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Mount Bachelor Mountain Resort, Oregon, is ringing out the 23/24 season with a fun weekend that sees the return of its annual North American Pond Skimming Championships. On Sunday, May 26, the resort will have its final day of the 23/24 season, featuring the epic 100-foot long pond. Be quick though as only 100 registered skimmers will be able to compete for the title as well as a 24/25 season pass. Each registered participant will get one run which will be judged by a panel of local celebrity judges.
RULES:
- Open to ages 13+
- Helmets are mandatory for all participants
- Only one skimmer will be permitted to skid across the pond at a time (no group skimming)
- Skis, Boards, Snowskates (with leash), and Snowblades are all permitted — no poles and no Snow Bikes — skimmers must remain in control at all times
- Costumes are highly encouraged…the whackier and wilder, the better (just please keep it PG and tasteful)
- No alcoholic beverages are permitted within the event area
PRIZES:
To top it all off…the best of the best from each category will be sliding away the ultimate prize, more skiing at Mount Bachelor (winners will be determined based on a single scored run):
- Overall Winner – Season Pass for Winter 2024/25 & a GoPro Hero 12
- Best Dressed – Spring Pass for Winter 2024/25
- Fresh Steezed (Best Style) – 4-Day Pass for Winter 2024/25
REGISTRATION:
Registration will open on May 15 at 12:00 p.m. PST. Get your spot before it fills up!
$40 entry fee
A donation of $10 from each entry fee sold will go to the Mt. Bachelor Play Forever Fund in our commitment to protect the environment and support the community. Ages 13+ are welcome! No lift ticket is required or necessary in order to participate. No day of entry — no exceptions. All competitors must have completed a digital waiver at the time of registration. No cancellations, refunds, or transfers.
Check-in: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the Mt. Bachelor tent in West Village Base Area
Event Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. check-in / 11:00 a.m. event start
CLOSING WEEKEND ZIPTOURS
The resort will also be opening its Zip Line Tours for closing weekend, May 24-26. Don’t miss out on this chance to shred and soar on Mount Bachelor all in one day. There is limited availability, so secure your spot today.
