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posted on 26-06-2008 Eastern Townships Tourism launches a big photo contest. In order to participate, just send in a picture of a place where you would like to be more often with a short text explaining why you would like to be there more often. The grand prize winner will be presented with a Zone Image camera worth 1000$. Persons finishing second, third and fourth will each be offered stays in luxury hotels in the Eastern Townships.Send your photo and text, by mail, to Journal La Tribune, 950, Roy St., Sherbrooke (Québec) J1K 2X8 or, by e-mail at concours@latribune.qc.ca. The contest ends on July 30. All details on the website www.cantonsdelest.com posted on 25-06-2008 A new service! Cyclists who are too tired to peddle any further, who have broken down or who simply don't want retrace their route, can now call the taxi-velo - a " bike taxi " - to get them back to base. This innovative service is available all along the designated bike trails, every single day, around the clock. You don't even have to book in advance. Just call and a taxi will come to pick you up within the hour. The vehicles can carry four cyclists and their bikes. And the cost? $40 for the first 30 kilometres and $1.45 for every kilometre thereafter. To order a taxi-vélo, call 1-877-766-VELO (8356). Three companies already offer this service : Taxi Magog-Orford, Taxi de Sherbrooke Inc. and Taxi Union Granby posted on 27-04-2008 The ski season is over and now gives away to Summer.
The season behind us was a good one (see complete news) and now it is time make the beat of your Summer! Here are a few of the numerous activities in Sutton: hicking and camping on the Park's trail, Treego à d' Arbre en Arbre Sutton, rental of the bar Le Tucker and chalets with or without a chairlift ride for your private events and all the other activities in the vilage and around.
Wishing you all a great Summer! posted on 23-04-2008 An other wonderful season behind us To be remembered from the 2007-2008 season at SUTTON:
SUTTON never sleeps To not miss on anything in Sutton this Summer, visit the section "Activities at SUTTON" for the activities at the mountain and "Activities in the area" for all the activities around. posted on 22-04-2008 The least one can say is that SUTTON is very much appreciated. In addition, some persons wanted to underline their satisfaction in a personal manner. Certainly, the ski conditions and view are extolled. However, it is the quality of the employees which this year created the most enthusiasm. Parking and chairlift staff, Ambassador-guides, member of the ski patrol, staff in the kitchens or at the ticket office, the whole personnel deserves praises for its good mood and helpfulness.
Some examples of comments: « I congratulate you on the quality of your messages regarding ski conditions. One can see that they are done by persons who know their job! »
J.-P.F. « The person in the parking is dynamic and smiling. This starts well the day. »
R.C. Staff at the ticket office show a nice smile. Service is friendly, quick and efficient. »
D.L. « The person who works at the lift is very sympathetic and always in a good mood. Other members of the personnel were always very nice too. »
R.C. «The flow (of skiers) did not stop the cook or the cashier from smiling
D.L. « At the restaurant, we were not in the good row, but we never felt impatience from this employee. »
P.B. « We witnessed friendly relations between the ski school members and the customers. »
R.C. «Pleasure, smiles… thanks to the Protection Officers and our Ambassador Guide for such a marvellous day. »
E.P. and P. «The service you provide is extraordinary and makes us benefit more from our day. »
M.B. " My most important memory, the one which will make me come back to SUTTON, is the smile and the kindness of all the employees. Bravo for the courtesy. "
A.P. Thanks to these persons who took the time to express their contentment. SUTTON, My Mountain Resort! is happy to thank the personnel for their devotion and their spirit from all of you. Thank you again. posted on 21-04-2008 Several photographs were taken during events, the school breaks, as well as during nice days of the season. Some pictures were sent to us via our Website, by people like you who wanted to share memorable moments and by some precious partners such as Dominique Fillion who took most photographs posted on the Website for the Snow on the Beach, Andy Lamarre a deeply-rooted lover of the station and Ambassador Guide, Denis Bouvier a passionate skier, member of the ski patrol and amateur photographer on spare time... just to name a few.
Go to "Photo Album " and visit the different “Albums” available: Season 2007-2008, Pictures of all the races (from the Club), Rodeofest, Marvellous Woods, etc.
You have found a picture you wish to keep? Just click on the photograph and then click on the right button of your mouse and safeguard! Nice memories to be printed or used as wallpapers while waiting for the next season! posted on 09-04-2008
Tucker T-Shirts for sale at the bar Le Tucker.
posted on 06-04-2008 The Transport Collectif gives you a chance to come ski SUTTON from many near town (Cowansville, Dunham, Glen Sutton and more when requested). The service is offered twice times daily and cost $5,50. For more information, go on the web page "Getting There". posted on 03-04-2008 To busy to ski to fully take advantage of your privileges as a member...
Then, here is for you the list of all the "Summer 2008" advantages for 7 days SUTTON's season pass holders!
New advantages could be announced shortly; come back to visit often. * Does not apply to the Special Student 18-25 two by two card, discounts are available on regular prices only, offers are subject to change without notice. ** Click here to see 07-08 advantges for SUTTON's members. SUTTON's team is already working on the 08-09 advantages and VIP evening which should be revealed sometimes in July. posted on 28-03-2008 March 15th and 16th of this year, on 2008, SUTTON, My Mountain Resort! organized the Rodeofest. It is the biggest Freestyle competition in the Eastern Townships. The event lasted a whole weekend and presented a Big Air, a Best Trick and a Slope Style. A hundred riders, professionals and amateurs, took part in the event. The audience was dazzled by their jumps and their tricks.
The winning amateur skiers were Kevin Poirier, Philippe Cormier and Renaud Robert. Amateur surfers Maxence Parrot, Michael Legendre and Alex Beauregard also took first place. Among the pros, Dominic Laporte-Côté, Paul Bergeron and Michael Ness were judged the best. About $10,000 in grants and prizes were distributed.
The 2008 Edition of the Rodeofest was a success for SUTTON, My Mountain Resort!, as well as for the athletes and the audience and proves that its reputation of best Freestyle event still remains.
Click on the following link to see pictures and videos:
33mag.com http://www.piktur-this.com/mainfr/indexrev4.html (Option Rodeofest)
Crux magazine's images to come soon
Podium Extreme's dates for next year's show with images of this Rodeofest to be announced soon.
Some others could be added later on... come back here to see! posted on 20-03-2008 The code lists a series of to do practices by the station to preserve the environment. Of course, the staff has been recycling cans, asking bus drivers to shut down their motors, buying phosphate-free detergents, and so on, for a long time.
Recently, SUTTON has added even more significant actions to the list such as the installation of new thermostats, purchasing snow guns that consume less energy and publicizing carpooling, such as the March 25 “Carpooling Day”. Right now, the resort is studying the possibility of adding more energy-efficient snow guns and turning restaurant residues into compost.
Find here the document "SUTTON's Conscience" with some concrete actions of the moutain. posted on 10-03-2008  We enjoyed a very good performance of our racers at the K2 Critérium, held at Mont Grand Fonds in the beautiful Charlevoix region. For the first day, we were treated to good performances in Super G from our boys; a 7th place for William Schuessler-Bédard, a 16th for Olivier Garceau, a 33rd for Vincent Bissonnette and a 59th for Olivier Lavigueur. Regarding the girls, Alexina Lamoureux began the Critérium with a 6th place followed by Hilary Bonneville for a 20th place, Stephanie Terriault for a 28th place, Michèle Laflamme for a 57th place and Amélie Tremblay for a 62nd place. Frédérique Morrissette unfortunately did not finish the race. For the second day, the first day of the Giant Slalom series, the girls have continued to perform with a 2nd place for Alexina Lamoureux and two girls in the top 15. As for the boys, their performances were more modest with the best result being a 27th place for William Schuessler-Bédard. The good results have continued to accumulate among the girls during the 2nd day of the Giant Slalom with Alexina Lamoureux for a 3rd place, Hilary Bonneville for an 8th place and Stephanie Terriault for a 12th place. The boys have performed better this second day of Giant Slalom with an 8th place for William Schuessler-Bédard, a 22nd for Olivier Garceau, a 25th for Vincent Bissonnette and a 55th for Olivier Lavigueur. The first day of Slalom took place on the 4th day. Hilary Bonneville began the series with a 3rd place followed by Stephanie Terriault for 9th place and Amélie Tremblay for a 31st place. For the boys, note the superb performances of William Schuessler-Bédard for a 2nd place and Vincent Bissonnette for a 15th place. And finally, the fifth day to crown it all: the gold medal in slalom of Alexina Lamoureux and the 4th place of Hilary. For the boys, William Schuessler-Bédard finished 8th, Olivier Garceau 27th and Olivier Lavigueur 48th. The Super Kombi discipline, a virtual race, combined the 1st day’s Super G with the 4th day’s Slalom. Again, we were treated to a superb performance with a 4th place for William Schuessler-Bédard and a 2nd place for Alexina Lamoureux. Finally, the general standings: a great performance from Sutton! For the boys, we find William Schuessler-Bédard in 6th place followed by Olivier Garceau in 28th, Vincent Bissonnette in 33rd and Olivier Lavigueur in 61st. For the girls, Alexina Lamoureux ranked 2nd, Hilary Bonneville 4th, Stephanie Terriault 12th, Amélie Tremblay 55th, Frédérique Morrissette 72nd and Michèle Laflamme 76th. Congratulations to all the SUTTON racers who participated in the Critérium. Good luck to Alexina Lamoureux, Hilary Bonneville, Stephanie Terriault and William Schuessler Bédard who, with their magnificent results, have qualified for the Canadian Championships to be held at Silver Star in Vernon BC from March 24th to March 28th 2008! Good luck also to our 11-12 year olds who have qualified last Sunday in Orford for the K1 Provincial Championship, to be held from March 14th to March 16th in the Quebec region at Stoneham and at Le Relais: Mégane Tanguay, Catherine Alain Aurélie Desjardins-Michaud and Jean-Philippe Desmarais. Click on the following link to consult the latest detailed competition results:
Results of March 15 & 16 Results of the Criterium Results of the 1 and 2 March Resultsof February 23rd and 24th All the other races. posted on 05-03-2008 On Monday, March 3rd, at Georgian Peaks, Ontario, a Pontiac GMC Cup competition of giant slalom was presented. Alexis Moquin-Papin, a member of the Sutton Ski Club won the race, his first victory ever, in 1: 40: 73.
" I am really satisfied", said Alexis. I attacked and I took advantage of the good skiing I did during training, this week . The skier from Sherbrooke was delighted that his efforts finally paid off with a victory. Four other young Quebecers were among the 10 first skiers. The Cup Pontiac GMC Cup is a Canadian series of races aiming at developing future champions. It helped certain members of the present Canadian Ski Team such as François Bourque. The Pontiac GMC organize events leading to the Pontiac GMC Cup Championships The first championship races of the 2008 Edition took place in Whistler, British Columbia, in February. The next ones will take place at Mont Sainte-Anne, Le Relais and Stoneham between March 18 and March 23. Further information: www.skiquebec.qc.ca/news/153
posted on 03-03-2008 The Website of the SUTTON, My Mountain Resort ! is getting more and more practical!
A new FREE section has just been added for you to post your ads and carpooling offers or requests.
This new section also called "Access SUTTON" is very easy to surf and use. The first time, the user fills a short questionnaire of identification before moving to the window where to write his message. Subsequently, typing his password is enough to get in.
From now on, you will be able to put up for sale either some ski or snowboarding equipment or pieces of furniture or even a vehicle. As for the carpooling option, leave a message or read it to find somebody who will bring you to Sutton or with whom to share the expenses of the trip. posted on 20-02-2008 Congratulations to all the athletes that qualified for the provincial championships:
Click on the following link to consult the latest detailed competition results:
Results of February 16th and 17th Results of February 2nd and 3rd
Results of January 25th to 29th Congratulations to all participants! Follow the different races at SUTTON on the section activities at SUTTON. posted on 20-02-2008 Ski-Snooze-Ski Package
A great package from 75$. This package with a night stay, a breakfast and a day and a half of skiing during the week could surely make more than one happy! The package is also available for 2 nights, 2 breakfast and 2 1/2 weekdays of skiing from139$. All kinds of lodging are available: ski-in/ski-out, spas, inns with cozy restaurant and many others. Click here to consult the lodging. Offer valid Monday to Thursday inclusively. Rate per person based on double occupancy. Taxes extras, except for the B&B Vert Le Mont (taxes included). Certain conditions apply. 1 ½ Weekdays When you buy a regularly priced full day lift ticket after 12 p.m. Monday through Friday, you’ll receive a free second weekday lift ticket for your next visit for the current season. Promotion valid on all categories. 5 days for only $ 117
Children of 6 to 13 years old can ski 5 days for only 117 $ with the SUTTON 5 promotion ; students (14-25) and (65 years old and more) at $ 147 and adults at $ 206. Taxes included. You are a CAA Member?
From Monday to Friday, on presentation of your CAA card, get 20% discount on the regular price of your adult day lift ticket. La carte blanche
Get your carte blanche to taste two mountains and savings. One of the best deals on the street! All details and lists of distribution here. Ini-ski and ini-surf
This program includes a lesson, equipment, and lift privileges. Take advantage of this value-packed program up to 3 times. Reservation required at the SUTTON Ski and Surf School. 1 person: Iniski / Iniblade $ 62 and Inisurf $ 72 (1 hr lesson) 2 people: Iniski / Iniblade $ 52 / pers. and Inisurf $ 62/pers. (1 hr lesson) 3 people or more: Iniski / Iniblade $ 49 / pers. and Inisurf $ 59 / pers. (1 ½ hr. lesson) Saving on rental car to SUTTON Save also to get to the slopes of SUTTON, special rates for the hill with ENTERPRISE car rental. All the details on the page promotions. posted on 23-01-2008 SUTTON, My mountain resort! breaks new ground by offering outstanding business training outdoors on its ski trails. Organizations now have the chance to profit from effective business training, led by highly qualified professionals, in a totally different universe, far from the office and its interruptions, in a peaceful atmosphere where the spirit can flow. An adventure in learning where the participants will develop boldness, flexibility and many other skills. The specially adapted training stimulates motivation, builds and reinforces team spirit, promotes discussion, facilitates retention and provides easy follow-ups … By combining training with outdoor activities everybody benefits! posted on 06-11-2007 New snow guns for faster snow coverage
Sutton is adding to its snow covering equipment; new snow guns fixed and mobile to our snow covering equipment giving us a wider flexibility in our effort to make snow and a faster turn out in the abrupt temperature change and particularly with the milder temperature. Ambassador Guide to help you discover and appreciate our mountain
Ambassador guides will be available at no charge from 10:00 a. m. until 1:00 p.m. to help skiers in playing, learning and exploring new trails throughout this mountain. Chalet Altitude 520… a hidden treasure!
Close to SUTTON’s main chalet, directly at the bottom of the slopes, there is a place where you can order from a gourmet menu delightful French onion soup, new this year delicious pizza cooked in a stone oven and also tasty BBQ chicken, all of this in an authentic atmosphere and a little music. We are sharing the road, we carpool!
In continuing in preserving the environment SUTTON, My mountain resort! is innovating by supporting carpooling. You will find more information of this service on our web site montsutton.com. A new arrival in the snow park If you had the chance to see the new RODEOFEST rail last season, you will be happy to know that throughout the season, snow park users will have the opportunity to slide on the big wooden log. And more improvements for your ski destination: - Throughout the summer the town of Sutton worked on a new project totalizing an investment of 5.5 millions; - Domaine Tomali-Maniatyn is now a well deserved Five Sun (highest classification for the B&B); - Auberge & Spa West Brome now offers access to a majestic indoor pool completely glassed in; - Hotel & Condos Le Montagnard is building a new conference room and executive suits; - Auberge des Appalaches is totally renovated ; - New owners of the Golf et Auberge des Rochers bleus are renovating the hotel. |
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