Treasure these "learn to ski" days. They really are priceless. ©Braveskimom.comWhen our youngest son was three, he spent the winter learning to ski. He began with lessons (as we believe everyone should!), but after taking lessons, he announced that he wanted to ski with his father and (mostly) his father alone.That winter my husband never left the bunny slope. He … [Read More...]
Recent Stories
Learning to Ski as an Adult: Practice Makes Progress
That smile when you move from Loveland Valley to Loveland Basin! Photo: MacKennea BroylesBy MacKennea BroylesWhen the time finally came for my third ski lesson at Loveland, I had conflicting feelings. After my previous lesson, my instructor … [Read More...]
Five Tips for a Great Powder Day
14" of new snow overnight in January equals a day of unmatched fun and beauty!Powder days! We love them and when we're lucky enough to be skiing on a powder, it's a special time.I recently blew off my "to-do" list and work to score a few hours at … [Read More...]
Utah’s Powder Heaven is Found at Whisper Ridge
It's ridiculously hard to take photos when heli skiing because no one wants to stop! Here's a shot of a dot on the Whisper Ridge terrain taken from the helicopter. Note the cat skiing tracks. ©braveskimomLook at a map of northern Utah and you may spot … [Read More...]
What Does Ski Patrol Do? [Powderhorn Ski Patrol Ski Along]
Lifelong skiers, we thought we were pretty plugged into what ski patrol do each day.Then we participated in a Ski Patrol Ski Along at Powderhorn Mountain Resort in western Colorado. Promoted as an opportunity to “ski or ride with the ultimate … [Read More...]
Gear Notes: Arctic Lynx Maternity Baselayers
Pregnant and skiing? Check out these technical layers designed just for you. All photos ©Arctic Lynx MaternityWhen Michelle Boyer was pregnant, she and her husband moved to Maine. Excited to get outside and explore, Boyer soon found … [Read More...]
Why Our Family Loves Skiing at Mount Southington, Connecticut
Jill Battaglia shares why she and her family love skiing at Mount Southington, CT! Photo: Jill Battaglia.After we posted this in January, Mt Southington Ski Area offered six All Mountain Packages as a giveaway! We are thrilled to get this party … [Read More...]
