Mount Washington, NH: Home Of The World’s Worst Weather [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F36WalK8dQ0"] Alex Camerino | February 3, 2023 Likes Tweets 3 Comments
All the Ski Swaps in North America This Fall Yes, it’s that time of year again. We are entering the season of good old-fashioned ski swaps. Whether you want new gear or are selling your old stuff, now is the time. The Ski Diva has made it easy to find your nearest swap this year by curating the fabulous list below. Make sure to check out The Top 10 […] Industry News Alex Camerino | October 24, 2022 3 Comments
Wildfire Air Attack: Beating Back the Flames As the western United States burns, thousands of men and women battle the flames on foot, with trucks, and by air. While all aspects of wildland fire fighting are crucial to the overall mission, air attack plays a key role in beating back the flames. So what types of planes are available for fighting fires? Cal Fire Cal Fire, California’s […] Fire Alex Camerino | July 14, 2022 3 Comments
Powder Bunnies: The Ski Pole Flare Everyone Needs Powder Bunnies offer custom pole baskets so you can stand out and look even cooler than you already do. These baskets make a great gift for every skier–even if you gift them to yourself! They are durable, easy to install, and most importantly make you look better while shredding. With their unique design, Powder Bunnies fit on virtually every pole so […] Gear Alex Camerino | February 15, 2022 1 Comment
The Wrap Strap by Intuition Liners: Why Everyone Needs Them This Winter The wrap strap by Intuition Liners Inc. is the addition that every skier and rider needs to perform like a pro this winter. While most ski boots have a stock cuff strap, they tend to not do an adequate job when it comes to synching down the top of a boot for proper shin-cuff contact. The wrap strap is now here so […] Gear Alex Camerino | December 22, 2021 2 Comments
SCARPA’s Boot Guide For Beginners Brought to you by SCARPA Riding a lift is the most accessible form of skiing, but what about getting those untouched lines in the most scenic areas outside a resort? While Instagram photos can make it look like a piece of cake, how can beginners get into the fastest growing segment of the sport–backcountry skiing? Choosing the right boot is […] Gear Alex Camerino | February 9, 2021 0 Comments
Presidential Skiing: A Guide to New Hampshire’s Gnarliest Ski Lines Presidential Skiing: A Guide to Backcountry Skiing in New Hampshire’s Presidential Range is the first of its kind and is sure to be a game changer for backcountry skiing in New Hampshire. It is hot off the press for 20/21 and contains some of the gnarliest lines on the East Coast. This includes 17 areas along the Range including iconic […] Industry News Alex Camerino | December 26, 2020 1 Comment
Rock Climbers Secure Cliffside Above Major Idaho Roadway [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_PINEsbruo"] Alex Camerino | October 29, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Animated Map: California Wildfires From 1910-2019 [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o58Te06fOkw"] Alex Camerino | October 23, 2020 Likes Tweets 1 Comment
What is the Wildland Urban Interface and Why is it Important? The wildland urban interface (WUI) is where human-made structures are built adjacent to forests or other areas prone to wildfires. When you first think about where these areas are, you may expect them to only occur in rural areas. However, many WUI zones are in much more urban areas, as the name might suggest. These zones are crucial to defending […] Fire Alex Camerino | October 16, 2020 0 Comments
Toxic Water Off Russian Coast Leads to Mass Marine Death Recent reports from the Kamchatka Peninsula, in Russia’s far east, suggest that a toxic spill of some kind has led to mass death on the ocean floor. It is estimated that 95% of all benthos, or bottom-dwelling organisms, have died. Local government officials denied initial reports of an unfolding environmental disaster after a group of surfers sounded the alarm. Related: […] Alex Camerino | October 16, 2020 0 Comments
Video: Daring Helicopter Rescue From Crestone Needle, CO [arve url="https://youtu.be/sxMRtczfvlQ"] Alex Camerino | October 7, 2020 Likes Tweets 1 Comment
Bear Hitches Ride Atop Garbage Truck [arve url="https://youtu.be/oV6evycdI9U"] Alex Camerino | October 7, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Could the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Be The Most Active Ever? This year’s Atlantic hurricane season is currently the second most active on record. The “Atlantic hurricane season” is from the beginning of June to the end of November. With two months to go there only needs to be four more named storms to tie 2020 with 2005 for the most named hurricanes. In fact, there have been so many hurricanes […] Brains Alex Camerino | September 28, 2020 0 Comments
Understanding The Physics Of Ski Racing Sure, we all get that gravity pulls skiers downhill and carving a turn is faster than snowplowing, but have you ever stopped to actually think about the physics of ski racing? While no skier can go as fast as physics suggests they can, World Cup ski racers get the closest. Let’s break down the forces behind the best alpine skiers in […] Brains Alex Camerino | September 28, 2020 0 Comments
This National Park Mails Your Trash Back to You if You Litter Khao Yai National Park, near Bangkok, Thailand now mails tourists their trash back if they litter. Founded in 1962 the park is the oldest in the country and the third-largest covering 837 square miles. It is part of the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex, which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area is known for its diverse […] Alex Camerino | September 23, 2020 0 Comments
Patagonia Says “Vote the A$$holes Out” Patagonia, a leader in outdoor clothing, is letting people know what they think and what you should do. They want you to “vote the assholes out”. Their message of activism aims to remove politicians that deny climate change. The only way to do that is by voting and Patagonia is making sure you know. “It refers to politicians from any party who […] Gear Alex Camerino | September 17, 2020 6 Comments
Wildfires Are Getting Worse, What Can We Do To Help? Yes, wildfires are natural phenomena, however, they are getting worse due to climate change. The apocalyptic scenes coming out of California, Oregon, and Washington are a window into the future. The United States, the Russian Arctic, and Australia have all seen the most devastating fires in history over the last decade. Mother nature is ringing the alarm bells, but what […] Fire Alex Camerino | September 16, 2020 11 Comments
Microfibers From Denim Blue Jeans Have Been Discovered in the Arctic Denim blue jean fibers have been found in the Arctic, according to a new study. Denim is the most popular clothing in the world. At any one time, half the world is wearing blue jeans or some other form of denim. Given the number of blue jeans around the world, a group from the University of Toronto wanted to see […] Brains Alex Camerino | September 12, 2020 0 Comments
As Wildfires Intensify New Smoke Forecasting Models Are Needed New smoke forecasting models are being developed in response to wildfires intensifying across the western United States. The NOAA Smoke Forecasting System is good for predicting smoke movement across the US, however not as effective on a smaller scale. Related: The Intensity of California’s Wildfires is Causing Rare Volcanic Clouds Climate change is driving the intensification of wildfires worldwide. Increased […] Fire Alex Camerino | September 12, 2020 0 Comments
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