Despite the fact that here in the U.S. we've been experiencing what some are calling a «Winterless Wonderland» due to the record - setting lack of snow in parts of the country, we are still entering the high season for winter sports. (theexpeditioner.com)
Observations from the North Pole Environmental Observatory indicate that freeze - up started in late August (almost a week earlier than in other recent years), surface ocean temperatures are at the freezing point, and a near lack of snow cover will promote rapid ice growth. (searcharcticscience.org)
We already know that many ski resorts are suffering from lack of snow due to global warming, but now we're seeing it trickle down into the entire industry as well. (treehugger.com)