NEWS FLASH
Today's World Pond Skimming Championships has officially been postponed due to major road closures and adverse weather conditions.
The event has been rescheduled to take place on
Sunday, April 19 from 2-5pm at Golden Peak on Vail Mountain.

Who will be performing at the SB2V headliner concert?
Fri., April 17 from 5-10pm – Chris Isaak
Sun, April 19 from 2-5pm – Live DJ at Pond Skimming BBQ
Sun, April 19 from 5-10pm – Of a Revolution (O.A.R.) presented by Bud Light
* Concerts will be free to the public and held on the International Bridge in Vail Village with the stage set up in front of Solaris.
* Concert-goers are encouraged to dress appropriately for the outdoor performances.
* Food and beverages will be available for purchase at each show.
* BBQ will be free to the public and featured at Golden Peak on Vail Mountain.

What competitions will take place during SBTV?
Tues., April 14 – Fri., April 17 8:30am-4:30pm – Breitling All Mountain Film Competition
Fri., April 17 10:30pm – Breitling Film Premier Party, Garfinkel’s in Lionshead Village
Sun, April 19– 7th Annual Tuaca World Pond Skimming Championships, Golden Peak on Vail Mountain
Tuaca World Pond Skimming Championships registration opened March 15, 2009!
Sat., April 18 – The Great Epic Giveaway, Vail Village
* Epic Giveaway Prizes include: VIP beach vacation for two (passport needed), a multitude of ’09-’10 EPIC passes, K2 and Liberty skis and lots more!

Where do I park?
You are highly encouraged to park free in both the Vail Village and Lionshead parking structures on the South Frontage Road. The Town of Vail also has an extensive public bus system. Please use it wisely and avoid drinking and driving at all costs. Vail PD, the Eagle County Sheriff, and the CO State Patrol have zero tolerance and will enforce DUI laws to the fullest! Street parking is not permitted until all public parking facilities are completely full.

What does the Breitling All Mountain Film Competition entail?
The Breitling All Mountain Film Competition is an a video contest, with teams of two aiming for the Grand Prize of two Breitling backcountry emergency watches valued at $12,000! Throughout 4 days of Vail Mountains' Spring Back to Vail celebration – the #1 Spring Mountain Party in North America – teams will utilize ANY TERRAIN possible in order to create the most unique and original 3 minute video part of the competition. Teams also have the chance to win two Epic Passes and additional prizes from industry leaders.

Can I watch the Breitling All Mountain Film Competition video entries and vote for my pick?
Filmmakers’ videos will be uploaded to REELcomp.com for viewers to access and email their voting preference. Various awards will be announced at Golden Peak on Saturday.

Will there be a professional judging division?
A select panel of judges will be chosen to view and judge the enter videos. The Breitling All Mountain Film Comp Champion Team will be announced at Golden Peak on Saturday.

What will the winning rider and filmmaker receive?
The entered riders and filmmakers will be competing for the chance to win two Breitling watches valued at $6,000 each. Also up for grabs are two (2) 2009-10 EPIC passes from Vail Resorts.

What exactly is Pond Skimming?
The "sport" of Pond Skimming involves finely tuned athletes attempting to defy the laws of physics and slide completely across a pond of freezing water on skis or a snowboard donning creative costumes. Click here for The World Pond Skimming Championships Rules.

How do I sign up for Pond Skimming?
We encourage those interested to register early as last year's event sold-out quickly. Registration opened March 15, 2009 and is now sold-out.

Is there a cost to participate in Pond Skimming?
Pond Skimmers of all ages and abilities can pre-register for the Championships online for $35. Last year's event sold-out quickly so remember to register early.

Where will the Pond Skimming take place?
The World Pond Skimming Championships will take place on the freezing waters of Lake Golden Peak at the base of Golden Peak on Vail Mountain.

Do I need to bring any equipment?
You must bring your own skis or snowboard, depending on your preferred watercraft. Costumes are definitely encouraged as a component of judging is based upon creativity. We will have lifeguards on duty for those who forget their water wings.

How will the Pond Skimming be judged?
A select panel of celebrity judges will score each contestant on distance, style, creativity, overall impression and water solubility. The more outrageous the better!

What are the prizes for placing in the top three at Pond Skimming?

1st - Two (2) ’09-’10 EPIC passes + The Golden Skimmer Award

2nd & 3rd Place - prizes TBA

Can I volunteer?
Highline Sports & Entertainment would love your help with Spring Back to Vail. If you are a trustworthy and hard worker, please call Greg Schwartz at (970) 328-7230 for current volunteer opportunities.

I'm interested in sponsoring or donating prizes to Spring Back to Vail, who do I contact?
Please contact James Deighan ext. 102 or Missy Johnson ext. 112 (missy@gohighline.com) at Highline Sports & Entertainment (970) 476-6797 if you would like to be a valued sponsor of Spring Back to Vail.

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