Friday, July 11, 2014
Mt Buller & Mt Stirling’s Newspaper PH: (03) 5775 2115
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S Ski Club history — Page 6
OVER SNOW RIDES: For the first time on Mt Buller dog sled rides will be offered during August and September.
S Social — Pages 8 & 9
S Mark Adams Day — Page 12
INDEX Skier profile ................P4 Snowboarder profile ..P7
Sled dog tours set to wow visitors at Mt Buller FOR the very first time dog sled rides will be delivered by internationally renowned Australian Sled Dog Tours. Mt Buller has diversified its product offering this year through the introduction of the dog sled rides. The tours will be available throughout August and September, using a team of 21 strong purebred Siberian Huskies to take guests on trails around the resort, enabling them to enjoy breathtaking alpine scenery and take in some unique views of
Attentive Staff
Team of 21 strong purebred Siberian Huskies will take guest on trails around the resort for 45 minute tours the Mt Buller Village. Mt Buller Mt Stirling Resort Management director of marketing, sales and business development, Amber Gardner, is looking forward to having another exciting product to offer guests. “Here at Mt Buller we’re always striving to give our visitors the best experience possible both on and off the slopes, and
Convenient Location
this snow season offers more than ever with the addition of sled dog tours,” Amber said. “It’s a really special activity that allows guests to truly immerse themselves in the alpine environment, and see parts of the resort that they wouldn’t normally be able to access.” Australian Sled Dog Tours will cater for couples, adults
Competitive Rates
and children, with tours running for 45 minutes. Tours include a meet and greet with the Huskies, a photo session and sled dog tour. Each sled allows for two to five people per tour. All tours also include information sessions on the tradition of sled dog racing and its history in Australia. Making the experience even
more memorable, Australian Sled Dog Tours produce merchandise for guests to purchase including photos of Huskies, calendars, miniature model sled dog teams, along with Husky toy puppies and postcards. Prices start at $155 per adult and $80 per child (3–13 years) or $400 for a family of four (2 adults and 2 children). For further details or to make a booking visit the website www.sleddogtours.com.au or call lead musher Brett Hadden on 0418 230982.
Long Opening Hours
Excellent Equipment
Long opening hours, competitive rates, fast professional fitting and quality hire equipment are the cornerstones of the service provided by the Grimus Ski Centre. Forgotten your hat, gloves, goggles, sunscreen or just need a souvenir? Take a browse in the boutique.
Need your own skis or snow board repaired or tuned? The Wintersteiger Microjet Disc and our service technicians are on hand to bring your skis back to perfection either over lunch or overnight.
Whether beginner or expert, skier or snowboarder, the Grimus Ski Centre has the right equipment for your needs. Experienced fitting staff offer excellent advice and friendly service to ensure you have the most suitable gear.
Located at the end of Breathtaker Road right next to the Holden 6-seat chairlift on Bourke Street. Take the free village shuttle from your lodge right to the door. Convenient carry bags are available to easily transport your hire gear back to your lodge.
224 Breathtaker Road
HIRE ON MOUNTAIN FOR HASSLE-FREE CONVENIENCE
Tel: 5777 6990 or 5777 6396
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GRIMUS SKI CENTRE
www.pensiongrimus.com.au