With loads of talent and family support, Joseph Leonardo reaches the summit of junior freeskiing as the 2020 Freeride Junior World Champion. ©Freeride World Tour When Joseph Leonardo finished his free skiing run at the 2020 Freeride Junior World Championship by Dynastar in Kappl, Austria, he clicked out of his skis a world champion. For this young man from Edwards, … [Read More...] about For Junior World Champion Freeskier Joseph Leonardo, It’s All About Family
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Learning to Ski as an Adult: In A Jam
After all the new snow, even the Loveland Ski Area sign had difficulty! Photo: Loveland Ski Area. By MacKennea Broyles At two hours, I pitied anyone who was on I-70 and not going skiing. At three hours, I pitied myself even though I was … [Read More...] about Learning to Ski as an Adult: In A Jam
Secret Ski Towns: Carson Valley, Nevada
Heavenly is one of the most beautiful places you'll ever ski. And the views aren't just of Lake Tahoe. Here, looking east toward the gorgeous Carson Valley just 15 miles from the Stagecoach Lodge parking lot at Heavenly. ©braveskimom.com Some secrets … [Read More...] about Secret Ski Towns: Carson Valley, Nevada
Skiing at Kirkwood: California Cornices and Cliffs
A California powder day at Kirkwood. Photo: Kirkwood Mountain Resort. The first time I skied Kirkwood the wind blew so fiercely that the top of the mountain was closed. In mid-January, I skied Kirkwood Ski Area again. This time the fog was so thick … [Read More...] about Skiing at Kirkwood: California Cornices and Cliffs
Ego And Endorphins: Risk Management for Skiers
Respecting all signs, ropes and closures helps to avoid unnecessary risk. Serious ski and snowboard accidents are rare, but it’s always sad and thought-provoking when something unfortunate happens that makes the news. In January, my … [Read More...] about Ego And Endorphins: Risk Management for Skiers
Not The Mama: Seeing, and Skiing, is Believing in Utah
First opened in 1971, Snowbird's Aerial Tram whisks passengers along a 1.6 mile cable and up 2,900 vertical feet during the 10-minute trip to the top of Hidden Peak and The Summit, their newest mountaintop restaurant. The tram consists of two cable cars. … [Read More...] about Not The Mama: Seeing, and Skiing, is Believing in Utah
How to Ski The Alps
The view from the top of Germany at Garmisch Zugspitze. Access this resort via train and tram. Even getting there is a fun, efficient adventure. ©braveskimom.com Three myths and three truths about skiing in Europe. Several years ago I wrote a post … [Read More...] about How to Ski The Alps
