In their efforts to diversify, quite a few leading ski resorts in the Alps and Rockies have hit upon the idea of allowing visiting ski tourist to ride along in the cab of a piste basher when they're grooming the slopes of an evening.
The idea of actually letting ski tourists drive a groomer is less common however, but Canyons resort near Park City in Utah have decided to offer just that as a unique après ski experience.
It's not just a quick 10 metres across a flat meadow either, this activity is a full eight hour shift lasting in to the small hours of the following morning, the same 'Day one' induction course that new piste groomer drivers undergo, and you will have to part with 395 dollars to take part – although that does include a packed 'lunch.'
The induction course is conducted by one of Canyons most experienced operators and…
"Depending on how you progress, we'll have you driving, tilling, pushing snow and you might even get to groom out a full run. The Resort Operator is responsible for determine the amount of interaction the guest will be allowed." said a Canyons spokesperson.
But don't think about taking your mates along for cat calling or even encouragement from the back seat, only one person is allowed in the cab with the instructor.
Courses run from 5:30pm to 1am and participants must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license.