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Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Alyeska, AK—Where Mountains, Oceans, and Glaciers Collide in the Last Frontier

When people think of skiing in Alaska, they tend to think of gnarly backcountry runs fraught with avalanche danger, dropping out of helicopters onto untouched powder, and endless glades for only the most advanced skiers and riders. While that may be true for Alyeska, America’s northernmost winter resort destination, you’re equally likely to find calm groomers that stretch for miles […]
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Denali National Park, AK, to Remain Closed on Tuesday, July 2, Due to Riley Fire

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The Riley Fire continues to be active near the entrance to Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, causing park officials to keep the park closed on Tuesday, July 2. Smokejumpers, fire crews, and strong support from aerial resources have made significant progress, particularly along the fire’s southern flank. Related: Brain Post: Denali, AK, Not Everest, is the Tallest Mountain on […]
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Japanese Climbers Have Their Gear Stolen in Alaska but Community Comes Together to Help Them Climb Denali

When most people think about flying the first things that may pop in people’s minds are frustration, headaches, and waiting in long lines. Most people would agree that losing your luggage is one of the most frustrating things a person can deal with when traveling. However, can you imagine getting your gear and equipment stolen for a once-in-a-lifetime trip? That […]
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[VIDEO] April 2024 GoPro Line of the Month: Colby Stevenson

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https://youtube.com/shorts/elvoVl61ybg?si=gnMQV4EyDjY0ReSy Every month, GoPro’s panel of athletes selects its favorite clips based on athletic performance, video-capture quality, and overall “wow factor.” For the month of April, GoPro’s panel declared Colby Stevenson the winner of the “Line of the Month.” Stevenson is an American freestyle skier who competes in Slopestyle and Big Air events. The 26-year-old New Hampshire native won a […]
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Renowned Transgender Climber Dies in Tragic Fall at Mount Johnson, AK, While Her Partner Suffers Serious Injuries

On Thursday evening, April 25, two climbers fell approximately 1,000 feet while ascending Mount Johnson, in Denali National Park, Alaska. A female climber, aged 52, died in the fall while her partner, aged 30, sustained serious traumatic injuries. The deceased climber has been identified as Robbi Mecus, from Keene Valley, New York, who had been a forest ranger for the […]
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Large Avalanche Significantly Impacts Closing Day at Alyeska Resort, AK

A significant avalanche in the Upper Glacier Bowl at Alyeska Resort, Alaska, on Saturday night, forced the resort to limit terrain and operations on Sunday’s Spring Carnival Family Day. Related: Alyeska Resort, AK, First North American Resort to Pass 700″ Snowfall The Aerial Tram was open to foot passengers only, significantly restricting the terrain available to skiers and riders.  Bear […]
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