End of another Opening Weekend

Posted on Jun 15, 2016 While we arrived with only one or two centimetres of snow on the ground, it didn’t damper the party spirit around the APEA lodge. Saturday nights party saw all the girls dressed up as pirates and all the boys dressed as fairys. The Pirates and Fairys theme continued with the games and then with the movies, not to mention all the great decorations throughout the lodge. It may be the end of the long weekend, and there may not be that much snow left on the ground, but everyone is enthused about the start of the season and the promise of snowfalls in the near...
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2016 Opening Weekend Snow Report

Posted on Jun 14, 2016 “Tracks,” said Piglet. “Paw-marks.” He gave a little squeak of excitement. “Oh, Pooh! Do you think it’s a—a—a...
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Another fabulous opening party at APEA 2016

Posted on Jun 13, 2016   
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Opening Weekend 2015, two lifts open.

Posted on Jun 12, 2015 With some snowfalls earlier in the week, and some icy cold temperatures, the 2015 opening of the  snow season kicked off with two lifts open, Big D and Playground offering a small taste of things to come. Visibility was poor and winds were strong, but for some it was worth it to be rewarded with short lift queues, even if the snow coverage wasn’t complete. For those who didn’t want to brave those conditions, there were plenty of activities and partying on Saturday night. A great weekend was had by all who attended.    ...
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The 1920’s were well and truly celebrated on opening w/e

Posted on Jun 13, 2014 Everybody got right into it, the cooking preparations, the roast,the gravy, the veggies, thanks kids for the huge peeling efforts, the pavlova, the nibbles,the wine, and the costumes!, Amazing how well we all brushed up. Shame that the lodge manager forgot to order the snow. Oh well, there is a rumor that like that cheque, it is on the way. And when it does arrive, we will celebrate all over again. I am looking forward to seeing you all during the winter and hopefully having to dig a path into the lodge!! Get those snow dancing feet busy,...
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Winter of 2014. Opening w/e

Posted on Jun 7, 2014 No snow, however we have a hardy crew at APEA determined to usher in winter of 2014. Watch this space for some shots of tonights celebratory slap up dinner, the kids are currently in the kitchen peeling spuds.
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