Podcasts about Big Mountain

On this episode of the Do Epic Shit Today Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Olly Wrinch. A retired Big Mountain skier and mountain biker, Olly has since found his purpose as a Stress Management and Sleep Optimization Coach - and holy crap, he's epic at it.Our conversation left me speechless at times. Olly shared powerful insights on perspective, validation, and navigating life's journey. His grounded, compassionate approach is something we all need more of.A few key takeaways from our chat:You are enough - just as you are. Full stop.Sleep is crucial for both performance and managing stress.We often chase outcomes, but the magic is in learning to love the process.Stress is a natural part of life. The real issue? Not recovering from it - leading to burnout.It's okay to humble yourself. If something feels too big, shrink the task - not your worth.Reflect on this: Where are you seeking validation? Is it serving you?This episode feels like a virtual hug - a reminder of your value as a human, a deep dive into how stress affects performance and daily life, and a beautiful truth: regardless of your accolades or medals, you are enough.–Instagram:@ollywrinchSetting deadlines and why it's so important to see them through - Clip here Focusing on the process vs focusing on the outcome -  Clip here Support the showStay in Touch & Check out: The DEST Podcast episodes on Youtube The DEST Podcast & Hannah on Instagram DEST Merch (Use Code Tallish10 for 10% Off)

In this podcast episode, Lukas Furtenbach, founder of Furtenbach Adventures, and Steve House discuss Lukas' work in high-altitude expedition mountaineering. They discuss the development of hypoxic pre-acclimatization techniques and how technologies like xenon gas are being used to reduce expedition durations. The conversation addresses the ethical debates around these technologies, commercialization of Everest, and the reasons behind Lukas' decision to utilize xenon gas in a ground breaking expedition beginning in May. This is part two in the Uphill Athlete podcast series surrounding the discussion of the use of xenon in mountaineering.

Patrick Gillespie had a profound NDE-like experience at just 11 years old - a moment that forever changed his understanding of life, the world, and the unseen realms beyond. Since then, powerful dreams and spiritual encounters have continued to shape his path. A poet, novelist, and true explorer of the soul, Patrick now shares his journey through his novel Tiny House, Big Mountain - a story inspired by his experiences, where small spaces lead to big adventures and a life lived with heart. He's also the creative mind behind the poetry blog PoemShape, where his thoughtful reflections blend beautifully with rhythm and rhyme. For more about Patrick, visit: https://poemshape.wordpress.com/ And his book at: https://raw-earth-ink.com/2023/06/27/new-book-tiny-house-big-mountain-a-novel-by-patrick-gillespie/

Send us a textWelcome to Guess the Year! This is an interactive, competitive podcast series where you will be able to play along and compete against your fellow listeners. Here is how the scoring works:10 points: Get the year dead on!7 points: 1-2 years off4 points: 3-5 years off1 point: 6-10 years offGuesses can be emailed to drandrewmay@gmail.com or texted using the link at the top of the show notes (please leave your name).I will read your scores out before the next episode, along with the scores of your fellow listeners! Please email your guesses to Andrew no later than 12pm EST on the day the next episode posts if you want them read out on the episode (e.g., if an episode releases on Monday, then I need your guesses by 12pm EST on Wednesday; if an episode releases on Friday, then I need your guesses by 12 pm EST on Monday). Note: If you don't get your scores in on time, they will still be added to the overall scores I am keeping. So they will count for the final scores - in other words, you can catch up if you get behind, you just won't have your scores read out on the released episode. All I need is your guesses (e.g., Song 1 - 19xx, Song 2 - 20xx, Song 3 - 19xx, etc.). Please be honest with your guesses! Best of luck!!The answers to today's ten songs can be found below. If you are playing along, don't scroll down until you have made your guesses. .....Have you made your guesses yet? If so, you can scroll down and look at the answers......Okay, answers coming. Don't peek if you haven't made your guesses yet!.....Intro song: Funky Donkey by Beastie Boys (2011)Song 1: Glass Onion by The Beatles (1968)Song 2: Baby, I Love Your Way by Big Mountain (1994)Song 3: Because I Got High by Afroman (2000)Song 4: Scientist Studies by Death Cab for Cutie (2000)Song 5: Kisses on Fire by ABBA (1979)Song 6: Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen (1984)Song 7: Sigma Oasis by Phish (2020)Song 8: Sweater Weather by The Neighborhood (2012)Song 9: Footsteps in the Dark by The Isley Brothers (1977)Song 10: Mrs. Train by They Might Be Giants (1994)

Luke Koppa talks with several of our reviewers about some of the latest gear they've been testing. Paul Forward discusses a bunch of the lightweight powder touring skis he's been on, as well as some new models from Heritage Lab. Then, Kristin Sinnott and Sascha Anastas cover some new all-mountain skis and apparel that they've been using, and we round things out with a conversation with Dylan Wood about some very interesting new big-mountain skis, including the Dynastar M-Free 112, how it compares to the Rossignol Sender Free 110, the Head Kore 112 Ti, and more.RELATED LINKS:Our Blister Recommended ShopsGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+ Ep. 226 w/ Heritage Lab SkisTOPICS & TIMES:Paul Forward's Recent Touring (1:42)Black Diamond Helio 115 (5:37)La Sportiva Capo (13:27)ON3P Billy Goat 118 Tour (16:29)Faction La Machines (18:46)Heritage Lab Models (22:37)Kristin Sinnott & New Head Kores (41:44)RMU Valhalla 97 (43:49)New Apparel (45:13)Sascha Anastas & DPS Wailers (48:33)Buttnski Down Pants (51:51)Rossignol Apres Slippers (54:04)Dylan Wood & 190 cm Moment Wildcat (56:27)Dynastar M-Free 112 vs. Rossignol Sender Free 110 (1:01:00)Head Kore 112 Ti (1:09:30)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TJH 872: Cords Cut Today on episode 872 of the Jamhole our heroes discuss alien abduction day, poop cycles, volcanic vents, the Big Mountain, and more! The Jamhole - Stay hungry, stay foolish.

Jonathan talks with Todd Ligare about his career in big-mountain skiing; his background in ski racing; movies & marriage; his two new 5-minute ski films, On the Hunt Part 1 & Part 2; Sammy Carlson; Mikaela Shiffrin; the current world cup ski racing season; & more.RELATED LINKS:On the Hunt, Part 1On the Hunt, Part 25850 Fest, Sun Valley, IdahoBlister Rec Shop: Gear WestBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredTOPICS & TIMES:Blister Rec Shop: Gear West (3:46)BLISTER+ Get Yourself Covered (4:25)Todd @ the Blister Summit (7:11)Todd's 2 New Films: On the Hunt (8:45)On the Hunt, Part 1 (13:12)On the Hunt, Part 2 (14:49)Movies & Marriage (19:12)Inception on Blister Cinematic (27:24)Ski Racing & Big-Mountain Skiing (30:11)Growing Up & Getting into Racing (35:08)Favorite Disciplines? (39:13)What Were Your Aspirations in Skiing? (42:39)Who Did You Look Up to in Racing? (47:08)From Ski Racing to Freeriding (50:17)10 Years on Armada (59:19)Gear Nerd (1:05:16)Sammy Carlson's Style (1:11:20)World Cup Ski Racing (1:18:14)Mikaela Shiffrin (1:22:09)Marcel Hirscher (1:26:30)Ways to Improve World Cup Ski Racing? (1:29:28)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicBlister PodcastCRAFTEDBikes & Big Ideas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Send us a textIn this episode we talk with big mountain skier (and gravel/mountain/road cyclist, runner, physical trainer):The evolution of nutrition on long days in the mountainsGetting into gravel cyclingHis approach to eating enough to fuel adventuresWhy strength is important for all athletesJohn Collinson grew up on the hill at Snowbird Ski Resort with his sister, Angel. Their dad worked in the snow safety department, so the pair was skiing and understanding the mountains from a very young age. John's mom homeschooled them in winter, allowing them to spend more time on skis. At 17, John won the Junior Freeskiing World tour, and the same year became the youngest person to climb the seven summits: the highest peak on each continent, and he did it in a year. After that he knew skiing had to be a part of his life, and kept competing on the Freeskiing circuit, as well as started a career filming with Sherpas Cinema. He then started filming with Teton Gravity Research & Matchstick Productions. From 2018-2022, John had a string of knee injuries, which led him down a road of discovery and learning about the human body. Showing his recoveries online inspired a new tangent to his career, offering online workout programs, as well as working as an in-person physical trainer. He's found another passion in helping people move and feel better through exercise. Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis and treatment.Connect w/ John: IG: @johncollinsonYouTube: @johncollinson4951Mentioned:Hip & Core Program12 Week Ski Season Prep ProgramGnarly Nutrition Electrolyte: amzn.to/3WEesANGnarly Fuel 2.0: amzn.to/4hAZfZCGnarly Protein (whey): amzn.to/4gzSuX7Gnarly Protein (vegan)PinarelloMORE NR New customers save 10% off all products on our website with the code NEWPOD10 If you would like to work with our practitioners, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/work-with-us/ Save 20% on all supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off right away with an additional $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Interested in blood testing? Use code NUTRITIONALREVOLUTION at InsideTracker for 10% off any test: store.insidetracker.com/nutritionalrevolution If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

Caite Zeliff a professional skier from North Conway, New Hampshire, grew up in a ski-centric community that fueled her passion for the sport. Thanks to a local program providing free lessons and equipment, she discovered skiing as a first grader, despite the financial challenges faced by her single mother. Falling in love with the slopes, Caite pursued ski racing, competing nationally and internationally before attending college as a Division 1 athlete. ⁣ After a ski injury in college, Caite left the University of New Hampshire and moved to Jackson, Wyoming, to embrace big mountain skiing. Starting as a barback, she immersed herself in the local ski culture and gained backcountry expertise. Her breakthrough came in 2018, winning the Red Bull "Kings and Queens of Corbet's" competition, a pivotal moment that launched her professional career and earned sponsorships from The North Face. ⁣ Caite's  journey reflects resilience and a deep connection to her roots. She has competed in major events, filmed with Warren Miller and Teton Gravity Research, and even tackled Alaska's peaks. However, injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, have reshaped her perspective, shifting her focus from risk to growth, community, and cultural exploration through skiing.

An unstoppable behind the scenes force of musical nature since his 1994 breakthrough as a producer with “Sweet Sensual Love,” Big Mountain's follow-up to their smash “Baby I Love Your Way,” and keyboardist on their Reggae Sunsplash tour, Kevin Flournoy has amassed a dizzyingly prolific all-star resume in the jazz, pop and R&B realms over the past three decades. Kevin has written, performed or recorded with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, and Jamie Foxx. Now, marking an extraordinary 30 years as the music industry's premiere “go-to” guy in a multitude of arenas, Kevin is finally emerging as a recording artist in his own right, writing, recording and producing his independent debut album Vers•a•tility. The keyboardist/producer features a dynamic array of guest artists, complementing legends he has worked with throughout his career with hand-selected young and vibrant artists on the rise. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40025]

An unstoppable behind the scenes force of musical nature since his 1994 breakthrough as a producer with “Sweet Sensual Love,” Big Mountain's follow-up to their smash “Baby I Love Your Way,” and keyboardist on their Reggae Sunsplash tour, Kevin Flournoy has amassed a dizzyingly prolific all-star resume in the jazz, pop and R&B realms over the past three decades. Kevin has written, performed or recorded with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, and Jamie Foxx. Now, marking an extraordinary 30 years as the music industry's premiere “go-to” guy in a multitude of arenas, Kevin is finally emerging as a recording artist in his own right, writing, recording and producing his independent debut album Vers•a•tility. The keyboardist/producer features a dynamic array of guest artists, complementing legends he has worked with throughout his career with hand-selected young and vibrant artists on the rise. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40025]

An unstoppable behind the scenes force of musical nature since his 1994 breakthrough as a producer with “Sweet Sensual Love,” Big Mountain's follow-up to their smash “Baby I Love Your Way,” and keyboardist on their Reggae Sunsplash tour, Kevin Flournoy has amassed a dizzyingly prolific all-star resume in the jazz, pop and R&B realms over the past three decades. Kevin has written, performed or recorded with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, and Jamie Foxx. Now, marking an extraordinary 30 years as the music industry's premiere “go-to” guy in a multitude of arenas, Kevin is finally emerging as a recording artist in his own right, writing, recording and producing his independent debut album Vers•a•tility. The keyboardist/producer features a dynamic array of guest artists, complementing legends he has worked with throughout his career with hand-selected young and vibrant artists on the rise. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40025]

Jason Walker discusses the latest in local sports around Cache Valley and the  A breakdown of the matchups in the Mountain West on Tuesday, particularly the Colorado State - San Diego State game and the potential knock-on effects for both teams and what it would mean for both down the line. Leon Rice shows his class by making a donation to the Cache Community Food Pantry in tandem with those behind the "Leon's Tantrum Tracker" Which upcoming games will be the toughest for Utah State and what will it take for the Aggies to secure a high seed in the NCAA Tournament? Honors for USU Gymnastics and USU Track & Field athletes.

Listen to everything from the beginning at davidrovics.com/ahistoryoftheworld or just start with this one! 1970's and 1980's The blowing up of a dam and the birth of the Icelandic environmental movement The discovery of the FBI's Cointelpro by the Citizens' Commission to Investigate the FBI The imprisonment and escape from prison of Assata Shakur The CIA-backed coup in Chile, and solidarity from East Kilbride, Scotland The struggle for land and freedom at Big Mountain and the Navajo/Hopi dispute The collective construction of the world's biggest windmill in Denmark The CIA-backed coup in Australia that overthrew Gough Whitlam's government The Iranian Revolution and the seizure of the US Embassy by students Armed Republican resistance in Ireland, and the 1981 prison hunger strikes Civil war in El Salvador

Get ready for a jam-packed episode that's as exciting as it is informative! We're diving into the power of black foods, the protein-packed perks of fava bean tofu, and tackling the big question: can you really get enough iron on a vegan diet? We'll also explore how plant-based diets help combat inflammation and share a hot-off-the-press study debunking myths about plant-based alternatives—all with a side of Violife cheese deliciousness. Don't miss this feast for your mind!   Podcast sponsors: - Vedge Vegan Collagen: vedgenutrition.com – use code S4G for 30% off your order. - https://www.vedgenutrition.com/   “Food is not, for some people, just about sheer nutritional intake. There's history. There's heritage. There's comfort. There's an emotional connection to the things we eat.” -  Jason Wrobel   What we discuss in this episode: - Exploring the unique benefits of black foods. - Debunking the myth: Can you get enough iron on a vegan diet? Plus, top vegan iron sources and how to boost iron absorption. - Heme vs. non-heme iron: Key differences between meat and plant-based iron. - Phytic acid: Its unexpected health benefits.  - Listener Q&A: Can a whole-food, plant-based diet reduce joint pain? How it lowers inflammation and supports joint health. - Practical tips for reducing inflammation—and how eating animals can increase it. - Exposing the ultra-processed myth: How meat and dairy industries spin stories about plant-based alternatives.   Resources: - Super Tonic Herbs Morning Jing: MORNING JING - Morning Smoothie - Super Tonic Herbal Formulas - https://supertonicherbs.com/product/morning-jing-is-back/ - Big Mountain fava bean tofu: Soy-free Tofu - https://bigmountainfoods.com/products/soy-free-tofu - Violife Chihuahua cheese: Just like Chihuahua bloque | Violife - https://www.violife.com/es-mx/nuestros-productos/just-like-chihuahua-bloque - Iron and vegetarian diets | The Medical Journal of Australia - https://www.mja.com.au/journal/2013/199/4/iron-and-vegetarian-diets - A multicriteria analysis of meat and milk alternatives from nutritional, health, environmental, and cost perspectives - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39621907/#:~:text=Here%2C%20we%20conduct%20a%20multicriteria,our%20assessment%20across%20all%20domains   ★☆★ Click the link below to support the ADD SOY Act! ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/add-soy-act/ ★☆★ Share the website and get your resources here ★☆★ https://kidsandmilk.org/ ★☆★ Send us a voice message and ask a question. We want to hear from you! ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/podcast/ ★☆★ Dairy-Free Swaps Guide: Easy Anti-Inflammatory Meals, Recipes, and Tips ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/dairy-free-swaps-guide ★☆★SUPPORT SWITCH4GOOD★☆★ https://switch4good.org/support-us/ ★☆★ JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ★☆★  https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastchat ★☆★ SWITCH4GOOD WEBSITE ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/ ★☆★ ONLINE STORE ★☆★ https://shop.switch4good.org/shop/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ★☆★ https://www.instagram.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ★☆★ https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ★☆★ https://twitter.com/Switch4GoodOrg ★☆★ AMAZON STORE ★☆★ https://www.amazon.com/shop/switch4good ★☆★ DOWNLOAD THE ABILLION APP ★☆★ https://app.abillion.com/users/switch4good

Send us a textRicky Thompson is back with more MWC coverage!  Joined by JY of The Big Mountain Podcast, the two discuss the new additions to the MW and what it means for football and basketball.The Big Mountain Podcast: https://youtube.com/@thebigmountainpodcast?si=i5hRgbP7vQB62yeWCollege Football Podcast focused on the Big Ten and Mountain West ConferencesThe Pit Press NM Website: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/For news, articles, podcasts, and live streams - exclusive UNM and MWC coverage.Youtube - Live! Stream and Podcast: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/Website: ThePitPressNM.com

It's opening week on Big Mountain, and winter fun is in full swing! This episode highlights the Flathead Valley's must-attend events, including the Showcase of Chefs, Kalispell Holiday Stroll, and a Nordic Lutefisk dinner. Don't miss live performances like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical and the Gypsy Theatre Guild's A Christmas Carol. Plus, check out festive markets, local music, and more to make your week merry and bright. Tune in and start planning your holiday season! Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation - FVSEF Showcase of the Chef - PRAY FOR SNOW 2024 RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL Daily Inter Lake -- Holmes for Holidays Press Play with Denim Gold Nordic Lutefisk & Meatball Dinner Holiday Pop-Up at Depot Park A Christmas Carol Radio Broadcast Gypsy Theatre Guild's "A Christmas Carol" Crafty Women Holiday Market and Soroptimist International Bake Sale 4th Annual Holiday Makers Market at Galaxy Glass A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at lorensauto.com. Check out Season 2 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, dropping on 10/27/24! Reporter Kate Heston presents a four-part series on the Endangered Species Act, exploring the species most at-risk in northwest Montana. Discover how the law has helped some recover from near extinction and the challenges when federal and state protections overlap.Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us! Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play.

Sam and Adrian follow up on their conversation started in Episode 15. After discussion high altitude climbing and acclimatization, the two dive into a conversation about pre-acclimatization using hypoxic tents, and the program that Alpenglow Expeditions has established in Rapid Ascent. The program utilizes pre-acclimatization alongside advanced trip logistics to reduce the total expedition time by 25-50%. 

What are two of the best things in the world? Deep powder skiing and a great food truck. And today, we're talking about both with professional skier, Yu Sasaki. We also talk about Yu's beautiful short film, Home From Home; moving from Hokkaido, Japan, to Revelstoke; the ins-and-outs of running a food truck; and more.RELATED LINKS:Watch Yu's Film: Home From HomeBecome a BLISTER+ MemberCheck out the Blister Craft CollectiveTOPICS & TIMES:New Film (2:52)Japan Origins (5:49)Food and Canada (7:59)Food Truck (10:21)Planning His Menu (15:08)2 Food Trucks and Ramen (16:27)Logistics (19:41)He Skis in the Winter, Staff Runs the Trucks (22:19)How to Identify Good Food Trucks (25:24)Ten Minute Timeline (29:23)Favorite Food Trucks (31:00)Craft Obsessions and Freeride Coaching (33:05)Upcoming Ski Season (36:03)Closing (38:21)SEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Willkommen zur neuen Folge von Hot Seats & Cold Brews! Diesmal haben wir einiges auf dem Zettel. Dennis erzählt von seinem letzten Trip nach Italien, bei dem er von einem fetten Unwetter überrascht wurde – inklusive umherfliegender Solarplatten und jeder Menge Chaos. Danach tauchen wir in die Highlights des diesjährigen Rampage-Events ein. Wir quatschen über die heftigsten Runs, die krassesten Tricks und alles, was uns umgehauen hat. Zum Schluss diskutieren wir noch über ein heißes Thema: Judging. Wie fair ist die Punktevergabe wirklich, und kann man so etwas überhaupt objektiv bewerten? Macht es euch gemütlich, schnappt euch einen Kaffee oder ein kühles Getränk und hört rein!

This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on Oct. 11. It dropped for free subscribers on Oct. 18. To receive future episodes as soon as they're live, and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription. You can also subscribe to the free tier below:WhoAndy Cohen, General Manager of Fernie Alpine Resort, British ColumbiaRecorded onSeptember 3, 2024About FernieClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, which also owns:Located in: Fernie, British ColumbiaPass affiliations:* Epic Pass: 7 days, shared with Kicking Horse, Kimberley, Nakiska, Stoneham, and Mont-Sainte Anne* RCR Rockies Season Pass: unlimited access, along with Kicking Horse, Kimberley, and NakiskaClosest neighboring ski areas: Fairmont Hot Springs (1:15), Kimberley (1:27), Panorama (1:45) – travel times vary considerably given time of year and weather conditionsBase elevation: 3,450 feet/1,052 metersSummit elevation: 7,000 feet/2,134 metersVertical drop: 3,550 feet/1,082 metersSkiable Acres: 2,500+Average annual snowfall: 360 inches/914 Canadian inches (also called centimeters)Trail count: 145 named runs plus five alpine bowls and tree skiing (4% extreme, 21% expert, 32% advanced, 30% intermediate, 13% novice)Lift count: 10 (2 high-speed quads, 2 fixed-grip quads, 3 triples, 1 T-bar, 1 Poma, 1 conveyor - view Lift Blog's inventory of Fernie's lift fleet)Why I interviewed himOne of the most irritating dwellers of the #SkiInternet is Shoosh Emoji Bro. This Digital Daniel Boone, having boldly piloted his Subaru beyond the civilized bounds of Interstate 70, considers all outlying mountains to be his personal domain. So empowered, he patrols the digital sphere, dropping shoosh emojis on any poster that dares to mention Lost Trail or White Pass or Baker or Wolf Creek. Like an overzealous pamphleteer, he slings his brand haphazardly, toward any mountain kingdom he deems worthy of his forcefield. Shoosh Emoji Bro once Shoosh Emoji-ed me over a post about Alta.

Kimberly Chamberland is the CEO and Founder of Big Mountain Foods. Big Mountain Foods is a leading producer of allergen-free, plant-based foods in the U.S. and Canada. In this episode, Kimberly discusses her journey from launching Big Mountain Foods in 1987 to where the company is today. She shares how they developed the world's first fava bean tofu, the importance of sustainable ingredients, and how Big Mountain Foods overcomes supply chain challenges.   Resources and links: Big Mountain Foods' website Big Mountain Foods on Instagram Big Mountain Foods on Facebook Kimberly Chamberland on LinkedIn   Connect: Future Fork podcast website Paul Newnham on Instagram Paul Newnham on X Paul Newnham on LinkedIn Disruptive Consulting Solutions website SDG2 Advocacy Hub website SDG2 Advocacy Hub on X SDG2 Advocacy Hub on Facebook SDG2 Advocacy Hub on LinkedIn   This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

There are reasons to feel optimistic about the 49ers season for sure, but the road back feels even harder this season.

Welcome to PTBN Pop's Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. On today's episode, Andy Atherton is watching “Baby, I Love Your Way” by Big Mountain from 1994. The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWIxA7M_-ZA

On this month's episode of This Week's Episode, Angie finally makes us watch the live action version of Avatar the Last Airbender. Meanwhile Evan chats about his pal Superman, Karen tells us about some Lady Parts and shocking to no one Kris talks about The Acolyte. All this and so much more! This week's episode Avatar the Last Airbender (2024) - Aang (S01E01) Homework Tales of the Unexpected - The Landlady (S01E05) Support Us Geekade Patreon Karen's Etsy Store Angie's Website Angie's Twitch Channel Kris' SAG Youtube Tales of Cape Fear Social Stuff Discord Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch

Send us a Text Message.Have you ever wondered what it feels like to have a rock anthem written about you? Sit back and enjoy our chat with Sharona Alperin, the muse behind The Knack's legendary hit "My Sharona." We kick things off by reminiscing about the movie "Reality Bites" and its unforgettable convenience store scene set to this timeless track. Sharona takes us on a journey back to her first encounter with Doug Feiger, the lead singer of The Knack, and the magical moment of hearing the song that would forever immortalize her name. She reflects on the song's explosive rise on the airwaves and its enduring impact on music students everywhere, from budding guitarists to aspiring drummers. But the conversation doesn't stop there. Sharona opens up about the thrilling yet tumultuous world of rock star relationships, sharing personal stories about the emotional rollercoaster that accompanies fame. From her unique career in real estate to amusing encounters with people named after her, Sharona's stories are both touching and entertaining. We even take a moment to appreciate the iconic "Reality Bites" soundtrack, featuring hits from Lisa Loeb, U2, and Big Mountain. This episode is a treasure trove of captivating stories, musical memories, and heartfelt reflections that you won't want to miss.Learn Something New orRemember Something OldPlease Like and Follow our Facebook page Music In My Shoes. You can contact us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com.

Acabamos con "Las mil y una músicas" y "La playlist de Diana Navarro". Hoy escuchamos canciones muy veraniegas: Juanita Banana (Luis Aguilé), Black Is Black (Los Bravos), La Lambada (Kaoma), Otro día más sin verte (Jon Secada), Historias de amor (OBK), Baby, I Love Your Way (Big Mountain) y Is This Love (Bob Marley).Escuchar audio

One of the greatest big-mountain skiers of all time is also seriously passionate about making great pizza. So what's the story here, and what do pizza and skiing have in common? What has Sage learned about the art of making dough and sauce? And what do you need to know to start making great pizza yourself? We cover all of this, plus Sage's most recent trip to Alaska.RELATED LINKSCheck out the Blister Craft CollectiveBecome a BLISTER+ MemberBlister Pod #41: Sage on Skiing SpinesBlister Pod #270: Angel Collinson / Sage's Pizza TOPICS & TIMES:Pizza & Skiing (5:58)Outdoor Pizza Ovens (15:00)Pizza Team (18:14)Pizza & Espresso (21:08)Outdoor Pizza Ovens, Part 2 (23:25)Angel's Story of Sage's Pizza (37:31)Sage's Most Recent Trip to AK (43:15)Pizza 101: Getting Started (54:40) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Past Tens, hosts Dave and special guest co-host Beth Grampetro travel back to June 11, 1994, to explore the Billboard Top 10 hits of the week. They delve into popular songs such as Aaliyah's 'Back and Forth,' Tony Braxton's 'You Mean the World to Me,' and Ace of Base's 'The Sign.' Can you tell this was written by AI? You can, can't you. We're fooling no one. Sorry. Anyway, the discussion includes music trivia, personal anecdotes, and the transformation of country hits into popular R&B tracks, particularly John Michael Montgomery's songs turned hits by All-4-One. The hosts humorously banter about their favorite and least favorite tracks, replacing disliked songs with personal picks like those from Melissa Etheridge and Tom Petty. This nostalgic episode is filled with pop culture references, making for a fun reflection on mid-'90s music.Topics:03:10 1994 Time Machine: Setting the Stage09:59 Aaliyah's Debut and R. Kelly Controversy19:47 Toni Braxton's Early Hits26:45 Prince's 'The Most Beautiful Girl in the World'33:55 Big Mountain's 'Baby, I Love Your Way'37:48 1994 Movie Soundtrack Trivia45:07 Ace of Base: A 90s Pop Phenomenon46:52 Exploring Different Versions of 'Don't Turn Around'50:31 Ace of Base's 'The Sign': A Massive Hit55:26 Warren G and Nate Dogg's 'Regulate'59:55 Janet Jackson's Mature Themes in 'Anytime, Anyplace'01:05:02 Madonna's 'I'll Remember' and Movie Soundtracks01:12:35 All-4-One's 'I Swear': A Wedding Anthem01:21:06 Substitutions and Final Thoughts

Growing up amidst the vibrant swirl of a powwow family, one can't help but be swept up in the creative current. That's precisely what happened to Joe Big Mountain, a Quill artist of Mohawk and Comanche heritage, who joins us to recount his fascinating journey into the art of porcupine quillwork. His story is not just about the personal revival of a painstaking craft, but also a heartwarming glimpse into how his heritage and family's artistic lineage played a pivotal role in shaping his path. We get intimate insights into the cultural significance of quillwork and how Joe is breathing new life into this ancient technique.The conversation with Joe then navigates the historical and contemporary landscapes of quillwork in art. It's a celebration of tradition, where animal quills and hides become more than materials; they're a connection to a rich past. Joe elaborates on how the art form serves as a bridge between expressing individuality and preserving cultural legacy. He shares anecdotes on the rarity of private commissions, the impact of his craft on family and special occasions, and the delicate balance of staying true to timeless methods while allowing for artistic evolution.In the final segment, we uncover the layers of inspiration behind Joe Big Mountain's work, from his grandmother's exquisite beadwork to his own trailblazing moments at New York Fashion Week with his brand Iron Horse Cool Work. We talk about the rigor of creating quillwork masterpieces, the familial bonds that support and challenge him, and the strategies he employs to keep his art form both fresh and faithful to its roots. Joe's tales are an open book to his creative world, offering wisdom to burgeoning artists and pulling back the curtain on the complex tapestry of a contemporary Native American artist's life.

Another week in beautiful northwest Montana and the Daily Inter Lake is here to bring you news important to your community. This week we'll hear about an arrest made after an alleged attempted kidnapping of a 16-year-old boy in Kalispell, school enrollment data that shows more Montanans are choosing to homeschool their children, and how voters in Evergreen and on Big Mountain approved levy requests in last Tuesday's election.Attempted kidnapping articleSchool enrollment data articleEvergreen and Big Mountain approved levy request articleRead more local and state coverage from this week: https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/08/may-2024-school-election-results/ https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/08/gabriel-nunnally-returned-to-kalispell-city-council-in-special-election/ https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/07/montana-records-largest-drop-in-childhood-medicaid-coverage-from-pre-pandemic-figures-study-shows/ https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/07/bigfork-hotel-whitefish-school-before-county-board-of-adjustment/ https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/06/kalispell-police-officer-carlee-brown-recognized-as-officer-of-the-year/ https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/05/teens-wish-granted-with-refurbished-pickup-following-cancer-treatment/ Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and subscribe to us! Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us!

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You can also subscribe to the free tier below:WhoJosh Jorgensen, CEO of Mission Ridge, Washington and Blacktail Mountain, MontanaRecorded onApril 15, 2024About Mission RidgeClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Larry ScrivanichLocated in: Wenatchee, WashingtonYear founded: 1966Pass affiliations:* Indy Pass – 2 days with holiday and weekend blackouts (TBD for 2024-25 ski season)* Indy+ Pass – 2 days with no blackouts* Powder Alliance – 3 days with holiday and Saturday blackoutsClosest neighboring ski areas: Badger Mountain (:51), Leavenworth Ski Hill (:53) – travel times may vary considerably given weather conditions, time of day, and time of year.Base elevation: 4,570 feetSummit elevation: 6,820 feetVertical drop: 2,250 feetSkiable Acres: 2,000Average annual snowfall: 200 inchesTrail count: 70+ (10% easiest, 60% more difficult, 30% most difficult)Lift count: 7 (1 high-speed quad, 3 doubles, 2 ropetows, 1 carpet – view Lift Blog's inventory of Mission Ridge's lift fleet)View historic Mission Ridge trailmaps on skimap.org.About BlacktailClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Larry ScrivanichLocated in: Lakeside, MontanaYear founded: 1998Pass affiliations:* Indy Pass – 2 days with holiday and weekend blackouts (TBD for 2024-25 ski season)* Indy+ Pass – 2 days with no blackouts* Powder Alliance – 3 days with holiday blackoutsClosest neighboring ski areas: Whitefish (1:18) - travel times may vary considerably given weather conditions, time of day, and time of year.Base elevation: 5,236 feetSummit elevation: 6,780 feetVertical drop: 1,544 feetSkiable Acres: 1,000+Average annual snowfall: 250 inchesTrail count: (15% easier, 65% more difficult, 20% most difficult)Lift count: 4 (1 triple, 2 doubles, 1 carpet – view Lift Blog's inventory of Blacktail's lift fleet)View historic Blacktail trailmaps on skimap.org.Why I interviewed himSo much of Pacific Northwest skiing's business model amounts to wait-and-pray, hoping that, sometime in November-December, the heaping snowfalls that have spiraled in off the ocean for millennia do so again. It's one of the few regions in modern commercial skiing, anywhere in the world, where the snow is reliable enough and voluminous enough that this good-ole-boy strategy still works: 460 inches per year at Stevens Pass; 428 at Summit at Snoqualmie; 466 at Crystal; 400 at White Pass; a disgusting 701 at Baker. It's no wonder that most of these ski areas have either no snowguns, or so few that a motivated scrapper could toss the whole collection in the back of a single U-Haul.But Mission Ridge possesses no such natural gifts. The place is snowy enough – 200 inches in an average winter – that it doesn't seem ridiculous that someone thought to run lifts up the mountain. But by Washington State standards, the place is practically Palm Beach. That means the owners have had to work a lot harder, and in a far more deliberate way than their competitors, to deliver a consistent snowsportskiing experience since the bump opened in 1966.Which is a long way of saying that Mission Ridge probably has more snowmaking than the rest of Washington's ski areas combined. Which, often, is barely enough to hang at the party. This year, however, as most Washington ski areas spent half the winter thinking “Gee, maybe we ought to have more than zero snowguns,” Mission was clocking its third-best skier numbers ever.The Pacific Northwest, as a whole, finished the season fairly strong. The snow showed up, as it always does. A bunch of traditional late operators – Crystal, Meadows, Bachelor, Timberline – remain open as of early May. But, whether driven by climate change, rising consumer expectations, or a need to offer more consistent schedules to seasonal employees, the region is probably going to have to build out a mechanical complement to its abundant natural snows at some point. From a regulatory point of view, this won't be so easy in a region where people worry themselves into a coma about the catastrophic damage that umbrellas inflict upon raindrops. But Mission Ridge, standing above Wenatchee for decades as a place of recreation and employment, proves that using resources to enable recreation is not incompatible with preserving them.That's going to be a useful example to have around.What we talked aboutA lousy start to winter; a top three year for Mission anyway; snowmaking in Washington; Blacktail's worst snowfall season ever and the potential to add snowmaking to the ski area; was this crappy winter an anomaly or a harbinger?; how Blacktail's “long history of struggle” echoes the history of Mission Ridge; what could Blacktail become?; Blacktail's access road; how Blacktail rose on Forest Service land in the 1990s; Blacktail expansion potential; assessing Blacktail's lift fleet; could the company purchase more ski areas?; the evolution of Summit at Snoqualmie; Mission Ridge's large and transformative proposed expansion; why the expansion probably needs to come before chairlift upgrades; Fantasy Lift Upgrade; and why Mission Ridge replaced a used detachable quad with another used detachable quad.Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewWashington skiing is endangered by a pretty basic problem: more people in this ever-richer, ever more-populous state want to ski than there are ski areas for them to visit. Building new ski areas is impossible – you'd have better luck flying an American flag from the roof of the Kremlin than introducing a new mountain to Washington State. That shortage is compounded by the lack of slopeside development, which compels every skier to drive to the hill every day that they want to ski. This circumstance reflects a false commitment to environmental preservation, which mistakes a build-nothing philosophy for watching over Mother Earth, an outmoded way of thinking that fails to appreciate the impacts of sprawl and car culture on the larger natural ecosystem.Which is where Mission Ridge, with its large proposed ski-and-stay expansion, is potentially so important. If Mission Ridge can navigate the bureaucratic obstacle course that's been dropped in its path, it could build the first substantial slopeside village in the Pacific Northwest. That could be huge. See, it would say, you can have measured development in the mountains without drowning all the grizzly bears. And since not everyone would have to drive up the mountain every day anymore, it would probably actually reduce traffic overall. The squirrels win and so do the skiers. Or something like that.And then we have Blacktail. Three-ish years ago, Mission Ridge purchased this little-known Montana bump, one of the West's few upside-down ski areas, an unlikely late addition to the Forest Service ski area network seated south of Whitefish Mountain and Glacier National Park. I was surprised when Mission bought it. I think everyone else was too. Mission Ridge is a fine ski area, and one with multi-mountain roots – it was once part of the same parent company that owned Schweitzer (now the property of Alterra) – but it's not exactly Telluride. How did a regional bump that was still running three Riblet doubles from the ‘60s and ‘70s afford another ski area two states away? And why would they want it? And what were they going to do with it?All of which I discuss, sort of, with Jorgensen. Mission and Blacktail are hardly the strangest duo in American skiing. They make more sense, as a unit, than jointly owned Red Lodge, Montana and Homewood, California. But they're also not as logical as New York's Labrador and Song, Pennsylvania's Camelback and Blue, or Massachusett's Berkshire East and Catamount, each of which sits within easy driving distance of its sister resort. So how do they fit together? Maybe they don't need to.Questions I wish I'd askedThere's a pretty cool story about a military bomber crashing into the mountain (and some associated relics) that I would have liked to have gotten into. I'd also have liked to talk a bit more about Wenatchee, which Mission's website calls “Washington's only true ski town.” I also intended to get a bit more into the particulars of the expansion, including the proposed terrain and lifts, and what sort of shape the bedbase would take. And I didn't really ask, as I normally do, about the Indy Pass and the reciprocal season pass relationship between the two ski areas.What I got wrongI said that Mission Ridge's first high-speed quad, Liberator Express, came used from Crystal Mountain. The lift actually came used from Winter Park. Jorgensen corrected that fact in the podcast. My mis-statement was the result of crossing my wires while prepping for this interview – the Crystal chairlift at Blacktail moved to Montana from Crystal Mountain, Washington. In the moment, I mixed up the mountains' lift fleets.Why you should ski Mission RidgeMission Ridge holds echoes of Arapahoe Basin's East Wall or pre-tram Big Sky: so much damn terrain, just a bit too far above the lifts for most of us to bother with. That, along with the relatively low snowfall and Smithsonian lift fleet, are the main knocks on the place (depending, of course, upon your willingness to hike and love of vintage machinery).But, on the whole, this is a good, big ski area that, because of its snowmaking infrastructure, is one of the most reliable operators for several hundred miles in any direction. The intermediate masses will find a huge, approachable footprint. Beginners will find their own dedicated lift. Better skiers, once they wear out the blacks off lifts 2 and 4, can hike the ridge for basically endless lines. And if you miss daylight, Mission hosts some of the longest top-to-bottom night-skiing runs in America, spanning the resort's entire 2,250 vertical feet (Keystone's Dercum mountain rises approximately 2,300 vertical feet).If Mission can pull off this expansion, it could ignite a financial ripple effect that would transform the resort quickly: on-site housing and expanded beginner terrain could bring more people (especially families), which would bring more revenue, which would funnel enough cash in to finally upgrade those old Riblets and, maybe, string the long-planned Lift 5 to the high saddle. That would be amazing. But it would also transform Mission into something different than what it is today. Go see it now, so you can appreciate whatever it becomes.Why you should ski BlacktailBlacktail's original mission, in the words of founder Steve Spencer, was to be the affordable locals' bump, a downhome alternative to ever-more-expensive Whitefish, a bit more than an hour up the road. That was in 1998, pre-Epic, pre-Ikon, pre-triple-digit single-day lift tickets. Fast forward to 2024, and Whitefish is considered a big-mountain outlier, a monster that's avoided every pass coalition and offers perhaps the most affordable lift ticket of any large, modern ski area in America (its top 2023-24 lift ticket price was $97).That has certainly complicated Blacktail's market positioning. It can't play Smugglers' Notch ($106 top lift ticket price) to neighboring Stowe ($220-ish). And while Blacktail's lift tickets and season passes ($450 early-bird for the 2024-25 ski season), are set at a discount to Whitefish's, the larger mountain's season pass goes for just $749, a bargain for a 3,000-acre sprawl served by four high-speed lifts.So Blacktail has to do what any ski area that's orbiting a bigger, taller, snowier competitor with more and better terrain does: be something else. There will always be a market for small and local skiing, just like there will always be a market for diners and bars with pool tables and dartboards hanging from the walls.That appeal is easy enough for locals to understand. For frequent, hassle-free skiing, small is usually better than big. It's more complicated to pitch a top-of-the-mountain parking lot to you, a probably not-local, who, if you haul yourself all the way to Montana, is probably going to want the fireworks show. But one cool thing about lingering in the small and foreign is that the experience unites the oft-opposed-in-skiing forces of novelty and calm. Typically, our ski travels involve the raucous and the loud and the fast and the enormous. But there is something utterly inspiring about setting yourself down on an unfamiliar but almost empty mountain, smaller than Mt. Megaphone but not necessarily small at all, and just setting yourself free to explore. Whatever Blacktail doesn't give you, it will at least give you that.Podcast NotesOn Mission Ridge's proposed expansionWhile we discuss the mountain's proposed expansion in a general way, we don't go deep into specifics of lifts and trails. This map gives the best perspective on how the expansion would blow Mission Ridge out into a major ski area - the key here is less the ski expansion itself than the housing that would attend it:Here's an overhead view:Video overviews:The project, like most ski area expansions in U.S. America, has taken about 700 years longer than it should have. The local radio station published this update in October:Progress is being made with the long-planned expansion of Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort.Chelan County is working with the resort on an Environmental Impact Statement.County Natural Resources Director Mike Kaputa says it'll be ready in the next eight months or so."We are getting closer and closer to having a draft Environmental Impact Statement and I think that's probably, I hate to put a month out there, but I think it's probably looking like May when we'll have a draft that goes out for public comment."The expansion plan for Mission Ridge has been in the works since 2014, and the resort brought a lawsuit against the county in 2021 over delays in the process.The lawsuit was dismissed earlier this year.Kaputa gave an update on progress with the Mission Ridge expansion before county commissioners Monday, where he said they're trying to get the scope of the Environmental Impact Statement right."You want to be as thorough as possible," Kaputa said. "You don't want to overdo it. You want to anticipate comments. I'm sure we'll get lots of comments when it comes out."In 2014, Larry Scrivanich, owner of Mission Ridge, purchased approximately 779 acres of private land adjacent to the current Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort. Since then, Mission Ridge has been forging ahead with plans for expansion.The expansion plans call for onsite lodging and accommodations, which Mission Ridge calls a game changer, which would differentiate the resort from others in the Northwest.I'm all about process, due diligence, and checks-and-balances, but it's possible we've overcorrected here.On snowfall totals throughout WashingtonMission gets plenty of snow, but it's practically barren compared to the rest of Washington's large ski areas:On the founding of BlacktailBlacktail is an outlier in U.S. skiing in that it opened in 1998 on Forest Service land – decades after similarly leased ski areas debuted. Daily Inter Lake summarizes the unusual circumstances behind this late arrival:Steve Spencer had been skiing and working at Big Mountain [now Whitefish] for many years, starting with ski patrol and eventually rising to mountain manager, when he noticed fewer and fewer locals on the hill.With 14 years as manager of Big Mountain under his belt, Spencer sought to create an alternative to the famous resort that was affordable and accessible for locals. He got together with several business partners and looked at mountains that they thought would fit the bill.They considered sites in the Swan Range and Lolo Peak, located in the Bitterroot Range west of Missoula, but they knew the odds of getting a Forest Service permit to build a ski area there were slim to none.They had their eyes on a site west of Flathead Lake, however, that seemed to check all the right boxes. The mountain they focused on was entirely surrounded by private land, and there were no endangered species in the area that needed protection from development.Spencer consulted with local environmental groups before he'd spent even “two nickels” on the proposal. He knew that without their support, the project was dead on arrival.That mountain was known as Blacktail, and when the Forest Service OK'd ski operations there, it was the first ski area created on public land since 1978, when Beaver Creek Resort was given permission to use National Forest land in Colorado.Blacktail Mountain Ski Area celebrates its 25th anniversary next year, it is still the most recent in the country to be approved through that process.On Glacier National Park and Flathead LakeEven if you've never heard of Blacktail, it's stuffed into a dense neighborhood of outdoor legends in northern Montana, including Glacier National Park and Whitefish ski area:On WhitefishWith 3,000 skiable acres, a 2,353-foot vertical drop, and four high-speed lifts, Whitefish, just up the road from Blacktail, looms enormously over the smaller mountain's potential:But while Whitefish presents as an Epkon titan, it acts more like a backwater, with peak-day lift tickets still hanging out below the $100 mark, and no megapass membership on its marquee. I explored this unusual positioning with the mountain's president, Nick Polumbus, on the podcast last year (and also here).On “Big Mountain”For eons, Whitefish was known as “Big Mountain,” a name they ditched in 2007 because, as president and CEO at the time Fred Jones explained, the ski area was “often underestimated and misunderstood” with its “highly generic” name.On “upside-down” ski areasUpside-down ski areas are fairly common in the United States, but they're novel enough that most people feel compelled to explain what they mean when they bring one up: a ski area with the main lodge and parking at the top, rather than the bottom, of the hill.These sorts of ski areas are fairly common in the Midwest and proliferate in the Mid-Atlantic, but are rare out west. An incomplete list includes Wintergreen, Virginia; Snowshoe, West Virginia; Laurel, Blue Knob, Jack Frost, and Ski Big Bear, Pennsylvania; Otsego, Treetops, and the Jackson Creek Summit side of Snowriver, Michigan; and Spirit Mountain and Afton Alps, Minnesota. A few of these ski areas also maintain lower-level parking lots. Shawnee Mountain, Pennsylvania, debuted as an upside-down ski area, but, through a tremendous engineering effort, reversed that in the 1970s – a project that CEO Nick Fredericks detailed for us in a 2021 Storm Skiing Podcast.On LIDAR mappingJorgensen mentions LIDAR mapping of Mission Ridge's potential expansion. If you're unfamiliar with this technology, it's capable of giving astonishing insights into the past:On Blacktail's chairliftsAll three of Blacktail's chairlifts came used to the ski area for its 1998 opening. The Crystal double is from Crystal Mountain, Washington; the Olympic triple is from Canada Olympic Park in Alberta; and the Thunderhead double migrated from Steamboat, Colorado.On Riblet chairliftsFor decades, the Riblet double has been the workhorse of Pacific Northwest skiing. Simple, beautiful, reliable, and inexpensive, dozens of these machines still crank up the region's hills. But the company dissolved more than two decades ago, and its lifts are slowly retiring. Mission Ridge retains three (chairs 1, 3, and 4, which date, respectively, to 1966, 1967, and 1971), and has stated its intent to replace them all, whenever funds are available to do so.On the history of Summit at SnoqualmieThe Summit at Snoqualmie, where Jorgensen began his career, remains one of America's most confusing ski areas: the name is convoluted and long, and the campus sprawls over four once-separate ski areas, one of which sits across an interstate with no ski connection to the others. There's no easy way to understand that Alpental – one of Washington's best ski areas – is part of, but separate from, the Summit at Snoqualmie complex, and each of the three Summit areas – East, Central, and West - maintains a separate trailmap on the website, in spite of the fact that the three are interconnected by ski trails. It's all just very confusing. The ski area's website maintains a page outlining how these four ski areas became one ski area that is still really four ski areas. This 1998 trailmap gives the best perspective on where the various ski nodes sit in relation to one another:Because someone always gets mad about everything, some of you were probably all pissed off that I referred to the 1990s version of Summit at Snoqualmie as a “primitive” ski area, but the map above demonstrates why: 17 of 24 chairlifts were Riblet doubles; nine ropetows supplemented this system, and the mountain had no snowmaking (it still doesn't). Call it “retro” or whatever you want, but the place was not exactly Beaver Creek.On Vail and Alterra's Washington timelineI mentioned Washington's entrance onto the national ski scene over the past decade. What I meant by that was the addition of Summit and Crystal onto the Ikon Pass for the 2018-19 ski season, and Stevens Pass onto the Epic Pass the following winter. But Washington skiing – and Mt. Baker in particular – has always been a staple in the Temple of the Brobots, and Boyne Resorts, pre-Ikon, owned Crystal from 1997 to 2017.On Anthony LakesJorgensen mentioned that he applied for the general manager position at Anthony Lakes, a little-known 900-footer lodged in the western Oregon hinterlands. One triple chair serves the entire ski area:The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us.The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 33/100 in 2024, and number 533 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. 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Hoy el Mata-Rolas version "La Mata o La Rescata" tres covers de una misma canción: "Baby I Love Your Way" de Peter Frampton y sus versiones de Will To Power y Big Mountain.

Kasey Mock https://www.mockranches.com sits down with Dan Murphy, Seth Craft and Jake Murphy of M4 Ranch Group https://m4ranchgroup.com. M4 is a team of dedicated ranch brokers, licensed in Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming. Their slogan is "Anywhere, any time." These guys are simply the best in the west for selling large western ranches. This was a live recording from the Realtors land Institute https://www.rliland.com 2024 National Land Conference in Louisville, KY. The guys discuss trends in large ranch sales, their commitment to excellence, and share fun stories.  M4 Ranch Group Instagram Mock Ranches Instagram Realtors Land Institute Instagram

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Founder Jack Geldard has a thirst for adventure. Introduced to craft beer while climbing in California, Geldard was disappointed with the lack of options in Chamonix after relocating to the French Alps. That set him on the path to launch award-winning Big Mountain Brewing Company, making beer that captures the unique spirit of the mountains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered how the big shots in real estate navigate the small towns of America?Join us as we unravel the secrets of success with our special guest, Loren Talley. They will explore the unique challenges and opportunities that come with investing in small-town America, shedding light on the big-picture strategies that set successful investors apart.The trio delves into the importance of understanding the local dynamics, building relationships, and staying ahead of the curve in the ever-changing landscape of small-town real estate. Tune in as they break down the walls and reveal the hidden treasures waiting to be uncovered in the world of Big Mountain Realty!Key Topics:- Hidden Treasures in Small-Town Real Estate- Importance of Local Knowledge and how it can help you- The Art of Building Meaningful Relationships- Unveiling Practical Investment Tactics- Unleashing the Real Estate Potential of Social MediaConnect With Loren Talleyhttps://lorentalley.com/Connect With Us:https://linktr.ee/thebigpictureblueprint

✋ Join David Villa and Diana Villa as they delve into the inspiring topic of climbing that big mountain. As we approach a new year with expectations and big dreams, the Villas share insights on facing the seemingly impossible challenges with faith. They remind us that we serve a God of the impossible, referencing Philippians 4:13. How has faith played a role in your life's challenges? The discussion spans personal experiences in business, family, and overcoming obstacles.

An accomplished mountaineer, Johnny Collinson is rightfully recognized as one of the world's very best big-mountain freeskiers. In the summers, he and his family – including older sister, Angel, also a pro skier – would climb peaks all over the west, with Johnny summiting Mount Rainier at age 4 and soon knocking off other iconic peaks like Mount Whitney, Mount Hood and Mount Shasta. By age 17, he became the youngest person in the world to climb the Seven Summits, the highest peak on all seven continents, including the world's tallest, Mount Everest. But he's not just an accomplished mountaineer. Johnny is also one of the world's top big-mountain freeskiers and was a Junior Freeskiing Tour champion at the age of 17, before going on to compete on the Freeride World Tour. Exclusive to WODcast listeners: SAGA produces the world's first wireless, auto-calibrating BFR cuffs, controlled by your smart phone. Head over to https://saga.fitness/ and use code wodcast20 for 20% off. 2pood- “The only belt out there that you should be using for weightlifting.” Eddie Ifft, host of the WODcast - use our link to save 15% on your purchase https://2pood.com/?ref=QGECmQ7ZVrMAzc Health solutions Trusted by 40,000 medical professionals, over 100 professional and collegiate sports teams, the UFC, and now CrossFit. Thorne, the Official Supplement Partner of CrossFit. Our exclusive WODCAST storefront can be found at http://thorne.com/u/wodcast – shop here for our crossfit 20% off discount.

Happy Christmas! We celebrate with a story from the Jungle where Christmas is coming to the animals. Our tricky Monkey friend goes up the Big Mountain and meets a Christmas Elf. All the best to you from Storynory! What we want for Christmas? Leave us a nice comment somewhere please!

Iain and Al pick the best new skis for winter 2024, plus help you understand what length skis to buy, what 'rocker' and 'side cut' mean and why lighter bindings aren't always better.  This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham - the winter sports specialists. They have 16 shops around the UK where you can find all the kit you need for this winter. Alternatively, simply go to their website at ellis-brigham.com to buy online now. SHOW NOTES What's the difference between different types of skis? (2:00) Skis like the Line Blade, Black Crows Mirus Cor and Salomon Addikt Pro are bringing the fun back to ‘Piste' skis (2:15) What's the difference between Big Mountain and Freeride skis? (3:00)  How important is the width under your foot? (3:45) What are ‘All Mountain' skis? (4:30) What is a ‘rocker? (6:00) What is ‘side cut'? (7:15) How long should your skis be? (8:30) ‘Nose to forehead' level is a good guideline for length (10:15) What are the latest sustainability initiatives in skis (11:00) Is the Rossignol Essential the most sustainable ski ever produced? (14:00)  Only 8% of a traditionally ski can be recycled, but the Essential is 77% recyclable and it is made from 34% recycled materials (14:15) Al tested these skis at the SIGB Ski Test in February 2023 (17:15) How much are bindings? (25:15) Why lighter touring skis aren't always the best option (33:30) THE BEST SKIS OF WINTER 2024 Salomon Addikt Pro (19:00) A ‘Piste' ski for upper intermediates to experts. £780 including bindings. Nordica Belle 75 (21:30) A ‘Piste' ski for women, ideal to those just getting into skiing and for intermediates. £385 including bindings K2 Mindbender 90 C W (23:45) An ‘All Mountain' women's ski that's perfect for performance on the groomers, but with a freeride feel.  Great for intermediates wanting to go off the side up to more advanced and expert skiers. £455 without a binding. Scott Pure Mission 98 Ti (26:15) A true do-it-all ‘Freeride' ski that suits advanced and expert skiers. £580 without a binding. Elan Ripstick Tour 104 Glen Plake (30:00) A ‘Touring' ski that's 104mm underfoot but works on piste. £720 without a binding. All of these skis are available at Ellis Brigham - the winter sports specialists. They have 16 shops around the UK where you can find all the kit you need for this winter. Alternatively, simply go to their website at ellis-brigham.com to buy online now. Feedback I enjoy all feedback about the show, I like to know what you think, ideas for features so please contact on social @theskipodcast or by email theskipodcast@gmail.com If you like the podcast, there are two things you can do to help:   1) Review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify – it genuinely helps other listeners find us 2) Subscribe – so you never miss an episode

Subscriber-only episodeAD FREE + BONUS CONTENT: In this episode we talk with Lynsey Dyer, an athlete, artist and advocate, co-founder of SheJumps.org, founder of Unicorn Picnic and an alliance athlete for Protect Our Winters (POW). Lynsey tells us about her early childhood ski days in Sun Valley, Idaho with her family. Lynsey was on her local ski team from a young age and reflects on the many benefits and skills that she still draws on today.  When the alpine ski racing path was no longer fun for her, Lynsey switched over to freeride. Lynsey has had a long and incredibly successful career as a big mountain skier. Lynsey's won every big mountain competition she's entered, been awarded Female Skier of the Year by Powder and Freeskier Magazines multiple times, starred in films and commercials from Teton Gravity Research to Warren Miller. As a filmmaker herself, Lynsey produced and directed the first all female ski film Pretty Faces after fundraising on Kickstarter.  Pretty Faces went on to become iconic selling out shows, winning awards and making the industry more inclusive.  Next we learned more about SheJumps.org.As a Protect Our Winters Alliance Athlete, Lynsey tells us about the organization and why she prioritizes protecting our environment. We most loved hearing about how Lynsey's adjusting to motherhood including how she's changed her mindset and risk taking profile. And someday we hope to jump off a cliff with Lynsey, but the invitation hasn't yet arrived :)More from Lynsey:Resources:Protect Our Winters (POW): https://protectourwinters.orgShe Jumps (non-profit): https://www.shejumps.org/Unicorn Picnic (apparel): https://unicornpicnic.comPretty Faces (Movie):https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/pretty-faces-the-story-of-a-skier-girlShowing Up (Podcast):https://www.lynseydyer.com/podcastKeep up with the Latest from Lynsey! Website: https://lynseydyer.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/lynseydyerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/10157739221920634Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.skimomsfun.comSki Moms Discount Page: https://skimomsfun.com/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

In this episode we talk with Lynsey Dyer, an athlete, artist and advocate, co-founder of SheJumps.org, founder of Unicorn Picnic and an alliance athlete for Protect Our Winters (POW). Lynsey tells us about her early childhood ski days in Sun Valley, Idaho with her family. Lynsey was on her local ski team from a young age and reflects on the many benefits and skills that she still draws on today.  When the alpine ski racing path was no longer fun for her, Lynsey switched over to freeride. Lynsey has had a long and incredibly successful career as a big mountain skier. Lynsey's won every big mountain competition she's entered, been awarded Female Skier of the Year by Powder and Freeskier Magazines multiple times, starred in films and commercials from Teton Gravity Research to Warren Miller. As a filmmaker herself, Lynsey produced and directed the first all female ski film Pretty Faces after fundraising on Kickstarter.  Pretty Faces went on to become iconic selling out shows, winning awards and making the industry more inclusive.  Next we learned more about SheJumps.org.As a Protect Our Winters Alliance Athlete, Lynsey tells us about the organization and why she prioritizes protecting our environment. We most loved hearing about how Lynsey's adjusting to motherhood including how she's changed her mindset and risk taking profile. And someday we hope to jump off a cliff with Lynsey, but the invitation hasn't yet arrived :)More from Lynsey:Resources:Protect Our Winters (POW): https://protectourwinters.orgShe Jumps (non-profit): https://www.shejumps.org/Unicorn Picnic (apparel): https://unicornpicnic.comPretty Faces (Movie):httpMABEL'S LABELSUse Code SKIMOMS to save 15% off your order. Ski Swap season is here and we are scooping up deals. Smart ski moms know as soon as the new gear comes home it's time for a label. Ski equipment can look VERY similar on a rack, with Mabel's Labels, parents can easily identify their kids' belongings and prevent items from being lost or misplaced. We've got a ski-themed gift for everyone on your list. Shop our gift guides here.Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.skimomsfun.comSki Moms Discount Page: https://skimomsfun.com/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

Three little bears go on a journey over a big mountain to find the fruit of a special tree. Narrated by: Heather Foster Welcome to Snuggle! Enter a cozy world of imagination perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or any time you want to embark on an enchanting adventure. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠slumberstudios.com/snuggle⁠

This week Matty's joined in the flesh by Jas Ritchie. Jas joined Matty and Adam in camp for a night to meet up and get a podcast recorded and the boys came through with the goods. Jas has ben bowhunting for 15 years+ and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to slaying some for the biggest and best boars and billy's NSW has to offer. It's a very insightful podcast but not the only one we'll share with Jas.  Podcast topics: Growing up with an old man that huntsWhat level of froth are you at know? Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy.The trick to bringing BIG boars onto your block. Arrows. Easy vanes, just try not to glue your feet to the floor. Gaining and losing access.Catching 1m PLUS sized Cod.   And much much more Find Jas Ritche: @jasritche Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️ @kayuga_broadheads https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/ Use checkout code BAB10 for 10% off your next order ✌️

On this week's episode we talk vacas, moving, college football headlines and who made Seth's stink list in the NFL and more! Oh, and it's Seth's birthday! Show love and check it out y'all!

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This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on March 29. It dropped for free subscribers on April 1. To receive future pods as soon as they're live, and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription.WhoNick Polumbus, President of Whitefish Mountain Resort, MontanaRecorded onJanuary 13, 2023About WhitefishClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Winter Sports, Inc.Pass affiliations: NoneReciprocal pass partners:* 3 days each at Great Divide, Loveland, Mt. Hood Meadows* 5 days at Red LodgeLocated in: Whitefish, MontanaClosest neighboring ski areas: Blacktail (1 hour, 15 minutes), Fernie (2 hours), Turner (2 hours, 30 minutes), Kimberley (2 hours, 45 minutes), Montana Snowbowl (3 hours), Lookout Pass (3 hours) – travel times will vary considerably pending weather, border traffic, and time of yearBase elevation: 4,464 feetSummit elevation: 6,817 feetVertical drop: 2,353 feetSkiable Acres: roughly 3,000 acresAverage annual snowfall: nearly 300 inchesTrail count: 128 (8 expert, 49 advanced, 40 intermediate, 25 beginner, 6 terrain parks)Lift count: 15­­ (1 six-pack, 3 high-speed quads, 2 fixed-grip quads, 6 triples, 2 T-bars, 1 carpet)Why I interviewed himYou can be forgiven for thinking that Epkon chewed them all up. That the only ski areas worth skiing are those stacked on the industry's twin magic carpets. These shuttles to something grand, to what you think of when you think about the mountains. Ikon got Jackson and Palisades and the Cottonwoods and Taos. Epic got Vail and Telluride and Heavenly and Park City. What more could be left? What more could you need?You probably need this. Whitefish. Or Big Mountain, as you will. Three thousand acres of Montana steep and white. Plenty of snow. Plenty of lifts. A new sixer to boom you up the hillside. The rootin'-tootin' town below. A C-note gets you a lift ticket and change to buy a brew. No bitterness in the exchange.It's hard to say exactly if Whitefish is an anachronism or an anomaly or a portent or a manifestation of wanton Montana swagger. Among big, developed U.S. mountains, it certainly stands alone.This model is extinct, I thought. Coercion-by-punishment being the preferred sales tactic of the big-mountain conglomerates. “Four lift tickets for today, Mr. Suburban Dad who decided to shepherd the children to Colorado on a last-minute spring break trip? That will be $1,200. Oh does that seem like a lot to you? Well that will teach you not to purchase access to skiing 13 months in advance.”So far, Whitefish has resisted skiing's worst idea. Good for them. Better for them: this appears to be a winning business strategy. Skier visits have climbed annually for more than a decade. Look at a map and you'll see that's more impressive than it sounds. Whitefish is parked at the top of America, near nothing, on the way to nothing. You have to go there on purpose. And with Epic and Ikon passes tumbling out of every other skier's jacket pockets, you need a special story to bait that journey.So what's going on here? Why hasn't this mountain done what every other mountain has done and joined a pass? Like the comely maiden at the ball, Whitefish could have its pick: Epic, Ikon, Mountain Collective, Indy. An instant headliner and pass-mover. But the single life can be appealing. Do as you please, chill with who you want, set your own agenda. That's Whitefish's game. And I'm watching.What we talked aboutWhy Whitefish typically calls it a season with a 100-inch summit base depth; Front Range Colorado and I-70 in the 1970s; how Colorado and Utah snow and traffic impacts skier traffic at Whitefish; how a Colorado kid enters the ski industry in Vermont; a business turnaround at Whitefish; “get the old fish out of the fridge”; how Whitefish has stayed affordable as it's modernized; why the ski area changed its name from “Big Mountain” and how that landed locally; who owns Whitefish and how committed they are to independence; the new Snow Ghost Express sixer; ripple effects on other chairlifts after Snow Ghost popped live; record skier visits; snow ghosts; the best marketing line of Polumbus' career; a big-time potential future expansion; the mountain's recent chairlift shuffles; why chairs 5 and 8 don't go to the summit; the art of terrain-pod building; why Bad Rock isn't running this winter; thoughts on the future of Tenderfoot and the Heritage T-bar; Why Whitefish lift tickets cost a fraction of what similarly sized mountains charge; an amazing season pass stat; the mountain's steady rise of skier visits; and much love for the Indy Pass even if it “isn't a good fit for us.”Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewWell I actually thought that January was a great time for this interview. Which is why I recorded it then. And here it is in your inbox, a mere 11 weeks later. Which is a bad look for me and a bad look for the brand and not very considerate to my guest. I'll offer an explanation, but not an excuse: the sound quality on this recording was, um, not good. Most podcasts take two to four hours to edit. This one required 10 times that. So why didn't I just blast it out back in January? Since so much of what I write is reaction to breaking news, every hour I spend on a pod is an hour I'm not delivering more urgent content. And most Storm Skiing Podcasts are fairly evergreen. Skiers binge them on long roadtrips – I know this because they tell me so and because the numbers keep going up on eps that I dropped back in 2019.But none of that matters to you or to the team at Whitefish, and it shouldn't. I know that a lot of you have been waiting for this one since I started hyping it last year, and this long delay was disappointing. I get it. One core promise of The Storm, however, is that I will continually improve the product and the process. So I'll own this one and refine my workflow to prevent future delays. Sorry.But, to address the actual purpose of this section: why did I think that now was a good time for this interview? It's everything I said above. Alterra has copied Vail's ridiculous day-ticket price structure, and Boyne and Powdr aren't far behind. Even little Mountain Capital Partners is allowing the robots to price-surge Arizona Snowbowl tickets past the $300 mark on peak days. Whitefish doesn't exactly stand alone in resisting these price schemes – plenty of other ski areas will still sell you a walk-up lift ticket that costs less than a heart transplant. But none are as large, as high-profile, and as modern as Whitefish – at least not in our beloved U.S. America. Like some brash hipster rocking a Walkman on his fixed-gear bicycle, Whitefish has made the once-pedestrian into the novel. Innovation by staying in place.The Epic Pass gets a lot of well-deserved credit for stabilizing skiing by front-loading pass sales to springtime, insulating revenue from weather-dependency. But Vail and Alterra have cast the $250-plus lift ticket as an essential piece of their passes' success. As though no one would buy the pass if they knew they could still go ski Beaver Creek for $100 anytime they liked. There is a brutal logic to this. You're only going to buy a $275 lift ticket one time. Then you'll go looking for hacks. But the process is demeaning and embarrassing, like you're the last guy to the gas pump in the apocalypse.I wrote a story on Whitefish's business model back in 2021, profiling both that mountain and Jay Peak. Both are run, perhaps coincidentally, by headmen who are fist-bump bros that came up together at late-ASC Killington in the ‘90s: Polumbus and Jay Peak's Steve Wright. I don't know how much they brought their brains together to arrive at similar ticket menus, but I know from interacting with both that they share the same kind of heart. A down-to-earth humility and empathy that considers humans in the business equation, rather than just making them the number at the transactional finish line.Why you should ski WhitefishDid you see the part above about 3,000 acres of terrain and 300 inches of average annual snowfall? Yeah, go enjoy that.But let me harp on the lift ticket thing just a little bit more. If your boys are anything like mine, they are more likely to translate War and Peace into Braille than they are to heed your advice to purchase lift tickets 10 months before your next ski trip. I say this not because my friends are brilliant, but because they are lazy a******s who need their wives to label their underwear drawers lest they be forced to go commando for months on end. So if you're planning, say, “Gary's 50th Birthday Ski Adventure,” you have choices: Heavenly (South Tahoe!), Jackson (Jackson!), Telluride (Telluride!), etc. My buddies, mostly Three-Day Dans, are going to ignore my clear and repeated reminders to purchase Epic Day or Mountain Collective Passes, and are instead going to commandeer their monthly car payment to cover the cost of two days' skiing. And then be all shocked and annoyed about it. Whitefish, where even last-minute skiing runs less than $100 per day, is the solution to such gatherings.That's an edge case, I realize. And surely there are attributes of skiing Whitefish beyond the low cost at the turnstile: the terrain, the views, the snowghosts, the unpretentious vibe, the snowfall, the enormous breadth of it all. But the price thing matters enormously. If you have an Ikon Pass and you're passing through Park City, you're probably not stopping to scope the place out. Throwing down $269 for a day of skiing seems a little stupid if you have unlimited skiing on a $1,000-plus pass that you already own. But if you're rolling from Sun Peaks down to Big Sky and you want to sidebar to Whitefish, well, that lift ticket's not going to kill you in the same way. That sort of pop-around spontaneity defined a big piece of the road-trip ski scene for decades, and it's fading. Too bad.  Podcast NotesOn American Skiing Company and S-K-IPolumbus refers to the S-K-I and American Skiing Company (ASC) Merger, which roughly coincided with the beginning of his Killington tenure in 1996. Check this crazy portfolio, as documented by New England Ski History:At the time of the deal, both companies only had New England ski areas, with LBO Resort Enterprises' portfolio composed of Attitash Bear Peak, NH, Cranmore, NH, Sugarbush, VT, and Sunday River, ME, while S-K-I Ltd. owned Haystack, VT, Killington, VT, Mt. Snow, VT, Sugarloaf, ME, and Waterville Valley, NH.Can you imagine if that crew had held into the megapass era? Instead, they are split between seven different owners:The coalition didn't hold for long. The Justice department made ASC sell Cranmore and Waterville Valley immediately. And even though the company was like “F you Brah” and purchased Pico five minutes later, and went on to purchase The Canyons (then Wolf Mountain, formerly Park West, now part of Park City), Steamboat, and Heavenly, the whole enterprise disintegrated in slow motion over the next dozen years. New England Ski History documents the company's arc comprehensively:On lift shufflesWhitefish moves lifts around its mountain like some of us re-organize our living room couches. Check out the 2005 front-side trailmap on the left. By 2007, the Glacier Chaser Express had been shortened and slid looker's left to replace the old Swift Creek double, and the Easy Rider triple had moved down-mountain and become Elk Meadows. The new Easy Rider, a quad seated across the mountain, was also a relocated machine, from Moab Scenic Skyway, according to Lift Blog.In 2017, Whitefish moved Glacier View, a 1981 CTEC triple, to a new location and renamed it East Rim:Then last year, Whitefish moved the Hellroaring triple looker's left across the mountain. Note the changes in the trail network below Lacey Lane, which ran under the old line:Amazingly, that was the second time Whitefish had relocated that same chair. It began life in 1985 as the Big Creek chairlift, which served the North Side in this circa 1995 trailmap:The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 27/100 in 2023, and number 413 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. Want to send feedback? Reply to this email and I will answer (unless you sound insane, or, more likely, I just get busy). You can also email skiing@substack.com.The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing all year long. Join us. 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The Pursuit – E94 – Big Mountain w/ Jake Hopfinger Returning for a second time on The Pursuit Podcast @Jakehopfinger discusses skiing big lines, risks and his process for managing those risks.  Jake and I go back and forth speaking about pocket snacks, avalanche safety, movie production and whats next [...] The post The Pursuit – E94 – Big Mountain w/ Jake Hopfinger appeared first on Out Of Collective.