Update 10/18: The Indy Pass has come to the rescue, and will help Black Mountain operate this upcoming winter. Click here for more info. The following information was from last week.
One of the biggest independent gems in the North American ski industry won’t be operating this upcoming winter.
Black Mountain, which is one of the oldest ski areas in New England, announced that they won’t be opening for the 2023-24 season. The reasons for this temporary closure include rising energy costs, staffing shortages, and weather challenges, among other reasons. It is unclear what ownership’s plans are for the ski area’s future.
Erik Mogensen, who’s the owner of the Indy Pass, said the following about the situation in the Indy Passholders Facebook group:
“I just got off the phone with John Fichera. He had too many uphill battles to make it work for another season. Everyone at the Indy Pass will be working hard to help John and Black Mountain find a solution that is better than today’s news.
Keeping small places like Black Mountain open is a real challenge, and we all need to be part of [the] solution. We all have a role to play in keeping skiing independent.”
We will update this story as more details emerge. Black Mountain’s official statement is below.
Image Credits: Black Mountain
