Snow Sport Report

Alpine skiing

It’s “March Madness” at Schweitzer. Lift passes today just $10 with voucher from McDonald’s. Also: Winter Elderhostel for 55-and-older seniors is March 9-14. Info: (208) 263-9555

For the over-21 set: the Jackass Bar and Grille at Silver Mountain is hosting a beach party on Saturday, with drink specials, DJ, and party favors.

Achtung photographers: 49 Degrees North Photo Contest. Winner gets a ‘97 season pass. Entries due by March 31. Info: (509)935-6649

Saturday is International Women’s Day at Red Mountain in Rossland, BC. Lift discounts, info: (604) 362-7700

Deal-o’-the-week: Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in Alberta offers weeklong trips from $4,485 to $5,390. 100,000 feet of vertical and meals included. Sorry, fat skis cost extra - really. Info: (800) 661-9170

Nordic skiing

Forget about spring - 2 feet of snow fell on the Mt. Spokane State Park trails. After a broken axle was repaired, the groomer will operate through March 16. Dress warm - it’s windy. Updates: 238-4025

New snow at night, sunny days, and grooming through the end of March at Methow Valley trails. Updates: (800) 682-5787

Avalanche conditions in the Idaho Panhandle are moderate-to-high. Backcountry travelers should be careful on open terrain above 35 degrees. Updates: (208) 765-7323

Snowmobiling

After gobs of snow this week, the owners of the Resort at Mt. Spokane are expecting a good weekend of snowmobiling, Info: 238-9114

Great riding at Priest Lake. All trails have been groomed during the last week.