Top 5 Ski Towns in North America: What makes a great ski town? For us its a combination of the skiing, nightlife, and extra recreation. Towns that offer not only great mountains but also endless fun. We put together a list of mountain towns that we think offer the best of everything. North America is lucky enough to be loaded with tons of great mountain towns each […] Backcountry Jake Rubnitz | March 8, 2018 4 Comments
Copper Mountain, CO Supports Podium Dreams with Early-Season Race Training & Season-Long Progression Events [sponsored by Copper Mountain] 9,700-feet. Sub-freezing temperatures. Massive snowmaking horsepower. October. Copper Mountain, CO. The perfect combination for pushing US Ski Team athletes to the next level. The perfect combination for reaching the podium at the 2018 Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Copper Mountain could be one of the very first ski resorts open in North America every year. Instead, Copper […] Industry News Jake Rubnitz | December 11, 2017 0 Comments
Grand Targhee, WY: The Mom and Pop Resort of the Future [sponsored by Grand Targhee] There might not be a more beloved ski resort than Wyoming’s Grand Targhee. Short lift lines, deep snow, and unrivaled backcountry access give “the Ghee” a vibe like no other place on earth. Targhee captures the soul of skiing and is almost a mecca for hardcore skiers seeking out the most fun pow day of their lives. In […] Jake Rubnitz | December 11, 2017 2 Comments
Squaw Valley Invests $4 Million into 13 Gazex, 4 Avalaunchers, 1 Avy Helicopter, Largest Ski Patrol Team in History, Navy SEAL Trainers, & The PACT Promise [sponsored by Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows] Coming off of a record 728″ snowfall winter, Squaw Valley-Alpine Meadows has invested $4 Million in new equipment and training to help improve the safety and efficiency of the mountain. The investments are geared towards allowing the Ski Patrol and Staff to more efficiently perform their jobs. The investment includes: New snow safety helicopter: […] Avalanche Jake Rubnitz | October 13, 2017 6 Comments
Colorado Ski Resort Opening Days | Ski Season Is Less Than A Month Away It’s officially the end of summer and that means that ski season is right around the corner. Snow is already falling across the country and people are already making turns. We are likely within a month of the first U.S. Ski Resorts opening for the season. 2017/18 Colorado Opening Dates: Loveland: 10/15 A-Basin: 10/20 Keystone: 11/10 Copper: 11/10 Breckenridge: 11/10 Vail: 11/17 […] Industry News Jake Rubnitz | September 25, 2017 0 Comments
Vail Approved to Convert Offices to Housing in Silverthorne, Co Colorado Mountain Express, a subsidiary of Vail Resorts, has just been approved to convert commercial space that they own into two four bedroom apartments. In order to comply with zoning regulations, a small portion of the 3,000 square foot first floor will have to remain commercial. This is a significant development because it shows a willingness between Summit County and Vail […] Industry News Jake Rubnitz | September 14, 2017 0 Comments
Denver and Salt Lake Eyeing 2026 Winter Olympics There is an outside shot that the U.S. could host two Olympic games within the next 11 years. Groups in both Salt Lake City and Denver are considering putting together bids for the 2026 Winter games, just two years before the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. With the IOC’s new emphasis on host cities that have existing infrastructure and the ability to […] Olympics Jake Rubnitz | September 14, 2017 1 Comment
Warren Miller is Back! “Line of Descent” Dropping in November “Ride along on a cinematic journey as we travel near and far, descending some of the world’s deepest lines in Jackson Hole, Silverton, the French Alps, Montana, New Zealand, British Columbia and beyond. Tickets on sale nationally Sept 12.”- Warren Miller Entertainment The Film begins touring in November, more info can be found at http://www.warrenmiller.com Movie Trailer Jake Rubnitz | September 7, 2017 0 Comments
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