spring
May 25, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
This Spring Stability Workout Will Keep You Strong for the Mountains
As the ski season wanes and the allure of warmer weather beckons, outdoor enthusiasts face a crucial transition period. While…
May 20, 2026
European Ski Resort News
A Surprise Spring Snowfall Blankets the Alps, Offering a Lifeline to Summer Skiing Operations
The Alps experienced an unexpected and significant late-season snowfall event beginning around May 13th, 2026, bringing much-needed winter conditions to…
May 19, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Dramatic Helicopter Rescue on Mount Si’s Haystack Underscores Perils of Spring Mountaineering Amidst Challenging Conditions
A harrowing helicopter rescue unfolded on Mount Si’s treacherous Haystack Rock on a recent Saturday morning, culminating in the extraction…
May 14, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
New England’s Spring Skiing Finale: Black Mountain and Jay Peak Conclude Memorable 2025-26 Seasons Amidst Late-Season Snow and Celebratory Closings
The 2025-2026 ski season in New England has been a testament to resilience and the dedication of snowmaking teams, with…
May 13, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Late Season Spring Storm Delivers Significant Snowfall to Alpine Glaciers and High-Altitude Resorts
The European Alps are currently experiencing a robust late-season meteorological event as a powerful spring storm traverses the mountain range,…
May 13, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Arapahoe Basin Extends 2026 Ski Season to May 17, Cementing ‘The Legend’ Status Amidst Abundant Spring Snowfall and Robust Skier Demand.
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, affectionately known as "The Legend" among the skiing and snowboarding community, has announced its second season…
May 11, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
European Avalanche Fatalities Reach Critical Levels as 2025/2026 Season Surpasses Historical Averages Following Late Spring Tragedies
The European 2025/26 winter season has officially become one of the deadliest in recent decades, with the total number of…
May 05, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Arapahoe Basin Extends Season as North American Resorts Benefit from Late Spring Snowfall and Record Accumulations
Arapahoe Basin in Colorado has officially announced it will extend its 2025–2026 ski season by reopening for a final weekend…
April 28, 2026
European Ski Resort News
Alps Endure Unseasonably Cool Spring with Select High-Altitude Resorts Remaining Open
April 20th, 2026 – The European Alps are experiencing a notably cooler spring than typically observed for this time of…
April 28, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Overnight Mountain Ordeal: Deschutes County SAR Executes 11-Hour Rescue of Hypothermic Hikers on South Sister Amidst Deceptive Spring Conditions
A harrowing 11-hour overnight rescue operation by Deschutes County Search and Rescue (SAR) concluded in the early hours of Thursday,…
