A New York Skier’s Season in Photos: 2025/26

My ski season has come and gone, and what a season it was in the northeast. From late December to early March we enjoyed natural snowfall, cold temps and little rain.

clouds at the top of Hunter Mountain
Thick clouds breaking up at the top of Hunter Mountain

These are the conditions that make for a great winter in the northeast it was nice to not have to deal with too many temperature swings, variable precipitation and other factors that adversely affect ski conditions. Here are some of my favorite photos from this season.

As usual, my season started at Hunter Mountain. Opening day on November 22 started with thick, low clouds and only the mainline open for top-to-bottom skiing.

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Steve Aaron’s Favorite Catskill Ski Trails

I long enjoyed Top Ten lists since the time when magazines ruled the day.

I find them fun, informative and sometimes thought provoking.

The idea of producing a Top Ten list of Catskill ski runs has interested me for many years.

With more than 50 years of Catskill skiing under my belt, here is my list of favorite Catskill ski runs.

Your comments and input on your own favorites are welcomed below.

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Run Wild and Verkeerderkill Falls

Ten years ago I started photographing trail running events, almost by accident.

My respect for these athletes has grown over the years, and it still amazes me to witness the grit and strength of these runners as they traverse trails through the mountains on courses of ranging from 10 to 70 miles in length.

Taking in the View at Sam's Point

Over the years, I’ve come to know many of the runners with appreciation for their perseverance, but also for their warm sense of community. Trail runners are an incredibly friendly group of athletes.

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