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After a pow-filled spring, it's time to give winter a proper send-off and skim into summer with the return of our annual North American Pond Skimming Championships! Join us on Sunday, May 28 for the final day of our 2022/23 season to take your last run of the season in style across our epic 100-foot long pond AND for your shot to win a Winter 2023/24 Mt. Bachelor Full Season Pass!We're inviting 100 registered skimmers to show up in their Sunday best and attempt to make it across the pond without wiping out. Each registered participant will get ONE run, and one run only...so be sure to make it a good one!
RULES:
Only one skimmer will be permitted to skid across the pond at a time (no group skimming)
Skis, Boards, Snowskates (with leash), and Snowblades are all permitted — no poles and no Snow Bikes — skimmers must remain in control at all times
Costumes are highly encouraged...the whackier and wilder, the better (just please keep it PG and tasteful)
Helmets are mandatory for all participants
No alcoholic beverages are permitted within the event area
PRIZES:
To top it all off...the best of the best from each category will be sliding away the ultimate prize, more skiing at Mt. Bachelor! (Winners will be determined based on a single scored run)
Overall Winner – Season Pass for Winter 2023/24
Best Dressed – Spring Pass for Winter 2023/24
Best Style – 4-Day Pass for Winter 2023/24
REGISTRATION:
$40 entry fee
A donation of $10 from each entry fee sold will go to the Mt. Bachelor Play Forever Fund in our commitment to protect the environment and support the community. All ages are welcome! No lift ticket is required or necessary in order to participate. No day of entry — no exceptions. All competitors must have completed a digital waiver at the time of registration. No cancellations, refunds, or transfers.
Check-in: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at event tent in West Village Base Area
Event Start: 10:30 a.m.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mt Bachelor, 13000 SW Century Dr, Bend, United States