Bogus Basin has announced a Nov. 24th target date to open for the ski season – that is Thanksgiving Day!

Bogus also unveiled nearly $5 million in improvements on the mountain it’s completed in time for the winter season.

According to a release, the upgrades include two new runs, expanded and improved beginner terrain, doubling of pumping capacity for snowmaking, and new RFID technology for automatic registering of passes or lift tickets as skiers or snowboarders approach the lifts, without having to pause to have their tickets checked.

The resort says the upgrades were possible thanks to strong season pass sales and revenues, along with support from sponsors and donors in the community.

Bogus Basin is entering its 80th year, and is planning an array of events to mark the milestone, including an 80th birthday party on the mountain on Dec. 20.