<p>Having also skiied extensively in the NE and in the rockies, I have to agree that the conditions are better out west, and frequently icier/more granular in the NE. Also, no real “bowls” in the NE, and don’t recall if there was any skiing above the treeline.</p>
<p>Other ideas for engineering and skiing are Colorade State and Colorado School of Mines. Also Harvey Mudd.</p>