COVID 19 impact on skiing

I sense an inflection point as of this morning.

onscott wrote

I sense an inflection point as of this morning.

You mean that everyone will know how to spell Martial Law moving forward?

Platty owner s offering help

At Plattekill Mtn we have quite a bit of perishable foods we would like to give away to anyone who may need them. For example, we have several gallons of whole milk, half and half, a case of lettuce, onions, carrots, potatoes; non of which we want to throw away, that would be a waste. Who needs these, we are happy to share.

ScottySkis1 wrote

Platty owner s offering help

At Plattekill Mtn we have quite a bit of perishable foods we would like to give away to anyone who may need them. For example, we have several gallons of whole milk, half and half, a case of lettuce, onions, carrots, potatoes; non of which we want to throw away, that would be a waste. Who needs these, we are happy to share.

I knew I liked that place. Bravo to them!

^ I saw Killington was doing the same.

I went for a solo MTB ride  yesterday, trail head and trails were probably busiest I have ever seen them, rivaling a midsummer day and it was 45d and breezy...

It’s a good thing the ski area closed, this resort did not and they created a huge outbreak
https://snowbrains.com/ischgl-linked-thousands-coronavirus

gorgonzola wrote

^ I saw Killington was doing the same.

I went for a solo MTB ride  yesterday, trail head and trails were probably busiest I have ever seen them, rivaling a midsummer day and it was 45d and breezy...

Did hill repeats at the Snow Bowl in Jefferson yesterday.  Yesterday there had to be a dozen people.  Last time I saw another human there was maybe 10 years ago.  Same with other places that are usually remote.  People doing group mtb rides... probably not a best practice at present.

PeeTex wrote

It’s a good thing the ski area closed, this resort did not and they created a huge outbreak
https://snowbrains.com/ischgl-linked-thousands-coronavirus

That looks like the same party scene that I witnessed at Val d'Siere last year. Huge crowd on mountain gyrating to crappy Euro disco pop, and then everybody crams into clubs for the same thing all night long. Perfect transmission points.

That recent ski movie that nobody saw, Downhill, was filmed in Ischgl. Looks like a really nice place to visit. Next year may be a good time, because anybody who survived will be very immune.

Very sorry for anyone it's just starting
It fucken suck s for all effect ed
In any way or form
I praise anyone doing anything positive to help

Tragic but not unexpected news

More than 100 employees between 3 different Boston-area hospitals have tested positive for coronavirus, according to NBC Boston.

Benny Profane wrote

PeeTex wrote

It’s a good thing the ski area closed, this resort did not and they created a huge outbreak
https://snowbrains.com/ischgl-linked-thousands-coronavirus

That looks like the same party scene that I witnessed at Val d'Siere last year. Huge crowd on mountain gyrating to crappy Euro disco pop, and then everybody crams into clubs for the same thing all night long. Perfect transmission points.

That recent ski movie that nobody saw, Downhill, was filmed in Ischgl. Looks like a really nice place to visit. Next year may be a good time, because anybody who survived will be very immune.

They were playing beer pong & blowing a whistle?

https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2020/03/24/europe/austria-ski-resort-ischgl-coronavirus-intl/index.html

Ewww, gross.

Half asleep thought of the morning:

40,000 ventilators. what about all the power strips and extension cords  required to power them as there are only going to be so many receptacles at makeshift hospital sites.

Go back to sleep 🙄

They were playing beer pong & blowing a whistle?

https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2020/03/24/europe/austria-ski-resort-ischgl-coronavirus-intl/index.html


Sounds like the fall out of "bobbing for apples" as kids. Always called it "bobbing for spit" No effin way I'd ever let my likds engage in that apple bobbin' stupidness. Heard someone (a local) a few years back at a bar/restaurant telling the bartender to get a glass from the dishwasher in the back (the machine), and not to pour their drink in a glass washed at the bar. I thought about this and understood why. Bar was crowded and the patron didn't trust the washing skills, or lack of, of the bar staff. A few weeks back in the wake of the virus, I saw folks requesting their drafts be poured in unused plastic cups, rater than glass barware. I jumped on that request myself, as I thought it made good sense. Something to think about moving forward once things resolve.

Hah!

A Letter From Win Smith and Matt Lillard on Uphill Travel
Warren, VT (April 2, 2020)

Dear Sugarbush and Mad River Glen Communities,

Over the last few difficult weeks we know that many of you have enjoyed skinning, hiking, skiing and riding at our mountains. While we fully embrace outdoor recreation, we have reluctantly made the decision to end uphill travel for the rest of this season at both Sugarbush and Mad River Glen, effective at dusk today. As we have become two of the last areas permitting this activity, we are concerned that this will now bring even more people into our community at a time when it is not in anyone’s best interest. Last weekend both Sugarbush and Mad River Glen saw a large volume of visitors traveling here from around the state and beyond. Though most were practicing social distancing we unfortunately understand that some may not have been following the proper guidelines. Given the favorable weather this weekend, we would anticipate even larger numbers if we don’t close uphill travel.

We know that outdoor exercise is something that we all enjoy and what is strongly recommended by the medical community and exempted under the Stay at Home order by Governor Scott. However, as the worst of the Coronavirus is still in front of us, we believe that this is the most appropriate action to take. Being good community members and looking out for the best interests of the community is a core value that we both hold. We thank you for your understanding and ask that you help us spread the word and keep people safe. We look forward to the return of normalcy. In the meantime, stay healthy.

All the best,

Matt Lillard
General Manager
Mad River Glen

Win Smith
President
Sugarbush Resort

They're doing the right thing.  Blaine County ID:  highest incidence of COVID-19 per capita in the US.

I’m surprised this hasn’t been posted yet, this is pretty big news about how corona virus is impacting the ski industry.

Vail postponed all improvement projects for 20/21.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vail-resorts-provides-business-update-in-response-to-covid-19-301033609.html#financial-modal

I’m gonna be pretty bummed if Coleman puts off our new chair for another year or whatever it may be.

The Agassiz chair really needs to be retired.

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raisingarizona wrote

I’m surprised this hasn’t been posted yet, this is pretty big news about how corona virus is impacting the ski industry.

Vail postponed all improvement projects for 20/21.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vail-resorts-provides-business-update-in-response-to-covid-19-301033609.html#financial-modal