Ruts, Suzy and Cathy enjoying some snow and sun at Killington

Ruts, Suzy and Cathy enjoying some snow and sun at Killington

It has been a good week to be skiing and riding at Killington. Cold temperatures have allowed the resort to use their snow making system to the fullest. From the beginning of the week where they were repairing available terrain to weeks end were terrain expansion was in full swing, the Killington Resort has been doing what it has been known for for years...Make snow!

Early in the week, skiing and riding were taking place in the North Ridge area, off the Snowdon quad, at Rams Head from Caper to Vale, and in the magic carpet areas. By weeks end, Snowshed has now come fully online, Superstar is now open top to bottom, Needles Eye is now open, and further terrain expansion after a reprise for some warmer weather this weekend is all but certain.

I was on the mountain Monday and Wednesday. Mary was out this morning. Conditions across most of the resort are machine groomed packed powder over a firm base. Windblown areas, like the link between the top of Superstar and Skylark are down to the hardpack. But please don't confuse these conditions with ice... there are no fish under the hardpack.

Today the resort opened the Needles Eye area with skiing and riding down High Road, Needles Eye and Panic Button. The resort also opened Highline and is planning to continue to make snow on Cascade. Previously during the week the resort opened Superstar from top to bottom, Bittersweet, and Snowshed. Terrain across the resort is now available for all skiing/riding levels and abilitites with a good mix of Black, Blue and Green trails.

Merisa reported last night at the bar about the condition of the woods. Pure woods are still too dangerous with a shallow layer of fluff over a very thin crust. As we have not had any significant natural snow fall (about 3 inches in the last week at the resort) it will be a while before the woods are safe for most skiers and riders. But we will undoubtedly have that to look forward too later in the season.

Last nights Small Plate Thursday hosted by Jack Daniel's was a great success. We had an excellent turnout in the Great Room who were educated on the nuances of Jack by our friends at Horizon Beverage (Tyler) and Brown Forman (Bob). We sampled Jack Honey, Fire, Old Number 7, Gentleman Jack, and Single Barrel Proof. This year Killington will be celebrating the 25th "Taste of Tennessee Week" the last week of February. Put that on your calendar as it is always a great week in Killington.

Where ever you may be..... Think Snow!