Resort Snow Checker

A universal skill to check snow conditions, weather, and gear requirements for ANY ski resort globally.

Audits

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Install

openclaw skills install resort-snow-checker

Global Resort Conditions

This skill fetches the latest mountain reports, weather forecasts, and surface conditions to provide a "go/no-go" recommendation and specific gear advice for skiers and snowboarders.

1. Request Validation

Supported Dates

  • Past Dates: Inform the user that historical data is not supported and stop.
  • Current/Future Dates: Proceed to data gathering.

2. Mountain Report

  1. Search Phase: Use web_search for: "[Resort Name] current mountain report snow conditions".
  2. Extraction Phase: Identify:
    • New Snow: (Last 24h/48h).
    • Base Depth: Current snow pack thickness.
    • Operational Status: Open lifts vs. total (check for "Wind Holds" or "Delayed Openings").
    • Surface: (e.g., Powder, Packed Powder, Hardpack, Spring Slush, Crusty).

3. Weather & Gear Analysis

  1. Search Phase: Use web_search for: "[Resort Name] weather forecast [Requested Date]".
  2. Key Data Points: Temperature (High/Low), Wind Speed (mph/kph), and Visibility/Precipitation.
  3. Gear Logic:
    • Sub-Zero (<15°F / -10°C): Recommend heavy insulators, face masks, and hand warmers.
    • Spring/Warm (>35°F / 2°C): Recommend shells/layers, high-SPF sunscreen, and "warm-weather" wax.
    • High Wind/Snow: Recommend high-contrast (low light) goggles.
    • Wet Snow/Rain: Recommend waterproof hardshells and spare gloves.

4. Verdict & Response

Provide a concise, formatted response:

🏔️ Mountain Report Summary of new snow, base depth, and lift operations.

❄️ Weather Report Summary of temp, wind, and sky conditions.

🧤 Gear & Prep Provide 2-3 specific gear recommendations based on the weather (e.g., "Pack your low-light goggles for the fog" or "Bring a face mask for the wind chill").

🎿 Recommendation Provide a verdict:

  • Strongly Recommended: Fresh snow, calm winds, good visibility.
  • Recommended: Stable base, groomed trails, standard winter weather.
  • Caution: High winds (lift hold risk), rain/ice, or heavy fog (low visibility).
  • Not Recommended: Resort is closed, lightning, or extreme storm warnings.