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Show Volume XV Issue IV The Ogden Valley news Page February 1, 2008 Valley Elementary Students Snowkiting Competition to RIP at Powder Mountain 2008 Superfly Prepare for “Serve to Save” Dinner Valley Elementary sixth grade students all while Dan Weldon entertains with an gearing up for their fourth annual astonishing variety of acoustic and electric Open February 8 – February 10 are Valley Elementary School “Serve to Save” guitar selections, picks a mean mandolin, When the “Google Guys” do anything, the world seems to take notice. Well, it’s a fact—Google’s founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page are avid Kite Surfers, which they happen to enjoy mostly in the Pacific Ocean of Northern California. Guillaume “Chasta” Chastagnol at Powder Mountain. Photo by Erin Smith. Kiteboarding is the generic term for any sport where a colorful kite is strapped to an athlete on surfboard, snowboard, skis, skateboard, etc. It’s one of the fastestgrowing adrenaline sports out there according to AARP! Those addicted to snow sports, or anyone who enjoys colorful displays of talent, will love watching or participating in the 2008 Superfly Snowkiting Competition at Powder Mountain from February 8 through February 10. If you’ve ever watched the colorful beauty of hot air balloons launching, imagine the basket on a pair of skis or a snowboard ripping across the horizon, and you’ll have some inkling of the intrigue of this sport. It’s colorful, it’s dynamic, and it’s COOL! Charge up your cameras and video recorders and head on up to Powder Mountain! This is the first time a competition of this type has been hosted in Northern Utah, and is testimony to Powder Mountain’s commitment to becoming Utah’s primo destination for Snowkiting. They are the only ski area in Utah that offers a specific day pass for snowkiters, which provides access to the Sunrise Poma lift that accesses ideal terrain and winds for Snowkiting. The Superfly Open is a perfect opportunity for those intrigued by the sport to enjoy introductory kite clinics and watch some of the best snowkiters in the world showcase their talent. Powder Mountain’s grooming team has been busy building some fantastic “snow features.” With over 12 feet of natu- ral snow so far this year, there’s plenty of snow to mold into some exciting features! Slide rails and boxes are being generously provided by event sponsors. Three categories of competition will be on display—Freestyle, Kitecross, and Big Air. There will also be timed challenges hosted by Ogden-based timepiece manufacturer Suunto, as well as clinics that are open to the public. Multi-evening festivities include a showing of the new movie Something Stronger, live music, dancing, “Best Girls” contest, dining, awards, and multi-media presentations from some of the greatest athletes in the sport. All the action takes place just south of the top of the Sunrise Poma lift in an area known as “The Towers” in the Hidden Lake area of Powder Mountain, which sits at an elevation of about 9,000 ft. The viewing area is wide and open so folks can cruise on over and take a break from skiing or riding to watch all the action, grab a burger, and enjoy the incredible backdrop of the entire Wasatch Range and Great Salt Lake. The event is sponsored by Powder Mountain, Best Snowkiting, Mountain Luxury Real Estate, Valley Lodging @ Wolf Creek Resort & Club, Rock Star, Ogden Valley Magazine, AA Professional Photography, and Ozone. Community supporters include Red Moose Lodge & Spa, Diamond Peak Mountain Sports, Alpine Pizza, Valley Market of Eden, Zions Bank, Ogden Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Boarder catching air. G.O.A.L. (Greater Ogden Athletic Foundat ion.) Contributing sponsors include Ogden Climbing Parks and The Kiteboarder Magazine. For more information, and the most up to date schedule, please go to <www. superflyopen.com> dinner! Plan on attending this great community event on March 3 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the school’s gymnasium. Come listen to and meet inspirational speaker Chad Hymas and enjoy music by singer/ songwriter Dan Weldon. Dine first class on a succulent meal compliment of 13 local restaurants. Door prizes will be offered courtesy of Diamond Peak, Extreme Clean, Dottie Beck’s, and more. It is sure to be a memorable evening for guests of all ages! Valley Elementary sixth grade students take the lead in addressing community relief efforts. Thanks to Red Rock Ranch, Alpine Pizza, Harley and Buck’s, Snowbasin, Valley Market, Jackson Fork, The Oaks, Gray Cliff, Timbermine, Eats of Eden, Wolf Creek, Yukon Grille, and The Greenery, your dinner will be an epicurean delight! Dine on delicious chicken, smoked prime rib, rice pilaf, grilled potatoes, tender veggies, Dutch-oven baked beans, Mormon muffins, breadsticks, and a selection of rich, premium ice cream— and supplies a steady backbeat courtesy of his foot-operated Porchboard. To reserve your ticket, you may stop by Valley Elementary, or send a check to the school in a sealed envelope along with a Valley student; your ticket can be held at the door. Make checks payable as a donation to St. Anne’s Shelter or to Primary Children’s Medical Center for $30 or more. First money received equals a meal ticket until tickets are gone. This is not just a 6th grade activity; students are asking for communitywide support. One hundred percent of your donation will go directly to these charitable organizations. There’s no overhead! Sixth grade students will gain a myriad of skills from their experience greeting dignitaries to leading the Pledge of Allegiance. They will decorate the gym, plan table layouts, learn to bus and wait tables, and come to know that even 12 year olds can make a great deal of good happen in the community. We hope to see you at Valley Elementary on March 3! The Flying Kangaroos are Back! Members of the Australian Women’s Aerial Team, The Flying Kangaroos, with Denzel Rowland, Snowbasin General Manager; and Mary Rowland, Snowbasin Director of Public Relations and Marketing. Slopeside at Powder Mountain $1,100,000 Ski-in-Ski-out custom log cabin. Nordic Valley - Unsurpassed Views! $379,000 Log home with 2.65 acres, 3 bedrooms, and lake views. Eden $329,000 NEw LISTINg! Mouth of Ogden Canyon $99,900 Perfect second home at Wolf Creek Resort. All one level living! Furnished two bedroom condo--carefree and ready to be your getaway! Doug Lythgoe 430-6465 Jamie Lythgoe (801) 430-6462 745-1500 Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. (801) 745-4600 |