It’s an earlier than usual start for ski resorts in Michigan as many are open because there have been colder temperatures and snow. Mickey MacWilliams, the executive director of the Michigan Snow Sports Industry Association, spoke with Michigan News Network this week.
“With this kind of weather to start with, we’re pretty excited about the winter and look forward to it,” MacWilliams said. “Even if we don’t get a lot of snow, most of the ski areas in the state have really ramped up their snow making so there’s snow even when there isn’t any in your backyard.”
MacWilliams says there are 4.2 to 4.4 million skier visits in Michigan each year. She adds Michigan has more ski resorts than any state except New York.
