Donner Summit, CA – The upgrades to Boreal’s snowmaking system have paid off. Even with less than ideal snowmaking conditions for much of this fall, the California ski and snowboard resort is ready to get their first skiers and riders of the season on snow.nBoreal will start the weekend on Friday with one lift, the Nugget Double Chair, then also open the Castle Peak Quad for Saturday and Sunday. On Friday only, Boreal will be offering Frickin’ Friday for All, $15 lift tickets. For the first time ever, Boreal will offer the college discounted day for everyone to celebrate opening day.

All Boreal season passes will be accepted during the first weekend of operations, including College and SuperSaver passes. After this weekend, season pass restrictions will be enforced. Night season passes are valid during the day until official night operations begin.

JPI.6 – The Jibassic Public Invitational will take place under the lights from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday. Boreal will host an opening celebration, handing out $1,000 in $10 bills to people on the mountain having a good time.