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How Much Money Would You Pay For Private Resort Skiing?

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I hate waiting in lift lines. You probably do too. Itโ€™s no surprise that the backcountry segment of the ski industry continues to explode. Peace and quiet, untouched snow, whatโ€™s not to like? Well, the backcountry does have a few downsides. Why slog all day for a couple runs when you can knock out hot laps on a powder day at [โ€ฆ]

Mike Lavery | August 5, 2022
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[PHOTOS] Lift Shack at Family-Owned Plattekill Mountain, NY, Destroyed by Lightning Strike

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A lift shack at family-owned Plattekill Mountain, NY, was destroyed by fire yesterday following a lightning strike. Related: When Lightning Strikes: This Simple Advice Could Save Your Life The fire began in the bottom shack of the Northface double chair lift before spreading to the motor room, according to a Reddit poster. Itโ€™s unknown if the shack suffered a direct lightning [โ€ฆ]

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A Whole Resort for Just $3,500! You and 19 Buddies Could Rent Plattekill Mountain, NY for Less than a Vail Day Ticket

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Ever wished you didnโ€™t have to wait in line at the chairlift to get in your next sick line on a powder day? Lining up with all those goobers when you could be floating in bottomless powder getting face shot after face shot. Thatโ€™s probably only possible if you own your own resort, and unfortunately, weโ€™re not all millionaires. But [โ€ฆ]

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