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Killington Details Spring Operations Plan

Killington, Vermont — Superstar laps will still happen this spring, but it won’t be happening as late as they usually do. Today, Killington Resort announced its operational plan for this spring....

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A Day In The Life Of Big White’s Ski Patrol

Kelowna, British Columbia — Being a ski patroller in Western Canada is a complex gig. There’s the traditional ski patrol tasks, like assisting injured guests. Then there’s safety mitigation, like...

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Colorado Ski Resort Under New Ownership

Mesa, Colorado — A ski resort near Grand Junction, Colorado, is under new ownership. However, it’s a familiar name for the skiers and riders that shred there. This month, Pacific Group Resorts, Inc....

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Italy’s Ski Jumping Venue From The 2006 Olympics Is Now Abandoned

Pragelato, Italy — Italy is preparing to host the Winter Olympics again next year, which will be the first time hosting in approximately two decades. Back in 2006, Torino, Italy, hosted the Winter...

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Stratton’s Gondola Temporarily Closed After Heavy Winds Damage Top Terminal

Stratton Mountain, Vermont — Over the past several days, the Northeast has experienced nasty winds that followed a snowstorm that raced through the region this past weekend. These wind gusts damaged a...

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New Hampshire Ski Hill Offering Cat Skiing This Saturday Night

Claremont, New Hampshire — This weekend, a small group of skiers and riders will get a glimpse of a ski area’s glory days. This week, the Arrowhead Recreation Area announced that they are offering cat...

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Alabama Ski Area Set To Reopen This Weekend

Mentone, Alabama — One of the most interesting stories in the ski industry this season is the revival of a ski area that appeared to be closed for good. Cloudmont Ski & Golf Resort had not...

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Massachusetts Ski Resort Helps Out Local Community With Storm Recovery

Charlemont, Massachusetts — What seemed like a decent snowstorm for New England ended up leaving behind a lot of damage. Heavy wind gusts, snow, and mixed precipitation ended up leaving thousands in...

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The History Of Big White Ski Resort

Kelowna, British Columbia — If you’re a passionate Big White skier or rider, or you want to learn more about one of Canada’s most legendary ski resorts, this film is for you. Opened back in 1963, the...

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The History Of Michigan’s Most Famous Abandoned Ski Resort

Michigan — One of Michigan’s most famous ski resorts hasn’t operated in over two decades. Opened back in 1947, Sugar Loaf was known as one of Michigan’s best ski resorts. Its varied terrain network,...

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These 7 North American Ski Resorts Have Chondolas

North America — One of the most unique lifts in the ski industry is the chondola. This lift, which is also know as a hybrid or telemix lift, features a mix of high-capacity chairs and gondola cabins....

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Bakcountry Snowboarder Killed In Colorado Avalanche

Colorado — It’s become a deadly period in the backcountry for Colorado skiers and riders. On February 20th, a skier was killed in an avalanche near Silverton. Then on Saturday, two more avalanches...

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The History of Southern California’s Most Famous Abandoned Ski Area

One of the most unique abandoned ski areas in the United States is Krakta Ridge. Located in the San Gabriel Mountains about an hour outside of Los Angeles, it helped shape California’s ski culture....

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Dog Rescued From Snowy Ledge By Vermont Firefighters

Vermont — Last week, man’s best friend was rescued by heroic firefighters. Last Friday, Walker, a black labrador retriever, fell down a cliff. After the fall, he was stuck on a snowy ledge in the...

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Why The Freeride World Tour’s Latest Event Was Postponed

Georgia (The Country) — This past weekend seemed like it would feature the latest competition for the Freeride World Tour. However, the mountain had other plans. The original plan was to host the...

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Drew Brees & His Family Skied The Longest Trail In Utah

Park City, Utah — While Drew Brees may not be the greatest quarterback of all time, he may be a better skier than Tom Brady. The Super Bowl-winning and inevitable Hall of Fame quarterback has been...

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Skier Explores Abandoned Swedish Ski Resort Closed Since The Pandemic

Sweeden — Many abandoned ski areas exist worldwide, each with its unique story. One example is Svanstein (also known as Pullinki) in Sweden. Called by Swedish Lapland TV as “an unknown resort in need...

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A Breakdown Of Bridger Bowl’s New Master Development Plan

Bozeman, Montana — As one of the fastest-growing ski cities in the country, Bozeman’s hometown hill is planning to make some major changes. Last week, Bridger Bowl released its 2025 Master Development...

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Eastern Canadian Ski Resort Officially Back On The Market

Steady Brook, Newfoundland — After failing to sell years ago, Marble Mountain is back on the market and drawing some interest. CBC News reports that the provincial government is seeking requests for...

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The History Of Canada’s Most Famous Abandoned Ski Resort

Kananaskis, Alberta — No abandoned ski resort in Canada (perhaps even the world) is as legendary as Fortress Mountain. In its heyday, Fortress was known for its architecturally brilliant base lodge,...

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