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Why This Ski Season Has Seen More Fatal In-Bounds Crashes

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This season has been off to a rocky start in many ways. Many resorts have been dealing with the lack of snow across the nation, as well as an increase in fatal crashes. Ski resorts all across the country have been in a drought. This winter has been exceptionally dry of late, and on top of it, areas have seen […]

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Aunika Skogen | February 15, 2022
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The 8 Most Dangerous Winter Sports:

Outdoor sports are riveting, beautiful, and challenging, but none of them come without risks- especially in the winter. Acknowledging the dangers of each sport and the respective awareness or precautions to take in mitigating these risks can allow for preparedness that breeds confidence on the snow. These are the top 8 most dangerous (in no particular/ranked order) winter sports according […]

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Sydney Stephens | October 26, 2018
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How Altitude Sickness Becomes Deadly

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Hiking at Altitude. Image: Telluride If you ski, snowboard, or climb at elevation, you’ve probably experienced some level of acute mountain sickness (AMS) or are at least aware of the condition more commonly known as altitude sickness. AMS, caused by the decrease of available oxygen as elevation is gained, is often associated with relatively mild symptoms such as headaches and […]

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Jon Roubik | October 1, 2018
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