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Top 5 Places to Live for the Most Powder Days in the United States

Salt Lake City, Utah

The thrill of powder days lures skiers and riders alike to unlikely locations across the globe in search of that sweet white gold that falls from the sky. So, if scanning the forecast for powder days is your thing, it might be worth looking into real estate in some of these towns. The following five cities are located within an […]

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Tyler Hatch | July 29, 2025
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Lawsuit Filed Against Park City Ski and Snowboard, UT, Over Teen’s Cliff-Jumping Injury

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The parents of a Park City, Utah, teenager have filed a lawsuit against Park City Ski & Snowboard (PCSS) and affiliated organizations, claiming their daughter suffered severe injuries after being encouraged to cliff-jump during a team trip in 2021. The athlete, identified in court documents as H.K., was 14 years old at the time and had trained with PCSS for […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 29, 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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Forecast for July 27 – August 5, 2025 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 snow over the next week and beyond.  The forecast comes from OpenSnow’s […]

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WeatherBrains | July 27, 2025
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Top 15 Resorts With the Best Chance of Catching a Powder Day in North America

Let’s be real: for many serious skiers and snowboarders, the sport is all about riding powder. Whenever the conditions are lining up with a winter weather advisory, it’s time to call in sick or do whatever you can to make it to the mountain. Powder days are sacred and should not be wasted. The definition of a powder day is when the […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 27, 2025
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Top 11 Ski Resorts with the Most Named Trails in North America

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Ski resorts love to brag about their numbers. Snowfall, vertical, and skiable acres are common, but one that is sometimes overlooked is the number of marked trails. Having a significant number of marked trails at a ski resort gives skiers more variety, helps spread out crowds, and makes navigation easier for guests of all levels. It also improves safety, enhances […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 26, 2025
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Ski and Snowboard Till 1 A.M. this Friday, July 25, at Big SNOW Indoor Ski Area in New Jersey

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This Friday, skiers and snowboarders alike will be treated to a “Park After Dark” event at the only real snow indoor ski area in the U.S. Big SNOW at the American dream mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey, offers year round snow sports at its state of the art facility. Big SNOW provides 4 acres of skiable terrain, a 160-foot vertical […]

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Avatar photo Joseph Kaufmann | July 25, 2025
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4 American States You Can’t Ski in Anymore

The U.S. has at least 480 ski resorts spread across an impressive 37 states. Four states, however, have unfortunately lost their resort(s) at one point or another for various reasons. Some resorts closed due to low visitation rates, while others shut their doors due to the effects of climate change. While it’s always sad to see a ski resort close, […]

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Avatar photo Joseph Kaufmann | July 24, 2025
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Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand, Report: Chalk Slash and Sun Tan

Report from 21 thru 24 July Ohau Snowfields, within the majesty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps, is basking under a blissful week of positively brilliant conditions. Full sun, sporadic cloud, and a mere whisper of wind have been making for memorable skiing and snowboarding. Brisk day temperatures—and nights colder still—keep the consistency of the Ohau snowpack in reasonably good nick. […]

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Paulie | July 24, 2025
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Shredder Ski School Opens First Dallas Location, Bringing Indoor Winter Sports to North Texas

Shredder Ski School, a franchise corporation based in Boulder, Colorado, has just opened its first Dallas area location. While Dallas might not be the first place one associates with winter sports, the community boasts a strong affinity for skiing and snowboarding. Robert Lacey, a Vermont native and a ski enthusiast since the age of 6 is the driving force behind […]

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Avatar photo Joseph Kaufmann | July 21, 2025
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With a 10% Increase to $329, Deer Valley, Utah, Tests the Limits of Single-Day Pass Pricing

For the 2025-26 ski season, Deer Valley, Utah, has announced that its peak-day walk-up lift ticket will cost $329, a 10% increase over last season and officially pushing the price past the $300 threshold, reports The Storm Skiing Journal & Podcast. This makes Deer Valley one of the most expensive single-day lift tickets in North America. The move forces a […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 21, 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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Forecast for July 20-29, 2025 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 snow over the next week and beyond.  The forecast comes from OpenSnow’s Top Forecasts for […]

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WeatherBrains | July 20, 2025
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Where is the Future of Snowboarding Heading?

Over the past decade, snowboarding has seen a decline in participation and sales, especially when compared to the sport’s surge in popularity in the early to mid-2000s. Despite the sport’s young age, it seems to have already gone through an entire life cycle, reaching peak popularity in the 2010-2011 season, followed by a steep decline in the following years, according […]

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Quinn Brophy | July 16, 2025
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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