battle of the bay

battle of the bay

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 28.02.09

I love Niseko We have had some great days of fresh to wake up to The terrain is a little tracked out this morning However with some more snow on its way we should hopefully see these areas filled once again Most lifts should be up and running for the week with the Stomping Ground Terrain Park open mid mornings Average temperatures are forecast to be around -9 and increasing to -3 mid week Wind chill will bring temperatures down to -20 up top

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 27.02.09

Temperatures were below zero overnight and we had 15cms here at the base The snow keeps on falling so the terrain is powdery and yesterdays tracks are being filled All runs lifts and Terrain Parks are expected to be up and running Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 17 with a maximum temperature of 0 degrees at the base South westerly winds should be around 30km hr and gusting up top

Skateboarder Dies Skitching

Being pulled by a car while riding a skateboard can be dangerous even deadly

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 26.02.09

Another magnificent day out Fresh tracks were found yesterday with a clearing in the afternoon for great visibility There was a dusting overnight and it should be a mostly cloudy day ahead with snow falling Below zero temperatures overnight and we should see a minimum of -13 with a maximum of -5 degrees today Wind chill will bring temperatures down to -23 Visibility is variable with low cloud at times

2/25 - Skate Park Controversy

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 25.02.09

Temperatures were below zero overnight and the terrain is fresh and powdery with over 20cms falling last night However a little heavy on the lower part of the mountain All runs lifts and Terrain Parks are expected to be up and running Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 16 with a maximum temperature of minus 1 degree in the village areas Westerly winds should be generally light this morning at around 15 to 25km hr Visibility is variable with low cloud Going off piste have required safety gear and respect the Niseko rules Patrollers are working hard to keep you safe so for updates and gate status check with patrol and lift stations

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 24.02.09

Great conditions in Niseko with snow forecast to fall throughout the day Temperatures were zero overnight and the terrain is powdery tracked in some areas and compact on groomed runs All runs lifts and Terrain Parks are expected to be up and running Wind chill should see temperatures down to around minus 16 with a maximum temperature of minus 2 degrees Westerly winds due south westerly should be generally light this morning at around 20km hr and possibly reaching gale force by this afternoon Visibility is variable with low cloud at times Going back country in Niseko have required safety gear and respect the Niseko rules Patrollers are working hard to keep you safe so for updates and gate status check with patrol and lift stations

Councilor proposes moving BMX track

A B-M-X TRACK IN ALBUQUERQUE HAS DRAWN A LOT OF COMPLAINTS FROM NEIGHBORS ABOUT NOISE AND TRAFFIC NOW A CITY COUNCILOR SAYS IT S TIME TO MOVE THE ENTIRE FACILITY SOMEWHERE ELSE JEFF MAHER IS LIVE NEAR UNIVERSITY AND AVENIDA CESAR CHAVEZ TO EXPLAIN JEFF THE DUKE CITY B- M-X TRACK HAS BEEN HERE FOR MORE THAN TWO YEARS -- BUT CITY COUNCILOR ISAAC BENTON SAYS IT NEVER SHOULD HAVE BEEN BUILT HERE AT ALL AND SAYS THE WHOLE PLACE SHOULD BE MOVED TO WHERE IT WAS ORIGINALLY SUPPOSED TO BE -- FAR FROM THE NEIGHBORS WHO LIVE RIGHT ACROSS THE WAY and they re off THESE ARE THE SOUNDS -- THAT A LOT OF NEIGHBORS LIVING NEAR THE DUKE CITY B-M-X TRACK COULD DO WITHOUT AND IT S NOT JUST THE NOISE -- SAM BALDONADO SAYS HE DOES NOT WASH HIS CARS ANYMORE HE SAYS THERE S NO REASON TO BECAUSE OF ALL THE DIRT THAT BLOWS OVER FROM THE TRACK they have a huge pile of dirt there in the middle that every time the wind breaks out all that dirt lands over here on our porch in our living room our cars CITY COUNCILOR ISAAC BENTON SAYS THE TRACK WAS NEVER SUPPOSED TO BE SO CLOSE TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD HE SHOWED US THE CITY S ORIGINAL PLANS -- WHERE THE TRACK WAS GOING TO BE BUILT CLOSER TO ISOTOPES PARK HIS PROPOSAL CUTS ANY ADDITIONAL FUNDING TO THE TRACK -- AND AT THE VERY MOST WOULD MOVE IT TO ITS ORIGINAL PROPOSED LOCATION theoretically it could be moved certainly wouldn t be an easy solution but when the city failed to follow its own approved plan maybe we ought to be looking at that MANY PARENTS WE TALKED TO SAY IT S A BAD IDEA I think with the state of the economy right now not just the city the state and federal you know the efficiency of spending the money on this is just not there AND ORGANIZERS OF THE TRACK SAY THEY VE DONE EVERYTHING POSSIBLE TO TRY AND MAKE THE NEIGHBORS HAPPY we have sent our kids over to pick up paper and help them clean their yards of anything we ve done over there CITY OFFICIALS SAY THEY HAVE ALSO WORKED WITH THE NEIGHBORS TO TRY AND RESOLVE THE NOISE ISSUES AND THEY SAY BENTON S PROPOSAL TO MOVE THE TRACK WOULD BE VERY COSTLY TO TAXPAYERS LIVE IN SOUTHEAST ALBUQUERQUE JEFF

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 23.02.09

The terrain is powdery and compact on groomed runs North north westerly winds conditions around 15km h should see most lifts spinning across all resorts and the Stomping Ground Terrain Park open by mid morning Wind chill will bring temperatures down to around minus 21 with a maximum temperature of -5 degrees Going back country understand what is potentially dangerous snow and how to use required safety gear Avalanche hazards a very considerable from the past storm and wind For more detailed information gate status visit niseko nardare info or check with patrol

STATE WRESTLING

STATE WRESTLING FINAL

Hanazono Niseko Hokkaido Halp Pipe Championships

State of the art and being a FISS homologated event strict guidelines have been met in the shaping and cutting of the pipe in Hanazono Niseko Japan Following the Kissmark Cup this event has proven extreme physical talent in all competitors Only open to SAJ and FISS members spectators like us have surely been impressed with the provision and skill that so far has taken place

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 21.02.09

We have just seen a week of non stop powder snow fall It has been awesome to be an early bird with a whole day of powder turns and getting waist deep off piste We should see minimum temperatures around -13 with temperatures warming to 1 degree mid week Wind chill will bring temperatures down to -23 Conditions across all resorts should see most of the lifts spinning with some closed this weekend Winds are forecast to be moderate to strong and ease off through the week The terrain park should be up and running by mid mornings

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 20.02.09

Yesterday was awesome The crew and I had first tracks in some amazing waist deep powder Snowfalls were on and off last night freshening up the base for today Temperatures were zero overnight and the terrain is dry and powdery South easterly wind conditions today should see most lifts spinning this morning with a possibility of some closing this afternoon with winds reaching 50km hr The Stomping Ground Terrain Park should open by mid morning We should see a minimum of 9 with a maximum of 0 degrees at the base Wind chill will bring temperatures down to -18 The lower runs will have better visibility today Going back country carry required safety gear and for detailed information on today s avalanche and gate status check with patrol and lift stations

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 19.02.09

The last couple of days has seen impressive amounts of powder snow fall Moderate westerly winds around 20 to 30km h should see most lifts spinning across the resorts and the Stomping Ground Terrain Park open by mid morning We should see a minimum of -15 with a maximum of -7 degrees Wind chill will bring temperatures down to -26 Visibility is minimal up top Going back country carry required safety gear and for detailed information on today s avalanche and gate status check with patrol and lift stations

4 Hurt In Fight At Tualatin Skate Park

A fight at the Tualatin Skate Park on Tuesday night ended with four people hurt police say

Drunken Sports

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Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 18.02.09

We had over 20cms of fresh Powder overnight covering up that Fresh Base from yesterday Today should see a minimum of -16 with a max of -7 Visibiltity is variable but the fresh fluffy stuff just keeps on Falling

dlh sportsplex

dlh sportsplex

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 17.02.09

Now checking todays weather Temperatures were below freezing The terrain is powdery powdery yoo hoo powdery And the snow cover is excellent Visibility is variable with a touch of sun this morning At the top of mountain we should see a minimum temperature of minus 12 degrees and a maximum of minus 5 at the base Wind chill will bring temperatures down to around minus 22 Unlike yesterday winds have eased off opening the Hanazono area and some top lifts across the mountain Risk of avalanche is high with new snow layer so gates may not open Check with patrol for updates

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 16.02.09

Temperatures were below zero overnight the terrain is dry powdery and may be wind swept in areas Conditions across all resorts today should see most lifts spinning with a chance os some closing due to wind gusts up top The terrain park opens mid morning Moderate to strong westerly winds should be around 30 to 45km hr The average wind chill is down to around minus 23 with a maximum temperature of minus 5 degrees Visibility is minimal Going back country carry required safety gear an be cautious of the new snow layer For detailed information on today s avalanche and gate status check with patrol and lift stations

Hanazono Niseko has commenced a New Era

http www harmonyresorts com Start your day at Hanazono and experience some of the best resort facilities Japan has to offer The New 308 Day Center has proven to be an outstanding success and continues to attract the crowds everyday Hanazonos North East aspect delivers an abundance of dry powder and provides access to the massive off piste back country areas The Hanazono basin provides Niseko s best equipped learning area world class terrain park half pipe and plenty of activities at its Adventure Park for the thrill seekers

lovers 14 k

lovers 14k

odu vcu

odu beats vcu

Niseko Hanazono Snow Report 14.02.09

Looking around the mountain Visibility is variable with mostly cloudy days ahead Strong winds this afternoon and tomorrow should ease and be generally light for the week which may see some lifts closed however most should be spinning for the duration Be prepared for a cold one tomorrow as wind chill could get as low as -30 up top and averaging out to -20 degrees for the rest of the week

Boy hit, killed on skateboard in Oildale

Springfield recreation

Springfield recreation

Road to Daytona Two

Road to Daytona Two

Yesterday in Niseko was a great with the sun shining

Below zero temperatures overnight The terrain is powdery in areas with some icy patches Light southerly winds at around 15km hr should see most if not all lifts spinning across the resorts The average wind chill is down to around minus 14 with a maximum temperature of minus 1 degree at the base After FISS events held on the weekend the Hanazono half pipe is open to the public and is in top condition A complete run of kickers jumps rails and boxes at the stomping Ground Terrain Park So whether you are a beginner at this or advanced you will find your special spot

john kainer

john kainer tribute

Section II Skiing

Niseko Hanazono Half Pipe was pumping on the weekend

A fantastic day out today sun and fresh snow The Hanazono Half Pipe was pumping on the weekend with two FISS events and we had around 40cms of snow fall in the past 24hrs

Niseko Hanazono snow report 07/02/09

Another great day to be out on the mountain We are heading over to the Hanazono Half Pipe where after intense training yesterday competitors from all over Japan are there to see who will take out the title for the 2009 Snowboard Kissmark Cup and The Hokkaido Half Pipe Championships

Hokkaido Half Pipe Championships at Hanazono Niseko this Sunday!

Below zero temperatures overnight has the terrain dry powdery and compact on groomed runs North westerly wind conditions across all resorts today should be generally light at around 20km hr which should see most lifts operational and the Stomping Ground Terrain Park open Wind chill is down to around minus 19 up top with a maximum temperature of minus 4 degrees at the base Visibility is variable with a mostly cloudy day ahead For out of boundary skiing and boarding click on the link to the skihanazono com website for the latest avalanche and gate information

Adaptive Skiing Enables Those With Disabilities To Hit The Slopes

A program at an Indiana ski hill is designed to help those with disabilities to ski

chris gratton

chris gratton

odu towson

odu beats towson

Niseko Hanazono snow report 03/02/09

Out of Gate 5 yesterday down to Hanazono saw some awesome deep powder stashes It is another beautiful wintry morning of fresh snow to wake up to 15cms fell here at the base with more falling at the top runs and filling tracks

Fantastic Five, 02/02/09

Fantastic Five 02 02 09

Tulare Chamber of Commerce Leader Killed in Skydiving Accident

Jennifer McCoun died Saturday while skydiving in the Hollister area