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Skier, mountain biker, fitness enthusiast, and native Oregonian. Father to three and husband to one.

The 9 Best North American Ski Areas to Visit in the Summer

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While many of us visit ski resorts in the wintertime for skiing, snowboarding, and other snowy escapades, many of North America’s premier ski destinations transform into vibrant hubs of activity during the summer months. As the snow melts, these mountainous regions reveal ideal playgrounds that offer endless outdoor pursuits, from hiking and mountain biking to zip-lining and scenic gondola rides. […]
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GoPro Files Complaint Against Insta360 Alleging Several Patent Violations

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The public can’t seem to get enough jaw-dropping POV videos and daring action shots. This has driven the competition for action cameras even further and now has come to legal action. On March 29, GoPro filed a complaint with the U.S. Government against the Chinese company Shenzhen Arashi Vision, better known for its action camera, Insta360. The complaint claims that […]
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Jackson Hole, WY, Featured on Next Monopoly Game Edition Available Winter 2024

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Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is a vibrant western playground with much to offer. Ski resorts, national parks, historic landmarks, and endless recreational opportunities are scattered throughout the valley. The area has gotten so popular that the average single-family home now costs a record $7 million. It seems only fitting that the classic board game, Monopoly, would choose Jackson Hole to be […]
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Alta Ski Area, UT, General Manager Pens “Red Snake Letter” to UDOT to Offer True Solution for Congestion in Little Cottonwood Canyon

If you pay attention to snow industry news, there is no doubt you are aware of the saga of the traffic issues on State Route 210 in Utah leading to Snowbird and Alta Ski Area. On weekends and powder days, the traffic can delay travelers for hours, especially if the road is closed for avalanche danger and mitigation. To address […]
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Winter 2023/24 Was the Hottest Ever Recorded for the U.S.

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According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this last season’s meteorological winter (December 2023 – February 2024) was the warmest ever recorded. NOAA uses National Weather Service (NWS) data, which has been keeping records since the mid to late 1800s. The average temperature was 37.6 degrees F — 5.4 degrees above average. The Midwest and the East Coast […]
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