From Japan’s powder to Iceland’s heli-skiing, these dream vacations are booking up fast. Here’s how to start planning. The post 3 Epic Ski Trips Worth Planning Your Winter Around appeared first on SKI.

The North Fork Championship Returned to Idaho last week and there were more than a couple faces familiar to skiing there.

This Sunday, June 21 marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and the official start of summer. This means the beginning of winter, December 21 , is a mere six months away. But look on the bright side: peak daylight in Montreal is exactly seven hours and 14 minutes longer than it will be in December. In […] The post 9 Facts About the Summer Solstice appeared first on SnowBrains.

4 Unbelievable (and Imaginary) New Ski Products Coming Next Winter  POWDER Magazine

The Atomic Maverick 115 CTi is slimmer, more directional, and more versatile than its famous sibling—and right now it's nearly $300 off. The post Deal of the Week: A Powder Ski for the Pros and Average Joes for Less Than $600 appeared first on SKI.

The zone stretches from the top of the Eagle chairlift to Baldy Mountain Resort's peak, tacking on about 600 feet of elevation.

For the first time in several seasons, Eaglecrest Ski Area, Alaska, is increasing season pass prices by approximately 10%. Eaglecrest Ski Area faces the same financial pressures confronting many community-owned ski areas across North America. The City and Borough of Juneau recently adopted a budget aimed at addressing a multimillion-dollar revenue shortfall, forcing city leaders to make difficult decisions about […] The post Alaska’s Eaglecrest Is Raising Prices But at $690 for a Season Pass, It’s Hard to Complain appeared first on SnowBrains.

The Major Investments That Are Growing New Zealand’s Ski Industry  Unofficial Networks