The string of sunny days seems endless as winter gives way to spring. A week ago, it seemed like the snow would never end, but this past week saw snow change to wintry mixes, and wintry mixes change to all rain accompanied by the warmest temperatures we've seen all year.

On the other hand, there was so much snow this year that the golf course over by the resort in Furano has been forced to delay it's spring opening, because the greens are still covered in white. Which speaks volumes as to just how much snow is still on those mountains. Of course it's all spring conditions at this point, but there's still 160cm of highly skiable powder waiting for anyone ready to take it.

It's currently 11 degrees at base level, which is a significant jump from what we were seeing even a week ago. The sun is shining, there's a spring breeze in the air, and it's a beautiful day outside; we'll see you on the slopes!