Charles Brossy, Reporter
@cbrossycourant
The upcoming ski season is very promising due to the early snowfall of seven inches two weeks before Thanksgiving. Skiers are already forming their opinions on the upcoming season and are excited to hit the slopes. Traditional East Coast skiing is very common around here but out west is a different story. If you are excited for the upcoming season, be sure to look at the sidebar to know the deals to get you out on the slopes as quick and efficiently as possible.
East Coast and West Coast skiing have been a controversy among the skiing community here. Sophomore, Callum Wood has owned a house on the Stratton Mountain in southeast Vermont since the age four. He is part of the Stratton ski team when he visits on most long weekends. “Skiing isn’t itself unless it’s staying in Vermont. It’s a home away from home and a good escape I can flee to when I’m stressed with school work,” said Callum.
Sophomore Henry Lindberg takes every opportunity to get out west to ski. He said his favorite mountain is Jackson Hole, Wyoming. “It has iconic runs like Corbet’s and S&S couloir. It consistently has great snowfall and this year it’s already dumping snow out there,” said Henry. It is always voted in the top five mountains in the country and is usually number one or two.
There are many different types and styles of clothing people choose to wear when hitting the slopes. “I recommend the great brand of Arc’teryx. They are super warm, waterproof, and comfortable but they are really pricey. I have a burton jacket which is traditionally a snowboarding brand but it looks and feels great and the waterproofing is pretty good,” said Henry. Henry is all about style when he skies but backs it up with ability. He enjoys the challenge and the thrill. “It’s always better trying harder and harder stuff like specific runs or backcountry terrain” said Henry.
Henry is a strong supporter of the West Coast skiing, “I like to ski out west. The east coast can have great skiing but snow is inconsistent and conditions are generally on average worse. The east coast has great tree skiing but you don’t get the wide open bowls and backcountry skiing you do in the west” said Henry.
Senior Jenny Loomis, enjoys the skiing on the west coast now that she is more experienced. “In my experience, skiing on the west coast is a lot different,” Jenny said. “There are a lot more trails and the terrain is more challenging.”
Jenny made a recommendation to the fellow skiers. “I would recommend that beginners start skiing on the east coast,” Jenny said. “I learned how to ski at Mohawk Mountain in Connecticut and it was a great place to start.”
“I can’t wait until the season and hope everybody enjoys the slopes as much as I know I will,” Jenny said.
Photos of people enjoying shredding the slopes:
Caroline Cioffi enjoys her favorite snow resort out west, Deer Valley. Photo contributed by Caroline Cioffi
The famous 160-mile stretch that are the Wasatch mountains in Utah make an excellent ski trip. Many students are already making plans during their winter breaks to visit this site out west. Photo contributed by Caroline Cioffi
Stratton Mountain Ski restaurants below the mountain tops are preparing for the upcoming season. Photo contributed by Callum Wood
The Stratton Ski Park slope as seen through a pair of goggles. Photos contributed by Callum Wood
Henry takes a turn as the snow powder moves behind him as he shreds the slopes. Photo contributed by Henry Lindberg
Henry Lindberg enjoys the view up the mountain with some chairlifts delivering skiers to the top to prepare for their ride on the slopes. Photo by Henry Lindberg
Henry and his family enjoys skiing out west as they lineup on the side of the mountain waiting for his Dad to come down to meet them so they can all ride the slopes together. Photo contributed by Henry Lindberg
