Mountain Review: Le Massif de Charlevoix

MOUNTAIN SCORE   #1 East Coast 66   #50 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS CATEGORY BREAKDOWN  See our criteria 6 Snow: 5 Resiliency: 4 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 7 Challenge: 8 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 7 Navigation: 10 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $121-$166 CAD ($84-$116 USD) Pass Affiliation: Mountain Collective…

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How to Ski: 7 Must-Know Tips for Beginners

   If you’ve never put on a pair of skis before, entering the winter sports world can be daunting. Skiing and snowboarding bring a feeling of exhilaration unlike any other winter activity, but unfortunately, the barrier to entry can feel quite high for those just starting—especially adults. But luckily, it doesn’t have to be that…

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Mountain Review: Bridger Bowl

MOUNTAIN SCORE   #7 in the Northern Rockies 66   #46 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS VIDEO REVIEW CATEGORY BREAKDOWN  See our criteria 8 Snow: 6 Resiliency: 6 Size: 6 Terrain Diversity: 10 Challenge: 3 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 7 Facilities: 6 Navigation: 7 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $82-$97 Pass Affiliation: None…

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How the American Opioid Epidemic Shaped Vail Resorts’ Rise

The American opioid epidemic is among the most devastating public health issues in recent history. But what you might not know is that it also had a huge impact on the state of the North American ski industry. Between 1999 and 2020, over half a million people died from drug overdoses from prescribed and illicitly…

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The Best Ski Gear January 25 Edit

Get ready for your next snowy adventure with our top ski gear picks for January 2025! We’ve pulled together a list of must-have ski essentials to make sure you’re set for all your winter fun. From cutting-edge skis to handy accessories, this guide has everything you need to level up your ski game and hit…

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The Best Ski Gear January 25 Edit

Get ready for your next snowy adventure with our top ski gear picks for January 2025! We’ve pulled together a list of must-have ski essentials to make sure you’re set for all your winter fun. From cutting-edge skis to handy accessories, this guide has everything you need to level up your ski game and hit…

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Best New Ski Boots 24/25

Find the Perfect Fit for Your Best Winter Yet We’ve rounded up the best ski boots for 2024/25 to help you hit the slopes with confidence and comfort. Whether you’re an advanced skier seeking precision or a casual enthusiast in need of all-day comfort, we’ve got you covered. From the high-performance Fischer RC4 MV 110…

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Best New Ski Boots 24/25

Find the Perfect Fit for Your Best Winter Yet We’ve rounded up the best ski boots for 2024/25 to help you hit the slopes with confidence and comfort. Whether you’re an advanced skier seeking precision or a casual enthusiast in need of all-day comfort, we’ve got you covered. From the high-performance Fischer RC4 MV 110…

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Most Beautiful Ski Areas in North America

   When it comes to a typical ski vacation, you’re mainly booking for the slopes, not the views. But not at North America’s most beautiful ski resorts. The most picturesque mountains in the US and Canada aren’t just about the sports of skiing and snowboarding, but about the entire experience of the location itself, with…

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Park City Offering Partial Compensation to Guests Affected By Ski Patrol Strike

  The Park City ski patrol strike, which lasted from December 27, 2024 to January 8, 2025, severely disrupted operations to the United States’ largest publicly-accessible ski resort.   In the aftermath of the first major ski patrol strike in over 50 years, Vail Resorts has announced a compensation program for guests affected by the…

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