Spokane, WA – Workers this summer dismantled a double chairlift at Bridger Bowl near Bozeman, Mont., and moved it to Mt. Spokane to install on 850 acres of previously undeveloped terrain on the mountain’s northwestern flank. Some timber harvesting to prepare the liftline has already taken place, and ski area officials hoped to have the … Continue reading Court Stops Mt. Spokane Ski Area Expansion →

Angel Fire, NM – Angel Fire Resort, 20 miles east of Taos in Northern New Mexico’s Enchanted Circle, will be adding new terrain for skiers and boarders this winter, focused on a new terrain park and an addition to the ski area’s gladed terrain offerings. Angel Fire will transition its popular summer Bike Park into … Continue reading New Mexico’s Angel Fire Builds New Terrain Park, Adds Glade →

Vernon, NJ – Overshadowed by its larger neighbor, a ski area with a 37-year history in Vernon is going on the auction block for the second time in seven years. Hidden Valley, N.J. (file photo: Auction Advisors) The … Continue Reading ››

Montpelier, VT – From snowmaking upgrades to new lodges and hotels, Vermont skiers and riders will discover that the state’s successful 2012-13 ski season has resulted in investments and improvements from north to south this winter.

Sun Valley, ID – A 35-year employee of Sun Valley has sued the Idaho ski resort in U.S. District Court, alleging sexual harassment and age discrimination. (file photo: Sun Valley Resort) The Idaho Statesman reports that Ann Erickson was … Continue Reading ››

Denver, CO – Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) announced on Monday that Christy Sports, a family owned and Colorado-based ski and snowboard retailer, is partnering with CSCUSA in support of its 5th and 6th Grade Passport Programs. With roots in Colorado skiing and snowboarding retail dating back to 1958, Christy Sports is a natural fit … Continue reading Colorado Ski Country USA and Christy Sports Partner to Introduce Kids to Skiing →

Denver, CO – Lodging properties in 17 western mountain resort destinations wrapped up the summer through August with a 5.5 percent increase in actual occupancy and a six percent increase for the past six months compared to 2012, according to the most recent data released by the Denver-based DestiMetrics in their monthly Briefing. The results … Continue reading Pre-Season Bookings Reportedly Strong at Western Ski Resorts →