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