Winter Park Resort extends ski and snowboard season into May

After a series of late winter storms, Winter Park Resort announced it is extending its 2020-21 ski and snowboard season by two weeks, now set to end on May 9.

According to the resort, the Winter Park area accumulated 79 inches of snow in March, more than a quarter of the total accumulation during the winter season.

This season extension comes after the resort experienced one of its latest openings for the season, not beginning operations until December.

The 2020-21 season had the latest statewide opening day since 2015, with the first resort opening on Oct. 28. This was largely because of a lack of snow accumulation from dry weather and wildfires.

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Winter Park’s season extension will include the Mary Jane side of the resort, allowing access to its bumps, trees and groomer trails.

As of last week, pass holders no longer require reservations to access the mountain — a policy established to assure social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Resort officials said they no longer need the reservation system to manage visitation numbers.

The resort will continue to limit other mountain access products to help manage the volume of visitors through the end of the season.

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The resort is also holding a Pass Holder Appreciation Week beginning April 5 to thank the pass holders who’ve helped the resort get through the season despite challenging circumstances.

The week will feature exclusive pass holder deals, including $89 friends and family lift tickets and discounts on gear and tubing sessions.

All other COVID-19 policies and procedures — including wearing mandatory face masks, no indoor dining and pre-booking all services — will remain in effect through the remainder of the season.

Additional updates, including open lifts and trails is available at winterparkresort.com.

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