‘RIKING’ to the Top of Hemphill Bald!
As legend has it, one of my ole ski-mountaineering college buddies, from CU-Boulder, invented the word . . . Riking: (verb) A combination of Running and Hiking. Usually done when…
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A STORYBOOK Week for the Southeast
Well, what a great start to the season, and it’s technically not even (astronomical) winter yet! Although, “the nerd in the room” might argue with you on that, since meteorological…
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How To: Wax Your Skis
It’s that time of year. A DIY guide to waxing your skis/board by Rudy Ryback Editor’s Note – Waxing and tuning your skis is actually a lot of fun. Rudy…
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Southeast Ski Map Art: A Look at James Niehues and Rad Smith
At the beginning of every season, it seems like I find a crumpled-up ‘ole ski map, in my jacket pocket, from the year before. Usually, a little wave of nostalgia…
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In the Groomer with Chris Bates
Yesterday, I got a chance to ride along with Chris Bates (owner of Cataloochee), in the groomer. To this day, Bates grooms the mountain every morning, and has a tireless…
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The Great Whale Hunt
Today’s featured image is from Snowshoe Resort over the weekend. The migration of the great snow whales is underway. It is a special time of year as resorts that are…
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What a Beautiful Weekend It Was
Today’s featured photo is from Jason Vioral who shared this photo from his opening day adventures at App Ski Mountain. What a beautiful November weekend we had this weekend. I…
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Excitement for the Season is Building
Today’s featured photo is courtesy of Canaan Valley Resort. It’s amazing what a little snow and cold can do. Such a serene scene that Massanutten shared yesterday. It won’t be…
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Things are Starting to Change (Leaves that is)
The mountains are coming alive with color. After a slow start (i.e hot and dry) to leaf season in the mountains, we are starting to see patches of color throughout…
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Top Social Posts from Independence Day Weekend
It was a great weekend celebrating America’s birthday across the region despite some weather trying to damper the fun. Here are some of the best posts from Social Media showing…
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