Casey Vandenbroek: Completely pumped on being stoked
For local snowboarder Casey Vandenbroek getting the rest of the world stoked about powder is his job. Like any true ski bum, Vandenbroek rides all day, everyday, but unlike most he spends the fall off-season traveling to cities across the nation hyping up the winter. read more
Vermont ski areas making innovations off the slope as winter weather becomes more fickle
Will Schafer, 10, of Annapolis, MD walks with his snow tube after a ride down Killington's new Tubing Hill on January 14, 2012. The cost of tubing at the center includes use of the hills, the rope tow, and tubes.
Mountain Threads: Guiding Rocky Mountain Vacationers With Tips And Tricks
Mountain Threads, a ski clothing rental service based in Colorado, offers high-performance gear as well as Colorado ski industry expertise that has proven valuable to Colorado transients.Golden, CO (PRWEB) January 19, 2012 When planning a ski vacation, optimize time and money by creating a detailed plan ahead of time. Being a travel agent is not a prerequisite for making smart decisions. Line up ...
Winter Guide 2012
Winter Guide 2012
Ski areas count on snowmaking to offset slow start
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- West Virginias mild early-winter weather delayed opening dates for the states ski areas by 10 to 20 days, and reduced skier visits 10 to 15 percent. But resort operators are counting on their snowmaking gear and cold weather to m...
Agostini: Sierra ski resorts open to cheers
Dodge Ridge, the closest skiing and snowboarding to Modesto, will ignite its chair lifts today and will open about 80 percent of its terrain. Last weekend's storm dumped 38 inches, a bountiful result for a resort devoid of machine-made snow.
Old hats show off new technology in Denver
Ski Logik representatives spent time chatting with prospective buyers about their skis, including the new Spinster park ski, during the Snowsports Industries of America Snow Show in Denver over the weekend.
January storm revives hopes for ski season
Friday’s press release from Colorado Ski Country USA contained expected news for snow watchers across the state.