How to Become a Ski Instructor in New Zealand
The most comprehensive guide you’ll ever read on doing a season in the land of the Kiwis
Author
Caroline Araiza
Caroline Araiza is a freelance writer and Journalism graduate from Colorado State University. She was an intern for SKI Magazine for one magical summer in 2017, researching and writing stories on her favorite subject in the world.
Although she’s originally from Texas, she can’t seem to pull herself away from the ski slopes—anytime there’s snow, you can find her zipping through the trees at her home mountain, Winter Park.
Follow her on Facebook or Instagram, or email her at ceaaraiza@gmail.com.
My Stories
The Best Opening Day in Decades
Alterra Mountain Co. invested $28.2 million for improvements this season at Winter Park, including $4 million just for improved snowmaking.
Breakfast of Champions—Literally.
U.S. Ski Team Head Chef Allen Tran on how gold-medal winners start their day—and how you can, too (just don’t forget the protein).
Seasonal Stoke: Resort Opening Dates 2017
It's what we've all been waiting for. Opening day is sooner than you think, so get your skis waxed and that season pass ready.
Yoga Could be Your Next Best Training Tool
Tips on skiing’s tried-and-true training trend from X-Games star and certified yoga instructor Ashley Battersby.
Ski Workouts for Busy People
Fitness tips for the overwhelmed skier from Olympic medalist and World Cup moguls champ Shannon Bahrke.
Ski Powder Ridge—But No Need for Powder
No snow? No worries. Connecticut resort to debut America's newest and longest "synthetic-snow" slope this Labor Day weekend.
The Little Guy Strikes Back
In the wake of this summer’s ski resort buying spree, two small resorts capitalize on their rough edges and rebellious spirits to challenge the big players.
Mammoth Closes After 270-Day Season
The snow gods clocked in some overtime as Mammoth Mountain really lived up to its name this season.
The Hills Are Alive…
Our top picks for this summer's best mountain music festivals.
The East's Sleeping Beauty of Ski Resorts
An Australian company buys Saddleback Mountain in hopes of reawakening one of Maine's largest resorts
Back to the Basics
Try Parkour this summer to improve your skiing this winter.
Skiing and Fireworks on the menu for the 4th of July
You thought skiing was over? Not so fast—thanks to the West Coast's wild winter, you'll be able to celebrate your independence from summer's heat by sliding on snow this holiday.
Rival Resorts Find Something to Agree Upon
Aspen Skiing Company and Vail Resorts join ski resorts across the country in pledging to continue to battle climate change.
J Skis and 4FRNT: If you can't beat ’em, join ’em.
Levinthal and Sterbenz say the acquisition is all about two brains—and two brands—being better than one.
Sun Valley Hosts 7th Annual Bike Festival
If you’re a mountain biker, take heed: The four-day Ride Sun Valley biking extravaganza couldn’t be more stoked about cycling.
There's An App for That
A (fitness) app a day keeps the doctor away—and keeps you fit for ski season.
Summertime at Utah's Resorts
From hiking and biking to sliding and riding, Utah's 14 ski resorts leave no summer activity unavailable.
Epic Discovery Debuts at Breckenridge
Coasters and ziplines and slides, oh my! Summer may be the new winter.
Where to Ski Memorial Day Weekend
The ski season is still going off at these nine holdouts, where a few holiday turns could be in your very near future.