April 26, 2013

Unbelievable!  Only word to describe conditions and being open for skiing and snowboarding on April 27.  Not just open, but 11 of 17 trails open on the front side of the mountain, serviced by Snowshoe Chairlift and Bunny Rope Tow.  Lifts will operate 9-4:00 Saturday and tickets are $25.00.  It seems like just yesterday I said " SKI BRULE IS OPEN FOR 2012/13" but it was November 2 .. one more week and it will be 6 months of snow!  Been wishing for a season like the one we are having!

Stay tuned in May for the best deals on lodging and tickets for the 2013/14 season.   The specials will be announced on Facebook and at www.skibrule.com .... a little bird told me something about $21 advanced lift tickets and 2006 lodging rates .... !
 

~Still Thinking Snow!
Jess

April 21, 2013

What a marvulous day yesterday!  Blue sky, winter temps, perfect  snow and good friends!  It certainly doesn't look like spring.  We're open today 9-4:00 and closed midweek.  Ski Brule anticipates opening next weekend (depending on mother nature).

 ~ Still thinking snow!
Jess

April 14, 2013

It is just about as good as it gets today!  Sunshine, amazing snow and it's April 14.  I've never seen February conditions in April!  Lifts will operate 9-4:00 today and Ski Brule will be closed for snowsports Monday through Thursday and reopen for Friday, Saturday and Sunday (April 19, 20 & 21).  Tickets are $25.00

A video of my drive in to work today ... just to show you that it really does look like February!

 ~ Still thinking snow!
Jess

April 8, 2013

What a great week!  More snow, lots of friends visiting and the ACROBAG.  Thanks for the fun!

We're still skiing & snowboarding on the best snow in the Midwest.  Can you believe we received 4" of new snow on Saturday?  Loving it!  This week lifts will operate daily 9-4:00 on Maple Syrup, Timber Doodle, Sunrise, Otterslide, Whitewater, Big Bear, Log Jam, Rapids, Bunny, Bambi and Gentle Ben.  The Homestead side of mountain and Homestead Lodge are closed for the season.  Night skiing & snowboarding is closed for the season.  Tickets are $25 daily. 
~ See you at lift start
Jess

April 8, 2013

What a great week! More snow, lots of friends visiting and the ACROBAG. Thanks for the fun!

We're still skiing & snowboarding on the best snow in the Midwest. Can you believe we received 4" of new snow on Saturday? Loving it! This week lifts will operate daily 9-4:00 on Maple Syrup, Timber Doodle, Sunrise, Otterslide, Whitewater, Big Bear, Log Jam, Rapids, Bunny, Bambi and Gentle Ben. The Homestead side of mountain and Homestead Lodge are closed for the season. Night skiing & snowboarding is closed for the season. Tickets are $25 daily.
~ See you at lift start
Jess



April 1, 2013

It's no April fools joke ... Ski Brule is 100% open and we received 6" snow on Saturday, another 3" on Sunday and 3 more inches today! Ignore what the calendar says because it certainly doesn't look like April at Ski Brule. High today of 23 degrees but that didn't stop this crew from one spring break swimsuit run ... yes, they quickly skied to the cafe for a hot chocolate!



The snow is outstanding and the April deals are great! $25 Lift Tickets everyday, $60 Carload Days on April 7 & Acrobag at Ski Brule April 3-7. Play your visit today 800-362-7853.

~ Thinking Snow!
Jess


March 28, 2013

We are THRILLED! The Acrobag Progression Tour is heading to Ski Brule April 3-7! What is it? It's the best way to learn how to do that trick you've always wanted to try but were too afraid of how bad it would hurt if you landed wrong. This is how Olympians learn their secret weapon to win gold! How do you get involved? Easy, visit Ski Brule April 3-7 and pay $5/jump or $25/day unlimited jumps and video (plus your lift ticket). Not interested in learning go go big? But looking for a thrill? Take a tube over the jump and into the Acrobag. And the icing on the cake is $25 lift ticket special every day at Ski Brule in April!.

~Think Snow!
Jess

 

March 26, 2013

I know the calendar says it's 'Spring Break' but it certainly doesn't feel like it! Definately winter at Ski Brule! 17 of 17 Trails open, cross country trails open, snowshoe trails open and snowmobile trails open. It's still a winter wonderland! Conditions are amazing and the deals are too! This week 1/2 price tickets Wednesday, $5 Off Thursday, $10 Off with your college ID and starting Monday ... tickets are $25 everyday! Plus you can stay and play for only $30 per person, per night! That's right $30 includes a daily ticket and a nights lodging. Call 800-362-7853 for complete details and reservations.

~Thinking Snow!
Jess

March 20, 2013

First day of spring? Sure doesn't look like it outside my door. Been snowing since Sunday and more snow is on the way. I don't recall better snow conditions in all the year's I've been a part of Ski Brule. Trail conditions are OUTSTANDING and there are many ways to save over the next month. April 7 is $60 carload day .. pay $60 and EVERYONE in your car will receive a lift ticket. April $30 Lift & Lodging special includes a night lodging and a day lift ticket for only $30/person. This coming weekend is Brule Bash ... filled with fun and tickets are 1/2 OFF when you ski or ride in full costume. Tickets are 1/2 off on Wednesday with your Friends & Neighbors card too! We've all been wishing for conditions like we have now ... it's time to get out and enjoy! Snowsports will be available well into April at Ski Brule. Did you know Ski Brule's record closing date was May 15? I'm starting to wonder if we might just beat that record this year!

~Loving The Snow
Jess

Brule Bash Saturday

Costume ½ Price Ticket Available ONLY at Guest Services.

9-4:00 Treasure Hunt – First Clue “highest level of care” – first one to turn in all the clues wins a season pass!
Bambi Trail Fun!
FREE Sled Dog Rides, Moonbounce, Cotton Candy, Petting Zoo!
10:30 Penguin Race, Whitewater Tubing Park
11:30 Tug Of War, Bambi Trail
12:30 Potato Sack Race, Bunny Trail
1:15 Super NASTAR, Whitewater Trail. Register at Guest Services $5/2 runs
1-3:00 Whitewater Snow Tubing, $5/5runs
2:00 Silly Slalom, Bambi Trail
3:30 Costume Contest, Meet at top of Bunny Trail for Costume Parade
4:30-8:30 Night Skiing
5-8:00 Homestead BBQ, Tubing, Sleigh
7-11:00 Karaoke, Brule Saloon
8:00 Minute to Win It, Brule Saloon
9:00 Torchlight Parade

Brule Bash Sunday

Costume ½ Price Ticket Available ONLY at Guest Services.

9-4:00 Treasure Hunt – First Clue “highest level of care” – first one to turn in all the clues wins a season pass!
Bambi Trail Fun! FREE Sled Dog Rides, Moonbounce, Cotton Candy, Petting Zoo!

10:30 Egg Toss, Bambi Trail
11:30 Pie Eating Contest, Bambi Trail
12:30 Oreo Cookie Challenge, Bambi Trail
1:15 Radar Run NASTAR – Guess Your Time & Fastest Time
1-3:00 Whitewater Snow Tubing
3:00 Costume Contest, Meet at top of Bunny Trail for Costume Parade

March 20, 2013

First day of spring? Sure doesn't look like it outside my door. Been snowing since Sunday and more snow is on the way. I don't recall better snow conditions in all the year's I've been a part of Ski Brule. Trail conditions are OUTSTANDING and there are many ways to save over the next month. April 7 is $60 carload day .. pay $60 and EVERYONE in your car will receive a lift ticket. April $30 Lift & Lodging special includes a night lodging and a day lift ticket for only $30/person. This coming weekend is Brule Bash ... filled with fun and tickets are 1/2 OFF when you ski or ride in full costume. Tickets are 1/2 off on Wednesday with your Friends & Neighbors card too! We've all been wishing for conditions like we have now ... it's time to get out and enjoy! Snowsports will be available well into April at Ski Brule. Did you know Ski Brule's record closing date was May 15? I'm starting to wonder if we might just beat that record this year!

~Loving The Snow
Jess

March 12, 2013

12 Inches of snow in last 24 hours and it's still snowing! I received a call yesterday from a newspaper writing about the spring winding down of ski season. I laughed (politely of course) and said "Spring? Winding down of the season? Not at Ski Brule. We're just getting started!" And that's the truth! March means tons of snow, great temperatures and sunshine. Forecast calls for temps in the low 30's over the next week. It certainly doesn't get much better than this. I heard that Green Bay south to Chicago received a ton of rain the past several days and I'm so happy it stayed away from Ski Brule. So now we're into the "no matter what it looks like in your backyard, you can count on fabulous conditions at Ski Brule".

Upcoming Events & Specials:

This weekend is CMSC Carnival l complete with games, prizes and slush cup! Then break out your costume March 23-24 for Ski Brule signature event Brule Bash! 1/2 Price tickets when you ski or ride in costume. Events all weekend including FREE sled dog rides, moon bounce, petting zoo, slush cup and daily costume contest winner receives a 2013/14 season pass! Then it's Easter Weekend! Hard to believe Easter weekend is only a couple weeks away. 1/2 Price tickets Easter Weekend when in bunny ears or bonnet, Sunday Easter Brunch, find the golden egg on the mountain and win a season pass plus more fun all weekend! April 1-7 is Friends & Neighbors Week with discounts all week long!

The Deals!
March 18-Apr 7 is the Spring Break Special at Ski Brule! Save $25/person/night off your lift and lodging!
April 1-4 is $30 Lift & Lodging Special at Ski Brule! Pay $30/person/night and receive one night lodging and one day lift ticket! Call 800-362-7853 for details and to book.
April 7 is $60 Carload Day! Pay $60 and EVERYONE in your car will receive a lift ticket!

It's too good to stay inside ... I'm out of here!
~Jess

March 6, 2013

I skied yesterday with my dogs and I'm still smiling! Thanks to their 'Snow Dance', big fluffy flakes are coming down! Looking forward to night session tonight so I can make more turns!

March brings the best time of the year for snowsports. Tons of snow, sunshine, great temps and a month filled with fun at Ski Brule. This weekend is the Children's USSA Ski Race. Certainly one of my favorite weekends of the year. It's amazing to watch these young athletes compete for the Championship title. March 15-17 is the CMSC Winter Carnival. Our friends from the Chicagoland area will arrive Friday night for a weekend of events including penguin races, silly slalom, radar races, pie eating contest, Saturday night dance party and more. There's still time to join the fun, call 800-362-7853 and ask for the CMSC Carnival Weekend package which is $230/person and includes 2 nights lodging, 2 day ticket, 2 breakfast, Homestead BBQ dinner, costume contest, sleigh ride and weekend events. The Carnival also features a slush cup! March 18-Apr 7 is the Spring Break Special at Ski Brule. Receive a $25 discount per person, per night on your lift and lodging. Ski Brule's signature eventBrule Bash is March 23-24 and tickets are 1/2 off with costume, events all weekend, moonbounce, petting zoo, sled dog rides and costume contest daily! Too much fun to miss! Plan your trip today 800-362-7853.

You asked for it ... $60 Carload Days April 7. Pay $60 and EVERYONE in your car will receive a lift ticket!

~Loving the Snow!
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

March 5, 2013

It's almost here, it's almost here, it's almost here!!! You ask what? My favorite kids race of the year!! I look forward all season long to the USSA Championships at Ski Brule. It's two days of fun .. moonbounce, cotton candy, petting zoo, tubing, pizza party, awards, tons of awards and raffles, race photos and yes, the best racing anywhere! These kids are really amazing, not to mention a ton of fun. This race is all about the kids and family fun! Cannot wait til race day!! Still time to register USSA Championship Children's Race,
~Loving The Snow
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

March 3, 2013
Hi Jess,
What an amazing weekend! It was so much fun to be up there with friends and family. Our lodge was perfect and the events at the hill were a blast! Not to mention perfect weather and awesome snow conditions. Thanks again to the whole crew at Ski Brule for making the entire stay unforgettable!!
~Marc A.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

February 21, 2013

FABULOUS conditions! WOW! The snow is better than ever and temps in the high 20's make this weekend picture perfect! It's Boy Scout & Family day this Saturday. 220 Boy scouts will be on the slopes (and in classroom) to earn their winter merit badge. The Scouts & families are also tubing throughout the day and with 500+ Scouts & family ... Whitewater Snow Tubing will be utilized for the Scout day and Whitewater Snow Tubing will be available to you on Sunday.

Saturday fun filled day includes NASTAR 1:15, Karaoke at Brule Saloon 7-11, Homestead BBQ, Tubing & Sleigh Ride 5-8:00, Torchlight Parade 9:00, Night Session (your day pass is also valid for the night session) 4:30-8:30 PLUS 3-6" of new snow everyday this week equals a 'can't miss' weekend. See you soon!

~Loving The Snow
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

February 14, 2013

Home sweet home! Quick trip to Madison this week for the buying show. Not too much snow in the South, thankfully we have it all! The snowmobile trails and cross country trails are picture perfect!

WOW! Colors are amazing and I can't wait for the orders to arrive at the Bear's Den this fall. But it's always great to get back home and even better with home is covered with fresh snow from this week.

What are your plans for this Valentines Day? Several sweethearts have decided to make trip to Ski Brule for Valentines Day. Me? I'm hitting the slopes .. there's no greater love than my love of the slopes with my pups alongside.

Happy Valentines Day XXOO
~Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

February 11, 2013

What a fabulous weekend! Tons of snow, lots of great friends, Acrobag, Karaoke and more. It was just too much fun! And now I'm headed to Madison for this midweek to pick out new gear and wear for the Bear's Den Pro Shop. It's like Christmas shopping but I don't have to pay the bill! LOL! I need a new snowboard and skis this year so yes, I'll be doing a bit of shopping for myself.

This Tuesday Ventures Ski Club will visit so the Big Bear Chairlift will operate on Tuesday! Wednesday means Friends & Neighbors 1/2 Price tickets and Monday/Tuesday/Thursday is $5 Off tickets. February is the BEST time to get out and enjoy the snow.

See you on Friday!
~ Thinking Snow
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

February 5, 2013

Fabulous snow, great temperatures, Saturday night Karaoke, Homestead BBQ, Tubing, Sleigh Ride & Whitewater Snow Tubing may have gotten you thinking about heading to Ski Brule for the weekend ... then you find out that the AcroBag Progression Tour is making a stop at Ski Brule this weekend! That seals the deal... time to head north!!

~ Loving the Snow
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

February 2, 2013

Those of you that stayed home because the weather man said 'don't go outside' certainly missed out! The slopes were AMAZING today! No wind, glorious sunshine and fabulous snow. And temps in the teens. Today Ski Brule hosted the Rhineland Ski & Snowboard meet. Great racing athletes!

The words "YES" made today very special for two 'Brulers' Sarah & Kevin. It's a sweet story of love that began at Ski Brule. Ski Brule was their first real date, the first "I love you" and earlier this month Kevin contacted me to take photos of he & Sarah when he asked her to spend the rest of her life with him. Of course I quickly agreed and can't think of a more beautiful setting than his choice of Timber Doodle (which is their favorite trail). So I enlisted the help of a Ski Brule Patroller and off we went to video and take photographs of the proposal today at 2:00 today. The sounds of "stop my boot is bothering me" was quickly followed by dropping to one knee and a lifelong promise of love. Thank you Kevin for including me in this special day. Best Wishes Sarah & Kevin! See you at the BBQ tonight! We'll dedicate tonight's torchlight parade to the two of you!

~ Loving My Job!
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

January 29, 2013

Rain, Rain Stay Away! That's right ... keep your rain south or north of Ski Brule! We don't want it at Ski Brule. Thank goodness that dirty four letter word isn't falling at Ski Brule. And more snow is on the way. Just in time for the Super Bowl weekend at Ski Brule. Four Pioneer Lodge Condos are available and when you stay 2 nights, your third night is FREE! Super Bowl party in the Brule Saloon too! Photo below are two riders loving life at Ski Brule today!

This week is Teacher Appreciation week followed by Scrubs Week. Discounts on tickets and lodging packages with school employment ID or medical field work ID.

NEW this year at Ski Brule! USASA Snowboard Competition Feb 8-10.

Friday, February 8
Specialty Camp with Pro Snowboarder
This is an Elite Team activity but we may have 5 spots available depending on what the Coach says.
We will do this during the day on Friday so group coaching Friday night is optional for Elite Team Athletes.

USASA Group Coaching: 6:00pm to 8:00pm
This is open to all USASA Athletes you must preregister and prepay here: http://ragingusasa.appointy.com

USASA Rail Jam: 8:00pm to 9:00pm

Saturday, February 9
Slopestyle, Slalom, Giant Slalom: 9:00am to 4:00pm
On Site Registration from 9am-10am
10:30 AM Riders Meeting
11:00 AM Slopestyle Start Time
4:00 PM Awards
If you've never competed in USASA before you can try 2 Events for $31 through the weekend. First event is $30 Second Event is $1

If you've never competed in USASA before and you PREREGISTER you can try 2 Events for $26 through the weekend. First event is $25 Second Event is $1

Register here: http://www.ragingbuffalousasa.com/register

Sunday, February 10
BoarderCross / SkierCross: 9:00am to 1:00pm
On Site Registration from 9am-10am
10:30 AM Riders Meeting
11:00 AM BoarderCross Start Time
1:00 PM Awards

If you've never competed in USASA before you can try 2 Events for $31 through the weekend. First event is $30 Second Event is $1

If you've never competed in USASA before and you PREREGISTER you can try 2 Events for $26 through the weekend. First event is $25 Second Event is $1

Register here: http://www.ragingbuffalousasa.com/register

~ Thinking Snow!
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

January 28, 2013

Another 6" of snow fell overnight and I almost (but didn't) feel guilty taking the t-bar up before normal lift start to ensure first tracks while my co-workers were busily working to remove the snow from the parking lots to let you in. It certainly was a rough ride to work but worth the extra time. Funny ... it snow and everyone shows up for work early at a ski area because we're all racing to get the first powder run. I am proud to say my dogs & I got first tracks today! I think they love the snow as much as me!!

~Loving Life!
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

January 25, 2013

Amazing! 8" Fresh powder, more on the way! Unbelievable day at Ski Brule! And tomorrow will be even better!

NEW Event Information:
Scout & Family Day At Ski Brule February 23. Scouts and families save over 60% on ticket, meal & rental packages. Advanced registration required (Feb 18). Click here for information and registration forms.

A personal favorite event of mine ... USSA Central Finale Race on March 9-11. Registration form and information is now available.

~ Thinking Snow!
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

January 22, 2013

Sunshine & Snow! Can't think of a better combination! Wait .. yes I can ... Sunshine, Snow and 1/2 Price Lodging!!! That's right half price lodging this Saturday at Pioneer Lodge when you stay two nights. Call 800-362-7853 to reserve before they're gone.

~ Thinking Snow
Jess
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

January 20, 2013

Let's Play! I am sooooo tired of listening to the weather man talk about the doom and gloom weather report. "Don't go outside because you are going to freeze" .. really? With today's technology there's no reason to be cold on the slopes when the temps are in the teens. I chuckled answering the phone when the caller asked 'are you going to even open today?' Of course we are .. it's beautiful out ... sunshine, no wind and 10 degrees. It's a great day to be on snow! Heading for the slopes now... see ya at lift close.

~ Thinking Snow
Jess

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

January 18, 2013

Let It Snow, Let It Snow! 4 Inches have fallen so far and it's more is on the way. It's a glorious winter wonderland! Can't wait to go night snowboarding tonight with my niece and sister from Chicagoland. They packed up and headed north this morning with the forecast of snow for the weekend. I have our weekend of fun already planned ... tonight night snowboarding and dinner at Hillside Dining (Jamaican Chicken Wraps), they get to snowboard (while I work), Whitewater Snow Tubing, NASTAR followed by a sleigh ride to the Homestead BBQ for more tubing at Homestead Lodge. And if they can keep their eyes open, Karaoke in Brule saloon and torchlight parade. Then get up on Sunday morning and do it all again! Life is great!
~ Thinking Snow
Jess

January 11, 2013

It's not raining, it's not raining, it's not raining! We're enjoying the empty slopes today at Ski Brule on all 17 of 17 trails. Winter will return tomorrow, just in time for $60 Carload Days this Saturday and Sunday!
~ Thinking Snow
Jess

January 10, 2013

What a day ahead! Sunshine and March temperatures in January! Doesn't get any better. Unfortunately the weatherman is always so doom and gloom. Does it matter that today will reach in the high 30's? The answer is "NO, NO, NO!” Ski Brule has been open since November 3 and has been piling on the snow since. 100% Of the trails are open and winter returns on Saturday in time for the $60 Carload Days! Pay $60 on Saturday or Sunday and EVERYONE in your car receives a lift ticket... that's a great deal! PLUS 1/2 price lodging at Pioneer Lodge on your second night! Call 800-362-7853 and reserve today.

~Heading to the slopes...snow is too good to work today! I'm out of here!
Jess

January 4, 2013
Happy New Year and what a New Year Celebration at Ski Brule!

December 27, 2012

What an amazing day! I had a BLAST visiting with our guests. Met many new friends and got to see old friends that are now taller than me! (BTW I taught them to ski when they were little) Holiday season is a special time at Ski Brule. So much to offer our guests ... sleigh rides, tubing, night session, evening music, torchlight parade and more. I love this time of year and the best part is that Mother Nature has been snowing since last week adding to the already huge base and perfect snow conditions. Ski Brule is 100% open for snowsports and open daily 9-4:00 & night session 4:30-8:30 every night Dec. 27-Jan 5. See you at lift start!

~Loving The Snow
Jess

December 25, 2012

Happy Holidays from your Ski Brule family. And the best way to celebrate with your family is on the slopes at Ski Brule. 17 of 17 Trails are open and conditions are amazing! The holidays at Ski Brule are jam packed with FUN! Night session every night from Dec. 26 - Jan. 5, tubing, NASTAR daily, Homestead BBQ Dinner, Sleigh Rides, Marshmallow Roast, evening entertainment, and the list goes on and on! Looking forward to your visit!

~ Thinking Snow
Jess

December 19, 2012

Snow, Snow and More Snow! Ski Brule is 100% open as of this weekend. More snow, more fun than anywhere in the region and just in time for holiday break. Just in time to make your plans to the #1 favorite ski & snowboard resort in the Midwest. Buy your $32 advanced lift tickets before the sale ends on 12/24. Advanced lift tickets are a $10 savings per ticket and valid anytime this season. Struggling to find that gift that will put a smile on their face? A quick solution .. buy advanced lift tickets! Buy online or at a locations near you.

~ Thinking Snow
Jess

December 17, 2012

I want to be a weatherman! Only job you can have and be WRONG 95% of the time! LOL! Many missed out on an amazing weekend at Ski Brule due to the bad weatherman report. It was great Michigan skiing and snowboarding at Ski Brule with snowflakes falling!

Snowmaking continues on Timber Doodle, Double Doodle, Snowshoe and Spillway. Ski Brule anticipates opening these for the weekend making Ski Brule 100% open!

Time is running out on the $32 advanced lift ticket sale. Sale ends 12/24 and each advanced lift ticket saves you $10! Buy online or at a location near you.

~ Thinking Snow
Jess

12/15/12
IT'S SNOWING AT SKI BRULE! NO RAIN HERE!

~HEADING TO THE SLOPES
JESS

12/15/12
It's a Great Day at Michigan's Ski Resort Ski Brule! 14 of 17 Trails are open on a 36-48" base. Midwest Skiing & Midwest Snowboarding is available tonight 4:30-8:30 on lower Sunrise, Rapids, Bunny and Bambi serviced by Bambi Rope Tow and Pony Handle Tow. Homestead BBQ dinner tonight at Homestead Lodge 5-8:00. NASTAR today at 1:15, sign up at Guest Services, $5/2 runs and $1/additional runs.

12/12/12

A fun day to be on snow 12/12/12 at 12:12! The snowmaking team is hard at work and the word is... Hot Cider and Homestead will open Friday and Rapids Friday night. Snowmaking continues on Snowshoe, Timber Doodle, Double Doodle and Spillway and depending on snowmaking additional trails may open. So that makes Gentle Ben, Bunny, Bambi, Log Jam, Big Bear, Whitewater, Otterslide, Sunrise, Maple Syrup, North Forty, Hot Cider, Homestead and Rapids for the weekend and potentially more! And this weekend is $60 Carload Days ... pay $60 and everyone in your car or truck will receive a lift ticket!

Time is running out on the $32 Advanced Lift Ticket Sale. Sale ends 12/24. Advanced lift tickets are a $10 savings and valid anytime this season. They make great gifts too! Buy online or at a location near you.

~ Thinking Snow
Jess

December 10, 2012

Snow, snow, glorious snow! 4 Inches so far and more expected over the next 24 hours. Snowmaking continues and won't be long before we're 100% open. During the midweek (Monday through Thursday) the front side of the mountain is open including Otterslide, Big Bear, Log Jam, Whitewater, Sunrise, Maple Syrup, Gentle Ben, Bunny & Bambi. The back side of the mountain is closed midweek for snowmaking but will reopen on Friday. Night skiing & snowboarding begins this Friday.

And the upcoming weekend is $60 Carload Days (Dec. 15-16)! Pay $60 and everyone in your car or truck will receive a lift ticket. Can't think of a better way to spend the weekend!

Time is running out...$32 Advanced Lift Ticket sale ends on 12/24. Buy online or at a location near you. $10 Savings per ticket & valid anytime this season.

~ Thinking Snow
Jess

December 4, 2012

What a fun weekend past and looking forward to the upcoming CMSC weekend is going to be AMAZING! Tons of snow, tons of fun! 9 of 17 Trails are open today and more by the weekend.

You asked, we listened. $60 Carload Days on Dec 15 & 16 AND two nights lodging for the price of one! Call 800-362-7853 to book.

~ Thinking Snow!

November 28, 2012

The crew from Zeller Sports in Green Bay hit the slopes today at Ski Brule. Always wonderful to see their smiling faces and they basically had the mountain to themselves. "The Snow Is Amazing" was their response when I asked about their day. And I couldn't agree more! Right now Otterslide, Sunrise, Big Bear, Log Jam, Bunny & Bambi are open and Maple Syrup & Gentle Ben will open Friday and it's looking good for Timberdoodle to open this weekend too! Snowmaking continues on Whitewater, North Forty, Snowshoe and Rapids. With the predicted forecast, it won't be long before more is open!
Friends & Neighbor Member Only Special! On December 1 & 2, when you buy a lift ticket, you get a second lift ticket 1/2 off (of equal or lesser value). Must present your Friends & Neighbors Card and printout of the special. This special is for current cardholders (cannot sign up onsite or reissue cards onsite, single discount only, not applicable towards USSA training tickets). And 1/2 off your second night of lodging when you stay November 30 & Dec 1.

~ See you soon!
Jess

November 27, 2012

4 Degrees overnight! That's exactly what we needed! The snowmaking is progressing quickly and additional terrain will open for the weekend. I'm waiting on the final word from the Mountain Crew as to which additional trail will open... which I will have later today.

~Going to play in the snow!
Jess

November 25, 2012

Loving the snow! About 8" has fallen and the snowmachines are pumping out the snow. Several more trails will be open by next weekend! And just in time for a Friends & Neighbor Member Only Special! On December 1 & 2, when you buy a lift ticket, you get a second lift ticket 1/2 off (of equal or lesser value). Must present Friends & Neighbors Card and printout of the special. This special is for current cardholders (cannot sign up onsite or reissue cards onsite, single discount only, not applicable towards USSA training tickets). And 1/2 off your second night of lodging when you stay November 30 & Dec 1.

~ Think Snow!
Jess

November 21, 2012

My second most favorite day of the year (next to opening day) is Thanksgiving! Our friends join us for a day on the slopes, followed by a YUMMY Thanksgiving dinner (minus the cooking and dishes). I am so looking forward to that fist bite of turkey and stuffing. We have a lot to be thankful for ... starting with you. Thank you for being family and we look forward to your visit!

Great news from the snow crew! Big Bear will open on THURSDAY! That makes Otterslide, Log Jam, Bunny, Bambi & Big Bear. And another thing that we are thankful for is the cold weather heading our way... we're ready to fire up the snowmaking machines.

Wishing you a safe and enjoyable holiday!
Jess

November 20, 2012

"Are you open?" - A commonly asked question this week and the answer is "YES". How? It starts with snowmaking. As soon as the temperatures dropped, the snowmaking crew fired up the machines and continued to do so at every opportunity. With the arsenal of snowmaking machines at Ski Brule, we are able to pump out massive amounts of snow in a short time. And the result is Ski Brule is open when other resorts are not. The snow season is happening right now at Ski Brule. Don't miss out .. enjoy the Thanksgiving Holiday at Ski Brule. We're cooking turkey dinner too!

~See You On The Snow!
Jess

November 13, 2012

A beautiful snowy day at Ski Brule! Nothing better than the roar of snowmaking machines. The crew is on Otterslide, Big Bear and Bambi. We are hopeful that another trail will open for the weekend and several more for the Thanksgiving holiday week... that is if Mother Nature continues the cold temperatures. Tickets November 16-November 20 are $20 and normal rates ($42 adult & $36 junior) starting November 21. Remember to use your Friends and Neighbor's card on Wednesday for 1/2 off tickets.

I'm dreaming of Thanksgiving dinner already. Tender roasted turkey, honey ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes... and more. YUM! And the best part of turkey dinner at Ski Brule is .. .NO DISHES! Thanksgiving Dinner Rates: $12.95 adult, $9.95 junior & $5.95 kids.

~Thinking Snow
Jess



November 8, 2012

Ski Brule is ready for the fun FREE day tomorrow! Bunny and Log Jam are open, serviced by Big Bear Chairlift and Bambi Rope Tow. I'm wondering who will get the 'I traveled the furthest for snow' award tomorrow. Indiana? Ohio? Minnesota?

It's hard to believe that Thanksgiving is right around the corner. I can almost smell the turkey roasting in the oven for Thanksgiving Dinner. It's the 22nd year for race camp during Thanksgiving break...You can always count on Ski Brule having snow during Thanksgiving break. Make your holiday plans at Ski Brule so you aren't disappointed when your reservation is cancelled elsewhere due to lack of snow. Onsite lodging is available but won't be for long. Give Jenn or Angela a call at 800-362-7853 and they will have you relaxing by a crackling fireplace for Thanksgiving.

~ Think Snow
Jess

November 5, 2012
It felt AMAZING to be back on snow. Had a fun filled opening day. Photos & video on Facebook - if you were here, tag yourself in the photos! Snowmaking looks marginal this week with predicted low of 30. This time of year the snow crew needs temps around 20 and low humidity to pump out the snow. We'll continue making snow at every opportunity in an effort to open additional terrain. See you on Friday!
~ Think Snow
Jess

November 2, 2012

SKI BRULE IS OPEN!!!

Ski Brule is open for early season riding on November 3 & 4.
Tickets are $15. Available terrain includes Bunny Trail (beginner with rails & boxes) serviced by Bambi Rope Tow and Log Jam (intermediate) serviced by Big Bear Chairlift. Lifts will operate 10-4:00 Nov. 3 & 4.

Tickets will be FREE on our advertised opening date of November 9. Tickets are required and available at Bear’s Den Pro Shop. Lifts will operate 9-4:00 on November 9-11. Tickets are $20 on November 10-11. Ski Brule is open November 3 & 4, closed November 5-8 for snowmaking, open November 9-11, closed November 12-15 for snowmaking and open daily through
late April beginning November 16.

~ See YOU at lift start!
Jess

November 1, 2012
A good night of snowmaking last night. Temps got down to 20 for a little while. Forecast looks decent for snowmaking over the next several days. November 9 is the target opening and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it may be sooner!

Gear has arrived at the Bear's Den. The jackets are AMAZING! Great colors this year!! New for 2012/13 at the Bear's Den is Icebreaker base layers. Icebreaker is a New Zeeland based company that specializes in wool (with style and no itch). The best part is their manufacturing plant is on the East coast, not New Zeeland. The K2 ski packages are ready for you too! $475 Includes skis, boots, poles, bindings, mounting and full tune.

~Jess

October 28, 2012

Nothing makes us happier than the sounds of snowmaking in the air! The Ski Brule snow crew was at it last night. Made a bit of snow and forecast looks good but can't count on it with hurricane Sandy's warm winds. Ski Brule will continue to make snow at every opportunity and target opening is November 9. Watch last night's snowmaking video.

~Thinking Snow
Jess

October 25, 2012

It's Deal Time! Book your lodging now & book for 1/2 price AND receive a FREE BBQ dinner! Special ends 11/2/12



~ Thinking Snow!
Jess

October 23, 2012

Winter is on the way! Cold temperatures predicted for this weekend and we're ready. Snowmaking machines are waiting for the switch to be flipped. Keep your fingers crossed that Mother Nature doesn't change her mind about winter.

The Straight A & Perfect Attendance promotion registration has ended. There are 72 schools participating. What a great incentive to motivate students to do the best they can!

~ Thinking Snow!
Jess

October 17, 2012
It's SHOW TIME! This weekend is the Windy City Ski & Snowboard show in Schaumburg, IL. The 3 day show features thousands in prizes and lift ticket giveaways. Meet the top manufacturer reps in the industry. Pro skier and snowboarder appearances. Movie theatre premiere. Top local retailers selling the new 2012-13 snow gear. Free Parking for the event.

COME MEET LOUIE! Louie Vito will be signing autographs on Saturday
See you at the show!
~Jess

October 10, 2012

Straight A's on your child's report card or Perfect Attendance are both great reports to receive at the end of the marking period. Ski Brule Straight A or Perfect Attendance promotion rewards children ages 10-17 that have either Straight A's or Perfect Attendance during the first or second marking period with a FREE day at Ski Brule! FREE Lift, FREE LESSON & FREE RENTAL! It's a great way to motivate students!

The best part for the schools is that it's EASY to participate in and FREE!
1 - School is to complete the enrollment form and return to Ski Brule.
2 - Ski Brule sends school a confirmation letter.
3- Motivate your students to have perfect attendance or straight A's. Ski Brule will send you promotional posters to hang at your school.
4 - At the end of the marking period, send Ski Brule a list of your qualified students (either Straight A's or Perfect Attendance).
5 - Ski Brule will mail vouchers to the school for qualified students.
6 - Bring the voucher to Ski Brule & enjoy the day on snow FREE!

Click HERE for more information & registration form

~ Thinking Snow!
Jess

October 2, 2012
Did you hear what the weather man said? Low of 24 on Friday! Music to my ears! And soon, the symphony of snowmaking will join the song. Can't wait to get started.

The colors are at their peak and with the predicted high winds and cold on Friday, those beautiful colors won't last much longer. It's looking like a 'normal' winter is ahead. YIPPY!

Still time to sign your school up for the Straight A & Perfect Attendance promotion at Ski Brule. It's FREE and everyone with straight A's or perfect attendance in the first or second marking periods will receive a FREE day at Ski Brule! Click HERE for more information.

September 24, 2012
What a beautiful sight to see! Heavy frost this morning and 33 degrees. Nothing like a bit of 'brrrrrrrr' to get you thinking about winter. Cold temperatures this time of year is great for snowmaking because it will cool the water used for snowmaking, allowing for snowmaking at warmer temperatures. Did you know that in the fall, ideal temperatures for snowmaking is around 18 degrees? 32 Isn't cold enough due to warm water temperatures and high humidity. It will be here before we know it! Reminder: the advanced lift ticket special has been extended to September 30.

Deal 1: $30 Each - Normally $32 & tickets at Ski Brule are $42 ... best to buy now and save $12/ticket.

Deal 2: Buy 5 advanced lift tickets & get a FREE December ticket. The December ticket is valid Dec. 1-25.

Deal 3: Buy 6 advanced lift tickets & get a FREE ticket that's valid ANYTIME during 2012/13.

~ Thinking Snow!
Jess

September 19, 2012

Ski Brule is excited to tell you about a new incentive promotion for students ages 10-17. Students that have either straight A's or perfect attendance during the first or second marking period will receive a FREE day at Ski Brule.... but only if their school signs up to participate. Click here for registration form and details.
~ Think Snow!
Jess

September 17, 2012

Nothing gets you thinking about snow more than the talk of snow falling! That's right, snow is falling in the high mountains of Colorado. Before you know it, Ski Brule will fire up the snowmaking machines! The snow crew is busy mowing grass on the slopes, hanging chairs, testing the snowmaking pumps and building rails. I'm anxiously awaiting the arrival of the 2013 gear at the Bear's Den Pro Shop! Can't wait to see all the new gear (and try it out). The 2012/13 Ski Brule Travel Planner should arrive in your mailbox any day. We've also extended the advanced lift ticket special through 9/30 so you have the opportunity to plan your trip with the travel planner. Buy online or call 800-362-7853.

Extended Advanced Lift Ticket Sale:

Deal 1: $30 Each - Normally $32 & tickets at Ski Brule are $42 ... best to buy now and save $12/ticket.

Deal 2: Buy 5 advanced lift tickets & get a FREE December ticket. The December ticket is valid Dec. 1-25.

Deal 3: Buy 6 advanced lift tickets & get a FREE ticket that's valid ANYTIME during 2012/13.

Website is under construction and hope to have it done by the end of the week. The information and rates are current, just working on adding new photos and video.

Very excited to get the 2012/13 season started! Countdown to opening day is on! 58 Days To Go! Target opening is November 9 but sooner if we can make it happen!

~ Think Snow!
Jess