Progress on Swift Current 6

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This summer, Doppelmayr and Big Sky Mountain Operations are getting a head start on construction for the new Swift Current 6 chairlift.   Although Covid delayed the construction of Swift Current 6 to summer 2021, the resort is getting ahead of a tight construction cycle. Teams are beginning foundation work to set the stage for a full lift replacement during summer 2021.   The existing Swift Current chairlift will continue to run during the upcoming winter season. For those who did not get a chance to say goodbye to the Swifty quad last season, there will be a chance to do so this…

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Big Sky Mountain Biking For Beginners (Flow Trails Are Your Friend)

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By Annie Fast I recently got back into mountain biking and, wow, the game has changed! What changed? Two words—flow trails. These trails are an alternate to traditional technical trails; they’re generally machine-built wide and smooth, with banked turns and rolling terrain. And Big Sky Resort is packed with them. When you combine freeride trails with modern mountain bikes, it is seriously like a whole new sport—one everyone should try. If you’re just getting back…

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Face Coverings Required at Big Sky Resort

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Beginning Saturday, July 11, 2020, face coverings must be worn by all team members and guests when at Big Sky Resort. When visiting a public space at Big Sky Resort, the risk of being exposed to COVID-19 does exist.  Understanding that no reasonable efforts can eliminate possibilities of a virus being transmitted, we remain committed to taking every step to help protect the safety of our team members and guests.  The health and safety policies…

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Big Sky Resort Announces Updates to 2020-21 Season Passes

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Big Sky Resort has announced updates to 2020-21 season pass offerings to provide peace of mind and instill confidence about skiing and riding next season, and getting back to the sport that ties the Big Sky community together. WORRY-FREE WINTER ASSURANCE To ensure passholders are provided with a full winter for the 20-21 season, Big Sky Resort promises that the resort will operate for 140 days of skiing and riding. In the event that Big…

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Big Sky Resort Announces Summer Operations

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As the days get longer and warmer, Big Sky Resort will begin a phased opening for summer activities on Friday, May 22. Phase two of summer operations will begin on July 1. GOLF To kick off Memorial Day Weekend, Big Sky Resort Golf Course will open on Friday, May 22. Reservations for tee times are available online now. Golf memberships will be available online on Tuesday, May 12, providing season-long access at a discounted rate…

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