Is It the Forest Service? Why Ski Resorts Close "Early"

Some winters, the snow doesn't stop. Powder day, powder day, another powder day? Then, spring arrives, and despite all the snow, ski areas start shutting down for the season. While much of skiing's clientele pivots to different, more seasonally appropriate activities when the weather warms up, the core crowd is left befuddled. Why close when there's still snow on the ground?Webcam images captured on May 31st, 2024. (Left) Killington Resort prepares to open for one final day of skiing on Jun