After a week of pounding storms and high winds, we finally got a Sunny Vision of the effects of this last cycle. The Faithful were on deck dark and early anticipating the day. As mitigation efforts were completed, sections of the hill began to open, which revealed the effects the wind had on the hill. There were sections that had blown clean down to the old layer and other sections that had been filled by the transported snow. However, all aspects had been affected in one way or another, making for some challenging turns. The best turns were in the trees on the lower aspects that saw less wind, and the deep trees higher up that had been protected. The prepared sections were in prime shape, with the new product, after being tilled into the mat, were soft and dialable.
The morning was cold, and The Faithful were already fully ready, when I showed up at the pre opening time, so I checked in at The Forklift to assess the options on the day.
Tomorrow, look for a storm day as the next impulse moving out of the West will begin to deliver the next installment in the wee hours of the morning and continue throughout the day. Dress for storm riding, with wind, heavy snowfall and building accumulation. Be careful in the canyon as there are some slick spots here and there that can creep up on you.
See you there dark and early for the continuing accumulation of goodness. Speed safely!!!