Cooper Spur Ski Area is opening for the season on Friday, with lifts operating for skiing and snowboarding. All 50 acres of the ski area will be open, served by the Homestead lift and a beginner rope tow. Cooper Spur Ski Area is scheduled to operate over the holidays from 9 AM – 5 PM daily from December 17 through January 1. Cooper Spur will also be offering a tubing tow which is expected to open this weekend.