Upgraded Snowmaking System 2009

Snow, Snow, Everywhere!: World class grooming doesn't come without world class snow and with the addition of 15 automatic and 16 manual snow guns, Nakiska aims to provide more snow coverage in variable conditions during Early Season than ever before.

Nakiska Snowmaking Facts:

• Largest Snowmaking System in Alberta

• Over 160 total snow making guns

• 19 Fan guns including M18 models with high efficiency fan blades that use less energy to make the same amount of snow

• 88 Fixed tower guns. More efficient. Tower guns allow you to make a larger volume of snow at a given temperature.
    - Located on main runs
    - Capable of covering an acre of ground with 1 ½ feet of snow in an hour (optimal temperature)

• Techno Alpin control and automation system
    - 23 automated guns allowing instantaneous start-up and shut-down which saves electricity and facilitates an earlier opening date