It is a perfect weekend for skiing in Scotland at the three ski areas that remain open, with blue sky, cloudless days and no wind creating stunning sunny spring weather. But the ski centres may soon opt to close not due to a lack of snow, but a lack of skiers.
"It's so sad that at this time of year, few skiers and snowboarders seem to believe Scotland still has great snow at higher levels," said Ski-Scotland Chair Heather Negus.
"Skiers rightly rave about good overhead weather abroad but claim we never have that in Scotland, but that's just not true – we have it right now! Everyone seems to want to come early in the season when it's really cold, with high winds, yet when we do have good snow, blue skies and warm sun, they decide on other activities."
Three of Scotland's mountain resorts: CairnGorm Mountain, Glencoe Mountain and Nevis Range have great snow on mid and upper runs, where there are reports of skiers and boarders wearing bikini tops or going shirtless in the spring sunshine.
"As always, we advise everyone to check conditions on the official website www.ski-scotland.com before leaving home," continued Heather, "but with this amazing weather forecast to continue into the weekend, we're also advising that shades and suncream are a must! This may also be the last weekend of the season at some resorts, so it's a great opportunity to enjoy this brilliant snow and spring weather while it lasts."
Nevis range has indeed confirmed it will close at the end of the day tomorrow, but Cairngorm and Glencoe (pictured above) look set to continue operating later in to April. Glenshee and The Lecht have already closed for the season.