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Stirling at a glance Location and access Facilities and services – – Scenic three hour drive from Melbourne (approx 230km north east of the city) – – Ski patrol 7 days per week 8.30am–5pm – – Accessible via 2WD and 4WD (check for daily wheel chain requirements) – – Education and interpretive activities Dates – – Visitor lounge with cosy fireplace – – The Mt Stirling snow season officially opens on Saturday 9 June 2018 and runs to Sunday 30 September 2018. Snow levels vary throughout the season. A quick check on the Mt Stirling website for the snow report and snowcams will tell you where the snow’s at! – – Shuttle within the resort Telephone Box Junction – – First Aid Centre and Ski Patrol Base – – Mt Stirling Café – – Ski school and equipment hire – – Public toilets – – Winter bus service – – Average days open – 107 – – Toboggan slope Terrain Further afield – – Summit – 1749m – – Resort size – 3000ha – – Groomed trails suitable for cross-country skiing  and snowshoeing – – Practice beginner slope for downhill skiing, telemarking and snowboarding – – Intermediate to advanced backcountry skiers, telemarkers and boarders will find a variety of off-piste terrain, including the infamous Stanley Bowl – – There are no chairlifts or tows at Mt Stirling – earn your turns! – – Mountain huts for shelter and camping – – Shelters with fireplaces – – Alpine Snow Camp At your fingertips The Mt Stirling website is the best spot for the latest snow conditions and happenings all season long. Three resort snowcams show up-to-the-minute images and Mt Stirling’s Ski Patrol team issue a snow report daily. Of course, stay tuned to Mt Stirling on Facebook and Instagram, where the team share snap and updates directly from the mountain. Accommodation Media Contact – – Snow camping is permitted We love to welcome bona fide journalists to Mt Stirling, for an authentic alpine adventure. – – Guests can spend a night under the stars at the Alpine Camp with Stirling Experience – – Other than snow camping, there is no other accommodation at Mt Stirling, however Mt Buller, Merrijig and Mansfield offer a wide range of Katie Bowker [email protected] accommodation options Winter Media Guide 2018 mtstirling.com.au 21