Paul Fadden

An avid husband, father, skier, and friend, Paulie writes by the light of a vagabond moon. He appreciates fresh perspective, fine literature, and strong drink.

[PHOTOS] Ohau Snow Fields, New Zealand Report: POW! Wicked Storm Cell Wallops Southern Alps

Report from September 13, 2024 Far out fantastic-ness has been the general state of ski and snowboard affairs at Ohau Snow Fields, nestled within the Southern Alps of Aotearoa New Zealand. As the stats read, these peaks received a zesty one-foot refresh and we’re pretty darn sure that’s an under-report, going off how deep she skied. It continues to be […]
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Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand, Conditions Report: Winter Done Wonderfully

Report from August 28, 2024 Snow culture thrives at Cardrona Alpine Resort outside sunny Wanaka, New Zealand.  A standout, year-round mountain destination for skiing and snowboarding, Cardrona serves up a full spectrum of guest experience—especially when the snow flies. From progression-inspiring lessons to speed laps with pals to chasing POW, lovable ‘Cardy’s’ delivers the dazzle. It started in 1980, when […]
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[PHOTOS] Ohau Snow Fields, New Zealand, Conditions Report: Fiesta De Freshies

Report from 9 August, 2024 Enter the White Room. Another funky-fun foot of powder snow has blanketed Ohau Snow Fields. This latest 24-ish hour storm is the second to grace New Zealand’s beautiful Mackenzie Country in fairly quick succession—with more to come. In brief: base is well-established, snowpack is cush (w/a bit of sass for appeal), and everywhere the powder […]
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