Fourth Annual Event Features Ski and Snowboard Films, Athletes, Media and Sponsors

Aspen/Snowmass, Colo., July 15, 2008 - The Meeting, the premier gathering of snowsports filmmakers, athletes, sponsors, media and fans, will reconvene in Aspen, Colo. October 2 – 5, 2008.

Now in its fourth year, The Meeting has grown to be the cornerstone kick-off event for the ski and snowboard industry. The latest snow films will screen at the Wheeler Opera House and Belly Up throughout the weekend. Parties, including a media bash and the second annual D&E Fashion Show, will surround the films. In addition, private sessions with guest speakers and athletes allow for a spirited discussion on the state of the industry.

The sixth annual NEPSA Video Awards kick off the event on Thursday, October 2, at the Wheeler Opera House. The NEPSA Awards provide an opportunity for athletes and filmmakers to work together in crafting and debuting their own ski/snowboard movie while competing for a cash prize. This year's theme is Entourage.

Event organizers are currently reviewing movies for this year's event. If you are interested in screening your movie please contact rsvp@aspensnowmass.com or send information to Aspen/Snowmass, Attn: The Meeting, P.O. Box 1248, Aspen, Colorado 81612. Prospective movies must be submitted by July 31, 2008.

Directly following the NEPSA Awards, D&E Ski and Snowboard Shop will host the official kick off party for The Meeting and the second annual D&E Fashion Show at Belly Up.

As always, The Sky Hotel will be headquarters for The Meeting and will offer special industry room rates.

More details on films, events and the media party will be announced at a later date.

Aspen/Snowmass is coming off of a record-breaking season, which included the opening of Aspen Mountain for skiing just last month, June 13 – 15, 2008. For more information regarding Aspen/Snowmass please visit aspensnowmass.com.

Aspen Skiing Company operates the four mountains in the Aspen/Snowmass area - Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk - as well as the award-winning Ski & Snowboard Schools of Aspen/Snowmass. The area offers unparalleled nightlife and off-slope activities as well. Aspen/Snowmass is accessible by two of the most convenient airports in the mountains – Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) (3 miles from Aspen) and Eagle County Airport (EGE) (70 miles from Aspen). For more information on Aspen Skiing Company, please call 800-525-6200 or 970-925-1220, or visit the company's website at aspensnowmass.com.