Ski season on Mount Hood can open as early as Halloween but the Thanksgiving weekend is generally the target date for all the resorts. If you really have the bug like me, Timberline runs limited operation on weekends starting in early October through the official resort opening when all lifts are operational. It is weather dependent, so make sure to check their website or the Timberline snow phone 503-222-2211. Have a awesome winter and hope to see you on the slopes!