Bear Valley, Calif., (December 16, 2015) – Bear Valley will be open 7 days a week from 9am to 4pm each day starting Friday December 18, 2015. To celebrate, Bear Valley is offering 50% discounts on lift tickets, lessons and accommodations Friday only. There will also be fun holiday activities all week long. Bear Valley has received 37 inches of snowfall so far this season. The front side lifts (Kuma, Cub, Supercub, Koala, Panda and Cub Carpets) will be open on Friday, and Polar Express on the backside is scheduled to open on Saturday, December 19.

Bear Valley is offering special pricing this Friday, including a $36 lift ticket. Tickets must be purchased online in advance by Thursday at midnight at http://www.bearvalley.com/tickets.
There’s also season pass holder special guest ticket: $36 at the window with pass present Friday December 18 only. Other specials include a Two for One group lessons (ages 9 and up – 2 people, must be used the same day/lesson time) for Friday only at the sales counter.

There’s also savings available at Bear Valley Lodge this weekend. Ski Friday and save up to 35% on 2-night hotel stay (Thursday 12/17-Saturday 12/19). You must present Friday lift ticket and advanced reservations are required by calling 209-753-2327.

Bear Valley Village will be hosting Holiday Happenings from December 18-24, featuring fun holiday activities for the entire family, including a visit by Santa, movie night, cooking decorating, caroling and more. For more information, visit: http://www.bearvalley.com/events/holiday-happenings

About Bear Valley Mountain & Bear Valley Village
Bear Valley Mountain and Village is the premier family mountain sports and lodging destination in the Central Sierra. Located between Yosemite and Lake Tahoe on National Scenic Byway Highway 4, and surrounded by two of California’s largest federally designated wilderness areas, outdoor activities in Bear Valley are abundant. Bear Valley Resorts is known for its warm, welcoming staff, affordable ticket prices, a variety of terrain, and a commitment to providing the ultimate mountain experience. The ski and board area offers 1,680 acres of varied terrain, more than 70 trails, two terrain parks featuring more than 18 features, and 1,900 vertical feet. Bear Valley averages over 30 feet of annual snowfall per year. Bear Valley Village is home to a variety of services, shops, restaurants and a wide range of accommodations. Winters provide skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, sledding, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Hiking, fishing, cycling, rock climbing, kayaking, camping and a variety of cultural events make for a perfect summer of activities. More information is available at www.bearvalley.com.

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