Bringing Tradition Back to Life: How Technology is Changing Small Ski Resorts.


Bringing Tradition Back to Life: How Technology is Changing Small Ski Resorts.

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Bringing Tradition Back to Life: How Technology is Changing Small Ski Resorts.

Thomas Brennick loves skiing at Black Mountain with his grandchildren. He says it feels like old-fashioned skiing.

Black Mountain is using new technology to improve the skiing experience. The technology helps them make decisions about snowmaking and other things.

Erik Mogensen, who owns Black Mountain, wants to make skiing more affordable. He created a pass that lets people ski at many different mountains for a lower price.

Some people like the new technology, but others find it complicated. They don't like having to give so much information just to buy a lift ticket.

Mogensen believes that skiing doesn't have to be expensive. He wants Black Mountain to be a place where everyone feels welcome.


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What does Thomas Brennick love to do at Black Mountain?

He loves skiing at Black Mountain with his grandchildren.

What does Erik Mogensen want to do for skiing?

He wants to make skiing more affordable.

What do some people think about the new technology at Black Mountain?

Some people like it, but others find it complicated.


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