VertFest 2010 is ON!

YES!  VertFest 2010 is happening!
...and we need your participation to pull it off!

The fourth annual VertFest will be held at Alpental on Saturday, March 6th 2010.  We truly appreciate Crystal Mountain and all their efforts and energy in previous years.  We’ve had to scale the event back this year due to some budget restraints and truly hope that everyone pulls together in support of Friends of the Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center and a love for uphill/downhill adventures.

We have set up pre-registration at:
Brown Paper Tickets

Registration will also be available the day of the event via cash or check.

Full event details can be found at:

2010 VertFest Event Info

Outdoor Research, Alpental Ski Area, Pro Guiding Service, Osprey Packs, SOL Sunguard, Clif Bar, Nikwax, Petzl and a host of other supporters are stepping up to make this event happen.

The tradition continues with this winter celebration of backcountry culture and a chance to test your stamina in a fun uphill /downhill ski race.  The beer (and RAFFLE PRIZES !) will be flowing after racers cross the finish line, so come join in the festivities and catch up with your friends even if you don’t tape on a bib number.  There will also be a companion rescue clinic offered by John Stimberis to build your snow-safety know-how. All proceeds from the day will benefit the Friends of the Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center.  While there is only one Vertfest this year, mark your calendars! It’s going to be a good one!


Please let me know should you have any questions.  Thank you for supporting Friends of the Avalanche Center and the backcountry community!

NWAC VertFest

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT, PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!

Jeff Greenwell
Outdoor Research
jeffg@outdoorresearch.com

while I am glad that we are still a go, I am seriously bummed about Crystal being out. I have "competed" all three years at my local mountain (enumclaw dude), and since my ski streak ended this summer (128 months, MCL tear), this vertfest streak was close to my heart. I guess I'll suck it up and go to Alpy, but it just won't be the same.

I guess I'll suck it up and go to Alpy, but it just won't be the same.

Nope, it'll be better.

Hey all,

We are really hoping to get a handle on Vertfest numbers earlier this year.  If you are planning to race, please buy your ticket sooner than later.  And if you are on the fence...don't be!  It might feel like summer in the city right now, but winter isn't over, and with only one Vertfest this year, we are counting on everyone to show up for a good time to keep the tradition alive...and show your love for NWAC!

Tickets here .

Hey there Vertfesters!

We are just a bit over one week away from the 4th Annual VertFest!  A lot of you have asked some great questions over the last few days.  Please take a look at this post and continue to feel free to email me if you have any further questions. 

Sign-up can be done one of two ways.

You can currently sign up at Brown Paper Tickets

The second option is to RSVP here and bring cash or check with you to the event

Our sponsors have really stepped it up this year and are offering some great raffle prizes and rewards for your efforts!  We are very pleased to announce that the good folks at Full Sail Brewing in Hood River, OR will be the adult beverage sponsor for 2010!

Osprey Packs has been kind enough to supply us with the following raffle items:

Kode 22 Sidecountry Pack
Talon 33 Adventure Pack
Variant 37 Ski, Rock and Ice Pack

Black Diamond is giving away a
Covert AvaLung + a Quickdraw Guide Probe and Deploy 7 Shovel!

Outdoor Research is ready to give away Outside Magazine Buyers Guide cover model extraordinaire Ethos Jacket and a ton of other give-aways!

K2 Skis is raffling off a pair of its new BackSide Skis!

NuuN , Cliff Bar , Nikwax and Sol Sunguard are all providing great give-aways to racers!

....and the winner is.....
Here is the breakdown of prizes:

Race Category: Men's and Women's (Two Laps)
1st place - $200.00
2nd place - $100.00
3rd place - $50.00

Rec Category Men's andWomen's (One Lap)
1st place - $100.00
2nd place - $75.00
3rd place - $50.00

Splitboard Category Men's and Women's (One Lap)
1st place - $100.00

50+ Category Men's and Women's (One Lap)
1st place - $100.00

If you are participating in Splitboard or 50+ and want to do two laps you have to register in the Race Category.

Please let me know if you have any questions.  THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

jeff greenwell
Outdoor Research
jeffg@outdoorresearch.com

is there a tele cat this year?