December 31, 2010 • Snow is piling up in record amounts in the western part of the U.S.. That's good news for the snow -
dependent ski industry, which like most travel and tourism industries, has limped its way through the economic downturn.
The
ski industry is already hurting from the effects of climate change, with more unpredictable and warmer winters making it increasingly difficult for places
dependent upon steady revenue from snow - seeking tourists.