Where to ski Friday or Monday

[Jisch]

My son is home from college and we want to go skiing for a day, probably driving up and back the same day - no overnight. I have three Pricechopper passes for Snow or Okemo, but I actually think I want to 'save' those for a Sunday when the prices are higher - though at this point I think I can replace them if I use them anyway. We're driving from NE CT, so Southern/Central VT is logical - Snow is just about 3 hours away.

I guess from reading the trip reports that most places are operating with pretty good snow at this point - is that a good assumption?

We are not die hard skiers, but enjoy a good day on the slopes - woods would be nice, but not absolutely necessary (and I hate hitting rocks under the snow, is the cover that good yet?).

After reading one of the reviews of Bromley I'm thinking we might head there - we had an unbelievably fun day up there two years ago. Anywhere else I should consider? I want a place that isn't crazy expensive, which makes Bromley a good choice as well.

John
(sorry that this thread is a bit uninteresting, but curious if I'm overlooking somewhere obvious)

 

[MR. evil]

Give Magic a try, though i am not sure they are open on Mondays. Never any crowds there, inexpensive, and the best terraine in S VT.

Magic is about 10 minutes from Broomley heading back towards Okemo.

 

[severine]

Unless there is a storm blowing, Magic is only open weekends--so they would be out for Monday probably. But if they're open when you go, it's worth checking out. I haven't made my way there yet but you always hear good things about them.

The last time I skied at Okemo, I had a pretty good time. Not a die hard skier either so maybe that helps (usually you'll hear that it's very flat from the thrill-seekers on here ). Mt. Snow is a good option, too. You can't go wrong with either, IMHO. Berkshire East would be the only other one I'd add to the list to consider.

 

[Jisch]

Magic

We may hit Magic, according to their website they are open Friday through Monday; Tuesday through Thursday only if its a powder day.

Thanks for the suggestions!

John