Skiing vs. Snowboarding for Beginners | What to Learn First

By: Brad McNally

Skiing and snowboarding both offer the chance to get out on the slopes and enjoy yourself, but actually deciding which one you want to start with may be a difficult choice to make. If you’ve never done either, how do you know which is right for you? 

Typically, the choice depends on outside factors like what equipment you already have, for example. If you are renting equipment, on the other hand, you get the luxury of choice.

Beginner Skiers and Snowboarders | 3 Tips to Move Past the Bunny Slopes

By: Brad McNally

Although your snowboard may look great on display in its snowboard mount, it was built for going downhill and you are probably hoping to take it out soon. If you’ve never made it off the bunny slopes yet and are looking to head to bigger hills for the first time, these few tips will help make that transition much easier.

Mastering the Moguls | Ski Mogul Techniques and Tips

By: Lauren Fry

A common misconception I have noticed with skiers, is that they don’t realize their ticket/pass is good for the WHOLE Mountain! No, not just the groomers, the moguls and back bowls too! Too many skiers are scared or intimidated by a long steep mogul field. Even I get intimidated standing at the top when you can’t even see the moguls below because how steep and large they are. 

How to Stay Warm on the Slopes - Skiing and Snowboarding Tips

By Jessy Faraday

It’s that wonderful day out on the ski slopes you've been waiting for! Oh yes, you want to enjoy every bit of it, but can you beat the extreme cold?

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Best Colorado Ski Resorts for Beginners

By Allen Glines

Colorado is a part of the country that’s well-known for its culture of winter sports and other recreational activities. When you make a decision to vacation there, you will find that you have your work cut out for you when it comes to picking which resort you want to frequent. Each individual resort exemplifies the best of what people can do when the weather gets cold. You should make an effort to read the reviews about each of these destinations online before you set out on your journey. Below is a list of five of the top ski resorts that you should frequent.