Hey hey for MLK, get your skis prepped right away

It won't be a historic storm, but it's the first winter nor-easterr to hit NYC in about two years. The storm will drop several inches across the NYC metro and southern New England, with higher amounts just inland. Looks encouraging for Minnewaska Sate Park to groom trails, and possibly enough for Fahnestock Winter Park. Check …

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No unnecessary complaints please: conditions for Winter Solstice weekend 2024

Colder temps and a scant inch or three of snow make this weekend's skiing enjoyable. Dress warm though! Unfortunately the NYC metro area is still out of luck, but good skiing to be had at Prospect Mountain, and minimally skiable trails at Notchview. This post is about conditions for Dec. 20 2024, and forecast for …

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Winter’s parting shot? Mar. 22 2024 storm forecast

If you're itchy because you haven't gotten enough winter this season, hope you haven't stripped the wax and prepped the skis for storage yet. Old Man Winter might not be done yet. Conditions What's there to say? I think the Nordic Director at Waterville Valley said it best in the Director's Diary entry for March …

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