Åre, Sweden – First-run leader Sarka Zahrobska held on to give the Czech Republic the gold medal in 1:43.91 under the lights in the 2007 Alpine World Ski Championships in Åre Friday night. Austria’s Marlies Schild was the silver medalist (1:44.02), and Swedish star Anja Paerson, who was going for her fourth gold medal of … Continue reading Czech Ski Racer Zahrobska Wins Worlds Slalom Gold →

Nelson (BC), Canada – Inspired by the vision of a grass-roots gathering, where both experienced and debutant backcountry skiers and snowboarders can celebrate the culture of backcountry pursuits amongst breathtaking scenery and world renowned snow, the First Annual Kootenay Cold Smoke Powder Festival will take place in the Kootenay town of Nelson, B.C. February 24th … Continue reading Backcountry Ski Festival Scheduled in Nelson →

Sochi, Russia – An agreement reached between the Russian government and key environmental groups will ensure that the Sochi 2014 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games will set new standards in ecological planning and development, organizers of Sochi’s Olympic bid announced Friday.nThe agreement was reached at Thursday’s meeting between Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Zhukov, the … Continue reading Sochi 2014 Olympic Bid Organizers Reach Agreement with Environmentalists →

Salt Lake City, UT – Wasatch Ski Distribution LLC will take over distribution of Arva Safety Equipment starting with the 2007/2008 winter season, the company announced this week. Arva, the safety division of Nic-Impex; manufactures snow safety equipment including avalanche beacons, probes and shovels for backcountry skiers and snowboarders, along with first aid kits … … Continue reading Wasatch Ski Distribution Takes Over Arva Avalanche Gear →

Big Bear Lake, CA – The Wide Open #4, a 10-day skiing and snowboarding event extravaganza, returns to California’s Bear Mountain Resort Feb. 23 through Mar. 4. The Wide Open is Bear Mountain’s premier event complete with contests, photo/film shoots, giveaways, live music, after-parties and other surprises. n“The Wide Open showcases The Park when … … Continue reading 10-Day ‘Wide Open’ Ski and Snowboard Fest Returns to Bear Mountain →

Park City, UT – World-renowned big mountain skier Kristen Ulmer is bringing “Ski to Live,” an all-inclusive ski clinic that combines Zen awareness with on-mountain ski instruction, to the luxurious atmosphere that surrounds Utah’s Deer Valley Resort.nEach night, guests are invited to participate in Big Mind gatherings with Genpo Roshi, one of the preeminent Zen … Continue reading ‘Ski to Live’ at Utah’s Deer Valley →

White Pass, WA – Verizon and USA Luge are challenging winter sports fans to experience the thrill of luge and take a shot at glory during the Verizon Luge Challenge at Washington’s Ski White Pass, Saturday and Sunday, March 10-11.nFamilies and winter sports enthusiasts who attend the weekend event can experience the “fastest sport on … Continue reading Slide Into Luge at Ski White Pass →