Windy thin flake snowfall last night.  Kept springs from being too firm/packed like it normally is; and looks like it was good for HV too.  Oddly, haven't put skis down at HV yet but will early this week!

It is now in (at least) the 2nd season of the Southwind lift not running and no snowmaking on the terrain. Any word on why?

Purely speculative on my part, but could it be a HOA vs Vail dispute? 

Have heard a couple of different issues with Southwind chair (each 3rd or 4th hand).

#1 Vail’s willingness/ability to make snow on private property (legal issues)

#2 chair in need of significant maintenance and /or did not pass required inspection 

cannot confirm either however