(Vancouver, WA - Feb. 18, 2025) – The Far West Ski Association (FWSA) is launching a virtual discussion series focused on climate change and its impact on snowsports. The first session will be presented Monday, February 24, and feature Courtney LaBrie, Director of Sustainability for the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), and Nate Collins, Sustainability & Stewardship Coordinator for Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area. First Session: Monday, February 24, 2025
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Pacific Time
Location: Virtual Event (Registration Required) As global warming increasingly disrupts weather patterns and reduces seasonal snowfall, ski areas and the industry as a whole are taking steps to adapt and mitigate environmental impact. This session will provide insights into what ski areas are doing to address the challenges ahead, highlighting sustainability initiatives, operational adaptations, and industry-wide efforts to respond to climate change. A Resource for the Ski IndustryThis event is part of an ongoing effort by the FWSA Environment Committee to provide education, advocacy, and engagement opportunities for ski industry professionals and snowsports enthusiasts. With more than 50,000 members across nine councils and over 150 ski clubs, FWSA represents a passionate community that values both outdoor recreation and environmental responsibility. Session Topics:How climate change is affecting ski areas and the broader snowsports industry. NSAA’s sustainability initiatives, including Sustainable Slopes and the NSAA Climate Challenge. How nonprofit ski areas like Bogus Basin are implementing sustainability strategies. The role of ski areas and outdoor recreationists in shaping a sustainable future.
Looking AheadThis first session will focus on understanding the efforts already underway—what ski areas and the industry are doing today to reduce their impact and prepare for the future. Future sessions in this series will build on these discussions, exploring policy solutions, climate science, and tangible actions that individuals and organizations can take. How to Participate:Ski industry professionals, sustainability leaders, and outdoor recreation advocates are encouraged to attend.
Preregistration is required at this link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/PfACpXEFSzer01JF_3UOeg For more information or to learn how FWSA’s Environment Committee can be a resource for your organization, please contact: Dave Tragethon
Chair, Environment Committee
Far West Ski Association
Environment@PROTECTED | 503.680.2685 | 
