Skiing/Snowboarding
Crowding Closures at Mount Spokane State Park
Due to crowding, Mount Spokane State Park will close to new arrivals once parking lots are full near Nordic, snowmobile, snowshoe, and fat-biking trails.
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Silver Avalanche Memorial: Jan. 7, 2021
For the one-year anniversary of the avalanche at Silver Mountain Resort in North Idaho, the resort will host a memorial event to honor the three ...
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Benefits of Socially-Distanced Skiing
Ski Bum Advice for the COVID-era and the benefits of social-distancing and masking protocols for the ski mountain.
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Vintage Skis: Gresvig Jet
Bradley Bleck writes about his first set of skis, Gresvig Jets -- wooden vintage skis. Back then, longer skis were better skis, even when they ...
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Ski Idaho: Youth Passport & Programs
The Ski Idaho association's 5th/6th Grade Passport program provides free lift tickets at Schweitzer, Silver Mountain, Lookout Pass, and other Idaho ski areas.
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Local Youth Ski Racing Programs
Is ski racing a good fit for your child? If they already have basic ski skills and can get their skis off and on, ride ...
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Tips for Keeping Kids Warm Outside
Expert advice from Mt. Spokane Ski School Director and ski instructor Katrin Pardue--what to wear (and not wear) to stay warm, what to eat, and ...
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5 Ways For Kids To Play In the Snow
Ideas for outdoor winter fun in the snow -- get kids accustomed to having fun in cold, wet conditions prepares them for learning to ski/snowboard ...
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COVID Safety Tips: 7 P’s For the Ski Mountain
Ways to be safe and responsible on the mountain during the age of COVID, based on CDC and regional mountains’ COVID-19 policies and safety protocols.
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