Sometimes, you have to go turning over stones to find a good deal on a lift ticket, but as it turns out, the best deal in town just might actually be in town. We often look for inspiration in the idea of traveling to far away destinations, but can overlook the fact that maybe there are fun turns right down the street from where we live. 

Case and point: Kissing Bridge’s Late Night Great Night. Last winter, I moved back to my old stomping grounds: western New York. Bills country! Having grown up in the area, I was already aware of KB’s Friday night celebration of slide culture, the few-times-a-winter get-together they do for fun, as they’re no stranger to a good time.

So, one Friday night last winter, I grabbed my trusty point and shoot, poured a fresh cup of coffee, put the kids to bed, and headed to Kissing Bridge for their 10PM-1AM Late Night Great Night. The price? Twenty bucks. Can’t beat it. Where else can you shred for four dollars per hour?! Plus, there’s something to be said about being out on the slopes past witching hour, when the first aprés has entered its second phase; an experience I refer to as “aprés deux”. 

Kissing Bridge isn’t the only resort out there offering unique experiences at a great value. You just have to look.

Speaking of…Kissing Bridge’s first Late Night Great Night of the season is tomorrow, December 20th, and this time, that 10PM-1AM ticket is just $15. Maybe I’ll see you there…