All Downhill From Here

Spirit Mountain is beginning a new feature that will allow people who don't ski an opportunity to see the amazing vistas and experience the thrill of racing down the mountain side.  The new "Timber Twister" alpine coaster opens for business on Thursday and will be open from 10 a-m to 7 p-m through Labor Day.  It will also be open at reduced hours through the winter months.  Duluth Mayor Don Ness will preside over a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting event on Thursday morning and will also get the first "official" ride down the mountain on the Timber Twister's 3200 foot track.  The attraction is one of just 5 alpine coasters in the country and is the only one in the midwest.  According to Spirit Mountain Executive Director Renee Matson excitement is high and advance ticket sales have been great.  Get more information about the Timber Twister at www.spiritmt.com