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Nationwide U.S. Snow Cover Hits Highest Early-Season Level in 20 Years

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Snow–for skiing and snowboarding, the more the better, right? Most riders would agree, and further proof is the popularized phrase, “No friends on a powder day.” While some areas of the Western United States are experiencing below-average snowfall, the Northeast is thriving with the opposite. But what is the overall trend? According to Chris Vickers, WTOL Chief Meteorologist, the United […]
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Vail Mountain, CO, Ranked Most Climate-Resistant Ski Resort in the World

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Climate Change is widely considered the most significant threat facing the ski industry. This winter is already highlighting the disruptive nature of changing weather patterns. Some western resorts have pushed back opening dates, while the East Coast is experiencing a banner start to the season. Related: Arizona Snowbowl Has Defied the Season with a Blockbuster 57 Inches of Snow While the […]
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Mount Bohemia, MI, Launches $99 Pass Sale With Massive Partner Benefits Until December 6

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Located on Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, Mount Bohemia is the Upper Peninsula’s premier resort, known for the Midwest’s best glades and most abundant snow. Voted USA Today’s No. 3 North American Ski Resort, it’s gearing up for the season with an incredible offer. Mount Bohemia just announced the most incredible season pass, starting at $99, and three other exclusive passes, available […]
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Breckenridge Collision Case Could Redefine Ski Resort Liability in Colorado

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Whether skiing or snowboarding, every mountain visitor seeks the joy and good times of their sport. Yet, we must acknowledge the inherent risks involved with riding downhill, whether stemming from terrain or man-made hazards. While we riders understand risk, the resorts that provide these great experiences worry about liability. Related: Ever Read The Fine Print On A Ski Area Waiver? […]
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Top 5 Most Expensive Ski Lifts Ever Constructed in North America

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[UPDATED: 6:29 p.m. MST, November 24, 2025] Ski lifts transport us from the ordinary to the extraordinary every day. These engineering marvels are logistically complex, perilously expensive, and a massive undertaking for the ski resort. Questions like “Will this improve uphill capacity?” and “How does this improve the quality of each person’s experience?” are the obvious questions resorts must answer. […]
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