Don’t look weekends on the slopes of Belleayre for Peter Koch, a retired botany professor from Woodstock, New York.  You won’t find him there because the $326 unlimited pass only allows skiing weekdays.  “Why ski on weekends when it’s expensive and crowded?” he said. Â
In a recessionary economy, skiers can obtain deals including season passes, packages and discounts. Â Here’s a rundown of the best deals and major changes skiers can expect this season in selected ski slopes in the Northeast, which open around mid-November:Â Â …Â Details