THE FIRST FLAKES of snow have settled on the slopes of Mount Washington, and the resort is busily preparing for the 2013-14 season. Early bird rates for season passes continue until Sept. 30.

THE FIRST FLAKES of snow have settled on the slopes of Mount Washington, and the resort is busily preparing for the 2013-14 season. Early bird rates for season passes continue until Sept. 30.

Snow has started to fall on ski hill

Mount Washington Alpine Resort preparing for busy 2013-14 season

Comox Valley Record