POWDERFALL 2015-FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is Powderfall? Powderfall starts on Thursday, April 9, 2015, with onsite registration and the exhibit area opening at 4 p.m. The last clinics end Sunday, April 12, at noon.
Where is Powderfall? Powderfall will be held at the Canyons Resort in Park City, Utah. The Canyons Resort is the fifth-largest resort in North America. It is located in the Rocky Mountains and has a summit altitude of 9,990 feet and a base elevation of 6,800 feet. It is 40 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport via a convenient drive on Interstate 80. The Canyons is famous for over 3,000 vertical feet of terrain, and boasts an annual average snowfall of 355 inches. The Canyons also has 4,000 skiable acres with 21 lifts and 182 trails.
Is Powderfall the same as PEC? Powderfall combines the best items from PEC and adds to them. We brought the educational clinics from PEC and added NSP partner demos and booths with deals and new equipment, PSIA Demo Team (current and past) clinics, and amazing add-on options.
What add-ons are available?Add-ons are additional activities that are outside of Powderfall general registration costs but can be added at registration or booked separately. They are offered by companies linked on the Powderfall site. These items are unique experiences that registrants can enjoy at a great discount, including skiing clinics from PSIA Demo Team members, snowcat tours, heli skiing, an afternoon at the Utah Olympic Park, and more. Find out costs and more about each activity on the Powderfall site.
What clinics are available?Included with the Powderfall registration are clinics from each of the national programs. Powderfall includes clinics on OET (toboggan handling), MTR, Avalanche, OEC, Nordic, Instructor Development, recruitment, safety, a patrol director's round table, fundraising, and risk management. To learn more about all the offerings, visit the NSP Online Store to read the description on each session.
Are there challenges or competitions at Powderfall? Powderfall will include multiple events with a competition component to them. Registrants of all ages can compete in the Patroller Poker Five-Card Draw. Sign up at the registration booth and finish each of the challenges to win prizes, or finish all five to get poker cards and have a chance to win large prize packages. The Patroller Poker Five-Card Draw includes the Beacon Basin Bonanza, the Bamboo Toss, Hop Turn Hoopla, Snow Angel Challenge, and the Partner Trivia Pursuit. The Powderhound Scavenger Hunt is a separate event where groups of three follow clues, uncover secrets, and snap photos to win prizes and have a chance to win a huge grand prize. Sign up at the onsite registration booth Saturday and complete the hunt by 6:30 p.m. to win. For those looking to show off their toboggan skills, sign up for the Toboggan Obstacle Course session on Saturday for good laughs.
How do I register?Powderfall registration will be through the NSP Online Store. Visit the NSP Online Store and search for "Powderfall," place your registration in your cart, then add the clinics that you plan on attending. After you have added all the clinics and your registration into your cart, you can even add items from the store to your cart and pay for everything at one time.
How much is registration?Because Powderfall is at the Canyons Resort, the registration prices vary. They are:
· $279 for anyone 13 years or older who does not have a pass listed below and would like to ski. This registration will include a three-day lift ticket.
· $119 for children ages 5-12 who do not have a pass listed below and would like to ski. This registration will include a three-day lift ticket.
· $189 for anyone 13 years or older who has an Epic Local Pass, an Epic Pass, a Canyons Season Pass, or who does not want to ski.
· $35 for children ages 5-12 who have an Epic Local Pass, an Epic Pass, a Canyons Season Pass, or who do not want to ski.
What is included in registration?Powderfall registration includes the ability to attend all clinics*, the NSP Demo Days, all prize challenges (including the Powderhound Scavenger Hunt), a Dueter backpack filled with NSP partner free swag, three evening receptions, the Ramp Sports Party, two movie screenings, and camaraderie with fellow patrollers and their families from all around the country. (*Extra costs associated with the PSIA Demo Team clinics.)
Who can register?This year, not only can any patroller register and participate in Powderfall, but young adult patrollers, family members, and friends can register and participate in almost every activity.
Where do I stay?There are three different hotel options for Powderfall: The Grand Summit, the Sundial, and the Silverado. Each hotel has standard rooms as well as suites with one or two bedrooms that can sleep up to eight of your friends. All the hotels are within about 100 yards of each other, and guests can join all the Powderfall activities at the Grand Summit regardless of which hotel they stay at. All Powderfall clinics, receptions, and activities will be hosted by the Grand Summit, and on-hill clinics will meet just outside the Grand Summit.
Grand Summit
The Grand Summit is the height of luxury in Canyons Resort Village, offering ski-in, ski-out lodging with a fitness facility, sauna/steam room, a whirlpool, laundry facilities, and a general store that sells groceries. In-room amenities include a coffee maker, TV, down comforters, and a CD player/stereo. Choose a suite to get a gas fireplace and full kitchen. Standard rooms start at $129.
Silverado
Offering both individual hotel rooms and 1-3 bedroom suites near Canyons Resort Village, the Silverado offers mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, gas fireplaces, and coffee makers in all rooms. Suites include all that, plus DVD players, a full kitchen, and a washer/dryer. Standard rooms start at $109.
Sundial
The Sundial is located just steps from the Red Pine Gondola, and has newly renovated guest rooms, including hotel rooms, studios, and 1-2 bedroom suites, as well as a 24-hour fitness center. In-room amenities include a toaster, microwave, mini-fridge, washer/dryer, coffee maker, and more. Upgrade to a suite to get a full kitchen setup and gas fireplace. Standard rooms start at $119.
How do I book my hotel? To get the NSP Powderfall discount room rates, call 888-CANYONS (226-9667), or click the link below and use the following information and book by March 18, 2015. A deposit of one night is taken at the time of booking, and reservations must be cancelled 48 days prior to arrival avoid any penalty.
Group Name: 2015 National Ski Patrol-Powderfall
Group ID: CC0NSP
Click here for online reservations: https://be.genares.net/10527?NextPage=index&Nights=1&NumberOfRooms=1&NumberOfAdults=1&Currency=USD&ArrivalDate=2015-04-08&GroupCode=CC0NSP
What days are the discount room rates in effect? All three hotels are offering the hotel rates from April 5-14, so feel free to extend your stay and get a few extra days on the slopes.
Where can I get more information on the types of rooms and prices? Click on the following link to see the room options at each hotel, as well as prices: http://www.canyonsresort.com/plan-your-trip/lodging/lodging-all.aspx
What is "NSP Demo Days?"Take a break from the clinics and spend the entire day Friday or Saturday and try on the latest gear from NSP partners. Ever want to ski a run in a pair of boots before you buy them, or talk to a ski company rep about what ski will really be best for you and then go try it? NSP partners will have their 2015/2016 ski equipment for you to try before it even hits the stores in fall 2015. Try skis, snowboards, boots, poles, bindings, and even some soft goods and see what fits you best. There will be limited equipment from each company, and in order for all Powderfall attendees to have a chance to demo all the gear, you will be asked to only take each piece of equipment out for a few runs, or less than one hour. Participants are limited to those 16 and older.
Why should I visit the exhibits?Everyone likes a great deal, free stuff, and wants to be "in the know." Come to the Grand Summit Kokopelli Ballroom each afternoon and visit NSP Partner Booths for amazing deals on gear, free giveaways, and to talk with NSP partner companies about what they offer on the NSP Pro Deals Page and NSP Online Store. Fill out a Powderfall Partner Card to enter into evening raffles.
Registration only includes evening receptions; what about other meals?Powderfall registration includes three evening receptions that will have food and drinks. The Ramp Sports evening on Saturday will also have food and beer sponsored by Red Rock Brewery (a local favorite). For breakfast and lunch, Powderfall attendees have the opportunity to save money and book rooms with suites that provide a full kitchen, or eat at one of the six different restaurants at the hotels or take a drive to Kimball Junction or Park City for some amazing restaurants.
Should I bring my own ski equipment?It is entirely up to you. The NSP Demo Days will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day for you to try out different companies' ski equipment; however, you will not be able to use NSP partner demo gear to attend clinics. There will be limited equipment from each company, and in order for all Powderfall attendees to have a chance to demo all the gear, you will be asked to only take each piece of equipment out for a few runs, or less than one hour. However, Canyons does have a great selection of current ski equipment, and as part of the Powderfall registration package, registrants receive a 15 percent discount on all rental equipment.
Where should I fly into?The best option is to fly into Salt Lake City International Airport, which. has dozens of nonstop flights from over 70 cities arriving daily.
How far is Salt Lake City Airport to the Canyons?The Canyons is just a short 35 minute drive from SLC airport. Here are the turn-by-turn directions:
- From the airport, take I-80 East through Salt Lake City. (I-80 merges with I-15.)
- Follow I-80 East through Parley's Canyon for about 15-20 minutes.
- Take Exit 145, Kimball Junction/Park City.
- This exit is the main road that enters Park City and Canyons Resort. You will be on SR-224.
- Follow 224 for 2 miles from the exit and take a right at the stoplight onto Canyons Resort Drive.
- Continue a short distance up to Canyons Resort.
What are the transportation options from Salt Lake City Airport to the Canyons?The Canyons Resort does not offer a free shuttle; however, the NSP has arranged the following companies to offer discounts. Please book your transportation in advance to receive a discount.
The SLC airport also has many car rental companies, including Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. All are onsite and within walking distance of short-term parking on the ground floor across from the terminal.
Tell me about the lift ticket I get with registration?The lift ticket can be used on three out of four days starting April 9 and ending April 12. It is not only good at the Canyons Resort, but also at Park City Mountain Resort (about a 30-minute drive). At registration, you can book additional days for lift tickets. Purchase a fourth day for $55, or a fourth and fifth day for $85. Please note that once a ticket has been scanned, no refund is available for any unused portion of a multiple-day lift ticket. Tickets onsite at the ticket window are over $100.
I want to come early and ski more days; what are my options?Registrants can come early and ski extra days on their own, or with the add-on ski days at registration. Just add the additional days you would like to purchase to your registration and pick them up onsite starting in the evening on Monday, April 5.
I want to stay late and ski more days; what are my options? The Canyons Resort is closing on Sunday, April 12, so that will be your last chance to ski there. However, Park City Mountain Resort will still be open, so you can head there to carve some turns.
Should I bring my kids?Patrollers are welcome to bring their kids, and there are many options for them. The Utah Olympic Park on Thursday afternoon has specific courses designed for kids around 5 and up and a playground for even younger kids. The Canyons has kids ski lessons, and the Grand Summit has a childcare center open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day for children 6 weeks to 24 months, and ski programs for those 2 years old and up. Reservations for one of the four different childcare programs can be made at 435-615-8036, or by emailing daycare@canyonsresort.com
Does the Canyons offer children's lessons?Yes, the Canyons offers lessons for kids ages 4-12. Lessons can be booked as private or a small group, and Powderfall guests receive a 15 discount off list price.
Is there an onsite Spa?Yes, the Grand Summit Hotel has an onsite spa offering everything from massages to nails. Spend an hour or half the day dedicated to sending you worlds away from your stress, aches, and worries at 10 percent off for Powderfall guests.
Is there WiFi?Yes, there is complementary WiFi in all hotel rooms and the meeting rooms.
Sell me on it; why should I go?Come experience amazing skiing at a huge discount, make a trip with other patrollers from around the country and your own hill, bring your family, and enjoy all that Park City, the Canyons, and NSP has to offer. Learn at one of the educational clinics, try on equipment from NSP partners so you know what to buy in 2015, get amazing deals on 2014 gear, and just enjoy an end-of-year celebration to be remembered for years.