Backyard of Birch Ridge Inn blanketed in leaves.

Backyard of Birch Ridge Inn blanketed in leaves.

It is the time of year at Killington where all eyes peak towards to mountain to detect the ski resort firing up their snow making system. Last night, several members of our staff were all abuzz about Killington planning to blow snow overnight. I was asked by a dozen staff members and guests if I was planning to go skiing in the morning. I did my best to discount the rumors, as I had no indication from my sources, who I trust, that last night was the night. But, just in case, I did go to the mountain late this morning to see for myself.

While it certainly was cold enough to test the snow making system last night, I saw no indication that any attempts were made to lay down a "test patch". The mountain looks like most of the slopes have had their summer grass mowed down, so the slopes will be very receptive to the first snow of the upcoming winter, but last night was not the night. When it happens, we will get pictures.