Gear Review: The Eco-Friendly, Ultra-Sporty Sunski Treeline Sunglasses The Sunski Treeline polarized sunglasses are for people who like high-velocity sports and the environment. Made from a ‘SuperLight‘ recycled plastic that Sunski came up with themselves and backed by their lifetime warranty, The Treelines are eco-consciously sexy. The award-winning Treeline is part of Sunski’s glacier sunglasses line with extreme coverage and sun protection. A unisex style that looks great on […] Gear Review SnowBrains | May 8, 2023 0 Comments
Can the Wind Power Our Ski Resorts? The outdoor industry needs more sustainable practices to keep people outside and doing what they love. Ski resorts worldwide need new ways to preserve the industry’s profitability. Lifts and gondolas are pricey in terms of their upkeep and keeping them running, not to mention the increasing cost of man-made snow, as many resorts have seen just this season. Related: How […] Industry News Zoe Loftin | February 13, 2023 1 Comment
Construction Begins on Workforce Housing at Winter Park Resort, CO Across the state of Colorado, housing is a premium—a problem that’s only amplified in mountain communities. Therefore, it makes it extra challenging for people looking to move to the mountains and work at resorts to find housing. The past few seasons have shown resorts how detrimental a strong workforce is to keep lifts turning and guests happy. Winter Park Resort is […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | October 18, 2022 1 Comment
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 minimize your environmental impact? Below are some […] Brains Brent Thomas | August 26, 2022 0 Comments
Elan 100% Green Energy Efforts Earns GREEN STAR Recognition and Sets Example as a Leading Ski Manufacturer and Global Supplier Elan, the only global ski manufacturer handcrafting skis 100% on green energy and 100% in the Slovenian Alps, for 77 years, earns the coveted GREEN STAR Certificate for the company’s integration of social responsibility and sustainability plans through 2030 and beyond. Related: How Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Could Impact Ski Manufacturing As a heritage brand, deeply connected to its local […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 18, 2022 0 Comments
The Pad: Ski Lodge Built from Shipping Containers Opens In 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 […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | December 2, 2021 1 Comment
Steamboat Resort, CO to Stop Selling Plastic Bottles 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 […] Industry News Jesse | September 29, 2021 1 Comment
Utah’s Proposed 15-Minute City 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 […] Industry News Jesse | August 23, 2021 2 Comments
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