[GEAR REVIEW] The Peak 98 All-Mountain Ski from Peak Skis There are a lot of different skis to choose from in the industry and finding the ski that is best suited for you can be a challenge. Before the beginning of the season, I was looking to find one ski that I could use for the whole year. The goal was to find one pair of skis that I would be able to use on all different terrain […] Gear Review Gregg Frantz | April 30, 2024 0 Comments
A Closer Look Into The Army Mountain Warfare School Over 65 million skiers hit the mountains last season, making it the highest number of skier visits since records began kept during the 1978/79 season according to the National Ski Areas Association. The mountains are the place skiers and riders visit to get away from all the stresses that life can throw at us. It is a place we can relax, have fun, and enjoy the […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 26, 2024 0 Comments
Will the Ski Season at Killington, VT, Make It to June Again This Year? It is that time of year when spring skiing is in full swing at resorts across the United States. In the East, Killington, Vermont, is traditionally the first ski resort to open and one of the last to close each season. Last season, Killington was still open at the beginning of June. Killington is currently operating with 14 trails with […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 26, 2024 0 Comments
Alaska Air National Guard Rescues 6 Stranded Skiers at Kenai Fjords National Park Being stranded in the mountains for days, in bitterly cold temperatures, and extremely dangerous conditions is something that no one ever expects to happen to them. Most people who participate in extreme skiing go through the proper training to ensure this scenario never unfolds. However, even the most experienced and seasoned persons can find themselves in life-threatening situations. This happened on […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 23, 2024 0 Comments
Mount Mansfield Ski Patrol at Stowe, VT, is the Oldest Ski Patrol in the United States There is no question that members of the ski patrol are vital to the safety and operations at all resorts. The ski patrol performs many daily tasks throughout the season to mitigate the risks and dangers to all guests and resort employees. Those tasks can be providing medical attention to an injured person, medical transportation of a person, terrain evaluation, lift […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 15, 2024 0 Comments
National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic Supports 10,000 Disabled Veterans There are many programs and organizations throughout the country that provide support to veterans with disabilities. In 2022, the Veterans Benefits Administration provided more than $112 billion in disability benefits to about 5.4 million veterans and their families. The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is an organization that has served 10,000 participants this year with disabilities with the intent to assist veterans […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 13, 2024 0 Comments
Wounded Warrior Project Helping Injured Veterans Through Adaptive Snow Sports Activities The United States Armed Forces are a symbol of strength and honor within the country and its members serve with dignity and respect. Members of the U.S. Armed Forces are trained to deal with physical and mental stresses that the average person could not handle. They perform their jobs with courage, accuracy, and professionalism under the most dangerous and challenging conditions. […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 11, 2024 0 Comments
Closing Weekend at Blue Mountain Resort, PA, Was Great! The ski season is officially over in Pennsylvania with Blue Mountain Resort closing last weekend for the 2023/24 season. Blue Mountain’s opening day was on December 7, 2023, and closed on March 30, 2024, making its season 114 days long. “Blue” is located in the Pocono Mountains and is dedicated to having the longest ski season in Pennsylvania and is within two hours […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 4, 2024 1 Comment
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