I've been skiing and snowboarding for decades. I beat the crowds at these Northeastern resorts instead of flying out West.

• 09/10/2024, 8:16 AM
• businessinsider.com

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For me, a perfect winter day is when I can only see one or two lines cut through deep powder on a ski run. It's a sign that I'm one of the few people enjoying the mountain that day.