11.30.2009

Falling for sunshine

With the World Cup in the rear-view mirror, it is back to focusing on local ski conditions. Today is another bluebird day, with sunshine and a high of 46 expected. Tuesday should bring more of the same, although Tuesday night has a 20 percent chance of snow in it. Temps at night should be good for snowmaking. Aspen Mountain now has a 12-inch base on top with 185 acres open across 16 trails. A light foot on a well-used pair skis is probably a good idea. Snowmass has a 26-inch base up on the Burn, which remains open, giving Snowmass 410 acres of terrain across 20 trails. We’re looking for snow while enjoying the sunshine...