You Can Help This Company Get Rid of Toxic Ski Wax One Bar at a Time
mountainFLOW’s Fluoro Wax Take-Back Program hopes to safely eliminate the harmful products from the market.
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The Demise of the Paper Trail Map
Long a mainstay of the lift line maze, paper trail maps have fallen victim to a combination of cost-cutting and environmental sustainability.
New Study: Climate Change Poses an Existential Threat to Outdoor Recreation
Check out Eric Smith's author page.
Learn How This Custom Ski Maker Turns Avalanche Debris Into Skis
"It is a wild process, milling out the wood, see how it goes from that very organic shape into 2x4s, and then it will keep going down and down until it functions as the energy in your ski."
Utah Considers Building North America’s Longest Gondola to Alleviate Ski Traffic
The debate rages in Utah's Little Cottonwood Canyon over the two most recent proposals: gondola or expanded bus service.
The Resorts Making the Biggest Impact Against Climate Change in the Ski Industry
The Golden Eagle Awards recognize three ski resorts and one individual working to further environmental initiatives across the industry.
Virginia Ski Dome One of 20 Planned for the U.S.—But Skiers Aren’t Necessarily the Target Audience
Fairfax Peak will have 10 acres of slopes plus tubing, zip lines, and other "mountain" attractions designed to lure the ski-curious.
This Gear-Lending Library Makes Borrowing Equipment Almost As Easy As Checking Out a Book
The hardy mountain town of Leadville, Colo. is home to an innovative gear repository designed to get more people outside.
These Ski Brands are Making Big Impacts in the Fight Against Climate Change
Icelantic joins Season Eqpt and Renoun Skis as Climate Neutral Certified, and WNDR Alpine is now a part of a B Corp.
Here’s the Best Gear for the Eco-Conscious Skier
From recycled ski edges on skis to apparel made from plastic waste in the ocean, these are brands making gear that is better for the planet.