Living The Dream
Long before the season ended, I had the distinct impression that the snow fall was far from over. It has been raining all week long, with the heaviest amounts in the past few days, and it has become heavier today, Thursday. Snowbird is reporting 22” in the last 48 hours and 742” YTD, and the weather report is for another sizable dose today and into tomorrow. Friday will be a powder day, though, with this much snow, the access may be limited, and pressure for the goods is sure to be significant. I don’t anticipate spring skiing, so dress for the occasion . The hill is still in full fat shape, making the access you do get good to go. I think the bottom will be only marginally in play, but still use some discretion as there is significant debris out and about. This is an exciting time to be getting deep snow, further sending this season’s awesomnicity deep into the collective memory of the faithful. P.S.I just got back from the Bird to get a first hand look at the hill. The bottom 1000′ has a very pasty consistency, and with the combined rain and sun working the hill, the prognosis was not encouraging. The upper 2000′ had high density Spackle, so tomorrow will not be a banner powder day. I talked to Snow Safety, and was told that if it snows overnight they will open late and close early. If it does not snow, it will still be a wait and see situation. In any case, be sure to have your best heavy snow utensils on hand, as it won’t last long. See you there in the AM. IBBY!!