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

Where Will it Be Deep This Week? These are North America’s Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of March 10 – March 19, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is falling so you can live vicariously through others, this list of resorts will be the deepest over the next week and beyond. The forecast comes from OpenSnow’s Top Forecasts for the next 10 days […]
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Win a Pair of Skis at the “Bear Fight” Hot Dog Eating Contest at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY

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The pinnacle of competitive eating in the U.S. is undoubtedly the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, which takes place annually on the Fourth of July on Coney Island, New York. Last year, Joey Chestnut won the contest for the fifteenth time when he downed 63 dogs in 10 minutes, taking home $10,000 in prize money. Now, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort […]
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[PHOTO TOUR] Aftermath of Massive Mount Shasta, CA, President’s Day Avalanche

On President’s Day, February 19, the Mount Shasta Avalanche Center shared reports of a massive D4 avalanche, the second-largest classification, in Avalanche Gulch on Mount Shasta, California. The avalanche occurred naturally during a snowstorm and was discovered two days later. Related: [PHOTOS] Huge 3-Mile Long Avalanche Travels 5,000-Vertical-Feet and Creates 60-Foot High Walls on Mount Shasta, CA The storm, which […]
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Where Will it Be Deep This Week? These are North America’s Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of February 24 – March 4, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or simply love seeing where the snow is falling so you can live vicariously through others, this list of resorts will be the deepest over the next week and beyond. The entire western U.S. looks to score this week […]
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Shames Mountain, BC, Offers Free Access to Season Pass Holders from Other Resorts

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The snow conditions have been hard this season at many ski areas across North America. Some areas have had to shut down temporarily or completely because of it. Now, Shames Mountain, near Terrace, British Columbia, is offering a generous gesture by offering free lift access to skiers and snowboarders who hold passes to any mountain that is currently shut down or […]
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Washington Ski Area Introduces Lifetime Pass for Only $6,000

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Loup Loup Ski Bowl, located in north central Washington, recently announced a new innovative lifetime season pass. The cost of the pass is a seducing $6,000.  Along with other resorts throughout the country, the resort is experiencing a challenging snow year highlighted by warmer temperatures and less snowfall. Because of this, by offering the lucrative pass, it is hoping to […]
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The 15 Biggest Resorts on the Indy Pass

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The popularity and success of the Indy Pass cannot be denied. With over 180 resorts on three continents, there are nearly endless options for exploration. This collection of independent ski resorts awaits skiers and snowboarders with each destination promising exhilarating experiences and breathtaking vistas. Yet, among these diverse destinations, some stand out for their sheer scale and expansive terrain. These […]
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