Whether you call it graduation or commencement, spring is the time when we celebrate milestones reached by our children and young adults. Having recently attended a high school graduation, I found myself thinking about what I would say if ever called upon to inspire group of talented young people. This little bit of daydreaming resulted in […]
Meet Dee, A Brave Ski Mom Who Started Skiing at 40
Happy Mother’s Day! As in year’s past, I’m thrilled to feature an inspiring ski mom in this space today. Please meet Dee Oujiri, a ski mom who took up snowsports at 40, became a ski instructor at Buck Hill, Minnesota and offers retreats and classes for women in the outdoors, along with specialized services for adaptive […]
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Old Dogs, New Tricks: Woodward Copper Is Not Just for Kids (Plus a Woodward Summer Camp Preview)
“Are you here for a tour?” I was standing at the check in desk at the Barn, Woodward Copper’s indoor training facility at Copper Mountain, Colorado. Holding both my helmet and ski boots, I was pretty sure I didn’t look like I just wanted a tour. Pointing to my husband and two sons, I clarified […]
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Spring Cleaning for Skiers (Plus, Giveaway)
When ski season comes to close, it’s time to mend, clean and store your gear. Clean, Tune and Wax Your Skis Caring for your skis at the end of the season makes good sense. From a financial point of view, you’ve invested money in your family’s gear, so it’s important to preserve and protect that investment. […]
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Tips for Family Skiing at Whistler Blackcomb
Just in time for Whistler Blackcomb’s spring season, here’s an insider interview with Brave Ski Mom Tara Laitinen. Why Whistler Blackcomb? Whistler is my home mountain, so without a doubt, I am completely biased. Whistler is a big mountain with all of the skiing and bells and whistles that go with a high-end full service resort. […]
