You can never really tell for sure, but a La Nina year is reason for skiers and snowboarders to rejoice in the possibilities of face shots galore this coming winter. La Nina is associated with cooler then normal water temps in the pacific ocean, you can learn more about La Nina at NOAA . This 2011-2012 snow forecast is getting us amped up, its time to dust off the gear, take inventory, get your pass, plan your vacation, and get after it! If you need some new goggles to keep your pow day happy, check out our selection at ASO, everything you need, and nothing you don’t.