Ski Area Needs Just $12k Per Weekend To Claim Title As Last Open In Alaska

Skiers who call Anchorage, Alaska home have a handful of options when it comes to local ski areas and resorts. Those looking for big mountain adventures can travel south to Alyeska, but family-friendly turns can be found at smaller areas like Hilltop, Hillberg, and Arctic Valley.Fresh tracks descend one of Arctic Valley's treeless faces.Courtesy: Arctic Valley Ski AreaAlyeska Resort is known for averaging the most snow of any ski area in the country, but Arctic Valley Ski Area is