Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of October 13-22, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. The season hasn’t started yet in North America and the Southern Hemisphere’s season is winding down, but it is still exciting to see where the snow is falling. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you […]
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Update on Canadian Youth Athlete Injured in Saas-Fee, Switzerland

Youth athlete Lily Kunstadt suffered devastating injuries in a freak accident during summer training with the Club de Ski Mont Tremblant skier in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, on August 31. The Canadian U14 athlete was hit by a malfunctioning T-bar going down the mountain as Kunstadt was going uphill on the T-bar. The downhill T-bar lifted Kunstadt up and catapulted her into […]
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Why is Skiing in America So Expensive?

If you’re a snowsport enthusiast, you’ve likely heard (and participated in) the age-old debate: American ski resorts vs. European ski resorts. Beyond the obvious differences in terrain, snow, culture, and scenery, one critical factor often tilts the scale in favor of European slopes for budget-conscious skiers: cost. American ski resorts have earned a reputation for being significantly more expensive than […]
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[VIDEO] Mountain Weather Update 10/11: Upcoming Weather Pattern Favorable for Early-Season Snow Accumulation

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Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Storm system with snow 10/17-10/18 for Intermountain West, Aurora Borealis, wildfire smoke forecast, jet stream and precipitation forecast through 10/20.” – Chris Tomer Video Summary: The upcoming […]
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[PHOTOS] Could Jimmy Chin’s Gruesome Discovery Rewrite the Story of Everest’s First Ascent?

A National Geographic expedition team led by Jimmy Chin has discovered what are believed to be the partial remains of British explorer Andrew “Sandy” Irvine on Mount Everest, nearly 100 years after his disappearance. The team found a boot containing a sock embroidered with “A.C. Irvine” on the Central Rongbuk Glacier below Everest’s North Face. “When they spotted it, there […]
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American Airlines Offers New Budget-Friendly Fares to Top Ski Destinations

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American Airlines has launched a new slate of budget fares to popular ski destinations, allowing skiers and riders to hit the slopes without breaking the bank. The airline’s latest promotion features round-trip economy flights to some of the most sought-after ski resorts across the United States and Canada. Related: New Nonstop Flights Make Travel to Big Sky Resort, MT, Easier […]
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Tragic Reason Swiss Ski Racer is Missing 2024-25 World Cup Season

Swiss ski racer Niels Hintermann will miss the upcoming 24/25 FIS Alpine World Cup season. The 29-year-old speed specialist announced during a press conference in Zurich, Switzerland, as well as on his social media account yesterday, October 9, that he was diagnosed with lymph node cancer. Hintermann had noticed a lump in his neck during the summer training season in […]
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According to Copernicus, Earth is Poised for its Hottest Year on Record After a Warm, Wet & Wild September

According to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), the climate change service of the the European Space Agency Copernicus, September 2024 was the second hottest September on record. Globally, ERA5 surface air temperatures were 16.17°C, which is 0.73°C above the 1991-2020 average for September. This puts September 2024 1.54°C above the pre-industrial level. It also marked the 14th month in […]
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[VIDEO] Parkin Costain Attempts Untouchable Alaskan Spine | There’s a Reason No One Had Skied This Line–Until Now

Parkin Costain has evolved from an up-and-comer to a heavy hitter in the last few years, writes Teton Gravity Research. He’s had his eyes on the Monospine since he was 17, but after a few legends backed down from the 2,000-foot monster, it seemed like the dream line was untouchable. That is until Parkin stepped up while filming for Beyond […]
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[VIDEO] Killington Resort, VT, to Invest $7-Million on 1,000 New Snowguns

KILLINGTON, Vt. (October 10, 2024) – Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in Eastern North America, announces a massive investment in new energy-efficient snowguns totaling 1,000 new pieces of equipment over the next two seasons. For the 2024 season, Killington and Pico will add 36 HKD Snowmakers Phazer portable snowmaking guns, install 454 HKD Impulse and Phazer R5 tower guns, and four […]
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[VIDEO] Mountain Weather Update 10/10: Chance of Snow at Ski Areas Increases Next Week, Especially in Colorado

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Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Storm system with mountain snow possible 10/17-10/18, jet stream forecast, precipitation forecast through 10/19, and smoke forecast.” – Chris Tomer Here’s a summary of the key points: […]
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NOAA ENSO October 2024 Update: Confidence of La Niña Emerging This Winter Decreased to 60% Chance

This ENSO update first appeared on the climate.gov ENSO Blog and was written by Emily Becker. The tropical Pacific Ocean reflected neutral conditions—neither El Niño nor La Niña—in September. Forecasters continue to favor La Niña later this year, with an approximately 60% chance it will develop in September–November. The probability of La Niña is a bit lower than last month, […]
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FIS and World Meteorology Organization Forecast “Bleak Future” for Winter Sports and Tourism

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have announced a new partnership to raise awareness that winter sports and tourism face a bleak future due to climate change. Related Article: 85-Year-Old French Ski Resort Alpe du Grand Serre Forced to Close Permanently—Climate Change to Blame? Key messages It is the first time the UN’s […]
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Killington Resort, VT, Welcomes First Snow of the Season

First snow of the season at Killington Resort

Vermont’s Killington Resort, known as “The Beast of the East,” received its first snow of the 2024-25 season this morning, marking the unofficial start of winter in the Northeast. The light dusting, coupled with the resort’s snowmaking capabilities, sets the stage for another promising ski season. Related: [UPDATED: SEPTEMBER] NOAA Winter 2024-25 Early Forecast: La Niña Returns and What That […]
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Michael Gardner, Professional Skier and Climber, Killed After Falling While Descending Jannu East in Nepal

Michael Gardner has tragically passed away following a fall while climbing Jannu in Nepal

Michael Gardner, a 32-year-old professional alpine climber from Colorado, was killed on October 7 while attempting to descend the notorious North Face of Jannu East in Nepal. Gardner, known for his remarkable ascents in Alaska and the Himalayas, was on his third attempt to conquer the 24,500-foot mountain with his longtime climbing partner, Sam Hennessey. Related: World Cup Speed Skier […]
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