North Carolina’s mountains, covered by their first snowfall of the year last week, presented a peaceful scene just weeks after unprecedented flooding and landslides, triggered by Hurricane Helene, devastated the region, leaving hundreds dead and communities like Asheville essentially cut off.
In the wake of the disaster, two ski resorts closest to Asheville announced they plan to open for the season on schedule.
Hatley Pointe, a boutique ski resort less than an hour’s drive outside of Asheville, said that while its team continues to provide recovery assistance, its mountain will be open for the season.
“While we continue our recovery efforts together, we’re also focused on delivering the mountain that your family can find joy and reprieve in,” the ski resort said on Facebook. “Please know that our resort remains on track to open for the season, and we’re committed to offering a place of solace, adventure, and community healing.”…