Skiing, hiking and dogsledding will never be the same in Svalbard, Norway, which has warmed more than twice as quickly as the rest of the Arctic. The islands may be isolated, but the changes aren’t.
Tag Archives: Skiing
Former Paralympic Coach Comes ‘Full Circle’ After Losing a Leg
Jon Kreamelmeyer, whose right leg was amputated last year, prefers to see it as a transformation rather than a disability.
Big Sky Is Sprawling, Luxurious and Pricey. And Maybe the Future of Skiing.
With lift tickets above $225 and surcharges of up to $100 to ride the tram to the top, the vast Montana resort is delivering a high-end experience. Is it a solution to skiing’s problems?
Sheina Vaspi Shines, but Does Not Compromise, at the Paralympics
Sheina Vaspi’s membership in the Chabad movement of Judaism led to her wearing a skirt on the slopes. But skiing on the Sabbath was a nonstarter.
The End of the Ski Trail Map?
At ski resorts around the country, the familiar paper map is disappearing, as mountains push skiers to use apps and other digital resources. But some skiers are pushing back.
Meet Vasu Sojitra: The Athlete Challenging Ideas About What Is Possible
Vasu Sojitra lost his right leg at 9 months. Now 30, he recently completed what is believed to be the first disabled ski descent of Denali. He hopes to encourage others to follow.
Pyeongchang Still Awaits Its Olympic Payoff
One of South Korea’s poorest regions hoped that hosting the 2018 Games would bring tourists and prosperity. It hasn’t really happened.
Why Chinese Americans Are Talking About Eileen Gu
The critical crossfire Ms. Gu has faced has implications that go far beyond the Olympic slopes, Chinese Americans say. And some see themselves in the duality she has embraced.
Can an Old Skier Learn New Tricks?
With Olympic skiers and snowboarders flying through the air, how hard can a simple 360 be? As it turns out, pretty hard.
For the Games, Xi Ordered Up a Snow Sports Fever. Will it Last?
China said it succeeded on a vow by Xi Jinping, the country’s top leader, to nurture millions of winter sports enthusiasts. But will the interest last after the Winter Games end?
Beijing Winter Olympics: Why Many Are Not Watching
Instead of showing the best of what humanity can do, this year’s Olympics seem to reflect what we can’t.
Mikaela Shiffrin and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Are Ski Racing’s Power Couple
The American and Norwegian, each multiple gold medal threats, got serious during the pandemic, as Kilde helped Shiffrin rediscover her love of skiing after her father died.
How Beijing Created Snow for the Winter Olympics
The environmentally unfriendly secret of winter sports is that many competitions take place on artificial snow. China’s water-scarce capital had to go to enormous lengths to make enough of it.
Who Gets to Ski?
The mountains are too crowded. The sport is too expensive. Several resorts are trying to fix a number of problems. How are they doing?
Was He Really Having a Heart Attack?
The doctor insisted he was — but he felt it couldn’t be true. One of them was right.
In Vermont, a Town Saved a Mountain, and a Mountain Saved a Town
After the Ascutney ski resort in Vermont closed because of erratic snowfall and mismanagement, it threatened to take with it the nearby town of West Windsor. The community took the situation into its own hands.
For Skiers, a Winter of Discontent
With resorts having trouble hiring and employees calling out sick, visitors have been frustrated by idled lifts, limited services and closed terrain. Some of the biggest complaints have come from Epic Pass holders.
The ‘Best Spring Skiing Anywhere’? Try Crete
The Greek island has no lifts, no lodges, no trail maps. But for those willing to climb for their turns, it’s got miles of wide-open terrain, dependable spring snow and no crowds.
Grand Teton in Wyoming Is An Obsession for Some Skiers
Many people dream, talk and plan of skiing Grand Teton for years, only to be forced by poor conditions to start their wait all over. But the obsession never fades.
This Doctor Has Skied Up a Mountain Every Winter Day for 30 Years
Dr. Craig Perrinjaquet has skied up a Colorado mountain every winter morning for 30 years. A friend says it’s the least interesting thing about him.
Fires, Landslides, Lack of Snow: The Ski Industry Girds for Battle
From firestorms in California’s Tahoe region to melting glaciers in the Alps, ski areas face a daunting array of environmental threats. Here’s what some resorts are doing.
After Warm Start to Snow Season, Colorado Resorts Look for Relief
Record high temperatures have left mountain resorts across the state reliant on artificial snow. Winter storms predicted for this week could change that.
What to Expect as Ski Areas Head Into Another Pandemic Season
With fewer Covid protocols at many resorts, guests can expect shorter lift lines and less outdoor masking. But policies differ, depending on the area, so know before you go.
Tips For Saving on Your Ski Getaway
Rising demand and supply shortages suggest you rent or buy before the snow flies.
How to Ski Smarter in the Age of Multi-Mountain Passes
Resort companies’ focus on season passes has changed skiing, but savvy skiers can dodge the crowds and reap the benefits.
Like Skiing, But Can’t Afford a Season Pass? Indy Ski Pass Could Be the Answer
The lower-cost pass targets skiers who like to stay local and sample smaller, independently owned mountains, while saving money.
Can California Tourism Survive Climate Change?
The most popular state for tourism in the U.S. endured record wildfires, drought and flooding just this year. “The rate of change has been so dramatic,” says one local scientist. “If I was the California tourism industry, I’d be really worried.”
Squaw Valley Resort, Acknowledging ‘Racist and Sexist’ Name, Changes It
The resort, the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, will now be known as Palisades Tahoe.
Workers at Exclusive Montana Resort Reach $1 Million Wage Settlement
A group of guest workers from Jamaica had accused the Yellowstone Club and Hospitality Staffing Solutions of shortchanging their wages and tips.
Czech Billionaire Is Among 5 Killed in Heli-Skiing Crash Near Alaska Glacier
Petr Kellner, the wealthiest person in the Czech Republic according to the Forbes list of billionaires, was part of the excursion, according to those who chartered the flight.
Skiing in Himalayas Is ‘Like a Beautiful Dream,’ Despite Conflict and Coronavirus
A Kashmir resort is welcoming the highest number of skiers in decades as Indians eager to get outdoors after lockdowns flock there even amid a simmering separatist movement and a security clampdown.
Getaway Planning Tips: How to Prepare for Your Next Escape
Right now, pulling off a getaway to the great outdoors requires extensive planning. Here’s what to keep in mind.
What You Need to Know About Avalanche Safety in the Backcountry
A dangerously unstable snowpack and an influx of people to the backcountry have contributed to a rash of deaths this winter. Here’s what you need to know about avalanche safety.
A Surge of Women in Ski Patrols, Once Nearly All Men
The women say they bring a more varied approach and perspective to policing errant skiers and helping distressed ones.
Covid Restrictions Might Factor Into Avalanche Deaths, Experts Say
In the first week of February, avalanches in the United States killed at least 14 people, an extraordinarily high number. Experts say one explanation might be increased interest in outdoor activities during the coronavirus pandemic.
4 Skiers Killed in Avalanche in Utah, Officials Say
It was the third such deadly episode in days and the deadliest avalanche in the United States since May 2014, according to the authorities.
Three Skiers Missing After Avalanche in Colorado, Officials Say
Recovery efforts were suspended on Tuesday because of hazardous conditions and will resume Wednesday, the San Juan County Office of Emergency Management said.
N.Y. Ski Conditions: A Snowslide, Few Lift Tickets, Beer in the Parking Lot
“At least we are freaking open,” one resort owner said.
Finding a Foothold for Nordic Skiing in Rural Alaska
The harsh wind-hammered tundra sometimes complicates the prospect, as do the polar bears. But the children are enthusiastic pupils.
Struggling to get a Refund From Vail Resorts
A reader writes in, saying he can’t ski because he can’t get into the state. It’s a very 2020 — wait, 2021 — travel predicament.
Austrian Lockdown Covers Schools and Stores, but Not Ski Hills
A sunny holiday weekend drew a crush of skiers to Austria’s slopes, with crowded lift lines and parking lots making a mockery of social distancing rules.
‘Stay Alive and Survive’: Ski Resorts Brace for a Pandemic Season
Many have put capacity restrictions in place, even as new lockdowns may spook visitors.
At French Resorts, Skiing Has Become an Uphill Sport
The government closed ski lifts, fearing they might spread the coronavirus. The skiers came anyway.
Experts Issue Warnings After 3 Skiers Die in Colorado Avalanches
State and local authorities urged skiers to be vigilant and monitor forecasts, particularly in mountainous backcountry areas.
Escape From the City: 9 Winter Outings That Fight Cabin Fever
Snow biking near Seattle, winter bird-watching near New York and seven other cold-weather activities near large U.S. cities.
It’s the Winter of Backcountry. Here’s How to Start Safely.
The pandemic has many people wanting to avoid crowded slopes. Going into the backcountry requires avalanche knowledge or a guide. Here are suggestions for taking part across the United States.
A Chilling Question Divides Europe: Open Ski Slopes or Keep Them Closed?
Leading up to the Christmas season, France, Germany and Italy will keep slopes shut, but Austria and Switzerland have vowed to reopen theirs, in Europe’s latest struggle to coordinate a pandemic response.
Ghost Ships
My sister was my other half until we tacked in different directions, making our own life choices.
7 Places Where the Slopes Are Less Skied
These under-the-radar resorts offer plenty of room to turn, and plenty of challenge amid a winter of social distancing.
8 Rules for Skiing This Season
Being out on the slopes is a perfect pandemic escape. It’s everything around the skiing that’s hard. What you need to know to navigate this year.