As Colorado ski areas prepare for winter, Loveland Ski Area is testing its snow guns in anticipation of the 2024-2025 ski season, aiming to open between late October and early November. Despite the warm weather, Loveland has completed maintenance on its equipment and is ready to start snowmaking when conditions are right. Similarly, Arapahoe Basin has also begun testing its snowmaking capabilities. Meanwhile, in Vermont, Killington Resort is undergoing a $30 million upgrade with the installation of 1,000 low-energy snowmaking guns, marking a significant investment aimed at improving snow production efficiency and opening earlier in the season. These advancements come as ski areas nationwide gear up for their winter operations amidst fluctuating temperatures. Both regions are closely monitoring weather forecasts to capitalize on the first opportunities for snowmaking.