Whistler (BC), Canada – Chris McLeod has been named Whistler Blackcomb’s new Industry, Film and Communications Supervisor. He assumed his role at the popular British Columbia ski and snowboard resort on July 12. “We’re very excited to have Chris on the team,” says Tabetha Boot, Whistler Blackcomb’s Public Relations and Communications Manager. “We are confident … Continue reading McLeod Named New Whistler Blackcomb Industry, Film and Communications Supervisor→
Big Sky, MT – The body of a Montana man missing since backcountry skiing on Lone Peak in Big Sky in March has finally been found. A 13-member team from Gallatin County Search and Rescue, using a Recco receiver and search dogs located the body of Brad Gardner, 24, on Friday morning in the Lone … Continue reading Body of Missing Montana Skier Found→
Lake Wanaka, New Zealand – A strong field is shaping up for the cross country skiing competition at 100% Pure New Zealand Winter Games with the confirmation of Olympic gold, silver and bronze medalist, Justyna Kowalczyk of Poland, in the women’s event and a world class Canadian men’s team. Kowalczyk earned three of her medals … Continue reading Top Cross-Country Skiers Confirm for Winter Games New Zealand→
Aspen, CO – Aspen Skiing Company today announced the appointment of Christian Knapp as Vice President of Marketing. “Christian comes with a wealth of experience, energy and enthusiasm,” said David Perry, senior vice president, Aspen Skiing Company. “His accomplishments include a highly successful career with Vail Resorts, most recently holding the top Marketing post as … Continue reading Aspen Skiing Co. Names Christian Knapp VP of Marketing→
Washington, DC – National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH) will honor five extraordinary individuals with Victory Awards at its 25th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, December 1, 2011, at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, D.C., including professional snowboarder Kevin Pearce. Pearce, a highly accomplished U.S. Snowboarder and four-time Winter X Games medalist from Norwich, Vt., sustained … Continue reading Pro Snowboarder Kevin Pearce to Receive Victory Award→
Squaw Valley, CA – Squaw Valley USA has named Chevis Hosea as the newest addition to the Lake Tahoe ski and snowboard resort’s executive team. With more than 28 years experience in the approval, design, construction and management of recreational development projects, Hosea will serve as Squaw Valley’s vice president of development. His appointment is … Continue reading Squaw Appoints New Vice President of Development→
El Colorado, Chile –Snowboarder Aaron Robinson, a two-time winner of The North Face Masters of Snowboarding, has perished in a fall in Chile. Robinson, 24, was riding in a popular backcountry area known as Santa Teresita, adjacent to the El Colorado ski area, on Tuesday when he fell and hit his head on exposed rocks. … Continue reading Pro Snowboarder Aaron Robinson Dies in Chile→
