Mazama, WA

Mazama Washington has been eagerly awaiting snow storms to bring in fresh powder for prime cross country ski conditions. Below are great links and photos of the ski trails in Mazama. I stepped out of skis into snow only to be waist deep. Keep your skis on!

The trails were just awesome this morning with sunny gorgeous skies and plenty of snow.

For weather reporting in the mountains check out the Northwest Avalanche site http://www.nwac.us/

forr ski trail reports for the Mehtow Valley Sports Trail Association check out:http://www.mvsta.com/grooming2.html

For ski conditions and ticket prices at Loup Loup Ski Bowl check out. http://www.skitheloup.com/the_mountain/conditions/

Yes you heard that correctly, for all us slope dopes, Loup Loup is fully opened with all runs and chairs running. So come and get it because another big storm is supposedly on the way.

Here are images of Mazama this morning January 23, 2012:

Wondering about how to get a Christmas tree for that beautiful second home in Methow Valley? Are you spending Christmas in Seattle and then heading out to that vacation home of yours in Mazama, Wolf Creek, Winthrop Washington or Twisp this 2011 Christmas season?

Perhaps you would like to have a Christmas tree here too. Here is a fun, easy, very affordable way to find a christmas tree.

The Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest sells Christmas tree permits for just $5.00 and a brochure to show you where you can go. This helps thin our over grown forests and decorates your home.

Here is the website with more information for you: Christmas Tree Permits from Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest:

Decorating is easy, just grab a needle, thread popcorn and cranberries and vawla you have your natural tree and garland.

There are many convenient locations in Twisp, Winthrop and Mazama.

As luck would have it, the Windermere Real Estate Mazama Branch Office, where I work, is located right next to the Mazama Nordic Center.  This is the first of a series of blogs that will highlight hot ski tips, ski events, ski technology and just about everything in the Methow Valley world of winter land ski and fun. The Mazama Junction hosts one heck of a hot ski spot where your Methow Valley winter fun begins.  The Mazama Ski Shop delivers some of the most talented instructors for any level of skiing, the latest and specialized ski rental equipment, ski repair, ski waxing, skiis, ski supplies, and just a darn good all around time for everyone fortunate enough to drop in. 

Make sure to stop in, and say hi to the talented, knowledgeable and experienced staff in the Mazama Ski Shop Office.  What’s that, you say you are going to be up at the Sun Mountain area, no worries, there is a main shop right at the Sun Mountain Lodge. Oh you are going to be in Winthrop Washington also, no problem,  the Ski Shop Pro Team has you covered with Methow Cycle and Sport.

Here is this weeks video about Nordic ski tips:

Discipline: Skate Skiing

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Instructor: Kip Roberts

Looking for higher cruising speeds on the flats or a quick uphill technique, this V2 may be your answer.  This skill incorporates a well developed ability to balance and glide on one ski. 

More information:

Mazama Shop Hours Every Day 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Mazama Ski Shop Phone:  509 996 3744

Mazama Ski Shop Location: Mazama Junction

Website

Instructors Methow Valley Ski School

Methow Valley Nordic Ski Rentals

Methow Valley Nordic Ski Lessons

Other Methow Valley Nordic Ski Shop Locations 

You heard of the Bridges of Madison County well here are the bridges of Mazama. Mazama is really in Okanogan County. Mazama it is a rural town tucked up in North Central Washington and close to both the Pacific Crest Trail and the Canadian Border. We are just about 15 miles east of the Crest of the North Cascades and a popular destination for people longing for sun after a rainy season in the temperate rain forests of the beautiful coast and west side of Washington State. Mazama is also a world class destination because of the recreation we enjoy. Here are some pictures of the bridges along one of the most popular trails in Methow Valley for visitors and locals alike. Next time views along the trail!

Even now late fall Methow Valley 2011 the bike trails are just spectacular. Layers are a wise commodity as you can get quite a range in temperatures as you pedal along. Once that sun sets BRRRRR and when you first start out it can be a bit nippy so having layers, gloves, and a hat under the bike helmet are all good ideas. However before you know it you may be stripping off those layers as you find a nice healthy sweat forming after pedaling up a few of the hills in the area.

Here are some pictures of the trail itself, stay tuned for bridges of the Mazama Community Trail coming soon.

Knee deep in falling leaves late October 2011 Methow Valley

The neon bright orange pine needles on purple rock of the trails is like being in the middle of a Peter Max Poster.

The sparkly sections of the bike trail are made with recycled glass:

The Mazama trails are quite beautiful in their own right not to mention the spectacular views of the Methow Valley that are opening up more and more as the leaves start to fall. Here is just one of many eye candy on this special Methow Valley Bike Trail just minutes from the Mazama Core and suitable for all ages young and old.