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

The 7 Most Affordable Season Passes in the United States

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When it comes to ski season passes, the spotlight often falls on high-priced options like Deer Valley or Aspen, where a single pass can cost multiple thousands of dollars. However, for families, beginners, or budget-conscious skiers, there are far more affordable alternatives focused on smaller, more intimate resorts. Unlike the Epic and Ikon passes, which offer access to dozens of […]
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New Website and Funding Proposal Highlight the Latest on the Plan for Locals to Buy Mt. Bachelor, OR

The initiative to bring Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, into community ownership is progressing successfully as the team wraps up its third week since starting the initiative. The organizers provided an update on Sunday evening and are thrilled with the quick mobilization of volunteers and supporters, highlighting that the project is a true example of teamwork. The community’s involvement, including local businesses […]
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Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of September 15-24, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously through others, this […]
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Man Who Threatened Snowboarder with Shotgun at Brighton, UT, Writes ‘Deadly Force’ Essay as Part of Plea Deal

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In February, a snowboarder had a shocking last run of the day when cruising near Brighton Resort, Utah. Loren Richardson was snowboarding in a group of six, which had left the gate at the top of the Great Western chairlift. Richardson was going down a narrow pathway on his snowboard when he happened upon Keith Stebbings, an older man brandishing […]
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What Skiers and Snowboarders Need to Know About the 2 Latest GoPro Cameras

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GoPro’s newly announced HERO13 Black and HERO cameras offer significant upgrades that are especially appealing to skiers. The HERO13 Black, priced at $399, introduces advanced features such as four interchangeable lens mods, including the Ultra Wide Lens Mod, which provides an expansive 177° field of view ideal for capturing action-packed ski runs with enhanced HyperSmooth stabilization and unbreakable 360° Horizon […]
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