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Snow storage system could aid early season ski operations

View from a groomer preparing Stewart's Bowl at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
View from a groomer preparing Stewart's Bowl at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area

Austin Smith from Bogus Basin ski resort in Boise talks about an unconventional snow solution that stores snow for early season operations.

The resort is piloting Snow Secure's foam insulated tarps to store snow for early season operations. The system, which operates in all climates, was tested by storing 11 acre-feet of snow, with an expected 70-80% retention rate. The pilot showed minimal snow loss.

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