Red Mountain Sets Out to Become a Ski Area Co-Op Erme Catino|January 9, 2018 Red Mountain, British Columbia, uses crowdfunding campaign to raise money for ski-area investments.
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Skiers and Snowboarders Megan Michelson|January 2, 2018 A new year is upon us. To help inspire your winter missions, we’ve come up with 10 ideas for bucket-list goals for 2018. (Sticking to them is up to you.)
Meet Mario Molina, the new executive director of Protect Our Winters Megan Michelson|December 21, 2017 Molina discusses his goals at POW, why he thinks climate change should be the outdoor industry’s next big issue, and the future of ski resorts.
Two Skiers Set Out to Make a Film About Life and Loss Megan Michelson|December 18, 2017 A new film about pro skiers Eva Walkner and Jackie Paaso documents the losses they suffered, the joys they rediscovered and the ways a sport can shape you.
The Life of an Eastern Sierra Avalanche Forecaster Monica Prelle|December 15, 2017 11 years ago, Josh Feinberg lost a close friend—and nearly died himself—in an avalanche. Now, he's devoted his life to helping others avoid a similar fate.
11 Things to Know Before You Head into the Backcountry Megan Michelson|December 14, 2017 Avalanche instructor and heli-ski guide Lel Tone shares 11 tips every skier or rider should know to help them make good decisions in the backcountry.
Semi-Rad: The Joy of Postholing Brendan Leonard|December 8, 2017 When your boot punches through the top layer of snow, don't let your heart sink simultaneously. Brendan Leonard explains how to find "joy" in postholing.
The Nature Fix: Why We’re Hardwired for Adventure Florence Williams|December 6, 2017 Florence Williams explains why the thirst for new, exciting experiences is part of our DNA, and how adventuring can be powerful for our psyches.
Semi-Rad: An Ode to Ski Resort Food Courts Brendan Leonard|November 29, 2017 Maybe you’ve had one of those ski days: 7 inches of powder, very little wind, mild temperatures and a somehow uncrowded mountain where you’r...
Finding Home in Alaska’s Backcountry Shannon Kuhn|November 24, 2017 Korean-Alaskan Adventurer and REI member Shannon Kuhn shares how backcountry skiing helped her see Alaska, her home state, from a new perspective.
An Abbreviated History of Modern Ski Technology Megan Michelson|November 22, 2017 Discover the fascinating evolution of ski technology history! From wooden skis to modern designs, explore the innovations that have revolutionized the sport. Read more on REI's blog.
Arbor Ambassador Marie-France Roy on Snowboarding and Sustainability Aer Parris|November 1, 2017 The gulf between snowboarding and environmentalism has been vast—even though the board community relies heavily on the environment. Over the...
