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By Liam Verster

Ski Season

SilverStar’s backside open, night skiing starts Friday

Dec 12, 2024 | 4:29 PM

More skiable terrain has opened at SilverStar Mountain Resort.

The resort said it opened it’s backside runs and lifts Thursday, Dec. 12.

The backside was able to open as the mountain’s snow base was recorded at 77 centimetres.

SilverStar was also preparing to open it’s Night Skiing, starting Friday, Dec. 13, and Saturday, Dec. 14.

The Gondola and Silver Queen chair lifts will be open for night skiing, with SilverStar adding its Bannister Night Park, with 14 features, will also be open.

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Snow and groomed run conditions can be found at SilverStar’s website.

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