Alpine dueling, a milestone birthday & Bobcat Ski Day hit Bridger slopes
Perhaps a little slopeside competition to keep ski season interesting? Bridger Bowl is set to begin its 2020 Community Dual GS Series, open to citizen racers of all ages and boards – alpine skis, tele skis, or snowboards. Compete against your friends! Take one run on the blue course and one run on the red course. Best of two timed runs. Upcoming races are set for January 4th, 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th. A bonus race, the Spring Equinox GS, will take place March 15th. A 10am registration deadline precedes course inspection at 11am and race time from noon–2pm. Awards to follow in Jim Bridger Lodge at 4pm with fantastic door prizes. Competitors are granted entry into the March 15th Grand Prize Drawing.
Cost is $15 per event or $80 for the series, on the first event day only. Prior to race day, sign up online with a credit card or in the Marketing Office in Jim Bridger Lodge with cash, check or credit card. Race Day Registration also takes place in Jim Bridger Lodge, from 8:30–10am. Signature of a parent or legal guardian is required for those under the age of 18.
Bridger marks its 65th Birthday on Friday, January 10th with celebratory discounts – $30 lift tickets and group lessons! Lift ticket rate for carpoolers only and lesson reservations required by calling (406) 556-5662. Season pass holders receive a 15% discount on food with voucher. Live music by Ski Bums and beer promotion with Montucky Cold Snacks at lunch in Deer Park Chalet. Free birthday cake while supplies last!
MSU Bobcat Ski Day is back on Friday, January 17th! On this special discount day, carpools of three or more qualify for $30 lift tickets. Bridger donates $5 of every ticket sold to the MSU Bobcat Alpine Ski Team. Carpooling season pass holders will also receive a 15% discount on food with voucher. Head up the hill – and feel free to sport your blue and gold!
Bridger Bowl operates a FREE ski bus service to and from the mountain, with multiple pick-up times daily. Operating on Saturday and Sunday only, the Weekend Bus picks up at MSU’s Strand Union Building and the Gallatin County Fairgrounds (Oak St. Entrance) throughout the entire ski season. Additionally, a special Holiday Bus will be in service through Jan. 3rd. This bus will also pick up at the SUB and Fairgrounds. Please see website for detailed route schedules.
The ski area is located on the east slope of the Bridger Mountain Range. For season pass information, bus schedules and upcoming event details, visit www.bridgerbowl.com. •
