Tag: Ski Safety

Is Resort Skiing Getting More Dangerous?

by Wendy Clinch | Mar 8, 2022 | General skiing | 7 |

Seems that way to me. In the past few weeks, at least ten people have died in accidents at North...

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Backcountry skiing is booming. Here’s how to stay safe.

by Wendy Clinch | Nov 24, 2020 | General skiing | 3 |

(The following is based on a webinar with a panel of experts, sponsored by the North American...

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A chat with Nikki Champion, Utah Avalanche Forecaster

by Wendy Clinch | Oct 20, 2020 | Interviews | 0 |

Thanks largely to COVID-19, backcountry skiing promises to be bigger than ever this year. This is hardly a surprise. In the backcountry, there’s no social distancing, capacity limitations, or reservation requirements. You don’t need an EPIC or an IKON pass.

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Inbound Avalanches: Yes, they happen. And here’s what you should know.

by Wendy Clinch | Feb 25, 2020 | General skiing | 0 |

We’ve all heard the reports this year about inbound avalanches. It’s...

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You’re stuck on a chairlift. Now what?

by Wendy Clinch | Dec 3, 2019 | General skiing | 2 |

Mount Snow in Vermont had a rough opening weekend. Its Challenger Lift malfunctioned around 11:45...

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