Many brand name ski gloves were manufactured in Johnstown, using some of the finest leather to be found anywhere. Royal Mountain in Johnstown has its own claim to fame. Royal gets annual natural snow in abundance. Though they do groom trails and slopes, you ll still find enough bumps at Royal to test the strongest set of legs. It s a pristine setting with old fashion charm and atmosphere.
Royal operates on weekends and holiday weeks.
There is lodging in the area. Skiers and non-skiers alike are taking up tubing, with many participants choosing nothing but tubing as their favorite outdoor recreation. Tubing Park is open nights, too. She has been a ski instructor, a racing mom, and a Vassar College psychology professor in her varied career. As a devotee of Sherlock Holmes and a member of the Baker Street Irregulars, she strives to make all aspects of the sport elementary.