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The 8 Best Ski Resorts in the U.S.
Not everyone wants to spend a winter vacation skiing or snowboarding. But what makes the U.S.’s best mountain destinations so spectacular is that there’s so much else to do, meaning you never have to fasten planks to your feet if you don’t want to. Whether you’re interested in designer shopping, a see-and-be-seen après-ski scene, locavore dining, or exploring historic towns and villages, the best ski resorts in the U.S. have got you covered. Oh, and don’t forget the exceptional views and cozy, bucolic surroundings.
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8 Spectacular Ski Resorts To Try This Winter
Big Sky About four hours north, on the other side of Yellowstone, Big Sky Resort has evolved from fewer than 20 trails and four lifts in 1973 to more than 300 and 38, respectively, today. In December 2023, Big Sky, the largest resort in Montana (and one of the largest in the U.S.), unveiled its […]
Big Sky leaders to teach hands-on wildlife safety
‘Mobile wildlife education center’ to inform visitors, residents and workers about local wildlife, backcountry safety Charles Johnson paces excitedly around a trailer, quizzing EBS on paw prints, scat, pelts, and the difference between antlers and horns. More than just a trailer, it’s a “mobile wildlife education center,” Johnson says. He’s leading an effort called Wild Big […]
Backcountry Skiing 101
Backcountry. Ski touring. Alpine touring. Earning your turns. Whatever you call it, more folks than ever are seeking fresh snow, new terrain, healthy exercise, and fewer crowds beyond the boundaries of ski resorts. And while climbing for turns isn’t for everyone, the barriers to entry have never been lower. Today’s lightweight backcountry gear maximizes comfort […]