January Jam - Terrain Park Event

WHITEFISH JANUARY JAM

This event will be either a slopestyle jam or a rail jam. If the weather cooperates and we have the jumps ready by January 11, we will have a Slopestyle Jam. If not, it will be a rail jam. In either event, riders will be given a set of features in the terrain park (suitable for ability levels) and a set amount of time to hit them as many times as possible to a panel of judges. Results will be based on the variety, difficulty, and style for each division.

LOCATION

• Check In – Located at the Events Office (3915 Big Mountain Road)
• Competitions – Held at Chair 3 / Whitefish Terrain Parks.
• Awards – Located at the Events Office

REGISTRATION & FEES

• Online pre-registration is required. Pre-registration closes 7:00am on event day.
• Single Event - $30
• Every participant must check-in to sign in, receive a bib, and flagging tape to designate your spin / ride direction.

CATEGORIES

All categories exist for both skiers and snowboarders. Categories may be combined if fewer than 3 competitors register in either class.

Competing in Lower Central Ave

• Top Class - Male Skier
• Top Class - Female Skier
• Top Class - Male Snowboard
• Top Class - Female Snowboard

Competing in Lower Central

• Amateur Class - Male Skier
• Amateur Class - Female Skier
• Amateur Class - Male Snowboard
• Amateur Class - Female Snowboard

Competing in the Depot Park OR Lower Central(ages 8-12 only)

• Grom Class - Male Skier
• Grom Class - Female Skier
• Grom Class - Male Snowboard
• Grom Class - Female Snowboard

SCHEDULE (subject to change)

• 7:00am - Mandatory Online Registration Closes
• 9:30am - 10:15am – Check-In outside the Events Office (3915 Big Mountain Road).
• 10:15am - 11:00 am – Inspection for ALL Competitors
• 11:15 am – Meeting for Open and Amateur Division Competitors
• Start - Top Class 11:30
• Start - Amateur Class - 12:15
• Start - Grom Class - 1:00
• (ladies event starts @ 2:30, ladies are also welcome to compete in both events)

JUDGING CRITERIA

We provide up to four judges for these competitions, each with years of terrain park riding and work experience. We base our scores on an overall impression of a combination of factors:

Degree of difficulty - How hard was that trick? Example - a backside 360 on a snowboard is not as difficult as a switch backside 360.

Amplitude - How big did they go? Example - more airtime is cooler. Duh.

Execution - Was it smooth? Did they ride away cleanly, no hands down, tight rotations, etc. Example - A smooth and clean 540 will most definitely outscore a whack 720.

Variety - Multiple types of tricks. Example - the same rail slide the whole way down will not score as high as a run that approaches jibs differently with a variety of tricks.

Style - ...was it rad?

Point System - Each Slopestyle judge judges their area of the park to a total of 10 points. 4 judges would have a maximum score of 40. Each division would be judged across the same point scale.

Segments - There will be separate judges on each feature or set of featues. Competitors should try to score for each judge, as the final results are based on a sum of all judging scores.

If this is a Slopestyle event, the park will be divided into multiple segments. No one person can see every landing and takeoff of each park feature for each competitor. That is why we divide the park equally (typically two on the jumps, and two in the lower garden) to equally judge all types of terrain park riding.

HELMETS ARE REQUIRED.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

BEFORE THE EVENT

What do I do after I register? Please double check your entry, make sure it is right. You will be emailed a confirmation/receipt.

I need to make a change to my registration!

Changing your category at registration is not an option. If the information provided is incorrect (you want to change divisions, for instance) you must re-register for the event with the correct information (name, date, age, gender, category, etc). This will require you to pay for a second entry while the refund is being processed. Please allow up to two weeks for refund of the incorrect entry to be processed. To request the refund, you must follow refund request steps listed above by the cutoff date for your event.

Is this the X-Games?

No it is not. We aim to provide quality and affordable competition in an effort for our skiers and riders to push and pursue their goals on the mountain. These competitions garner a wide spectrum of skill sets and will offer courses and awards to suit that spectrum.

What are my responsibilities as a competitor?

Events are a group effort. It requires timeliness and accountability of not only the event staff, but of each competitor. There are many details each person is responsible for in order for us all to have a fun day on the snow. Making sure your information is accurate, you are on time and prepared for each event is required.

DAY OF EVENT

Please look at our EVENT GUIDE, full of information to help with your time at Whitefish Mountain Resort. You will find helpful Facts and Information, On Mountain Services, Event Calendar, Resort Maps, and Transportation Information.

TRANSPORTATION, PARKING AND SHUTTLES

What are my transport options getting to the event and around the village?

The SNOW Bus will also operate between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort. A shuttle will operate in the upper village areas, and all parking lots will be open through the event. Please obey all parking signage and park as per normal.

Where do I Check-In? Mandatory check-in at the Events Office in the Upper Village to confirm your spot, get some Monster, snag some stickers, and be an awesome competitor.

Are helmets required? Helmets are required to participate in any event.

Inspection

Prior to each event there may only be time for one inspection run. Use this time wisely.

Competitor Meeting

Each event has details and information necessary for each participant to have a fun day. There will be a mandatory competitor meeting for each event, and the time of each meeting will be posted in the event schedule.

Where can I find results?

Results are available at the Awards Ceremony and at . Typically, they are posted a day or two after the event.

Can I volunteer for this event?

If you are interested in volunteering for this or other events at Whitefish Mountain Resort, please register at our . You get a lift ticket for your help, entered into the raffle and high fives galore!

TICKET INFORMATION

Do WMR Employees / families receive a discount? Yes, 50% off entry fees to all events for employees and their families when that employee qualifies for spouse and dependent passes. You will be asked during the registration process if you work for WMR and for what department you work for.

Discount Codes If you are a sponsor or have a code to enter, please enter it at the top of the page where you choose your ticket.

Are there Discounted Lift Tickets for Event Competitors?

Yes, for any event that requires use of the chairlift and is not a free entry event such as Cruise the Blues or a Torchlight Parade. $49 discounted Event Lift Tickets are available at the ticket shack located next to the bottom of Chair 2 in the Lift Plaza. Competitors must present their Bib to be eligible for this discounted ticket.

Can I transfer my entry to my friend if I can’t make it to the event? No. See refund information above. New registrations must be completed by the competitor / guardian. You can request a refund, and your friend should register independently.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

It is not required to print your ticket, but it can be helpful. If you intend on purchasing a discounted lift ticket, it is required.

REFUND INFORMATION

Things happen. We understand that sometimes people are unable to compete.

Entry fees are 100% refundable when contacted 48 hours before the event. Within 48 hours, at 50% refund will be issued if your space is able to be filled from the waitlist.

To request a refund, please email [email protected] with the following information:

--Your Name, --which event you are requesting a refund and –Reason for the request (sick, out of town, injured, mistake, etc.)

Refund requests sent to other points of contact will not be honored.

Are there other events like this?

Lady Power Park Hour - January 18

USASA Rail Jam / Slopestyle - February 15

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