December 3-4, 2016

Another fall weather week has come and gone. Some regions were treated to rain and mild temperatures, while others had ideal conditions for snowmaking and were able to perform miracles. Such was the case at Mont-Sainte-Anne who are opening Saturday with 37 trails, the most in the past 40 years on opening day. This makes up more than 50% of their skiable terrain.

Elsewhere in Quebec, more mountains are beginning their season: Le Massif de Charlevoix, Le Relais, Mont Blanc, Ski Montcalm, Mont Édouard, Mont Saint-Mathieu, Mont Comi, Stoneham (opened Friday night), Val St-Come and Vallée Bleue. These mountains join already open Sommet Saint-Sauveur, Mont Tremblant and Camp Fortune.

While the start this season may have been a bit slower than usual, the weather forecasts for the week ahead show a return to sub-zero temperatures, which will give the needed boost to many other ski areas in their efforts to open in the days to come and the following weekend.

Skiable terrain always shows a rapid progression during the month of December as the mountains make every effort to ensure the maximum number of slopes available in time for the holidays.

My advice to you, check your favorite mountain's facebook pages for the latest details and snowy teasers, and don't forget to scope out their snow making progress through their webcams. 

Happy skiing.