CONWAY — Ski season is here, with lots to report about new capital improvements made over the summer at Mount Washington Valley’s alpine and ski touring centers.
As cold weather permits, snowmaking is continuing at all local areas, with Cranmore Mountain Resort targeting its opening to next Friday, Dec. 5, and tubing and Mountain Adventure Park open this weekend.
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