History links Montana’s state ski program finally reaches white stage as the Bobcats open their 2022 program at the University of Utah Invitational on Sunday. The invitation is also part of the US Cross Country Ski Championships at Soldier Hollow. The Bobcats will participate in the free sprints to open the UU Invitational. “We have…
Month: December 2021
Top 2021 Videos: What You Watched On CTVNews.ca
Every now and then we like to take a break from the news and relax with a video that makes us laugh, smile, or shake our heads in disbelief. Obviously you too. The list of most viewed videos on CTVNews.ca this year contains no heartbreaking headlines, no deaths or destruction, and not even much mention…
Kitzbühel, Courchevel, Gstaad or Cortina – where is the best place to buy ski property in Europe?
Carla Passino explores four of Europe’s top winter destinations and selects great ski properties for sale. Kitzbühel, Austria Advantages and quirksHumility is not part of the vocabulary of a resort that claims to be the best ski area in the world. Still, Kitzbühel has the snow chops to support the swagger, with over 144 miles…
How Summit County worked to solve its affordable housing problem in 2021
Longbranch Condominiums in Breckenridge is pictured Thursday, December 30. Housing has long been an issue in Summit County, but this year has peaked as county leaders scramble to make more rental units available for the local workforce.Tripp Fay / For the Summit Daily News Summit County and its lack of affordable housing go together as…
Slopes ski and snowboard app for iOS and watchOS adds live location sharing and more
The popular Slopes app, which provides resort information to skiers and snowboarders – and helps them track their exploits as they hurtle down mountain trails – saw four major updates in December. They include privacy-focused live location sharing and enhanced maps for iPhone and Apple Watch. Slopes application: live position sharing Live location sharing allows…
Sports calendar 2022 | Federal Information Network
Subject to change JANUARY 1 – College Football, Outback Bowl, Tampa, Florida. 1 – College Football, Citrus Bowl, Orlando, Florida. 1 – College Football, Fiesta Bowl, Glendale, Arizona. 1 – College Football, Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA. 1 – College Football, Sugar Bowl, New Orleans. 1 – Ski jumping, Women’s World Cup, Ljubno, Slovenia. 1 –…
Winter Olympics: by adding another feather to the cap, Arif Khan also qualifies for the giant slalom
Added the 29 december 2021 Akeel Rashid Srinagar, December 29: Arif Mohammad Khan, a professional alpine skier from northern Kashmir Tangmarg, added another feather to his hat as he qualified for the giant slalom event in Kolasin Montenegro. Arif thus becomes the first Indian to qualify for two Olympic events for men. Khan confirmed this…
Chelsea legend John Terry and his wife Toni pay £ 150,000 to rent a beautiful chalet in the Alps for a winter getaway
CHELSEA legend John Terry and his wife Toni spent almost £ 150,000 to rent a beautiful chalet in the Swiss Alps. The former blues ace took his family on a luxury winter vacation and shared snaps on social media. 4 John and Toni Terry shelled out almost £ 150,000 to rent a chic Swiss chaletCredit:…
Colorado’s top skiers and snowboarders dominate ahead of 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
Taylor Gold took second place in the Dew Tour men’s snowboard superpipe final on December 19 at Copper Mountain Resort.Liz Copan / For the Daily News Summit DENVER – Colorado’s top freeskiers and snowboarders enjoyed a busy December as they dominated the competitions that served as qualifiers for the Beijing Winter Olympics in February. This…
Alpine Skiing World Cup in Austria | National sports
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Obituary of Ltc Harry J. Culbert United States (retired)
SLD Harry J. Culbert United States (RET) January 11, 1941 – December 5, 2021 Harry passed away peacefully on Sunday December 5th at home with his family and caregiver as he requested. Harry was born in Ely, Nevada and moved with his family to Reno in 1945. He attended Mt. Rose Elementary School, Billinghurst Middle…
China talks ‘green’ Olympics but braces to fight smog
China is using the Winter Olympics to boost its efforts to improve the environment, but Beijing, the smog-prone capital, is still bracing for the worst as the opening ceremony approaches. Beijing has improved air quality since China won its bid to host the Games, but the Ecology and Environment Ministry said the risk of winter…
New documentary tells story of ski race staged just weeks after Germany surrendered in WWII – Loveland Reporter-Herald
Barely a month after the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945, war-weary American soldiers from the famous 10th Mountain Division “ski troops” – who had trained for WWII at Camp Hale du Colorado – hosted a ski race on a spectacular peak in the Julian Alps. , near the border of Italy and what was…
Navigate the fifth mountain of Aspen on a Nordic ski
A cross-country skier enjoys a freshly groomed trail on the Owl Creek Trail in Snowmass Village on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 (Kelsey Brunner / The Aspen Times) Some call the vast network of cross-country ski trails in the Roaring Fork Valley “the Fifth Mountain of Aspen,” an alternative to high-octane skiing served by lifts in…
Snowboarders OK after an inbound avalanche at Aspen Highlands
Sunrise over the Highland Bowl and the Aspen Highlands ski area outside Aspen.Anna Stonehouse / The Aspen Times File Photo Two snowboarders caught in an avalanche on Friday on an open ski slope in Aspen Highlands emerged with the help of a skier who dug one buried in snow up to the waist, while the…
Obituary of Tish Krieg (1959 – 2021) – Woodside, CA
Tish (Reardon) KriegMay 25, 1959 – December 8, 2021Woodside, CaliforniaOur bright and vibrant light, Tish Krieg, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at her home in Woodside, California. Beloved wife of Franz Krieg, beloved mother of Maximilian (fiancee Meg) and Rex Krieg; beloved daughter of Kathleen Reardon and the late John Reardon; beloved…
Indian alpine skier Aanchal Thakur makes history by winning bronze in FIS alpine ski competition
In a notable Indian achievement, ace skier Aanchal Thakur finished third in the FIS alpine ski competition held in Montenegro. The official news was published by journalist Farhat Naik in a tweet. It was mentioned that he had been informed by his father of the victory. Indian skier Aanchal Thakur wins medal 🥉 at the…
Ski and Snowboard Club Vail Wins Six Colorado Ski Cup Podiums
Kai Ogawa hurtling down the giant slalom course in the Colorado Ski Cup Monday on competition opening day at Golden Peak for the 2021-2022 season.SSCV / Courtesy photo The FIS Colorado Ski Cup, which took place Monday and Tuesday, marked the first races at Golden Peak of the 2021-2022 winter season. Over the two-day giant…
List of Team United States Athletes for the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games
Team USA will include more than 200 athletes at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, which opens on February 4. To date, 37 athletes have qualified or been named to the team. Athletes are not officially part of the team until they have been approved by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee. More Americans will…
Luczak finishes in the top 20 of the World Cup
History links BOULDER – Colorado Buffaloes ski rookie Magdalena Luzcak used the peloton’s fastest seventh second run to finish 20th and score her first World Cup points on Tuesday here in Courchevel, France. Several other Buffs have also posted strong results in recent weeks for this third update of pre-varsity race results for current and…
Cooper Equipment Rentals announces the acquisition of EZE Rent-It Center and Stayner Rental
Cooper Equipment Rentals announces the acquisition of EZE Rent-It Center and Stayner Rental Tweet this Founded in 1986, EZE has three locations in the Fraser Valley region: Chilliwack, Aldergrove and Abbotsford. Over the past three decades, EZE has developed a reputation for reliable service and established a loyal base of customers who rely on them…
Japanese Ayumu Hirano makes snowboarding history and wins first competitive triple cork on Dew tour
Japanese snowboarder Ayumu Hirano competes in the men’s superpipe final at the Dew Tour, where he … [+] won the very first competitive triple cork Clavin / Rosée visit If you had read before the men’s snowboard superpipe final at the Dew Tour on Sunday that one of the riders would win the very first…
Alpine skiing – Impressive Odermatt extends World Cup lead with victory at Alta Badia
ALTA BADIA, Italy (Reuters) – Marco Odermatt won Alta Badia’s second giant slalom overall as the Swiss extended their lead in the Alpine Skiing World Cup standings on Monday. Second behind Norwegian Henrik Kirstoffersen in Sunday’s race in the Dolomites resort, Odermatt claimed his third victory in four giant slaloms this season. After winning the…
Area closed after military grade ammunition, equipment found in Rockwall storage unit
ROCKWALL, Texas – The new owner of a storage unit in Rockwall made a surprise discovery that prompted police to close a road near a shopping center on Friday night. Rockwall Police said military-grade ammunition and equipment was found inside the newly purchased storage unit at The Vault Storage off East Ralph Hall Parkway. Authorities…
9 European cities that virtually guarantee a white Christmas
The Christmas spirit is only complete when the world is covered in snow. Lights twinkle more, trees and plants look like cotton, and even stars twinkle more. But, with the climate changes we are all experiencing, snow is not a certainty. After looking at the places in Europe that are most likely to have snow…
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott continues to present herself as the best snowboarder in the world with the first podium of the Dew Tour
New Zealander Zoi Sadowski-Synnott won the women’s slopestyle final at the Dew Tour on Saturday morning … [+] for his very first podium on the Dew Tour. mikeyoshida The weather was finally clear on the slopestyle course on Saturday morning of the Dew Tour, as was the new hierarchy of women’s snowboarding. 20-year-old New Zealander…
On the ski: it’s not easy, but high school skiers deserve the support of the fans
Finding the schedules for high school ski competitions is not easy, but the season is on. By going to the Maine Principals’ Association website, I was able to find the dates and locations of the state championships, but unlike team sports, there is no regular fixture list. For these you’ll need to check with your…
Holidays are a special moment in the valley | Local news
CONWAY – It’s almost Christmas, and the valley is restless. The holiday spirit is alive and well in the Mount Washington Valley, with lightings of trees, cookie decorating, card making and more, as illustrated by accompanying photographs by Photographer Sun Rachel Sharples. Meanwhile, among other events to get you in the Christmas spirit, the Conway…
Live ski and snowboard coverage from Dew Tour: Halfpipe, Slopestyle, and more
Home »News» Live Dew Tour Ski and Snowboard Coverage: Halfpipe, Slopestyle, and more Professional skiers and snowboarders from around the world gather in Copper Mountain, Colorado, once again for the Dew Tour competition. And the stakes are high since this is an Olympic qualifying event. What exactly is Dew Tour? It’s more than 200 athletes…
Despite Covid, the Swiss are reluctant to give up the good alpine life
It’s a murky December dawn in Zurich. A light sleet gives the icy Limmat river a dull, battered leaden air. Inside, three Advent candles flicker on the altar and a faint light begins to filter through the stained glass windows by Chagall at the back of the choir. Every Wednesday for the past month, the…
Cochran-Siegle set to add to family legacy at the Olympics
SELVA DI VAL GARDENA – Ryan Cochran-Siegle speaks like he skis: poised, measured and in control. The brightest prospect for an Olympic medal among the men’s US ski team, Cochran-Siegle isn’t about to make big proclamations about his future – especially as he continues to regain his form. after breaking his neck and then making…
Has Utah’s Tourism Industry Recovered From COVID-19? The report details the ups and downs
After a decade of steady growth and record numbers, the pandemic has proven to be a drag on Utah’s tourism industry, which has seen widespread declines in visits and revenues in 2020. The forecast looks better for 2021, however. And while some tourism-dependent industries experienced a financial decline during the pandemic, some areas – like…
The Terry Peak trails officially open on a cold and windy day, “It feels like nothing else is happening in the world.”
RAPID CITY, SD (KEVN) – Winter was gloomy with record high temperatures for the start of December. However, the cold weather made enough visits for Terry Peak to start his season. It’s true. Terry Peak is officially open for the 2021 season and those who are bold enough to brave the cold are out for…
Defending World Cup champion Petra Vlhova skips World Cup sprint races to focus on Olympic slalom duel
Petra Vlhova seems to be doing everything to challenge the American at the Olympic Games in Beijing, even if it means sacrificing her title in the general classification of the World Cup. Vlhova says she is sticking to her plan to skip most World Cup sprint races this season to maximize her chances of winning…
Section II ski seasons overview – The Daily Gazette
Don’t be fooled by what you see out the back window. The ski season is underway and the Section II high school competition is set to begin Friday with a Nordic race at Garnet Hill. The Johnsburg Invitational is a classically styled 5km race with individual starts every 15 seconds. Cross-country skiers from 11 schools…
Doosan partners with C&C Rentals to expand its presence in Canada: CEG
Doosan Infracore North America is in partnership with Rent C&C LTD, to add a new authorized Doosan branch in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada. The dealership serves customers in southwestern Manitoba. C&C Rentals has been serving customers since 1965. According to Jordan Trotter, Senior Dealer, C&C Rentals saw an opportunity in the market and began offering Doosan…
Alpine skiing preview: Rangeley’s Bristol Quimby’s saves its ferocity for the slopes
Bristol Quimby of Rangeley Lakes Regional School, front, and other skiers competing in the Mountain Valley Conference Alpine Championships slide down a hill Wednesday at Black Mountain of Maine in Rumford. The teammates were waiting for the race and mountain officials to figure out how to get them up the mountain after the ski area…
Colorado’s dry winter season doesn’t stop highland avalanche potential – CBS Denver
SUMMIT COUNTY, Colorado (CBS4) – While there has been an unusual lack of humidity in the Colorado mountains, the Colorado Avalanche Information Center still urges skiers and snowboarders to be on guard in the backcountry. “We have the snow that fell in October / November, and that created this really weak base,†said Ethan Greene,…
9 western ranches to live like in Yellowstone
In Yellowstone, the Paramount Network hit drama about a super rich Montana cattle baron and his dysfunctional offspring, Patriarch John Dutton (played by Kevin Costner) goes to great lengths to protect his colossal ranch – he is the largest landowner in the United States – Big and bad corporations are salivating at the idea of…
Heathrow Airport: Covid Travel Rules for Ski Destinations Like France, Austria, Italy, Switzerland and Andorra
At this time of year, many people swap the sea and the sun for the slopes and the snow and go skiing in continental Europe. However, as concerns about the new Omicron variant grow, many people could see their trips in jeopardy. Countries in Europe are stepping up measures following the new strain, which is…
Finding a Slow But Steady Pace: A Self-Guided Ski Tour Through Norwegian Forests | Public holidays in Norway
Winter storms in the hills can change the best of plans. In front of the door of the small Norwegian tourist cabin, the snow blows sideways and drifts in our tracks. Crowns of mist filter the surrounding trees in charcoal patches. Walking to the stake, not to mention a long day on skis with heavy…
Saudi snowboarder faces daunting challenge to qualify for Beijing Olympics
“I’m nothing special, I’m not an incredibly gifted athlete born for this sport; I’m just a normal guy who applied for the Olympic team and walked in. Snowboarder Yousif Kurdi is erased as he reflects on his unlikely run that led him to be part of Saudi Arabia’s six-man squad vying for a berth at…
A buying guide to the best… trendy sweaters | Life and style
KUnderwear is a winter staple, but just because it’s practical it doesn’t have to be dull. Color is a good place to start. Bright colors such as geranium pink or primrose yellow are easy to wear, as they pair well with other winter favorites – jeans and colors like black, charcoal, and khaki. High-end brands…
Bankes takes gold at Snowboard Cross World Cup in Montafon
British star Charlotte Bankes scored a stunning victory in the Snowboard Cross World Cup race at Montafon. The 26-year-old edged out Australian boarder Belle Brockhoff to win the gold medal in the second race of the season. The 2021 world champion was beaten by Czech Eva Samkova in the first race on the Beijing Olympic…
5 fabulous mountain experiences Skiing the Cascade volcanoes
The Pacific Northwest has some of the most epic and unique ski trails you can find. The Cascade volcanoes stretch from southwestern British Columbia, Canada, Washington, Oregon and northern California. The climate in this area results in some of the greatest snowfall in the world. Both Mount Baker and Mount Rainier have held world records…
A slide through Minnesota’s deep backcountry skiing history is full of grain and moxie
In 1932, Minnesota became the first state to make skiing an official high school sport, powered by northern Scandinavia. The Arrowhead High School’s first regional ski reunion included teams from Duluth, Coleraine, Virginia and Cloquet, and was held on the east side of Duluth in Chester Park. Still, the state’s first official school tournament wasn’t…
Backstage Reverse Snowboard
Absolut Park in Flachauwinkl is one of Austria’s largest snow parks. It is a meeting place for the best snowboarders and freeskiers in the world, who train for contests on its rails and kickers. Among their number is Clemens Millauer. The native of Upper Austria lives normally with his girlfriend Anna gasser in Carinthia, but…
Kjetil Jansrud, Olympic champion in alpine skiing, absent for the season
Olympic Alpine Skiing Champion Kjetil Jansrud from Norway will undergo season-ending knee surgery after a racing accident last week. Jansrud, the most decorated active Olympic alpine skier with five medals, suffered ligament damage when he fell during a World Cup super-G in Beaver Creek, Colo. On Friday. The 36-year-old will be out for six to…
Legal action launched for “false imprisonment” in quarantine hotels
WWith the UK set to announce some sort of Covid passport system tonight, Annabel Fenwick Elliott examines the functioning of controversial regimes in different European countries. Germany has one of the strictest systems, although it has not stopped Covid rates from spiking in recent months. Entry rules If you are vaccinated you can enter Germany…
Readers Write: Police in Minneapolis, Rental Housing, Estimates
The Star Tribune described Chief Medaria Arradondo as having “guided the police department through the worst crisis in its 154-year history” (“Arradondo: ‘Better’ resignation for MPD”, front page, December 7) . It is more accurate to say that he “guided the police department through the worst crisis in its 154 year history”. If Chief Arradondo…
Are you curious about the hinterland? Alpine Lakes High Camp is a gateway to winter nights
15 MILES EAST OF STEVENS PASS – With a ceremony, I tapped a pot with a wooden spoon and shouted the word everyone wanted to hear: “Dinner! Inside a cozy lodge warmed by a roaring wood stove, eight hungry friends in various states of relaxation – foam rolling sore muscles, sipping mulled wine, working on…
Cast team looking for snowboarders, skiers as extras for a movie scene shot at App Ski Mtn. | Local news
BOONE – A casting company is looking for snowboarders and skiers for two days of work as extras on an upcoming film. The extras would be working Dec 13-14 on Appalachian Ski Mtn. and ski and snowboard on the mountain. “The Other Zoe” began filming in Charlotte on December 1 and will be a feature…
Andorra is a skier’s dream, and here’s how to plan a trip
Andorra is every skier who loves the slopes’s dream, and that’s how you can plan the perfect winter trip there. Winter in Europe is cold and many people spend the season warming up inside their homes. However, these will miss out on a lot of the outdoor fun that they might not get the chance…
Save on Ski Resorts, Comfortable Island Getaways: December Pure Michigan Travel Deals are here
When it comes to the holiday season when it’s family, a quick overnight trip or a multi-night getaway is sometimes what everyone needs to reconnect and relax. Pure Michigan’s December offers have been revealed and the options are plentiful. From savings on stays at northern Michigan ski resorts to cozy island getaways that put you…
US Ski and Snowboard Super Tour takes place at Spirit Mountain
DULUTH, Minn. – The American Ski and Snowboard Super Tour presented by the National Nordic Ski Foundation ended Sunday at Spirit Mountain. After the ideal conditions on Saturday for the sprint events, Sunday brought a different weather, which did not prevent the races from unfolding as this group is aiming for Beijing. This weekend is…
On Cue, skiing returns to center stage before the Olympics
BEAVER CREEK, Colorado – All over the place outside of the Alps, ski racing tends to go unnoticed most of the time. And then, every four years, the Olympics draw near, and with the flip of a switch, ski racers once again capture the imagination of anyone who sees the high-speed daredevil unfolding through Europe…
About skiing: things to consider when choosing new skis
Last week was devoted to preparing for the season. But I did not speak of an essential activity, to read about our sport. What was once reading ski magazines has spread to websites and email newsletters. One of my favorites is realskiers.com, which is published by Jackson Hogen, who has compiled ski reviews for Snow…
With great food and comfortable places to stay, Bend has it all: Gerry Frank’s Picks
Whether you enjoy winter sports, lounging by the fire, or strolling the illuminated streets filled with shops, great food and great beers, consider Bend for your next winter getaway. For a resort that has it all – great views, amenities, and enough on-site things to do that you won’t even have to leave, it doesn’t…
Dave Dubuque: Local skiers, snowboarders are impatiently awaiting the snow
For skiers and snowboarders in the interior of the Northwest, patience is lacking. For the obsessed and addicted skiers and snowboarders of the Northwest Interior, this time of year is always torture – waiting and wondering when the snow will come. Earlier this year, with reports pointing to a high likelihood of a La Nina…
Winter Olympics get underway – Scot Scoop News
Athletes and coaches around the world are starting to prepare for the upcoming 2021 Winter Olympics. The highly anticipated sports festival will be held in Beijing and is scheduled to start on February 4. The Olympic Games attract millions of international viewers every four years. The most popular sports at the Winter Olympics include ice…
The historic designation of the Hythe arena pending
Hythe Arena Historic Designation: The Hythe and District Memorial Arena will remain without a Provincial Historic Designation as the County Council has decided to await further information on the type of restrictions that may accompany such designation. Council’s concern is that the building will still be in use and if repairs are required, the province…
Jessie Diggins – reigning Olympic champion – talks about her priorities this season
Jessica Diggins celebrates her Tour de Ski victory on January 10, 2021 in Val Di Fiemme, Italy. Jessie Diggins has a busy season ahead of her. The 30-year-old cross-country skier is the reigning World Cup champion, the 2021 Tour de Ski winner and the reigning Olympic team sprint gold medalist. She also won the Distance…
12 of the best books on skiing and snowboarding
National Geographic Books This ultimate list of skiers and snowboarders, from famous trails in Alta, Utah, to the 4 Valleys race challenge in Switzerland, to 100 energizing snow experiences for all skill levels. Filled with beautiful National Geographic photographs, expert wisdom, must-have travel information and practical advice, this inspiring guide delivers the best skiing and…
Off-piste, cross-country skiing and downhill: Ways to hit the slopes | Culture & Leisure
As snow begins to pile up on the slopes and surrounding slopes of Spokane, it’s clear that ski season has arrived. From cross-country skiing to alpine to backcountry, Gonzaga students share their experiences, favorite spots, and tips for beginners. For those who prefer the countryside to intimidating trails, cross-country skiing offers a peaceful winter excursion….
Courchevel – The ultimate winter playground for the world’s elite
Synonymous with winter luxury, Courchevel is one of the most popular ski resorts in the world, attracting ultra-rich celebrities, stars and royals. Proving the resort’s ever-growing popularity, Knight Frank’s 2021 Ski Property Report highlights that Courchevel has one of the highest rental rates, internationally, and fetch the highest property prices of all. the ski resorts…