April 10, 2019 (BOISE, ID)– It’s time for local ski and snowboard enthusiasts to head up to Bogus Basin to get their final turns of the season. The nonprofit recreation area will officially end its 76th season this Sunday, April 14th. A host of events are planned, and the community is invited to join the festivities.
This has been a banner year for Bogus Basin. One of the most notable highlights was record-breaking snowfall throughout February. More than 12 feet of snow fell, resulting in the first time since 1940 that the area reached a base depth of 100 inches during the month. The snowfall undoubtedly boosted early season pass sales, leading to the March 14th announcement that the area would reinvest approximately $5 million back into the operation to replace the Morning Star Chairlift with a high speed detachable quad. The new lift will be installed in time for the launch of the 2019-20 winter season.
“This has been a fantastic year that still continues. It’s amazing to have such good snow coverage into mid-April,” said General Manager, Brad Wilson. “We have many reasons to celebrate what has been an exceptional season.”
Weekend highlights includes the 4th Annual Pond Skim, a raffle for one of the soon-to-be-replaced Morning Star chairlifts chairs, live music on Sunday’s closing day, and more. A complete list of events is below. Activities are planned near the Simplot Base Area, where skiers and non-skiers alike can watch the fun while taking in the views from Bogus Creek Plaza. For information, visit: www.bogusbasin.org.
CLOSING WEEKEND ACTIVITIES AT BOGUS BASIN
| DATE: | ACTIVITY: | TIME: | EVENT DESCRIPTION: |
| 4/13 | 4th Annual Pond Skim | 1:00-4:00pm Register from 9:00-11:00am, 3rd floor, Simplot Lodge | See who can make it across the pond on their skis or boards… or try it yourself! |
| 4/13 | Boxzilla | 11:30am-12:30pm Register from 9:00-11:00am, 3rd floor, Simplot Lodge | Test skills on special course in the terrain park. |
| 4/13 | Morning Star Chairlift Chair Raffle | 11:00AM until 100 tickets are sold Tickets sold in-person only, Simplot Base Area | One lucky person will win a chair from the soon-to-be replaced Morning Star lift. Only 100 tickets available, $25 each, need not be present to win. |
| 4/13 | New Belgium Brewing Promotions | 10:00am-4:30pm | Samples (age 21+) giveaways. Buy a rubber ducky for the chance to win a pair of custom skis. |
| 4/13 | Bogus Basin Ski Patrol Randonee Race | 5:30pm, Pioneer Lodge Cost is $10, pay at event or before at Bogus Ski Patrol | A fun new event for randonee ski enthusiasts. |
| 4/14 | Closing Day | 9:00am-4:30pm | Final day of the 2018-19 winter season. |
| 4/14 | Gaper Day | 9:00am-4:30pm | Wear your craziest outfit. |
| 4/14 | PBR Ribbon Hunt | 9:00am-2:30pm | Find the ribbons hidden around the mountain and win prizes. |
| 4/14 | Live Music featuring High Pine Whiskey Yell | 1:30-4:30pm | Listen to an Idaho string band that is sure to win you over with its take on bluegrass and the Americana tradition. |
