Scientists Stumble Upon Global “Plastic Cycle” in U.S. National Parks Scientists analyzing soil samples from U.S. National Parks, including the Grand Canyon and Joshua Tree, were shocked to recently discover a “global plastic cycle” akin to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. The group of scientists, led by Janice Brahney, a biochemist from Utah State University, were examining how wind-blown dust delivers nutrients to distant ecosystems when they started to notice numerous […] Brains Galen Carrico | June 15, 2020 0 Comments
2020 Tahoe Seniors to Graduate on Sierra-at-Tahoe, CA Chairlifts 2020 South Lake Tahoe and Tallac High Graduations at Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort The graduating classes of 2020 will have vastly different experiences than most high school seniors have had in years past, due not only to the pandemic but also the health concerns and delays resulting from the outbreak. Fortunately, one local ski area in the Tahoe region is getting […] Industry News Galen Carrico | June 12, 2020 1 Comment
Center for Biological Diversity Submits Petition to Ban “Cyanide Bombs” The Center for Biological Diversity recently submitted a petition to the public to ban the use of sodium cyanide in devices called M-44s. These devices, also known also as “cyanide bombs,” are used to kill wildlife that may pose threats to humans, livestock, or property. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under the Trump Administration, recently approved the use of M-44s […] Brains Galen Carrico | June 5, 2020 0 Comments
Ditch the Hand Sanitizer and Just Keep Washing Your Hands-CDC According to experts, you should probably ditch the Purell and just keep washing your hands until it hurts. The Center(s) for Disease Control has recommended washing hands often and wearing a face covering or mask. However, experts are concerned that over-using hand sanitizer could cause potential health risks. Hand sanitizer may actually not be as effective as thoroughly washing one’s hands […] Industry News Galen Carrico | May 30, 2020 2 Comments
Smaller Ski Resorts Look to PPP for Assistance While Big Corporations Cash-In It is no secret that many small businesses were left waiting for their Federal Paycheck Protection Assistance stimulus checks after the $350 billion dollar program dried out in less than two weeks. Some of those businesses left waiting for their stimulus check may include your favorite small or mid-sized ski resort. Related: Colorado Governor is Requesting Ski Resorts are Included […] Industry News Galen Carrico | May 29, 2020 0 Comments
Everything You Need to Know About HAPE: The #1 Killer Above 8,000 Feet High-altitude illnesses such as acute mountain sickness (AMS), high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), and high-altitude cerebral edema (HACE), can afflict novices as well as the most experienced mountaineers. HAPE, or high-altitude pulmonary edema, is actually the number 1 killer among these altitude illnesses. HAPE typically begins to affect climbers, riders and mountaineers head abruptly on the second night an individual or […] Industry News Galen Carrico | February 1, 2020 0 Comments
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