U.S. Ski & Snowboard has announced a new multiyear partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods, naming the national sporting goods retailer an Official Retail Partner and launching an exclusive clothing collection …

Snowshoe Mountain is counting the flakes after a November storm brought the season’s first snow. In a social post, Snowshoe—West Virginia’s largest ski resort—shared a series of tantalizing photos. It …

Sugar Bowl Resort has announced that its highly anticipated new Village Gondola will take a little longer to complete than originally planned, with the California ski area now targeting a …

Winter is finally starting to settle in across North America, and while the large majority of resorts haven’t opened for the season yet, there are a handful spinning lifts. The …

Colorado’s notoriously expensive ski towns could soon have an easier way to address their affordable housing shortages, thanks to a new federal rule that makes it simpler to develop housing …

Rocky Mountain National Park‘s Trail Ridge Road officially closed to through vehicle traffic for the 2026-27 winter season on Friday, November 13. The seasonal closure marks the end of another …

Ready for a rerun of opening day? Wolf Creek is. The Colorado ski area was forced to close just after welcoming the first skiers and snowboarders of the season when …

The 2026-27 ski season is beginning to pick up across the United States, with more mountains spinning their lifts as we get deeper into November. Skiers and snowboarders have several …

Ski boots are one of the most important investments in your ski equipment. A pair of boots that fits poorly can destroy your day faster than most other pieces of …

El Niño is the talk of the town this Fall, and according to the latest update from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), it’s getting stronger. “El Niño continues …

Snowbird is targeting Friday, November 27, for the start of its 2026-27 ski season, conditions permitting. The Utah resort is preparing for its 56th winter with several mountain improvements, a …

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has announced the athlete roster for the ninth annual Kings & Queens of Corbet’s, bringing 24 of the world’s top skiers and snowboarders to one of …

Wolf Creek Ski Area will reopen for weekend operations on November 14-15 following historic flooding that damaged roads and infrastructure throughout Southwest Colorado. The reopening comes through coordination with the …

Killington, Vermont — With snow in the past 24 hours and cold temperatures for the next few days, some skiers were hoping for lift-served snow in Vermont this weekend. Unfortunately, …

On the coldest ski days, when lift rides come complete with bone-chilling blasts of wind, your fingers become the real measure of the cold, registering every degree through dwindling blood …

The “quick service restaurants” are planned to open on December 5th. The chief marketing officer for KFC Italia, Marzia Farè, said the company aimed at “surprising people” and is “reaching …

Last season sucked. You know it. I know it. We all know it. Winter never really showed up, and spring temperatures seemed to be the norm no matter how high …

*DJ Khaled voice… Anotha one! Winter Park Resort joins the ever-growing list of ski resorts to open for the season today, November 13, 2026. “Winter 26/27 starts Friday, 11/13, at …

Apparently, grizzly bears enjoy a good snow day as much as the rest of us. A wonderful video filmed in Montana’s Glacier National Park captures a mother grizzly bear and …

Revelstoke, British Columbia — As it stands, Revelstoke Mountain Resort is one of Canada’s top skiing destinations. With the continent’s longest vertical drop and ample heli-skiing opportunities, it’s a great …

Mt. Bachelor has fired up its new Wood Fuel Energy Facility, marking a major milestone in an ambitious project that will turn leftover wood from forest restoration and wildfire prevention …

There’s a fancy bit of technology coming online at Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, this winter. The resort’s Elk Camp chair is now home to the world’s first battery-powered ski lift backup, …

Put it on the calendar.  Vail Mountain, Colorado, opens for the season tomorrow, Friday, November 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. The resort broke the news in a social media post, …

An Iowa recreation area that has been unable to offer traditional winter skiing is getting an $18 million makeover, complete with a new chairlift, snowmaking infrastructure, additional ski runs and …

If you’ve ever shopped for ski goggles, which I imagine you have, you may have noticed something rather interesting. While polarized sunglasses are very common, most ski goggles use non-polarized …

Princeton, Massachuetts — Wachusett Mountain is setting the record straight: they weren’t “goofing off” during this offseason. This week, Wachusett Mountain detailed what projects they have been working on for …

As the level of competition steadily increases on the Freeride World Tour, the same goes for the final stage of the qualifying circuit, the Challengers. In these events, FWT Qualifier …

Canada’s WeiTien Ho has accomplished more than most on the Freeride World Tour, including a win at the XTreme Verbier 2025 competition, and now, at just 22 years old, the …

Another season, another edition of the famed Kings & Queens of Corbet’s competition. The event, which involves hucking off the sheer entrance of the titular Corbet’s Couloir, will touch down …

Winter Park Resort is officially kicking off its 2026-27 ski season this Friday, November 13, with first chair scheduled for 9 a.m. While early-season operations will be limited compared to …

Ski resorts have long been the setting for cheesy Hallmark Christmas movies, trashy reality shows, and the occasional Hollywood flick, but a half-hour comedy series on FX? This will be …

US Highway 160 over Wolf Creek Pass could reopen to limited traffic by the end of this week as the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) continues extensive repairs following two …

Big Sky Resort is giving beginner skiers and snowboarders an entirely new experience this season with the completion of its new learning center near the mid-station of the Explorer Gondola. …

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC) says El Niño continues to strengthen, with the developing event now carrying a significant chance of becoming one of the strongest observed since records began …

In Europe there are four new resorts in Norway and one in Austria: Bad Kleinkirchheim, Austria Beito Resort, Norway Hafjell, Norway Kvitfjell, Norway Oppdal, Norway Beitostolen, Norway. Image © PlanetSKI …

The Indy Pass continues to grow. 15 downhill and cross-country ski resorts have joined the Indy Pass for the Winter 26/27 season, according to a press release dated today, November …

Three of the deceased were guides with the company. The tragedy happened near Castle Peak in California and was the deadliest avalanche in the state and the worst avalanche in …

The Ski Club Tignes Takeover at a glance What: A Ski Club of Great Britain Takeover week, with around 100 members filling one hotel Where: The 4* L’Aiguille Percée hotel, …

While ski areas across the West wait for colder temperatures and natural snowfall, one Idaho ski area already has a substantial amount of snow ready to go. Bogus Basin, the …

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As the 2034 Utah Winter Olympics approach, Park City Mountain Resort is thinking about how to spruce up an already busy base area before the big show.  The focus is …

Skiing requires strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination, but how much time do you spend preparing your body before heading up the mountain? I certainly feel the desire to just hop …

After a dry spell, winter is once again beginning to spin up in the Sierra Nevada, as forecasters warn of intense mountain snow and wind across California’s peaks starting Friday, …

USA — Did you know several ski areas are run by the U.S. military? At or near military installations in Alaska, New York, and Wisconsin, the U.S. military offers lift-served …

European ski instructor and content creator Marius Quast has revealed his updated list of the 10 best ski resorts in the Alps, with several notable changes from his previous rankings. …

Officials and work crews are racing to repair the road to a Colorado ski area that was damaged after heavy rain and flooding hit the southwest corner of the state. …

The World Ski Awards have crowned their 2026 winners. The awards cover the world of skiing, with recognition on a national and global level for things like: Best Ski Resort, …

Lindsey Vonn underwent her ninth surgery on Tuesday, November 10, sharing an update with fans as she prepared to enter the operating room. The Olympic champion is hoping the procedure …

Another Colorado ski resort has opened for the winter 26/27 season. Breckenridge, known for being one of the most popular ski resorts in the Centennial State, officially opened for the …

Ski and snowboard gear quickly gets expensive, and goggle lenses are another piece of equipment that can leave many skiers wondering whether they really need to spend the extra money. …

Winter weather could become increasingly active across much of the United States over the next two weeks, with several Arctic blasts, multiple storm systems, and potentially significant snowfall developing in …

Competing at the Antarctic Ice Ultra, she recorded the second-fastest overall 100-mile time in Antarctica, completing the race in 17 hours, 31 minutes and 39 seconds. She also set the …

We landed in El Calafate at 7am, stepping out into cool Patagonian air and the kind of early morning light that wakes you up whether you like it or not. …

The 42-year-old uploaded a video on social media before the procedure. She said she was “praying” it would be her last operation and she was “nervous and anxious” but “excited …

Giants Ridge is making a big push to attract families this winter, announcing a new Kids 12 & Under Ski Free initiative alongside free weekly skiing, expanded lesson programs, new …

The countdown to ski season is underway in the Midwest, and Snowvana is getting ready to celebrate with a weekend packed with gear deals, resort giveaways, ski films, and winter …

Park City Mountain is taking another shot at redeveloping one of its busiest base areas, announcing plans to reshape approximately 10 acres at Mountain Village ahead of the 2034 Winter …

OSPREY DAYLITE PACKING CUBES £30 www.osprey.com If like me your packing tends to be, shall we say, a bit random, Osprey’s Packing Cube Set could be a game changer. You …

Sugar Bowl Resort, located on Donner Summit near Lake Tahoe, California, will have a new lift for the winter 26/27 season, but it won’t be ready for opening day, according …

The year-long partnership includes beginner courses, holiday information and more, all aimed to make skiing widely accessible and spark interest in an Austrian winter holiday. Snozone operates indoor snow sports …

The price of lift tickets may be creeping higher each season, but in Colorado, at least this year, there’s at least one ski-related cost that’s staying the same. Adult tickets …

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Mt. Ashland, Oregon, is off to the races. The non-profit ski area has announced that fundraising efforts to replace one of its two aging chairlifts, the Windsor, were successful, with …

Another ski area joins the fray. Loveland Ski Area, located just off I-70 west of Denver, Colorado, officially kicked off its season on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The ski area’s …

The finals of one of skiing’s biggest freeride competitions, Natural Selection Ski, is headed to Palisades Tahoe, California, for the first time this winter, creating a new opportunity to watch …

Nothing is worse than waiting for a car to pick you up from the airport, only to realize your ski bag won’t fit. Thankfully, Uber Ski is back during the …

ANDALUSIA, Ill. – Skiers and snowboarders in the Quad Cities area will have one fewer place to hit the slopes this winter. Snowstar Winter Sports Park in Andalusia, Illinois, will …

Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota has received international recognition for its efforts to preserve natural night skies, earning the title of 2026 International Dark Sky Place of the Year. …

GB Snowsport have announced their team for this weekend’s World Cup ski races at Levi in Finland with four male and one female British racer set to compete. The Levi …

Hoedown Hill, a small Colorado ski area that opened in recent years, is pivoting, offering live music instead of skiing and snowboarding for the foreseeable future. In a news release …

California and Nevada drivers can score a free day of skiing or snowboarding at a Lake Tahoe-area resort this winter by purchasing a special license plate through the Tahoe Fund‘s …

After a frustrating stretch of warm weather and uncooperative snowmaking conditions, Breckenridge Ski Resort has officially locked in a new opening day. The Colorado ski area announced that it will …

A few beers or cocktails after a long day on the slopes are a near necessity for many people’s ski vacations. But anyone who’s traveled from sea level to a …

BOALSBURG, Pa. – A Pennsylvania ski area has cleared a major hurdle in its plans for a substantial redevelopment, receiving unanimous approval to expand the area eligible for development around …

“What if I forget how to ski?” My buddy, who is a better skier than most, asked the rhetorical question with a smile as we unloaded my Honda CR-V. Parked …

Tannersville, PA — The perception of a ski resort can change in a short amount of time. That’s what Jason Bays and the team at Camelback Mountain have pulled off. …

As he made a pitch for the summit on Sunday after overnighting on Saturday in a refuge, he removed his skis and put them on his backpack. He continued to …

Fernie, British Columbia — For expert skiers, arguably the most important chairlift at Fernie Alpine Resort is the White Pass chairlift. Installed in 1998, this fixed-grip quad chairlift can carry …

Pagosa Springs, Colorado — The ski season at Wolf Creek began with a bang. Fresh snow led to great conditions on its Halloween opening day. Guests were treated to a …

Amtrak tickets are officially on sale for the 2026-27 Winter Park Express season, providing a great way to access a Colorado ski resort without having to get behind the wheel. …

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For Molly it is the moment she has been training for and dreaming about for many years – being in the start gate for a World Cup race representing Great …

The quick answer Skiing or snowboarding? Skiing is usually easier to learn, and snowboarding is often easier to master. Skiers face downhill, move each leg independently and can slow down …

Despite a recent boom in popularity, backcountry skiing—and, by extension, ski touring—can still seem daunting for newcomers. The learning curve is steep and can be expensive, with a truckload of …

Tired of your generic California or Nevada license plate and want a free lift ticket? The Tahoe Fund has a solution for you. The beloved “Plates for Powder” program is …

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The Freeride World Tour’s getting its Drive to Survive moment. In No Second Run, a new web series, the globetrotting big mountain competition is offering a behind-the-scenes look at the …

North America — Of all ski resort rankings, none is debated and prized as much as Ski Magazine’s reader’s choice. A longtime ski industry fixture, Ski Magazine’s Top 50 rankings …

Vermont — While Stratton didn’t make any lift replacements this offseason, there were many improvements made across the mountain for this winter. Last week, Stratton Mountain Resort announced $8 million …

Breckenridge Resort, Colorado (Breck), aimed to open for the winter 26/27 season on Friday, November 6, 2026, but a warm spell and poor snowmaking conditions forced the resort to delay. …

WINDSOR, Colo. – One of Colorado’s newest ski areas is stepping away from winter sports, announcing that it will not offer skiing, snowboarding or snow tubing during the 2026-27 season. …

A portion of the slopes near Whistler Blackcomb’s famed Peak Express will remain closed this ski season after a rockslide tumbled down the mountain in March. Photos shared by the …

Last week, I went to one of the strangest events I’ve ever attended in my career as a ski writer. Never in a million years did I think I would …

The Indy Pass Destination Upgrade means people can have an extended holiday rather than just using the resort for a few days. Here are the resorts is Europe that have …

Ikon Pass has announced several changes to its mountain access lineup for the 2026-27 winter season, including a significant upgrade for Ikon Base Pass holders through Deer Valley Resort in …

Lead Photo Credit: @Mammothmountain Instagram Mammoth Mountain opened November 5. That is eight days ahead of its own schedule. Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe followed the very next morning. Colorado beat …

At Colorado’s ski resorts, the race to open keeps rolling. After a brief delay pushed back its original opening date, Copper Mountain welcomed the first skiers and snowboarders of the …

Brighton Resort is known for opening its “Bone Zone” hike-to terrain park in the early season, but Solitude Mountain Resort, its neighbor in Big Cottonwood Canyon, has stolen its thunder. …

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Ski resorts tend to get a lot of visitors throughout the year, but not everyone arrives on skis or a snowboard. Steamboat Resort in Colorado recently shared some nighttime footage …

Jackson, New Hampshire — It’s been another busy offseason at New Hampshire’s Black Mountain. While they haven’t announced all their projects yet, they’ve been up to a lot. Perhaps the …

Eastern Townships, Quebec — Just north of the Vermont-Quebec border, the Eastern Townships of Quebec are home to four major ski resorts. This includes Owl’s Head, which features some of …

At one of North America’s biggest and most luxurious ski resorts, Ikon Base Pass access is getting a little bigger. This season, both the Ikon Pass and the cheaper Ikon …

One of the world’s rarest fish is showing encouraging signs of recovery, with the population of endangered Devils Hole pupfish more than doubling over the past year. The National Park …

Red River, New Mexico —  It looks like Enchanted Forest won’t operate this winter. However, someone has stepped up late in the game to save the day. In September, the owners …

Spring has sprung in New Zealand, and while the island nation’s various ski resorts have all closed for the season, the high peaks and backcountry are still holding snow. The …

Lake Louise Ski Resort is offering free skiing to several groups of military personnel this week as a gesture of appreciation for their service. From November 9th through November 15th, …

After a stretch of unfavorable weather patterns for much of the interior West, there is some encouraging news for skiers and snowboarders. A shift in the forecast could bring multiple …

Skiers visiting two of Italy’s most famous mountain destinations this winter will soon have an unexpected and decidedly non-Italian option for lunch: Kentucky Fried Chicken. The American fast-food chain’s plans …

Camelback Resort, known for being one of Pennsylvania’s most popular ski resorts and for hosting skiing in May more recently, has a new trail map ahead of the Winter 26/27 …

It’s November, and that means there will likely be a lot of guys sporting some sort of facial hair that they usually try to keep close shaven. Beyond the clear …

The 2026-2027 ski season is already picking up some momentum, with six ski areas now open across the United States. It started with a handful of early-season openings in Colorado …

WHISTLER, British Columbia – A section of Whistler Blackcomb’s iconic high-alpine terrain will remain closed for the entire 2026-27 ski season following a rockslide near Whistler Peak earlier this year. …

BANFF, Alberta – Skiing and snowboarding will briefly take a back seat to remembrance at Banff Sunshine Village on Wednesday, November 11, as the Canadian resort pauses lift loading to …

2026 Set to be Hottest Year on Record The predictions comes as world leaders and negotiators gather in Turkey for the opening of COP31, the latest UN climate summit. The …

To help address these challenges, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation has teamed up with the World Meteorlogical Organisation and have released the Weather and Climate Services for Ski Resorts …

He took the record away from the French sand skier, Mahe Fredydier, who has hit 75mph at the same location. “I love the thrill of the chase,” Johnny said. “It’s …

Arizona — You should have gotten your season pass by now for this winter. If you haven’t, there’s still one way to get one at a nice discount. From November …

Spain’s leading resort of Baqueira Beret is preparing for the 2026–2027 winter season with an investment of €24 million on work carried out since last May. Skiers arriving after the …

WINTER PARK, Colo. – A proposed gondola connecting downtown Winter Park to Winter Park Resort has cleared a major financial hurdle, thanks to the votes of just three people. According …

Rebuilding a forest after a wildfire is a process that takes years, decades, and sometimes even centuries. In Idaho’s Boise National Forest, the U.S. Forest Service is working to give …

Mikaela Shiffrin is taking a different approach to the 2026-27 ski racing season, and her first World Cup weekend in Sölden, Austria, provided some encouraging signs that the changes are …

The Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn stands out as arguably the coolest ski resort in the Alps; a vast, high‑energy winter playground where variety, atmosphere and sheer scale combine into …

Paddy Graham isn’t an actor. But when it came time to create his latest ski movie, We Can’t Not, he ended up in an acting class, anyway. The one-off lesson …

Stowe, Vermont — Stowe’s oldest operating chairlift has a new name. Opened back in the 1979-80 season, the Lookout Double serves a variety of terrain. The Riblet double chairlift has …

NEVADA – A controversial private ski resort planned for Nevada’s Ruby Mountains is moving closer to reality, with construction underway and Elko County issuing building permits valued at $7.2 million …

Powder Mountain in Utah has completed load testing on its new DMI Lift, marking another major milestone for a project that will open up more than 1,000 acres of previously …

Mountains are known for their towering peaks and steep slopes, but some formations take verticality to an entirely different level. Around the world, enormous rock walls rise thousands of feet …

Meet the testers: James Kisia Tashie Alex Marie Between them they are a mixture of ski instructors, journalists, recreational skiers, ski tourers and of course we have a local Canadian …

The Swiss resort of Verbier is the latest to have an early opening. The Lacs de Vaux area opened on Saturday, 7th November.   View this post on Instagram   …

“Yo. Mt. Rose is opening on Friday, are you going?” Sitting at my parents’ house in southeastern Pennsylvania, I received the text above from a friend. It was one of …

Do Patrick and Maverick Wilkinson like working together? It was a reasonable question for the father-and-son duo, I thought, because they’d spent the past several months toiling on a video …

Sun Peaks, British Columbia — Sun Peaks Resort has had an interesting history. Like many famous ski resorts, Sun Peaks was originally known by something else. Originally known as Tod …

Bennington, New Hampshire — A southern New Hampshire ski area has a new leader. This week, Crotched Mountain announced that Matt Pek will serve as its General Manager. Pek succeeds …

Maverick Mountain, the small Montana ski area torched by a wildfire over the summer, is getting an up to $250,000 boost from an anonymous donor.  The news, shared by Friends …

New season, new trail map. As the winter approaches, Deer Valley, Utah, is showing off its new digs a few years into a sprawling expansion dubbed “Expanded Excellence.” The changes …

MOAB, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management is asking for the public’s help identifying those responsible for two separate incidents of vandalism involving prehistoric rock art near Moab, Utah. …

Ski pole straps are one of those pieces of equipment that many skiers use without giving them much thought. They keep your poles attached to your hands after a fall, …

Imagine showing up at a ski resort with 600 acres of terrain, more than 1,000 feet of vertical drop, perfectly groomed runs and fresh powder, only to discover that you …

The Colorado ski season’s about to get a little bigger. On Saturday, November 7, Loveland Ski Area is kicking off the season with access to the Chet’s Dream lift. On …

Loveland Ski Area is officially kicking off its 2026-27 ski season on Saturday, November 7, giving Colorado skiers and snowboarders another opportunity to get back on the mountain this weekend. …

A hiker is recovering from serious injuries after slipping off a trail near the summit of Mount Timpanogos in Utah and falling several hundred feet down a mountainside. The dramatic …

The 2026-27 ski season is officially underway in the Canadian Rockies, with four Alberta ski resorts set to welcome skiers and snowboarders this weekend. Lake Louise Ski Resort kicked things …

The University of Utah is bringing freestyle skiing and snowboarding to campus this Friday, November 6, with the return of its annual Rail Jam. Partnering with Woodward Park City, the …

The opening day of ski season should be a celebration of the return to winter. It can get pretty competitive, with skiers and snowboarders working hard to secure the coveted …

Val Thorens already hosts an edition of the Freeride World Tour and the full event has taken place previously in Tignes and Chamonix. There was a women’s event in La …

In 1994 Nicolas was making a snowboarding film for Victorinox on the Bec des Rosses in Verbier with his friend Philippe Butter. It was steep and they were challenging themselves …

There’s nothing like the sound of a snowmaking machine roaring back to life. Snowmaking crews at Bretton Woods, known for being the largest ski resort in New Hampshire by skiable …

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It’s starting to look a lot like winter in Aspen, Colorado. A series of snowy days throughout this week has produced top-to-bottom coverage in the town and on the mountains, …

Bartlett, New Hampshire — Vail Resorts receives a lot of flak (and it’s sometimes deserved), but they’ve done some great things for one New Hampshire ski resort. This includes a new …

As the ski season approaches, a Virginia ski resort is unveiling a new look and logo. The sleeker, modern-looking design for Massanutten Resort replaces a past brand mark and includes …

Visitors exploring Muir Woods National Monument in California got an up-close look at the wild side of nature when a pair of rutting deer took their fight onto a boardwalk. …

It’s here! On Thursday morning, at Mammoth Mountain, California, skiers and snowboarders gathered to celebrate the opening of skiing in the Golden State.  The surprise opening, which comes more than …

Planning a ski trip this winter? The Michelin Guide has released a list of more than two dozen of the best hotels for skiers and snowboarders across the United States, …

Colorado skiers and snowboarders hoping to kick off the 2026-27 season at Copper Mountain will have to wait a little longer. The Summit County ski area has announced that it …

Fans of Breckenridge Ski Resort, Colorado, will have to wait a little longer before making their first turns.  The resort planned to open this Friday, November 6, but recently announced …

Colorado’s ski season started last week thanks to a surprise Wednesday morning opening day from Arapahoe Basin. Keystone Resort followed on Friday, October 30th, and Wolf Creek managed to get …

Tragic news for Colorado skiers and snowboarders hoping to get up to Breckenridge Ski Resort this weekend. Breckenridge will not be opening for the 2026-27 winter season this Friday, November …

Lindsey Vonn has added another accolade to her collection—a street dedication in one of the most populated cities on the East Coast, but it’s not New York, Boston, or Miami. …

There are plenty of reasons to love skiing in the Alps, from the towering mountain scenery to the seemingly endless collection of perfectly groomed pistes. But sometimes the best way …

Wyoming — Remember Peak Resorts? Back in the 2010s, they were a powerhouse in the ski industry. This included ski resorts in the Midwest and Northeast. Some of their accomplishments …

The Indy Pass is getting bigger, well, kind of. The popular alternative ski pass, which grants two days of skiing at each of its partner resorts, has added a “Destination …

The four mountains of Aspen Snowmass got another nice boost from Mother Nature over the last 24 hours. A fresh round of snowfall delivered as much as 8 inches, adding …

As winter approaches, the ski pass wars continue to heat up. Today, the Indy Pass announced a new add-on pass that will give passholders three additional days at a select …

For many, the annual ski trip is a winter highlight, with time on the slopes at the heart of the experience. But for those seeking a more exclusive getaway, Europe …

An updated U.S. snowfall forecast from the meteorology YouTube channel Direct Weather has unexpected and perhaps good news for Pacific Northwest skiers as a winter season dominated by “super” El …

Virginia — The 2020s have been busy for Massanutten Resort. New terrain and lifts have made the Virginia ski resort a stronger winter destination. Amid these and future changes, the …

In Utah, skiers will be waiting a little longer for the season to start. Brian Head, which had an ambitious opening date of November 6, will no longer open this …

Beaver, Utah — After a year full of devastation, it’s nice to see snow at Eagle Point again. The central Utah ski resort saw significant damage from a wildfire, and …

Where are we meeting? How do I pay? And which message had all the details in? Maison Sport’s new platform aims to make booking with an independent ski instructor a …

Brian Head Resort in southern Utah is postponing its planned November 6 opening as crews continue working to build enough snow for the 2026-27 ski season. The resort has not …

Avoriaz celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2027. Here is the story of France’s only car-free ski resort, from Jean Vuarnet’s dream and its extraordinary cedar-clad architecture to The Wall, the …

High slopes, plenty of skiing and a holiday budget that goes a little further. New figures from Heidi highlight four ski resort alternatives to some familiar Alpine favourites, with average …

Prescribed fire operations are underway in Rocky Mountain National Park on Wednesday, November 4, after fire crews successfully completed a test burn near Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. According to an …

It’s only November, but in Colorado’s backcountry, avalanche season is here. Pro skier Colter Hinchliffe shared sobering footage of a fellow backcountry user getting caught by an avalanche in the …

Unionized ski patrollers at Colorado’s Arapahoe Basin have secured their first contract 15 months after officially unionizing in January of 2025. Like many ski patrol units that voted to unionize …

A new ski film featuring some of the world’s best freeride athletes has an unusual narrator. We Can’t Not, a co-production between Legs of Steel and Red Bull Media House, …

November 4, 2026 | Snowpack conditions as of November 3, end of day A basin along the California–Nevada border is sitting at 1,171% of its early-November median snowpack. Meanwhile, several …

Across the West Coast, the coming days look wet, with the Climate Prediction Center warning of atmospheric river activity potentially bringing heavy rain, snow, strong winds, and flooding. The notice, …

Vail Resorts is preparing for a busy winter of competitive skiing and snowboarding, with World Cup races, international championships, freestyle competitions, and community events scheduled across its North American and …

Fresh snowfall drew plenty of skiers into Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, but the new snow and wind also created dangerous avalanche conditions. A video shared by professional skier Colter Hinchliffe …

An autopsy has confirmed the cause of death for two Colorado Mountain College students who died in a climbing accident on West Apostle Mountain in Chaffee County last week. Investigators …

The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in Southern California is getting closer to opening, and scientists are preparing to monitor how animals use the massive structure. In early November, biologists with …

Direct Weather has released an updated snowfall forecast for the 2026-27 winter, significantly changing its outlook for several regions of the United States. The latest forecast increases confidence in above-average …

Park City, Utah — Utah saw snow to start this week, with the big winners of the cycle being Alta and Snowbird. Unfortunately, lower-elevation ski resorts like Deer Valley and …

Imagine getting 80 days of skiing at 16 Vermont ski resorts for less than $2,000, including some of the biggest names in Northeast skiing. That works out to less than …

Two skier-triggered avalanche incidents were reported at Utah’s Alta Ski Area on Sunday, November 1, nearly three weeks before the resort’s scheduled opening day, highlighting the dangers of early-season skiing …

Lead Photo Credit: @crotched_mountain Instagram  This past Sunday at 2 a.m., the clocks fell back an hour. Annoyingly, the East Coast loses its light earlier. Within a week, the sun …

Over the last few years, Salomon has made their Quality Ski Time film tour a staple of film premiere season. Rather than put all their eggs in the basket of …

What happens at Grand Targhee stays at Grand Targhee…? Well, maybe, but last winter, during POWDER’s gear test, we had too much fun at the Wyoming hideaway to keep it …

Col de Balme, the highest sector of the classic French resort La Clusaz, renowned for its terrain and the Candide XXL freeride zone, has announced it will be introducing XXL …

Killington, Vermont — Ski season isn’t far away, especially for Killington Resort. While Killington is currently dealing with a warm front, they are trying to get open soon. In the …

Alabama isn’t exactly known for skiing, but every November, thousands of winter sports enthusiasts make their way to the small town of Scottsboro for one of the most unusual ski …

In dueling letters, Vail Resorts and the shareholder that hopes to shake up the company’s nine-member board of directors, Oasis Management, each recently made their case as a proxy battle …

Pagosa Springs, Colorado — The footage from the past few days in Southwestern Colorado has been a tough watch. Following heavy flooding last month, Durango and Pagosa Springs saw heavy …

New Hampshire — It seems like lift tickets are too expensive these days, but there are good deals out there for those who are in the know. Some recent examples …

If there’s anyone who knows how to curate a good roster of ski films and a good time, it’s Whitefish, Montana-based professional skiers Maggie Voisin and Parkin Costain. Between their …

Mammoth Mountain will open for the 2026-27 ski season earlier than originally planned, welcoming skiers and snowboarders on Thursday, November 5. The California ski resort had previously scheduled its opening …

A powerful atmospheric river is expected to bring significant moisture to the West Coast during the second week of November, with NOAA warning of potentially heavy precipitation, mountain snowfall, and …

It’s starting to look a little like Colorado on the West Coast. Just a day after Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Nevada, confirmed that it would open for the season on Friday, …

Freestyle skiing has come a long way since its early days, but one New Hampshire ski resort played an important role in getting the sport off the ground. In 1971, …

Whistler Blackcomb could be in line for an extraordinary amount of snowfall over the next 10 days, with some of the highest elevations potentially picking up more than 100 inches …

Ski Cooper has introduced Jake Webster as its new president and general manager ahead of the 2026–27 ski season. Webster takes over the leadership role following Dan Torsell’s 14 years …

El Niño is coming, and AccuWeather has a new forecast map about how it will affect ski season from California to Maine. “El Niño could bring a much better ski …

Severe flooding across southwest Colorado has forced Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) to close offices, restrict access to state properties and deploy rescue personnel as rivers reach historic levels. The …

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have released a new report examining the growing weather and climate challenges facing ski resorts and winter sports …

The resort of Bardonecchia is in the Piedmont mountains west of Turin and is part of one of the largest ski systems in the Alps – Vialattea/the Milky Way. It joins …

European ski resorts claimed more than two-thirds of the worldwide podium places in the 2026 Snomad Ski Resort Awards, taking 41 of the 60 available Gold, Silver and Bronze positions. …

Hilaree Nelson was a skier’s skier. She embodied a level of soul that transformed the act of sliding on snow into a work of art. Along with her longtime ski …

Last week, rescuers in Colorado saved a hiker after she’d become trapped in the backcountry, sending a concerning and to-the-point 911 text that read: “Please help me.” The text came …

Austria Tourism has teamed up with the indoor snow centre group Snozone to encourage more non-skiers to try snowsports. At a glance The headline: almost 50% of people who have …

Vail Resorts is the major resort owner in North America and amoung others runs Vail, Park City, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge in the USA & Whistler in Canada. It owns the …

Soldier Mountain is making it easier for small groups of skiers and snowboarders to explore its expansive Idaho backcountry, introducing two new snowcat options designed to deliver more runs, more …

It’s official.  Unless someone pulls a fast one, the ski season in California/Nevada (and the broader West Coast) will kick off on November 6, 2026, at Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, the …

Broomfield, Colorado — Vail Resorts is in the midst of a proxy battle, which could dramatically impact its future. The ski resort conglomerate has been making its case for rejecting …

As a storm rolled into California’s Sierra Nevada over Halloween weekend, there were questions about freezing levels. Would it snow at the base of ski resorts? How much rain would …

With Vail Resorts, Alterra Mountain Company, and other major operators dominating much of the ski industry conversation, it can sometimes feel like independent ski areas are becoming a thing of …

El Niño is one of the most recognizable terms in weather forecasting but most people have no idea where the name actually came from. The answer has nothing to do …

Southwestern Colorado is experiencing the thorny side of an El Niño winter. Just one day after their surprise Halloween opening, Wolf Creek Ski closed again on November 1 due to …

Las Vegas, Nevada — Nevada’s newest ski resort terrain expansion is in Las Vegas. Over the past several months, Lee Canyon has been working on a lift-served expansion into the …

Wilmington, New York — The State of New York takes care of its three owned and operated ski resorts. This includes Whiteface, which has seen new lifts, lodges, and snowmaking …

Shrewsbury, Massachusetts — Technically, Massachusetts offered lift-served skiing for the 2026-27 season before Colorado. Thanks to their Latitude 90 snowmaking system, Ski Ward offered skiing and riding on October 25 …

It was a white Halloween, after all.  Across Utah, snow piled up at ski resorts, in some cases to the tune of a foot or more. In Little Cottonwood Canyon, …

Ski mountaineering will continue its growing Olympic journey in 2028, with the sport officially confirmed for the Dolomiti Valtellina Winter Youth Olympic Games in Italy. Ski mountaineering successfully debuted at …

A Colorado Army National Guard UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter suffered a blade strike while attempting to rescue an injured hiker near Nederland, Colorado, on Saturday night, October 31. The incident …

Hello, friends, and welcome to POWDER’s first monthly poll of the year. We’re planning to launch a new poll on the first Monday of each month during the Winter 26/27 …

Mammoth Mountain in California got some of its first significant snowfall of the 2026-27 ski season this past weekend, with up to 15 inches of fresh snow piling up across …

Crystal Ski, the UK’s largest ski package holiday provider, has added eight resorts across France, Italy, Andorra, Sweden and Austria for Winter 2026/27. From family-friendly destinations and traditional mountain towns …

At the weekend Mürren in Switzerland, and Sulden in Italy opened They are the first non-glacier areas to open and in Murren the Riggli chairlift and the associated slope in …

The book is the third title in Lannoo’s acclaimed series, following Surf & Art and Skate & Art. It explores skiing through the work of artists whose creative practice is …

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Denver, Colorado — At 5-2, the Denver Broncos enter this weekend’s matchup against the 5-1 Kansas City Chiefs in a critical spot. They’ve seen inconsistent QB play and a lackluster …

Mountains are often celebrated for their beauty and opportunities for adventure, but some have histories filled with devastating accidents, deadly avalanches, volcanic eruptions, and catastrophic landslides. A video from Curiosity …

To everything there is a season, and the first flakes in the forecast mean it is time for pre-pre season skiing. Pre-pre is an autumnal ritual that was established long …

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Odd-numbered years mean World Championships and 2027 is gearing up for three spectacular events with Final Inspections having recently taken place at all three venues. From February 1-14, Crans-Montana will …

Breckenridge, Colorado — While it doesn’t serve any terrain, one of Breckenridge Resort’s most important lifts is the BreckConnect Gondola. It connects the South Gondola Parking Garage, North Gondola Parking …

Alberta — While they weren’t the first to offer to skiing and riding in North America for the 2026-27 season, Canada’s ski season is starting earlier than expected. Yesterday, Lake …

It has a redesigned website that makes it easier for people to find and use avalanche safety information this winter. The CAIC provides backcountry avalanche forecasts for approximately 28,000 square …

The resort’s base elevation of 3,025m, combined with huge snowfall, cold temperatures and the work of its mountain operations teams, has helped preserve snow well beyond the resort’s traditional closing …

KIMBERLEY, Ontario — An abandoned Canadian ski resort is getting a major financial boost in its transformation back into forest as the Ontario government is committing $1 million to help …

Like many historic buildings in New England, the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa has developed a reputation for being notoriously haunted. Guests have reported ghost sightings, mysteriously disappearing objects, …

The National Park Service is seeking public input on a proposal to remove hazardous sections of a historic telephone line running through the inner canyon of Grand Canyon National Park …

Our team of five specialist testers puts ski gear, ski clothing and a few other surprise items through their paces deep in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. If you …

A spell of cold autumn weather has given Canadian skiers an unexpected boost, with several Alberta resorts moving forward their opening dates for the 2026-27 season. Leading the charge is …

Somewhere in Colorado, hundreds of miles away, Dane Tudor held an umbrella aloft and peered down at me. He strolled about and patiently answered my many questions, a gray sky …

Out West, another resort contender is joining the early-season shuffle: Lake Louise, Alberta, will kick off winter earlier than planned on Sunday, November 1, per a recent announcement. The resort …

Stowe, Vermont — While a fire impacted one of Vermont’s most historic hotels, it didn’t damage the vast majority portion of the property. On Wednesday, a fire broke out at …

A ski resort in Chile is extending its season into December for the first time in its history following an extraordinary winter that delivered more than 24 feet of snowfall …

It’s beginning to become absurd.  At Valle Nevado, a popular Chilean ski resort, the austral winter tends to last from June through September or, if conditions line up, October. November’s …

Following the success of last year’s event, the University of Utah is teaming up with Woodward Park City for their second annual Rail Jam. The University’s Student Union Lawn will …

The Catskills Mountains in New York were once home to some of the most famous vacation destinations in the country. Among them was the Nevele Grand Hotel, a sprawling resort …

If you’re hoping to get on the slopes in your Halloween costume, know that there are three ski areas where you can do so. If you’re hoping to get some …

A southern Colorado ski resort is hot on the heels of the Summit County ski areas that scrambled to be Colorado’s first to open earlier this week. Wolf Creek Ski …

An Austrian slackliner has set a remarkable world record after walking 472 feet across a narrow highline suspended between two gondola cabins nearly 500 feet above the ground. Florian Zoller …

Natural Selection has brought in someone new to lead its ski program, and he knows a thing or two about big mountains.  The competition circuit announced this week that all-around …

Utah — For its 2027 schedule, the Freeride World Tour is giving skiers and riders the bird. In yesterday’s calendar reveal, the Freeride World Tour announced that Snowbird will host …

A significant storm system is set to bring widespread snowfall to the West over the coming days, with some ski resorts potentially picking up more than two feet of snow …

If you suffer from galeophobia, the fear of sharks, the following footage may be difficult to watch. This California surfer had an extraordinarily close encounter with a massive great white …

Crested Butte Mountain Resort has officially kicked off snowmaking operations as the Colorado ski area prepares to open for the 2026-27 winter season on November 25. With its 65th anniversary …

Silverton, Colorado, is surrounded by some of the most impressive mountains in the state, making it a destination for skiers, climbers, mountain bikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. But skiing Silverton’s …

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The University of Utah is preparing to transform part of its campus into a temporary ski and snowboard terrain park, complete with snow, rails, boxes …

KEYSTONE, Colo. — Keystone Resort is opening for the 2026-27 ski season today, Friday, October 30, offering more than two miles of skiing and snowboarding across 43 acres of terrain. …

A Colorado ski resort is introducing a new way to keep chairlifts running during power outages without relying on traditional diesel generators. Aspen Snowmass announced Thursday, October 29, that its …

Ski boots are hands-down the most important part of your kit. Without a proper boot, your fancy skis, fresh bindings, and any sort of pre-season fitness you’ve gained are going …

This year, Halloween may be more than spooky. In California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, the coming weekend looks wet, with significant snowfall possible at the region’s ski resorts and winds gusting …

Pagosa Springs, Colorado — If you’re looking to go trick-or-treating on Halloween, hunting powder is scientifically proven to be healthier than eating candy. Yesterday, Wolf Creek Ski Area announced that …

Earlier this year, U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced an eight-year partnership with The North Face as their Official Performance Apparel sponsor. Athletes across the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and Toyota …

Ski Cooper is saying goodbye to president and CEO Dan Torsell after 14 years at the Colorado ski area, thanking him for his contributions to the mountain and the Leadville …

When I was enjoying my morning coffee at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28, the thought of skiing that day hadn’t come anywhere close to entering my mind. Several Colorado …

Sugar Bowl Resort, California, has a pile of snow primed and ready for the spookiest time of the year. While the machine-made flakes won’t be used for skiing, they will …

Getting kids into skiing and snowboarding doesn’t have to mean spending hundreds of dollars on season passes. Across the country, several ski associations offer remarkably affordable programs that give young …

Federal researchers are drawing attention to a potentially record-setting El Niño developing in the Pacific Ocean, with implications for winter weather, mountain snowpack and outdoor recreation across the United States. …

Killington, Vermont — The Killington Cup offers a range of activities to keep guests entertained. There’s obviously the ski racing, but there are also other activities like movies and concerts. …

Skiers and snowboarders looking for a way to get their mountain fix without leaving home can now explore thousands of real ski resorts through Bonvo Ride, a free multiplayer game …

British Columbia — Sun Peaks was one of the first major North American ski resorts to invest in snow storage technology. After a successful trial run last year, they’ve doubled …

The United States Mint has unveiled designs for a new series of circulating coins celebrating youth sports, including a quarter featuring snowboarding scheduled to enter circulation in 2027. Announced on …

Beaver Creek Resort in Colorado has installed 16 new automated snow guns on its famous Birds of Prey racecourse as it prepares to host the largest World Cup ski racing …

The resort roster is about to get a little bigger. Keystone, Colorado, will open for skiing on Friday, October 30, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with two miles of …

Seven ski resorts across the American West are stepping up to help season passholders at Eagle Point Resort in Utah, which will remain closed for the entire 2026-27 winter season …

The world has changed a lot since the 1980s, and one thing has perhaps changed the most is how we dress while skiing. Gone are the days of neon one-piece …

The Freeride World Tour by Peak Performance has unveiled its 2027 calendar, with six events scheduled across Europe and North America as the series celebrates its 20th season. A field …

As the Tour approaches its 20th edition, the 53 athletes competing in 2027 can expect world-class terrain providing the ultimate stage to battle for the four FWT Champion titles. Three …

If you heard the rumors, they were true. The Freeride World Tour is coming back to Snowbird, Utah, this winter. The YETI Snowbird Pro presented by Stifel, as it’s called, …

The announcement came late on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, but that didn’t stop hundreds of skiers and snowboarders from showing up for Arapahoe Basin Ski Area’s opening day. A-Basin’s opening …

Whoever you are, a first-time visitor or the most experienced skier in the world, in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc every day begins with a simple, instinctive gesture: we all look up. It happens …

This Saturday 31 October 2026, the winter season will kick off at Switzerland’s the Mürren-Schilthorn ski resort with the Riggli chairlift and the associated slope in the Engetal set to …

The anniversary collection ushers in the next era for the brand while paying tribute to its past. “Anchored in archival design but engineered with its most advanced technologies to date,” …

As the World Cup season started last weekend with GS races in Soelden, Austria, it marks Ospelt’s first season in charge as FIS President. “I’ve had some time to really …

Looking for a creative way to celebrate Halloween this year? The National Park Service has a collection of free pumpkin carving stencils inspired by national parks, wildlife, and outdoor adventures …

Knee injuries are among the most serious risks skiers face, with ligament damage potentially requiring months of recovery. Level 4 ski instructor George, from Alpine Tutorials with George, recently explained …

Professional Norwegian skier Nikolai Schirmer shared a look at the equipment he plans to use during the 2026/2027 season, covering everything from touring backpacks and skis to technical outerwear and …

Steamboat Springs, Colorado — Steamboat has changed a lot in the 2020s. This includes the Mahogany Ridge expansion, a mid-mountain beginner area, a two-stage gondola, a revitalized Steamboat Square, and …

Brighton Resort is asking its community to help choose the next batch of artwork to appear around the Utah ski area, with voting now underway for its 2026-27 Design the …

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) will resume daily backcountry avalanche forecasts on Sunday, November 1, alongside a redesigned website aimed at making it easier for winter recreationists to access …

North America’s ski season has gotten underway today with Colorado’s Arapahoe Basin thought to be the first in the USA, and North America, to open for lift-accessed skiing. It’s always …

Under a proposal submitted to the Forest Service, a small New Mexico ski area, Sipapu, could add hundreds of acres of skiable terrain and multiple new ski lifts. According to …

The first of multiple storms heading for the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada has delivered exciting snow totals. Ski areas across Washington and Oregon picked up 4-8″ of snow in …

Search and rescue crews in Colorado are racing to locate two missing college students who disappeared during a weekend hiking trip to Ice Mountain in Chaffee County. A helicopter located …

Months after tragedy struck, several ski areas are pitching in to help Eagle Point, Utah, the resort that burned in a fire last summer and previously announced that it won’t …

The Winter Sports Safety Act makes hit-and-run collisions on the slopes and ski pass misuse misdemeanors in the state It gives the ski patrol and other skiers new authority to …

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For skiing families, the dream of a winter escape is simple: soft snow under little skis, a warm and welcoming chalet hotel where everything is taken care of, and the …

The resort has an historic connection with British skiers and is seen as one of the birthplaces of skiing in the Alps. In 1904 Sir Henry Lunn turned the Beauregard …

You’ve probably seen some of the world’s most famous mountains without ever realizing it. One appears before Hollywood blockbusters, another spent decades on chocolate bar wrappers, and a Colorado peak …

LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Michael Reitzell will step down as president and CEO of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) on November 10, 2026, after two years leading the organization. In …

Anyone who has driven home from a day of skiing with a backup camera covered in road salt, slush or snow knows how frustrating it can be. A Vermont inventor …

Sound the alarms! This is not a drill! Arapahoe Basin Ski Area (A-Basin) is opening for the winter 26/27 season today, October 28, 2026, according to a press release obtained …

With the popularity of many of the world’s best-known ski areas increasing, you can find the slopes very busy now, particularly at peak periods. In the most extreme cases, this …

At the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Italian ski racer Federica Brignone won gold in both the super-G and the giant slalom, becoming the most decorated female alpine skier in …

Himalayan ski mountaineering is having a moment right now. Climbing and skiing mountains of this scale is always a gamble, and the stakes are as real as they get: life …

Fresh off a season that started with a bang, Vermont’s ski resorts are getting ready for another one. One regular frontrunner, Killington, has already started snowmaking and tends to open …

After two years in the role, Mike Reitzell will step down as the president and CEO of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), effective November 10, 2026. Reitzell said in …

A family ski holiday doesn’t normally start with skiing. It starts with the early alarm, the flight with the kids half dead with fatigue, the baggage hall full of ski …

God bless algorithms because I just put onto to random video that made me stop in my tracks and dedicate my undivided for 15 straight minutes (what many consider a …

At Canada’s second-largest ski resort, Sun Peaks, British Columbia, a grand experiment in snow storage is entering its second year. The approach, which has tripled in size since 2025, uses …

Three-time Olympic snowboarding gold medalist Shaun White has joined some pretty exclusive company. The 40-year-old snowboarding legend is the newest member of Barbie’s Kenbassadors collection, joining NBA superstar LeBron James …

Steamboat Resort in Colorado is adding a new ski trail for the 2026-27 winter season, honoring a hometown Olympic legend who helped shape the ski town’s history. The new green-rated …

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has named Raimund Plancker its new Chief Race Director for men’s alpine skiing, marking a leadership change for the organization responsible for overseeing …

One of the most iconic World Cup courses is getting a serious infrastructure update ahead of the 2026/27 race. The Vail Valley Foundation, which helps to organize Beaver Creek’s Birds …

An Arizona ski resort is getting into the Halloween spirit by turning its mountain coaster and lodge into haunted attractions, complete with zombies, nighttime rides and plenty of opportunities for …

Pennsylvania — Seven Springs has a new toy that’s almost ready to play with. This offseason, Seven Springs replaced the Blitzen chairlift, a fixed-grip triple installed in 1975. It has …

Vermont — We’re inching closer to ski season in the Northeast. While the weather hasn’t cooperated so far, various ski resorts across the region have fired up their snowguns to …

At Crested Butte, the party’s on. The Colorado ski resort announced on Tuesday, October 27, that it fired up its snowmaking system Monday night, “thanks to colder temps, a little …

Vail Resorts is introducing new dining experiences, après destinations and upgraded mountain-lodge menus across its ski resorts for the 2026-27 season. The company announced the changes on October 26, describing …

Rocky Mountain National Park is preparing for a prescribed burn covering 437 acres on the park’s east side, with operations potentially beginning in late October and continuing through the winter …

“What’s a ski resort you’ve never been to but have always wanted to ski?” We put one question to the Unofficial Networks Facebook page: “What’s a ski resort you’ve never …

A whole new Ken is about to enter the Barbie-verse. If the original Ken doll’s job is ‘Beach,’ we’d guess this new Ken doll’s job would be ‘Halfpipe.’ In celebration …

Sunday River, Maine, is known for one of the longest seasons on the East Coast, and with October openings logged in the past, it’s no surprise that the resort is …

It’s only the end of October, but the first major avalanche burial of the season has officially taken place in Colorado, according to the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC). “On …

A small, historic ski area just outside downtown Los Angeles is back on the market after plans that, in part, included the creation of a private membership club didn’t materialize.  …

HEAD is marking the 20th anniversary of its popular Supershape ski range with a special limited edition model, developed with input from Swiss skiing legend Didier Cuche. At a glance …

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The last bits of summer seemed to bid Central Oregon farewell last week and make way for a chilly, cloudy weekend. The first significant storm of the season rolled into …

Last winter, Tuckerman Ravine went off. Or, at least, it did for Andrew Drummond, who recently shared an edit of his time spent skiing around Mt. Washington, New Hampshire, last …

A skier was partially buried in an avalanche on Mount Bross in Colorado on Sunday, October 25, after triggering a large wind slab on a high-elevation slope. The skier’s head …

North Conway, New Hampshire — Since the late 2010s, Cranmore Mountain Resort has modernized its base area with four new buildings, which has created ski-in/out accomdations. More are planned in …

Burton Snowboards has appointed Caroline Brown, former global brand president of The North Face, to its board of directors. The move brings an executive with decades of experience in outdoor …

Steamboat Springs, Colorado — This winter, parking at Steamboat Resort will be more challenging than anticipated. Steamboat Pilot & Today reports that Steamboat Resort permanently closed its Ski Time Parking …

Shrewsbury, Massachusetts — Ski Ward had a busy weekend. As part of their Fall Fest, they offered skiing and snowboarding on snow. Thanks to their Latitude 90 snowmaking system, which …

Andrew Drummond is probably one of Mount Washington’s most frequent visitors. During the winter months, he’s very frequently skiing on the mountain, taking advantage of the gnarly backcountry and great …

The world of browser ski games that import real-life resorts continues to expand with a new addition, Bonvo. Included are more than 6,000 resorts with plenty of hotspots that North American skiers will recognize, like Palisades Tahoe, Killington, …

Austrian alpine ski racer Julia Scheib suffered a brutal crash during the first run of the women’s giant slalom at the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Opening in Sölden, Austria, …

November is right around the corner, which means so is the start of Colorado’s ski season, conditions permitting, of course. Quite a few of Colorado’s resorts have scheduled opening dates …

First out of the block in Canada are expected to be the resorts near Banff in Alberta. Provisional opening dates: November 6, 2026: Banff Sunshine Village and Lake Louise Ski …

This winter, Vail Resorts says it’s going all in on food, making its largest dining investment to date with improvements across 15 resorts.  According to a release, the company that …

Ski season hasn’t started at Utah’s Sundance Mountain Resort, but one of its chairlifts will be spinning tonight for an entirely different reason. The resort is bringing back its Halloween …

Arapahoe Basin has resumed snowmaking operations as colder weather returns to Colorado, but we still don’t know when the 2026-2027 ski season will begin. The A-Basin snowmaking crew fired up …

A solo rock climber was rescued from approximately 500 feet above the ground at Whitehorse Ledge in New Hampshire on Sunday morning after reaching a point where he was uncomfortable …

The start of winter out west has been a slow burn thus far, but meteorologist Chris Tomer is forecasting a “nice” storm that should dump snow from Mammoth to Arapahoe …

Ladies and gentlemen, skiers and snowboarders! The winter 26/27 ski season is unofficially underway. Ski Ward, a humble but beloved ski area about 40 miles outside of Boston, used its …

The weather in the Alps is set to be more settled this week with the freezing level up to 4,000m on Tuesday. The temperature will then fall but there is …

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If you’ve been looking for an excuse to visit a national park, Tuesday might be a good day to go. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at parks …

British alpine ski racer Freddy Carrick-Smith has made history at the opening men’s giant slalom of the 2026/27 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season, finishing 12th in Sölden, Austria, on …

Specialist Snowsport retailer Snow+Rock, a brand with Cotswold Outdoor Group, is celebrating raising over £50,000 for youth charity Snow Camp over the past 22 months. The funds will help 500 …

Meet Marie Rödin from Jämtland. She has lived here entire life and she has worked as a seamstress for Peak Performance for 30 years. Peak Performance, Åre, Sweden. Image © …

One of the biggest barriers to getting into skiing or snowboarding is the cost. Between lift tickets, rentals and lessons, trying the sport for the first time can be an …

Freddy, along with his brother Zak and Luca, are seen as the future of men’s alpine skiing for GB Snowsports. Judging by today’s performance it is not hard to see …

Sölden, Austria: It was long overdue and well-deserved. A performance proving that perseverance pays off. Competing in her 149th World Cup race, having achieved 10 career podiums, including six runner-up …

For the first time on record, researchers have documented a Canada lynx mother raising kittens inside Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota. New footage from the Voyageurs Wolf Project suggests that …

Skiers have strong opinions about what belongs on their hands for a day on the slopes, but a recent discussion among our Facebook followers suggests that the answer often depends …

Solden, Austria — The Audi FIS World Cup season started with a great set of results for the Americans. Yesterday, the Audi FIS World Cup season officially started in Solden, …

For many, the annual ski trip is a winter highlight, with time on the slopes at the heart of the experience. But for those seeking a more exclusive getaway, Europe …

Skiers of a certain age have played the classic Windows computer game ‘Ski Free’.  Moving your mouse side to side and clicking every once in a while to jump over …

Flying to a ski resort isn’t cheap, but three Wyoming ski areas are giving travelers a pretty good reason to book an early flight this winter. Visitors arriving at Jackson …

Shrewsbury, Massachusetts — They’ve done it again. Today, Ski Ward opened its beginner slope for skiing and riding. The plan is to operate the carpet lift, which gives access to …

Glacier National Park has confirmed its first cases of white-nose syndrome in bats, marking a concerning development for wildlife in Montana. The disease was detected in a deceased little brown …

Mountain Creek Ski Resort offers one of the most accessible skiing and snowboarding options for residents of New York City and northern New Jersey. However the resort’s convenient location comes …

Main image: © Made to Explore What makes a great ski town? Most of us picture a town framed by snow-covered peaks, with locally owned and run shops, cafes, accommodations, …

Since the beginning of time (or the invention of the patriarchy), men have been trying to design things for women without actually consulting women or considering that perhaps women are …

The Ski Club of Great Britain has announced awards and sponsorship for some of Team GB’s ski and snowboard stars, both recognising past achievements and future potential. Founded in 1903, …

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Got a trip to Jackson, Wyoming, on the books? Just considering one? A new deal makes the excursion a little sweeter for skiers. Three of the town’s local ski resorts—Jackson …

If you’ve been following Mali Noyes on Strava (or Instagram) and seen all the cool stuff she got up to last winter (mostly dropping boys in the booter), then we’ve …

Hermon, Maine — ‘Twas a busier summer than usual at Hermon Mountain. Fresh off an ownership change, the new group is aspiring to make it a happening place year-round. This …

Vermont — While it’s definitely under the radar, Middlebury Snowbowl has a lot going for it. Located in Northern Vermont, it sees a solid amount of snowfall each winter. With varied …

Just when it seemed like you couldn’t get any more bang for your buck out of Mount Bohemia’s $99 season pass, the Upper Peninsula ski area found a way to …

The Durango Police Department in Durango, Colorado, has temporarily closed a section of the Animas River to recreational boating and floating as flooding and hazardous water conditions create serious safety …

U.S. Ski & Snowboard raised nearly $3 million at its 60th annual Gold Medal Gala in New York City on Thursday, October 22nd, bringing together Olympic and Paralympic champions, former …

If you love seeing your backyard blanketed in snow but aren’t exactly the patient type, we may have found the product for you. Winter Wonderland Snowmakers builds compact residential snowmaking …

In California, winter is making its presence known. At one of the region’s best-known haunts, Mammoth Mountain, three to five inches of snow fell this week, providing a very welcome …

The 2026-27 Alpine skiing World Cup season officially gets underway tomorrow, October 24th, with the women’s giant slalom in Sölden, Austria. The men will follow on Sunday, October 25th, as …

The accident happened on the red No 3 slope as he was navigating a left hand turn. Following initial treatment by the ski patrol, he was transported by emergency medical …

Giant Geyser, one of Yellowstone National Park’s most spectacular geothermal features, appears to be entering another period of increased activity after years of relatively rare eruptions. According to the U.S. …

Another day, another new member added to the Armada squad. The latest entrant is Mila De Le Rue, an up-and-coming freerider who recently qualified for the 2027 Freeride World Tour.  …

Getting in shape for ski season doesn’t require an expensive home gym, but a few pieces of equipment can help skiers improve their strength, balance, and mobility. Alecia from WILDR …

Snowmaking officially began in Colorado last Thursday, October 15th, and snowmaking has continued since then, but you probably shouldn’t be getting your hopes up too high about skiing this weekend. …

There are now more ways to fly to Norway to enjoy all that the country has to offer in the winter. Crystal Ski is introducing a new charter flight from …

Premium Swedish skiwear brand Peak Performance are offering complimentary at-home ski servicing between November and February as part of their new ‘Get Alpine Ready’ mountain education platform built to give …

Mt. Ashland, Oregon, a small but mighty ski area near the California border needs help. Following a disastrous season that lasted a cumulative 17 days, the nonprofit ski area needs …