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What Is Glacier Skiing? Everything You Need To Know

Glacier skiing? It sounds scary, we know, but in the context of ski resorts, sliding down glaciers isn’t just normal and safe; it’s a lot of fun. If you’ve ever wanted to ski year-round without leaving the northern hemisphere, these hulking, icy masses might be involved.

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The 6 Best Ski Resorts in Japan

If you’re reading this, you’re probably already aware that the skiing in Japan is really, really good. Heck, they even named a whole month after it–Japanuary.

Skiing News / Powder / May 2

Colorado Braces for up to 15 Inches of Snow

Just when you thought winter was over, the snow gods are returning with a good punch of winter weather beginning Sunday, May 4, 2025 in the Four Corners, and then extending into a vast portion of the Front Range Mountains in Colorado.

Skiing News / Powder / May 2

Mali Noyes Gained Confidence While Shattering Utah's Chuting Gallery Record

As someone who consumes a lot of sports media, there’s a tiny bit of numbness that starts to set in when your Instagram feed is plastered with people doing stuff you could never even imagine doing on skis.

Skiing News / Powder / May 2

"Rowdy" Party Planned to Cap New Hampshire Ski Area's 90th Season

The little ski area that could. Black Mountain, New Hampshire, one of the oldest ski areas in the United States, is preparing to wrap up its 90th season with a bang on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Skiing News / Powder / May 2

Arizona's Ski Season Extended to Mid-May

Ski season's not over yet, even for the Grand Canyon State! After extending their season once already, Arizona's favorite (and largest) ski area just announced

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

The 6 Best College Graduation Gifts For Skiers

As someone who personally spent more than my fair share of time in college skiing instead of studying, I like to think that I still turned out pretty alright.

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Qualified Riders Unveiled for First Freeride World Championship

FIS has released the rider list for the first ever Freeride World Championship, slated to take place in Andorra in February of 2026. Last summer, a vote

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

6 Essentials To Upgrade Your Ski Parking Lot Tailgate

Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. One of the greatest joys of spring skiing, aside from smashing slushy moguls, is that it's prime parking lot après season.

Gwyneth Paltrow Shares New Thoughts on Famous Ski Trial

Actress and wellness brand founder Gwyneth Paltrow was the subject of a widely-publicized civil lawsuit back in 2023. Paltrow was sued by Terry Sanderson, an optometrist who claimed Paltrow had injured him during a collision at Deer Valley Resort, Utah.

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Sugarbush Giving Away Free Lift Tickets For Closing Weekend

Sugarbush has had one heck of a season. After a tough beginning to their season for snowmaking, things really turned around for one of the Mad River Valley's favorite ski areas.

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Epic vs. Ikon Pass: Which Multi-Pass Is Best for You?

It’s an age-old question. One ski season is winding down, while another looms on the horizon. You want to ski as much as you can, but what pass should you buy?

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Fresh Snow Blankets Colorado Ski Resorts on First Day of May

Spring has officially spring, but a handful of still-open ski resorts in Colorado are waking up to fresh snowfall on the first day of May 2025. Take a look at the 24-hour snowfall totals for the five ski resorts still open in the Centennial State.

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Kevin Nealon's Stand Up About Colorado Ski Trails Is Still Funny

Late April and early May are the doldrums of the skiing news cycle, but that's okay. We've had a long winter of covering the most important stories in the world of skiing, and a little bit of downtime is just what the doctor ordered.

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Crystal Mountain Auctioning Chairs From Historic Lift

Ever wanted to own a piece of ski history? Between May 2 and May 16, 2025 Crystal Mountain, Washington, will open bidding for the chairs from its iconic Rainier Express, or REX, lift that is set to be replaced this summer.

Skiing News / Powder / May 1

Caite Zeliff Writes Beautiful Poem About Finding Peace in the Mountains

If you're not already following Caite Zeliff on Instagram, I'd highly recommend heading over and hitting that lil blue button for a peek into the life of one of the most well-spoken and interesting professional skiers in the world.

Skiing News / Powder / April 30

7 Feet of "Found" Snow Could Reopen Michigan Ski Area

Have you ever misplaced multiple feet of snow? Norway Mountain, Michigan, has, and that could spell good news for local skiers. “We found a hidden treasure of snow over 7 feet to be exact and our awesome crew will be working hard to push it out for some epic May turns!” the ski area wrote in a recent social media post today, April 30, 2025.

Skiing News / Powder / April 30

Whistler Reveals Date for 'Whismas 2025'

Sorry not sorry for writing this in a ski publication, but the most magical time of the year is just days away at Whistler Blackcomb! It's bike park season, baby!!! Merry Whismas to everyone who enjoys summer on two wheels!

Skiing News / Powder / April 30

Colorado Skiers Can Ride All Summer Long at Copper Mountain

The start of the summer ski season at Copper Mountain, Colorado, is only about a month away. On June 6, 2025, the ski resort will open its summer hike park, where skiers can ride real snow between Friday and Sunday until September 7 in the Center Village, conditions permitting.

Skiing News / Powder / April 30