This winter, for the first time in 28 years, a unique and wonderfully old-fashioned ski competition returned to the slopes of Alta Ski Area, Utah. Called Powder 8s, the team …

Conservation Officers helped rescue two teenage hikers from the summit of New Hampshire’s Mt. Washington in “harsh conditions” on Saturday, April 18, 2026, according to the Fish and Game Department. …

We’ve seen viral videos of bears, deer, elk, moose, and other critters sprinting across ski slopes, but this is a first: wild horses. Román De la Iglesia Rodríguez whipped out …

The storm Californians have been bracing for has finally hit, and it should make for a couple of great days of skiing. Two of the only remaining open resorts in …

Sedona, Arizona is home to some of the most striking red rock formations in the American Southwest, but Snoopy Rock might be our favorite. Sitting on a bluff above the …

The parents of a five-year-old boy who fell off a chairlift at Blue Knob Ski Resort, Pennsylvania, are facing felony charges. Authorities charged the parents with one felony count each …

Niskeo, Japan, hosts Swatch Nines: a non-competitive freestyle event series focused on progression. This is a ‘for-riders, by-riders’ event that is meant to inspire creativity and media production as opposed …

On April 17th, a small group of horses that live in the Sierra Nevada range were seen around midday running across the trails Sierra Nevada resort. The horses were in …

France — Chaotic scenes from Courchevel Ski Resort in France where the slopes were temporarily taken over by the DerBike mass-start bike race which starts at the top of the …

You may not recognize professional stuntwoman Judit Sziva’s face in a crowd but you are likely familiar with her work as she has appeared in blockbuster movies like Dune: Part …

Park City, Utah — It’s becoming tougher and tougher to find free parking at ski resorts in Utah. One of the best options during prior years was the Cabriolet lot …

Rawdon, Quebec — They will be serving poutine deep into the night at Ski Montcalm next winter, as the Quebec ski resort is expanding into night operations. Last week, Ski …

Mt. Washington, New Hampshire — Tuckerman Ravine remains one of the most accessible yet extreme backcountry experiences on the planet for skiers and riders. We see a lot of big crashes …

A wallet discovered in Copper Mountain Village with illicit substances was turned over to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office after a good Samaritan brought it to deputies. While the wallet …

Every spring ski towns have a moment. The lifts slow down, the crowds disappear, and whole towns exhale. That’s shoulder season, and if you play it right, it’s the best …

Even though the air was thin on the sharp shoulder of the monstrous Mont Blanc, the highest point in western Europe, I could breathe easier. Something about standing in the …

The 18th edition of business strategist Laurent Vanat’s International Report on Snow & Mountain Tourism, which includes a global review of the prior (2024/25) season, was released on Tuesday, April …

While the season is already over at many of the West’s mountains, over in Nova Scotia, skiers can look forward to another weekend on the slopes at one of the …

Ever wanted to earn cash and ski your heart out? Killington, Vermont, has just the thing for you. On May 16, 2026, the ski resort is hosting The Superstar Showdown, …

Spring has arrived in Idaho and with it comes the annual surge of young wildlife appearing across the state’s forests, meadows, and waterways. Idaho Fish and Game is urging the …

Denver Water has announced plans to transfer water from Antero Reservoir to Cheesman Reservoir as part of a drought response effort driven by historically low snowpack levels across Colorado. The …

Yellowstone National Park offers 2.2 million acres of unbelievable natural wonders, presenting visitors with the opportunity to visit geothermal areas that contain around half the world’s active geysers, view geologic …

The Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club (JHSC) has partnered up with the Jackson Hole Community School to create a scholarship fund in honor of beloved skier, Max Martin. Born …

The 2Vi® Helmet Technology Platform built by Sweet Protection features a 2-Layer Mips Safety System, variable elasticity shell technology, and a complex geometry multi-density shock absorbing. Found in both their …

Winter hasn’t quite come to an end in the Sierras, yet. A major storm system is moving through the area this week and is expected to produce significant precipitation. The …

Provocative video by Colorado based content creator Outdoor Devin who tackles a hotly debated subject for hikers around the world: Who has the right of way on hiking trails, the …

After another successful season on the World Cup—and an Olympic gold medal in slalom—Mikaela Shiffrin is still in the saddle, preparing for next winter. In a recent social media post, …

Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia — After hosting a major event last weekend, a Nova Scotia ski resort isn’t interested in shutting down the lifts. Last weekend, Cape Smokey detailed that …

Drumheller, Alberta — There aren’t many ski areas in the Badlands of the U.S. and Canada, so it’s cool to learn about one that no longer exists. A few years …

Lillehammer at a Glance My recent return to the charming and picturesque Norwegian town of Lillehammer quickly evoked indelible memories from the 1994 Winter Olympics, two sun-drenched, but frigid, and …

On Monday, April 20th, New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers rescued a lost 56-year-old hiker from the Rocky Branch Trail in Bartlett, marking the 6th hiker from the Commonwealth …

Just four Utah ski resorts remain open as a season that will mostly be remembered for the wrong reasons winds down. Warm temperatures and little snow were the norm, causing many mountains to close earlier …

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The winter sun sank toward the frosted western skyline, painting streaks of pink and orange over the cold firmament as I slowly made my way through the maze at the …

Zone 2 training has earned its place in the endurance world with solid research and noticeable benefits. Many serious mountain athletes are logging their hours on foot at conversational pace, …

Bouldering, while generally one of the simplest forms of climbing, tends to see some of the most creative routes. If you don’t know, bouldering is a form of climbing that …

Under the glimmering ski shop lights, I eyed a bright blue model. They were one full size below what I normally wear. My misshapen feet, already haggard from decades of …

The previous record was 392m set in 2018/19 ahead of the Covid pandemic that closed resorts across the world the following year. The season marked the end of the first …

Mountain Rescue Aspen, a volunteer search and rescue team, evacuated two skiers in separate missions in Colorado’s backcountry over the weekend, one by helicopter. First, MRA worked alongside Flight for …

You’d be hard-pressed to find a better viewpoint for a solar light show than the mountains. The alpine panoramas, the lesser light pollution, and cool, thin air all make for …

The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Warnings for a broad swath of California’s Sierra Nevada and southern Cascades, set to take effect at 2am Tuesday and running through …

Parts of New England had a better winter ski and snowboard season than much of the West, especially in Vermont. But even still, all ski seasons most eventually come to …

Colorado — If you lost your ski coat or mitten at Keystone this winter and didn’t have the opportunity to check the lost and found bin, you can take consolation …

Alberta — The new All-Season Resorts Act has created many new possibilities for resorts in Alberta. We’ve seen the attempted revival of Fortress Mountain Resort and the possibility of a …

It seems that the driest winters always have the wettest springs. It’s like Ullr just happened to be running behind schedule and has been waiting until ski areas are closing …

Extreme cold, icy waters, towering glaciers, icebergs, winds howling at over 120mph and wild animals prowling the frozen shores, these are just a few of the challenges Alban Michon and …

Ski poles range from remarkably simple to remarkably complex, starting with the basic, $50 straight poles to the high-end adjustable length, lightweight backcountry poles designed for those engaging in massive …

If you’re a ski resort and your goal is to stay open into May, relying on more than what Mother Nature offers never hurts. That’s exactly what Jay Peak, Vermont, …

Wyoming is home to seven National Park Service units. That’s a pretty modest number when compared to states like Colorado (14), Arizona (21), Alaska (23), or California (28), but it …

The arrival of spring means ski season is winding down for many places, but for one Wyoming ski area, it’s just the start of the season. Beartooth Basin, which sits …

Newport Beach, California — Wild video shared by the Newport Beach Ocean Lifeguard Association NBOLA of a boater who was way too comfortable bobbing in the water close to shore …

Killington Resort is launching a new spring competition on May 16th set to find the most diehard skier or rider in the East. The Superstar Showdown Vert Competition, developed in …

The freezing level remains around the 2,000m mark, but that will rise later in the week as the temperatures are set to go up. Many resorts are now closed and …

A new year, a new record for Pennsylvania’s Camelback resort.  As of Monday, April 20, 2026, Camelback was 11 days past the mark for its longest season in history since …

Enfield, New Hampshire — In theory, it was a successful season for Whaleback, considering the circumstances. The ski area operated for most of its season without its chairlift but managed …

If you have already booked your ski holiday for next season and want to take advantage of a 10% saving on your airport-to-resort transfer then look no further. Alpine Fleet …

The best skiing will start in the Sierra and then shift east. A well-timed Tuesday-to-Wednesday (April 21-22, 2026) storm brings the strongest totals to Palisades Tahoe and Mammoth, with snow …

Captivating wildlife footage from Minnesota where a trail cam set up the Voyageurs Wolf Project was lucky enough to capture a lynx who decided to sit directly in front of …

Wyoming — While it was a below-average winter for the American West, there’s still one ski area that plans to spin its lifts starting next month. Last week, Beartooth Basin …

Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center and Loveland Ski Area are teaming up once again for the 25th Annual Corn Harvest, set for Saturday, April 25. View this post …

Bobcats are generally very wary of humans, posing little threat to public safety. Their wariness also means spotting them in the wild isn’t an incredibly common experience, primarily being active …

Typically, at World Cup races, a total of ​​€167,619 (£ 145,937)  s available and is divided between the top 30 skiers. The winner walks away with €54,709 (£ 47,632). The …

Having the ability to ski all the way home after a day on the mountain is a rare and incredibly opportunity. Even if you have to take a shuttle up …

In case you missed it, Natural Selection Ski Alaska 2026 just went down, and the second iteration of the event was undoubtedly a bit of a left turn from 2025, …

Most of Idaho’s ski resorts have a bit of quirky, local history. Sure, you’ve got major resorts like Sun Valley and well-known places like Schweitzer and Brundage, but even those …

If you’re a cyclist, whether you’re on road, gravel, dirt, or a mountain, you know the difficulty of dealing with clipless pedals (if you don’t know, clipless pedals are the …

Incredible cinematography out of the Verbier region of Switzerland as the last rays of sunlight marked the beginning of an epic descent by professional mountain biker Ludo May. Ludo calls …

News flash from south Lake Tahoe, California where Heavenly Ski Resort just announced they are reopening for a bonus weekend after a late season storm blew through the area: “Just …

Scientists now have strong evidence for one of geology’s longest-running debates about how exactly the Grand Canyon came to be. A collaborative study led by the U.S. Geological Survey suggests …

Home to world-class climbing, canyoneering, and mountain biking, Southern Utah is the summertime mecca for outdoor activities, with the season even extending into the fall. As I have begun to …

The season may be winding down, but that is no reason to stop thinking about next year. If you want to hit the slopes feeling balanced, strong, and ready for …

As the end of the competition window for Natural Selection approached, the competitors arrived at Spine Cell: a foreboding Alaskan face known for its steeps and standout ski movie segments. …

The Co-founder of the streaming service that changed a generation has announced his departure to focus on other business ventures, including the Utah ski resort he owns. As reported by …

More than 50,000 visitors attended the Electric Mountain Festival in Sölden from 13–18 April 2026, as the event once again transformed the ski area into a large‑scale electronic music venue. …

If you were like me and tried to renew your Ikon Pass at the last minute last night but were unsuccessful, I come bearing good news. Originally scheduled to end …

Despite Yosemite National Park having an estimated population of 300 to 500 black bears, bear spray is strictly prohibited within the park. This policy also applies to several other California …

We love a good comeback.  In an unexpected twist, Lake Tahoe’s Heavenly Mountain Resort is reopening this weekend on April 18 and April 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., …

GUEST AUTHOR: Tony Harrison OREM, Utah (April 15, 2026) — Paul Alden, one of the key behind-the-scenes architects of competitive snowboarding in North America, died on April 9, 2026. He …

Remember this cheeky reminder issued by the National Park Service the next time you have that irresistible urge to snap a few selfies with wildlife: “Ah, spring! Temperatures are warming, …

The Baldy Chutes at Alta Ski Area are a serious commitment, requiring a long hike from the Sugarloaf lift to the mountaintop and some serious skiing to get back down. …

Beachgoers in southern Australia got the surprise of a lifetime on November 1, 2024, when an emaciated Emperor penguin waddled ashore at Ocean Beach, a place where the species had …

North Americans have snowblades, Austrians have Firngleiter, or Figl.  Both tend to come out in the spring. In fact, firn translates to the old snow that hangs around during the …

Cowlitz County, Washington — The remains of a 33-year-old woman who went missing over a year ago were found by hikers in Kelso, Washington. On Jan. 3, 2025, The Cowlitz …

After a long and fairly prosperous ski season throughout the east, New York will officially see the end of the 2025/2026 ski season this upcoming weekend. Whiteface Mountain, the last …

California’s snowpack has dropped to just 10–20% of normal levels, a record low that California Fire Chief Joe Tyler says could accelerate wildfire conditions across the state well ahead of …

Have you worked as a ski instructor for Vail Resorts? You may be entitled to financial compensation. John LaConte of Vail Daily reports that a class action lawsuit against Vail …

After a long winter with what felt like more nights spent on planes, in hotels, and even a few in a tent near the border of Russia than in my …

Colorado’s been ground zero for the worst of the memorably warm Western ski season, but that isn’t stopping Copper Mountain from staying open for a few extra days. Originally, the …

The new data could help to further improve avalanche forecasting and an understanding of how and why avalanches occur. Weak layers in the snowpack are often the cause of slab …

California’s Homewood is bidding farewell to its iconic Madden Chair to make way for a new generation of lift. The Yan triple chair has served Homewood’s terrain since 1982, when …

The new snow is very welcome but it is too little, too late. However for those resorts still open it is better than nothing. In Utah Deer Valley closed three …

Alaska in often considered America’s last untamed wilderness, with over 90% of the state being made up of public land. Around 65% of the state is federally owned and managed, …

As of Friday, April 10, 2026, almost 2,000 former and current ski and snowboard instructors for Vail Resorts have taken collective action in a lawsuit against the resort company. Consent …

Would you pick up a random skier on the side of the road and pay for their lift ticket? Pro skier Alex Hackel, in his latest YouTube video, went undercover …

By the end of March, most skiers had given up on the 2025-26 season thanks to a record-smashing heat wave that baked snowpacks across the West. Numerous resorts shut down, …

Incredibly lucky moment caught on camera as a hiker in the Fanzengjian Mountains of China’s Anhui province had an uncontrolled fall down a slick mountainside arrested by a tree. 42-year-old …

As highly adaptable omnivores the grizzly bears of Yellowstone National Park have a diverse diet ranging from succulent grasses and dandelions to ants and spawning cutthroat trout but from March …

Spring has arrived in Grand Teton National Park, and that means bears are up, moving around, and actively looking for food. Snow on the trails is not a sign they …

North America — It’s no secret that the Western USA had a rough season due to a lack of natural snowfall. While snowmaking is one solution, more limited water supplies …

Lac La Belle, Michigan — Bohemia tends to be a busy place each summer, as they work on various projects each season to expand their terrain and grow their off-slope …

Bracknell, England — While England isn’t the snowiest place on the planet, it’s home to many passionate skiers and riders. This is partially thanks to the many outdoor synthetic slopes, …

The past week delivered snowy weather to California’s mountains, improving conditions at resorts and giving skiers a much-needed, perhaps final, taste of real winter. But the big storm wasn’t enough …

Tuesday was a violent one on Colorado’s Interstate 70, as a 70-vehicle pileup just east of the Eisenhower Tunnel sent at least 8 people to the hospital. Fortunately no fatalities …

Most people recognize Angel Falls as the tallest waterfall on Earth, plunging 979 meters, or around 3,212 feet, off a cliff face in southern Venezuela. But far less people know …

Happy last-day-to-“save”-on-your-Ikon-Pass to all who celebrate! Today, April 16, 2026, is the last day to purchase an Ikon Pass for the winter 26/27 ski season (next season) at the lowest …

While the ski season may be winding down you search for the best ski gear 2026, has not. Whether you are looking for all-mountain ski reviews, or building your own …

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Last week, the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame inducted eight athletes as the class of 2025. During a four-day celebration at Utah’s Snowbird Resort from April 8-11, 2026, …

Thursday 16th April The weather is remaining settled in much of the Alps. Here’s our latest video snow report from Steve Angus in Tignes/Val d’Isere.   View this post on …

It has been one of the best ends to a ski season in the Alps in recent years with fresh snow and generally a good covering at altitude. This weekend …

Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions, AVSS, uses a drone to fly an explosive up a mountain and then drops it onto the slope before it’s remotely detonated. Historically, a variety of …

Spring in the highlands often produce some of the best conditions as the ‘lambing storms’ often top up the snow for Easter, and this year has been no exception. Cairngorm …

Alta Ski Area, Utah, is making the most of a winter that didn’t pan out exactly as hoped. And the ski area’s doing it with a sense of humor. In …

Skiing, as most people know, isn’t the most lucrative sporting vocation.  While top stars tend to make a solid amount of cash, it usually pales in comparison to the earnings …

USA — After this disappointing winter, you may be thinking of planning a ski trip this summer or during the 2026-27 winter to make up for it. Unfortunately, global circumstances …

With the winter the West has had, it’s hardly a surprise that the Eastern U.S. is still faring better in ski conditions than the rest of the country. Although California …

The majority of parking at Snowbird, Utah, is available on a first-come, first-served basis, but if a skier wants to guarantee access on the busiest and deepest days of the …

Park City, Utah — Earlier this year, Vail Resorts was handed yet another lawsuit over the lifts at Park City Mountain Resort. A non-profit landlord that acquired the land in …

Anywhere that wild boars happen to live, there seems to be a wild board problem. That isn’t always 100% true, but wild boars are very good at causing issues. In …

Londonderry, Vermont — Magic Mountain had a very good 2025-26 season. Once an afterthought in the Vermont skiing scene, the independent Vermont ski resort has found its market of avid …

The ski season is coming to a close across North America, with ski resorts from the east coast to the west shutting down their lifts for the summer. Some might …

“Have you been victimized and lied to by a guy named Kyle?” If you were, goes a recent social media video from Arizona Snowbowl, you’re entitled to compensation. And by …

Washington State — The National Park Service has awarded the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers a construction contract to rebuild access along Company Creek Road following major flood damage to …

The Colorado Department of Transportation was forced to close Eastbound Interstate I-70 just west of the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel on Tuesday, thanks to a severe multi-vehicle crash occurred on the …

Even during a tough snow season, Sugar Bowl, California, managed to put on a show. Earlier this month, skiers and snowboarders gathered at the resort for the Silver Belt, a …

Vanderhoof, BC — Members of Canada’s Conservation Officer Service responded to a grizzly bear attack on a rural property in the Vanderhoof, British Columbia after receiving an alert about a …

BELLEVUE, Wash. — T-Mobile and the National Park Foundation announced the first-ever Do Not Disturb Season, a nationwide effort for folks to silence everyday distractions and spend more time connecting …

The North Face launched a new collection of outdoor gear earlier this week that’s particularly notable. The brand-new Universal Collection features camping gear and miscellaneous outdoor accessories created with a …

New York City, New York — Ding, ding ding…congratulation to U.S Olympic gold medalists Breezy Johnson and Kate Delson who had the honor of ringing the opening bell at the …

There were absolutely no preparations for the storm, or even an indication anything was in store. The storm had already gone full blast by the time we turned inland, lingering …

About a decade ago, one of my favorite ski partners and I rolled in from another day lapping powder and steeps in the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort backcountry, flush with …

Cooke City, Montana, is a long way from anything, and that’s just the way the locals like it. Tucked into the heart of the Beartooth Mountains right outside the Northeast …

I saw a sticker on the streets of Nelson, BC that said: “competition sucks the soul out of freeride skiing.” I was there for my 7th ski comp of the …

By most measures, Buffalo Pass in Colorado is not the pinnacle outdoor arena. While the area’s rugged and gritty mountain bike trails have a classic allure, they don’t quite hold …

Maine’s Acadia National Park is getting ready for what officials expect to be a busy 2026 summer season, and the National Park Service is urging visitors to plan ahead before …

As severe weather rolled in, two climbers were forced to shelter in a bivouac and sleeping bags as they awaited rescue for three days on the side of a mountain …

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort celebrated its 60th season this year, and although the conditions didn’t provide everything that was expected, it was still a season worth celebrating. With 345’’ of …

As if every skier with a GoPro wasn’t already calling themselves a content creator these days, the POV camera brand is launching a whole new line that’s even more geared …

On Monday morning, the “Chimney-sense” of Lake Tahoe ripper Ryan Faye started tingling.  After a long and often snowless season at Palisades Tahoe, California, winter showed up this past weekend, …

Danbury, New Hampshire — This past ski season was a major one for Ragged Mountain Resort. Last November, it was sold to a group of longtime skiers and riders of …

Boise, Idaho — If you’re looking for a ski home with great views, a former Olympian has a home that may suit your needs… If you have a lot of …

Mt. Washington, New Hampshire — Fresh off the premiere of a documentary that detailed the risks of skiing Tuckerman Ravine, someone decided to risk it all on the Headwall. Last …

As Idaho’s Silver Mountain wraps up its ski season, General Manager Jeff Colburn has taken steps to address a particularly tough day at the ski area this winter. According to …

There’s nothing like a good tumble. Skiers know that. So does the Freeride World Tour. After a season full of incredible lines and heartbreaking bails, the circuit is reflecting on …

BOULDER, Colo. — Interesting look into the Mechanical Engineering’s Granular Flow Laboratory at the University of Colorado Boulder where scientists are seeking to better understand the changing physics of avalanches. …

Early last month, search and rescue was notified of two skiers stranded in steep terrain above Cascade Pass, a backcountry area in Washington state, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office said …

With ski season winding down across much of the country, it is time to start thinking about what comes next. Hiking season is right around the corner, and Outdoor Adventure …

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is turning to the public for help mapping river otter populations statewide, launching a community science initiative called Otter Y.E.A.R. (Yearlong Engagement and Assessment of River …

Tyler Curle doesn’t boast much.  “I’ve never really considered myself a very gifted skier or very talented,” he said.  That sentiment, it seemed, contrasted with the end of the 28-year-old’s …

The 2025/2026 ski season has been more fruitful for New England than it has for much of the Rocky Mountains and the West Coast. But no matter how much snow …

In December of 2023, 99 articles ago for this series, I penned the first Tele Dribble, a column about free-heel skiing I named for a scene in the sentimental opus …

One of this season’s most anticipated events, Natural Selection Ski, will go live at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET/1 a.m. CET today, April 14, 2026. It’s the second outing of …

“I believe that we will have lift-served skiing through Memorial Day. This little mountain is nowhere done with ski season.” So ends one of many letters penned by the president …

Touching down in Kelowna with children and ski bags in tow, my family and I was about to find out how effortless and enjoyable a family ski holiday could really …

Much is made of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s legendary ski run Corbet’s Couloir, but there is another trail that even more challenging which goes almost unridden because entering it requires …

Three underage hikers from Massachusetts had to be rescued from Mount Monadnock in New Hampshire on the evening of April 10th after becoming stranded on the Red Spot Trail without …

Pond skimming is arguably the best spring skiing tradition, asking skiers and snowboarders to cruise across a body of water hopefully without falling into the icy liquid below. If you’re …

Aspen, Colorado — If you are thinking about taking a trip to Aspen next winter, Aspen has a new pass that could be appealing. Last week, Aspen Snowmass announced the …

The fourth edition of a freeskiing and music festival just wrapped up at French ski area La Clusaz, and it’s safe to say it looked wild. La Clusarcs, which started …

Skiing is my primary focus, but due to the nature of the sport, it’s pretty difficult to do all year-round. I have the same crisis every time the ski season …

I was introduced to the world of Facebook Marketplace by my brother and dad when I was still in high school. At the time, I thought the whole thing was …

This past weekend, Copper Mountain, Colorado, welcomed the GOAT to their slopes for an event that worked to empower the next generation of skiers. That’s right: on April 11, the …

Kellogg, Idaho — Silver Mountain’s 2025-26 season, which concluded yesterday, will probably be remembered for one day. For most of the season, they saw low snow totals, resulting in bare-bones …

Smithers, British Columbia — Hudson Bay Mountain Resort, which shouldn’t be confused with the defunct Canadian retailer or the Bay on the other side of the country, just concluded its …

Oregon — It’s been one of the worst (if not the worst) winters ever for Oregon. While they’ve seen some recent reprieves snow-wise, the state is down to just three operating …

The ski season is coming to a rapid end in California, a state that typically sees around 24 ski areas/resorts open every winter. This past weekend saw the end of …

Closing day? Guess again. Arizona Snowbowl ostensibly finished out the season last weekend, but thanks to a promising snow forecast that could see seven inches of flakes falling, the resort’s …

Historically, Mt. Hood‘s Timberline Lodge is one of, if not the last, ski area to close in the U.S. each year. The volcano’s Palmer Glacier often holds enough snow for …

Was it too little too late? Not quite!  What could’ve been a heartbreaker rain storm instead came in cold enough, blanketing California’s mountains with feet of the white stuff.  A …

Having missed the surprise storm that dumped more than a foot of snow on Palisades Tahoe, California, at the beginning of April, it’s safe to say that I was yearning …

Teton County, Wyoming — Father to many of the young cubs in Grand Teton National Park, Grizzly Bear 679, affectionately known as Bruno made his first appearance of the spring …

Fire management crews at Kings Canyon National Park will conduct a prescribed burn in the Cedar Grove area beginning April 16th, targeting approximately 92 acres on the valley floor in …

A hiker was rescued from the Buena Vista Trail in Montecito, California on Saturday after being bitten by a rattlesnake, the second such emergency on a Montecito hiking trail in …

Hiring skis was seamless from the moment I walked in to the Intersport shop at 148, Rue du Cocor in Val d’Isere. The staff were friendly, efficient, and clearly know …

Marathons are among the top ultimate physical challenges in the world, asking you to run an enormous 26.2 miles. They’re already more than hard enough but some people, like Mike …

The best snow shifts in stages this week. The Cascades and the Canadian Rockies get first crack Tuesday into Thursday, then the focus slides into Idaho and Montana late Thursday …

Clear Creek County in Colorado is warning visitors to keep parking restrictions in mind as they plan for springtime hiking, biking and climbing. This time of year more people begin …

Arizona — Amazing news out of the southwest where Arizona Snowbowl just announced two bonus days of operations thanks to up to 8 inches of snow in the forecast. “Up …

Meteorologist Chris Tomer is pointing toward what could potentially be a significant shift in global weather patterns. A super El Niño may be developing, and its effects on the United …

The Colorado Climate Center has said this winter was “the worst year for the Colorado snowpack in recorded history”. The state experienced more than seven days or more of temperatures …

A Texas man was sentenced to five days behind bars after he pleaded guilty to walking off the designated boardwalk in a thermal area in Yellowstone National Park. Eric Bedient, …

Government Camp, Oregon — While there will be summer skiing at Timberline this year, it’s going to be for a shorter timeframe than usual. This season depth’s compared to the …

For some of us, lingering over a long lunch when there are blue skies and more runs waiting to be thrashed is a colossal exercise in restraint. For others, the lunch is the highlight and bookings need to be …

Established in 1872 as the world’s first national park, Yellowstone National Park is renowned for its stunning geothermal features. A critical aspect for tourists to experience these features safely and …

Before you start getting any big ideas about jumping chairlifts at your local ski resort, know that this video was carefully orchestrated by Red Bull on a closed course under …

The most difficult, or most dangerous, ski run in North America will always be up to the individual rating, so it’s always interesting to see how people place them. Uncovering …

Spring skiing goes hand in hand with pond skimming, an amazing event that involves attempting to ski or snowboard across frigid pools of water for the entertainment of the crowd …

Washington State is far more complex than rain and tech companies. It contains the only temperate rainforest in the contiguous United States, a landscape scarred by ancient mega-floods, an accidental …

For almost every western state, it’s been a weird, frustrating ski season that’s rapidly approaching its last leg. Thanks to the heat, ski resorts from California to Colorado are closing …

Corbet’s Couloir at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming is one of the most well-known ski trails in the country. The famed couloir beckons expert skiers to leap between its …

A simple idea grew into a powerful show of solidarity on the slopes this weekend, as skiers and supporters gathered for a charity ski day in aid of Pink Ribbon …

When you think of Wisconsin thoughts of diehard Packers fans and delicious cheese curds likely enter your mind but there is a little town on the shores of Lake Michigan …

Mount Washington, New Hampshire — Tuckerman Ravine carries the nickname of The Proving Ground for good reason. It’s a bucket list item for skiers and riders due to its steepness …

If you’re looking for a pretty wild volunteer opportunity this summer, look no further than Rocky Mountain National Park. The Colorado park is looking to fill two volunteer slots, one …

As spring continues to rage on, skiers and snowboarders across the East Coast will continue to make their way to Mount Washington in order to ski the legendary Tuckerman Ravine. …

Hawaii conjures images of warm beaches and tropical weather, with year-round temperatures averaging around 73 degrees Fahrenheit. It is the last place most people would expect to find evidence of …

New Hampshire — Scary footage out of New Hampshire where multiple skiers where very nearly hit by an avalanche in Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington. The incident happened at 12:28pm …

With around 20 operating ski areas, Maine is among the top eastern states for skiers and snowboarders despite the often bitterly cold weather at many of the mountains. Plenty of …

Utah’s window for lift-served powder days runs from late Sunday night through Tuesday afternoon (April 12-14, 2026), and the upper Cottonwoods are the clear winners. Snow starts relatively warm and …

He was snowboarding with two other men when the avalanche struck. Two of them were caught in the slide. One was only partially buried with his head above the snow. …

Ever since the Natural Selection Tour came to skiing, it’s been shrouded in pre-event secrecy.  The eagerly anticipated freeride competition is filmed, completed, and then later released as “live” afterward. …

A remote Canadian ski resort is scolding skiers and riders on Instagram about modifying takeoffs in the terrain park. Hudson Bay Mountain, a remote ski area near Smithers, British Columbia, …

A relatively weak trough of low pressure moved into north-central California on Friday, April 10, bringing light, scattered weather to the region. However, a much stronger winter storm is close …

Zeb Powell is easily among the best active snowboarders out there today. Some would argue that he’s the most creative active snowboarder, and some might even claim that he is …

Hell’s Revenge in Moab, Utah, is categorized by the Bureau of Land Management as an extremely difficult 4×4 route, stretching approximately 6.5 miles in length and taking about 4-6 hours …

Despite suffering a complex tibia fracture complicated by compartment syndrome during a crash at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy which could have led to leg amputation if not for …

Yellowstone National Park features over 15 miles of boardwalks designed to allow visitors access to the park’s hydrothermal areas safely while protecting the delicate environment underneath. These carefully constructed walkways are …

Canmore, Alberta — The All-Season Resorts Act has brought a lot of promise to a few ski resorts in Alberta. Intended to speed up projects at ski resorts, we’ve seen …

International Federation of Mountain Guides Association (IFMGA) certified alpinist and paraglide pilot Tobias Holzknecht didn’t have to try very hard to demonstrate that spring avalanches are very much in season …

Tuckerman Ravine, located on the southeast face of Mount Washington in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, has been proving ground for east coast skiers since the 1930s when it …

It’s a sign of the times. The eagerly anticipated pond skim at Mammoth Mountain, California, won’t happen this season because of “current conditions,” according to the ski resort’s website.  By …

Newry, Maine — Sunday River guests have not been happy with the ski resort’s spring operations strategy. The Maine ski resort, typically known for its quality spring skiing, has faced …

Skiers in Tuckerman Ravine on New Hampshire’s Mount Washington recently got a heads-up that even though it’s spring, you still need to be thinking about avalanches.  A video shared by …

Jackson, New Hampshire — It looks like ski season at Black Mountain isn’t stopping anytime soon. In a blog post yesterday, Black Mountain General Manager Erik Mogensen detailed their plans …

The National Park Service issued a hilarious PSA about the the danger of squirrels that reside in our nation’s protected lands. While squirrels are mostly harmless, the National Park Service provided …

The ski lift whiteboard is one of skiing’s most under-appreciated traditions. While a chairlift whiteboard is usually filled with pertinent information such as trail closures, weather forecasts, and safety information, …

In February, 18.09 million overnight stays were reported, an increase of 5.1% compared to the previous year. In the first four months of the 2025/26 winter season, from November to …

Colorado has one worthwhile short-term powder window. Saturday, April 11, 2026, brings only spotty mountain showers, warm snow levels, and gusty convective winds, so the payoff stays limited. The cleaner …

It is reported that he found himself in dangerous rocky terrain in the Austrian resort and was unable to go back or continue. He called the emergency services on his …

The planned closure of Switzerland’s Crans-Montana ski resort this month prompted frustration and led some skiers to file a petition addressing the mountain’s new owners, the American conglomerate Vail Resorts, …

Strengthening the growth in late-season skiing, snowfall this winter has created standout April conditions, which seems to be tempting last minute skiers despite concerns about the wider economy, according to …

He co-founded the resort with James McIntosh, Jim Petrie, and Ronald Winram. He was a central figure at the resort as Managing Director from the first day, through to becoming …

Switzerland does family ski holidays with a quiet, almost infuriating competence. You notice it first in the joins: trains that actually connect, lifts that make sense, villages where you can …

Amid a challenging Colorado ski season, Loveland Ski Area is planning to close days earlier than usual, welcoming the last skiers and snowboarders of the season on April 26, 2026, …

Martigny below Verbier in Switzerland is aiming to build on the world record it set a year ago for the biggest ever raclette. In this instance we are not talking …

Back on Wednesday, April 1st, State Troopers in New Jersey from Troop “B” Perryville Station responded to a more unusual call. They were called to I-78 East at milepost 12.2 …

When the sun comes out on the slopes, so do the personalities. Shorts, tutus, and butterfly wings are all classic outfits that can be seen on a sunny spring day. …

Two white-tailed deer have tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease at Catoctin Mountain Park in Maryland, marking the first confirmed CWD detection in the park’s history. The positive tests came …

After a consistently challenging ski season for resorts across the West, another domino has fallen. John Merriman, the president and general manager of Mount Bachelor, Oregon, recently announced that the …

Around 1,900 ski boots made by HEAD have been recalled in the U.S. and Canada because they pose “a risk of serious injury from a fall” because of fluorescent yellow …

Seven Devils, North Carolina — What was once known as a popular North Carolina ski resort has been sold to a new owner who specializes in adventure recreation. The High …

Wausau, Wisconsin — Who says that the Midwest doesn’t have steeps? While the region doesn’t have the biggest vert, there are some quality places for steep skiing, such as Mount …

This season’s Swatch Nines event at Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu, Japan, has only been underway for a few days, and never-been-done-before tricks are already going down. The latest comes courtesy …

Californians, did you hear the news? It’s going to snow this weekend! Our friends at Powderchasers are forecasting 2-3 feet of snow at places like Kirkwood, Palisades Tahoe, and Mammoth …

It’s easy to group all types of machinery that allow for uphill travel at ski resorts as chairlifts but in fact there are a wide variety of different methods of …

Head Ski Boots is conducting a voluntary recall on around 1,900 ski boots (years 2015-2022) due to fluorescent yellow materials of the boot shell and sole inserts that can deteriorate …

Born and raised just outside of Estes Park, Colorado, Erin Huck grew up exploring all the adventurous sports her beautiful and rugged state had to offer. Eventually Erin settled on …

The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Watches across a wide swath of the Sierra Nevada, with heavy snow expected to impact the range from Friday evening through Sunday …

If you’re going to shred Corbet’s Couloir, you’d better do it with gear that’s in a good condition. The last thing you want is for your skis to blow apart …

California will get a real reset in the Sierra this weekend. Snow starts Friday evening with a warmer, denser first wave, then deepens Saturday night into Sunday as snow levels …

The line seemed infinite, stretching past buildings, storefronts, and parked cars. Somewhere, near its front, stood a chairlift that all of us skiers desperately wanted to ride, although I couldn’t …

When you think of extreme ski resorts in the United States, you might think of Jackson Hole, Palisades Tahoe, Big Sky, or elsewhere. You might not think of Colorado’s Silverton …

Grand Teton National Park officials have announced a 196-acre prescribed fire near Mormon Row, with ignition possible as early as April 9th, pending favorable conditions. The burn area sits east …

Trygve Berge, a member of the Colorado Snowsports Museum Hall of Fame and co-founder of Breckenridge Ski Resort, Colorado, died on April 2, 2026, after a “brief illness,” an obituary …

New York — Start spreading the news, because ski season is nearing its end in New York. The Empire State had a successful winter with cold weather and a decent …

Tannersville, Pennsylvania — We’ve seen several ski resorts in North America make snow this month. This includes some unsurprising places (like Black Mountain and Jay Peak) and more surprising spots …

Yosemite Valley, California — Heads up to all outdoor lovers, the falls are flowing in Yosemite Valley! Yosemite National Park is world renown for seemingly endless supply of stunning waterfalls …

Vail Mountain, Colorado, has named Shaydar Edelmann, a snow industry veteran with more than two decades of experience, as its vice president and chief operating officer. Edelmann comes from another …

Snowmaking? In April? In Pennsylvania? Sure, why not? Camelback Resort, the state’s last-standing ski resort, is still putting its snow guns to work. This week, thanks to cold weather, the …

We’ve said it countless times over the last few months: the American West’s ski season was a bit of a disappointment. Snowfall was well below average, temperatures soared, and many …

Like other ski hotspots throughout the West, Lake Tahoe has dealt with a shoddy hand this season. The March heat dome capped off a warm, often wet winter, slowing or …

So, you’re interested in spring skiing? Who can blame you? Spring is one of the best times to get outside and slide on snow, but the season’s fluctuating temperatures and …

BOULDER, Colorado – Mammut, the 160‑year‑old Swiss mountain sports brand, has been named the exclusive uniform partner of the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority). The three-year …

VERMONT — Killington’s Snowdon Triple Chairlift took its last spin on Saturday, March 21st after serving as a workhorse for the Vermont ski resort since 1973. Now that the ski …

While many ski areas across the country have already wrapped up their winter 2025/2026 operations, there are still quite a few with a good chunk of snow and plenty of …

Whitefish, Montana — The Western U.S. ski season saw well-below-average snowfall, and Whitefish was no exception to that. Whitefish saw only 207 inches, below their nearly 300-inch average. Despite that, …

A guest-versus-guest dispute at Keystone Resort in Summit County, Colorado escalated into a physical assault on a lift operator before the suspect vanished into the woods, according to the Summit …

Spring skiing USA style isn’t about squeezing in one last run. It’s about knowing when to call it a day and head for the lot. Right now, across the U.S., …

There have been a lot of epic pond skims in the history of the event, whether it’s ski patrollers pulling toboggans, skiers crossing in absurdly large costumes, or some other …

POWELL COUNTY, Ky — Interesting backcountry rescue story out of Kentucky where a lost hiker was brought to safety by a search and rescue using a simple locator link sent …

After returning to ski racing at the women’s team combined event at Milano Cortina 2026, her first competition since tearing both her ACL and MCL in January 2024, Slovakian Olympic …

I like a bit of stand-up comedy. But I’ve only been to a handful of live gigs over the years. And never, ever, have I experienced anything quite like the …

Last week, alongside a crew of hardworking testers, POWDER shacked up in Grand Targhee, Wyoming. For five days straight, we skied, bullsh*tted, and dissected next season’s gear.  While the detailed …

Switzerland — A growing crack on a mountainside in Switzerland is raising red flags after rapidly widening in recent months, signaling the potential for a dangerous landslide above a populated …

Anyone who thinks a gay ski week is all about drag queens and jock straps, well, it kind of is, at least upon first glance at Elevation’s Aprés at 10K …

Breckenridge, Colorado — An important figure in Colorado’s ski history has passed away. Summit Daily reported yesterday that Trygve Berge passed away. The Norwegian was critical to the creation and …

Bozeman, Montana — It was a season to forget in many regards for Bridger Bowl. It concluded its season on March 22nd, which is weeks earlier than usual. Yesterday, Bridger …

As of today, April 7, 2026, Jay Peak, Vermont, has marched past the 400-inch mark for seasonal snow. The milestone puts the ski resort a few feet ahead of its …

Tuesday 7th April: The warm conditions continue in the Alps with Spring conditions across the ski resorts that remain open. High pressure is sitting over the Alps with the freezing …

American ski racing legend Lindsey Vonn just did her first television interview since suffering a complex tibia fracture in her left leg at the Milan-Cortina Olympics. The five-time Olympian sat …

The Freeride World Tour has wrapped up for the 2026 season, but hopeful skiers are already thinking about the circuit’s upcoming season, particularly those who punched their 2027 tickets. Among …

I love skiing more than most things. I’ve made a lot of major life decisions surrounding my ability to go skiing, but I recently came to the realization that skiing …

In Le Sauze, France the 2026 Freeride World Tour Challenger for Region 1 came to a close as the top riders secured their spots for the 2027 FWT. These athletes …

Yellowstone National Park is a wild and awe-inspiring place, home to boiling hot springs, rugged landscapes and a wide array of wildlife from harmless vermin all the way up to …

Last Thursday, April 2nd, Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado was alerted to a report of two campers allegedly being stalked by a mountain lion at St. Mary’s Glacier. …

Researchers from the University of Wyoming have found a way to peer beneath Yellowstone’s famous hot springs without drilling a single hole, using a geophysical technique that sends electrical signals …

This ski season has been quite a bummer for mountains in the west, with many states and ski resorts far below their snowfall and snowpack averages. Much of the east …

By now, skiers are well aware that, for much of the West, this season fell far short of expectations. Ski resorts are closing early, the weather’s been too warm, and …

Don’t put away the powder skis quite yet, California, a storm is brewing. The National Weather Service’s (NWS) Sacramento office is tracking a Spring storm that is expected to hit …

At this point of the year, the ski season has come to an end for a significant number of skiers and snowboarders, whether by choice or by force thanks to …

What month is it? May? June? Nope. But given how this ski season has shaken out in many places, it feels like it. Across the West, record heat has battered …

Parking in the underground garage at the base of the ski area, my dirty 2011 Subaru Impreza’s clock reads 4:45 a.m. I’m bleary-eyed but something resembling prepared. My skis come …

There are a whole load of killer YouTube livestreams out there, from live condition reports at our favorite ski areas to street cams of some of the world’s largest cities. …

The current late season conditions in Tignes are some of the best in recent years after fresh snow over the last couple of weeks. They topped up what has already …

A 35-year-old man was buried by an avalanche on a slope near Lauterbrunnen in Switzerland on Good Friday. The avalanche occurred on the Schwarzbirg in Isenfluh. Two people were on …

Swatch Nines, the hallucinatory and boundary-pushing snow sports freestyle gathering, has landed in Tokyu Grand HIRAFU, Niseko, Japan. It’s the first time the event has come to Asia. But moving …

Mountain biking has exploded in popularity at ski resorts, especially with mountains offering lift-served biking to cover year-round services, forcing the National Ski Patrol to adapt in order to meet …

Michigan — While ski season is winding down for most ski resorts in the Midwest, two ski resorts in the region are far from finished. Thanks to natural snowfall on …

Bend, Oregon — Mt. Bachelor is heading into the hotel business. The Bulletin reports that Mt. Bachelor has acquired the lease for the LOGE Bend hotel. It will be renamed …

Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah — One of the first chairlifts installed at Snowbird has closed for good. On Sunday, Snowbird officially retired the Chickadee chairlift. Installed in 1972, the Thiokol …

Park City, Utah — It was a winter to forget for Park City Mountain Resort, which officially concluded its ski season yesterday. However, it’s looking like this summer will be …

Hawaii — Incredible Easter Day footage from the waters off of the North Shore of Oahu where local waterman Eric Sterman was filming a routine downwind foil-boarding run when he …

Nebelhorn Ski Area at Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal is part of the largest interconnected ski area in Germany. In terms of piste options, Nebelhorn isn’t the largest in the grouping, but if you’re looking …

Kirkwood Mountain Resort and Heavenly, two Lake Tahoe area ski resorts owned by Vail Resorts, are working together to offer a free public shuttle from Heavenly and South Lake Tahoe …

There comes a time in most skiers’ lives when they start thinking about Alaska.  The peaks, the classic ski movie segments, the helicopter bumps—if you’ve ingested ski media over the …

Picture this: You’re riding a chairlift on a bright and warm spring day. From a distance, you spot a deep track carved into the snow that winds, wiggles, and slithers …

As the snow sadly melts and the ski season wanes, many of us menfolk break out our bikes to keep fit in the off season. While low-impact, aerobic exercise is …

Lee Canyon, the ski area just outside Las Vegas, Nevada, plans to debut a new chairlift and five trails next winter. The area, called “West Bowl,” includes terrain with “mixed …

Vail Resorts, the ski resort mega-corporation that sells the Epic Pass, is being celebrated in South Lake Tahoe, California, this morning. In the South Lake area, Epic Pass holders get …

“We had originally edited this to be my AK segment for TGR’s Pressure Drop movie,” writes professional freeskier Parkin Costain in the caption of his new YouTube ski edit titled …

A number of ski holiday companies are reporting that the impact of major world events have boosted late season ski holiday sales, alongside some of the heaviest snowfalls of the …

It’s the brainchild of British skier Simon Perry – author of the Tignes and Val d’Isère off-piste guidebooks. The Best Off-Piste Guidebook Ever? The ‘Ultimate’ Guide to Off-Piste Routes in …

For decades, a few mountains around the world have resisted every attempt made against them. Not for lack of interest, but because of brutal terrain, political restrictions, and conditions. This …

Jasper, Alberta — While the 2024 Jasper wildfire barely spared Marmot Basin from catastrophe, that doesn’t mean that it hasn’t been impacted. What a photo, of @MarmotBasin near #Jasper, posted today …

The Colorado ski season is coming to an end much faster than previous years. Ski resorts throughout the state are shutting down operations early thanks to warm weather and a …

Although Yellowstone National Park spans a vast 2.2 million acres, it seems tourists always find a way to crowd the local wildlife. Visiting Yellowstone offers unparalleled opportunities to observe wildlife …

These snowboarders had themselves a pretty intense situation after a crevasse seemed to open up directly under them with little warning. Crevasse rescue skills are necessary to know and understand …

The Western winter, if it were a boxer, is on the ropes. Consistent stretches of low snow, plenty of rain, and the “heat dome” that arrived in March worked together, …

Powder Mountain, the once-sleepy ski area north of Salt Lake City, Utah, has become one of the most-talked-about resorts due to a relatively new and controversial semi-private model launched by …

A new Instagram video has been posted by Meghan Markle of Prince Harry skiing with his son, Prince Archie, aged six. The short clip shows the Duke of Sussex guiding …

The report examines snowpack conditions, the route taken by the party, an account of the companion rescue, and a set of observations about group travel decisions that investigators say contributed …

Pagosa Springs, Colorado — While it was a below-average winter for Wolf Creek, the Colorado ski area is ending the season on a high note. Wolf Creek Ski Area has …

Wild footage out of Norway where professional skier Benjamin Forthun hit 65mph on his skis before hydroplaning an incredible 367 feet across a glacial lake: “After way too many soaked …

Alaska — Wild video from Robe Lake area near Valdez, Alaska where resident Justin Prax witnessed his bear-proof trashcan working to perfection. Prax heard a commotion outside his home and …

The Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) is set to host its Adventure Film Program (AFP) next weekend, running from April 10th-12th, at Grace Commons Church (1820 15th St., Boulder). This …

LINCOLN, New Hampshire – Beginning this upcoming Monday, April 6th, Loon Mountain Resort in New Hampshire is offering massive discounts on lift tickets to guests with a valid 2025/2026 season …

Every year when the spring rolls in, skiers across the East head to Mt. Washington for one of the biggest end-of-season traditions in the sport. Tuckerman Ravine is a party …

The Alpe d’Huez is home to one of Europe’s longest black runs is on the mountain, taking skiers and snowboarders almost 10 miles from the Pic Blanc at 10925 feet …

If you’re a Brit and were watching the final at the Milan-Cortina Games in February, it’s likely to remain etched in your mind. Huw Nightingale finishing a close second in …

From record-breaking performances to emotional comebacks, the 2025/26 season delivered unforgettable moments. The US skier Mikaela Shiffrin produced one of the most dominant slalom seasons ever seen. With 9 wins …

Meteorologist Chris Tomer is tracking two distinct storm systems that could bring meaningful snowfall to western ski resorts over the next two weeks, offering some hope after one of the …

On Wednesday, April 1st, several hikers wound up caught by flash flooding near Utah’s Goblin Valley State Park. According to the park, the incident occurred in Little Wildhorse Canyon, just …

With the Easter holiday on Sunday, we were reminded of this viral clip of a mountain hare who made a dashing escape through a avalanche triggered by a snowboarder on …

UTAH — A dismal Utah ski season just got an early April reprieve with a much needed snowstorm and folks in the Beehive State are shredding cold powder today. 7 …

Despite getting a bit of snow and the mountain operations team doing everything they could to move it around and patch runs together, Heavenly Ski Resort in South Lake Tahoe, …

Denver, Colorado — If you’re looking to make a British Columbia ski trip next winter, Ikon has added another destination to its growing network. Yesterday, the Ikon Pass announced it …

Vermont — While it was a successful season at Pico thanks to various upgrades, its oldest lift appears to be heading towards retirement. Yesterday, Pico Mountain announced that the Outpost …

Colorado — There’s any number of ways an interaction can go between ski patrol and a guests who is perceived to be skiing recklessly and we really appreciate the way …

Estes Park, Colorado — Elk calves are arriving soon and the mothers can be very protective so remember to keep your distance or you might end up like this unfortunate …

Tough break for American ski racer Mikaela Shiffrin who unfortunately somehow cracked her World Cup Crystal Globe trophy in half. Some questioned if the picture she posted was an April …

Every year when April 1st rolls around, ski resorts around the world share some pretty killer April Fools’ Day jokes, whether it’s 150-year-old hot dogs, non-existent glaciers splitting in half, …

Montana — Meghan Markle shared a video of Prince Archie following in his father, Prince Harry, down the slopes of the Yellowstone Club west of Big Sky, Montana and its racked up 1.9 million …

Avalanche danger has risen to CONSIDERABLE (3 of 5) for sections of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, with new snow impacting the conditions throughout the region. According to the Colorado Avalanche Information …

Yellowstone National Park has entered the final phase of its $118 million Northeast Entrance project, dismantling the 65-year-old Yellowstone River Bridge now that its replacement is complete. “If you’ve been …

The National Park Service is urging visitors to Great Smoky Mountains National Park to plan carefully, prepare for rapidly changing conditions, and honestly assess their personal limits before heading into …

As of earlier this week, Eldora Mountain in Colorado had a closing date set for April 19th. That’s since changed, with the warm weather wreaking havoc on the ski area’s …

When it comes to competitive skiing, most think of alpine ski race disciplines like downhill and slalom. Ski racing has always drawn the most eyes of any discipline in the sport, …

“Nobody tells you this when you book a half-term chalet in February. We’re telling you now,” says SkiWorld’s Robert Dixon, as he explains why he believes mid-April is the week …

Are you already thinking about next ski season? Well, the Ikon Pass is, too. The popular ski pass sold by Alterra Mountain Company announced that SilverStar Mountain, a popular resort …

Always dreamed of learning to ski but never had the chance? Crystal Ski Holidays, the UK’s largest ski tour operator, has launched its latest ‘Slope Starters’ packages for next winter season. These …

Wyoming isn’t a state known to have a ton of ski resorts, but it does have some of the best. Whether it’s Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Grand Targhee, Snow King, …

Mikaela Shiffrin’s podcast, What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin, has had quite a few notable guests since it began, from fiancé and fellow ski racer Aleksander Kilde to Olympic gymnastics …

Olympic Valley, CA — We would like to join GoPro in saluting Carson Schmidt and Erik Masuda who didn’t hesitate when the saw a skier in a dire situation between …

Deep in the Mojave Desert, tucked within Death Valley National Park, lies a geological oddity called Devils Hole, a water-filled fault opening that descends beyond 436 feet with no known …

Washington — Crystal Mountain Resort has a new leader. Last week, Crystal Mountain Resort announced that Linnea Hansen is the new President & COO of the ski resort. She has …

Peak Performance has renewed its long‑standing partnership with the Freeride World Tour (FWT), extending its role as Official Presenting Partner through 2031 following a dramatic season finale on the Bec …

Las Vegas, Nevada — One of the bigger ski resort terrain expansions of the 2026-27 season will be happening in an unexpected place: Las Vegas. Yesterday, Lee Canyon officially announced …

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has finalized an agreement to permanently protect 100 acres of land adjacent to Devil’s Lake State Park, expanding one of the Midwest’s most visited …

EDEN, Utah – Big news for Utah skiers and snowboarders, as Powder Mountain is introducing a series of new programs and benefits to expand accessibility for families on the mountain. …

More sad news for Pitkin County skiers and snowboarders, as Snowmass has announced their closing day for this Sunday, April 5th. This is now the third Aspen Snowmass mountain to …

Several guides and rescue operators on Mount Everest have been arrested and accused of drugging foreign climbers to force expensive aerial evacuations, part of a $20 million insurance fraud scheme …

This ski season has been a rough one, with many resorts across the western United States planning to shut down early or having already wrapped things up. In response, Mammoth …

Bend, Ore. — A coordinated rescue involving an Oregon Army National Guard HH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and 22 volunteers from the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue evacuated an …

Imagine this. You’ve learned to ski or snowboard at one of the UK’s dry or indoor slopes. You’ve got just good enough to do one or two novice competitions there. …

The ski season may have ground to an early halt at some Western mountains, but on Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, the chairlifts will keep spinning until May. Mount Bohemia—an off-the-beaten-path resort …

Drivers navigating I-70 near Floyd Hill should expect ongoing disruptions through the end of this week as construction crews shift into a new stage of the project focused on building …

In the latest incident a 41-year old Italian skier, Federico Giubilato, died in Marchkopf in Austria last weekend. His skiing friend dug himself out as they were skiing off piste …

Audience members anxiously watched the last tour stop of the 2026 season as every title was still up for grabs. The Freeride World Tour Xtreme Verbier Pro turned out to …

In what you probably think is an April Fool’s joke, but actually is real, there’s a new ski boot that claims it could change the industry. Last week, zUFO SkiBoots …

Jackson, New Hampshire — If you told me five years ago that Black Mountain would have one of New Hampshire’s best snowmaking networks in 2026, I would have thought you …

Cheers to the folks at Cardona Alpine Resort who boldly signed off on this oddball marketing campaign that gives voice to the beleaguered knees of skiers to express the immensity …

Norfolk Snowsports Club has begun a significant upgrade of its nursery slope as part of a wider spring–summer maintenance programme, installing a new Proslope dry slope surface designed to transform …

A major ski industry season pass company announced Tuesday that it will offer full refunds to passholders after what many skiers are calling an all-time brutal winter. According to a …

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A week after a hiker was airlifted from a remote waterfall without her dog, a determined group of strangers helped bring the two back together. The …

It’s been a tough season for the Western United States, and while Utah’s had it a bit better than some, several of the state’s ski areas have had a hard …

The U.S. Geological Survey has released a new machine learning tool capable of predicting streamflow drought conditions up to 13 weeks in advance, offering water managers, farmers, and recreation operators …

Aspen, Colorado — Thrilling scene from the slopes of Aspen Mountain where retired alpine ski racer Julia Mancuso was challenged by halfpipe skier Alex Ferreira to a grudge match race …

Colorado will see two distinct rounds of snow this week. The first wave arrives Tuesday evening and peaks Wednesday (March 31-April 1, 2026), with the San Juans and central mountains …

Some are British others are from Canada, France and Belgium. Five teachers have been taken ill. There are 409 children and 30 accompanying adults staying at the hotel over the …

When I first began writing about skiing, I interviewed a little-known but influential figure who, years prior, had helmed a seminal magazine. Now a part-time electrician, he had become something …

Clayton Cash hopped off the Aerial Tram, got a waffle at Corbet’s Cabin, and looked on as people slid into Corbet’s Couloir, the famed chute with a wickedly steep entrance …

There’s some close relationship between April Fools’ Day and skiing.  It could be that the day falls, of course, at the very end of the season so most people are …

Grand Canyon National Park — Beginning April 1st, Grand Canyon National Park will implement Stage 3 Water Restrictions due to a break in the water pipeline along the North Kaibab …

Bear spray is an absolute necessity when traveling in bear country. It is the safest, easiest and most effective way to deter bears, protecting people from serious injury or death …

A Colorado Parks and Wildlife ranger was assaulted Sunday afternoon inside St. Vrain State Park after attempting to stop a suspected impaired driver, according to CPW officials. The incident triggered …

April may mark the end of the ski season for most resorts in the northern hemisphere, but it’s also a month of relaxed, sunny days on the slopes, the best …

The 260m tower in the Swiss resort has drawn both support and opposition from locals and architecture experts. Some are questioning whether such a large tower belongs in a village …

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While Indy is (likely) losing a few notable names from the Midwest, they’ve gained some new ones in the region. Today, Indy Pass announced 10 new partners for the 2026-27 …

Massachusetts — The Merrimack Valley used to be home to various ski areas. As of 2025, only two remain open: Ski Bradford and Nashoba Valley. The others have been lost …

People who signed up on the waitlist will have their final opportunity to purchase before all remaining inventory is released on Friday, April 3rd. Each season, Indy Pass caps the …

Meet the testers: James Kisia Tashie Alex Marie They are a mixture of ski instructors, ski writers, recreational skiers, ski tourers and of course we have a Canadian in the …

FRANCONIA, N.H. — A snowboarder was seriously injured yesterday after crashing into a tree in an out-of-bounds area at Cannon Mountain Ski Resort. New Hampshire Fish and Game conservation officers …

Idaho Fish and Game has completed the first year of a relocation project aimed at bolstering fisher populations in the northern part of the state, moving the weasel-family carnivores from …

Beaupré, Québec — After years of having the items in the cart, Mont-Sainte-Anne finally put in its shipping address and pressed purchase. Yesterday, Mont-Sainte-Anne announced it has ordered three lifts, …

Vermont — A wild black bear and a domestic dog struck up an unlikely friendship and the entire encounter was captured on a home security camera. Vermont resident and mother …

Tannersville, Pennsylvania — After a cold winter, the Pennsylvania ski season is practically over, as nearly every ski resort has shut down operations due to recent warm temperatures. Except for …

Here’s How to Make It Easy for All Ages Planning a family ski holiday can feel like a leap into the unknown. Exciting, yes, but full of moving parts. Different …

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The emergency services were alerted to the disappearance at around 2.15pm last Saturday and patrols were sent out in the Bécoin area of La Plagne. A passing off piste skier …

Packing light for an overnight or multi-day backcountry skiing mission is tough ask. Turns out, there’s a ton you need to carry. There are all your normal ski touring accoutrements, …

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Surveying the current free-heel gear landscape,one …

A 63-year-old man was caught by an avalanche in Alaska’s Chugach Mountains near Lake George while heli-skiing and died at an Anchorage area hospital on Friday, Alaska State Troopers said …

This cycle has a clean handoff. Utah opens first Tuesday night (March 31) into Wednesday (April 1) with a warm, dense storm that favors the Cottonwoods and Brighton, then a …

A video shared by French newspaper Le Dauphine libéré captured the moment a loose keg barelled down the slopes of Val d’Isère, apparently hitting a skier below before coming to …

TETON VILLAGE, Wyo. — Cheers to Olympic gold medalist Breezy Johnson who now has her very own gold-wrapped gondola at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Breezy was born and raised in Jackson …