New England Ski Museum

When visiting the Northeastern parts of the United States, and more specifically, Franconia in New Hampshire, be sure to visit the New England Ski Museum, where the history and the fascinating facts of cross-country skiing, alpine, commercial and various other skiing activities of the area are documented. There are only four ski museums in the United States. Even though the New England Ski Museum was established in 1977, it only moved to its present, and permanent, location in 1982. Skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts will find the museum to be interesting and educational.

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.

2010 Colorado Hall of Fame Inductees

It has been documented that pioneers in Colorado discovered the use of skis when gold was discovered in 1859. Ten men also realized how significant the use of skis is that winter when their mining camp became snow-logged and they needed to travel to find provisions. One of the members of the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame, Father Dyer, used skis to travel to remote areas and preach to communities that were not previously reachable. This year, members of the ski community who have achieved and made valuable contributions to the Colorado ski industry will be inducted into the Colorado Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame.

Canadian Ski Museum and Hall of Fame

Discover the history of skiing in Canada at the Canadian Ski Museum and Ski Hall of Fame in Ottawa. Housing a vast collection of memorabilia, the museum promotes the appreciation of skiing and snowboarding traditions in Canada, as well as the importance of the sports in Canadian life and culture. The Canadian Ski Museum is dedicated to preserving skiing history, honoring those who contribute to that history and educating people about Canada’s skiing heritage. Certainly, skiing and snow sport enthusiasts are recommended to visit this fascinating establishment.

Val Thorens Ski Area

Located at an altitude of 2,300 meters in the Tarentaise Valley of the French Alps, Val Thorens is the highest ski village in Europe, offering ski-in-ski-out convenience no matter where you choose to stay. For the comfort and security of guests, and taking into account the need to preserve this pristine environment, the village is largely pedestrian, with vehicles restricted to certain areas and large parking garages conveniently located.

Candlelight Ski-Hike-Snowshoe Event

Enchanting wooded trails – warm, cozy fires. On March 6th, 2010 the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest invites you to our annual Candlelight Ski-Hike-Snowshoe Event. Beginning at the Clear Lake Ranger Station, in Woodruff, WI, parts of the Raven trail system will be lit by hundreds of flickering candles. Participants can enjoy a 1.5- [...]

Nivalia Ski Show 2009

To kick off the winter season in Spain, the Nivalia Ski Show 2009 will be held on the 16th and 18th of November 2009. It is a show that has all the latest equipment on display and for sale, and due to the success of the second hand market, it will once again be one [...]

Metro Ski & Snowboard Show 2009

The Metro Ski & Snowboard Show 2009 will be hosted at Olympia from the 21st to the 25th of October 2009. Some of the features at this year’s event include Real Snow Dodge Ball, Zillertal Apres Ski Bar, Natives Job Fair, Fashion Show, Mountain Food Kitchen, Off Piste Adventure Theatre, live entertainment and much more. [...]

The Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo 2009

Each year, the Boston Globe Ski & Snowboard Expo attracts thousands of skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts each year. It is one of the largest consumer expos and shows, and the very best in gear and equipment is available to those attending the festival. Over and above the companies showcasing their products, the expo offers interactive [...]

The Chicago Ski Show & Snowboard Expo 2009

From the 6th to the 8th of November 2009, the Chicago Donald E. Stephens Convention Centre will come alive with skiing and snowboarding promotions. Hundreds of winter sport enthusiasts make their way to this annual event to take advantage of the resort specials on offer and browse through the more than a hundred and seventy [...]

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