One of our favorite ski areas is California's Mammoth Mountain, known for deep snow and boundless terrain. ©braveskimom.com I often say that our family’s favorite ski area is where we’re skiing today. And I really do believe this. While the big names often get all the attention, some of our favorite places to ski fly under the radar. Lutsen Mountain, Minnesota: … [Read More...]
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Not the Mama: Nobody Pays $209 for Vail’s Lift Ticket. Don’t be a Nobody.
Vail Gondola One in it's natural environment. Photo: Martin Griff By Martin Griff My little world of social media has gone nuts over the $209 "walk up to the window" price of a single day Vail ski lift ticket. Calm down everyone. Yes, $209 for … [Read More...]
Upside Down Ski Resorts: When the Base is at the Top
When the ski resort base is at the top of the mountain! Snowshoe, West Virginia. Photographer: Philip Duncan. Photo courtesy Snowshoe. Close your eyes and picture your favorite ski resort. What do you see? If you’re like most of us, the image you’ve … [Read More...]
Should You Teach Your Loved Ones To Ski?
Photo: Loveland Ski Area This morning, a post I wrote for Liftopia.com went live. I think it's definitely worth reading in it's entirety, but to get you started, I'll share a few highlights. It's called Why You Should Never Teach Your Loved Ones … [Read More...]
Gifts for Skiers and Skiing Families (Giveaway)
The new Kulkea SP RXL extra-large ski boot backpack holds all of your gear -- and some of our favorite holiday gifts! Ah, November! The holidays -- and lots of skiing and riding -- are just weeks away! This year, the Braveskimom holiday gift guide … [Read More...]
Skiing in New Mexico
World-famous terrain, steep chutes, bottomless pow at Taos. Photo courtesy Taos Ski Valley. Driving to New Mexico to ski or snowboard can be a bit disorienting. Coming from almost any direction, the landscape is truly enchanting, a mosaic of … [Read More...]
The Best Ski Coats for Kids 2020
A look at some of the best ski coats for kids, toddlers and babies this winter! While I love the women's ski fashion preview, the preview for kids is even more fun, because everything is just so darn cute. Enjoy! The Best Ski Coats for Little … [Read More...]
