Anticipation & The Sasquatch Fever

Working at a ski resort is loaded with anticipation and adrenalin rushes. Whether you are waiting for the snow to arrive or waiting for the customers to come with it, all of it feeds the need for that adrenalin shot that ski resort workers live for.

As the Snowshoe team waits for the flakes to fall or for the conditions to be just right to make our own, we do get to reunite with old work friends and meet new staff members. With a peak workforce of about 1200 there are a lot new faces to get to know but with a return rate of around 50% of our seasonal workers, it is time to play catch up and rehash old Snowshoe stories. And, all returning workers have a story (or several) to tell to anyone who will listen.

Snowmaking, Nov 19

Hurry Up and WAIT

Well, here I sit listening to the compressors hum at about 3:45am Friday morning. The wet bulb is at around 25 degrees at the top and 28 at the bottom. Not ideal snowmaking weather but better than last night by 2 or 3 degrees, and it is amazing what a difference a couple of degrees can make. Looks like we may get another shot at it tomorrow night, but still marginal temps and the snowmakers are chomping at the bit. With the vast amount of snowmaking experience we have here at Snowshoe, along with a supercharged system, all it takes is some good cold weather and we can start popping open trails like it nobodies business (except ours). Shawn, Ronnie, Steve, Roger, Mike and myself are looking forward to Thanksgiving as our next big chance to pull the trigger. Now there's something to be thankful for!

Snowshoe Foundation Awards $151,000 to Local Communites

The Snowshoe Foundation recently awarded $151,000 to students pursuing higher education and non-profit organizations in Pocahontas, Randolph, and Webster Counties as part of the grant / scholarship program to support community endeavors.

$117,675 awarded to Organizations
$33,300 awarded to Higher Education Scholarships

In addition, The Snowshoe Foundation awarded $16,020 in Treasure on the Mountain Raffle ticket sales commissions to non-profits and $17,000 to Treasure on the Mountain Raffle non-profit food vendors.

The Snowshoe Foundation is dedicated to the financial support of local community organizations whose activities provide benefits to the people of Pocahontas, Randolph, and Webster Counties of WV.

Snowshoe Encourages Local Students to Hit the Slopes with the SMARTCARDProgram

Growing up near Snowshoe Mountain means quick access to all the winter fun available here on the mountain. Snowshoe wants to encourage local students to learn to ski and ride and, as part of that community initiative, they offer the SMARTCard program.

This November, students in the surrounding community can pick-up a SMARTCard at participating schools and be eligible for awesome discounts on lift tickets, rentals, lessons, and tubing.

Make the Grade and Ski for Free! Not only does the SMARTCard get students great discounts but every time they make the Honor Roll, they are eligible for a complimentary lift ticket, ski or snowboard rental, and afternoon lesson (Sunday thru Thursday, non-holiday).

So Students, be sure to pick-up your SMARTCard, gather up your friends and family, and head to Snowshoe.

Offer based on availability and may change without notice. For more information please call 877.441.4386.

Weather Watching... And Waiting

If you’re anything like me, this time of year seems to be all about the weather. Don’t get me wrong, I like fall; having grown up in New England, this time of year always means beautiful foliage, football, apple picking and Thanksgiving—all things I LOVE. But now that I’m an avid winter sports participant, I just can’t wait for fall to be over. I still love the leaves, I loved taking my boyfriend and new puppy apple picking for the first time and I love being able to go for a run in a vest and a beanie, but I just want it to SNOW, like now…PLEASE?

Let's Kick This Week Off With Some Snowmaking!

Welcome to Snow Country

Hi Everyone! Welcome to the new Snowshoe Mountain blog. We want this to be a place where you can connect with real Snowshoe Mountain employees; the residents of Snow Country who work every day to provide our guests with an unmatched vacation experience. There will be a variety of voices contributing to this blog, giving you a one-of-a-kind look behind the scenes of the resort’s operations. You’ll hear from our marketing department, snowmakers, HR staff and more. This is also a place where we hope you’ll initiate conversations with the people who know Snowshoe best. We’re here to tell you where to find the best powder stash, the hottest nightlife spot, best place to stay with a family and more. If there’s ever anything you wanted to know about the resort, this is the place to ask!