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....
View ArticleA 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...
View ArticleColorado 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....
View ArticleItaly’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...
View ArticleStratton’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...
View ArticleNew 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...
View ArticleAlabama 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...
View ArticleMassachusetts 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...
View ArticleThe 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...
View ArticleThe 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,...
View ArticleThese 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....
View ArticleBakcountry 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...
View ArticleThe 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....
View ArticleDog 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...
View ArticleWhy 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...
View ArticleDrew 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...
View ArticleSkier 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...
View ArticleA 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...
View ArticleEastern 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...
View ArticleThe 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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