Be the first to hit the slopes this season. Season 2013 is officially open on Saturday June 8 - don't miss it!
Come and Try biathlon at the Whiskey Flat Biathlon Range from 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm. 12 years above and FREE.
Can't ski or board? Doesn't matter! This is the week to learn a new sport and show off to your friends! Hit the slopes for a week of exciting activities where you can hone your snowsports skills with our team of dedicated ski instructors, then brush up on your mountain knowledge with some trivia after you speak to our snowmaking and grooming experts. Accommodation and lift pass deals are on offer this week so stay tuned to find out more! Click here for more information.
There are a number of full-time and part-time positions to join the Hotham Snowsports Centre as a ski or snowboard instructor for the 2013 season. In order to assess all applicants as fairly as possible, the Hotham Snowsports Centre will be conducting dedicated and separate Skills Clinics for ski and snowboard (both for first-time instructors and instructors with experience) over 2 days. Click here for further information.
Come and Try biathlon at the Whiskey Flat Biathlon Range from 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm. 12 years above and FREE.
Come and celebrate Harry's birthday at the Big D with his live show, party games and birthday cake! FREE.
Watch as the Winter night ski lights up during the highest fireworks display in Australia. Fireworks shows are held at Hotham's Summit Ski Run. Best viewing from near the Summit Trainer or across the road near Zirky's and Hotham Central.
The school holiday programa are designed to develop all round freestyle race and mountain snowboarding skills. Riders will have the opportunity to compete in the Australian Junior Series, Victorian Interschools, Interschool Nationals, the A la Carte in the Park Series, Hotham SBX Festival and more. Cost: $795
http://hothamsnowboarders.com.au/
To welcome the snow and the opening of the Basin Rail Park, Hotham is hosting a rail jam to get you into full swing for the A la Carte in the Park series set to launch this season. Pre-registration at Boardbox or Guest Services in Hotham Central.
The school holiday programs are designed to develop all round freestyle race and mountain snowboarding skills. Riders will have the opportunity to compete in the Australian Junior Series, Victorian Interschools, Interschool Nationals, the A la Carte in the Park Series, Hotham SBX Festival and more. Cost: $795
http://hothamsnowboarders.com.au/
The chance for 7-14 year olds to benefit from 6 hours instruction each day focused on Hotham's natural terrain. Spend time in the park and on the bumps. Includes two video sessions and lunch for $811 (lift ticket additional). Open to advanced skiers and riders.
Hotham's park crew are gearing up for the second entree to our A la Carte in the Park Series for 2013 with the Cheese & Crackered Rail Jam! Come and watch as the crew show off their skills. If you're keen to join in, register at Boardbox or Guest Services in Hotham Central.
Spend the July school holidays exploring the mountain with our Cruz the Blues passport event. Take on the mountain over three select weekends. Get your passport stamped at the checkpoints and go in the running to win a multitude of weekly prizes plus a grand prize giveaway at the end. Open to all ages, this program is a fun way for groups and families to discover what Hotham Alpine Resort has to offer - and win! See www.hotham.com.au/passport for the latest updates.
You can Cruz the Blues and Conquer the Blacks on one or all of the following weekends:
Competition heats up again with the Tasmanian schools competing against each other on Hotham's tough terrain. The Tassie Interschools championships take place over two days, with each school battling it out to prove they are the best on the slopes.
Help raise money by donating a small amount to Merlin's Magic Wand - providing magical experiences to ill, disabled, or disadvantaged children. www.merlinsmagicwand.org
Try before you buy this weekend at the SkiMag Demo Weekend. Major brands will be available to trial at the top of the Village Chair. Register to test the latest models for two days and receive a goodie bag and subscription to the SkiMag.
Check out the Victorian Biathlon Championships at the Whiskey Flat Biathlon Range this weekend. Contestants ranging in age from 12 to 60+ will compete in a sprint event on Saturday and a mass start event on Sunday to reveal the 2013 Victorian biathlon champions! $20 for participants and free for spectators.
Hotham hosts the Frosty Fruits Ski Trip with plenty of groomed fun both on and off the slopes. New in 2013 are short stay and long stay options. Enjoy a quick visit from 25 July - 28 July or make the most of it and stay for the week from 26 July - 2 August. For more information visit the Points of Difference website.
Held at the Big D colosseum, Pea Brain Soup Big Air gives contestants from around Australia the chance to get together and wow the crowd with big air and impressive jumps. Part of the A la Carte in the Park Series, this event is not one to be missed!
Hotham will again be hosting two international Giant Slalom races on the famous Snake Gully showcasing the highest level of Alpine Ski Racing in the Southern Hemisphere. Come and cheer on our nation's top Alpine racers. Olympians and National Team athletes from 18 countries will compete to improve their world ranking and for the title of ANC Champion.
See the Navy, Army and RAAF battle it out on the slopes for on-snow supremacy in Slalom, Giant Slalom and Snowboard Cross disciplines.
Fine tune your technique at the 2013 Ocean Spray Women's Week from 29 July - 2 August. 5 day and 3 day options available. Ski or snowboard with like minded ladies and receive tips from our best female instructors. Optional sessions on women's equipment, ski alignment and tuning, Pilates, plus a massage at the White Spa. Click here for more information.
Dig out your best retro ski suit and don the neon colours for Retro Day! Please donate a small amount to help our dedicated Ski Patrol and on-mountain Medical Centre.
The Australian Biathlon Championships is being held at the Whiskey Flat Biathlon Range this weekend. Contestants ranging in age from 12 to 60+ will compete in an individual event on Saturday and a sprint event on Sunday to reveal the 2013 Australian biathlon champions! $20 for participants and free for spectators.
The Legendary Hot-Ham Banked Slalom Event is back for 2013! This Snowboard only event is set to challenge riders as they race against the clock down Gun Barrel for the best time. Pre-registration will be at the Hotham Events Desk on the Hotham Central tickets counter or via events@hotham.com.au
Located in the picturesque village of Dinner Plain, 350 sled dogs will race for the top prize in the Advance Sled Dog Challenge. This is Australia's only snow-based sled dog race and is not one to be missed! See www.sleddogchallenge.com for the latest updates.
We're very excited to welcome the Police Winter Games back to Hotham for 2013. Come and watch as Australian police, past and present, team up and hit the slopes for some friendly competition on the snow!
Come and enjoy the spectacular action of some of the world's best! Cheer on your favourite olympians as they battle it out over two days against other internationals in the 2013 FIS ANC Ski-X championships on Hotham's Rider-Cross course.
The next course to Hotham's 'A La Carte in the Park' series. Pre-registrations are at Guest Services or Boardbox at Hotham Central. Final registrations will be on Friday 16 August. Helmets compulsory.
Watch the pros compete for the FIS ANC SBX Championship this weekend. Hotham's cross course is built to National standards and 2 FIS races will be held over 2 days. Training will be held the day prior to the event. Stay tuned for details on Futures Camp.
Help support a worthy cause at the Breast Cancer Network Australia Fundraiser on the last day of Winter. Donate a little or a lot to help women and their families suffering with breast cancer and wear a touch of pink to show your support.
Enjoy the longer days and warmer weather of spring with games, activities and much more. There's something for everyone - the perfect time to plan a trip with the family.
Hotham is once again hosting the SSA Australian Children’s Championships with racing over three days. Stay tuned to www.skiandsnowboard.org.au for the latest updates.
Can't Ski or Board? Doesn't matter! This is the week to learn a new sport and show of to your friends! Hit the slopes for a week of exciting activities where you can hone your snowsports skills with our team of dedicated ski instructors, then brush up on your mountain knowledge after you speak to our snowmaking and grooming experts. Accommodation and lift pass deals are on offer this week so stay tuned to find out more! Click here for more information.
Hotham's '2013 A La Carte in the Park' series will come to an end with the final course, Spring Sessions Sorbet Slope Style at the Summit Terrain Park. Registration and bib collection from Guest Services or the Boardbox in Hotham Central.
The 2013 Hotham Spring Cup will test your skills both on the slopes and on the green as individuals or teams of three take on Hotham's Sun Run on Saturday 15 and the Bright Country Club on Sunday 16 September. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to celebrate the beginning of Spring!
