Ski Season Off to Early Start in NM

KOB TV - Skiers are hitting the slopes early in the Albuquerque area this season. Sandia Peak opened over the weekend, a week ahead of schedule. Peak officials say the snowstorm last week dropped about 16 inches of fresh powder on the mountain, but they needed it packed. Operations Manager Brian Coon said the skiers and snowboarders are the best way to compact the snow so the winds don't take the top layer away. The ski facilities at Angel Fire are set for an opening this Thursday and there are several runs open at Ski Apache near Ruidoso thanks to the early season storm last week. Read full story here: News New Mexico

Ski Season Off to Early Start in NM