The alpine area has a 55-60cm settled snowpack, and snowmaking efforts all over the mountain are providing good coverage from top to bottom. There has been over 30cm of new snow in the past 24 hours, with more predicted in the short-term forecast. Skiers and riders are advised that advanced terrain will be open in the alpine area, and early season conditions do exist.

Says Matt Mosteller, Senior Director of Business Development for the Resort, “Recent heavy snowfalls combined with the Rockies’ best snowmaking system will give us a great start to the ski season. Visitors this weekend will be treated to an early opening of the Summit Platter and Top of the World 6-Pack Chair. We can hardly wait!”

The lift price on opening day will be $34.50 _ GST, and all facilities, including the Lodge of the Ten Peaks, Powderkeg Lounge, Slopeside Café, Daycare, Ski School, Rentals and Retail Shop will be open.

For more information, please call 1-800-258-7669 (SNOW).

Lake Louise Mountain Resort is getting ready to host the world with the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup, proudly presented by Bombardier. The Men’s Speed Events will take place on November 25 and 26, and the Women’s Races taking place December 1-3, 2006. Come out and cheer on our Canadian team!

About Lake Louise Mountain Resort
Lake Louise Mountain Resort www.skilouise.com is part of the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. (RCR) family. RCR is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning six ski resorts across Canada, including Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Nakiska in Alberta; and Fernie Alpine Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia. RCR also owns and manages a number of hotels, backcountry lodges and golf courses, including Trickle Creek in Kimberley, and Wintergreen Golf and Country Club in Bragg Creek. RCR aims to provide each and every guest The Ultimate Experience.