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Noah DeVries

Palisades Tahoe, CA, Warns Skiers and Snowboarders of Glide Cracks

Glide Crack at Alpine in Tahoe

With spring in full swing, skiers and snowboarders need to be aware of hazards they might run into on the mountain. The ski patrol at Palisades Tahoe, California, has recently noticed glide cracks forming on popular terrain at Alpine and Palisades. As a result, they posted about the glide cracks on their Facebook page to ensure that everyone is informed and […]

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Noah DeVries | April 25, 2024
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A String of Crashes on Little Cottonwood Canyon Road in Utah Leaves Skiers and Riders Out To Dry

Slippery road conditions on Little Cottonwood Canyon Road in Utah

This past Monday afternoon, March 25, skiers and snowboarders were left disappointed after multiple crashes took place and icy road conditions closed down Little Cottonwood Canyon Road in Utah. It was reported by the Unified Police Department (UPD) that at least two vehicles rolled over in the canyon due to the slick conditions. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported as […]

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Noah DeVries | March 29, 2024
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Blue Hills Ski Area, MA, Seeking Proposals for Recreation Operations

Photo of Blue Hills Ski Area on a Beautiful Day

Blue Hills Ski Area, located 17 miles south of downtown Boston, Massachusetts, and 35 miles north of Providence, Rhode Island, is formally accepting proposals for recreation operations and a 25-year lease for the ski area. In efforts to keep year-round activities operating at the space, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (‘DCR’) is actively seeking interested parties who are […]

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Noah DeVries | March 17, 2024
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Colorado Ski Resorts Reveal Closing Dates for the 2023-2024 Season

There's A Mountain for Everyone

As the beginning of March unfolds, many Colorado ski resorts have a good idea of when they are going to shut down for the remainder of the 2023-2024 season. However, these are mainly tentative plans for closing this season. Below are the Colorado resorts that have announced their closing dates for the year. Aspen Snowmass Resort has different closing dates […]

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Noah DeVries | March 9, 2024
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Powder Mountain, UT, Lifts Cap on Season Passes

Powder Mountain fresh powder with few lines

Powder Mountain Ski Resort officially announced it will no longer be capping season pass sales starting in the 2024/2025 season. This is a big development for Powder Mountain, as it has never done this before in its 50-plus years of business. Not to mention, the resort has never sold more than 3,000 season passes or 1,500-day passes in a given […]

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Noah DeVries | March 1, 2024
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Steamboat Resort, CO, Extends Season Thanks to Great February Snowfall

Skier at Steamboat Resort catching air

Steamboat Ski Resort in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, will continue the winter fun into late April, the resort announced on their website and social media. With the new closing date of April 21, skiers and snowboarders will get to enjoy Steamboat’s unforgettable year in terms of snow for an extra few weeks. As a result, Ikon Pass is offering the April […]

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Noah DeVries | February 23, 2024
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The 8 Largest Ski Resorts on the Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass Cover photo

In January 2018, Alterra Mountain Company introduced the Ikon Pass, giving skiers and snowboarders access to 50+ locations across the globe. Much like Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass, the Ikon Pass allows diehard skiers like myself to spend $1,000 each season to shred spots all over the world for up to five to seven days at each location or unlimited access. Steamboat, Mammoth Mountain, and […]

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Noah DeVries | February 15, 2024
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Trio Arrested for Snowboard Heist at Boreal Mountain Resort, CA

KCRA Youtube clip image from Soda Springs at Boreal Mountain Resort.

Three men were arrested on Monday after stealing snowboards at Boreal Mountain Resort in Soda Springs, California, near Lake Tahoe. The trio was charged with grand theft and criminal conspiracy, along with additional charges for two of the men who are on probation, according to the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office. Based on KCRA’s report, it took only 15 unattended minutes for […]

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Noah DeVries | January 26, 2024
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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Beaver Creek, CO—My Sneak Away Spot From the Midwest

Skier shredding powder off Grouse Mountain

Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, it was no walk in the park getting to nearby ski resorts. The closest spots are Alpine Valley Resort in Wisconsin and Boyne Mountain Resort in Michigan, both a few hours away. Although this is no big deal, my dad was fixed on getting me in Rocky Mountain territory right from the beginning. […]

Noah DeVries | January 24, 2024
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