Yesterday on Black Mountain.....

Okay, so if this keeps up we may have to consider summer skiing!

Kidding of course, but we did think those of you picking flowers from your gardens might get a kick out of what it looked like in Jackson on April 28th. Granted, by noon it was half gone, but it didn't change the fact that we woke up to nearly a foot of snow yesterday morning. Quite the sense of humor Mother Nature!

Despite these random snow events, Spring has sprung early here just like the rest of New England and the pastures are growing at a rapid speed. Which, of course means that horseback riding is just around the corner, so be sure to stay tuned because from here on out, I will be blogging about horses and summer fun...and snow will officially be taking the back seat until next Fall!

Snow Anyone??????

Today, it's pretty hard to believe that temps climbed to 80 degrees back in mid March! This photo, taken earlier this morning at the base of Black, does remind us why we love New England...it's never boring!

RED PARKA REGATTA TODAY!!!

Red Parka Regatta Today!!! No lift service but lifts are NOT needed for a great time today! 55 degrees, sunshine and most definitely comedy on tap for this event! The grill will be hot, the Harpoon cold and the laughs many! Open on Saturday with $25 all day lift tickets!!! See you on the mountain!

WAIT...THIS JUST IN....BLACK IS BACK OPEN!!!!

Okay....I know what you're thinking....'I know they are all crazy up at Black but this crazy? Well, the answer is yes, we are! We all united and decided that Black Mountain was not going out with a whimper... it's just not who we are! So....this is the FINAL FINAL answer...coming straight from the top... we WILL be open this weekend. Bring your skis, bring your boards, bring your best party attitude...but whatever you do -just bring it! Due to the chilly temps we still won't be doing the pond slide but we will be going out Black Mountain style... rippin it up!!! So we will see you on the mountain for the real last hoorah!!!!!

WE THANK ALL OF YOU FOR A GREAT SEASON!

We are sorry to have to report that after tomorrow's Regatta, Black Mountain will be closed for the season. Unfortunately, this does mean that our beloved Pond Skimming Event will not take place on Saturday. We thank you all for a great season and look forward to next winter!!!

SUN, SNOW AND SIXTY........

The three main ingredients for the perfect Deck party are all Teed up for tomorrow! Not to mention WFNX Live, Harpoon Brewery, Games, Contests, Prizes, a Fun Run Race to benefit our Black Mountain Race Team, Live music with Brendan Princi, a BBQ, Ice cold beverages.......all you need to bring is your sun screen! Oh -and don't forget -Grand prize for the most creative Spring attire spotted on the mountain (but also don't forget..... this is a family place!!!)

IT MIGHT BE WET, BUT IT'S DEFINITELY WHITE!!!!

It is now 3:15pm, we've picked up 5 inches at the summit and it's still coming down hard with no signs of stopping. Granted, it's wet snow and today probably wasn't the most desirable day to spend on the mountain, but the good news is....we not only escaped the damaging heavy rain, the accummulation has now been added to our already strong base, which will help sustain us through the next 2 weeks. The next 2 weekends are absolutely jam packed with some of the very best events of the season....so don't miss out on the fun!