Deep Snowpack Saves 3 Lives After Plane Crashes into Vermont Mountain

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Three people survived a plane crash near the summit of Vermont’s Mount Equinox early Wednesday after deep snow cushioned the impact, officials with the Manchester Fire Department report. The Piper PA-28, which departed from Martin State Airport in Maryland, crashed around 3:50 a.m. at an elevation of 3,200 feet. Related: Plane Crash Near Loveland Ski Area, CO: A Tragedy Remembered […]
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[VIDEO] Dealing with Rockfall and Ice after Skiing Through a Natural Arch | Hidden Faces Ep. 22

After seeing an inspiring Instagram post, we (the Hidden Faces crew) became curious about the location of this incredible natural arch. A bit of research on online maps led us to it—deep in the Swiss Alps, surrounded by massive glaciers. We took on the challenge of skiing this long couloir and, along the way, attempted to ski a steep north […]
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[VIDEO] Slopes Of Change – A Deeply Personal Film by Freeride World Tour Star Molly Armanino

The mountains have always been a source of solace for skiers. For SCOTT athlete Molly Armanino, they were more than just peaks and powder—they were home. But after the tragic loss of her brother Sam, the mountains felt foreign, even cruel. In her latest film, Slopes of Change, Molly takes audiences on a raw and emotional journey through grief, resilience, […]
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International Sports Community Shares Strong Reactions to Mikaela Shiffrin’s Historic 100th World Cup Victory

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Mikaela Shiffrin made history once again on February 23, claiming her 100th World Cup victory in Sestriere, Italy—an achievement that solidifies her place among the greatest alpine skiers of all time. The milestone sent ripples through the ski and sports world, with fellow athletes, past champions, and rising stars alike reacting in awe. Related: USA Celebrates Double Podium as Mikaela […]
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[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 2/26: Drier Pattern Through the Weekend Followed by Significant Snow Next Week

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. “Drier & warmer through 3/1 across the West. Then jet stream shifts and a stormier pattern develops on/after 3/2 with at least two storm systems for CA/UT/CO/ID/WY/MT. […]
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Today’s Deepest Resorts—North America’s Top 5 Snowfalls on February 26

It’s always snowing somewhere! From Washington to Idaho, these resorts have reported the largest 24-hour snow totals today. Related: 9 Deepest Snowpacks in North America This Weekend At the time of writing, these resorts across North America had the most snow in the last 24 hours. Others with bigger totals may still need to update their websites. All numbers were taken […]
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Tyrol Basin, WI, Owner Accused of Disorderly Conduct and Physical Abuse of a Child

Nathaniel Thomas McGree, owner of Tyrol Basin Ski Area, Wisconsin, was arrested Monday night, February 24, the Dane County Sheriff’s Office reported Tuesday. According to the Dane Country Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded just before 6:00 p.m. to Bohn Road in the Town of Vermont after it was reported a teen was walking along the road. Deputies spoke with a 17-year-old […]
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Snowmobiler Killed in an Avalanche in British Columbia, Canada

Aerial view of the avalanche that killed a snowmobiler on Sunday, February 23, 2025 | Photo: Avalanche Canada

A snowmobiler riding in the Forster Creek area in southeast British Columbia, Canada, was caught in an avalanche and killed on Sunday, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed. According to an Avalanche Canada incident report, when the slide came down, the victim was one of three snowmobilers riding in the Forster Creek area below Thunderwater Lake, about 56 miles (90 […]
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Chelsea Handler Marks 50th Birthday With Bikini Ski at Soldier Mountain, ID

Chelsea Handler isn’t one to shy away from making a statement, and her 50th birthday was no exception. This year, the comedian and actor swapped her usual Whistler slopes for Idaho’s Soldier Mountain, celebrating the milestone with her signature tradition: skiing in a bikini. Related: Chelsea Handler Skis in U.S./Canadian for 48th Birthday in Whistler, Canada Handler, who was born […]
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Concerns Raised for Missing Hiker in the French Alps

Pablo Dulac was no stranger to solo hikes—the 26-year-old Parisian had embarked on multi-day treks before, often venturing deep into the wilderness. But this time, something was different. For nearly a week, his family and friends had heard nothing. His phone was silent. On Monday, February 24, his girlfriend, Juliette Leterrier, growing increasingly alarmed, sounded the alarm. “His cell phone […]
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Trapped Under an Avalanche for Nearly an Hour, French Survivor Reflects on Survival

For nearly an hour, Thibault lay buried under 1.2 meters (4 feet) of snow, unable to move, unable to see, fighting for breath. The 38-year-old skier from Megève had been ski touring in Bonneval-sur-Arc, France, on February 14 when a snow slab fractured beneath him, sweeping him away. His survival, against overwhelming odds, was nothing short of miraculous. In an […]
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3 Days Left to Submit Your GoPro Line of the Month for February 2025

GoPro is once again challenging skiers and snowboarders worldwide to showcase their most jaw-dropping runs with the return of its “GoPro Line of The Winter” contest. The competition, which was started over a decade ago, invites athletes to submit their best single-clip, GoPro-captured descents from the 2025 season, with a total of $120,000 in cash prizes up for grabs. Each […]
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Steamboat, CO, Report: An Alterra Heavyweight that is a Glimpse into the Future of Skiing

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Report from Wednesday, February 19, 2025 When Aspen Skiing Company bought Steamboat in 2017, they could envision what this mountain was capable of becoming. In the past eight years, Aspen Skiing Company, now via Alterra Mountain Company, have brought Steamboat’s full potential to fruition with over $200 million dollars in investments to transform this ski resort into one of the […]
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Christina Lustenberger and Guillaume Pierrel Make History by Becoming the First to Descend the South Face of Mount Robinson, BC

Mount Robson is a prominent mountain in British Columbia, boasting the highest elevation in the Canadian Rockies and a rugged nature. The mountain has an impressive elevation of 12,972 feet or 3,954 meters, located in the Rainbow Range in a remote part of British Columbia. Earlier this month professional backcountry skiers Christina Lustenberger and Guillaume Pierrel conquered this feat on […]
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