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Snowshoe Western Territory
Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2021 12:42 pm
by Wanakenatransplant
I see they started making snow on Western Territory. Any idea how long it takes them on average to get it open? We are heading up on the 28th and hoping it will be open by then to help spread out the crowds.
It has been a couple years since going there. Any suggestions to minimize waiting in the lift lines? Or lift lines to avoid? We are staying in the village. Is it worth going over to Silver Creek as there may be less crowds? Any help is appreciated.
Re: Snowshoe Western Territory
Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2021 10:43 pm
by bamapilot
As far as how long it takes to get it open, that all depends on weather. You are going to be there during the holidays, crowds are a part of it. Obviously with more terrain open, more space for people to spread out. It’s been years since I’ve been to the ‘shoe, but my experience is Silver Creek usually has less crowd.
Prepare for lifelines, going in with that attitude will make for a better experience. Enjoy it and be patient.
Re: Snowshoe Western Territory
Posted: Thu Dec 23, 2021 8:32 am
by theKENDOG
Mike and I will be there the week after Xmas as well. Been doing that week for several years now. I'm assuming they will have Western open by then. They had it open the past several years.
Your best plan is to hit rope drop. That's a must. Make sure to be at the top of Ballhooter at 8:55am. The first hour won't be terrible and you can lap Ballhooter but after that every single open lift is going to be packed. It is what it is. Avoid the Powder Monkey lift at all costs. Stick to Ballhooter, Soaring Eagle, or Powderridge.
Western won't be bad more than likely but everything in the basin will be. Heading over to Silver Creek is a great idea for late morning to early afternoon. I always end my day lapping Ballhooter.
They didn't have single lines last year due to COVID. Not sure if they have them this year.
Re: Snowshoe Western Territory
Posted: Thu Dec 23, 2021 11:34 pm
by marzski
Read on DCSki that Cupp should open on Friday afternoon, Dec. 24.
Re: Snowshoe Western Territory
Posted: Fri Dec 24, 2021 2:54 pm
by Wanakenatransplant
theKENDOG wrote: ↑Thu Dec 23, 2021 8:32 am
Mike and I will be there the week after Xmas as well. Been doing that week for several years now. I'm assuming they will have Western open by then. They had it open the past several years.
Your best plan is to hit rope drop. That's a must. Make sure to be at the top of Ballhooter at 8:55am. The first hour won't be terrible and you can lap Ballhooter but after that every single open lift is going to be packed. It is what it is. Avoid the Powder Monkey lift at all costs. Stick to Ballhooter, Soaring Eagle, or Powderridge.
Western won't be bad more than likely but everything in the basin will be. Heading over to Silver Creek is a great idea for late morning to early afternoon. I always end my day lapping Ballhooter.
They didn't have single lines last year due to COVID. Not sure if they have them this year.
Thanks for the help Kenny. I appreciate it. I see Cupp opened, so that will be good. Hopefully, all of the rain on Monday and Tuesday don't wash out too much snow.