I know a lot of things about family skiing. But I don’t know anything about terrain parks. Recognizing my ignorance about all things freestyle and terrain park, I recently spent a morning with Jason Hartmann, the Snowmass Snowboard Program Coordinator, talking about terrain park safety and etiquette. Hartmann suggested reviewing the skier and snowboarder […]
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Why Our Family Loves Skiing at Mount Bohemia, Michigan
Today, an interview with Brave Ski Dad Tom Cook. Mount Bohemia has near-legendary status amongst free skiers and those who like their challenges cold. It’s often ranked among the harder resorts in North America, not just in the Midwest. Tom is a self-described data nerd, sherpa, husband, and dad living in Michigan. He grew up XC skiing, but his […]
Ready? Set. Ski! Five Tips for Beginner Skiers and Snowboarders
My son recently skied with a friend who started at age 18. “I wish I’d tried skiing earlier,” said friend told me. “I can’t believe how much fun this is. I’ll never stop.” FUN. That’s the magic word whether you’re starting a toddler on snow, you’re an adult returning to snowsports after a hiatus, or anyone […]
Help Set a World Record for the Largest Ski and Snowboard Lesson
On January 6, 2017, beginner skiers and snowboarders in the United States and Canada can help set a world record. They can do this by participating in the World’s Largest Ski and Snowboard Lesson. Last season, nearly 6,000 people of all ages took a beginner lesson on the same day. However, because the Guinness Book of World […]
Help FIS Bring Children to the Snow
The coming months will be a lot of fun at Einstein Charter School. To start the new year off right, every 6th, 7th and 8th grader is going to learn how to ski and snowboard – without ever leaving the school gym. Einstein Charter School is in Village de l’Est, Louisiana. The school was founded in […]