Killington brands itself the Beast of the East. One of the largest ski resorts in New England, it draws a loyal following, whether weekend warriors who make the drive year after year, or devotees who have moved to Vermont to get more days in on snow. Opening day was earlier this month, and I wanted to talk to the die hards. Skiers love skiing, and they are, I learned, willing to wake up at ungodly hours to get in their first runs of the season, even when only a trail or two are open. 

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