How a Turf War and Some Leftover Kegs Prompted a Legendary Spring Skiing Tradition
The history of the spectacular Cushing Crossing pond skim is as rich as it is dubious.
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10 of the Best Closing Day Parties in North America
Send off the 2021-'22 ski season in style at the Top 10 rowdiest and most inventive closing day fiestas in skidom.
Red Bull Slopesoakers: Not Your Average Pond Skim
Copper Mountain hosts a spring skiing tradition with an unconventional twist.
Level 1's Water World
Skiers take pond skim skiing to the next level in Switzerland.
Red Bull SlopeSoakers: Not Your Grandfather's Pond Skim
A wild—and wet—time was had by all at Red Bull’s SlopeSoakers event, a Copper Mountain springtime ritual.
17 Sweet Spring Fests
Where to find the best spring corn, pond skims, and end-of-the-season parties.
Five More Spring Flings
Haven't gotten your pond-skim on yet? Hit up one of these end-of-season ragers.
Vail Hosts Pond Skimming World Championships April 18
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Vail Hosts Pond Skimming World Championships April 18
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Pond Skimming: Where To Do It, How to Do It
The ski season may be winding down, but that means that pond-skimming season is just beginning. We’ve got tips on how to become a pond-skimming pro and what ski resorts host the best ponds and spring festivals to display your newfound prowess. —Brigid Mander
Sink or Skim
Each spring, skiers—or at least those with little self-restraint—measure their mettle in horizontal rather than vertical feet. The ubiquitous pond-skimming contest is an honored end-of-season ritual—and a handy excuse for cross-dressing.
Pond Skimming Picture Bonanza
As the snow melts, resorts everywhere are celebrating the end of the season with the time-tested tradition of pond skimming. Enjoy these hilarious photos of the costumed, intoxicated antics of spring.
Spring Back to Vail Returns April 13
With incredible VIP hospitality, local, regional and national media along with on-site branding, Spring Back to Vail captures resort visitors during the entire winter sports season.
Rock the Pond
Julia Mancuso and Skiing Magazine offer tips on pond skimming, including this one: Style conquers substance...abuse.
Lake Cushing Classic at Squaw April 27
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2008 World Pond Skimming Championships
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World Pond Skimming Championships
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Kirkwood Jams this Weekend
Kirkwood Jams this Weekend
Quick Spring Trips: Mount Snow, VT
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Fun Photos
Party Scene
NEW VIDEO: Off the Hook!
Party Scene
How To: Pond Skim
Private Lessons
Spring Bloodlust
Rob Story tells us what yard sales and Mexican cantinas have in common.
Fiesta Forever, Eh?
Cold Front
Video: Squaw Pond Crossing Contest
Mountain Life
Slideshow: Pond Skim Wipeouts!
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Slideshow: Pond Skim Highlights
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Spring Flings
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Turning Point The Art Of Pond Skimming
Turning Points