Three Mountaineers Missing in K2 Winter Attempt At 28,251′, K2 is the second-highest peak in the world. The peak is notorious for its stature, death rate, short season, and difficulty to climb. The “savage mountain” claims the lives of 1 in 4 climbers who attempt it making it the 3rd deadliest mountain in the world. Until January 16, 2021, the peak had never been climbed in the […] Climbing Dominic Gawel | February 11, 2021 0 Comments
“We Were the Original Ski Bums” | Ski Industry Shows Gratitude to United States Military The United States Military and the ski industry have a long, illustrious history: beginning with the 10th Mountain Division during WWll and the boom to the ski industry that followed, to the handful of military bases that provide training in mountain capabilities today. The original men who were a part of the 10th Mountain Division all had one thing in […] Robin Azer | November 10, 2017 1 Comment
Air Force Plans to Open New Ski Resort in Park City, Utah for Military Families According Hill Air Force Base, UT officials, a new recreation lodge will be constructed near Park City, UT in the next few years. “This really, I think, will provide a world-class recreation experience for military members and their families. It’s something that I think will be a good thing for Utah and a good thing for the Air Force and the […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 15, 2016 1 Comment
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