Unprepared Hiker Faces Rescue Bill After Mount Washington, NH, Altercation

Mount Washington, New Hampshire

An ill-prepared hiker from Virginia sparked controversy on Mount Washington Tuesday, leading to a rescue operation and potential financial consequences. Tristan James Murrin, 27, of Virginia Beach, found himself in hot water after forcing his way into a State Park Sno-Cat vehicle at the summit and refusing to leave. New Hampshire Fish and Game officials reported that Murrin had been […]
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Record November Snowfall Prompts RED Mountain Resort, BC’s, Early Opening

Plentiful snowfall has prompted RED Mountain Resort in British Columbia to advance its opening day to Saturday, December 7, a full week ahead of schedule. The decision follows the accumulation of 75 inches (190 centimeters) of snow and a 50 inch (128 centimeters) base, making November 2024 the second snowiest November on record at RED. Related: The Cabin Experience at […]
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Shiffrin Poised to Join Exclusive “Century Club” of Winter Sports Athletes With More Than 100 World Cup Victories

Mikaela Shiffrin could join the small yet exclusive “Century Club” of winter sports athletes who have won at least 100 World Cups. While for most, winning even a single World Cup event is a remarkable achievement, there is a select group of skiers who have amassed 100+ victories. These legends of the slopes, tracks, and trails have redefined what it […]
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Hoodoo, OR, Backcountry Report: Thankful for a Deep Base

Report from Thursday, November 28, 2024 Hoodoo Ski Area, Oregon, opens tomorrow, but we took some early Thanksgiving turns. Hoodoo boasts about being “steep, deep, and cheap,” but last season was especially brutal at the low-elevation resort. Fortunately, this year, the resort appears to be in far better shape— there was consistently 30+ inches throughout the resort. Our first lap […]
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Accident at Brighton Resort, UT, Serves as Stark Reminder of the Risks of Early Season Skiing & Snowboarding

Early-season openings bring excitement for skiers eager to hit the slopes, but they also come with inherent challenges, particularly related to snow coverage and safety. The experience of a 17-year-old skier at Brighton Resort, Utah, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of early season skiing and snowboarding. On Monday, November 25, the teenage skier crashed below the chair […]
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[PHOTOS] Deer Valley Mansion With Private Gondola Shatters Utah Real Estate Record

A Deer Valley mansion featuring its own private gondola has sold for over $50 million, setting a new record for Utah’s most expensive home. Situated in the exclusive gated community of Deer Crest, this newly constructed ski-in/ski-out property showcases next-level luxury in one of North America’s most prestigious resorts. Originally listed at $65 million, the home was marketed by Paul […]
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