Adventure

Skiing Magazine chatted with Fisher about this shot, which made it into the magazine's December 2008 "Best Shots of the Year" photo gallery.

After seven issues and a ton of great photos, it is hard to wittle down the best pictures. Here they are in all their glory with info on how the photographer captured it and how you can do the same.

Ian McIntosh has tips for conquering pillow lines.

Rachael Burks offers tips for difficult traverses.

We thought of calling this gallery “The Coolest People in the World,” but that might make the non-skiing community angry. The skiers you’ll see here have in one way or another changed the sport of skiing forever. These are our gods. Let us worship them.

Get insider tips from Skiing Magazine on your favorite mountains: where to find the best chutes, powder stashes, apres beer, digs, and more. Plus, check out our interactive maps!

SOS Outreach integrated in premieres at three cities

Some of the country’s best gladed terrain, a loose backcountry policy, and cheap bowls of poutine (fries smothered in cheese curds and gravy).

A fixture in the Deerfield Valley for nearly half a century, Mount Snow has grown a lot since ski pioneer Walter Schoenknecht bought a chunk of land on Mt Pisgah from farmer Reuben Snow in 1950.

"Old-time skier's mountain. Great value, views. Not for sissies."

"Beautiful views of the lake. Great new lodge. Excellent grooming and snowmaking."

"Five minutes from I-93. Great staff; nice town; fun area."

"Nice mountain scenery; two mountains with excellent variety"

The K-1 Express gondola delivers you near the top of 4,241-foot Killington Peak for laps in glades so deep you’ll forget you’re on the East Coast.

"Great scenery, pleasant runs. The Mount Washington Hotel is extraordinary!"

"The Little Mountain that could "

The terrain at Smuggs rivals any other resort in the East, and many of the locals who make Smugglers Notch their primary mountain do so because of the mountain’s low-key vibe.

The River's true nature is most readily exposed on the precipitous steeps of White Cap Mountain.

Check in with the Pumphouse gang, which gathers at the pumphouse between the Niagra and Victoria steeps to grill venison, swill local brew, and plot runs down ungroomed gems like Upper Cloudspin and Empire.

The ski area offers 111 trails, served by 16 lifts, spread across three peaks, each with its own distinct flavor.

Mont Tremblant has a decidedly European flavor—from the cobbled streets to the French chatter in the lift lines.

1,294 acres of fall-away chutes, spacious glades, and pillowy moguls, with extra rewards if you’re willing to hike Kachina Peak

Mary Jane—named for a mining-era lady of the night—and its sister area, Winter Park, offer plenty of prospects for good skiing, including bumps and powder-filled bowls. Forming one of the closest major resorts to Denver, the two areas spread across five mountains and 3,078 acres. Add 3,060 feet of vertical, 30 feet of snowfall, and a direct train from Denver and it’s no wonder why the Front Range packs the place on Saturdays.

Unlike many resorts in the area, enjoy free parking and a shuttle to the base of the hill. Get there early for first tracks—the bus runs starting at 6:30 a.m.

Aspen Highlands is one of the four ski resorts in the Aspen Snowmass group. Aspen Highlands features a diverse 3,635 feet of vertical drop from the top of Highlands Bowl to the bottom of the mountain.

With 3,700 acres spread across eight distinct peaks, The Canyons is Utah’s largest individual resort. (Only Snowbird/Alta is bigger.)

Sun Valley’s terrain—ranging from high-speed rippers to wide-open bowls—never gets old.

Breckenridge Ski Resort in Colorado's Summit County offers world-class skiing, lodging, dining and nightlife. Breckenridge averages 300 inches of snowfall and 300 days of blue skies per year.

Aspen Mountain overlooks the town of Aspen, Colorado and is one of the most well-known ski resorts in the world. Aspen Mountain is famous for its black-diamond terrain.

Vail Resort features winter and summer activities for everyone. Find more on Vail lodging, dining in Vail Village, skiing Vail Resort and more.

On ski comics, learning to shred, and skiing versus drawing. As told to Skiing Magazine contributor Ben Hewitt.

As the West coast got tons of snow, the East opened a few ski areas. Check out photos from both sides of the country here.

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One writer's Icelandic quest for steep lines, elves, dwarfs, and trolls.

Photos from the day Taos opened to snowboarders.

On March 19, a.k.a. T-Day, Taos Ski Valley officially opened its slopes to snowboarding. Skiing Magazine sent one skier, dressed him as a knuckle dragger, and waited for the punches to fly.

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Photographer Lee Cohen outlines what you need to create to cover shot.

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The secret? Drafting. Squaw Valley's Cody Townsend teaches you how to master Harkin Banks' moves from "Hot Dog...The Movie."

Set your rotation with your toes. Mike Wilson shows you how.

Then I saw a bumper sticker, designed to look like the Colorado license plate, that read, “No Vacancy.” I was confused. Was it addressing me? Then I got pissed.

Our sport's crotch-ripping badge of courage.

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The World Cup began last weekend with Americans dominating across the board.

The World Cup began last weekend with Americans dominating across the board.

A three-year wastewater controversy gets settled at Arizona Snowbowl.

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Ericsson and Norweigan Jörgen Aamot will attempt to ski the third highest mountain in the world in the next couple of days.

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Book your Portillo ski vacation before Dec. 31, 2008, and pay 2008 prices for the 2009 season.

Follow along as Fredrick Ericsson and Jorgen Aamot attempt to climb and ski Kangchenjunga this fall.

With the World Cup a week away, the U.S. Ski Team ramps up training and preparation

With the World Cup a week away, the U.S. Ski Team ramps up training and preparation

Local wood products and organic materials will be used to create the ultimate terrain park.

SKI Magazine maintains No. 3 ranking, while PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola and GLC receive accolades from UK publications

Ted Ligety, Steven Nyman, and other Ski Teamers work with NASA scientists to up speed in Wind Tunnel

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The action started at Arapahoe Basin and Loveland Ski Areas Wednesday as riders got their first turns of the season.

The Race to Open is in full swing as the two resorts reschedule their opening days to beat their competition

Jackson Hole Alpine Guides’ head honcho Eric Henderson gives you pointers on how to safely handle a couloir.

How to ski it.

Get Information on Opening Days, Epic Deals, and Newsworthy Events

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The unlikely object of reverence atop Vermont’s Mount Mansfield.

Cabins have crossed valley, training and testing needs to take place.

The WME crew does it again with variety, action, and a lot of heart.

NEW MID-STATION ON WESTERN EXPRESS LIFT WILL ALLOW SNOWSHOE MOUNTAIN RESORT TO INCREASE EARLY SEASON TERRAIN

Tickets On-Sale for Squaw Valley Institute’s ‘A Toast to Tahoe Skiing’

Windham passholders get two Snowbird Lift tickets when they stay at the Cliff Lodge & Spa

Get half-off your ski or snowboard rental when you show your airline boarding pass

The North American Outdoor Institute and Dean Cummings will be traveling with Matchstick Productions to Educate Movie Goers

Utah backcountry skiers are shaking their heads at a possible Alta expansion.

The making of a believer.

Ski a perfect day in the Adirondacks, New York, with these tips from Cloudsplitter Mountain Guide Jesse Williams.

Open to the public on Sept 27-28 and Oct 11-13

United, Delta Plan New Service into the Telluride Region