2011-12. The Winter That Wasn’t. The combination of mild temperatures along with a nearly complete lack of snowfall conspired against both Primetime skiers and all New England ski areas this winter. Sunday River has done a wonderful job of fighting off the effects, but with forecast high temps nearing or over 50, we’re not sure how much longer the mountain can stay on “snow life support”. The skiing continues to be good, especially in the earlier hours before the high sun and temps have their undesirable impacts.
If you are reading this as a non-skier, this is the best time to come out and try skiing. It’s a great time to rent some skis, take a lesson and get a sweet package deal from the mountain. Warmer weather is more comfortable to learn, plus the snow is a little slower and less scary. Contact our friends at Sunday River and maybe by this time next year you’ll be saying “we want more snow”!
Primetime has begun our inevitable mid-March winding down process. We have a trip to Wildcat scheduled for today (Thursday) and our last event of the year, our Season Ending Dinner is planned for next Thursday at the Phoenix. There will be many more ski days and ad hoc dinners, parties, and lunches still before most members head home for the long off-season.
The Primetime Ski Club is an independent ski and social club welcoming anyone 50 and over. They meet weekdays at 10am at Sunday River’s North Peak Lodge to form daily ski groups based on ability, terrain, and social aspects. Info at www.primetimeskiclub.com.
