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[UPDATED] Lindsey Vonn vs Mikaela Shiffrin: Who Is The Best Female Ski Racer?

Lindsey Vonn or Mikaela Shiffrin?

*Originally published in March 2020. Updated Jan 10, 2023. Two of the biggest names in ski racing history, Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin are constantly compared to see who really is the best female ski racer of the 21st century. In the light of Lindsey Vonn’s retirement a year ago, today we’re comparing their careers to decide once and for […]

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Lucy Ferneyhough | January 10, 2023
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The Best 5 Places to Ski and Surf in the Same Day

There are few things that can combine to create the perfect day, but skiing and surfing are definitely among the activities that can. Below are 5 places around the world that can create this perfect storm: Ben Lomond National Park, Tasmania, Australia Ski resort: Ben Lomond Ski Resort  Ben Lomond is the largest ski resort in Tasmania with 7 lifts […]

Riley McDonald | December 5, 2022
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[UPDATED] The Snowiest Cities in the USA

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We love snow. We’re guessing you do too, that’s why you’re here. To follow our passion it would make sense to live where there is the most snow. Problem is, the current ‘snowiest cities’ data is from 2010 and out of date––until now. Related: Top Snowiest Ski Resorts in the USA: The team at Blue National HVAC analyzed the most recent […]

SnowBrains | November 19, 2021
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Canada to Open Border to Fully Vaccinated US Residents on August 9th

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  From August 9th, 2021, fully vaccinated citizens and permanent residents of the United States will be permitted to cross the border into Canada. Great news for Canadian ski resorts ahead of winter 21/22. American citizens and permanent residents must have received the full series of a vaccine accepted by the Canadian government at least 14 days prior to entering Canada. […]

SnowBrains | July 20, 2021
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NOAA: A Look at Historic July Climate Conditions Across America

In honor of Independence Day, the NOAA takes a look at the country’s historical July climate conditions and Climate Normals for several patriotic-named U.S. locations. Related: NOAA Updated July 2021 Outlook: Dry Conditions to Persist Across Much of West and North CONUS July U.S. Climate Conditions Heat is the key characteristic of America’s July climate. And, in many parts of […]

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WeatherBrains | July 2, 2021
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NPS Announces Free Entrance Into All National Parks Every August 4th

Despite political differences, congress came together to pass the Great American Outdoors Act which was officially signed into law yesterday, August 4. This bi-partisan legislation will provide 900 million dollars annually for National Parks and ensure permanent funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. This funding will primarily aid National Parks in completing a multitude of backlogged maintenance projects. […]

Spencer Cox | August 7, 2020
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The 10 Most Deadly Jobs in America

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released a list of the 10 most deadly jobs in America. The national average rate of workplace fatalities is 3.5 deaths per 100,000 full-time workers. However, for those working dangerous jobs, the rate is much higher. Most workplace fatalities are transportation related. In fact, transportation accidents cause 40% of all workplace deaths. The next […]

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Lynn Barlow | June 19, 2020
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Avalanche Cycles | Why Avalanche Activity Is Significantly Higher Some Years

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No matter where you live, ski or venture into the mountain, it is very likely that you are well aware and concerned about avalanches. You might have only heard of them or seen them on the distance. You might, as well, have experienced them in first person, having a mass of sliding snow affecting you, your house, your car, or […]

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Michael Muchacho | November 22, 2019
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