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Aug 21
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Ben Lomond Junior Races and Inter Schools Event 24 August 2019

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Instructions and information for Parents and or Guardians who are registering competitors are below:

  • All Competitors are required to be registered on Snowracer and have an active SnowID number https://www.snowracer.com.au/registration/ PLEASE NOTE All individuals need to “ReRegister” for each calendar year to be covered and reactivate their Snow ID
  • Once your SnowID has been reactivated, head to www.benlomondjuniorraces.org to formally enter the competition.
  • Competitors must wear a helmet and be able to maintain a snow plow to be eligible to enter
  • Competitors must wear a bib to access lifts and attend the race area. Whilst the races are underway competitors are able to access the lifts free of charge thanks to the support of Alpine Enterprises.
  • Competitors will be allowed two runs which will count toward their age division result as well as a school result should an individual be listed as competing in this too.
  • In the event that a Gate is missed a competitor’s time will be penalised by 5 seconds per gate. (Please note that this does not disqualify a competitor from attaining a finishing time
  • Assistance on the race course:
    • Physically intervening and assisting competitors on the course will result in them rec attaining a finishing time however all entrants will receive a certificate of participation.
    • Parents of Guardians choosing to shadow a competitor down the course are reminded to avoid the racing line and limiting snow plowing which will damage the courses integrity.
  • Interschool
    • Competitors will need to nominate their team (3 individuals per team) at the registration hut. 
    • Competitors who have nominated a school and do not select a team but have 3 competitors will be assigned a team
    • Competitors who don’t have enough numbers to form a team will not be listed to compete in the schools results unless they otherwise identify a proposed combined team.
    • Fastest combined time of the best two skiers in each team are added together to give a ‘school total combined time’
    • The team with the lowest total combined time win the shield for the school they represent
    • The Shield will remain on the mountain as a historic article of the Northern Tasmania Alpine Club
Aug 13
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Ben Lomond Junior Races and School Races Competition Postponed until 24 August 2019

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Please be advised that the race committee led by Will Gordon as Race Director have made the decision to postpone the planned Ben Lomond Junior Races and School Races competition from this Saturday 17 August to the following Saturday 24 August 2019.
The decision has been made on a joint consensus basis with information gathered across the weekend on current conditions and working with schools supporting attendance at the event. The limited snow base and capacity to set a course upcoming weather and the hope of better conditions and snowfalls in the coming 10 days has formed the core basis for the decision.

Thank you for your understanding and patience at this time. Any questions or queries can be directed to Adrian Beswick, Vice President to benlomondcommittee@gmail.com or phone 0438 253 111

Jul 12
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Forecast makes for a great trip to the snow, more snow in sight!

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With the next 4 days forecast to be light winds and frosty starts to the day at Ben Lomond it makes for a perfect opportunity to bring your family up for a snow adventure during the school holidays.

Try skiing or snowboarding for the first time, catch a lift and enjoy gravity do its thing as it pushes you down the slope! Not your cup of tea? There is always that ever elusive snowman to build or a toboggan

Further snow falls are expected the beginning of next week to top up the cover and hopefully allow life company Alpine Enterprises to open up some more of the mountain for downhill skiing and boarding.

Stay tuned in for more updates across our social media networks inlcuding Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

Jul 08
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Mountain Update – Lifts are go on Ben Lomond this morning

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Good morning snow goers. This morning Alpine Enterprises have confirmed there will be two lifts operating today on their morning snow report. Thanks also to Alpine Enterprises for today’s feature image looking towards Bass Lift.

Parks and wildlife have confirmed that 2wd vehicles will be required to fit chains this morning as the road is icy so obey the signage and follow directions of your Parks team.

 

For more information check out the website www.benlomond.org.au.

Feb 14
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Ben Lomond Committee – State Goverment Funding Pledge

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I’m pleased to let Ben Lomond Committee members and the broader Ben Lomond community know that we have today received from Will Hodgman written confirmation that ‘a re-elected Liberal Government will provide support of $60,000 to the Ben Lomond Committee to assist with improving the water supply for the Ben Lomond Ski Fields’.

This is tremendous news and recognition of the need and benefits of an increased water supply for the Ben Lomond village and ski slopes. This election commitment is the result of the BLC Submission to Government in October 2017 – with priorities discussed and determined at BLC meetings in 2017. Our submission was based upon recommendations arising from the 2015 Ben Lomond Feasibility Study (part funded by the BLC).

Subject to the election outcome, the existing village dam will be refurbished (dealing with the silt issue) and hydrological studies undertaken to permit expanded snow making. There is also scope to upgrade some of the pipe infrastructure.

The BLC will continue to advocate for more spending on the Ben Lomond Ski Field and we acknowledge the increased awareness across government of Ben Lomond’s potential(Parks & Wildlife Service, State Growth, Tourism Northern Tasmania, Northern Midlands Council).

Tony Gray
President
Ben Lomond Committee

Sep 28
1

Snows still here people!

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If your at a loose end for the beginning of the school holidays don’t forget that there is still plenty of snow up here for everyone to have some fun in. With snow forecast Friday to 1100m and Saturday to 500m ASL this should top off what is a great cover across the mountain.

Perfect for all the kids so pack your toboggans and come have some fun. BYO food, drink and transport.

As there is limited resident traffic on the mountain and its out of the snow season chains aren’t officially required. Despite this please note that should conditions suggest that your vehicle isn’t safe to proceed above the snow line… DONT. Looking for somewhere to hire chains? Check out Auto Barn or ARB in Launceston.

For more information on current conditions see the webcam page.

Sep 17
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Blue bird Sunday, a perfect way to close off the ski season.

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What a start to our Closing day for Season 2017!! Snow showers yesterday afternoon followed by a dusting of fresh SE snow last night.
Conditions are lovely this morning, clear and sunny, light winds and currently -4.1. Today lifts operatong across the whole mountain with Bass, Village, Fannies, Bills and Summit with Giblin on standby.
Thanks to all, and see you next year!!

Don’t forget, there is extensive snow remaining across the whole mountain for snow play, tobogganing and cross country skiing. Ben Lomond Snow Sports will be open until at least Tuesday. More information to follow.

ROAD CONDITIONS –Road open and clear to the village. ALL vehicles proceeding past the park registration area must carry chains and fit them where directed. Drive to the conditions and keep a sensible distance between cars. Please follow the directions of the Parks Rangers. If you are driving a car you not only need to have chains, you need to know how to fit them and how to drive your car whist they are on. For more information on chains visit the snowsafe website!

Gear Hire and Cafe (Ben Lomond Snow Sports) are open 7 days from 9am to 4:30pm have all your hire needs covered right at the doorstep to the snow. This means no lugging your gear up from the car park, no mess, no stress and most importantly no worries. They have everything from clothing through to toboggans, skis, snowboards, boots, poles, snow shoes and lessons with qualified instructors! Pop in for a bite to eat for some great hot food and drink options from their café just off the snow or try one of their to die for hot chocolates and get it out of the cold. For more information about Ben Lomond Snow Sports hire options visit the hire page on our website.

Sep 15
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Friday snow day

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Currently -0.5, high cloud, moderate but gusty NW winds. Good Spring snow cover on all slopes. Snow flurries now. Summit, Village and Bass with Fannies on standby for afternoon.

ROAD CONDITIONS –Road open and clear to the village. ALL vehicles proceeding past the park registration area must carry chains and fit them where directed. Drive to the conditions and keep a sensible distance between cars. Please follow the directions of the Parks Rangers. If you are driving a car you not only need to have chains, you need to know how to fit them and how to drive your car whist they are on. For more information on chains visit the snowsafe website!

Gear Hire and Cafe (Ben Lomond Snow Sports) are open 7 days from 9am to 4:30pm have all your hire needs covered right at the doorstep to the snow. This means no lugging your gear up from the car park, no mess, no stress and most importantly no worries. They have everything from clothing through to toboggans, skis, snowboards, boots, poles, snow shoes and lessons with qualified instructors! Pop in for a bite to eat for some great hot food and drink options from their café just off the snow or try one of their to die for hot chocolates and get it out of the cold. For more information about Ben Lomond Snow Sports hire options visit the hire page on our website.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Alpine Enterprises have confirmed operations will continue until the end of Sunday 17 September 2017. Now is the time to plan your last snow trip of the year if your wanting to ride the lifts and enjoy some great spring snow conditions. Read More

Sep 14
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The sun is up, its time to play

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Light snow falls yesterday. Currently -4.1, moderate but gusty NW winds, light cloud rising.
Village Bass Summit and Fannies, Bills on stand by for afternoon.

Possibly the nicest day in our last midweek of spring skiing,boarding.

ROAD CONDITIONS –Road open and clear to the village with some ice patches. ALL vehicles proceeding past the park registration area must carry chains and fit them where directed. Drive to the conditions and keep a sensible distance between cars. Please follow the directions of the Parks Rangers. If you are driving a car you not only need to have chains, you need to know how to fit them and how to drive your car whist they are on. For more information on chains visit the snowsafe website!

Gear Hire and Cafe (Ben Lomond Snow Sports) are open 7 days from 9am to 4:30pm have all your hire needs covered right at the doorstep to the snow. This means no lugging your gear up from the car park, no mess, no stress and most importantly no worries. They have everything from clothing through to toboggans, skis, snowboards, boots, poles, snow shoes and lessons with qualified instructors! Pop in for a bite to eat for some great hot food and drink options from their café just off the snow or try one of their to die for hot chocolates and get it out of the cold. For more information about Ben Lomond Snow Sports hire options visit the hire page on our website.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Alpine Enterprises have confirmed operations will continue until the end of Sunday 17 September 2017. Now is the time to plan your last snow trip of the year if your wanting to ride the lifts and enjoy some great spring snow conditions.

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