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Don’t need instruction? Maybe think again.
by Jules OlderLooking back, it’s hard to believe I was that dumb. Hard to believe unless you look at the evidence. Exhibit A: When I was learning to ski at the University of Vermont, I spent four winters on snow without taking… Read More →

3 First Timer Tips From Ski Patrol
by Mark CroneWith winter well underway, you are either getting out and enjoying this winter wonderland OR you are hiding inside (and on the verge of cabin fever). If you are inside, why not get outside and enjoy winter? As a veteran… Read More →

Top Ski Resorts That Offer The Best Value In North America
by liftopiaLast year, we set out to find North America’s favorite resorts in our first ever Best In Snow Awards. 10,000 skiers and snowboarders voted across a variety of categories including Best Value, Most Beginner-Friendly, Most Challenging, Most Family-Friendly, Best Snow Consistency and Quality,… Read More →

5 Things All Skiers & Snowboarders Should Do Before The Ski Season Starts
by Mark CroneSki season is upon us! (For some, it’s already here.) If you haven’t started to prep for winter, it’s time to get cracking. Those who work in the ski/snow industry are already “knee deep” in pre-season preparations already. Ski Patrollers,… Read More →

Liftopia is “Still In”, Committed to Acting On Climate
by liftopiaLiftopia has joined over 1,000 US cities, states, and businesses committed to stepping up and forging ahead on climate action. In an open letter to the international community, signatories have collectively declared “We Are Still In,” vowing to continue to… Read More →

Some Of The Deepest Snow Depths This Season Were At Mountain Collective Resorts
by RoseAnne MoisesThe resorts on the Mountain Collective Pass regularly get some of the best snow during ski season, but this year in particular was one for the books. Tahoe’s Squaw Valley even plans to stay open through the summer (weather permitting)…. Read More →

Crunching The Numbers: Families Save Big With The Mountain Collective
by Eric WagnonThe 2017-18 Mountain Collective Pass touts “16 Dream Destinations. Two Days at Each.” This multi-resort ski lift pass sounds grand, but unless you spend the winter driving in an RV across the country, the logistics of skiing two days at… Read More →

What a Beginner Skier or Snowboarder Needs To Know: A Snowsports Glossary
by Learn To Ski And Snowboard MonthNew to skiing or snowboarding? Here is a glossary of terms to help you get familiar with everything you need to know before you head to the slopes. Jump To: When You Arrive In The Lodge & At The Base On The Mountain… Read More →

A Ski Bum’s Guide To Peak Weekend Skiing
by Katie CoakleyThere’s no doubt about it: winter is fully upon us. Looking at the social media feeds, it seems as if just about every resort in the country is swimming in freshies, making a ski trip a necessity, not a luxury…. Read More →