Happy December readers! Jessie here, back with my first snow report of the season. đ We're so excited December is here - this is the month where ski season really gets into full swing! Read on to hear about my awesome day at Okemo. đ
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I was so stoked to get out on this gorgeous day and put some miles on my new Nordica Santa Anas (big thanks to our sponsor Nordica!). Believe it or not, even though this is my 30th(!) season skiing, these are my first brand new skis ever! Though today wasnât my first day out this season, it was the first time I was able to do more than a few runs, get into a groove, and really let it rip on my new skis. âˇď¸
Even though I was about 10 minutes late for first chair, I lucked out and my first run on NorâEaster was still 90% corduroy! The snow today was nothing short of amazing â soft and edge-able, but still cold enough to avoid getting sticky. If I didnât know better, Iâd think it was January already! The snow was in seriously great shape for December 1st.
NorâEaster was so nice I hit it twice â easily my favorite trail of the day! Next I enjoyed some runs on Upper World Cup, Chute, Lower Chief, Sapphire, and Upper Arrow before heading over to Solitude. Sapphire, Heavens Gate, and Screaminâ Demon were a touch more crumbly than my other runs, but still in great shape (crumbs were soft!). The weather today has been beautiful so far â sunny and warm without being hot enough to deteriorate snow conditions. That being said, Mother Nature is set to rain on our parade a bit this weekend đ so enjoy the sun while it lasts!
Today's Quick Facts:
đż Trail Count: 25/122
đĄ Lift Count: 5/20
âˇď¸ Today's Ski: Nordica Santa Ana
𧤠Today's Gear: Lighter wear on this warm day
We have some wet weather headed our way this weekend, so plan accordingly. See this recent update from West River Weather Guy for more details.
Pro Tip: If you wear contacts, don't be like me and forget to order new ones before ski season starts! I was rocking goggles on top of my glasses today and it was a little clunky đ
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"Nicest day of the year so far!â â Lifty at Sunburst Six
The conversation surrounding Uphill Travel at Okemo has been swirling around town regarding the rules and regulations. You can find Okemo's Uphill Travel Policy here. Please, please, please, be cool and follow the rules. Nobody wants to be the guy that ruins it for everyone. Respect the mountain and they'll respect you back.
Think snow,
Abby + Noah
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