Remembering the 1982 Alpine Meadows, CA, Avalanche That Killed Seven, Over 40 Years Later 43 years ago, on March 31, 1982, a deadly avalanche ripped through Alpine Meadows Ski Area in California. The catastrophic slide was unlike any the area had seen. It buried dozens, taking seven lives and causing millions of dollars worth of damages to the resort. March 27, 1982, the storm rolled in. Snow dumped for days as patrollers fought to […] Avalanche Aunika Skogen | March 31, 2025 2 Comments
Mono County, California: Choose Your Own Adventure Mono County, California: It’s Time To Choose Your Own Adventure The Eastern Sierra is a premier winter destination. Home to Mammoth and June Mountain, Mono County attracts powder chasers eager to ride storms and spend days at the resort. However, adventure lies far beyond the ski area boundaries. Let’s explore what lies beyond the ski area. It’s time to choose […] Featured Article Aunika Skogen | March 28, 2025 0 Comments
Top 5 Longest Ski Runs in the World Ever dream of long, never-ending snowy runs? Have you ever had to stop in the middle of one to catch your breath, feeling like it’s the longest run in the world? Here are the top five longest runs in the world for any skill level, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced skier looking for an adrenaline rush. The Vallee […] Aunika Skogen | February 2, 2025 6 Comments
Top 5 National Parks for Backcountry Skiing Are you looking to earn some turns and check some National Parks off your bucket list this year? As tourist season at many National Parks has ended, it’s the perfect time to visit. There’s no better way to explore the West’s National Parks than skiing them. Here are five National Parks with some of the best backcountry skiing. Related: How […] Backcountry Aunika Skogen | November 23, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin, CO, Report: Summer Sadness Exits, Winter Enters Report from Sunday, November 3, 2024 Arapahoe Basin officially opened for the 2024-25 season after a seemingly never-ending warm fall. Colorado’s first day of ski season is a highly sought-after claim to fame and often a friendly race among neighboring resorts. For most of October, the Colorado Rockies along the I-70 corridor were dry as a bone. Wolf Creek was […] Conditions Report Aunika Skogen | November 4, 2024 0 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM, Via Ferrata Trip Report: Taking Summer Adventure to New Heights Long after the snow is gone and ski crowds die down, some resorts hibernate, patiently waiting for snowfall. Summertime at Taos Ski Valley is hardly a ghost town. Especially for its Via Ferrata, which allows outdoor enthusiasts to take their adventure to new heights, far above Kachina Peak. Visiting Taos Ski Valley in the summer is like escaping through a […] Trip Report Aunika Skogen | August 26, 2024 0 Comments
Taos, NM, Bike Park Report: Spice Up Your Summer With a Visit to New Mexico Known for its gnarly terrain and rich ski history, Taos Ski Valley is nestled in the shadow of New Mexico’s tallest point: Wheeler Peak. With a past dating back to the 1950s, Taos has been a world-class ski destination for many. But it’s so much more than just a ski resort. Taos Ski Valley is a community centered around the […] Trip Report Aunika Skogen | July 29, 2024 0 Comments
Winter Park Resort, CO, Report: Testing The New XO Skis Report From Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Spring was in the air at Winter Park Resort, Colorado, on Tuesday, February 20. It was a sunny, warm day, and it wasn’t just any other ski day. We were testing the new XO skis. A ski brand based in Switzerland that focuses on creating happy skiers. A concept so intriguing I needed to […] Conditions Report Aunika Skogen | February 23, 2024 0 Comments
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