Lost Valley in Maine rejoicing recent cold and snow along with many others. (Lost Valley/Facebook)
An incredibly-powerful ocean storm will move close to the East coast Thursday and Friday while moisture returns to the Sierra for the first time in several weeks.
After several years of financial uncertainly, Lost Valley has been purchased by a New Hamsphire tramway inspector with hopes to bring the full ski experience back to life.
With much of the news from mountain resorts lately reporting the battles of large corporations maneuvering for ownership of mega-resorts, on the other end of the spectrum a community grassroots effort is emerging as a way to keep small ski areas thriving in an increasingly challenging economic climate.
From Cochran’s to Pats Peak and Powderhouse Hill to Greek Peak, the East abounds with local, family-oriented ski hills, many of which sport a Cheers-like first-name basis.
