Business
Snowbird ski resort plans to open for its 56th winter season over Thanksgiving weekend, according to a post on X on Nov. 12.
The opening would mark the start of another season at the Little Cottonwood Canyon resort, a short drive from Millcreek and a home mountain for many area skiers and snowboarders.
No additional details about terrain, lift operations or early-season conditions were available as of Nov. 12.
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