Tag: snow sport

• Climate Change Impacts on the Snow Sport Industry

  As North America heads into the winter season, snow sport enthusiasts are getting ready to hit the slopes. But warm temperatures and a lack of snow are casting a shadow over what is traditionally...

• Copper Mountain First to Fire Up Snow Guns for New Season

  Favorable weather conditions in the Colorado Rockies have enabled Copper Mountain to fire up their snowmaking guns for the new snow sport season...

• Toronto Ski, Snowboard & Travel Show 2012

  This is a great opportunity to check out the latest in snow sport gear and venues with more than 200 exhibitors and over 125 resort operators all under one roof...

• Keep Active All Year Around with Grass Skiing

  Originally, short skis with rolling treads or wheels used, with the rolling treads working on the same principle as the treads on military tanks. While some skiers may tackle high speeds and jumps...

• 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 ...

• Africa

  It may not be the first continent to spring to mind when considering a ski vacation, but Africa does have its fair share of top-class ski resorts. Where there are mountains and snow, there you will find the opportunity to go skiing in Africa. One of the continent’s favorite destinations is South Africa, where you […]

• Asia

  Enjoy a snow skiing adventure at top ski resorts in Asia. Whether you’re an avid snowboarder, a keen skier or enjoy a variety of snow sporting excursions, Asian destinations such as Japan and South Korea offer fantastic ski resort options. Amongst the world-class ski resorts in Japan are Appi Kogen, Happo One, Nozawa Onsen and […]

• Alaska

  Located in the extreme northwest of the North American continent, with Canada to the east, the Arctic Ocean to the north, and the Pacific Ocean lapping its shores to the west and south, Alaska presents snow sport enthusiasts with some great options to pursue their favorite activity. Alaska is the largest of US states, with […]

• Eaglecrest

  Eaglecrest Ski Area is near the town of Juneau on Alaska’s Douglas Island. As the island is only accessible by water or air, the ski area is never crowded and lift queues are non-existent. A sparkling gem, Eaglecrest is beautifully set and its relatively isolated location makes it a magical winter experience. This stunning ski […]

• 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 […]

• Apex Mountain

  Beautifully situated within the Okanagan Valley, just a half hour drive from Penticton in British Columbia, is the amazing Apex Mountain Ski Resort, opened in 1961. This full-service resort with its welcoming village is well-known for its dry “Okanagan” snow, excellent weather and brilliant terrain. Many a satisfied skier will reminisce over the amazing experience […]

• Cottonwood Butte

  Cottonwood Butte Ski Resort in north central Idaho, offers an excellent day of skiing not far from the town of Cottonwood. Offering diverse terrain, skiers of all levels of expertise have a great time at Cottonwood Butte. The resort is popular amongst families and is a fantastic spot to learn. Imagine yourself standing at the […]