Crystal Extends Season With Bonus Weekeends, Locals Upset With Lift Operations Plan

Pacific Northwest resorts are on a streak of upsetting some locals with altered spring operations. Alpental, Washington, caused a minor stir by closing early for construction projects, and Whistler Blackcomb drew criticism when they decided to stop running the Blackcomb Gondola during weekdays. Now, Crystal Mountain, Washington, is creating similar frustrations. While they recently announced that they would remain open until May 21st, the planned lift offerings didn't meet everyone's expect