WTAE-TV Channel 4's Winterfest At Seven Springs

CHAMPION, Pa. -- WTAE Channel 4's annual Winterfest at Seven Springs Mountain Resort takes place again in 2010. The dates are February 13-21.

This annual event showcases all types of snow and slope activities to help guests enjoy the winter temperatures and deep snow. Snow tubing, on-snow races, silly challenges and other fun activities are designed to thrill skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities.

Scroll down to see the schedule of daily Winterfest events and the schedule for free autograph signings with the Channel 4 Action News team.

Those looking for a cure to cabin fever will enjoy a craft and artisan show on the weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., located in the resort’s Festival Hall. The Winter Activity Center is the place for kids from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily for scavenger hunts, face painting, board games, coloring contests and other free activities.

One of the most popular events, the Celebrity Olympics, pits WTAE Channel 4 Action News members and current and former Pittsburgh Steelers against each other in a heated competition for the coveted Winterfest gold medal. Some of Pittsburgh’s most popular news personalities compete in an Olympic-like competition featuring challenges such as a tug-o-war competition, human bowling, and snowshoe race. Held in the Wagner Beginners Bowl at 3 p.m., Sat., Feb. 13, this event guarantee loads of fun and laughter.

Go to 7springs.com for Winterfest ticket/pricing information.

• Slideshow: 2009 Winterfest At 7 Springs
• Slideshow: Pictures From Past Winterfests
• Video: Channel 4 Takes Part In 7 Springs Olympics
• Video: Real 'Dummies' Take To Slopes At 7 Springs

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Channel 4 Action News Schedule

Saturday, February 13
12:45 p.m. Kelly Frey, Erin Kienzle, Becky Emmers

1:15 p.m. Sally Wiggin, Mike Clark, Tara Edwards, Scott Stiller

1:45 p.m. Andrew Stockey, Wendy Bell, Stephen Cropper, Sheldon Ingram, Pittsburgh Steelers nose tackle Chris Hoke

2:15 p.m. Michelle Wright, Marcie Cipriani, Jim Parsons, Jennifer Miele, Janelle Hall

Saturday, February 20
1:45 p.m. Stephen Cropper, Erin Kienzle, Sheldon Ingram, Paul Van Osdol

2:15 p.m. Michelle Wright, Marcie Cipriani, Jennifer Miele, Andrew Stockey

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Winterfest Event Schedule

Saturday, February 13
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Design A Valentines Day Card - Laurel Room
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft Show - Festival Hall
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. WTAE Autograph Session - Ski Lodge
3 p.m. Celebrity Olympics - Wagner Beginner Bowl

Sunday, February 14
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft Show - Festival Hall
7 to 10 p.m. Valentine’s Day Family Rollerskating Pajama Party (free admission if you wear PJs) (appropriate dress required) - Rollerskating rink

Monday, February 15
1 p.m. Potluck Giant Slalom - NASTAR Course
1 to 4 p.m. Wii and Xbox Games - Exhibit Hall
10 p.m. Comedy night with Shaun Blackham (must be 21) - Matterhorn Lounge

Tuesday, February 16
Learn to Ski Day - $25 for a complete Learn to Ski Program - Report to the Rental Shop (Call 800-452-2223, extension 7757 for reservations)
11 a.m. Snow Tubing Race - Snow Tubing Park
3 p.m. Tiny Tot’s Mini Star Race (children must be enrolled in Tiny Tots that day) - Wagner Beginner Bowl
7 to 11 p.m. Karaoke (adults only) - Bavarian Lounge

Wednesday, February 17
All Day 2-Hour Tubing Sessions for $4 (ages 4 and up) - Snow Tubing Park
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Scavenger Hunt (ski and board event) - On the Slopes
3 p.m. Snow Tubing Race - Snow Tubing Park
7 to 10 p.m. Crazy Hat Rollerskating Party (free admission if you wear a crazy hat) - Rollerskating Rink
9 to 11 p.m. Team Trivia (adults only) - Bavarian Lounge

Thursday, February 18
1 p.m. 2-person Relay Race - NASTAR Course
3 p.m. Snow Tubing Race - Snow Tubing Park

Friday, February 19
1 p.m. Indoor Scavenger Hunt - Meet at the Laurel Room
3 p.m. Tiny Tot’s Mini Star Race (children must be enrolled in Tiny Tots that day) - Wagner Beginner Bowl
7 p.m. Formation Skiing - Stowe Slope (spectator event)

Saturday, February 20
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft Show - Festival Hall
3 p.m. Racing with the Stars 30-Second Race - Wagner Beginner Bowl
7 to 10 p.m. Family Swimming Party - Indoor Swimming Pool
9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Salsa Dancing Lessons (must be 21) - Alpine Room

Sunday, February 21
10 a.m. Dummy Ski Race - Lower Stowe Slope
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Craft Show - Festival Hall

Event Registration is daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Ski Lodge. A $10 one-time registration fee includes a t-shirt and entry into all racing events. Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded, respectively, to first, second, and third places. Participants must be registered 30 minutes prior to an event. Awards will be held at 4 p.m. daily in the Foggy Goggle.