Alaska

North Pole Experienced Above Freezing Temperatures Yesterday

According to Gizmodo, the North Pole experienced above average temperatures on Wednesday, December 30th for the second time ever at this time of year. The Post’s Capital Weather Gang examined buoy data from near the North Pole and reported a record high temperature of 33 degrees Fahrenheit. These above freezing temperatures weren’t short lived either, they were experienced for greater […]
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Chris Wallner |
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Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska Conditions Report: Best Skiing in Two Years

Well, its been yet another “epic week” at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska! Since Last week conditions report, Alyeska has received three significant storms. Last Monday, Alyeska received about 9 inches of snow at the top of Glacier Bowl Express. The quality of the snow was fairly low density but quickly turned into “mashed potatoes” at the top of Ted’s Express. There was not a soul on the mountain, which is why I love Alyeska! You can show up just before opening, at 10:15AM, and still get first chair (not usually the case on the weekends) . Low visibility, made for plenty of pow stashes in the afternoon. On days like this, I like to spend my mornings backcountry skiing in Turnagain pass, then rip afternoon laps at the resort. Nothing better than a classic double dip.

Scott Rich |
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The Best Guided Ski Trips on Earth

The Best Guided Ski Trips on Earth provide the combination of exceptionally talented guides with awe-inspiring itineraries.  From backcountry backpacking in the Tetons, to heli-skiing in Russia, to sharing the slopes with Adélie penguins in Antarctica, these companies offer adventures in all shapes and sizes.  Ice Axe Expeditions Details: Specializes in North Pole and South Pole ski adventures. Additional offerings include worldwide guided Heliski […]
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Robin Azer |
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2nd Avalanche Death in North America 2015/16 | Missing AK Skier Presumed Dead in Avalanche

Skier and anesthesiologist Dr. Liam T. Walsh, 33, has been missing on Hatcher Pass, Alaska since November 22nd.  Avalanche danger was high when Liam disappeared.  Two days after he went missing a large avalanche buried a 100-feet stretch of Hatcher Pass road under 14-feet deep of snow. This is the 2nd avalanche death in North America this year after a […]
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AvyBrains |
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Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska Conditions Report: New Terrain Opening Every Day!

What a difference one week makes as Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, AK, continuously opens up new terrain every day! The last 10 days has blessed us with numerous snow storms, with just enough accumulation to refresh the tracked powder from the day before. Needless to say everything is skiing great. The groomers are soft and carvable and off piste has been filling in more than it ever was last season. December is off to a strong start!!
Scott Rich |
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