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Looking up at Vail Mountain can be something akin to staring out across the Atlantic Ocean. It is, after all, the largest single ski mountain in North America. That’s why we’ve compiled this guide to help you know where to ski depending on your ability level, in each area of Vail.
Jan 13, 2009
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The best trails for those just starting their ski or snowboard careers...
Jan 12, 2009
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For more than 60 years, Aspen/Snowmass has offered some of the best skiing and riding in the world. Boasting 5,285 acres of terrain, 336 trails, an average snowfall of 300 inches, and four distinctly different mountains—Aspen has something for every level of skier or rider.
Jan 12, 2009
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When there's lots of snow and lots of people, Vail visitors often set out for the backcountry. It's a thrill. It's a great escape. But beware. Skiing, riding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing in the backcountry always means avalanche danger on and under steep slopes.
Oct 7, 2009
by Shauna Farnell
in Vail Insider Blog
Photo Credit: Matt Gemmill
The first photos of Vail Closing Day 2009 have arrived! Enjoy pictures of the Belle's Camp Closing Party, the Tuaca World Pond Skimming Championships and, of course, Four at 4 as well as some beautiful shots of Vail Mountain's final sunset for the season.
Apr 21, 2009
by John Elliot
in Vail Insider Blog
Photo Credit: Jake Krong (twitter.com/jkrong)
Yesterday (sadly!) was the final day of the ski season on Vail Mountain. The tweets were, as you may imagine, frequent and fantastic.
Apr 20, 2009
in Vail Insider Blog
Justin Ross
While most might think that the cold and snow were my biggest challenge, being a transplant from Texas, they would be wrong. Learning to ski was by far and away my biggest hurdle.
Apr 15, 2009
by Amber Geary
in Sun Valley Insider Blog
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Plum TV caught up with Vail Resorts Ski Instructor Joel Fritz to hear his unique perspective about skiing in the Rocky Mountains. "Without the mountain," he maintains, " I would be a lost soul."
Apr 25, 2011
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John Patrick Crum was invited to go Heli Skiing with local company Epicquest. He of course jumped at the opportunity and was guided on the trip by former Sun Valley Heli Ski owner Mark Baumgardner.
Apr 10, 2011
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One of the first freestyle skiers and World Freestyle Champ in 1972 is none other that Wayne Wong.
Apr 10, 2011
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One of the first freestyle skiers and World "Super Hot Dog" champion in 1974 Bob Salerno talks to Plum TV.
Apr 10, 2011
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