🎿‘Twas One Week Before Christmas... and Snow’s on the Horizon ❄️

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🗻 A Christmas Rhyme for the SoCal Ski Kind 🎿✨

‘Twas one week to Christmas, and up in the hills,
We were craving some snowflakes to give us the thrills.
From Mammoth to Big Bear, and June’s opening soon,
We stared at the forecasts and howled at the moon. 🌝

The base was all dusty, the temps way too high,
With man-made terrain and a clear, sunny sky.
Yet skiers held hope, not ready to yield,
For storms may still sweep o’er the cold mountain field. 🌨️

🎿 At Mammoth, the groomers are giving their best,
DJ beats from the gondola keep hearts feeling blessed.
Though snow’s been quite scarce, events still roll on,
With après and cheer till the snowpack is strong. 🎧🥳

🎅 Big Bear preps Night Sessions under star’s glow,
Santa’s been spotted on skis (don’t you know?).
With light shows and rail jams in full snowy swing,
You might still carve joy, even on a spring wing. 🌌🎁

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 At June, the big day’s still marked on the slate—
Saturday, Dec 20 — we’re opening the gate!
With kids skiing free, no stress, and good cheer,
It’s the family ski day of the whole dang year! 🎉❄️

🏔️ Mountain High, too, won’t be left behind,
They’re cranking their snow guns — peace of mind!
Deep House Brunch hits Dec 21 with beats,
And a West Sundeck party where snow bunnies meet. 🏂💃

So keep your eyes skyward, keep your boots near,
The flakes might start falling just in time for the cheer.
A miracle storm could dance through the trees,
And cover SoCal slopes with powdery peace. 🎄🌨️

🎉 JUNE MOUNTAIN OPENS THIS SATURDAY: DECEMBER 20

That’s right — the best-kept secret in SoCal skiing officially opens this weekend. Why do we love June?

• 🎿 Kids 12 & under ski FREE all season

• 🛷 Chill vibes, no crowds, and a family-first scene

• 🧳 Perks for passholders: 25% off lift tickets, rentals, lodging & more

• ☕ Real cocoa. Real stoke. Zero chaos.

I call it “Mammoth’s little sister” — but with bigger heart and way less hustle. 💙

👉 Full details on June’s Opening Day here

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🌨️ BUT WAIT… IS SNOW COMING?

Now for the good news:
Weather models are finally flipping — and a holiday storm pattern is trying to take hold.

According to forecasters:

• ❄️ Snow is forecasted to arrive between Dec 22–24
• 🎄 A second wave might hit after Christmas
• 🌡️ Temps could drop low enough to finally stick snow across the SoCal ranges

So yes — the base isn’t epic yet. But the Christmas Miracle energy is strong. Keep your skis waxed and your plans loose — we might just score a white holiday after all.

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🧤 Sasha’s Closing Thoughts (with Cocoa in Hand) 🫖

I get it — the dry December has been rough.
But this isn’t the first time we’ve gone into Christmas with more stoke than snow.

I’ve seen late-December storms turn the season around overnight.
You head up expecting groomers — and suddenly you’re knee-deep in fluff.

That’s the magic of California skiing:
You never know when the mountain might surprise you.

✨ Proverb of the Week:

"When in doubt, keep your goggles near and your hopes high." 🎿

📩 Tell me your plans!
• Got a holiday ski trip planned?
• Hoping for a Christmas miracle?
• Just want the stickers? 😄

Drop a reply, save this post, or forward it to your ski squad!

Stay warm, stay hopeful — and I’ll see you at June this weekend.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! ❄️🎄

With holiday stoke,
Sasha “Ski Smart, Ski Strong” Everett ⛷️✨

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