US Ski Resorts Reopen

Snowbasin is making history. For the first time it will be opening its slopes on weekends late in June, as the snowfall and cold weather has been favorable and the mountain still has enough snow to allow skiers and snowboarders an additional period of fun and excitement. It has been confirmed that as long as there remains enough snow to allow for safe winter sport activity, the resort will be open on weekends and skiers and snowboarders will be able to purchase day passes to enjoy the white slopes.

Skiing Amidst the Pyramids of Egypt

When one thinks of Egypt, images of the scorching hot deserts and breathtaking pyramids come to mind. Caravans of camels and nomadic tents that are scattered on the horizon are what we picture in Egypt. Who would think of the country as a destination for skiing? Sandboarding down the dunes maybe, but definitely not snow skiing. However, it seems that there might be an indoor ski facility coming to Egypt in the near future, allowing visitors to enjoy the magic of Egypt and its history, combined it with a magnificent skiing vacation.

Cross-Country Skiing in Australia

With snow skiing season drawing to a close in the northern hemisphere, skiers in the southern hemisphere are no doubt looking forward to indulging in their favorite sport. With a number of ski resorts catering exclusively for cross-country skiing, Australia offers adventurers a range of challenging terrain and spectacular scenery to choose from.

Cross Country 15/10km Classic

Taking place along the Nordic ski trails of Snow Farm, New Zealand, the Cross Country 15/10km Classic is set to challenge the endurance of competitors. The men’s course covers a distance of 15 km, with the women competitors completing 10 km. Competitors will be using the long, narrow and light skis of classic cross country [...]

Hitting the Slopes in India

Anyone who has tried the sport can tell you that snow skiing is loads of fun – from the first tentative attempts to remain upright, to the point of whizzing down the slopes at high speed. So it comes as no surprise that the popularity of snow skiing continues to grow around the world. With the snow-covered Himalayan Mountains hugging its border, India has a number of ski resorts offering this exciting winter sport.

Easter at Snowbird

Come and celebrate easter at Snowbird on 24 April 2011. Begin Easter Sunday at Hidden Peak for an interdenominational sunrise service beginnning at 6:36 am. This can be followed later by the free Easter Egg Hunt aimed at children under the age of 11. The Easter Bunnny will help children to find eggs on the [...]

Helmet Safety on the Slopes

The news of Natasha Richardson’s death, daughter to famous Vanessa Redgrave and wife to Liam Neeson, shocked the world. What was to be an exciting and relaxing skiing adventure, turned to tragedy after a fall in which she suffered fatal head injuries. Another high profile incident occurred when a mother collided with a German politician on the slopes in Austria. She suffered a fatal brain injury while the politician, who was wearing a helmet, survived the incident. Enough proof to show that helmets are a necessity.

Upgrades at Sierra Ski Resorts

Ski resorts in California have been preparing for the upcoming ski season and have unveiled a number of new renovations and upgrades, not only in regard to safety but also features that will make the ski season a pleasure for all. Sierra resorts have stepped up their game to lure more winter sport fanatics to their slopes. By taking a brief look at what is on offer, skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts will most definitely be making the most of these resorts. For family vacations or a group of friends enjoying the relaxation the mountains provide, the Sierra resorts are not to be missed out on.

Developments at The Canyons

So much has changed over the years at The Canyons, its name being one of them. It has now been changed for the fifth time, and will be known as just Canyons. Talisker Mountain Inc. are the new owners of Canyons, and recently shared their improvement projects to Canyons with the skiing and snowboarding industry. They are preparing their facilities and the slopes for the coming 2010 – 2011 season. As renovations begin to reach their final conclusion, it is obvious that a wonderful, exciting and new Canyons will be waiting to be explored.

Glade Skiing Action

Snow skiing is a popular winter sport in many parts of the world, and keen skiers often enjoy an off-the-beaten-track challenge – and glade skiing fits the bill. Glade skiing is basically any sort of downhill skiing that takes place through trees. But this doesn’t mean that anything goes, as most ski resorts have boundaries and restrictions imposed for the safety of skiers. Boundaries prevent skiers from inadvertently encroaching on busy trails, as well as keeping them clear of major hazards such as large streams and cliffs.

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