Tag: snowboarding

Blue Mountain Resort Snowmaking – Gamechanger

With a multi-million-dollar investment spanning the next five years, Blue Mountain Resort is introducing state-of-the art snowmaking upgrades, including 42 high-temperature snow guns, capable of producing snow in temperatures as warm as -2°C. 

Words by Cara Williams, photography by Clay Dolan

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The Name Game – Origins of Blue Mountain’s Trail Names

Chairlift and ski trail names can inspire, trigger anxiety, or make you chuckle. Some are punny (funny puns), while others play off a theme. It’s a difficult task, filling in the blanks on a resort trail map. Names like “Smart Alec” or “Big Baby” read like taunts, while others like “Hell’s Half Acre” are suspiciously nefarious. When you scratch beneath the surface, however, the names of Blue’s lifts and trails reflect the deep-rooted history and culture of the resort, relaying stories and remembering those who laid the groundwork for the sport of skiing in Ontario.

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The Snow Must Go On

Escarpment ski resorts & private clubs have been hard at work putting in place a plan designed to minimize crowds, streamline dining and boil down the ski experience to its core—an awesome day on the hill.

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Not Your Average Ski School

Offering backcountry adventures, steeps clinics, and overnight backcountry and helicopter assisted touring, Extremely Canadian is your one-stop shop for the best in-bounds/out-of-bounds skiing and riding this winter. And the best part—you don’t have to leave the country.

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Getting Ready to Ski

When it comes to snow sports, a well-prepared body can make all the difference on opening day. With the ski season approaching, now is the time to start activating your muscles. Here are 5 key exercises to prep your body for ski season…

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