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[PHOTOS] Alta Ski Area, UT, Ends its 87th Season With its Annual Classic “Frank” Party

On Sunday, April 20, Alta shut down its lifts for the season after its 78th season in operation with their annual closing celebration, referred to as “the Frank.” This celebration consists of costumes, hot dogs, and even paragliders, adding to the unique culture that Alta has created. Related: Skier Rescued After Sliding 800 Feet on Mt. Superior in Little Cottonwood Canyon, UT […]
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Red Bull Cascade 2025: How Bobby Brown Expresses His Unique View of Freeride Skiing at Solitude Mountain Resort, UT

In 2023, Bobby Brown, with help from Red Bull, officially held his first iteration of Red Bull Cascade, in Winter Park, Colorado. Bobby Brown has been known in the ski world for years with an extensive background in slopestyle skiing and many X-Games medals as well as for his film productions with Red Bull. His new event, Cascade, was created […]
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14,000-Foot Mt. Lindsey, CO, Reopens For Recreational Hikers After 4 Years Of Closures

Mt. Lindsey, a 14,000-foot peak in Colorado near Great Sand Dunes National Park in the Sangre de Cristo Range named after the explorer and prospector Malcolm Lindsey, has been closed since 2021. This closure was brought into effect because of liability issues after a 7 million dollar settlement was required to be paid to a cyclist by the Air Force […]
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New Utah Avalanche App Puts Backcountry Safety in the Palm of Your Hand

With Utah’s ski resorts becoming increasingly crowded, more skiers and snowboarders are venturing into the backcountry in search of fresh turns and solitude. But with that freedom comes risk—particularly the danger of avalanches. Recognizing the growing need for easily accessible safety information, the Utah Avalanche Center has launched a new mobile app designed to keep backcountry users informed and prepared. […]
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Christina Lustenberger and Guillaume Pierrel Make History by Becoming the First to Descend the South Face of Mount Robinson, BC

Mount Robson is a prominent mountain in British Columbia, boasting the highest elevation in the Canadian Rockies and a rugged nature. The mountain has an impressive elevation of 12,972 feet or 3,954 meters, located in the Rainbow Range in a remote part of British Columbia. Earlier this month professional backcountry skiers Christina Lustenberger and Guillaume Pierrel conquered this feat on […]
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CAIC Issues Safety Alert for Colorado Backcountry after 500 Reported Avalanches in February

Colorado has seen an uptick in snow totals this season, but more snow totals can often mean unsafe backcountry conditions. In the current month alone, more than 500 avalanches have been reported across the state, according to the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC). The surge in avalanche activity is largely due to a series of large storms depositing snow on […]
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Jackson, WY, Nearly Surpasses its 1967 Snowfall Record in the 2024 Calendar Year

Jackson, Wyoming, is known for its high snowfall and exceptional skiing. The 2024 calendar year was no exception, with a snowfall total nearly surpassing the 1967 record. Jackson is a great destination for skiers looking for excellent snow quality in the 2024-25 season. While Jackson typically receives an average of 77 inches of annual snowfall, in 2024, it reached an abnormal […]
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[PHOTOS] Ski Knuckle Huck Kicks Off 30 Years of X Games

The X Games are often recognized for their prominence in extreme sports, from snowboarding to skiing and skateboarding, you are sure to see something unbelievable at an X Games event. This year’s celebration of X Games Aspen represents the organization’s 30th anniversary, with a vast history of incredible feats, 2025’s run of the games is no different. Kicking off the […]
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[PHOTOS] Luca Harrington Takes the Gold at His First-Ever X Games Men’s Ski Slopestyle

Another year, another X Games Slopestyle, with rails, huge airs, and an incredible opportunity for the world’s best to showcase their skills. With skiers from the likes of Colby Stevenson, Mac Forehand, and Alex Hall, the competition was stacked and all athletes put on a show for Aspen and the world to see. Slopestyle is especially impressive in contrast to […]
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Bellingham, WA, Mountain Rescue Recovers Stranded Snowboarder in Backcountry Near Mount Baker

Bellingham Mountain Rescue, a prominent rescue group out of the Whatcom Country Area of Washington State, had their hands full at the start of the new year with a rescue of a backcountry snowboarder who had fallen into a drainage area in the Swift Creek Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. This area is specifically dangerous in the Mount Baker wilderness due […]
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Utah’s Backcountry Dangers: How Recent Heavy Snowfall Has Impacted Avalanche Conditions Because of a Weak Base Layer

Utah is known for its incredible skiing due to the large amounts of snow it receives yearly and the extensive terrain available, primarily in the Wasatch Range. There are many resorts for skiers to enjoy but many turn to the backcountry due to the vast amount of options when it comes to terrain. However, there are dangers associated with the […]
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Accident at Brighton Resort, UT, Serves as Stark Reminder of the Risks of Early Season Skiing & Snowboarding

Early-season openings bring excitement for skiers eager to hit the slopes, but they also come with inherent challenges, particularly related to snow coverage and safety. The experience of a 17-year-old skier at Brighton Resort, Utah, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of early season skiing and snowboarding. On Monday, November 25, the teenage skier crashed below the chair […]
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How Colorado’s Historic Early November Storm Shook People & Wildlife Across the State

The Colorado ski season started with a boom this past weekend. With what seemed to be nonstop snow hitting the Front Range, roads, resorts, and towns were hit with near-record-breaking November snow totals and winter storm warnings. While the snow was welcome news for resorts such as Winter Park, Copper Mountain, Keystone Resort, and Arapahoe Basin, and other resorts, such as Eldora Mountain Resort, the […]
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