Trip Report: Brundage and Tamarack, ID – West Central Idaho Awesomeness Report from January 25-28, 2023 I love ski trips, especially to places I’ve never been before. I had heard so many good things about two resorts near McCall, Idaho, that I figured it was time to pay a visit. Brundage Mountain Resort and Tamarack Resort are two gems that sit only 30 miles apart from each other in West Central […] Conditions Report Brent Thomas | January 31, 2023 0 Comments
Tamarack Resort, ID, Report: Fast, Fun, Fog, and Falling Flakes Report from Saturday, January 28, 2023 After skiing Brundage Resort for three days, a trip to Central Idaho wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Tamarack Resort. It was about a 35-minute drive from the place we were staying in McCall, and there were two inches of new snow on the ground as we pulled into the parking lot. We […] Conditions Report Brent Thomas | January 30, 2023 0 Comments
Snowboarder Rides 100,000 Vertical Feet in One Day at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Skiing or riding 100,000 vertical feet in one day may seem impossible. Everything has to line up with the conditions, the crowds, and personal stamina. Related: 62-Year-Old Man Skied 12.4-Million Vertical Feet Last Year for New World Record Yet that is exactly what Ester Francus accomplished last week when she rode 100,641 vertical feet on January 17 at Jackson Hole Mountain […] Industry News Brent Thomas | January 23, 2023 0 Comments
7 Bucket List Experiences Every North American Skier Should Check Off Many people have a bucket list; a number of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to encounter or accomplish during their lifetime. In addition to this, skiers often have their own skiing-specific bucket list. Everyone’s list will be different based on ability, desires, resources, and ambitions. However, if you need some help getting your list started, here are some […] Industry News Brent Thomas | January 17, 2023 12 Comments
Mt Hood Meadows, OR, Conditions Report: Deep Canyon Powder and Perfect Groomers Report for Tuesday, January 10, 2023 The snow report was unimpressive; no new snow overnight and only two inches in the last 24 hours. I knew better, though, because the forecast was for clear skies, and with over 1.5 feet of snow since they opened some upper gates on legendary Heather Canyon, it was bound to be fresh tracks under […] Conditions Report Brent Thomas | January 11, 2023 0 Comments
The 9 Most ‘Instagrammed’ Ski Resorts in the U.S. The natural beauty of ski resorts makes them prime candidates for Instagram-worthy pictures. I know my feed is mostly all pictures and videos of epic lines, powder, and snow-covered mountains. When you’re at a ski resort it’s hard to not get a shot that is suitable for “the Gram.” But what resorts get Instagrammed the most? We have the answer […] Industry News Brent Thomas | January 9, 2023 1 Comment
This Partnership Offers Campervan Rentals as a New Way to Discover Indy Pass Resorts Indy Pass recently announced a new partnership that makes visiting their 120+ ski areas a little easier. In collaboration with Native Campervans, they are offering a special package for Indy Pass holders to experience van life and hit the wide-open road in search of uncrowded slopes. The deal comes with exclusive savings on campervan rentals loaded with bonus miles, a […] Industry News Brent Thomas | January 6, 2023 0 Comments
Against Skiing? Some People Just Don’t Get it Recently a writer for The Atlantic wrote an opinion piece titled “Against Skiing.” As you may guess the author wanted to tell the world how the beloved winter pastime is not for everyone, especially her. She claims, “the thing about skiing is, I hate it,” and also admits, “I would rather be at home doing literally anything else.” Everyone is […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 23, 2022 3 Comments
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