WINTER PARK – Fall may be officially just one week old, but Mother Nature is getting a jump on winter, blanketing Winter Park Resort with its first snow of the season, Sept. 30. The early dusting is a positive sign of another great upcoming ski and ride season, which begins on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Those who want to get a jump on the winter fun and book by Oct. 15 can take advantage of 35% off Winter Park lodging when reserving four nights or more.