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Ski Pass options - SNOW Pass is new. Snow Triple Play expands. — Entrance to a gladed ski run at Gore Mountain, participant in Snow Triple Play and SNOW Pass

2 Ski Passes with Big News Today

Snow Triple Play expands their number of ski areas by 44% and Snow Pass is a new ski pass on the market. Both North American ski pass programs are offered by Snow Partners and go on sale September 8, 2026.

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Ski Travel With Dogs. Lessons Learned the Hard Way

Guide to Planning a Dog-Friendly Ski Trip

Going on a ski trip and thinking of bringing your four-legged best friend? Learn from my experience to avoid disasters and set you and your dog up for a smooth journey.

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A very wide straight ski run covered in snow amidst mountains that are a mix of brown and white — Afriski Ski Resort in Lesotho, Africa

Ski in Africa - Put Afriski on Your Bucket List

There are a small number of ski areas in Africa. Afriski in the kingdom of Lesotho is a resort with an energetic vibe and yes, snow.

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Collage of photos from Snow Ridge and Turin, NY in the 1950s — Snow Ridge memorabilia from the 1950s

Snow Ridge, Early Ski Mecca - Part II of My Ski Roots

Snow Ridge Ski Resort is known for natural snowfall, on the Indy Pass and recently celebrated their 80th season. I knew of Snow Ridge from family stories. I visited during their anniversary event to uncover details of my ski roots and left with an understanding of what makes this ski area special.

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Nervous skieer with caption choosing a ski pass shouldn't be scary. Find the right ski pass.

Choosing a Ski Pass for Next Season

The earlier your buy next year's ski season pass, the better the deal. The options between mega passes, regional passes and a single ski area can be overwhelming. Here's how to do your research and make the best decision on what's the best ski pass for you.

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Senior Saver Alert: Places where seniors ski for free — Photo Credit: vome

Where Can Seniors Ski Free? 30 Places

This Senior Saver Alert shares 30 places where you can ski for free after a certain age. Use the guide to search by state for free skiing by location and the minimum age requirement.

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Silver-Haired skier on the slopes — Photo credit: Florian Schindler/Unsplash

The Healthy Benefits of Skiing Later in Life

Scientific studies tout the benefits of skiing for your health, particularly for older adults.

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Woman stretches in a forward lunge — Photo by Margaret Young / Unsplash

Q & A: Stretching & Warming Up Before Skiing

Why do skiers skip warming up? The benefits to a good stretch and warmup before skiing are clear. Timing might be the reason. Here's how to fit in a good warmup.

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Guest: Dr. Leslie — Dr. Leslie Desrosiers, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS and founder of ACL Strong talks injury prevention.

Podcast 301: Keep Skiing Longer

An ACL injury can end a ski season. Dr. Leslie Desrosiers, talks about the ACL, why skiing puts it at risk, and what skiers over 50 can do to stay powerful, balanced, and injury-resilient to keep skiing longer.

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Silver-Haired skier on the slopes — Photo credit: Florian Schindler/Unsplash

The Healthy Benefits of Skiing Later in Life

Scientific studies tout the benefits of skiing for your health, particularly for older adults.

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Gold bars — Photo by Jingming Pan/Unsplash

Searching for Skis Made from Actual Gold

Looking for skis made of gold? We joined the treasure hunt and found some beautiful, bespoke works of art that can also grace the slopes.

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Mountain biker on summer trail — Photo credit Hans / Unsplash

Explore Your Summer Ski Pass Perks Today

Exploring your favorite ski area in the summer gives a new appreciation for the mountains. Season pass holders often receive special discounts for summer and fall fun at ski resorts. Don't forget to explore your pass perks and benefits.

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