Posted on 06/30/2010 11:21:47 PM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
When most skiers think of slopes to try come July, Chile and Argentina come to mind. But this year, a couple of ski resorts that don’t require a passport are taking advantage of the buckets of snow that fell this winter to extend their seasons through July 4 weekend.
Mammoth resort in California is making a virtue of the snow and sun by offering a ski, bike and golf package — yes, all in one day — for $99. Or, if three activities in one day is too much for you, Mammoth is offering a ski and golf package for $89.
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No Thanks.
When I lived in CA, I skied there in mid-June. Fun place, and great spring snow.
I’ve done it before, and it’s great!
I can’t this year, due to the Obam-economy.... :-(
Maybe I’ll water-ski on the Tigris River...
We have 2 summer ski areas in Norway. Strynn & Foglefonn. They’re both a blast.
Most all of Europe's ski areas are open (France, Scotland, Italy, Switzerland, Norway, Austria), as are ski areas in New Zealand, Chile, Argentina, Canada, the United States (California, Utah, Oregon) and South Africa.
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