Summer getting you down?

Well if you’re Canadian, summer is already seeing its inevitable end as a recent storm just dropped a couple inches at higher elevations yesterday in areas of western Alberta and eastern British Columbia.

Related: 2017 Winter Weather Forecast | Long Range Prediction From NOAA

Of the ski areas that saw snow, Lake Louise and Kicking Horse reported accumulation at their higher elevations. That news is being welcomed by skiers and snowboarders ready to change out two pilsners for two ski poles. The summer folks on the other hand…  They are not so stoked for a winter that can last over 8 months.

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*Video courtesy of The Weather Network

Barclay Idsal is a seasoned writer and digital content producer with over a decade of experience in the ski industry, where writing and skiing rank as his two all-time favorite pastimes. A passionate advocate...