Worthy Causes | The Ski Diva

How the outdoor industry is stepping up to the Covid-19 crisis.

by Wendy Clinch | Apr 6, 2020 | Worthy Causes | 0 |

“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look...

Making A Difference, Ski-Style.

by Wendy Clinch | Dec 27, 2016 | Worthy Causes | 7 |

Christmas has come and gone, along with the all-out consumer binge-fest we’ve been in for the past few months. It’s kind of hard to avoid. The commercials have been running since Halloween, the stores have been offering deals you simply can’t pass up, and money goes faster than Santa sliding down a chimney. And while giving to those we love is very, very nice, it’s also worth noting that there are lots of others out there who could use some help. With this in mind, I’ve put together a list of ski-related charities that are definitely worth supporting. So before you put your wallet away, take a moment to review the following. I hope you’ll consider making a contribution.

Beyond the Ice Bucket Challenge

by Wendy Clinch | Aug 19, 2014 | Worthy Causes | 1 |

Sometimes things take off big time on the internet: people dancing to Pharrell Williams’ “Happy,” Grumpy Cat, flash mobs, anything about Toronto Mayor Rob Ford. So when something new starts popping up on your Facebook feed, it’s easy to dismiss it as just another flash in the pan. The Ice Bucket Challenge is one of these things. Seems everywhere you look, someone is getting dumped on with a bucket of ice water. Justin Timberlake, Ethel Kennedy, Mark Zuckerburg, even me:

Taking Kids from City Streets to Mountain Peaks.

by Wendy Clinch | Oct 29, 2013 | Interviews, Worthy Causes | 3 |

For a lot of people, skiing is entirely off their radar. Either they don’t have a family member or a friend to get them involved, or it’s so removed from their lives that it doesn’t even register. And while skiing may not affect everyone as profoundly as it did me, exposure to the sport does have its benefits. It’s a way to enjoy the outdoors in the winter, connect with mountains, and stay physically fit. Plus it’s just plain fun.