Mt Stirling 2019 Winter Media Guide Mt Stirling 2019 Winter Media Guide | Page 4

Authentic Alpine Adventure Mt Stirling is a unique mountain full of life and adventure – Just three hours drive from Melbourne,. As soon as you leave the bitumen road you are transported into a wild oasis of trickling streams and large native forests. BACKCOUNTRY TERRAIN CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING SNOWSHOEING Mt Stirling’s best kept secret - backcountry bowls! Head out alpine touring and experience the untouched backcountry of Stanley Bowl. There you will find untouched snow, sensational views and if you’re lucky fresh pow runs! There is something special about skiing through quiet Alpine ash trees as they tower above you, swaying slightly in the wind. With 68km’s of maintained cross-country trails, there’s plenty of room to explore. Lessons are available at the Mt Stirling Ski School. Snowshoes are a great way to explore Mt Stirling and the surrounds. Pick up a pair from Stirling Experience and go for a wander or join a guided snow-shoe tour through the Alpine ash forests. SNOW CAMPING Love your summer camping trips? Why not try snow camping! With the Alpine Camp operated by Stirling Experience, you can camp in comfort on raised accommodation tents located on the local Mt Stirling ‘cricket pitch’. A cosy teepee located in the centre provides that little extra warmth as you finish your day with a hot choccie. Aut h e nt i c Alp i n e Adve n tu r e Mts ti r li ng.c om.au SNOWPLAY With a toboggan and snowplay park just steps from the Mt Stirling Cafe at Telephone Box Junction, it’s the perfect introduction for families experiencing snow for the first time. There is something truly magical about making your first snow angel! MT STIRLING SKI SCHOOL Stirling Experience runs the Mt Stirling Ski School, offering lessons for all levels and all disciplines, as well as equipment hire - grab your skis, toboggans, snowshoes and more in the one spot. MT STIRLING CAFE Stop by the cosy Mt Stirling Cafe to start or finish your adventure. With delicious local coffee, a menu full of homestyle delights and great trail advice, you might end up spending more time there than on the snow! 3