For many years, this is what I did in the terrain park: I watched. I cheered. I photographed. I scouted landings. I stayed out of the way and thought to myself, “hey, I wonder if I could do this?” Then in 2017, I spend a morning with Jason Hartmann of the Snowmass Ski and Ride […]
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Meet Nadia Guerriero: An Inspiring Ski Mom
Merry Christmas Ski Moms (and Dads)! I’m sure some of you spent yesterday skiing with your families. Or today maybe some of you are skiing with your families! Enjoy every moment. And then, just for fun, here’s a lovely video featuring “Lake Tahoe Luminary” Nadia Guerriero. Nadia is the Vice-President and General Manager of Northstar […]
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Chairlift Safety and Good Manners, Too
Teaching manners is an important part of parenting, since manners are not something most children intuitively understand. Today, a quick review of lift line and chairlift etiquette and safety tips. While you may already know most of this, it’s worth a review, especially if you’re a parent with young skiers and riders. For more chairlift […]
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Get In Shape for Ski and Snowboard Season
It’s that time of year again. It’s time to get in shape for ski season. Today, a few suggestions from the Snow Pros at PSIA-AASI, the Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors, along with links to past “get in shape” workouts from braveskimom.com. I promise you you’ll find something […]
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Summer and Fall Skiing on Neveplast at Buck Hill
Do you ever have a hankering to ski and ride in the summer before the snow falls? If you live in Minnesota you can ski and ride year-round, particularly if you live in the Twin Cities. Neveplast Makes it Possible For the second summer and fall, Buck Hill, a small ski area best known for […]
