Fantastic conditions with 16 inches of new snow in the past 4 days.
Another day in paradise
Author: Hugh Johnson
Snowmaking Top to Bottom on Morse
I want to thank our snowmakers for all their hard work! We are presently making snow on Garden Path, Lower Morse Liftline, Sir Henry’s Learning Hill, and the base area of Madonna. The forecast is calling for single-digit temperatures and very little wind tonight in the village. This is perfect snowmaking weather! The colder temperatures allow for higher production and more efficient snowmaking. The calm winds make it much easier to place the snow where you want it to go. Beginner terrain will be open soon.
Currently, it is cloudy and 12 degrees at the summit of Sterling with winds of 0 to 5 mph. Today’s forecast is calling for skies becoming partly sunny with a high of 24 degrees at the base and 18 degrees at the summit. Today, we have Sterling Lift operating with 25 trails open. 6 trails have been groomed for today, including Smugglers’ Alley, for a total of 25 acres of freshly groomed terrain. Surface conditions are packed powder and powder with average base depths of 12 to 36 inches.
Winter Wonderland
We received 11 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours and 13 inches in the past 2 days. The trail count doubled today. Early season conditions are just amazing! There is more snow in the forecast for tonight with 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible. Tomorrow’s forecast is calling for cloudy skies, a chance of flurries with a high of 25 degrees at the base and 19 degrees at higher elevations. The colder temperatures will allow us to resume our snowmaking operations. Sir Henry’s Learning Park has snow gun hoses and guns waiting for the temperature to drop. Surface conditions are powder and packed powder with average base depths of 12 to 36 inches. 6 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, including Smugglers’ Alley for a total of 25 acres of freshly groomed terrain.
Powder Day
We received 6 to 8 inches of snow overnight. It is pretty heavy and perfect for base building. Ski Patrol is busy dropping ropes this morning. We now have 24 trails open with terrain for experts and intermediates. We plan to have beginner terrain open in the near future. Surface conditions are powder and packed powder with average base depths of 12 to 36 inches. 6 trails have been groomed for today, including Smugglers’ Alley, for a total of 25 acres of freshly groomed terrain.
The new snow is sticking to everything
We received 2 inches of new snow this afternoon, with more to come! The conditions are already good and about to get even better. It is snowing hard and 29 degrees at the summit of Sterling with winds of 10 to 20 mph. Tomorrow, we plan to have the Sterling Lift operating with 12 trails open. The new snow should allow us to open more trails. Surface conditions are machine-groomed and variable, with average base depths of 10 to 36 inches. Tomorrow morning, the surface conditions will be powder. 6 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, including Smugglers’ Alley, for a total of 25 acres of freshly groomed terrain.
Tonight: Snow. The snow could be heavy at times. Low around 30 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 6 to 10 inches is possible.
Monday: Snow. The snow could be heavy at times. High near 30 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches is possible.
Monday Night: Snow likely before 1 am, then a chance of snow showers after 1 am. Cloudy, with a low of around 19 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches is possible.
Nice soft conditions
Snowfall totals increase
Today: A chance of snow and sleet before 8 am, then snow. Patchy, dense freezing fog before 10 am. High near 33 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Tonight: Snow. The snow could be heavy at times, low around 29 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 5 to 9 inches is possible.
Monday
Snow is likely before 7 am, then snow showers likely after 7 am. Cloudy, with a high near 31 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches is possible.
Monday Night: Snow showers likely, mainly before 8 pm. Cloudy, with a low of around 19 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches is possible.
Today, we have Sterling Lift operating with 13 trails open. 6 trails have been groomed for today, including Smugglers’ Alley, for a total of 25 acres of freshly groomed terrain. The Alley is the trail pick of the day. Surface conditions are machine-groomed and variable, with average base depths of 10 to 36 inches. Currently, it is foggy and 32 degrees at the summit of Sterling, with winds of 0 to 5 mph.
Winter Weather Advisory
Sunday Night: Snow. Low around 28 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches is possible.
Monday: Snow likely, mainly after noon. Cloudy, with a high near 30 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches is possible.
Currently, it is foggy and 33 degrees at the summit of Sterling. Tomorrow’s forecast is calling for a chance of rain early, becoming snow in the afternoon with a high of 34 degrees at the base and 32 degrees at higher elevations. Tomorrow, we plan to have Sterling Lift operating with 15 trails open. 6 trails will be groomed for tomorrow, including Smugglers’ Alley, for a total of 25 acres of freshly groomed. Surface conditions are machine groomed and variable, with average base depths of 12 to 36 inches.
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December 8-10, 2023
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Sample the finest in beers and ciders at our Brew & Ski Weekend.
In the lower level of the Meeting House on Saturday, December 9, 2023 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Vermont has the highest number of breweries per capita. Our BrewFest highlights some of our state’s excellent breweries, plus regional favorites and craft ciders.
Our BrewFest showcases a mix of local craft and regional brews as well as classic favorites! Including Red Leaf Brewing, Goodwater Brewery, Zero Gravity, Switchback Brewing, Harpoon Brewery, Fiddlehead Brewing, and Lawson’s Finest Liquids.
A DJ spins the tunes, and the Resort’s Mountain Grille provides an appetizer buffet. From 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm in the Meeting House. Tickets are available at the door – $28 entry includes 8 samples and souvenir sampling glass. 21 & older, please.
Wintry mix
Currently, it is foggy, with flurries at the summit of Sterling and a light drizzle at the base. Conditions are soft from top to bottom. We have the Sterling Lift operating with 15 trails open. 5 trails have been groomed for today; that’s a total of 20 acres of freshly groomed terrain.