Washington, DC – Troubled by the prospect of climate change altering the winter they love and depend upon for their livelihoods, a high profile delegation of top winter sports athletes and outdoor leaders traveled to Washington this week to show support for President Obama’s climate action plan. Despite the government shutdown, a large group of … Continue reading POW Goes to Washington
Salt Lake City, UT – Today’s pre-season snow stoke is brought to you by the ski states of Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. Alta Ski Area, Utah (photo: Caroline Gleich/Instagram) (photo: Arapahoe Basin) (photo: Beaver Creek) (photo: Breckenridge Resort) (photo: Canyons Resort) (photo: Crested Butte Mountain Resort) (photo: Ski Cooper) (photo: Copper Mountain) (photo: Deer Valley … Continue reading PHOTOS: Snowfall Today in The West
Taylors Falls, MN – It hasn’t been cold enough to make snow yet this year at Wild Mountain, but the Minnesota ski area’s annual rail jam will go forward as scheduled this weekend anyway, thanks to mSnow. In seasons past, Wild Mountain is traditionally one of the
Twin Bridges, CA – Visitors to California’s Sierra-at-Tahoe this winter will find a new 9,000 square-foot structure and plaza in the ski resort’s base area, a new Burton Star Wars Echo Base learning experience for kids ages 7-12, a new spring concert series, new season pass benefits and more. Sierra-at-Tahoe has invested $4.5 million into … Continue reading Sierra-at-Tahoe Revamps Base Area
Boise, ID – Idaho is a popular winter destination for skiers and boarders who enjoy some of the world’s best runs without the crowds. With 18 ski areas offering more than 20,000 skiable acres and an array of Nordic trails and loops, Idaho is a gem for enthusiasts seeking crystal clear skies, fresh powder and short … Continue reading Idaho Launches Vitamin ID Winter Sweepstakes
Aspen, CO – The Maroon Bells are a spectacular set of mountain peaks outside of Aspen, Colo., and are one of the state’s most photographed scenes. Tourists who flock to see them draped in spectacular autumn colors, however, will be disappointed to find the Maroon Creek Road barricaded a half mile below the U.S. Forest … Continue reading Ski Resorts Provide Relief from Goverment Shutdown
Washington, DC – Apparently, summer recreation at U.S. ski resorts is considered an “essential service.” Despite the U.S. Government budget impasse and shutdown, in the Federal Register on Wednesday the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) published a request for public comment on expanding summer recreation at the 122 ski resorts that operate on National Forest Service … Continue reading Forest Service Seeks Public Input on Recreation at Ski Resorts
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