Alta, UT – On what should have been Alta Ski Area’s opening weekend on Saturday, a handful of skiers burned wooden skis in a sacrificial offering to the Norse god of winter, while skiers and riders hit a homemade kicker built on a strip of man-made snow above the resort’s Wildcat base. They were all celebrating Ullr’s overdue return … Continue reading Warm Autumn Frustrates Western Skiers
Kansas City, MO – In what may be the sale of the greatest number of ski resorts in a single transaction in world history, CNL Lifestyle Properties has finally reached an agreement to sell its 15 ski resorts located across the U.S. and Canada. In a deal announced late yesterday, the transaction involves some of the biggest … Continue reading CNL Unloads 15 Ski Resorts
Vancouver (BC), Canada – After a career that lasted more than a decade, Canadian halfpipe skier Justin Dorey, of Vernon, B.C., on Tuesday officially announced his retirement. Dorey steps away from the sport after not competing during the 2015-16 season to recover from a concussion suffered during a non-skiing activity in the previous off-season. The 28-year-old had a … Continue reading Halfpipe Skier Justin Dorey Retires
Banff (AB), Canada – Thanks to its high elevation and ample October snowfall, Sunshine Village will kick off its ski and ride season tomorrow, its earliest season debut in over 30 years and eight days ahead of schedule. The first Canadian ski resort to open this season, Sunshine Village will get things underway with a … Continue reading Skiing Starts Tomorrow at Sunshine Village
Vancouver (BC), Canada – Canada Snowboard, along with Snowboard Ontario and Quebec Snowboard have revealed the locations for this year’s Canadian National Championships. Mt. St. Louis Moonstone and Horseshoe Resort, in Barrie, Ontario, will play hosts to the Sport Chek Air Nation Freestyle Nationals presented by Mazda Canada & Burton for the second straight year from March 5-12, 2017. … Continue reading Canada Snowboard Announces 2016-17 National Championships Venues
Invermere (BC), Canada – Home to one of North America’s 10 largest vertical drops and Canada’s largest outdoor on-mountain hot pools, Panorama Mountain Resort is gearing up for the 2016-17 snow season in British Columbia with expanded terrain, and new festivals and events. Panorama’s 2,847 acres of patrolled terrain boasts 125 trails, the Taynton Bowl, Panorama’s 2,847 acres of terrain … Continue reading Panorama Expands Taynton Bowl
North Vancouver (BC), Canada – If you’re looking to mix work with your favorite sport this winter, Vancouver’s Cypress Mountain has an opportunity for you. The ski area is holding its annual Job Fair this week at The Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel in North Vancouver (138 Victory Ship Way), one block from the SeaBus station. … Continue reading Cypress Mountain Holds Job Fair
