Tag: mountain
Protect Our Winters to Save Future of Snow Sports
Protect Our Winters is a non-profit organization that was started by Jeremy Jones, a pro snowboarder, in 2007. The organization is concerned with the effects of climate change on mountains, and ...
A Successful and Fun Family Vacation
Last year, my wife and I were thrilled that our videogame-loving son learned how to ski and loved it. It was great to see him learn something active that he could enjoy. This year, we decided to ...
Monarch
Monarch Mountain, situated in the San Isabel National Forest of southern Colorado is known for its extensive snowfall and friendly atmosphere. Convenient and reasonably priced, with an outstanding panorama, Monarch Mountain has something to offer everyone. Opened in 1939 Monarch Mountain’s 54 trails guide skiers and snowboarders across the 800 acres of white winter wonderland. […]
Silverton
One of the ultimate backcountry skiing and expert rated alpine skiing destinations in the country, Silverton Mountain is not your average ski resort. Instead of skiing programs for toddlers, you’ll find informative and educational classes regarding avalanche safety and mountaineering instruction. Instead of masses of people skiing down well-groomed slopes of a gentler grade, ...
Snowmass
As part of the Aspen/Snowmass resort complex, Snowmass has a lot to offer. Not only does staying at the resort mean that you gain cheap and easy access to three other great resorts, but the Snowmass Mountain is one of the largest mountains in Aspen. This impressive 12 510 ft peak has 3 128 acres […]
Sunlight
Sunlight Mountain Resort, just above Glenwood Springs in Colorado’s Elk Moutains, is a down-to-earth family resort. With diverse terrain and stunning panoramic views, Sunlight Mountain is a delight for all. Opened in 1966, Sunlight Mountain Resort continues to attract large numbers of visitors to its slopes. Sunlight Mountain Resort’s 470 acres encompass a ski area […]
Blacktail Mountain
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area just up from Montana’s Lakeside on the shore of Flathead Lake, is beautifully surrounded by National Forest. With a vast area of variable terrain, snowboarders and skiers of all ability levels will have a fantastic time gliding down the snowy slopes. With a stunning lodge providing all a visitor could need, […]
Lost Trail Powder Mountain
Lost Trail Powder Mountain, beautifully located in Montana’s Conner, is renowned for its amazing views, reliable snowfall, excellent ski conditions and uncrowded slopes. A treasure in the Rocky Mountain’s, Lost Trail is snow sports enthusiast’s dream. Experience the amazing powder of Lost Trail without the massive expense. Between December and April Lost Trail Powder ...
Marshall Mountain
If you’re looking for a small ski lodge with great small town hospitality, look no further than Marshall Mountain. Open since 1937, this great little resort is the University of Montana Ski Team’s home training ground, but is also recognized as offering great winter recreation. The resort has grown somewhat from it’s early beginning, and […]
Bear Mountain
Bear Mountain Resort has gained a reputation – especially amongst younger generations – as being the resort of choice for each winter season. The resort is dedicated to development of their facilities as one of the best freestyle terrain parks in the world, and so far they are certainly achieving this goal. What’s more, with […]
Maverick Mountain
Nestled in the mountains of southwest Montana, you’ll find a big mountain just waiting to be ridden. The Maverick Mountain Ski Area may not be the biggest of its kind, but it offers great trails for every level skier combined with pure air and magnificent scenery; what more could you want? Maverick Mountain is big. […]
Boreal Mountain
If you’re looking for a great family experience combined with fun and snow, look no further than Boreal Mountain Resort. The resort is easily accessed from anywhere in Northern California as well as Reno in Nevada. Simply take the Interstate 80, turn off on the Boreal/Castle Peak Exit and you’ll soon discover the ultimate family […]
