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How to Be a More Sustainable Skier

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How to Be a More Sustainable Skier With climate change at the forefront of everyone’s mind these days, it’s no surprise that the ski and snowboard industry is working hard to reduce its environmental impact. Resorts across the world are implementing more sustainable methods of snow production, lift power, and transportation. But what can you do as an individual to […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 14, 2025
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North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, AZ, Closed Indefinitely After Wildfire Destroys Historic Lodge

The historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim of Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park has been reduced to ashes after a fast-moving wildfire swept through the area over the weekend. Officials confirmed that the Dragon Bravo Fire, fueled by high temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds, destroyed the lodge and between 50 and 80 other structures, including administrative buildings, […]

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Firebrains | July 14, 2025
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Top 9 States with the Best Snow Quality

When it comes to skiing and snowboarding, not all snow is created equal. The best days on the mountain usually come down to one key factor: snow quality. Light, dry powder offers the smoothest turns, the softest landings, and the kind of float that makes every run feel like a dream. While snowfall totals get most of the attention, the […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 14, 2025
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Perisher, Australia, Report: After the Storm is Before the Storm

Report from Saturday & Sunday, July 12 & 13 After the recent storm dropped 30 to 40 centimeters (12 to 16 inches) of fresh snow across Australia’s alpine resorts, every snow-hungry city slicker seemed to be heading for the hills—if the traffic was anything to go by. Both Saturday and Sunday, Kosciuszko Road was closed from Alpine Way by around […]

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Julia Schneemann | July 13, 2025
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Strokes of Luck Save Climber Trapped Headfirst in Glacier Crevasse at Zugspitze, Germany

A mountaineer is alive today thanks to strokes of extraordinary luck: first a bystander happened to witness him fall headfirst into a glacier crevasse during a solo ascent of the Zugspitze, Germany, then rescue teams managed to locate and extract him in two narrow weather windows. The fall occurred Friday afternoon, July 4, on the Höllentalferner, a shrinking glacier traversed […]

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Julia Schneemann | July 13, 2025
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Solo Hiker Found Dead in Italian Dolomites After Missing for 5 Days

A 52-year-old German hiker reported missing on Saturday, July 12, in the rugged Pale di San Martino range of the Italian Dolomites was found dead on Sunday, July 13, bringing a tragic end to the search and rescue efforts that had spanned two provinces. The man, identified only as “Mike,” had last been seen early Wednesday morning, July 9, when […]

Julia Schneemann | July 13, 2025
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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Bike Park Report: Cone Runs and Lava Flows on a Sleeping Volcano

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Report for Saturday, July 12, 2025 Last summer, I took my two boys to Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, to attend its Bike Camp for Kids. They had a blast and assumed we would do the same thing every year. Related: Mt. Bachelor, OR, Gravity Bike Camp Trip Report: The Most Fun Kids Can Have on Two Wheels Unfortunately, our busy summer […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 13, 2025
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Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand, Report: Wild, Wet & Wonderful

Report from 11 & 12 July 2025 A full spectrum of precipitation is sweeping across Ohau Snowfields and the Southern Alps of New Zealand. It’s been ski days ranging from freshies to slushies with full-blown tempest in-between. And Ohau’s slopes—and this rugged stretch of the Southern Alps—are reveling in every slashing, wind-whipped moment. The communal opinion shared by Ohau rippers is […]

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Paulie | July 13, 2025
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Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Inductees

The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the Class of 2025, an inspiring group representing a wide range of people across the snow sports industry. From alpine skiing, Nordic, adaptive, and big mountain-extreme skiing to the snow sports devotees building the sport behind the scenes, this year’s inductees have dedicated their lives to snow sports, making a […]

Avatar photo Press Release | July 12, 2025
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Czech Ski Association Launches Fundraiser for Injured Ski Racer Tereza Nová

The Czech Ski Association has launched a fundraiser to support Czech ski racer Tereza Nová. Nová suffered a catastrophic crash on January 24, 2025, during race training on the Kandahar slope in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. The 27-year-old sustained life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to the BG Unfallklinik in Murnau, Germany, where she spent nearly a month after being put in an […]

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Julia Schneemann | July 12, 2025
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Where Will it Be Deep This Week? These are the Southern Hemisphere’s Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the Next 10 Days

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It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously through others, these resorts will receive the most over the next week and beyond.  The forecast comes from OpenSnow’s Top Forecasts for the next 10 days for every […]

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WeatherBrains | July 12, 2025
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Brain Post: How Big Is Your Blind Spot?

We all know cars have a blind spot. Some are larger than others, but that’s not news. The question here is: Do skiers and snowboarders have a blind spot? And if so, where? The answer lies not in the gear, or the thick layers of fleece, down, and Gore-Tex apparel. Nor does it have anything to do with those nice […]

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Bevan Waite | July 12, 2025
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7 Reasons Why the Tetons, WY, Are the Most Badass Mountains in North America

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The Teton Mountains in Wyoming are one of the most famous mountain ranges on earth, and a big part of that has to do with the skiing and riding that exist there. The Tetons are widely considered the most badass mountain range in North America, and there are some solid reasons to back them up. “The Tetons are the closest […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | July 12, 2025
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Austrian Ski Resort Faces Permanent Closure as Demolition of Ski Lifts Looms

The ski lifts of Austrian ski resort Gaissau-Hintersee may soon disappear from the alpine landscape for good. On Friday, July 11, the resort’s owners officially requested a demolition notice for the lift infrastructure from the State of Salzburg, marking a sobering end to efforts to revive the small, low-altitude ski area just south of Salzburg. The request came after a […]

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Julia Schneemann | July 12, 2025
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Why Does It Snow So Much in Utah?

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Big Cottonwood Canyon (Brighton and Solitude) and Little Cottonwood Canyon (Alta and Snowbird) resorts are world-renowned ski destinations, and Utah is said to have the “Greatest Snow on Earth”. At first, this may seem odd and, frankly, a bold statement for a state probably better known for desert towers and slot canyons. So let’s unpack the claim and better understand what makes Utah powder so […]

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John Solder | July 12, 2025
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The 9 Best North American Ski Areas to Visit in the Summer

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While many of us visit ski resorts in the wintertime for skiing, snowboarding, and other snowy escapades, many of North America’s premier ski destinations transform into vibrant hubs of activity during the summer months. As the snow melts, these mountainous regions reveal ideal playgrounds that offer endless outdoor pursuits, from hiking and mountain biking to zip-lining and scenic gondola rides. […]

Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 12, 2025
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Rossignol to Close Historic Dynastar Factory at Foot of Mont-Blanc, France, Ending Over 60 Years of Ski Manufacturing History

After much protest and lengthy negotiations with its employees, French ski company Rossignol announced at the end of June that it will be closing the Dynastar ski factory in Sallanches, France, on July 31, 2025. The decision will result in the loss of 57 jobs and had resulted in months of negotiations between the Dynastar employees and the parent company […]

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Julia Schneemann | July 11, 2025
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The Best Places in the U.S. to Ski During the Day and Gamble at Night

After a long, action-packed day on the slopes, sometimes a little after-hours action at a casino is just what one needs to keep that adrenaline going. While many people might think of casinos and picture the deserts of Las Vegas, or the ocean beaches of Atlantic City, there are plenty of places you can roll the dice or spin a slot machine […]

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Avatar photo Joseph Kaufmann | July 11, 2025
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Planning Your Ski Trip: The Pros and Cons of Each Winter Holiday

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There are several holidays throughout the ski season that many skiers and snowboarders eagerly anticipate. Some of those holidays are marked on the calendar as must-attend dates, while others are circled as days to avoid during the season. The weather varies depending on which part of the country someone lives in, but generally speaking, Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of […]

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Avatar photo Gregg Frantz | July 11, 2025
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Top 5 U.S. States for Extreme Bucket List Adventures

If you live for adrenaline, love pushing your limits, or want to check some wild experiences off your bucket list, the U.S. has no shortage of epic places to do it. From skydiving over the ocean to rock climbing in desert canyons or paddling through whitewater rapids, each state brings something unique to the adventure table. Related: 17 Not So […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 11, 2025
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