FREE bandana compliments of Shawnee Mountain Ski Area.
The purpose of the Fund is to minimize the financial and emotional impact of breast cancer diagnoses and treatment. The Hope for Strength Breast Cancer Fund will provide up to $500 to both male and female breast cancer patients of the Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center for basic living expenses. For more information, visit www.hopeforstrength.com.
Contact Carole’ Ann F. Bowyer at [email protected] or call 570-977-0872 for more information about the Fund and to learn how you can help make a difference.
Mother Nature has not been super cooperative to local ski resorts so far this winter with higher temperatures and rainy conditions, but that has not deterred progress. Because of smart snow making efforts during cold spells and tremendous planning and hard work, local ski areas are in prime shape as February approaches.
“It has been a little of a struggle over the last two weeks with the wet and warm, but it looks real strong with the cold air coming in,” Shawnee Mountain manager Jim Tust said. “We will be cranking up the snow making and are eyeing up a good February. We do a good job of making sure that we don’t get spread thin on our snow making. With the bigger snow making system, we have come a long way. The amount of snow we can make in even marginal temperatures is amazing.”
Jack Frost/Big Boulder is operating at 100 percent with all trails open. Camelback has 32 trails open and 22 snow tubing lanes available. Elk Mountain has 27 trails open with a snow base between 30-48 inches. Montage Mountain is operating 17 trails. Shawnee has 21 trails open.
With the cold air expected over the next few weeks, ski areas will increase snowmaking. That is good news for February where local resorts will host some very important cancer awareness events.
Shawnee Mountain will hold two events February 4-5 to promote cancer awareness and raise funds for a worthy cause. On Saturday February 4th, Shawnee with host their fourth annual Paint the Mountain Pink for breast cancer awareness. In conjunction with Pocono Health Systems, the Hope for Strength Breast Cancer Fund is running a raffle to support breast cancer.
On February 5th, Shawnee Mountain will present the Joe Riesle Memorial NASTAR Race to benefit the American Cancer Society in remembrance of long time ski instructor Joe Riesle.
“It is an important fundraiser,” Tust said. “Saturday is Hope for Strength which is a local breast cancer foundation. Sunday is for the American Cancer Society. We have a memorial race for Joe Riesle, who passed several years ago. The race is in his honor but the proceeds and sponsorship money goes to the American Cancer Society.”
Jack Frost/Big Boulder will host Ski for the Cure on Saturday, February 25th for Breast Cancer Awareness Day to benefit Susan G. Komen. Activities include pledge ski-a-thon, timed race gates, dedication run, and raffle.
“We have Ski for the Cure in February which is a great cause,” JFBB general manager Mark Daubert said. “It is our tenth year doing it and a big percentage of that fundraising stays local in Northeastern Pennsylvania. That is a big part of the reason we do it.”
February is a perfect time to hit the slopes and support very meaningful causes in the process.
By: Nicholas Gill
hWHITE HAVEN, PA- It’s great to be a kid in PA! For generations, people have been learning to ski and snowboard in Pennsylvania. With over 20 ski areas that cater to beginners and experts alike, PA is where it all starts. Fourth and fifth graders who want to ski or snowboard are fortunate especially if they live in or near Pennsylvania. For the twelfth year, the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association (PSAA) is making skiing or snowboarding free through their Snowpass program for youths in those two grade levels.
According to Linda Irvin, PSAA Executive Director, “Our Snowpass Program is designed to foster a child’s love of skiing or riding, as well as the great outdoors. The goal is give kids the skills, confidence and passion for skiing or snowboarding that will last a lifetime.”
Skiing and snowboarding offers families the opportunity to exercise outside together during the winter months. A ninety pound youth can burn between two and three hundred calories per hour skiing and/or snowboarding depending on their activity level. Skiing and snowboarding are listed among the activities included in the President’s Challenge organized by the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. Children and adults can earn points toward a Presidential Active Lifestyle Award by skiing and snowboarding. The Snowpass program is designed to make it easy for parents to enjoy a day on the slopes as well, while professional instructors create a safe, fun, and educational environment.
Why a 4th & 5th Grade Snowpass Program?
To introduce 4th & 5th graders to the sports of skiing and snowboarding.
Also, to remind families that spending time on the mountains is a healthy and FUN family activity
Why Fourth & Fifth Grade?
This is a great age for children to learn a new sport with ease and to excel rapidly.
Through the Snowpass Program and on-mountain experience, students can see the lessons of their 4th & 5th grade science studies in action (such as water resources at work, geology structure, and the physics of lift mechanics).
Also, ski resorts are a part of Pennsylvania history.
What is Included?
* one Adult Learn to Ski/Snowboard Package (for accompanying adult) at 50% off retail value
* one complimentary Child’s Learn to Ski/Snowboard Package (includes beginner lift, lesson and equipment rental)
* three complimentary child’s day lift tickets to each of the 20 participating member resorts.
Where can a 4th or 5th grader Ski for Free?
Any Pennsylvania Ski Resorts below.
1. Alpine Mountain, Analomink
2. Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Macungie
3. Big Boulder, Blakeslee | http://www.jfbb.com
4. Blue Knob Ski Area, Claysburg
5. Blue Mountain, Palmerton
6. Camelback Mountain Resort,
Tannersville | http://www.skicamelback.com
7. Crystal Lake Cross Country Ski Center,
Hughesville | http://www.crystallakeskicenter.com
8. Elk Mountain, Union Dale
9. Hidden Valley, Hidden Valley
http://www.hiddenvalleyresort.com
10. Jack Frost Mountain, Blakeslee | http://www.jfbb.com
11. Liberty Mountain, Carroll Valley | http://www.libertymountainresort.com
12. Montage Mountain, Scranton | http://www.montagemountainresorts.com
13. Mystic Mountain at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, Farmington
14. Roundtop Mountain Resort, Lewisberry | http://www.skiroundtop.com
15. Seven Springs Mtn. Resort, Seven Springs | http://www.7springs.com
16. Shawnee Mountain, Shawnee-on-Delaware
17. Ski Big Bear, Lackawaxen | http://www.ski-bigbear.com
18. Ski Sawmill Family Resort, Morris
19. Tussey Mountain, Boalsburg
20. Whitetail Resort, Mercersburg
www.skiwhitetail.com
The Snowpass program is not restricted to
residents of Pennsylvania. Any fourth or fifth grade
student can participate by completing a simple application
and providing a report card or other document
verifying they are currently in the fourth or
fifth grade. Photos for students also are required.
There is a nominal administration/processing fee of
$30 if purchased prior to December 1st, or $35 after
December 1st for the Snowpass. There are some
basic rules that apply as well as some black-out dates
typically around busy holidays The application can
be found on the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association’s Web site at www.skipa.com
or call (570) 443-0963.
Dress Warmly and in layers
Wear a good hat that covers the ears
Driving gloves are for driving – Ski gloves are for skiing
Take time for a short period of stretching exercises before going on the slopes
The Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association (PSAA), consisting of member ski areas statewide, is a non-profit association
that was developed to promote and serve the Pennsylvania Ski Industry. PSAA works to encourage participation and enjoyment of skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and cross country skiing in Pennsylvania.
For more information on the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association visit:
www.SkiPA.com or call (570) 443-0963
Member Ski Resorts:
Alpine Mountain, Bear Creek Mt Resort, Big Boulder, Blue Knob Ski Area, Blue Mountain, Camelback Ski Area, Eagle
Rock Resort, Elk Mountain, Hidden Valley Resort, Jack Frost Mountain, Liberty Mountain Resort, Montage Mountain,
Mystic Mountain at Nemacolin, Roundtop Mtn Resort, Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Shawnee Mountain, Ski-Big Bear, Ski Denton, Ski Sawmill, Tussey Mountain, Whitetail Resort.
In Pennsylvania, nature’s bounty is the backdrop for big time recreation.
Tens of thousands of winter enthusiasts migrate to the Keystone State
Mountains every week to ski and snowboard on trails that offer cruising comfort
in a majestic setting or the excitement of pulse pounding challenge on a
downhill course.
Not knowing how to ski or board is no longer an excuse for sitting at home
on the sidelines.
January has been designated, “Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month” in
Pennsylvania.
It’s easier and more affordable than ever. For the entire month, the 19 member
resorts of the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association will offer a $5 discount
on already low midweek “Learn A Snow Sport” packages. These special tickets
include a first ski lesson, rental equipment, either skis or a snowboard and a lift
ticket for use on any of the beginner areas.
For folks who yearn to find a winter activity and a chance to make new
friends in the dynamic environment of a ski resort, Linda Irvin, director of the
Pennsylvania Ski Areas Associations says, “We’re thrilled that our ski areas have
united to offer an affordable “Learn to Ski and Snowbaord” program that will
open the door to the wonderful world of skiing for many winter enthusiasts,
throughout the entire season.”
Association member resorts are found in all regions of the state from the
Endless Mountains to the Philadelphia suburbs, central Pennsylvania from the
Maryland to New York borders and throughout the Alleghenies.
Pennsylvania Designates January as “Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month”
In Pennsylvania, nature’s bounty is the backdrop for big time recreation. Tens of thousands of winter enthusiasts migrate to the Keystone State Mountains every week to ski and snowboard on trails that offer cruising comfort
in a majestic setting or the excitement of pulse pounding challenge on a downhill course.
Not knowing how to ski or board is no longer an excuse for sitting at home on the sidelines.
January has been designated, “Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month” in Pennsylvania.
It’s easier and more affordable than ever. For the entire month, the 19 member resorts of the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association will offer a $5 discount on already low midweek “Learn A Snow Sport” packages. These special tickets include a first ski lesson, rental equipment, either skis or a snowboard and a lift ticket for use on any of the beginner areas.
For folks who yearn to find a winter activity and a chance to make new friends in the dynamic environment of a ski resort, Linda Irvin, director of the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Associations says, “We’re thrilled that our ski areas have
united to offer an affordable “Learn to Ski and Snowbaord” program that will open the door to the wonderful world of skiing for many winter enthusiasts, throughout the entire season.”
Association member resorts are found in all regions of the state from the Endless Mountains to the Philadelphia suburbs, central Pennsylvania from the Maryland to New York borders and throughout the Alleghenies.
TIPS FOR FIRST TIME SKIERS/BOARDERS
Dress Warmly and in layers
Wear a good hat that covers the ears
Driving gloves are for driving – Ski gloves are for skiing
Take time for a short period of stretching exercises before going on the slopes
The Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association (PSAA), consisting of member ski areas statewide, is a non-profit association that was developed to promote and serve the Pennsylvania Ski Industry. PSAA works to encourage participation and enjoyment of skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and cross country skiing in Pennsylvania.
For more information on the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association visit:
www.SkiPA.com or call (570) 443-0963
Member Ski Resorts:
Alpine Mountain, Bear Creek Mt Resort, Big Boulder, Blue Knob Ski Area, Blue Mountain, Camelback Ski Area, Eagle
Rock Resort, Elk Mountain, Hidden Valley Resort, Jack Frost Mountain, Liberty Mountain Resort, Montage Mountain, Mystic Mountain at Nemacolin, Roundtop Mtn Resort, Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Shawnee Mountain, Ski-Big Bear, Ski Denton, Ski Sawmill, Tussey Mountain, Whitetail Resort.