Snow Sports

Little skier learning how to ride at 49 Degrees North. // Photo courtesy of 49 Degrees North.

Guide to Ski & Snowboard Lessons: Inland NW

Guide to lesson and learn-to-ski options for Winter 2022-23 at the four Ski the NW Rockies resorts, located in north Idaho and near Spokane.

Amy McCaffree December 7, 2022

Child trying on ski boot to get properly-fitted for the next size of seasonal lease gear.

10 Ways To Save Money & Ski More

Participating in alpine winter sports can seem out-of-reach expensive, Learn 10 thrifty tips to ski or snowboard more and spend less money.

Derrick Knowles December 6, 2022

collage of gift guide items, including backpack, books, snowboard, earrings, and scooter.

Inland NW Holiday Gift Guide 2022

Inland NW Holiday Gift Guide with ideas from OTO advertisers and other small businesses to make shopping local easier.

Out There Outdoors December 5, 2022

Data map of the western U.S, with color-coded areas indicating areas of normal and above average snowfall for winter 2022-2023. // Image courtesy of NOAA.com.

Inland NW Winter Weather Predictions

Triple Dip La Niña? Overview of expectations and expert predictions for the Inland Northwest's winter weather, 2022-23.

Brad Northrup December 5, 2022

Two skiers riding a chairlift and looking back at the camera, smiling.

What’s New At Ski NW Rockies: Winter 2022-23

Learn about what's new at Ski NW Rockies mountain resorts, including deals, upgrades, expansions, and upcoming events.

Amy McCaffree December 5, 2022

New Terrain and Lift added at Lookout Pass

A ONE-OF-A-KIND SETTING GETS BIGGER Located atop the crest of the Bitterroot Range, straddling the state line between Idaho and Montana, Lookout Pass averages 400 ...

Out There Outdoors November 8, 2022

Lodge at 49 Degrees North - brown siding with deck and trees behind it.

Try Telemark Skiing at 49 Degrees North

49 Degrees North Mountain Resort in Chewelah, Washington, is offering telemark skiing clinics this spring through March 20, 2022.

Derrick Knowles March 13, 2022

Backcountry Access Tracker4 Avalanche Receiver - yellow outer shell casing with black front and digital display.

Gear: Backcountry Access Avalanche Transceiver

Backcountry Access Tracker4 avalanche transceiver has improved rubber molding, screen brightness, and microphone from previous models.

Derrick Knowles March 1, 2022

Backcountry Hydration Pack that looks like a small backpack with rounded bottom.

Gear Review: USWE Backcountry Hydration Pack

USWE brand 25-liter Backcountry Hydration Pack provides a snug, no-bounce fit and has lots of compartments and big and small pockets.

Derrick Knowles March 1, 2022