LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Thursday’s storm introduced much-needed rain to the valley and a few much-needed snowfall to the mountains.
Nearly three ft of snow introduced over 1,000 individuals to the Lee Canyon Ski Resort for the primary powder day of the season.
First-time and long-time skiers and snowboarders, got here out to expertise the snow in all its glory. Snowboarder Jose Orozco began the day vivid and early.
“I got here at eight in the morning. You know, we set up there and have a little barbecue,” Orozco stated.
Earlier than Orozco arrived, Lee Canyon crews had to make sure the security of everybody as giant snowfalls can enhance the chance of avalanches.
To cease them from taking place they carry out the large weapons — actually.
“Here at Lee Canyon, we actually operate a howitzer, which is a World War Two cannon basically,” Lee Canyon Advertising and marketing Coordinator Johnny DeGeorge stated.
By utilizing it, they set off pre-planned avalanches that stream into designated paths, organising the ski resort for a safer day of enjoyable.
That enjoyable is fueled by the sunshine and fluffy pure snow, which snowboarders like Joab Torres know and love.
“Fresh powder, It’s always good to shred fresh powder,” Torres stated.
Powder was a welcome sight because the ski resort has been open, however primarily needed to make snow. On Friday 4 of 5 lifts had been open, however the snow means the resort can open to 100%. The ultimate raise, Sherwood is about to open Saturday at 9 a.m.
“It’s always good to have more options when you come, especially when you’re bringing family,” Torres stated.
With a protracted weekend looming, and the ultimate raise set to open, DeGeorge, says to have enjoyable, be ready and be chill.
“Have some patience for our mountain operations crew who’s working hard to get this place up and running,” DeGeorge stated.
Lee Canyon employees say to examine Nevada 511 for real-time street situations earlier than heading up. You could want a four-wheel drive or snow chains.
