Quotes by Ed Youmans

“We have the best snow of any other resort around.”

“Were putting every ounce of effort into getting these power lines back up and running. Were doing everything we can to help Sierra Pacific.”

“Certainly, this is the most difficult (weather) Ive ever seen far and away. The rain and the conditions in general - its never been this bad.”

“It was only two days of rain then. Weve gotten ... how many days of rain in the last two weeks?”

“It just isnt a good idea for us to run at full power until the (power company) gives the area the go-ahead. So far, we dont know when thats going to be.”

“Early season bravery has caused some of the most traumatic injuries Ive seen in 21 years in the ski business. Injuries in the first part of the season occur at both ends of the spectrum. Beginners often get hurt because they dont know how to fall or they are in over their heads. Better riders get hurt because they are over confident and push their limits to far.”

“Its a very bad situation. This has never happened in the resorts history.”

“The season turned out really well. Considering we were closed for a week during the holidays and it rained most of December.”

“March was amazing and April has gone far beyond our expectations. This spring was more than double what we expected in every aspect.”