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Q Burke Mountain Resort Announces New President & CEO

Most mornings I get here first. Well, first if you don't count the snowmakers and groomers I usually pass on my way to work, they are just leaving. Getting here first, while all is quiet and calm, is pretty awesome. In this Burke Blog we open the curtains for a glimpse inside the early-morning inner workings of our resort and what our dedicated staff does to get the mountain ready before the lifts roll each day at 9 AM.

Here's a quick heads up with our plans for the week:  

Good things come to those who wait.  With prime snowmaking temps the past few days, we are pumping out the snow for summit to base skiing and riding this weekend!  Lifts and trails will open for Saturday and Sunday, December 1-2.  The Sherburne Experss will be open servicing Binney Lane and High Meadows Pass. The Mid Burke Express and Poma lift will be open with 4 trails-Upper & Lower Willoughby, Lower Bear Den and Lower Warren's Way.  Services at the Sherburne Base Lodge will include the Rental & Repair Shop, ski and ride lessons, Seson Pass & Guest Relations Offices and food services from the Tamarack Grill.  

It's that time of year again-family gatherings, holiday parties, feasts, presents and quality time on the slopes!  I haven't been this excited for the start of the season in a long time! Our snowmaking upgrades are proving to be very efficient and effective, and the snow that we have been able to put on the hill has far exceeded our expectations.  There is significant coverage on the upper mountain-but unfortunately, these gorgeous sunshiny days have not let us continue our 'round the clock plan for snowmaking like we had hoped.