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 next-to-worthless if I ever had to attempt to rescue anyone. Or at least, that’s my fear […]
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Skiing’s New Norms, Pandemic Pro Tips and WinterWomen Giveaway
2020 may be over, but the pandemic isn’t. That’s why today, in addition to a fun, pandemic-inspired giveaway from WinterWomen.com, we’re taking a look at skiing’s new norms and offering several pandemic pro tips for navigating your favorite resort. Skiing’s New Norms: Food and Water Snowsports are a perfect excuse to get outdoors and enjoy […]
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An Inside Look at Avalanche Mitigation from the Alta Ski Patrol
Since 1941, Alta Ski Patrol has been keeping skiers safe on some of Utah’s steepest and most beautiful skiing terrain. Their work often involves early mornings, stormy weather, and tremendous responsibility. Eighty women and men currently serve as Alta Ski Area patrollers. On big snow days, up to 60 may be working the mountain. This […]
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Ego And Endorphins: Risk Management for Skiers
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 family and I were discussing this accident involving children at Squaw Valley. As ski parents, we’ve invested a lot of time in helping our sons learn to be safe. This is […]
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Skiing and Chairlift Safety: Tips from Parents and a New Video from Colorado Ski Country
No one spends more time skiing with children than parents. And skiing and snowboarding parents know a lot about keeping kids safe. Today, we’re featuring safety tips and suggestions from parents, gleaned from a Facebook conversation way back in August. We’ve also got a new chairlift safety video from Colorado Ski Country USA to help […]
