http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm This is the Sea To Summit Blog en-us Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:46:45 -0700 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 21:53:00 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss seatosummit@qwest.net seatosummit@qwest.net seatosummit@qwest.net http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm no http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2010/6/10/B50-Bioblends--Sustainable-Wine-Tours Sea to Summit operated primarily on a B20 Bio-blend with no cold related issues during the 2009/2010 winter ski season. While it was generally a warm season due to the El-Nino weather patterns, the cold temps and long awaited powder dumps finally arrived just in time for Oregon & Washington spring breaks. Crystal Mt received over 70 inches of fresh powder during the seasons 2 weeks of winter storms. Avalanche transceivers, back country gear and our crews grins ear to ear, there was no better place to enjoy waist deep powder than the steeps of Crystal Mt. Washington! Fortunately enough, consecutive El-Nino seasons are very rare and we look forward to much colder temps and many more cold winter storm systems in the 2010/2011 winter season. Sea to Summit will be frequently running a B50 bio-blend for our sightseeing and sustainable wine and brewery tours this summer. We will be highlighting our certified sustainable friends at Sokol Blosser, Stoller and Bridgeport with exclusive in depth sustainable vineyard & brewery tours and tastings. Book your Oregon Wine Tours and summer adventures now and Enjoy your summer~ Bio Diesel Rigs Thu, 10 Jun 2010 21:53:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2010/6/10/B50-Bioblends--Sustainable-Wine-Tours http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2010/1/21/2010Let-it-snow Happy New Year!!! unfortunately, its been a warm start to 2010 but colder temps are on the horizon and in the forecast! Sea to Summit believes skiing and snowboarding should always be a fun experience for our clients and therefore riding the rain is simply not acceptable... We believe in keeping our customers informed on all levels, including poor weather like unfortunate rain spells. Sorry about the occasional limited service, ethics... Friends, don't let friends, ride in the rain~ Mountain Updates Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:53:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2010/1/21/2010Let-it-snow http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/12/18/Happy-Holidays Sea to Summits rigs are equipped and ready for the busy holiday season on the mountain, with 4x4 shuttles headed up everyday to Mt. Hood and local Ski Areas... Skiing, Snowboarding, Snow Shoeing, tubing or just relaxing.....Mt Hood is the place to be during the winter months and Holiday Season! Sea to Summit is also the only local tour company that is knowleagable and fully equipped to safely provide our informative & fun Columbia Gorge/Mt. Hood Loop Tours, all winter long!!! Bring on the blizzards and let it snow... Mountain Updates Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:35:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/12/18/Happy-Holidays http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/11/24/Aloha Aloha, have just returned from holiday with Lil D on the Garden Island of Kauai...Just in time for this years Thanksgiving Wine Tour Extravaganza! While Shahn & Mike have offered limited service for private groups the past few weeks, I want to apologize to all the customers who missed turns during the early winter storms...everyone needs a holiday sometime. Now we are back 100% ready to help facilitate with yours, all winter long! This first week is slammed with the final touches on the new 4x4 diesel, several groups to Timberline Lodge and finally the huge celebration in Oregon's Wine Country Fri/Sat that Sea to Summit calls the "Thanksgiving Wine Tour Extravaganza" Rinsing salt water off, winter storms on our mind and studs on our rigs...we are ready! After the busy holiday week-end, we are completely available 7 days a week to head to the Mtn...Let it Snow!!! Mountain Updates Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:28:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/11/24/Aloha http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/10/31/Clean-Green-Mountain-Machine-is-Here Sea to Summit Tours & Adventures recently flew one of its guides out to the east coast to pick up one of Fords "Clean Technology" Super Duty Diesels...increase in performance with a sharp decrease in particulates and emissions! When Sea to Summit's transformation is fully complete, this will be the ultimate Mountain Machine! The new diesel rig will be in 4x4 conversion for the next few weeks and ready for the 09/10 ski season. Sea to Summit is stoked to have the new turbo diesel, because like a Sherpa...they are the best at high altitudes!!! Locating, financing, converting to 4x4 and equipping Sea to Summit's specialized vehicles is expensive and time consuming, but customer safety and our reliability is everything!!! Sea to Summit's guides are experienced, knowledgeable and have logged over 1000 trips to Pacific NW Ski areas, since 2001 For more "Clean Technology" Bio-diesel info visit: green.autoblog.com All the more reasons why Sea to Summit Tours & Adventures, one of Oregon's most informative tour companies is also "Portland's Premier Ski & Mt Shuttle Service" Bio Diesel Rigs Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:12:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/10/31/Clean-Green-Mountain-Machine-is-Here http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/10/2/Sea-to-Summit--Bio-Diesel Ford is finally coming out with a reliable turbo charged diesel engine that is bio diesel compatible!!! Sea to Summit, created and owned by native Oregonians has always recognized the importance of cleaner and greener practices and this is just what we have been waiting for... 2001 when Sea to Summit was created, our first rigs were 7.3 liter diesels that we would run B20 bio diesel in and it worked great. After 150,000 miles it was time to upgrade to 4x4 and Fords diesels were having major engine issues, so we opted for the reliability of the Triton V10's Ford has finally realized the importance of clean diesel vehicles and Sea to Summits order has already been made. When the rigs arrive they will need to go to 4x4 conversion for a few weeks, as safety and reliability are always Sea to Summits highest priority! Over the years Sea to Summit looks forward to converting all its vehicles to Clean, Green, Mt. Machines~ Bio Diesel Rigs Fri, 02 Oct 2009 11:24:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/10/2/Sea-to-Summit--Bio-Diesel http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/9/29/Oregon's-Wine--Brewery-Tour--Season-is-Here Oregon's Wineries and Breweries are in full swing with Oktoberfest and harvest season upon us. Oktoberfest is not just about beer... all of Oregon's wineries are busy harvesting and crushing grapes for 2009 and the beautiful fall colors are just beginning!!! This is the most exciting time of year for Oregon's Wine Country, whether friends, family or co-workers contact Sea to Summit for mid-week or all inclusive wine and brewery tour specials. Wine Tours Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:52:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/9/29/Oregon's-Wine--Brewery-Tour--Season-is-Here http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/9/29/Closing-of-summer Wow, that was fast... the rains have returned and snow levels have already dropped for the first time this fall. While snow levels won't stay low for long, hopefully it is a promising sign for a awesome winter to come! It has been a while since we have blogged in...just busy! If Sea to Summit was not busy providing informative sightseeing tours, wine & brewery tours, surfing lessons or rafting trips, the crew was enjoying the Pacific NW summer to the fullest...Camping, Surfing, Boating, Fishing, Diving, etc...gotta love summer! slow season is here, more to come..... Tours & Adventures Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:26:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/9/29/Closing-of-summer http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/5/3/Surfing-Rafting--Wine-ToursOh-My Surfing, Rafting & Wine Tours....Oh My!!! Like they say, April showers bring May flowers... May is also the time to start planning your spring/summer fun and adventure outdoors... Sea to Summit Tours & Adventures has created a few specials for parties and tour groups this spring and summer. If you or a friend or even a family member or co-worker are planning a group event this summer, give us a call... Sea to Summit's Oregon Wine Tours, Whitewater Rafting Trips and other Tours may sell out once the summer gets underway...especially on weekends!!! So plan ahead, if you have a event or date in mind give us a call, we will check availability and get you dialed in! Portland Brewery Tours, Oregon Winery Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Personalized Tours, Ski Shuttles, Whitewater Rafting Trips, Surfing Lessons and more! Tours & Adventures Sun, 03 May 2009 23:48:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/5/3/Surfing-Rafting--Wine-ToursOh-My http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/5/3/Sea-to-Summit-Winter-Recap Sea to Summit had a great 08/09 season on the mountain this year... Thanks to Timberline, Mt. Hood Meadows, Ski Bowl, Crystal Mt, all our clients and repeat customers... Sea to Summit safely and successfully exceeded Ski & Mt. Shuttle trip 1000 this year!!! We experienced plenty of the wicked winter conditions with heavy snows, just how we like it... all and all, it was a pretty good winter in the Cascades, Thanks again! Sea to Summit Tours & Adventures will have occasional trips to Timberline this spring and summer, so check the calendar or if you have a group of 4 or more, just give us a call and we will make it happen...until next season :) Mountain Updates Sun, 03 May 2009 23:26:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/5/3/Sea-to-Summit-Winter-Recap http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/4/17/SpringSummer-Tour-Calendar-Update NOTE: The calendar is for scheduled tours that individuals,couples and small groups can join, Private groups are not included in this section! If you have a group interested in any of Sea to Summit's activities... please call or e-mail us so we can personally check availability for your groups Tour or Adventure!!! Portland Brewery Tours, Oregon Winery Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Ski Shuttles, Whitewater Rafting and more! Tours & Adventures Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:57:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/4/17/SpringSummer-Tour-Calendar-Update http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/3/23/Spring-Break-Skiing--Snowboarding Spring break is here and fresh snow is in the forecast! Sea to Summit has shuttles headed up several days this week, seats are available and its going to be a great week for skiing and snowboarding! Visit the latest Mt. Hood forecast by clicking on Sea to Summit's NOAA link, anytime, 24/7 Mountain Updates Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:24:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/3/23/Spring-Break-Skiing--Snowboarding http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/3/20/Crystal-Mt Crystal Mt. is Sea to Summit's absolute favorite resort when the conditions are right and they were this past week! Crystal Mt had recieved 90 inches of snow since march 1st and 40 inches in 48 hours just prior to our arrival earlier this week, we made it just in time... Crystal Mt. offers long steep fall lines, bowls, chutes and double black diamond terrain throughout the resort. From the King, Queen and Throne to Snorting Elk Bowl, New North way Chair and Crystal's Endless Back country...Crystal Mt. is the best in the west! Weather permitting, we may have one more window for a epic Crystal Mt. trip, before the season is over. Sea to Summit caters to groups of 8 or more for Crystal Mt. trips and they are 2-4 day trips, all inclusive. If this is something of interest for family, friends or corporate events, please just inquire and we can give your group a personalized Crystal Mt. quote. Lots of great pictures were taken at Crystal this past trip and they will be uploaded when we get the Sea to Summit Tours & Adventures photo gallery dialed... someday? Ski & Mt. Shuttles Tours & Adventures Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:56:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/3/20/Crystal-Mt http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/3/6/More-Snow-Headed-To-The-Pacific-NW Things have definately been looking up the past few weeks, today was bluebird with fresh powder... just great conditions! We have had several nice storms roll through and it looks like more are headed our way... We expect several feet of snow with this next system and cold temps, it should be good! Express shuttles are headed up Sat, Sun, Monday to start and seats are still available... drop us a line if you need a lift. Mountain Updates Fri, 06 Mar 2009 23:04:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/3/6/More-Snow-Headed-To-The-Pacific-NW http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/2/26/Epic-Snow Well....what else can I say? 60 inches of snow in 4 days, 24 in the past 24 hours, 9-14 degrees.........its time to ride!!! Mountain Updates Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:36:00 -0700 http://seatosummit.net/blog/client/index.cfm/2009/2/26/Epic-Snow