We’re up for one last proverbial “hurrah” if you are.  We will re-open this weekend, May 2nd and 3rd, with the Jet lift accessing The Jet and The Haynes (advanced terrain only).  Lift tickets will be $39 for Adults and $29 for Juniors - buy Saturday, get Sunday free.  Music will be playing and the BBQ will be sizzling at the base of the Jet Saturday and Sunday.  And oh, by the way, by purchasing a lift ticket this weekend, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a 2009/2010 season pass.  We’re looking forward to seeing you this weekend.

Forecasts are predicting high 60s/low 70s and sun for the coming weekend.  We’ve still got 50% + of our terrain open, $39 lift tickets and a BBQ and music on the deck starting Saturday at noon.  Join us.

The Vermont Department of Labor’s Project WorkSAFE Program is pleased to announce that DEW Construction of Williston, Vermont has met and successfully completed the requirements of the Saftety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) for the Jay Peak Ski Area Hotel Expansion Project.

DEW Construction and Project WorkSAFE, Vermont’s Occupational Safety and Health Consultation Program, began working on the certification process more than four months ago.

The SHARP program is a nationally recognized program implemented by several states under Federal OSHA.  The SHARP program recognizes small, high-hazard businesses which have exemplary safety and health programs.  Upon receiving SHARP certification, the workplace will be exempt from programmed inspections during the period that the SHARP certification is valid.

DEW will be Vermont’s fifth company to receive this award.  Currently, there are 1000 firms in the United States and 70 in New England with the SHARP certification.

For further information about the SHARP program or Project WorkSAFE, please visit the Vermont Department of Labor’s website:  www.labor.vermont.gov

Spring has sprung…or so they say.  Here at Jay we’re 95% open, more terrain than any other resort in VT, and wondering what all the fuss is about.  Check out our Hot Deals section for $69 lodging and discounted lift ticket rates, our nod to “Spring”.  Also on Saturday, our annual Pond Skimming will be happening - best costume will get you a 2009/10 season pass.  Check out Upcoming Events for all the details.

We want to see what you’ve got.  Tomorrow, April 11th, we will be throwing the 1st annual Jay Peak Tailgate Party in the Stateside Parking Lot.  At Noon, judges will be around to taste each and every dish that is created by you and/or your team.  Just remember creativity plays a very important part in this contest.  The winning person/team will receive a foursome of early season golf valued at $400.  Bring your A game.