Snow Report

Report Time: 06:17 AM 2010-Jul-30
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Field: Open
Weather: Sunny,  -5°C
Currently clear and calm in the base area and its shaping up to be another fantastic day with the forecast for a mainly fine day; light winds, and unlimited visibility. Cold temps though until the sun hits the hill, so dress warmly and bring those hats, gloves and goggle as well as some sunblock. It looks like a mixed bag over the next couple of days with a chance of more snow on the radar! 
Road: ChainsAll
ALL VEHICLES-(including 4WD) to fit chains from chain station 1. CAUTION at the fords please-all icy/frosty-drive with care. ALL vehicles visiting the Rainbow ski area and using the mountain access road, including 4 Wheel drive vehicles MUST carry chains. Remember weather and road conditions can change rapidly in an alpine environment so be prepared to fit chains at any time; give way to uphill traffic and remember the speed limit is 40km/hr. 
Snow
Surface:  
Depth: 42cm - 52cm
Last fall: 2010-Jul-27 
Amount: 13
Sweet winter conditions exist on the terrain that we have open, and we have had the snow makers operating again over night to ensure it all stays in great shape. The lower slopes are the place to be today for the learner and intermediate sliders and riders. These areas have been perfectly groomed and are ready to go. The T-bar is open to the top of the hill and the main trail has been groomed, bringing you wicked on-piste skiing and riding conditions today. Please ski and ride with care and watch for any unmarked hazards.


Facilities
Learners Lifts
NelsonContracting Platter
Status: Open
Fantastic cover and smooth groomed slope.
Novice Tow
Status: Open
A great place to start for those new to skiing or snowboarding
Lifts
T-Bar
Status: Open
Wicked skiing and riding on trail.
West Bowl Access Tow
Status: Closed
Terrain Park Fixed Grip
Status: On Hold
Working on opening today.
Services
Shuttle
Status: Open
Leaves bottom carpark at: 9:00am, 9:30am, 10:00am, 11:00am & 12:00pm.
Ski & Board Rental
Status: Open
For skis, snowboards, boots and waxing service.
Ski & Snowboard School
Status: Open
Grab a lesson from our awesome crew
Rainbow Cafe
Status: Open
The shizz for sweeeeeeet coffee and yummy food.
Come on its Friday-time to start your weekend up here on the hill because its looking to be a primo day. It's a good time to grab a lesson from our experienced snowschool crew who are ready to take your skiing or riding to that next level. Remember if you need to hire skis, snowboards or boots today, our rentals department can deck you out in the right gear, and you can also hire toboggans and clothing in our retail shop. If you are looking for time out today, the Rainbow cafe offers the best place on the hill to chill; with choice coffee and a delicious range of food prepared on the mountain. The mountain shuttle is operates daily today to transport you from the bottom carpark and back again at various times throughout the day, and you can check this out along with info on chain hire or purchase, or any other query, at www.skirainbow.co.nz. We look forward to being part of your Friday!

Snow report provided by snow.co.nz
HOWS THE SNOW TODAY?
Field:
Open
Road:
ChainsAll
Weather:
Sunny
Snow depth:
42cm - 52cm
Last fall:
27 July 2010 
Amount:
13
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