Skiing/Snowboarding
New High-Speed Quad at Schweitzer
Schweitzer skiers and snowboarders this winter will enjoy an even faster trip up the mountain with the new state-of-the-art Creekside Express chairlift, a high-speed detachable …
When the Chairs Stop Spinning
Running a ski resort can be a fickle business. When weather conditions are too warm or too cold, too windy or too dry, it can …
Ski Season Recovery
Maybe you pushed it extra hard this ski season and are feeling pain in some unusual places as spring approaches. Or, like avid Spokane skier …
Resort Amenities We Just Don’t Need
In a previous life, back when I was heavily involved in the ski industry, I was fortunate enough to be able to visit many of …
Spring Skiing Shenanigans & Season Pass Deals
From stunning bluebird days to the flowy-feel of perfect “corn snow” and random powder dumps, spring skiing is glorious. “March brings some of the best …
Where to Go Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing Near Spokane
The relatively recent explosion in snowshoe use has been incredible to watch. I feel like an old curmudgeon relating the stories of my early snowshoe …
Ski Bum Advice: Friends in Snow Places
Brad Northrup’s latest Ski Bum Advice offers a ski mountain twist to a Garth Brook’s song, honoring unique culture of ski friends.
Schweitzer’s New Ski Base area Plan
Chands and construction of a new ski base area at Schweitzer, including new parking lot and chairlift, to be completed by the 2023/24 season.
Winter Road Trip: Backcountry Adventures and Winterfest 2023 in Republic, Washington
Looking for a small-town winter road trip with tons of outdoor recreation potential? Republic, Wash., just three hours north of Spokane is celebrating Winterfest on …