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Little Ripper at 49 Degrees North: Winter Sneva

Meet Winter Sneva, a young skier from 49 Degrees North. She uses special skis made by Sneva MFG, the family business based in Spokane, Wash.

Amy McCaffree December 12, 2021

Next gen skiers and snowboarders keep the sport alive. Meet five little rippers who tear it up at Inland Northwest mountains.

Amy McCaffree December 12, 2021

Ski the NW Rockies affiliated mountains made big updates and improvements for Winter 2021-22. Here are 16 changes to look for when you visit.

Derrick Knowles December 11, 2021

What essential alpine gear for kids is needed for skiing/snowboarding and dressing little shredders for a day in the mountains.

Derrick Knowles December 9, 2021

Top pro tips for parents teaching their kids to ski, including gear advice and chairlift use, plus videos and other resources.

Out There Outdoors December 5, 2021

Recommended runs at each of the Ski the NW Rockies mountains for beginner skiers/snowboarders--including Mt. Spokane, Lookout, Silver, and 49.

Amy McCaffree December 2, 2021

Everyday Cyclist: Justin M. Short shares shoulder season rambles about his fall bikepacking adventure in north Idaho and western Montana.

Justin M. Short December 1, 2021

Photo essay by Aaron Theisen, featuring five photos that depict the beauty and fun of mountain biking during the fall-winter transition.

Aaron Theisen November 30, 2021

It's not all about colorful fall leaves. These 6 forested trails offer sagebrush and sub-alpine scenery as well as peaceful solitude.

Holly Weiler November 30, 2021