You know what I LOVED about 2020? Participating in virtual runs, races, and fundraising events, like #Move4Her. Not having to travel, but still being able to compete and raise money, was a highlight of my COVID-19 Pandemic Experience. This was because runs and races provided purpose, inspiration and community, even when we were locked down tight. And while some of … [Read More...] about What I LOVED About 2020 (#Move4Her)
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Summer Essentials: Best Women’s Hiking Pants from Kühl
Summer in the mountains is beautiful. While we all miss ski season, the glorious long days and cool nights are perfect for hiking and backpacking. Today, a review of some summer essentials: women's hiking pants from Kühl, and two more favorites, to make your … [Read More...] about Summer Essentials: Best Women’s Hiking Pants from Kühl
Preventing Avalanches, By Triggering Them on Purpose (PBS Video)
I love snow. I associate snow with happiness, joy, an interruption of the day-to-day (snow days!), and, of course, skiing. I'm also totally, 100% freaked out by avalanches. Having done basic avalanche training, I quickly realized that I'd be … [Read More...] about Preventing Avalanches, By Triggering Them on Purpose (PBS Video)
Tight Turns: Brave Enough Book + Best Value Goggles
Here we are in April! It's always interesting to me both how short and how long the ski season is. Our local mountain closed Sunday with fantastic spring conditions and much silliness. We're not done skiing, but the season is winding down. Years ago, I … [Read More...] about Tight Turns: Brave Enough Book + Best Value Goggles
Ski Time is Play Time: A Best Day Ever on Snow Story
Amazingly, we're coming to the end of another ski season. It has been so fun sharing these Best Day Ever on Snow stories with you this winter. Congratulations again to Abby and Millie, Kiley, Alex, Gracie, and Lola for having their stories chosen for … [Read More...] about Ski Time is Play Time: A Best Day Ever on Snow Story
Living With Lynch Syndrome (It’s LS Awareness Day!)
Good morning! It's Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day, March 22nd. Since 2016, I've shared about a post about Lynch Syndrome in hopes of spreading awareness about this family of cancer-causing genetic mutations. Today, I'm dispensing with words and simply … [Read More...] about Living With Lynch Syndrome (It’s LS Awareness Day!)
Skiing in Ireland (With Leprechauns)
Happy St. Patrick's Day! What better day to explore the possibilities for skiing in Ireland? Are you ready to go skiing with leprechauns? Pour yourself a green beer, butter up some soda bread, and read on. Is There Skiing In Ireland? To answer this … [Read More...] about Skiing in Ireland (With Leprechauns)
