A mechanical failure on Whitefish Mountain Resort's main chairlift led to a rope evacuation of 150-200 guests, with no injuries reported. The resort responded quickly, using ropes and specialized equipment to safely lower guests, and apologized for the incident. The lift was temporarily shut down, and the resort is working to resolve the issue.
A 59-year-old man from Westminster died while skiing at Keystone Resort in Colorado; the cause of death is under investigation, and authorities are awaiting autopsy results.
Powder Mountain in Utah has transformed part of its ski area into an open-air museum featuring large-scale art installations, including chandeliers, sculptures, and neon signs, accessible to the public during winter and summer, creating a unique skiable art experience inspired by land art and designed to blend seamlessly with the natural landscape.
A skier died after colliding with a tree at Aspen Mountain Ski Resort on December 19, despite wearing a helmet, and was transported to Aspen Valley Hospital. Aspen Snowmass expressed condolences and praised their Ski Patrol's response.
A comprehensive guide to spending 36 hours in Park City, Utah, highlighting top ski resorts, cultural attractions, dining options, and unique experiences like the Homestead Crater and Utah Olympic Park, perfect for winter sports enthusiasts and culture seekers alike.
The Troll Trail in Norway is a 100-mile cross-country skiing route through the Rondane Mountains, offering stunning scenery, mountain hotels, and traditional waffles, attracting serious skiers and adventure enthusiasts.
A 14-year-old girl is anxious about going skiing with her uncle, whose aggressive teaching style causes her distress, but she feels pressured to participate to avoid disappointing her family.
The article highlights the top six ski destinations for 2026, including Alta Badia in Italy, Big Sky in Montana, Banff in Canada, Furano in Japan, Méribel in France, and Queenstown in New Zealand, emphasizing new openings, snow reliability, and unique experiences for travelers.
Jim Morrison became the first person to ski down Mount Everest's challenging north face route, the Hornbein Couloir, after over six weeks on the mountain, dedicating his achievement to his late partner Hilaree Nelson. The feat, accomplished at 29,032 feet, marks a historic milestone in mountaineering and skiing, and was documented for a National Geographic film.
Red Bull athlete Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to climb Everest and ski down without supplementary oxygen, capturing the historic feat through breathtaking images, extending his record of high-altitude ski descents.
Polish skier Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to climb Mount Everest and ski down without using supplemental oxygen, completing the feat in four days of ascent and two days of descent, demonstrating a significant achievement in high-altitude skiing.
Polish climber Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to ski down Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen after reaching the summit and spending 16 hours in the 'death zone,' marking a groundbreaking milestone in ski mountaineering.
Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to ski from the summit of Everest to Base Camp without supplemental oxygen, completing the descent on September 22, showcasing a remarkable feat of mountaineering and skiing.
The death of Italian skier Matteo Franzoso during preseason training has reignited debates over safety measures in World Cup skiing, prompting calls for dedicated training courses, enhanced safety protocols, and mandatory protective gear, just months before the Milan-Cortina Olympics.