PA Ski Resorts Celebrate Spring with Carnivals, Races & Deals

White Haven, PA– March 7, 2019 – Skiers rejoice, there is still time to hit the slopes this season. In fact, Spring is a perfect time to gather up the troops and head to your favoritePennsylvania Ski Area Resort. Whether you’re looking for a weekend staycation or an action-packed Spring Break vacation, now is a great time to visit. Crowds tend to be smaller this time of year and there are a lot of fun events to enjoy, too, from Pond Skimming, Spring Carnivals and Races, to St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations and even a special day dedicated to your furry family members.

SPRING 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Seven Springs, Seven Springs

Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10

Reunion Weekend

Got a vintage season pass, old photo or other classic Seven Springs memorabilia? Bring it along to show off and share your favorite stories from days gone by. Step back in time at the Foggy Goggle as it goes retro with live music, activities and more! Visit, www.7springs.com.

Shawnee Mountain, East Stroudsburg

Saturday, March 9 through Sunday, March 10

Pocono Scout Weekend

The 29th Annual Pocono Scout Weekend offers discount lift tickets, rentals and lessons for all scouts. Special lodging packages are available. Free merit badge testing and activities will also be available. Contact Group Sales at 570-421-7231 ext. 201 for more information.

Blue Mountain, Palmerton

Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Carve 4 Cancer

The Carve 4 Cancer Winter Sports Festival presented by Milwaukee Tool is a full-day charity festival with free live music, art demos, games and events at the Summit Lodge. The Best Trick Competition will take place right outside the lodge with top skier and top snowboarder each competing for $500 cash. All funds raised will benefit cancer research and patients battling cancer. For more info, visit www.skibluemt.com.

Hidden Valley Resort, Hidden Valley

Saturday, March 9 through Sunday, March 10, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Spring Carnival

The Hidden Valley Spring Carnival returns once again March 9 and 10 with fun carnival games, treats, entertainment and prizes for the entire family. Carnival games and entertainment are free for guests. Carnival treat prices vary. For more information, visit, http://www.hiddenvalleyresort.com/events/spring-carnival-2/

Liberty Mountain, Carroll Valley

Saturday, March 9 through Sunday, March 10

Liberty SpringFest

Welcome Spring at Liberty with a fun-themed weekend featuring games, costumes, music, and the always popular Pond Skim. Visit, www.Libertymountainresort.com.

Mount Pleasant of Edinboro, Cambridge Springs

Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

SnoCamp

Head to Mount Pleasant for a one-day or snowboard program. The day will be broken down into three sessions each focusing on different skills, such as racing, skiing healthand jumping. In these three sessions, instructors will focus on teaching important aspects of hill safety, physical preparation and general improvement. The program will also include an hour of tubing and lunch. The lunch will consist of hot dogs, a drink, and a healthy snack. After each session, there will be a fifteen-minute warm-up break with a sports drink. Visit, www.skimountpleasant.com.

Hidden Valley Resort, Hidden Valley

Sunday, March 10, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Season Passholder Party

Meet in the Summit Highlands Room for the annual Season Passholder Party at Hidden Valley. Make sure to bring your 18-19 season pass go gain entry. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow passholders, celebrate another great season and enjoy entertainment, games, prized, hors d’oeuvres and more. Visit, http://www.hiddenvalleyresort.com/events/season-passholder-party/.

Mount Pleasant of Edinboro, Cambridge Springs

Sunday, March 10, 2 p.m.

King and Queen of the Mountain Race

Mount Pleasant will host its annual ski and snowboard race, starting with those under 14, followed by 14 and up. The fastest overall male and female skier and snowboarder will be crowned King or Queen (skiing) and Man or Woman (snowboarding) of the Mountain and will forever be honored on the perpetual plaque. All participants must sign a waiver (or an adult must sign for those under 18), must concede to race rules and must have a valid lift ticket. Race will be $10 to enter. Visit, www.skimountpleasant.com.

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg

Thursday, March 14, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

March Wine Tasting

March Wine Tasting in the Blue Knob Conference Center at 7 p.m. Taste a selection of wines with food pairings in a casual atmosphere. Visit, https://blueknob.com.

Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Lehigh Valley

Saturday, March 16 through Sunday, March 17

Spring Fling Weekend

This fun-filled weekend starts with the Cardboard Box Race on Saturday and ends with Pond Skimming on Sunday. If you don’t want to participate, you can spectate and enjoy live music from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. and food and drink specials at the outside grill on the deck. Visit www.bcmountainresort.com.

Shawnee Mountain, East Stroudsburg

Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17

Military Appreciation Weekend

In an effort to honor the brave men and women defending our freedom and our great Nation, Shawnee Mountain is pleased to announce Military Appreciation Weekend. As a special "Thank You" all active Military and their immediate family (spouse & children 18 years and under) will receive FREE Lift Tickets and Ski or Snowboard Rentals for any or all of the 3 days. Also, Group Lessons and SKIwee Children's Lesson Programs will be made available at a 50% Discount. Valid active military picture ID and valid dependent cards are required. Visit,www.shawneemt.com.

Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs

Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17

Irish Weekend

Follow the rainbow to the pot of gold at Seven Springs for a fun day out on the slopes and celebration at the Foggy Goggle with Irish theme specials. For more information, visit www.7springs.com.

Liberty Mountain Resort, Carroll Valley

Saturday, March 16, 11 a.m.

Bring Your Pet to the Slopes Day

Guests are encouraged to bring their furry (or not-so-furry) friends to the mountain for a day in the snow. The day will be filled with fun contests, a raffle to benefit the Antietam Humane Society and even a pet snowboarding try-out! The Antietam Humane Society will be here with some dogs who are available for adoption and will also be taking donations. Visit, www.libertymountainresort.com.

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg

Saturday, March 16, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

St. Patty’s Day Spring Fling Costume Party & Pond Skim

Grab your friends and celebrate St. Patty’s Day at Blue Knob. Join over 100 skiers and snowboarders with your best costume and pond skimming skills. The Parade starts at 1 p.m. and the Pond Skim at 2 p.m. Prizes for best costume will win a full season pass for the 2019-2020 season. Free admission. Visit, https://blueknob.com.

Ski Sawmill, Morris

Saturday, March 16, 11 a.m.

King of the Mountain Snowmobile Hill Climb

The Annual “King of the Mountain” Snowmobile Hill Climb hosted by Central Pennsylvania Sleds and Treads will take place at Ski Sawmill. Registration is from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. and the race starts at 11 a.m. Spectators 12 and under are FREE and everyone 13 and up is $5 per person. For more information, visit www.skisawmill.com.

Roundtop Mountain Resort, Lewisberry

Saturday, March 16, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Costume Pond Skim, “Idiot” Swim, Mt. Dew Apre Event & Fireworks

Wear your best costume to the mountain and sign up for the costume contest & pond skim. 70 favorite costumes will be selected during the costume contest to skim the pond. Not interested in wearing a costume, but still want to send out the season in style? Join the "idiot swim" at 3 p.m. prior to the start of the pond skim. Ages 6 & up for the swim; must be able to swim. All participants will receive a special pond skim t-shirt (while supplies last). Also, enjoy the grill, a DJ, and Troegs seasonal beers for sale on the deck, a Mt Dew Après Event in the Courtyard as well as FIREWORKS to cap off the evening at 8 p.m. Visit, www.skiroundtop.com.

Shawnee Mountain, East Stroudsburg

Sunday, March 17

Annual Costume Carnival Day

The 35th Annual Costume Carnival Day is open to all. Those in full costume will receive a FREE same day lift ticket. A costume parade and judging will be held at 1 p.m. with great prizes in several categories. For more information, visit www.shawneemt.com.

Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Lehigh Valley

Saturday, April 6 through Sunday, April 7

Spring Wine Festival

Enjoy the Spring weather and come to Bear Creek for an afternoon of food and wine samples from over 40 vendor, plus live music in the Lodge and Mountain Ballroom. Each guest will receive a commemorative wine tasting glass, event program, free samples and have access to the Wine Check service. For tickets and additional information, visit www.bcmountainresort.com.

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg

Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Easter Brunch

Celebrate Easter at Blue Knob in the Conference Center for a traditional Easter Brunch. Visit, https://blueknob.com.

Camelback Mountain Resort, Tannersville

Saturday, March 23, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Parking Lot Party & Pond Skimming

Celebrate Spring at Camelback and join in the fun with a parking lot party, pond skimming competition, Tailgating Judging and Cardboard Box Splash Down Derby. The day kicks off with the Parking Lot Party at 8 a.m., which features grilling, live music games, cook-offs, raffles and prizes including season passes. At 12 p.m. the Pond Skimming event kicks off. Families are invited to break out the skis, snowboards, floaties and crazy costumes for the annual pond skim competition. Prizes will be awarded for the best skim and the best costume. Finally, the day wraps up with a Cardboard Box Splash Down Derby at 3 p.m. Prepare your boxes and your teammates to speed down the hill with style. Prizes will be awarded for fastest and most creative. For more information, visit, www.skicamelback.com.

Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Seven Springs

Saturday, March 23

Pond Skim, 11 a.m.

Pond Skim 2019, presented by New Belgium Brewing, at Seven Springs is sure to go down with a splash at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 24, 2018! Conditions are favorable for a good time and goggle tans. Grab a cold one at the Foggy Goggle and catch all of the action from the Foggy Deck as more than 100 crazy skiers and snowboarders brave the icy pond skim water and try to impress the judges with the Best Skim, Costume and Splash. Emcee’s Mikey and Big Bob from the KISS Morning Freak Show will keep the Pond Party going at the Goggle all day. Registration is $25 per person and includes one judged run and Seven Springs Pond Skim T-Shirt. For more information, visit, www.7springs.com.

Blue Mountain, Palmerton

Sunday, April 21

Easter Sunday Brunch

The hunt is over. Bring your family and friends to Blue Mountain Resort to enjoy Easter Sunday Brunch at the Slopeside Pub & Grill. Relax and spend time together with award winning culinary classics with incredible mountain views. Reservations required. Call (610) 824-1557.

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