Trail Talk: Mapping the Notch
While the lifts may be quiet and the trails green, things are far from sleepy up on the mountain. Our Mountain Ops team has been busy with the usual summer maintenance—tuning equipment, inspecting lift lines, and keeping everything in top shape behind the scenes. But there’s one big project we’re especially excited about this season: our ongoing work with the Snowright System.
This summer, we’ve spent a ton of time trail mapping—creating a detailed digital baseline of the mountain’s natural terrain. Why does that matter? Well, it helps us know exactly how much snow we need to make to fill every dip, knoll, and corner on each trail, instead of relying on estimates. Not only will this lead to better coverage and longer-lasting snow, but it also means we can be smarter and more efficient with both water and energy—big wins all around.
The Snowright System will integrate with our snowmaking software to monitor the amount of water pumped on the hill, and it pairs with the technology in our groomers to measure snow depth in real-time. In short, it’s a precision snowmaking tool that’s going to help us make just the right amount of snow, right where it’s needed.
Oh—and speaking of grooming, we’ve got a brand-new snowcat arriving this fall, just in time to roll into the season with fresh treads and an even smoother ride.
We’ll keep you posted as more improvements roll out, but for now, just know your favorite trails are getting a little smarter this summer. Got questions about the snowmaking system or other behind-the-scenes updates? Let us know in the comments!
And while you’re waiting for flakes to fly, a quick shoutout to our longtime mountain messenger: Hugh Johnson recently received the NASJA Bob Gillen Award for his contributions to snowsports journalism—well deserved! He’ll be back sharing updates and snow stoke in just a few short months.
Stay cool, and keep dreaming of first tracks! 
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While the lifts may be quiet and the trails green, things are far from sleepy up on the mountain. Our Mountain Ops team has been busy with the usual summer maintenance—tuning equipment, inspecting lift lines, and keeping everything in top shape behind the scenes. But there’s one big project we’re especially excited about this season:…