Local Resort Happenings & Spring Ski Deals
Spring Season Pass Surprises, Spring Skiing Events, & Local Resort News. Sponsored By Ski the NW Rockies Association Resorts.
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Little Ripper: Kendal Brumet at Lookout Pass
Skier – Age: 11 Home mountain: Lookout Pass; dual-pass holder this season at Lookout and Silver Mountain. Favorite runs at Lookout: Montana Face, Lucky Friday. Learned to ski at age 2: Parents and one year of ski school. Loves skiing because: “I’m adventurous and I love going fast down hills.” Ski Buddies: Mom and Dad …
Ski Programs for Kids & Families this Winter
Ski Programs for Kids & Families this Winter Local ski mountain staff are stoked for winter and to welcome guests including young skiers and riders and their parents back to the slopes. Sadly, what caused our season to abruptly end last spring has created new challenges this winter. Particularly in the Inland Northwest, where interstate …
Skiing in the COVID Era
By Amy McCaffree & Derrick Knowles The COVID-19 pandemic is picking up steam this fall like a deep-winter storm cycle, yet our regional ski and snowboard resorts are feeling positive about being able to provide a safe experience this season. From adding online, limited contact ticket sales to expanded outdoor hangout areas, mask requirements and social distancing for indoor spaces, and group size limits for lessons, …
Local Resorts—What’s New for the Season
Sponsored by the Ski the NW Rockies Association Resorts With COVID-19 thrown into the mix of what could be one of the snowiest and coldest winters in years, local resorts are stepping up to create a safe, fun, and convenient ski and snowboard experience like never before. Here’s a glimpse into what you can expect …
Passholder Profiles: 49 Degrees North & Lookout Pass
Moses the Mountain Host 49 Degrees North Local Chuck Kriegh For Chuck Kriegh of Cheney, 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort has long been his home away from home. He first started skiing here over 36 years ago when his eldest son was a teenager just learning to ski. The family friendly vibe of the resort …
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Ski Pass Spring Savings: 2020/21 season
If you’ve been thinking about getting a season pass next year, now is the time to pull the trigger. Local resorts are offering their lowest pricing of the year right now.
Spring Ski Safety Tips
“Challenging spring conditions include the rapid transition from slick snow to grabbing snow, which pushes the rider forward,” says John Batchelder, pro patrol director at Lookout Pass. “Proper stance and balance is a key to staying in control. Knee and shoulder injuries are common in this situation.” Be mindful of the “freeze-thaw-freeze effect,” according to …
11 Ways to Get Out There for the Holidays
The holidays shouldn’t be for hibernating. Instead, get out and celebrate the season. Whether you’re seeking nostalgic wonder, fun adventure, or a little bit of holiday magic, there’s something special to suit you.
Historical Roots of Local Ski Resorts
49° North Mountain Resort Chewelah Peak Ski Club, founded in 1935, was the first to install a cable tow on the mountain, with permission from the U.S. Forest Service. The two-story lodge was completed in 1950, followed by a double chairlift a year later. By 1968, however, the ski area had closed down, only to …