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[VIDEO] Parkin Costain Attempts Untouchable Alaskan Spine | There’s a Reason No One Had Skied This Line–Until Now

Parkin Costain has evolved from an up-and-comer to a heavy hitter in the last few years, writes Teton Gravity Research. He’s had his eyes on the Monospine since he was 17, but after a few legends backed down from the 2,000-foot monster, it seemed like the dream line was untouchable. That is until Parkin stepped up while filming for Beyond […]
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Killington Resort, VT, Welcomes First Snow of the Season

First snow of the season at Killington Resort

Vermont’s Killington Resort, known as “The Beast of the East,” received its first snow of the 2024-25 season this morning, marking the unofficial start of winter in the Northeast. The light dusting, coupled with the resort’s snowmaking capabilities, sets the stage for another promising ski season. Related: [UPDATED: SEPTEMBER] NOAA Winter 2024-25 Early Forecast: La Niña Returns and What That […]
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[PHOTOS] Copper Mountain, CO, Kicks Off Snowmaking in Preparation for Winter 2024-25

Thanks to plummeting temperatures, Copper Mountain in Colorado seized the opportunity to begin its snowmaking operations for the upcoming 2024-25 winter season. The resort’s snowmaking crew initiated the process early Monday morning, focusing on building a solid base for the upper mountain’s alpine race training facilities. Related: [VIDEO] Direct Weather October Snow Forecast: These Are the Regions That Will See […]
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85-Year-Old French Ski Resort Alpe du Grand Serre Forced to Close Permanently—Climate Change to Blame?

Alpe du Grand Serre ski resort

The Alpe du Grand Serre ski resort in the French Alps has permanently closed, citing financial difficulties and the impacts of climate change, France3 reports. On October 5, 2023, local authorities voted not to reopen the resort for the upcoming winter season, effectively ending its 85-year run as a popular winter sports destination. Related: Climate Change Could Actually Lead to More […]
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Trollhaugen Troll, WI, Opened on Farmed Snow Yesterday for Annual Rail Jam Event

Crews spreading out the farmed snow. Credit: Trollhaugen Facebook

Trollhaugen Troll Recreation Area, Wisconsin, has kicked off its 2024-25 winter season with its annual Fall Open Haugen Weekend. The three-day event began on Friday, October 4, with the resort’s annual Ski and Snowboard Sale and Swap. The highlight of the weekend was the Rail Jam on Sunday. SNOW!!! #OpenHaugen is back today 12-4pm ⛷️🧌🏂 Join us for the ultimate winter […]
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Indy Pass Becomes the Temporary Owner of Historic Black Mountain in New Hampshire

JACKSON, NEW HAMPSHIRE—The Indy Pass and Entabeni Systems have purchased Black Mountain, New Hampshire’s oldest ski area, from the Fichera family. For the past 30 years, the Fichera family has worked tirelessly to keep the mountain open for the community to enjoy. Indy Pass will own and operate the resort for this coming season and will transfer the ownership to […]
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