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Aunika Skogen

5th Gen Colorado Gal, raised on skis and passionate about all things outdoors.

The Mighty Argo Cable Car: A New Gondola-Served Mountain Bike Experience Coming to Idaho Springs, CO

The Mighty Argo Cable Car coming soon

Idaho Springs, Colorado: to some, it’s the name of a small town off the exit ramp they pass as they make their way to ski. To others, it’s a cute spot for a pit stop to break up the drive on the way back from the slopes or an adventure in the alpine. However, Idaho Springs is so much more […]

Aunika Skogen | June 26, 2025
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Remembering the 1982 Alpine Meadows, CA, Avalanche That Killed Seven, Over 40 Years Later

Alpine Meadows Lodge

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | March 31, 2025
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Mono County, California: Choose Your Own Adventure

Mono County Ca

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | March 28, 2025
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Top 5 Longest Ski Runs in the World

Vallee Blanche Longest run

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
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Top 5 National Parks for Backcountry Skiing

ski glacier national park

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | November 23, 2024
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Arapahoe Basin, CO, Report: Summer Sadness Exits, Winter Enters

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | November 4, 2024
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Taos Ski Valley, NM, Via Ferrata Trip Report: Taking Summer Adventure to New Heights

Via Ferrata Bridge

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | August 26, 2024
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Taos, NM, Bike Park Report: Spice Up Your Summer With a Visit to New Mexico

Riding Rip It; image: SnowBrains

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | July 29, 2024
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Winter Park Resort, CO, Report: Testing The New XO Skis

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 […]

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Aunika Skogen | February 23, 2024
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Can Carv Digital Ski Coach Make Me Ski Like Ted Ligety?

Bluebird Day

Have you ever wanted to ski like an Olympian? This December, I set out on a seven-day quest – attempting to use Carv digital coaching and technology to coach me into as good of a skier as legendary Olympian Ted Ligety.  With snowpack below average this season, most days are spent carving it up on the groomers. There’s no better […]

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Aunika Skogen | January 12, 2024
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Diamond Peak: Where Steeps and Glades Shine

Endless Glades

Brought to you by Diamond Peak Diamond Peak, Lake Tahoe’s only community-owned ski area, where steeps and glades shine.  Nestled on the northern shore of Lake Tahoe, Diamond Peak Ski Resort is a hidden gem that offers world-class tree skiing and fun steep groomers.  This unassuming, community-owned resort stays under the radar, but its location, northern-facing slopes, and commitment to […]

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Aunika Skogen | December 1, 2023
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Breckenridge, CO, Report: Peak 10 Classic – 4th of July

Report from July 4th, 2023 The Fourth of July corn wasn’t only enjoyed on the cob in Breckenridge, Colorado, this year. On Tuesday hundreds of dedicated, corn-harvesting Colorado skiers made their way up to Breckenridge’s Peak 10 to earn some creamy, corny turns at the annual Peak 10 Classic. Skiing Breckenridge’s Fourth of July Bowl in celebration of the nation’s independence […]

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Aunika Skogen | July 6, 2023
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Toyota: The Reliable Ride For All Your Skiing Adventures

Toyota RAV4

Brought to you by Toyota There’s a reason a Toyota can be found around any corner in most mountain towns. They have the reputation of being the most reliable vehicle on the market. As skiers, there’s much preparation for a day in the mountains. Many factors go into preparing for a successful ski day, like getting gear together, packing snacks, […]

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Aunika Skogen | April 19, 2023
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Bluebird Backcountry, Report: Colorado’s Newest Ski Resort is Also its Most Unique

Welcome to Bluebird

Bluebird Backcountry, Colorado’s newest ski resort, is truly unique. Breaking trail as the first resort of its kind, it bridges the gap between traditional resort skiing and backcountry skiing. Bluebird Backcountry is setting a new standard in backcountry safety and education, creating a new community of backcountry enthusiasts. Located in the heart of Colorado’s ski country, just outside of Kremmling […]

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Aunika Skogen | March 14, 2023
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Brian Head, UT – The Ultimate Scenic Destination Resort

Spice up your next spring ski trip with some southern flavor at Brian Head Resort. It’s the ultimate scenic destination resort where you can cruise down the Greatest Snow on Earth®, surrounded by snow-capped peaks contrasted by southern Utah’s famous red hoodoos and spires. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for empty lift lines and quality spring snow or planning your […]

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Aunika Skogen | February 16, 2023
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Winter Park, CO, Report: First Powder Day of the Season

Powder Day Side Hits

Report from Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Winter Park, CO: First Powder Day Today was a special kind of powder day, the first real powder day of the season. Not only was this the first real powder day of the season, but it was also completely unplanned. After waking up to clear blue skies on the front range without any […]

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Aunika Skogen | December 7, 2022
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Monarch Mountain, CO: Real Skiing for Real People

Monarch Mountain Entrance

Brought to you by Monarch Mountain Monarch Mountain – experience real skiing for real people. A place where skiing runs in the roots, as deep as its powder. Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of Southern Colorado, Monarch Mountain has perfected real skiing since 1939. With short lift lines and amazing natural terrain, the spirit of skiing is […]

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Aunika Skogen | November 16, 2022
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Winter Park, CO, Report: Opening Day 2022

Opening Day Lift Lines

Report From Monday, October 31, 2022, at Winter Park, CO: Opening Day It’s not every year you get to celebrate Halloween on the mountain, especially when that mountain is Winter Park. For the first time in its history, Winter Park started spinning its lifts and welcoming skiers and riders back on the slopes before November. October 31, 2022 – the […]

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Aunika Skogen | November 2, 2022
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Construction Begins on Workforce Housing at Winter Park Resort, CO

Workforce Housing Foundation Setting

Across the state of Colorado, housing is a premium—a problem that’s only amplified in mountain communities. Therefore, it makes it extra challenging for people looking to move to the mountains and work at resorts to find housing. The past few seasons have shown resorts how detrimental a strong workforce is to keep lifts turning and guests happy. Winter Park Resort is […]

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Aunika Skogen | October 18, 2022
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Saudi Arabia to Host 2029 Asian Winter Games at Futuristic Ski Resort That Doesn’t Exist Yet

 Saudi Arabia has been selected to host the Asian Winter Games in 2029 in a $500 billion futuristic city that doesn’t exist yet and won’t be finished until 2026. The country was ‘unanimously approved’ by the Olympic Council of Asia to stage the event. The event will reportedly be held in Trojena, Neom City, a planned futuristic megacity featuring a mountain […]

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Aunika Skogen | October 5, 2022
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