skiing

Indy Pass

October 7, 2022

This winter, think independent…with the Indy Pass! This pass provides two all-day or all-night lift tickets at 110 independently-owned ski and cross-country resorts across North America and Japan, plus a 25% discount on the third day. In its fourth season, more and more resorts are joining the group each year such as Mt Hood Meadows […]

Editor’s Top Finds of 2020: Most Innovative Adventure Items

January 12, 2021

We featured a lot of innovative adventure items in 2020, so our TrailblazerGirl editorial team had a difficult time deciding on the top 3 items, but here are the ones that really stood out. First, the pot that fits in your pocket, Bear Minimum Bear Bowls, That’s right, thanks to their unique design, these bowls […]

Top Outdoor Events of 2020

December 15, 2020

And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes and shares for our 2020 features in the Outdoor Events category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Free Entrance Days in the National Parks, the feature that highlighted the 5 […]

Epic Pass

November 20, 2020

Because of COVID-19, skiing will be different this year…reservations, reservations, reservations! The Epic Pass will give you an advantage by awarding you first dibs on those reservations at the 37 world-class resorts that are part of the Vail Resorts family. That means that with this pass, you have exclusive access to early season skiing and […]

Ikon Pass

November 13, 2020

It’s snowing in some areas, and that means ski season will begin soon! Time to start thinking about making plans for your next ski vacation, and this year, it’s especially important to make those plans early since many resorts will not be offering day-of lift tickets (read: COVID-19 precautions). Consider checking out the Ikon Pass, […]

Wildhorn Kessler Snow Pant

February 26, 2020

Another winner from our friends at Wildhorn! To match the fantastic Frontera jacket, the Kessler Snow Pant will have you covered. Weather resistant to the max with a 12k waterproof rating, DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating, sealed seams, zoned warmth insulated, and gripper elastic on the gaiters to keep the snow from traveling up your legs, these […]

Wildhorn Frontera

February 26, 2020

Time to hit the slopes in the Frontera! Sure, this jacket from our friends at Wildhorn will have you looking good and will keep you warm when temperatures dip, but it really proves its mettle when you’re in deep powder. That’s thanks to the smart, integrated powder skirt inside the jacket. Snap the skirt together, […]

Women’s Backcountry Ski Iceland with Backcountry Babes

February 26, 2020

Coming April 12, 2020. Experience the island known as the Land of Fire and Ice. Join Backcountry Babes for their Women’s Backcountry Ski Iceland, a 7-day adventure for intermediate to advanced level skiers. Hike and ski above the fjords with breathtaking views of the ocean and vast, sweeping terrain with professional, certified and experienced ski guides […]

Gutsy Girls Cross Country Ski and Yoga Week

February 24, 2020

Coming March 15, 2020. Winter adventures galore! Gutsy Girls has a week-long holiday to the Land of the Midnight Sun for those new to the sport of cross country skiing. With expert coaching in small groups, you’ll pick up this fun form of exercise in no time. On skis and snowshoes, you’ll explore Venabydsfjellet, the […]

Chairlift Speed Dating at Wilmot Mountain

February 6, 2020

Coming February 9, 2020. Meet you mate on the mountain! If you’re looking for someone special to spend Valentine’s Day with, check out Chairlift Speed Dating at Wilmot Mountain. This Wisconsin ski resort is a short drive away from Chicago and Milwaukee with nearly 120 skiable acres and 23 trails. A matchmaking service pairs singles up based on […]

Rossignol We Rise Women’s Camp

January 28, 2020

Coming February 7, 2020. Ladies, wax those skis and head to Crystal Mountain for a special collaboration with Rossignol and their We Rise Women’s Camp. Just 2 hours away from Seattle in the heart of the Cascade Mountains, the weekend begins with a welcome party at the main lodge at Crystal Mountain. Saturday and Sunday, enjoy […]

Magic Pass

November 20, 2019

Abracadabra…poof, you’re skiing in the Swiss French alps with the Magic Pass! This annual pass gives you unlimited and unrestricted access to more than 30 resorts, more than 1,000 km of slopes, 16 snowparks, and 2 Olympic halfpipes in western and southern Switzerland. Select from a wide variety of resorts from the small, intimate ones like […]

Snowpass Card

November 18, 2019

The biggest ski pass of the world. Wow, big claim and the Snowpass Card lives up to it! This new pass covers more than 100 ski resorts in 11 European countries. Places like the cosy resort of Auron, near Nice, France; or Maribor Pohorje, together with Areh, the largest winter sports center in Slovenia; or Sierra Nevada (not […]

L’EST GO Card

November 12, 2019

The weather’s turning cold, and you know what that means…it’s almost time to hit the slopes! Get prepared with the L’EST GO Card, a pass that saves you money at four ski resorts in Canada’s Eastern Townships and a clever pun on the phrase, “let’s go” and the French translation of east, est, since the resorts […]

Mt. Bachelor Sunchaser Spring

March 7, 2019

It’s almost here! Sunchaser Spring at Mt. Bachelor is that special time of year when you can ski and snowboard in the spring sunshine. Mt. Bachelor, in Central Oregon, has the largest ski area in the Cascades, and all 4,318 acres of terrain are scheduled to remain open every day through the end of April! […]

Ski-Z Ski Wheel

March 1, 2019

Why lug your skis your shoulder when you can wheel them! The Ski-Z Ski Wheel is a clever pocket-sized invention that will make the trek to the slope so much easier. Insert the tips of your skis into the caddy, secure them with the velcro strap, and you’re set to go. Push or pull, either […]

March Women’s Ski Camp at Snowbird

March 1, 2019

Coming March 10, 2019. Learn from the “ski industry’s fear specialist”! The March Women’s Ski Camp at Snowbird will be led by Mermer Blakeslee, accomplished author of A Conversation With Fear, an insightful book chronicling the philosophy and strategies she’s developed about fear, learning, and innovation. Designed for ladies comfortable on the blue and black runs, the camp […]

Cloud Nine Nuptials

February 13, 2019

Coming February 14, 2019. Say “I do” on Cloud Nine at Snow Mountain! We know you’re happy and floating on cloud nine, but we’re referring to the top of the Cloud Nine run at this Vermont resort for the Cloud Nine Nuptials. Ride to the summit for the morning ceremony with the Justice of the […]

Runs N’ Roses

February 12, 2019

Coming February 14, 2019. No, it’s not Scooby Doo trying to say his favorite band is Guns N’ Roses. It’s the Runs N’ Roses Valentine’s Day event at Gunstock Resort! As New Hampshire’s closest major resort to Boston and home to the first chairlift in New England, this 2,200 acre resort is the site of […]

RED Mountain Resort Skied Dating

February 11, 2019

Coming February 14, 2019. Love is in the air! This Valentine’s Day, hit the slopes at RED Mountain Resort for their Skied Dating event. This resort in British Columbia is just 9 miles north of the US-Canadian border and offers 4,200 acres of pristine skiing and a variety of challenging terrain for all levels of skier […]

Snowpine Lodge

January 28, 2019

A lodge that just (re-)opened this month at a ski-only resort (sorry snowboarders!)! It’s the Snowpine Lodge at Alta in northern Utah, known for it’s legendary champagne powder. Dating back to the 1800’s, the building was once a general store, post office, army barracks and public shelter, and in 1938, it became the Snowpine Lodge for […]

Women On snoW Camp

January 25, 2019

Coming February 10 and March 22, 2019. Known for being one of the first in the country to offer female focused skiing and riding camps, Stratton Mountain is the place to be. The Women On snoW (WOW) Camp is geared towards all ability levels and brings together like-minded women in a supportive and fun environment with […]

Winter Trails Day at Schweitzer

January 23, 2019

January 26, 2019. Hit the snow-covered trails at Schweitzer Mountain Resort! This resort in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho has 2900 acres of terrain and an average of 300 inches of annual snowfall, and this weekend they are hosting Winter Trails Day with free trail access to their snowshoe trails and the Nordic ski trails […]

Snowfeet

January 18, 2019

A new way to have fun on the snow! Snowfeet are a hybrid between super short skis and skates. Lightweight and compact, they are designed out of fiberglass reinforced material with metal edges, a heel brake and adjustable bindings. No special boots are needed – just use your snowboard boots or any waterproof winter boots. […]