Who's Open 2015-2016

[ScottySkis]

Hmmmm? Thanks Scotty , Elk's webcam shows an effort . Although between the warm weather and rain this week "@!""&

Is elk opening . I forget Blue is open to 9/pm have fun time get out before another best wave comes.

 

[Not Sure]

Is elk opening . I forget Blue is open to 9/pm have fun time get out before another best wave comes.

Looked like plenty of snowmaking , didn't see an announcement yet.

 

[deadheadskier]

Okemo did a pretty shit job closing 2 of their 5 open runs from the top to blow snow all day instead of doing it overnight. What they did do overnight was good except for nothing on Lower World Cup.

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Why would they close trails for snowmaking?

Cover may not be enough to safely open.

Guns may need to be placed in middle of trail to reach target area.

I read it as the trails could have been open, but maybe that's not what Spiderpig meant.

 

[nycskier]

Camelback will try to open for the season on Tuesday with 6 trails.

 

[spiderpig]

I read it as the trails could have been open, but maybe that's not what Spiderpig meant.

Yes, the trails could have been open as they were open the day before. Snowmaking overnig, groom, snowmaking during the day if you want. But they still claimed to be open "on hold" on the snow report so they could claim that acreage. Pulled the same bs on Sunday with World Cup.

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[medfordmike]

Just got an email from Pico. They don't expect to be open for the first few days after Xmas by the sounds of it. They are offering to honor Pico passes at Killington starting on 12/24 until they can get Pico open. They have been offering a 50% discount the last two weeks or so. As a Pico pass guy I appreciate both gestures and can't blame them for the current situation in anyway. However, I can't imagine what K will be like the weekend after the holiday with the crowds, limited terrain, and the miserable weather. They made a good push this weekend to make snow but with what is coming down the road it will be ugly. It will get better though, it has to!

"We love Pico Mountain because it’s a slice of skiing the way it used to be – narrow trails, beautiful glades, friendly faces and warm fireplaces. During this warm, record-setting autumn, snowmaking has been a continuing challenge, and the lack of a sustained cold window has prevented us from opening on time.

While we know there is no substitute for Pico, we want our family of skiers and riders to enjoy next-door-neighbor Killington until the weather shifts. From December 24, 2015, until Pico Mountain opens, My Pico and Vermont Student Season Passes are valid at Killington Resort. Additionally, anyone who purchased date-specific tickets from our E-Ticket Store, Liftopia or through a Ski & Stay Package may use those tickets, on the valid dates, at Killington. Other pre-purchased tickets can be upgraded by paying the difference between the ticket value and the Killington ticket price. This offer is only valid until Pico Mountain opens for the season, so enjoy it now, and thanks for your understanding."

 

[VTKilarney]

I'm in the same boat with Burke. While I REALLY appreciate their allowing skiing at Jay Peak, I just can't get excited for the crowds at Jay Peak during Christmas week combined with the extremely limited terrain available.

Nonetheless, it's a really great gesture.

 

[wtcobb]

Any idea if Ride and Ski cards are valid now with early-season pricing in effect?

 

[dlague]

Any idea if Ride and Ski cards are valid now with early-season pricing in effect?

Depends where you are - some of the resorts the discount is valid only on non holiday. Where some others include the holiday. I have used the $10 off at Killington during early season. Some of the 2 for 1 deals offer it based on full ticket price. So call ahead - maybe? Or just do it and point out that there is nothing that says it is not valid. BTW Jeff loves it when the ski areas call him because of the card holders.

 

[wtcobb]

BTW Jeff loves it when the ski areas call him because of the card holders.

Ha, I imagine he would. I'm looking at options for Christmas Eve (if there are any on a 60-degree day). BW has a $69 ticket now, which is insane given the weather, 100+ acres or not. $15 off would help. Wildcat has $49 with $10 off from R&S, if available. Technically the holiday dates for both start 12/26!

 

[timmyc]

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[dlague]

Ha, I imagine he would. I'm looking at options for Christmas Eve (if there are any on a 60-degree day). BW has a $69 ticket now, which is insane given the weather, 100+ acres or not. $15 off would help. Wildcat has $49 with $10 off from R&S, if available. Technically the holiday dates for both start 12/26!

Talked to Jeff and he makes no guarantees. The ski areas are being fickle. He said Waterville has been honoring it and he know someone that used it at Wildcat. Often it boils down to who the person is at the window. Like I mentioned earlier, I have used it at Killington. I have also used it at Jay Peak for both early and late skiing.

 

[wtcobb]

Thanks for the info! I don't want to be a stickler or cause issues/bad rep for the card. I may just stick at Cannon, but it would nice to lap another trail for a day!

Regarding BW, the ski expo was too far a drive to make sense but I do get locals deals for living in Grafton Co. Looking forward to night turns on Friday after work this year!

 

[VTKilarney]

It's really sad that this "Who is open?" thread is still relevant this late in the year. And it will continue to be relevant into the new year.

 

[tnt1234]

Yeah, this sucks.

I wonder what the crowds will be like at the few places that are open.

Looks like Okemo has more than a few ways down from the top, but my god, I can't imagine how crowded they will be as the most open in southern Vt....

Looks like I'll be at Stowe for two days - hoping it's northern locale keeps crowds down a little, but we'll see....

 

[dlague]

It's really sad that this "Who is open?" thread is still relevant this late in the year. And it will continue to be relevant into the new year.

Now that you mention it - it is f'd up!

Got this on FB yesterday (like everyone else) - talk about insulting east coast skier and snowboarders! Start of Winter - really? Warm wishes - NO cold wishes damn it!

 

[Smellytele]

At Wildcat today they trail and a half they had open was okay. A few brown spots showing through. But no bare spots. After tomorrow it may be an issue. Talking to some there they said the next snow making window looks to be Monday. The weekend could be sketchy.

 

[Edd]

I'm being bitchy, but I'd like to see effort put into an Upper Catapult/Middle Wildcat route down by this point. It's a challenging season, obviously, but I don't think 2 independent routes down is crazy unreasonable given elevation and decent snowmaking.

 

[deadheadskier]

If I had the keys to Wildcats guns, Upper Catapult would have gotten the guns this weekend. Then you'd at least have three Upper Mountain routes to mix up.

I wonder if the conservative effort at expansion has anything to do with losing everything in November.

Frustrating times.....

 

[Smellytele]

If I had the keys to Wildcats guns, Upper Catapult would have gotten the guns this weekend. Then you'd at least have three Upper Mountain routes to mix up.

I wonder if the conservative effort at expansion has anything to do with losing everything in November.

Frustrating times.....

I think if they would have blown on Upper catapult they would have nothing left on any trail after tomorrow