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The Pad: Ski Lodge Built from Shipping Containers Opens In Silverthorne, CO

The Pad, Silverthorne CO

From budget to boujee, the Pad has travelers of all kinds covered. The Pad, a sustainable ski lodge, located in Silverthorne Colorado, has been constructed from 18 recycled shipping containers and other reused or locally sourced materials. It just recently opened, allowing guests to enjoy a chic affordable stay in the heart of mountainous Summit County. Using inspiration from their […]

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Aunika Skogen | December 2, 2021
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Steamboat Resort, CO to Stop Selling Plastic Bottles

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Steamboat Resort announced that they will stop selling single-use plastic bottles starting in the 2021-2022 winter season in their latest move to become a more sustainable brand, company, and town. Whether in the form of water, an energy drink, or soda, plastic bottles have deteriorating effects on local, national, and international environments. Every year in the United States, millions of […]

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Jesse | September 29, 2021
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Utah’s Proposed 15-Minute City

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Utah is growing. One of the most popular outdoor recreation and ski destinations in the United States is looking to continue on its path of development. The Point, being a proposed 600-acre city, would be located near Salt Lake City in Draper, UT, and would house residents 30-45 minutes away from the Snowbird, Alta, Sundance, Solitude, and Brighton ski areas. Related: Work […]

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Jesse | August 23, 2021
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How are Olympic Gold Medals Made?

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The 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games have come to an end. Team USA has come in first place, with 39 gold medals and 113 total medals, China in second place with 38 golds and 88 total, and Japan in third place with 27 golds and 58 overall medals. This year’s Olympics took place over the course of two weeks, and “339 […]

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Jesse | August 10, 2021
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Pro Skier Starts Sustainable Grocery Business in Jackson, WY

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Professional big mountain skier Sam Schwartz launched Avant Delivery in his hometown of Jackson, Wyoming. Avant is Wyoming’s first business that provides options for sustainable grocery shopping, restaurant takeout, and waste management to its customers. Related: VIDEO: Sam Schwartz Going Big in Jackson Hole, WY Avant intends to create a more accessible path to sustainability with its circular model. The […]

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Alex Mangels | April 13, 2021
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Breckenridge, CO Becomes Only 2nd Mountain Town Certified ‘Sustainable’

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Green Destinations has recently certified the town of Breckenridge, CO, as a sustainable destination. Breckenridge is the second town to gain the Mountain IDEAL certification, behind Vail, CO. Related: Vail is First US Mountain Resort Destination to Earn Title of “Sustainable Destination” Breckenridge has made a serious effort to improve its impact on society and the environment. Green Destinations looks at […]

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Alex Mangels | April 12, 2021
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Candide Thovex Releases New Outerwear Company: Candide Collection

Candide Thovex, a legend who needs no further introduction, just dropped a new outerwear, accessory, and goggle company. Candide Collection was casually announced on his Instagram last week. The legendary skier has not had an outerwear sponsor since he left Quiksilver a few years ago, so he started his own company. Related: Need a New Job? Candide Thovex is Recruiting […]

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Dominic Gawel | December 29, 2020
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Meier Skis: Handmade Skis From Colorado Trees

Custom, handmade, and proudly produced in Colorado, Meier Skis have been gaining notable attention across the ski industry for their uniquely, sustainably-built products. Designing and manufacturing hand-crafted, high-performance skis since 2009, their focus is driven not only by the desire to create unique skis but to also utilize sustainable material right outside their doors. While many ski companies are striving […]

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Emily Crofton | October 9, 2020
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