With Killington Resort officially open in Vermont, skiers and riders were excited to kick off their season on Thursday. Among them was Harley Ruffle, a 7-year-old who has gained thousands of followers on social media with his journey on a snowboard.

Harley Ruffle is only 7 years old, but he has already completed five seasons of snowboarding for at least 100 days. His quick progress already has him riding with professionals.

He first picked up a snowboard at only 2 years old. His family was at a ski shop for his older brother, but ended up leaving with another rider. Harley's mom, Jill Ruffle, said she turned around and Harley had strapped himself into a mini snowboard.

"We brought him into the store in a stroller and he's on snow, balancing on a snowboard with absolutely zero problems,"

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