Big Sky Resort's pond skim is finally back. After a six-year hiatus, the resort brought back the fan favorite event to close out its 51st season, and EBS took a trip up to the bowl to get a look at the action. Read more about the event in Explore Big Sky's recent story, "Skim or swim: Big Sky's closing weekend makes a splash with the return of the pond skim.” 🎙: Leslie Kilgore 🎥: Fischer Genau | Explore Big Sky

Meet the crew behind the magic! ❄️✨ Big Sky’s 42-member snowmaking team brings over 200 years of combined experience—but their work doesn’t end when the snow guns power down. Unlike the typical night-to-day snowmaking story, in-season, our team seamlessly transitions into vital roles across the mountain, from ski instruction to terrain park design. This adaptability is what makes Big Sky’s snowmaking team truly extraordinary. Help us celebrate their incredible work—follow the link below to vote