Helmeted tots in miniature ski gear inch past on their journey to the beginner lift.
Skiers dot the white slopes on mountain trails high above base lodge.
But behind the scenes, Deer Valley and other area ski resorts are scrambling to avert a whiteout of the 2002 ski season. The concern is that no one will be skiing at the resorts besides the competitors at the 2002 Winter Olympics, running Feb. 8 through 24, 2002. The resort's fears may result in windfall discounts for skiers next winter. You can catch a glimpse of the Olympic excitement now. The state is overflowing with new facilities for winter sports.