Check www.skifernie.com and review the snow report and read the weather update section. When you see that there is going to be a snow cycle (which is regular for this resort as last season more than 70 days had 10cm or more!) book a First Tracks program. As you get to ski one hour before they open the lifts to the public! All the Powder you could want for lots less than booking a cat or heli ski day.