“World’s Largest Ski Pole” Back In Place
What’s affectionately known as “The World’s Largest Ski Pole” has been reinstalled following its latest refurbishment in the New Hampshire ski town of North Conway.
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Forest Fire Burns Close to Californian Ski Resort
A large fire continues to burn less than a mile from historic Mt Baldy ski resort in California, which has been under an evacuation order for about a week.
North America Weekly Roundup #248
(Updated 3 July 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for North America's winter sports destinations.
North America Weekly Roundup #247
(Updated 28 June 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for North America's winter sports destinations.
US East Coast Resort Reopening for Summer Solstice On Snow
Jay Peak in Vermont, which was of the last ski areas in Eastern North America to end its 23-24 season last month, will reopen some terrain this weekend for what they’re calling, The Solstice Session.
Snow in Summer in USA
Whilst much of the US is under a weather warning for extreme heat, mountainous areas in the northwest of the country received winter weather warnings in summer, ahead of snowfall arriving.
North America Weekly Roundup #245
(Updated 12 June 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for North America's winter sports destinations.
North America Weekly Roundup #244
(Updated 5 June 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for North America's winter sports destinations.
Over 3,000 Object To Planned Virgin Mary Statue On Ski Slopes
Plans by the operators of Mt. Shasta Ski Park in California to erect a 20 foot tall statue of the Virgin Mary at a key spot on the slopes have not gone down well with all the locals.
North America Weekly Roundup #243
(Updated 29 May 2024)
A comprehensive review of snow conditions, weather, and updates for North America's winter sports destinations.
US 23-24 Season Snowfall Total 10% Below 10 Year Average
In 23-24 season data, America's National Ski Areas Association reports average snowfall totalled 158” (401cm), 10% below the 10-year average and well below 22-23’s 225” (571cm) average. But business totals were still the 5th best ever.
Arizona Ski Area Opening In June for First Time Ever
The Arizona Snowbowl has announced they’ll be opening in June for the first time in their history.