Powdered Snow??
The shallow approch to a slight run-on landing in ski ops IS THE WAY. To come to a high hover, or slow decent with no forward speed for that matter, on an overcast day with fresh snow is really asking for it... There are two stakes for a reason, aim for the first, end up at the second, using the paralax for reference.
Having your machine creating a snowball at 15ft with your landing spot below you is not my cup of tea, but if it makes you happy, have at it.
RH