If you were thinking of skipping the drive up north this weekend and you're looking for a rationalization, you've come to exactly the wrong place. Skiing and riding conditions are not only still good – they are the best of the season right now. And, at least for now, there appears to be no end in sight. The 15-day forecast shows nighttime lows ranging from the high single digits to the mid-twenties right through the end of the month. This could well be on of those years when we have awesome sliding right through April. Boyne Mt. manager Dave Newman informs me that if conditions warrant, lifts could run as late as the April 19th/20th weekend (and maybe beyond?). Sunshine, long days, awesome snow, and no lift lines . . . would you even think of parking your boards at a time like this?