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Colorado Ski Resort 2017-2018 Projected Closing Dates by Meteorologist Sam Collentine Below are the projected 2017-2018 closing dates for ski resorts in Colorado. All dates are subject to change. Colorado Arapahoe Basin: Early June 2018 (pictured above) Aspen Highlands: April 8, 2018 Aspen Mountain: April 15, 2018 Beaver Creek: April 15, 2018 Breckenridge: April 22, 2018 Buttermilk: April 8, 2018 Cooper: April […]
Cries for Change in American Alpine Skiing By Marina Knight – Editor in Chief March 23, 2018 The 15th day of March lives in infamy as the Ides of March. It marks the historic day in Roman history when leader, Julius Caesar, was killed, changing the course of power and history in the ancient civilization. […]
Cheap and Deep: Vail on a Budget? Yes, it’s Possible Where to eat, drink and stay in Vail without emptying your wallet. March 27, 2018 By Heather Hansman Vail, Colorado, with its sprawling bowls and copious amounts of Colorado sunshine, has a well-deserved reputation as an iconic ski town. There’s a reason why Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn call it […]
16-FEET of Snow in March Alone for California’s Sierra Nevada More than the Entire Season up to Then – with More to Come WeatherBrains | March 23, 2018 A series of storms have been a bonus for California’s Sierra Nevada where nearly 16 feet of snow has piled up in March alone, more than the entire […]
This One Graphic Will Help You Decide Which Pass To Buy Next Season By: Barclay | March 19, 2018 The season pass battles rage on as Alterra Mountain Company and Vail Resortscontinue to scoop up resorts on their way to ski industry supremacy. But many are still wondering– who’s actually winning the war? Related: Full Pass Details On The New […]
March 15, 2018 by Donny O’Neill WORDS • DONNY O’NEILL | PHOTO • NIC ALEGRE The change of season arrives without hurry, As does my elation for spring’s kiss; It builds over months and many a snow flurry, Through stormy, frozen laps of powder bliss; All winter long I gaze, chin to the sky, At craggy […]
It’s been an exciting World Cup season. From Soelden to Are, we’ve seen surprise wins and broken records. All the hard work culminated in crystal globes for a few deserving athletes. Meet the big winners of 2017-18. Women’s World Cup Overall Champion: Mikaela Shiffrin (USA) Women’s World Cup Downhill Champion: Sofia Goggia (ITA) Women’s World […]
AN ODE TO A PATROLLER One husband reflects on being married to a ski patroller and her sheer love of doing good and doing it well. By Robert Nussbaum | February 28, 2018 It is still dark out and the winter cold is strongly suggesting that remaining under the covers would be extraordinarily prudent. Nevertheless, […]
National Ski Council Federation Newsbeat March 2018 Season Pass Face-Off Begins: Epic Vs. Ikon. The new Ikon Pass from Alterra Mountain Co. went out first, followed shortly by the Epic Pass from Vail Resorts. Here’s a comparison narrative to help make a decision which to buy. More. SnoCountry Epic Pass Adds Resorts of the Canadian […]
Extending the Ski Racing Legacy in Idaho By Gabbi Hall – Digital Content Editor February 28, 2018 Gretchen Fraser became the first American skier to win an Olympic gold medal in alpine skiing. In 1948 at historic St. Moritz, she represented not only the U.S., but also the ski area that raised her: Sun Valley. […]
Intro to Skiing For beginning and nominally experienced skiers, Intro to Skiing is a comprehensive guide to equipment, on-hill coping skills, and basic ski technique from the editors of SKI Magazine and the Professional Ski Instructors of America. From how to put on gear and get on the lift to controlling your speed and steering […]
The 20 Deepest Snowpacks In North Americ One Ski Area Has A 242″ Base! By Barclay | March 15, 2018 Mt Baker looking exceptionally deep | Photo: Mt Baker Ski Area | Cover: AlpentalThe 17/18 season has been one of severe ups and downs. The season started with a ridiculously slow start in most of the west but […]
