“The Sticks” Freestyle Feature Zone
Welcome to The Sticks, Mt. Baker Ski Area’s Freestyle Feature Zone.
With a focus on progression, The Sticks FFZ offers a unique freestyle experience for those looking to improve or practice their balance and edge control in an inviting environment. Offering a wide variety of features and multiple line choices there is something for everyone. Our crew members are on hand if you have any questions or feedback.
Anticipated Operations For
Thursday
April 9, 2026
Feature Zone
| "The Sticks" Zone | Status | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progression Area | S - M | S Battleship, S Rainbow, S Mailbox, S Round Rail, M Pill | |
| Center Line | M - L | M Double Barrel, M Flat Rail, Hitching Post, M Battleship, M Mailbox, C Rail, L Pill, Flat Down, Marmot, Ball, Spine, S Rail, Raven | |
| Side Line | M - L | M Round Rail, Down Rail, L Round Rail, M Rainbow | |
| Far Line | L | Down Flat Down |
Branch Out Session is taking place in the Center Lane on Saturday, March 28th
*Individual features, as well as lines or areas, may close or open at any time throughout the day.
LOCATION
The Feature Zone is located near the top of Chair ¾ in between Big Creek (beginner) and Sneaky Pete (intermediate) runs.
Coming from White Salmon Base Area the Feature Zone is accessed by taking Chair 7 to Chair 4.
Coming from the Heather Meadows Base Area the Feature Zone can be accessed directly by taking Chair 3.
FREESTYLE ETIQUETTE, USE & RESPONSIBILITY INFO
Safety starts with good freestyle etiquette. This begins before you enter the feature zone by following the Mountain Responsibility Code. You, and only you, are responsible for successful use of the Feature Zone. Once in the zone follow safe use responsibility: Scouting, Starting, Spacing, Riding the Features, and Take it Easy. Click the images below for information and warnings on using the Feature Zone and the Features:
FEATURE GALLERY
Check out more Feature Zone Action on our FFZ Instagram Account
EVENTS
TIMBRRR!
TIMBRRR! is a best trick contest and an ode to The Sticks’ humble beginnings when the zone was made up of only a few wooden features.
BRANCH OUT
FEMALES & FRIENDS MEET UP
The Branch Out Session is a gathering of female & friends freestylers in The Sticks, Mt. Baker Ski Area’s Freestyle Feature Zone located off of C-¾. There participants will enjoy an afternoon of freestyle riding and skiing together.
LAST STAND RAIL JAM
The Last Stand Rail Jam is a great way to end your season with style! Held in Mt. Baker's Feature Zone off C-3/4, this freestyle competition welcomes skiers and snowboarders of all levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
FREESTYLE CLINICS
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