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Each week Sarah and Nicole will host a ski mom guest to tap into her knowledge and share stories from the lifts. Guests will range from industry insiders to those go-to moms who always seem to have it all together. We'll be sharing laughs and lessons from the hill. You'll feel included, invited and celebrated every time you join us. We hope to help you and your family get to the slopes happy and coming back for more!
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Are you giving your kids a memorable enough summer? If that question makes you feel guilty or overwhelmed, this episode is for you.
Nicole welcomes back sisters, moms and Iksplor founders Kailey and Karissa for an honest conversation about summer mom guilt, raising outdoor kids and learning to embrace the season your family is actually in—not the one you planned.
The conversation was inspired by a message they shared with the Iksplor community:
“Some summers are big adventures. Some are sprinklers on the trampoline in the backyard. Whatever your summer looks like right now, you’re doing enough.”
In this episode:
- Letting go of summer mom guilt
- Raising outdoor kids without forcing big adventures
- Why Nicole rejects the “18 summers” mentality
- Low-effort ways to get children outside
- Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship
- New products and sustainable initiatives at Iksplor
- Why you—and the summer you’re creating—are enough
Kailey and Karissa first joined us in February 2024 to share the Iksplor founder story and explain why merino wool is ideal for active families.
→ Listen to their first Ski Moms Podcast episode
→ Learn more about Iksplor
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Season 6 begins with one of my favorite conversations yet.
This week, I'm joined by a favorite travel partner—my daughter, Chiara.
At 21 years old, she's old enough to look back on a childhood filled with ski racing, family ski trips, endless weekends in the mountains, and now our annual mother-daughter adventures exploring America's national parks.
Like so many moms, I've spent years packing the car, replacing outgrown ski boots, planning trips, and wondering if my kids would someday appreciate all the effort that goes into creating these experiences.
In this conversation, I finally get my answer.
We talk about what it was really like growing up skiing, the lessons ski racing taught her about resilience and hard work, and why she still chooses to travel with me as a young adult. We also share highlights from our recent trip to Acadia National Park, including favorite hikes, biking the famous carriage roads, where we stayed, and the small traditions that make our adventures so memorable. And this is the bag we mention.
If you're spending your weekends driving to ski races, hauling gear, convincing little legs to keep hiking, or wondering whether all this effort is making a difference, I hope this conversation reminds you that it is.
The memories you're creating today don't end when your kids turn 18.
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Kristin Hurd and Karen Musgrave, Canadian ski instructors and co-creators of the Divine ARCS Affirmation Cards, a 31-card deck designed to help skiers connect with the mental and emotional side of the sport. Based at Silver Star Mountain Resort in Vernon, B.C., Kristin (originally from Australia, CSIA Level 4) and Karen (from Southern California, who became an instructor at 40 and earned her Level 3) met during their certification journey and have been collaborating ever since.
The conversation covers their CSIA certification paths, their new "Divine Arc Ski Experience" camps for women, their Kids Mountain Magic book, and practical mindful skiing tips, including Karen's "Superman pose" for overcoming fear. They also share a full destination guide to Silver Star, from travel logistics and lodging to dining, kids' programming, and après ski in the Okanagan Valley.
Resources:
Divine ARCS Affirmation Cards: https://divinearcs.com
Silver Star Mountain Resort: https://www.skisilverstar.com
Book Lessons at Silver Star: Visit the Silver Star website lessons page or email the ski school to request Kristin Hurd or Karen Musgrave (specify last name "M" for Karen)
Key Quotes:
"Breathe in my strength, breathe out the fear. Just coming back into my breath. When I get out of my own way and come into the present moment, my skiing gets way better." — Karen Musgrave
"The snow is your canvas — paint your picture." — Karen Musgrave
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Summer camp season is here, and if your kid lives for mountain biking, skiing, skateboarding, scooters, or just nonstop outdoor adventure, this episode is for you. We’re diving into all things Woodward — the legendary action sports camp that’s helping kids build confidence, resilience, independence, and skills both on and off the bike.
Ski Moms listeners can save $150 off Summer 2026 camp using code SKIMOMS at checkout:
www.woodwardpa.com/summer-camps/mountain-bike/
This summer, Woodward PA is launching an incredible new mountain bike program featuring flow trails, technical terrain, progression coaching, and a seriously fun camp experience designed for every level of rider. Whether your camper is brand new to biking or already sending jumps, Woodward creates an environment where kids can challenge themselves safely while making friends and unforgettable memories along the way.
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.
Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.
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Inside the Portillo, Chile ski experience—from daily life and family-friendly lodging to what makes this independent resort so unique.
And for our Ski Moms community, there’s a little added bonus:
Enjoy 10% off your stay for bookings between June 20 and August 1 by emailing reservations@skiportillo.com and mentioning SKIMOMS.
Last week, we covered how to plan a trip to Portillo. In this episode, we’re getting to the heart of it: what makes this iconic Chilean ski resort feel so different once you arrive.
We’re joined by Ellen Guidara, who serves on the board of Portillo and previously led its marketing. From arriving as a young ski instructor after Middlebury to returning after an 11-year career at Disney, Ellen brings a rare, personal perspective on the resort’s evolution and enduring magic.
Recorded over tea at Portillo, this conversation explores the rhythm, traditions, and intentional choices that define the experience—from shared tables and afternoon tea to remaining independent in a world of mega passes.
If you’re curious about what keeps families coming back year after year, this episode brings that feeling to life.
In This Episode:
- Why Portillo has stayed independent (no Epic or Ikon)
- The all-inclusive rhythm that makes the week feel effortless
- How shared meals and traditions create real community
- Family weeks vs. August’s more social energy
- The realities of running a remote ski resort in the Andes
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If a summer ski trip has ever been on your list, this is your sign to seriously consider Portillo, Chile.
In this episode, we’re breaking down everything you need to know to plan a Portillo summer ski trip—from when to go (their season kicks off June 20), to how the all-inclusive, ski-in/ski-out experience works, to why it’s one of the easiest international ski trips you can do with kids.
We talk through what makes Portillo so unique (think: no crowds, stunning Andes views, and a true unplugged feel), what a typical day looks like, and how to decide if it’s the right fit for your family—or for a moms’ getaway.
And for our Ski Moms community, there’s a special perk: you’ll receive 10% off your stay for bookings between June 20 and August 1. Just email reservations@skiportillo.com
and mention SKIMOMS to access the savings.
If you’ve been craving a ski trip that feels a little more special—and a lot more memorable—this is one to consider.
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.
Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.
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In this episode The Ski Moms welcome Sage McCririck, marketing and events manager at Loveland Ski Area in Colorado, as the resort approaches its 90th anniversary. Sage shares her three-generation family connection to the mountain, where her father, ski photographer Flip McCririck , taught her to ski and she now teaches her own daughter. Located just 52 miles from Denver, Loveland offers two base areas: the Basin with challenging Continental Divide terrain, and the Valley with beginner slopes and affordable $50 adult/$30 kids tickets. This independent, family-owned resort prioritizes accessibility with dynamic pricing, Indy Pass partnership, and creative packages. Sage shares insider tips including the convenient Valley base area, unique on-mountain BBQ grills, and special events like the 35th annual Mountaintop Matrimony on Valentine's Day and live music every weekend March through May. April is the sweet spot for visiting with fresh snow, sunshine, live music, and lower prices after April 6th. Loveland maintains its old-school community vibe while offering over six months of quality skiing from early November through early May.
Resources:
- Loveland WebsiteLoveland on FacebookLoveland Instagram
- Location: 52 miles from Denver, right off I-70
- Base Areas: Loveland Basin (main terrain) and Loveland Valley (beginner/family area)
- Nearby Lodging: Georgetown, Silverthorne, Dillon, Keystone, Frisco, Breckenridge
- Season: Early November through early May
"The first thing that comes to mind is old school, but that's really just because the community feel reminds me of what growing up in the ski industry really felt like. A lot of smiling, friendly faces that know each other, a lot of people coming back year after year, families that have raised their kids here."
"April is definitely my favorite month. You get the best of all the worlds. You usually get fresh snow, you usually get sunshine. You get the live music on the patio. Get the full experience."
"We, through and through want everybody to be able to love this sport. And we want everybody to feel like they're able to participate in this sport."
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.
Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.
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The Ski Moms welcome back Kendra Scurfield (Chief Marketing Officer at Banff Sunshine Village, author, and mom) to share why spring skiing in Banff is a hidden gem for families. They explore what sets Sunshine Village apart—from its high elevation and consistent late-season snowfall to its sunny, celebratory spring atmosphere with longer days, soft snow, and lively après.
The conversation covers practical planning tips, including flying into Calgary, choosing between staying in Banff or at the ski-in/ski-out Sunshine Mountain Lodge, and how to prepare for spring conditions with smart layering, extra gear for kids, hydration, and sun protection.
Kendra also explains why spring is ideal for progression, with softer snow and warmer temps helping both kids and adults build confidence. They highlight family-friendly terrain, childcare and lessons starting at 18 months, and opportunities for moms to push their own skiing—from groomers to more advanced terrain.
Off the slopes, they share what makes spring at Sunshine so fun, from outdoor dining and ski boot dance parties to themed weekends and the iconic Slush Cup. This episode is full of inspiration and practical advice for families looking to extend their ski season and embrace the ease and joy of spring skiing in the Canadian Rockies.
Resources:
Instagram: @kendrasonia
www.skibanff.com
www.skibig3.com
Previous episode: Season 4 Episode 29
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
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The Ski Moms celebrate Crystal Mountain's 70th anniversary with Karen Thor (COO, 32 years at the resort) and Brittany Primeau (Director of Communications and new mom). They explore Crystal's evolution from Buck Hills community ski area to today's master-planned four-season resort village with 1,500 acres. Karen and Brittany share their ski origin stories and discuss the family-owned Petritz legacy that created a destination where families can park once and access everything on foot or by shuttle, from ski-in/ski-out accommodations to the LEED-certified spa.
The conversation covers practical planning tips including getting fitted for rentals the night before, booking lessons for ages 3 to "retired, not tired," and using the Nanny McSki program for full-day childcare on the slopes. Crystal features terrain for all levels with magic carpets, a backyard teaching area, and night skiing Tuesday through Saturday. Beyond winter, they highlight year-round activities including two championship golf courses (home to the Michigan Women's Open for 20+ years), the Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide (Michigan's only alpine slide), Michigan Legacy Art Park, and the resort's role as a base camp for exploring Northern Michigan attractions like Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City.
Resources:
- Website: www.crystalmountain.com
- Location: Thompsonville, Benzie County, Northern Michigan
- Season: Thanksgiving weekend through first weekend of April
- Lodging: Hotel rooms to 5-bedroom townhomes, many ski-in/ski-out
- Dining: Clipper Cafe, Thistle Pub and Grill, Wild Tomato, Mountain Market, Betsy River Pizza
- Special Programs: Nanny McSki, Ski and Sip (Nordic skiing with wine and cheese)
- Nearby: Iron Fish Distillery (3 miles), Frankfort (20 minutes), Traverse City (40 minutes)
Notable Quotes: "It's not intimidating. That's one of the best things about it. Once you're off the bunny hill, everything kind of funnels back down into the village so you don't have to worry so much about losing a kid out in the mountains." - Brittany Primeau
"There's no bad weather, just bad gear. Make sure you have everything you need. And the most important rule is just have fun." - Brittany Primeau
"Our guests are like guests in your own home. That's the way we like to think of it and treat folks. Crystal's always taken the long view and this family owned, operated feeling has just continued throughout the years." - Karen Thor
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
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Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Cindy Dady, CEO of Sunlight Mountain Resort in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Cindy brings 45 years of ski industry experience — from teaching toddlers on the bunny hill to becoming the first female general manager in Colorado not serving as an owner-operator. She shares what drew her to Sunlight, why this independent mountain is a must-visit for families, and how she's leading the resort through its biggest capital investment since 1966.
Cindy walks us through Sunlight's welcoming terrain (70 trails, 720 acres), its centralized and stress-free base area, and the resort's commitment to unreasonable hospitality. She also opens up about her career journey, the mentors who shaped her, and what a typical powder day looks like when you're the CEO who greets every guest at the lift.
Resources
- Sunlight Mountain Resort: https://www.sunlightmtn.com
- Sunlight Ski & Bike Shop (Glenwood Springs): https://www.sunlightmtn.com/ski-bike-shop
- Indy Pass: https://www.indyskipass.com
- Colorado Ski Country: https://www.coloradoski.com
- Fly into: Eagle/Vail (EGE) – 25 min from Glenwood Springs; Aspen (ASE); Grand Junction (GJT); or Denver (DEN)
Key Quotes
"We provide unreasonable hospitality to every single guest that comes. We're the Cheers bar of ski areas — everybody knows everybody."
"Every single trail leads back to the base. You will always end up in the same spot.
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.
Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.
Visit www.theskimoms.co/events to see the 2027 lineup and reserve your spot.
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Kristin Ruud is the founder of Northern Classics, an outdoor clothing brand that blends timeless, elevated aesthetics with high-performance technical outerwear for kids. A University of Michigan business school graduate, Kristin's career took her through financial consulting, hedge fund management, and commercial construction before an entrepreneurial spark and three kids under one and a half during COVID led her to launch Northern Classics. In this episode, Kristin shares how she identified a gap in the children's ski apparel market: technical gear that was either purely functional or purely cute, but never both. Kristin opens up about the challenges of building a brand from scratch with no apparel background, the power of community and customer feedback, and what it's like to see her designs "in the wild" on the slopes out west. As a mom of four (twins almost 7, a 5-year-old, and a 3-year-old), Kristin brings both personal credibility and infectious joy to everything she creates.
Notable Quotes:
"I always say I'm selling — I am my own customer."
"I try really hard to keep my kids at the forefront. I mean, they were the inspiration behind this brand."
Resources:
- Northern Classics Website: northernclassics.com
- Retailers: Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Over the Moon, Maisonette, Janie and Jack, select REI stores, and ski shops nationwide
- Instagram: @NorthernClassics
Email: info@northernclassics.com
Don't miss the Annual Tent Sale, happening August 7th through 9th at the Woburn store only. The sale kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. and continues all weekend, just in time for Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend.
Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.
Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.
Visit www.theskimoms.co/events to see the 2027 lineup and reserve your spot.
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Nicole and Sarah spent over a year planning seven days in the Dolomites for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics and it was 100% worth every chaotic, confusing, cowbell-confiscating moment. In this episode, they break down everything: decoding the ticket matrix, hunting down hospitality packages on two separate platforms, navigating snowy switchbacks from Venice with skis on the roof, and what it's actually like to stand in the finish area for some of the most historic women's Alpine races in recent memory.
The ski racing delivered in a big way! Federica Brignone won gold on home snow to a stadium full of tiger-suited superfans. Mikaela Shiffrin closed out the women's events with a gold in the slalom that had Nicole in tears. Paula Moltzan won the second run, finished eighth, and later handed out uterus pins in the center of Cortina.
Start planning earlier than you think, use miles, go with another family to split costs, and bring really good shoes.
Quotes:
"I think it was a complete bucket list trip of a lifetime. It was a tremendous mix of experiencing another culture in a really fun way, having intense American pride while you're there."
"It was a hundred percent worth it. And we got very lucky with amazing weather, smooth travel — all those things went right."
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Megan Harrod has lived many lives, from being born in a trailer home in Montana to spending nearly a decade as the Alpine press officer for the US Ski Team, traveling the World Cup circuit and managing media for some of the world's best athletes. Now a brand strategist, publicist, and podcast producer working closely with Mikaela Shiffrin, Megan shares her remarkable journey from racing on Midwest man-made hills to the finish lines of Olympic venues. She opens up about the financial barriers in ski racing, the importance of accessibility programs like Share Winter, and how her experience managing intense athlete dynamics has made her a better mom to her two children, Pierce and Stetson, who are just 13 months apart. Megan discusses producing Mikaela's podcast "What's the Point," the powerful Mik 100 campaign that raised nearly $500,000 for ski access, and how she's learned to balance remote work with traveling to World Cup races with babies in tow. Her authentic approach to storytelling and her commitment to making the sport more accessible shine through as she reflects on memorable moments like Beijing 2022 and the importance of mental health in athletics.
Notable Quotes:
"I wouldn't have it any other way. It was such a cool family experience... it was such a strong community and I still have friends from that team growing up."
"In many ways, that was the best thing that could have happened because people really saw who she is at the core. And as hard as it was for everyone, I think that was a really beautiful gift that she shared with the world."
Resources:
- Podcast: What's the Point
- Instagram: @MeganHarrod
- Share Winter Foundation: Supporting ski access for underserved communities
YouTube Series: "Moving Right Along" with Mikaela Shiffrin
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We’re revisiting one of our most meaningful conversations — with Olympic gold medalist, ski mom, and mental performance coach Barbara Cochran.
Why now? On February 11, 1972, Barbara won Olympic gold in slalom in Sapporo by just .02 seconds. And 54 years to the day later, her son, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, won Olympic silver in Super-G in Cortina.
An Olympic legacy — built on a Vermont rope tow.
Barbara grew up skiing at her family’s backyard hill, now known as Cochran’s Ski Area — a nonprofit, community-driven mountain where lift tickets are still affordable, race training happens under the lights, and hot chocolate costs $1.50.
We talk about:
- Growing up in a ski racing family
- Training on the legendary rope tow
- The “Cochran Way” philosophy of excellence without pressure
- Raising an Olympian as a single mom
- And the mindset that wins medals
Barbara’s father believed skiing should be joyful — but that striving for excellence builds character. Before sports psychology was mainstream, Barbara was practicing it. Heading into her Olympic race, she repeated:
“I don’t know if I’m going to win, but I know I’m capable of winning.”
That mindset carried her to gold — and now informs her work helping athletes who “train better than they race” learn to compete with confidence.
We also talk about the financial realities of ski racing, how Ryan nearly declined his U.S. Ski Team nomination due to cost, and the scholarships that helped keep the dream alive.
This episode is about more than medals. It’s about:
- Community skiing
- Raising resilient kids
- Keeping the joy in competition
- And building confidence that lasts long after the finish line
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In this episode Nicole talks with Jill Brabec, President of Nordic Combined USA, about one of the Olympics' oldest sports that still excludes women. Nordic Combined blends ski jumping and cross country skiing, requiring athletes to launch themselves down steep terrain at maximum speed, fly the length of a football field, then immediately race 5K on skinny skis. Despite being in the Olympics since 1924, women were denied entry to the 2026 Games. Jill, a Steamboat Springs ski mom turned advocate, formed a nonprofit with other parents to save the US team when funding collapsed. Her daughter Alexa trains in Norway but can't compete in the Olympics due to gender restrictions.
The IOC will decide about 2030 inclusion this spring after reviewing 2026 data. Jill draws parallels to women's ski jumping, which faced identical arguments 15 years ago and is now successful. She encourages fans to watch men's Nordic Combined February 11, 17, and 19 to show viewership demand, sign the petition at nordiccombineusa.org, and follow athletes on social media. The sport features 17 World Cups for women who jump the same hills as men and train at Lake Placid, Park City, and Steamboat Springs. Families with adventurous kids can find programs starting at age 5-6 through the website.
Website: nordiccombineusa.org
Instagram: @NordicCombinedUSA
NOTABLE QUOTES"It's really hard to see one sibling able to go to the Olympics and the other sibling not able to go simply because of gender."
"What this fight is for is for that next group of girls that are coming up and their chance to pursue it. And whatever other girls are out there looking for a sport that just fits."
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In this episode Annie Fast, Oregon-based freelance writer and former professional snowboarder, joins the Ski Moms to discuss two critical barriers facing ski families: accessible childcare at resorts and mothers competing at elite levels. Annie's investigative work for Ski Area Management revealed a troubling trend of resort daycare closures post-COVID, including Vail's Small World, Jackson Hole, and Bridger Bowl facilities, while highlighting success stories at Mount Bachelor, Mount Hood Meadows, Brundage, and Tamarack with year-round programs. She explains why finding childcare information on resort websites is nearly impossible and how this impacts both visiting families and employee retention. Annie also previews her coverage of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, spotlighting Olympic moms competing with young children and the challenges of decentralized venues. The conversation covers practical advocacy tips for ski families, the reality of split-day skiing for toddlers, and why true "family-friendly" resorts must offer guest childcare.
Keep up with the latest from Annie!
- Website: https://anniefast.contently.com
- Instagram: @anniefast
Key Quotes
"If you're going to call something a family-friendly ski area, it has to have childcare for guests. I just can't imagine how that works otherwise."
"Let them know that if you do decide not to go to the resort because there is no childcare, that was a deciding factor. Otherwise they just won't know that's something that's missing."
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In this episode, the Ski Moms head out west to explore Mount Bachelor with Lauren Burke, Director of Marketing and Communications at one of the Pacific Northwest's largest ski resorts. Lauren shares her unconventional path into the ski industry, from growing up in San Diego with childhood trips to Mammoth, to falling in love with mountain life at University of Colorado Boulder. After over a decade at Mammoth Mountain, Lauren made the move to Mount Bachelor in Bend, Oregon, where she discovered a unique ski destination unlike any other.
Lauren paints a perfect picture of what makes Mount Bachelor special: affordable lodging in nearby Bend and Sun River, free parking, 410 inches of annual snowfall and 360-degree skiing on a dormant volcano with over 4,000 skiable acres. She emphasizes that spring is the absolute best time to visit, with the whole mountain open through Memorial Day and sunny weather that allows families to combine skiing with mountain biking, hiking, and outdoor concerts.
For families, Mount Bachelor offers year-round daycare, Kids Ski Free passes, extensive beginner terrain on both base areas, and affordable lesson packages. Lauren also highlights the resort's four-season offerings including downhill mountain biking, zip tours, whitewater rafting and fine dining experiences at the mid-mountain lodge.
Quotes:
- "There is no winter destination quite like Bend, Sun River, Mount Bachelor. I just cannot find a comparable ski destination that is anything like this."
- "My number one tip for families visiting Bachelor is come in the spring. It is so good in the spring. The whole mountain's open. The weather is good, you get snow, but when it's not snowing, you get sun."
- "The summit of Mount Bachelor is a true bucket list ski experience. It's skiing from the top of a dormant volcano... you can ski a true 360 degrees around the mountain, which you really can't do anywhere else."
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The Ski Moms welcome legendary skier Wendy Fisher, whose name is synonymous with both Olympic racing and big mountain freeskiing. Wendy started skiing at age 2 in Squaw Valley (now Palisades Tahoe), chasing her older brothers down the hill. After losing one of her brothers in a tragic accident, she poured her grief into skiing—eventually making the U.S. Ski Team and competing in the 1992 Winter Olympics.
Wendy opens up about the emotional toll of elite racing, how fear of failure held her back, and what finally pushed her to walk away at age 23. A soul-searching road trip led her to Crested Butte, where she entered her first big mountain contest and redefined the sport by skiing bold lines no woman had attempted before. She went on to become a two-time World Extreme Skiing Champion and star in iconic films by Warren Miller and Matchstick Productions.
Now based in Crested Butte, Wendy shares how she’s reinvented herself many times—becoming a mom of two, ski instructor, DJ, and event coordinator. She talks about teaching through Vail Resorts' “Ski with an Olympian” program and her ongoing love for skiing and community.
Resources:
- Website: WendyFisher.me
- Ski with Wendy: Available at Crested Butte and Epic Pass resorts
- DJ Services: DJ Red for events and weddings
- Après Ski: The Beckwith (formerly Elevation Spa), Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area
Notable Quotes:
"I felt so much guilt for losing the love of skiing, because by the end of my racing career, I just dreamed of when I was 7 and skiing at Squaw, having fun, hitting jumps, playing. Like, skiing used to be so fun. Where did it go?"
"When that crowd noticed where I was going, they just started screaming and roaring. I was just like, oh, my God. Like, this is crazy... And everyone surrounded me. They're like, we've never seen a girl do that."
"My thought in my head of raising our kids is I just want to get to the point where we can ski the world together."
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Tallie Lancey, a Big Sky real estate expert with 18 years of experience representing buyers and sellers in Montana's premier ski destination. Tallie shares her journey from Ohio to Big Sky in 2005. She provides comprehensive insights into Big Sky's unique geography, explaining the three distinct areas: the Mountain (base area with ski-in/ski-out access), the Meadow (six miles away with walkable amenities and better value), and the Canyon (the scenic Gallatin River corridor). Tallie details lodging options from hotels to Airbnbs, private clubs and the ultra-exclusive Yellowstone Club. She offers practical travel tips including flying into Bozeman's charming airport, renting a car and stocking up on groceries before the drive. The conversation covers Big Sky Resort's impressive infrastructure including bubble lifts, double bubble magic carpets for families, a new gondola, and the largest contiguous ski area in the US. Tallie discusses real estate opportunities and emphasizes hiring a local buyer broker due to Big Sky's unincorporated status. The episode explores must-do experiences including the Enchanted Forest, Lone Mountain Ranch's sleigh ride dinner, skijoring events in February, and summer activities.
Resources:
Website: https://www.reallybigsky.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tallielancey
https://bigskyresort.com
Notable Quotes:
"The greatest thing about Big Sky is that it's hard to get here... we barely have a million people in the entire state of Montana."
"Walkability is the new ski in, ski out. I just had some clients here last week who came out with their four kids, and they said, we've been here for a week and we haven't gotten in our car."
"Come here in the summer first, and you'll fall in love with it and you'll understand how the town works... and then come back to ski and you'll feel so much more confident."
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Kameron Tucker, Mountain Sports Director at Massanutten Resort in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Kameron shares her inspiring journey from receiving ski passes in her Christmas stocking as a child to leading mountain operations at the resort where she first learned to ski. Now in her third season as Mountain Sports Director after 12 years with the resort, Kameron brings a wealth of experience from roles spanning the family adventure park, ski patrol , and ski school operations.
Kameron provides an insider's guide to Massanutten, a true four-season destination resort spanning over 6,000 acres with something for every family member. She explains how the resort welcomes skiers from their local Harrisonburg community, Richmond, Fredericksburg, and even Florida, with passholders who maximize their week-long visits by skiing every day. The typical season runs from mid-December through early March, with aggressive snowmaking to ensure quality conditions.
Massanutten is a beginner-friendly mountain that teaches people to love skiing and snowboarding, with terrain perfect for learning.
Beyond skiing, Kameron highlights the resort's extensive amenities including diverse lodging options, an indoor/outdoor water park with a new hotel under construction, two rec centers, escape rooms, 36-40 miles of hiking trails, zip lines, snow tubing, and a full-service spa. Dining options range from a unique ramen bar and cafeteria-style service to the popular Umbrella Bar (a heated yurt with 360-degree glass walls) and Mid Mountain Grill with fire pits and DJ entertainment.
Kameron also shares practical tips for families, including the importance of advance booking , knowing your children's heights and weights for rentals, understanding the three skier types for binding settings, and creating a family plan to avoid getting separated on the mountain.
Resources:
Website: MassResort.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/massresort/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/massresort
Notable Quotes:
"I learned to ski right here at Massanutten, and now my daughter is learning on the same slopes. And so it's so cool to watch that come full circle."
"We like to think of ourselves as that mountain that will introduce you and teach you how to love skiing and snowboarding."
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In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, we’re joined by Jessica Averett, Utah-based mom of five, former professional ski instructor, and founder of SkiingKids.com, a must-visit site for families who love to ski.
Jessica shares her expert tips for teaching kids to ski — without breaking the bank on ski school. She talks through gear must-haves (and what to skip), how to manage different ability levels on the mountain, and her family’s tried-and-true system for stress-free ski days with five kids, ages 8 to 18.
We also cover:
- Choosing family-friendly resorts in Utah (including Snowbasin, Solitude & Brighton)
- What to pack, how to organize gear, and storage hacks at home
- Favorite mittens, outerwear, and the one $10 item every parent should have
- Jessica’s new Teach Your Kids to Ski course & book
If you're looking to make skiing easier, more affordable, and more fun for your family, this episode is full of real-life strategies from a ski mom who’s been through every stage.
🎧 Follow Jessica at SkiingKids.com
and on Instagram at @theadventuretravelfam
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Chemmy Alcott, a British former World Cup alpine ski racer who competed in all five disciplines and represented Great Britain at four Olympic Games. Growing up in London, Chemmy's journey to elite ski racing is extraordinary, she trained on eight-second dry ski slopes made of plastic "hairbrushes" and at age 10 convinced her parents to let her travel alone to New Zealand for two months of training, a pattern she continued for eight years.
Chemmy opens up about skiing at only 80% capacity for eight years due to fear of failure before her breakthrough at Sölden, where she embraced 100% effort and risk-taking. After coming within 1.8 seconds of an Olympic medal at Sochi 2014, her surgeon's warning about potential leg amputation led to her retirement. Now a mother of two boys (ages 8 and 6), she's achieved her childhood dream as presenter of BBC's iconic Ski Sunday and co-founded Carpe Diem Coaching with her husband Dougie, running camps across Europe for ages 6 to 89 focused on building confidence and resilience. She also founded Swiss Mountain Rescue after discovering CBD and meditation eliminated her chronic pain in just two weeks after 10 years of suffering.
Resources:
- Carpe Diem Coaching: https://www.cdcperform.com/
- Instagram: @chemmyski
- BBC Ski Sunday
- Swiss Mountain Rescue (health and wellness brand)
- Imbrace (compression leggings)
Key Quotes:
"I always say that I was made to be a ski racer. I got his glutes and her lungs and I was made to be this mountain goat."
"My injuries are something I'm really proud of because every time I got injured was a moment where I was choosing to be my very best and take those chances."
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In this episode, we tackle a topic that's been the elephant in the room of the ski world: fear. We sit down with Dr. Carol Porter, a Snowsport England coach with 20 years of experience and a PhD in pedagogical philosophies, and Kimberley Kay, author of the beloved "Ski A to Z" book and advocate for women in snow sports.
Together, they reveal findings from their Fear Project research study that surveyed women globally about anxiety and fear in skiing. The results are eye-opening: 62% of women report that fear or anxiety affects their enjoyment when skiing, with mothers experiencing the highest levels of fear. The conversation explores why women's participation in skiing is dropping below 40% in the US, the unique fears mothers face on the slopes, and practical, research-backed strategies for rebuilding confidence after injury or setbacks.
From breathing techniques to choosing quieter resorts to working with mindset coaches, Carol and Kimberley offer actionable advice for any ski mom who's lost her nerve or joy on the mountain. They also share exciting news about their presentation at the inaugural World Women's Snow Sports Summit and their ongoing work to make the ski industry more responsive to women's needs through visual safety education and industry advocacy.
Resources
- Website: Kimberley Kay
- Website: Dr Carol Porter: https://jeaniusski.com/ski-fearless/
"Suddenly having responsibility for more people who don't have the same awareness of what could go wrong, and then knowing that if anything happens to me, well, who's gonna get them to school?" — Dr. Carol Porter
"No one can learn when they're scared. It's just not possible." — Dr. Carol Porter
"I'm a great advocate of breathing. Just take time and breathe intentionally and deeply and just feel the coldness of the air as it goes in." — Dr. Carol Porter
"The physical responses we feel when we feel afraid are the same as when we feel excited. But it's just whether our brain thinks it's a positive experience or whether it thinks it's a negative experience." — Kimberley Kay
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Jordan Watts, co-founder and head designer of Jorde, joins the Ski Moms podcast to share her journey from competitive ski racing to creating a modern ski apparel brand. Born in Texas but raised in New Hampshire's ski country, Jordan's path to fashion design began on the slopes. She attended Burke Mountain Academy, where the demanding schedule of academics and training taught her invaluable time management skills and fostered an intensely competitive spirit. Jordan attended UVM before landing a job in luxury ski fashion, where she gained experience across sales, marketing, and operations. Working with her boyfriend (now fiancé) Jackson, Jordan launched Jorde with a clear vision: create classic, beautifully designed ski wear at an accessible luxury price point, using PFA-free fabrics and thoughtful details like monochromatic trims and innovative ankle patches.
The brand focuses on timeless silhouettes that will last for years rather than trendy designs. Jordan personally handles customer service inquiries, helping customers find the right size and fit. The design process takes about two months per collection, with Jordan carefully selecting colors that work together and obsessing over details like button colors. Based in Stowe, Vermont, Jordan and Jackson run the two-person operation (with help from Jordan's mom) while maintaining work-life balance through daily walks with their dog and regular ski days. Jorde is sold at major retailers including Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Backcountry, and Revolve, as well as boutique ski shops in Stowe, Aspen, Big Sky, and Sun Valley.
Keep Up with the Latest from Jorde:
Website:https://shopjorde.com/Instagram: https://www.pinterest.com/SHOPJORDE/_pins/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopjorde
Key Quotes:
"I felt people wanted a more classic design, maybe more simple, but also still had that kind of attention to detail, those little details that make something so beautiful."
"If you like your outfit, you're just, you know, you're gonna have a better time."
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In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, hosts Nicole and Sarah welcome Rachel Proper, founder of Keep Vermont Wild, for an in-depth conversation about making Vermont's outdoor adventures accessible to everyone, especially families with young children. Rachel shares her journey from posting personal outdoor adventures to creating a comprehensive resource that showcases Vermont's beauty while promoting responsible tourism and Leave No Trace principles.
The conversation covers practical advice for visiting Vermont, including navigating the state's notorious lack of cell service, understanding mud season (Vermont's unique fifth season), and the challenges of electric vehicles in cold, hilly terrain. Rachel provides insider tips on family-friendly ski resorts, recommending Smuggler's Notch as an excellent family destination alongside larger resorts like Stowe, Sugarbush, Killington, Stratton, and Jay Peak.
Rachel emphasizes that Vermont outdoor experiences don't require expensive gear investments, highlighting rental options at local ski shops, free snowshoe rentals at public libraries, and the importance of wool base layers for winter activities. She recommends toddler-friendly hikes like Mill River State Park in Jericho and discusses creative Vermont initiatives like story hikes and story skis that combine outdoor activity with children's literature. The episode also explores the delicate balance Rachel maintains as a content creator—promoting Vermont tourism while protecting fragile ecosystems and respecting local communities.
Keep Vermont Wild:
- Instagram: @keepvermontwild
- TikTok: @keepvermontwild
- Website: keepvermontwild.com
- Seasonal guides available for purchase (downloadable PDFs and hard copies)
Key Quotes
On Keep Vermont Wild's Mission: "Vermont wasn't meant to be enjoyed indoors. I really do not believe that. I truly, honestly believe it was meant to be enjoyed outside."
On Accessibility: "I really just want to elimin
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
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In this episode, Nicole and Sarah sit down with Rhonda Swenson, founder and creative director of Krimson Klover, a women's outdoor lifestyle brand known for its vintage-inspired illustrated base layers and bold, colorful knitwear. Rhonda shares her journey from Texas ski slopes to building a successful Boulder-based company, emphasizing her commitment to slow fashion, ethical manufacturing, and sustainable practices. With a 15-person team (plus up to eight dogs in the office!), she's built a brand that takes 18-24 months to bring products to market, working with renowned international artists and maintaining 20-year relationships with factory partners.
The conversation covers Rhonda's entrepreneurial path—from flight attendant to ski industry rep to serial founder—and her philosophy on work-life balance, with no one working more than 40 hours per week. As an avid backcountry skier who calls Vail her home mountain, Rhonda embodies the outdoor lifestyle her brand represents. She shares practical advice for ski moms building their wardrobes, highlighting the bestselling Switchback jacket and the versatile Carving Skirt. For aspiring entrepreneurs, her message is clear: "Go for it. What have you got to lose?"
You can find Krimson Klover at www.KrimsonKlover.com, on Instagram @krimsonklover, and in ski shops nationwide.
Memorable Quotes
On entrepreneurship: "I always just say, go for it. What have you got to lose? You'll have regret if you don't go for it. I think fear drives people's hesitation to jump in and do something new."
On failure: "Failure wasn't an option for me. I had to pick myself up and keep on going. I've made a lot of mistakes along the way, but you learn from them."
On work-life balance
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
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In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Julie Gacnik, co-founder of Pure Mountain Fun and mom of four who turned her family's ski day frustrations into a thriving business. A former university administrator who learned to ski in Iowa, Julie's journey began when her 10-year-old daughter invented a 3.5-ounce ski carrier for a school project. After strangers at Beaver Creek asked where they could buy it, the family launched Pure Mountain Fun in March 2020, just one week before the ski industry shut down.
Julie shares how the COVID pandemic actually helped them build their business, giving time to figure out domestic manufacturing and navigate virtual trade shows. All four children remain actively involved, from choosing product colors to inventing new items like the ski mat and ring toss made from remnant fabric. The family's commitment became clear when they turned down an offer to sell the business after the kids insisted they wanted to maintain control over their story.
The episode concludes with their après ski traditions: chips and salsa, root beer for the youngest, and blowing bubbles that freeze in the mountain air while watching "Foxana" the fox visit their condo patio.
Quotes:
"The ski pack is a 3 1/2 ounce ski carrier designed to fit like a backpack, but also intuitive enough that a little child such as a three year old understands how to carry it."
"If the kids have fun, if the memories are left on the mountain and not in the parking lot from a negative experience, they had a positive experience on the mountain."
Links:
Pure Mountain Fun: PureMountainFun.com Special Offer: Use code SKIMOMSFUN for 15% off
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Barbara Sanders, the dynamic founder and publisher of The SNOW Magazine and creative force behind Snow Society and Snow Tequila. Based in Aspen, Barbara has been shaping mountain culture for decades, starting as a ski instructor and evolving into a multi-faceted entrepreneur. She shares her journey from teaching skiing at Mammoth and Aspen to launching a glossy lifestyle magazine that celebrates the glamorous side of ski culture. Barbara discusses her exclusive Snow Society membership club that offers unique ski experiences, plus luxury ski trips to destinations like Portillo and Courchevel. She tells us the story behind Snow Tequila, a clean, female-owned tequila brand she co-founded. Throughout the conversation, Barbara provides insider tips for visiting Aspen with families, discusses the importance of ski fashion, and shares her philosophy on entrepreneurship and following your passion.
Keep up with the latest:
- The SNOW Magazine: thesnowmag.com
- Snow Tequila: snowtequila.com
Notable Quotes:
On Following Your Passion: "When you feel something in your heart that you're passionate about, you can do anything. And it is. It's a question of just doing it, believing in yourself, reaching out to people. Everyone knows somebody who knows somebody who can help and support."
On Ski Fashion Philosophy: "You'll never, you almost never find me in black. I'm not going to a funeral. I'm going skiing. So I like bright colors and fun and I like to push the envelope, so it's always something different."
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Kathleen Doehla, a physical therapist and founder of Points North Sports and Regenerative PT in Stowe, Vermont. Kathleen shares her journey from a terrified beginner who crashed into the Spruce Peak base lodge to becoming a confident skier and respected PT specializing in orthopedic and sports medicine injuries. With 26 years of experience, Kathleen discusses the critical importance of physical therapy homework. She breaks down common ski injuries, prevention strategies, and when to seek professional help.
The conversation also covers Vermont's healthcare challenges, the evolution of physical therapy degrees, and practical tools every ski mom should have at home. Kathleen also shares her favorite Stowe recommendations, from Raja Indian food to the Cliff House at the top of the gondola, and her go-to après ski spot - the Après Cocktail Lounge for hot cocktails and chicken nachos.
Resources:
- Website: pointsnorthphysicaltherapy.com
"I would say any injury or illness or condition that is preventing you from living your fullest life" [is worth seeing a PT for].
"I think it's about learning to live a full life with imperfection and don't expect to be perfect necessarily. You know, everybody's managing something."
"So I would recommend to that person that they go see a PT for one session. You don't have to commit to months of it and just see what they have to say."
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last.
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In this episode Heather Henry, VP of Housing and Childcare at Aspen One, joins the Ski Moms to discuss the critical infrastructure that keeps ski communities livable for families: affordable housing and accessible childcare.
Aspen One operates Aspen Snowmass (four mountains), Aspen Hospitality, and Aspen Ventures, employing over 4,000 people at peak season. The company provides 1,300 beds, housing 75% of seasonal workers but only 15% of year-round employees. They take a "housing continuum" approach and subsidize housing to keep costs at 20-30% of employee income.
Childcare presents major challenges, with families joining waitlists before pregnancy and waiting three years for spots. Heather focuses on strategic partnerships rather than building massive facilities. The company culture embraces work-life balance, with leadership encouraging employees to "sample the product" through mountain activities during work hours.
We loved hearing about Heather’s favorite apres ski spots including the Sun Deck at Aspen Mountain, Ranger Station at Snowmass and pretty much any sunny mountain location for people watching and hot chocolate (sometimes with Irish whiskey).
Keep up with the latest from Aspen One at https://aspen.com
Notable Quote: "Stable housing means a healthy community, which means a sustainable company."
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last.
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In this episode professional snowboarder Kimmy Fasani joins the Ski Moms to share her incredibly raw and honest journey of balancing elite athletic performance with motherhood and a breast cancer diagnosis. From her early days learning to ski at age 2 in Truckee to becoming a professional snowboarder in Mammoth Lakes, Kimmy opens up about the realities of maintaining a career in action sports while raising two young boys. She discusses her powerful documentary "Butterfly in a Blizzard," which chronicles eight years of her life including pregnancy, early motherhood, loss, and her breast cancer journey. Kimmy emphasizes the importance of breast cancer awareness, self-exams, and having supportive partners who advocate for your health. She also shares insights about meditation practices learned from her mother, the Benchetler Fasani Foundation she started with her husband, and her cookbook "The Mountain Baker." This conversation tackles the unglamorous realities of early motherhood, the pressure working mothers face, and how life's challenges can ultimately lead to deeper self-discovery and purpose.
Keep up with the latest from Kimmy:
Watch the Movie on Amazon Prime
Website: www.kimmyfasani.com/mystory
Instagram: @kimmyfasani
Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Kimmy-Fasani/100046709361900/
Benchetler Fasani Foundation: www.bf-foundation.org/
Notable Quotes
On Motherhood Transformation: "Becoming a parent or a parent figure is a dynamic shift in anybody's life. And there's so much that we don't know before we start."
On Temporary Stages: "Every stage is so temporary, and they're such a gift to be able to witness them grow, having more patience wi
Participating destinations include:
🏔️ Steamboat 🏔️ Winter Park Resort 🏔️ Arapahoe Basin 🏔️ Palisades Tahoe 🏔️ Mammoth Mountain 🏔️ Big Bear Mountain Resort 🏔️ Snow Valley Mountain Resort 🏔️ Stratton Mountain Resort 🏔️ Sugarbush Resort 🏔️ Snowshoe Mountain Resort 🏔️ Crystal Mountain 🏔️ Schweitzer Mountain Resort 🏔️ Deer Valley Resort 🏔️ Solitude Mountain Resort 🏔️ Tremblant Resort 🏔️ Blue Mountain Resort
Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last.
SHOP HERE
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In this episode the Ski Moms are joined by Emmy-winning broadcaster and writer Victoria Gaither who shares her powerful skiing journey from a tearful first experience at Liberty Mountain through D.C. public schools to becoming a passionate advocate for diversity in winter sports. Starting her career with legendary Ted Koppel, Victoria now writes for Mountain Times and Vermont Ski and Snowboard magazine, focusing on positive stories that move the needle forward.
Her viral article "The Myth of the Black Skier" challenges narratives about diversity in skiing, emphasizing that Black skiers have always been part of the community. Victoria discusses the historic National Brotherhood of Skiers organization, founded in the 1960s to combat resort discrimination, and shares how skiing builds confidence both on and off the mountain. She advocates that "if you ski, you are a skier" regardless of ability level, promoting an inclusive vision where skiing is about personal joy, views, and community rather than speed or technical prowess.
Keep up with the latest from Victoria:
Website: https://victoriagaither.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/were2nextvic
"I never gave myself the title as a skier. I only did that probably about two years ago. So I went through my whole life always saying I'm not a skier."
"I really think that we in the media and in general, we need to change the narrative when it comes to black people skiing... let's acknowledge the already thriving ski community of black people out there doing this, and let's just start there, as opposed to making it seem like that this is something new that we haven't been doing."
Junior Lease appointments at Ski Haus are open! Book for each child 16 or under to get skis or a snowboard, boots, and bindings—plus a free Tenney season pass, Cranmore ticket & more. skihaus.com
This autumn, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
Join us at the Snowbound Expo in Boston at the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center from November 14-16, 2025. Get your $5 day passes or $10 weekend tickets with code MOMTRENDS10 here.
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In this episode the Ski Moms talk with Kristel Killary. Kristel Killary is the Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Resort and Hospitality Management program at Vermont State University, based at Killington Resort. A lifelong skier who grew up at Pico Mountain, Kristel transitioned from a 12-year career in amusement park operations to Killington Resort before finding her true calling in education. She now leads this unique three-year bachelor's degree program that combines academic learning with paid resort industry experience.
Kristel breaks down VSU's innovative Resort and Hospitality Management program that allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in three years while gaining extensive hands-on experience at Killington Resort. Kristel also discusses industry trends, including increasing opportunities for women in leadership roles and the potential impact of AI on resort operations.
Resources:
Program Website: https://vermontstate.edu/academic-programs/resort-hospitality-management-bs/
Campus Location: Killington Resort, Vermont
Partner Resorts: Killington Resort, Pico Mountain, Woodstock Inn and Resort
Key Quotes:
"Most of our students graduate debt-free - that's a true testament to working while going to school. The average amount our students make in their co-ops is about $32,000."
"If they can combine a passion with an education and a career - that's the secret sauce, that's what we all really want."
Junior Lease appointments at Ski Haus are open! Book for each child 16 or under to get skis or a snowboard, boots, and bindings—plus a free Tenney season pass, Cranmore ticket & more. skihaus.com
This autumn, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
Join us at the Snowbound Expo in Boston at the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center from November 14-16, 2025. Get your $5 day passes or $10 weekend tickets with code MOMTRENDS10 here.
Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last.
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In this episode the Ski Moms are joined by Ellen Guidera who serves on the board of Portillo Ski Resort and previously oversaw its marketing operations. Ellen's path to Portillo began as a ski instructor fresh out of Middlebury College, then after an impressive corporate career including 11 years with Disney, Ellen returned to Portillo in 1997 to join the company full-time.
In this intimate conversation recorded over tea at Portillo (Chile), Ellen shares the unique story and philosophy behind one of skiing's most distinctive destinations. She discusses the resort's deliberate decision to remain independent of major ski consortiums like Epic and Ikon passes, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a boutique, personalized experience.
The conversation explores how Portillo creates different atmospheres throughout the season, from family-focused weeks to more adult-oriented periods in August, while consistently delivering exceptional service and maintaining its authentic character.
Ellen provides fascinating insights into the challenges and rewards of operating an isolated ski resort in Chile, from managing supplies and weather challenges to navigating government relations. The resort's strategic vision is focused on remaining boutique while continuously improving facilities and guest experiences.
Resources and practical information for visitors include details about Portillo's various lodging options, such as The Octagon and Inca facilities, which offer more economical choices for families. The iconic Tio Bob's mountain restaurant is highlighted as a must-visit destination for guests seeking the full Portillo experience.
Notable Quotes:
"We are not big corporate. We don't want to be and we're not... We said no to Epic Pass and we said no to Ikon Pass because that's not who we are."
"I think what I'm most passionate about is maintaining this place, getting the word out to people, keeping it special... I find truth, beauty and authenticity super important."
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For this Listen Again episode, we’re revisiting a listener favorite — our conversation with Susan Saad, Director of Community and Customer Relations at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area in Boise, Idaho.
Bogus Basin is unlike most ski areas — it operates as a nonprofit, reinvesting revenue into the mountain and its community. Over Susan’s 10-year tenure, she’s seen how this model makes skiing more accessible, affordable, and sustainable while still offering big-mountain terrain and top-notch facilities.
In this episode you’ll hear:
- How Bogus Basin’s 2,600 skiable acres make it Idaho’s second-largest resort
- The nonprofit model that funds improvements like new lifts and snowmaking while keeping passes affordable (night skiing for just $19!)
- Creative community programs — from school outreach serving 3,000+ kids to a homeschool program with 800+ participants
- How SnowSchool and other initiatives tie environmental education into the mountain experience
- Local flavor, including the Simplot Lodge, the “Beach” gathering spot, and even gourmet grilled cheese
- Bogus Basin’s year-round activities, from mountain biking to the mountain coaster
This episode is a reminder that skiing can be about more than just snow — it can be about community, access, and creating traditions that last.
So whether it’s your first time hearing it or you’re revisiting with fresh ears, enjoy this special Listen Again conversation with Susan Saad.
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Enjoy this Season Highlight from the Ski Moms Podcast
This week, we’re revisiting one of our most inspiring conversations on the Ski Moms Podcast—our interview with Tracy Meier, Chief Program and Education Officer at the National Ability Center in Park City, Utah.
Tracy shares how the NAC creates life-changing outdoor experiences for individuals of all abilities—including adaptive ski and snowboard programs for kids, veterans, and families. If you’ve ever wondered what inclusion looks like on the mountain, this episode is a must-listen.
🎙️ In this episode, we cover:
- What adaptive skiing really means—and who it’s for
- How NAC trains instructors and equips families for success
- The importance of building confidence and community on snow
- Tips for parents looking to get started with adaptive sports
- Real stories of transformation from the NAC’s programs
Whether you're a parent of a child with different abilities, a skier curious about inclusion, or simply someone who believes everyone deserves access to the mountains—Tracy’s wisdom and warmth will stick with you.
🔗 Resources & Links
- Learn more about the National Ability Center here https://discovernac.org/
- Follow NAC on Instagram @nationalabilitycenter
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Join us for the first-ever Ski Moms Book Club and Author Chat with Megan in early October! Contact us via DM @theskimoms or email for an invitation.
In this episode, we welcome Megan Tady, author of the Washington Post noteworthy book "Bluebird Day," which follows a compelling mother-daughter alpine skiing duo in the Swiss Alps. From her journalism roots to becoming a novelist, Megan shares how she crafted an authentic story about competitive skiing despite not being an expert skier herself. Through extensive research, including interviews with Olympic athletes and sports psychologists, she brings depth and authenticity to her characters' experiences on and off the slopes.
Megan tells about her personal journey with skiing, from humble beginnings at Nebraski to a transformative (and terrifying) experience on a Swiss glacier that later informed her writing. She discusses how this personal encounter with skiing anxiety helped shape her character development and contributed to the book's exploration of mental health in sports.
As a mother of two young children just beginning their skiing journey at Berkshire East, Megan offers insights into balancing family life with creative pursuits and the delicate art of encouraging children in sports while respecting their boundaries. She thoughtfully weaves in broader themes about climate change's impact on winter sports, nature's healing power, and the importance of disconnecting from technology to connect with the outdoors.
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Join us at the Snowbound Expo in Boston at the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center from November 14-16, 2025. Get your $5 day passes or $10 weekend tickets with code MOMTRENDS10 here.
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In this summer episode, personal trainer and ski mom Hollie Nicholson shares her expertise on building strength for skiing through accessible at-home workouts. From her Indiana roots to skiing the Swiss Alps, Hollie discusses how she helps women build confidence and strength for their mountain adventures. As the creator of Strong Training Methods, she breaks down how busy moms can incorporate effective 30-45 minute workouts using simple equipment like dumbbells and resistance bands.
Hollie shares valuable insights on teaching young children to ski, starting with her own kids at age two. She discusses practical approaches to managing ski gear for growing families, including tips for buying and trading equipment through platforms like Poshmark and local ski swaps.
We dive into fitness fundamentals and learn why unilateral training is crucial for skiing and how proper core engagement can help prevent injuries. She emphasizes that strength training doesn't require heavy barbells or gym memberships - just consistent, purposeful movement with proper form. Her program offers flexibility for active women who enjoy multiple sports.
The conversation includes Hollie's adventures skiing the Swiss and Italian Alps, practical packing tips for international ski trips, and navigating European ski culture with family. And like always, we discuss après ski traditions, including non-alcoholic options and her family's unique pop-tart tradition. For women hesitant to start strength training, Hollie offers encouraging wisdom about the connection between muscle maintenance and long-term health.
Notable Quotes:
"Muscle is your metabolic engine. It's like your body's physical 401k - we wouldn't step into retirement without money in the bank, so we shouldn't step into retirement without muscle on our body."
"The longer you wait, you're delaying the results and
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In this Listen Again episode, we're heading back to one of our favorite conversations with Marsha Hovey, the creative and passionate Marketing Director at Trollhaugen, a beloved family ski area just outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
In this episode, we talk about:
- What makes Trollhaugen such a hidden gem for Midwest families
- The power of embracing fun and creativity in ski culture
- Why Trollhaugen leans into night skiing and terrain parks
- How Marsha uses storytelling and social media to connect with skiers
- Tips for families looking to try smaller, regional resorts
- How the Trollhaugen team keeps skiing accessible and joyful
Whether you're planning a trip to the Midwest or looking for inspiration from ski areas that prioritize heart over hype, this episode is a must-listen.
About Our Guest:
As the Marketing Director at Trollhaugen, she’s helped the resort grow a loyal following with her authentic storytelling and clever content.
Connect with Trollhaugen:
🌐 trollhaugen.com
📸 @trollhaugenskiresort
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This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes featuring Janna Allen from Brundage Mountain Resort in McCall, Idaho. Why? Because we finally got to ski Brundage last winter—and we absolutely loved it. From the uncrowded slopes to the friendly vibe and incredible tree skiing, Brundage truly lived up to the hype.
In this episode, Janna shares what makes Brundage such a hidden gem for families:
⛷️ Deep powder and terrain for all levels
🏔️ A laid-back, welcoming mountain culture
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly amenities and year-round activities
🌲 Plus, insider tips on where to ski, stay, and eat in McCall
Whether you’re planning a trip to Idaho or just dreaming of your next snowy escape, this episode is worth a second listen. Tune in to hear why Brundage might just be your new favorite mountain.
Listen now and get inspired for your next family ski adventure.
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Join us at the Snowbound Expo in Boston at the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center from November 14-16, 2025. Get your $5 day passes or $10 weekend tickets with code MOMTRENDS10 here.
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In this summer episode we are joined by Joyce Shulman, entrepreneur and avid skier, who returns to discuss her latest venture, Open Play, and the explosive growth of pickleball. As one of America's fastest-growing sports with a 45% increase in players between 2023-2024, pickleball has evolved from a casual backyard game to a dynamic sport attracting players of all ages.
Joyce breaks down the essentials of pickleball, from equipment needs to safety considerations, while highlighting the sport's unique "open play" culture that makes it particularly accessible for beginners. She shares valuable insights about proper gear (including her company's merino wool PB Socks), the importance of court shoes and eye protection, and tips for getting started.
Perfect for the Ski Moms community, this episode explores how pickleball serves as an ideal off-season activity for active families, offering both physical benefits and social connections.
Resources:
- Keep up with Open Play Post! Sign up for the newsletter here
- PKL Fit programs: https://pkl.fit/
- PB Sox
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Join us at the Snowbound Expo in Boston at the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center from November 14-16, 2025. Get your $5 day passes or $10 weekend tickets with code MOMTRENDS10 here.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Sam Ryan, Director of Partnerships at Roam Fest, who shares her evolution from mental health professional to mountain bike advocate. Sam discusses how Roam Fest has grown from a small gathering to an 800+ person celebration of women and non-binary riders, complete with workshops, guided rides, and legendary dance parties.
Sam offers valuable insights for newcomers to mountain biking, emphasizing the importance of finding supportive women's riding groups and welcoming bike shops. We explore how Roam Fest creates an inclusive environment through affinity groups, ranging from parent riders to geologists to sober riders, ensuring everyone finds their community.
The discussion delves into the transformation of the mountain biking industry, highlighting the increasing presence of women-owned brands and female representatives. Particularly relevant for ski moms is the parallel between learning to ski and starting mountain biking, with recommendations for coaching organizations like VNTRbirds and All Ride.
For those interested in attending Roam Fest, Sam details the logistics of the three-day festival, including camping arrangements, demo bikes, guided rides, and workshops.
Roam Fest 2025 will take place September 19-21, 2025 in Fruita, Colorado, sign up here!
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Website: https://roamfest.com Instagram: @thisisroamYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/roamevents
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
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We’re bringing back an episode that we believe deserves a second listen.
🎧 Tune in and be inspired by how education can adapt to meet the needs of our ski families.
👉 Listen now, and don’t forget to share with another ski mom who may have missed it the first time around.
As part of our Ski Moms Summer Listen Again Series, we’re revisiting our thoughtful conversation with Tess Miner-Farra, Head of School at the Winter Sports School in Park City, Utah—a unique academic program designed specifically for student-athletes chasing snow and success.
Tess shares how the school flips the traditional calendar to support winter sports schedules, making it possible for student skiers and snowboarders to pursue competitive goals without sacrificing their education. We talk about what makes the Winter Sports School different, how families can support student-athletes, and why this model is gaining national attention.
Whether you're raising a young racer, a freestyle skier, or just dreaming of a more flexible school year, this episode is packed with insights from someone who truly understands the balance of academics and athletics. Find out more here www.wintersportsschool.org
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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Ski Moms Podcast Episode: Olympian Insights & Epic Summer Camps with Phoebe Mills
In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, we sit down with Phoebe Mills—Olympic gymnast, snowboarding judge, and now Vice President of Camp Experiences & Programming at Woodward. Phoebe shares her fascinating journey from the Olympic podium in Seoul to the snowy halfpipes of the Winter Games in Sochi, and how she’s now creating unforgettable experiences for the next generation of athletes.
We dive into the details of Woodward’s summer programs, which are packed with adventure, creativity, and skill-building. Whether your kids are into snowsports, skateboarding or mountain biking, we've got ideas for a confidence-boosting, (relatively) screen-free summer.
Explore Programs & Register:
All Woodward Summer Camps
https://www.worldofwoodward.com/experiences
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode the Ski Moms sit down with Sascha Mayer, co-founder of Mamava to discuss how their innovative lactation pods are making ski resorts more accessible for breastfeeding mothers.
Sascha shares her journey from snowboarding enthusiast to entrepreneur, explaining how her experience with Burton Snowboards inspired Mamava's distinctive pod design. The conversation covers the practical features of Mamava pods, their presence at ski resorts like Stowe and Bridger Bowl, and the broader implications for family support in the ski industry.
Sascha emphasizes the importance of customer advocacy in driving positive change and envisions a future where ski resorts comprehensively support families, from convenient parking to childcare to lactation spaces. The episode provides valuable insights for both ski resorts aiming to become more inclusive and families seeking better accommodations.
Keep up with the latest from Mamava:
Website: Mamava
Instagram: @mamava_vt
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mamava
App: mamava-breastfeed-on-the-go/id901989849
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Scout Bags CEO Kate Kegan who shares her journey from learning to ski at Stowe to leading a $20+ million accessories company beloved by ski families nationwide. Kate discusses how Scout Bags evolved from a small wholesale business to a major lifestyle brand, driven by their signature all-weather woven fabric and creative seasonal prints.
She recommends starting with the Four Boys or Three Girls bag for gear storage, paired with the versatile Baguette bag for daily use. The discussion includes practical tips for skiing with toddlers and the importance of staying organized through Scout's innovative storage solutions. Use code RAKSKIMOMS15 at checkout for 15% off your new favorite bag from Scout!
Keep up with the latest from Scout Bags:
Website: https://scoutbags.com
Instagram: @scoutbags
Facebook: www.facebook.com/scoutbags
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/scoutbags_/
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
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In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Ensi Armacost and Haley Hessinger, founders of the University of Utah's Strand Collective. This innovative ski and ride club was created to increase the presence of female skiers and riders on campus and has quickly grown to over 300 members.
Located just 30 minutes from world-class resorts, the University of Utah provides the perfect backdrop for this thriving community. The Strand Collective offers members clinics, wax nights, ski movie screenings, and organized trips, while taking advantage of student perks like free UTA bus transportation and discounted season passes.
What makes the Strand Collective special is their commitment to inclusivity, particularly for beginners. Their buddy system pairs experienced skiers with newcomers, creating a supportive environment for women to progress in the sport. Through social media and campus outreach, they're building an engaging community that celebrates women in snow sports.
Ensi and Haley share insights about campus life, Salt Lake City's unique ski culture, and their vision for the club's future. Their message is clear and inspiring: "Don't be afraid to try... just take up space."
Keep up with the latest from The Strand Collective:
Instagram: @strandcollectiveutah
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In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Annie Pilek, Director of Recreation and Entertainment at the historic Mohonk Mountain House. Located just 90 miles from NYC in the Catskills (NY State), this resort has been welcoming guests for over 150 years.
Annie shares how the property offers something for everyone in every season - from winter activities like snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice skating to summer adventures including hiking, boating, and rock climbing. She details the resort's extensive kids' programs, farm-to-table dining experiences, and luxurious spa amenities.
The conversation also explores Mohonk's deep commitment to conservation through its connection with the Mohonk Preserve and various sustainability initiatives. Whether you're planning a family getaway or a romantic escape, Annie provides insider tips on making the most of this unique destination that feels worlds away from city life while being easily accessible from the New York metro area.
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Website: www.mohonk.com
Instagram: @mohonkmountainhouse
Facebook: www.facebook.com/mohonk
YouTube: www.youtube.com/mohonk
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode, the Ski Moms explore Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area with Susan Saad, Director of Community and Customer Relations. Susan shares how this unique nonprofit ski area, just 16 miles from downtown Boise, has evolved over her 10-year tenure. Susan discusses the mountain's impressive 2,600 skiable acres, making it Idaho's second-largest resort, and details the extensive improvements made possible by their nonprofit model, including new chairlifts and state-of-the-art snowmaking.
Susan highlights Bogus Basin's deep community connections through innovative programs like their extensive school outreach serving 3,000+ kids annually, a groundbreaking homeschool program with 800+ participants, and their environmental education initiatives through SnowSchool. Susan explains their commitment to accessibility through affordable pricing, including $19 night skiing tickets and various pass options for different demographics.
We cover on-mountain amenities, from the main Simplot Lodge to the popular "Beach" area known for gourmet grilled cheese. Susan shares local traditions and details year-round activities, including summer mountain biking and their mountain coaster. Her insights reveal how Bogus Basin's nonprofit status allows them to prioritize community engagement while maintaining high-quality ski operations, making it a unique model in the industry. The episode provides a comprehensive look at this community-focused mountain that combines affordable access with extensive terrain and programs for all ability levels.
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode, the Ski Moms dive into the world of Okemo Mountain Resort with Abby Childs, co-founder of Unofficial Okemo. Abby shares her journey from Rhode Island to becoming a local expert on all things Okemo. She discusses the mountain's layout, including the two base areas (Clock Tower and Jackson Gore) and offers tips on navigating the trails. Abby highlights Okemo's family-friendly features, such as the heated bubble chairlifts and varied terrain suitable for all skill levels.
The conversation covers local dining gems, both on and off the mountain, with recommendations like the fried pickles at The Bull, Homestyle Hotel's sticky ribs, and the Unofficial Spritz at Main + Mountain. Abby also reveals hidden treasures like the mysterious Candy Mailbox on the slopes. For rainy day activities, she suggests options like the Spring House pool facility and the arcade at Game Bird restaurant. Throughout the episode, Abby's passion for Okemo and the Ludlow community shines through, offering an authentic insider's perspective on planning the perfect family ski trip to this Vermont destination.
Resources:
Website: https://www.okemo.com
Main & Mountain Hotel and Bar
Homestyle Hotel Restaurant
Game Bird Restaurant
Keep up with the latest from Abby on Unofficial Okemo and Wavy Grape:
Website: www.unofficialokemo.com
Website: www.wavygrape.com
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode the Ski Moms welcome Charlotte Lilley, founder of The Ski Retreat, about creating transformative ski experiences that bring women together for adventure, connection and confidence on the slopes.
Charlotte shares how she turned her lifelong passion for skiing into a mission to empower women, designing curated 3-4 day retreats that combine skiing with yoga, art, inspiring speakers, chef-prepared meals and meaningful connection. From her early days learning to ski at age three in Tahoe to launching The Ski Retreat while working in tech, Charlotte discusses her journey as a female entrepreneur in the ski industry. She explains how The Ski Retreat creates a supportive environment for women of all ability levels to challenge themselves on the mountain while forming lasting friendships.
The conversation covers everything from retreat logistics and destinations to après ski culture and the importance of offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Charlotte's passion for fostering authentic connection between women while helping them push their comfort zones on the slopes shines through as she shares her vision for growing The Ski Retreat's impact.
Keep up with the latest from The Ski Retreat:
Website: https://www.theskiretreat.co
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskiretreat
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, Nicole and Sarah welcome Kendra Scurfield, Vice President of Brand and Communications at Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort in Banff, Canada. As both a ski industry professional and a mom to a young skier, Kendra offers unique insights into the family-friendly aspects of skiing in Banff.
Kendra shares her deep connection to the area, having grown up in Banff and now working at her family's resort. She provides comprehensive information about Sunshine Village, from its unique gondola access to its variety of terrain spanning over 3,000 acres! The discussion covers everything families need to know about planning a ski trip to Banff, including transportation, accommodation options, and activities both on and off the mountain.
We loved learning about the Sunshine Mountain Lodge, the area's only ski-in/ski-out hotel, and its family-friendly amenities including an on-mountain licensed daycare - a rare find in today's ski industry. Kendra also explains the differences between Banff's three ski areas and why Sunshine Village is particularly well-suited for families.
Keep up with Sunshine Village:
Website: https://www.skibig3.com/ski/resorts/banff-sunshine/
Sunshine Mountain Lodge: https://www.sunshinemountainlodge.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skibig3/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkiBig3/
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode the Ski Moms welcome Lutricia Eberly, Executive Director of PORA (Pennsylvania Outdoor Recreation Association), to discuss skiing in the Keystone State.
Lutricia shares her journey from college skiing at Round Top Mountain to her current leadership role, transitioning from an IT career through various positions in the ski industry.
Pennsylvania's winter sports landscape includes 23 member resorts, ranging from day facilities to full-service lodging properties like Seven Springs, Liberty Mountain, Camelback, and Bear Creek. The state's resorts are known for extensive snowmaking capabilities, night skiing options, and family-friendly base areas, typically operating from mid-December through mid-March.
Lutricia highlights Pennsylvania's significant outdoor recreation economy, with skiing contributing nearly $1 billion to the state's $17 billion outdoor recreation sector. As PORA's leader, she focuses on workforce development and promoting outdoor recreation careers, while maintaining the organization's "Start Here" philosophy that positions Pennsylvania as an accessible destination for families beginning their outdoor adventures.
Resources for planning a Pennsylvania ski trip can be found at SkiPA.com, while those interested in industry careers can visit PathToOutdoorRecJobs.com.
Keep up with the latest from Ski PA:
Website: https://www.skipa.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoSkiPA/
Path To Outdoor Rec Jobs: https://pathtooutdoorrecjobs.com
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
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In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, Nicole and Sarah chat with Kimberley Jochl, Vice President and Director of Marketing and Merchandising at Sugar Mountain Resort in North Carolina. A former US Ski Team member and Junior World Champion, Kimberley brings her extensive skiing background to the southern skiing scene.
Kimberley shares her journey from racing in the Berkshires to competing internationally, and eventually finding her way to Sugar Mountain. She provides valuable insights into the vibrant southern ski culture and how Sugar Mountain caters specifically to families and first-time skiers. The resort's commitment to accessibility is evident in their comprehensive offerings, including clothing rentals, on-site daycare, and lesson programs for all ages.
The discussion highlights Sugar Mountain's role in introducing new skiers to the sport, with approximately 60% of their visitors being beginners. Kimberley also details the resort's recent improvements, including new high-speed lifts and state-of-the-art snowmaking capabilities that allow for a November-to-March season.
Keep up with the latest from Sugar Mountain:
Website: http://skisugar.com/
Instagram: http://instagram.com/skisugar
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
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In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, Nicole welcomes Tori Collins, a professional ski instructor from France who specializes in teaching toddlers to ski. Tori shares her fascinating journey from learning on dry slopes in England to becoming a specialized instructor in the French Alps, where she now teaches as an independent instructor and raises her four ski-loving children.
Tori offers invaluable insights about introducing young children to skiing, emphasizing that the journey can begin even before hitting the slopes. Tori recommends using books, videos, and play at home to familiarize toddlers with skiing concepts and equipment. A key message from Tori is the importance of letting children set their own pace, focusing on making skiing fun rather than pushing technical skills too early.
We cover practical advice for parents, including how to prepare children for their first lesson, what to expect at different ages, and how to use teaching tools like the edgy wedgie effectively. Tori also provides interesting comparisons between skiing in Europe and the United States, touching on differences in instruction methods and mountain culture.
This episode provides great tips for any parent considering introducing their young children to skiing, with practical advice grounded in both professional expertise and personal experience.
Keep up with the Latest from Tori:
Website: https://tori.ski
Instagram: @tori.ski/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnHiD0cAoWkweNT6ub9fVxw
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode the Ski Moms welcome Alice Merryweather, former U.S. Ski Team member and recent Dartmouth graduate. Alice shares her path from a Massachusetts recreational skier to World Cup competitor, and now to her post-racing life. Like many East Coast racers, Alice started at her local mountain - Attitash in New Hampshire. Alice's ski journey led through Stratton Mountain School to earning a spot on the U.S. Ski Team at 19, where she competed on the World Cup circuit and represented Team USA at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang.
Alice speaks openly about navigating injuries, eating disorder recovery, and completing her degree at Dartmouth while maintaining her professional skiing career. Her candid discussion about mental health advocacy and the support she received from teammates and family offers valuable insights for athletes and families facing similar challenges.
Now a recent college graduate, Alice shares how she's rediscovering skiing for pure enjoyment while exploring new career opportunities. Her perspective on transitioning from elite athletics provides a thoughtful look at life after competitive racing.
Resources:
Athlete Mental Health Week
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)
ED Care Treatment Centers
Keep up with the Latest from Alice:
Instagram: @aliweather_
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode, Nicole and Sarah host Annie Parsons, ski mom and owner of Center Studio Yoga in Waterbury, Vermont. We have an in-depth discussion about integrating yoga into your ski lifestyle. Annie, whose journey took her from competitive tennis player to ski instructor to yoga studio owner, shares valuable insights about how yoga can enhance skiing performance through improved breath awareness, body control, and balance.
We cover practical approaches for beginners, including how to choose the right type of yoga class as a skier and simple 15-30 minute routines for both pre and post-ski sessions. Annie addresses common concerns about starting yoga, offering encouragement for those who might feel intimidated by their first class.
Annie emphasizes yoga's role in injury prevention and performance enhancement for skiers, sharing specific poses and practices that particularly benefit snow sports enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or completely new to the practice, this episode offers valuable insights for incorporating yoga into your ski season routine.
Keep up with the Latest from Annie:
Website: www.centerstudioyoga.com
Instagram: @centerstudioyoga
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
This summer, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
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In this episode, Nicole and Sarah host Kelly Pilla, co-owner of Ski Haus,to discuss running her family's three New England ski shops. Starting as a college student who met her future husband on the job, Kelly shares how they started with their first store in Salem, NH in 1988 and expanded to locations in Framingham and Woburn, MA.
Kelly highlights Ski Haus' popular trade-in and junior lease programs, which help make skiing more affordable for growing families. She emphasizes the value of professional equipment fitting, safety checks, and having access to knowledgeable staff who actively ski and understand the products they sell.
We cover Ski Haus' evolution as a year-round business, combining winter sports with patio furniture sales. Kelly discusses their professional tuning services, customer appreciation events, and ski bus trips to various New England mountains.
We loved talking about the importance of supporting local ski shops and the unique value they provide through personalized service, equipment expertise, and building community among skiing families.
Keep up with the Latest from Ski Haus:
Website: skihaus.com
Instagram: @skihaus
Facebook: www.facebook.com/skihauspatioplace
Junior Lease & Trade In Program: skihaus.com/jr-lease-trade-in/ Ski Bus Trips: skihaus.com/mtn-snow-reports/
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
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In this episode, Nicole and Sarah host Dana Kent, a long time ski industry professional turned executive coach. Dana shares her career journey from growing up skiing in Vermont to her work in the ski industry and her path to become an executive coach.
Dana discusses her 20+ year career with Vail Resorts, focusing on health and safety, and explains the importance of human connection in promoting safety culture at ski resorts. Dana offers insights on lift operations, ski patrol, and guest responsibility. She talks about transitioning back to Vermont and pivoting to executive coaching, emphasizing her focus on supporting women in male-dominated outdoor industries.
Dana describes her coaching approach and who can benefit from working with her, sharing thoughts on work-life balance and enjoying outdoor activities post-career change. A key quote from the episode: "The human to human connection is the most important thing. We become almost agents of behavioral change."
Keep up with the Latest from Dana:
Website: https://www.danakentcoaching.com
Dana’s Blog: https://www.danakentcoaching.com/blog
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
This summer, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
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In this episode, Nicole and Sarah welcome Tracy Meier, Chief Programming and Education Officer for the National Ability Center (NAC) in Park City, Utah. Tracy provides an overview of NAC's programs, focusing on their ski program at the new McGrath Mountain Center. She offers valuable tips for families considering adaptive skiing, drawing from her experience as both a professional and a mother of three.
The conversation covers NAC's various winter programs and Tracy's own skiing experiences with her family. She discusses balancing her professional role with family ski time, including their tradition of exploring different Utah resorts during spring break.
Looking ahead to the 2034 Olympics and Paralympics in Utah, Tracy is excited about NAC's potential role and the increasing inclusion in adaptive sports. As always, we we conclude by hearing about Tracy’s ideal après-ski scene: good friends, laughter, and fun in the parking lot after a day on the slopes. Tracy welcomes inquiries about adaptive sports and recreation opportunities at NAC.
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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2024-25 Ski Camps and Clinics ListingCheck out the 2025 Ski Moms Women-Only Events
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Michelle Leibowitz to explore the empowering world of women’s ski camps and clinics. Whether you're looking to build your confidence on the slopes, improve your technique, or simply connect with other women who share your passion for skiing, these programs offer something for everyone. Michelle shares her personal experiences, insider tips, and the transformative impact these camps can have on your skiing journey.
We discuss how women’s ski camps foster a supportive and encouraging environment, why they’re perfect for skiers of all levels, and how to find the right camp or clinic for you. Tune in to discover how investing in yourself can lead to unforgettable adventures on the mountain!
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah welcome Marsha Hovey, marketing director at Trollhaugen, a family-friendly ski area celebrating its 75th anniversary just outside Minneapolis, Minnesota. Trollhaugen, though small with 80 acres, 270 ft vertical, and 30 trails, offers an affordable and accessible skiing experience. Adult day tickets max at $65, while season passes start at an incredibly low $270.
The resort caters to all ages, with programs starting for kids as young as 3 and extending through college. Marsha discusses Trollhaugen's strong Scandinavian heritage, evident in its troll mascots and themed trails. Popular events like Late Night Fridays, where the resort stays open until 3am, showcase the area's unique charm.
Marsha also highlights Trollhaugen's efforts to increase diversity in winter sports, including collaborations with groups like Melanin in Motion to make skiing more accessible to BIPOC communities. As part of the Midwest Ski Areas Association, Trollhagen works closely with other regional resorts, emphasizing the crucial role small ski areas play in nurturing future generations of skiers.
Marsha advocates for the importance of creating a welcoming community atmosphere for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels and backgrounds, positioning Trollhaugen not just as a ski resort, but as a vital part of the local community and the broader skiing ecosystem.
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah welcome ski mom Kaylin Richardson. Kaylin is a two-time Olympian and former pro skier. She walks us through her journey from competitive racing to her current role in Deer Valley's Ski With a Champion program. She shared her experiences transitioning from World Cup racing to big mountain and backcountry skiing, including her work with Warren Miller films.
Kaylin offers insights on balancing her skiing career with motherhood, emphasizing the joy of seeing her children develop a love for the sport. Kaylin also gives us great tips for family ski trips for making family ski trips a success.
Kaylin discussed Deer Valley's expansion, including 316 new acres opening this season and highlighted the importance of fostering a love for skiing in children without pressure.Kaylin shared her favorite apres ski locations and recommended the Sticky Wicket bar at Deer Valley for its retro 70s-80s ski vibe and mocktail options.
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah welcome ski mom Isabelle Winkles. Isabel is the CFO of a software company, and also an alpine race team coach at Mohawk Mountain in Connecticut. Isabel got involved in coaching after encouragement from other parents, despite not having extensive racing experience herself as a child.
Isabelle discusses the progression of ski programming for kids, from learn to ski to development teams and competitive alpine race teams. Isabelle notes that equipment needs and costs increase as children advance, but emphasizes the importance of finding hand-me-downs and used gear through team networks.
For Isabelle, coaching has provided dedicated time with her own children while allowing her to stay active and involved in a sport she's passionate about. For Isabel’s family, typical apres-ski activities include hot tubs, snacks, and early bedtimes for tired kids.
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Website: www.mohawkmtn.com Instagram: @mohawkmtn
Facebook: MohawkMountain
Resources:Connecticut Youth Ski League
Our 2025 Gift Guides are here! Ski Moms, we've got your gift lists covered! Our curated guides feature perfect picks for every member of your snow-loving family. Cruise through our Ski Mom-approved selections and make this season's gifting as smooth as freshly groomed runs!
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah welcome Jordan Schaefer, who runs marketing and events for the Mad River Taste Place in Vermont's Mad River Valley (Waitsfield, Vt). Jordan shares her journey from urban living to embracing the Vermont lifestyle, highlighting the unique offerings of the Mad River Taste Place, a specialty grocery store featuring local Vermont products.
We loved delving into the art of building the perfect cheese board, with Jordan offering expert tips on pairings and selections, including recommendations for apres ski snacks and hosting.
Jordan spotlights local Vermont cheeses and producers, particularly praising Von Trapp Farmstead's Mount Alice brie-style cheese. We also touch on ski culture in the Mad River Valley, the experience of transitioning to rural mountain life, and the unique school ski programs available for children in Vermont. We conclude with information about upcoming events at the Mad River Taste Place, including their Saturday sampling series during farmers market season.
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Website: www.madrivertaste.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/madrivertaste Facebook: www.facebook.com/MadRiverTaste/
Resources:
Waitsfield Farmer’s Market: www.waitsfieldfarmersmarket.comVon Trapp FarmsteadVisiting the Mad River Valley:
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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We're thrilled to welcome you to our fourth season. We've been busy growing our resources for this wonderful Ski Moms community. We launched a new website, TheSkiMoms.co where you'll find gift guides and discount codes.We have a new ski house rental listing site, SkiMomFamilyRentals.com. And our shop now offers Ski Moms branded merchandise, and we're particularly excited about our new stickers!
Our Facebook group has grown to over 15,000 members and is a tremendous resource for ski moms to connect and ask questions about everything ski related. We are launching some exciting new initiatives like in-person ski events at various mountains, a self-care "Lunch and Learn" video series, and we're even publishing an aprés ski cocktail cookbook in December.
We'd love for you to share, rate, and review the podcast to help us grow our community. Thank you for your continued support in making the Ski Moms Podcast a success.
Here's to another great season on the slopes!
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
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Welcome to season four of the Ski Moms podcast!Become a paid subscriber on Substack to listen ad-free
In this episode Nicole and Sarah interview Janna Allen, Ski Patrol Director at Brundage Mountain in Idaho. Janna shares her journey from a ski-loving child to a professional snowboarder and eventually a ski patrol leader.
We learn about what it means to be a Ski Patrol Director, overseeing ski patrol operations, including the use of explosives for avalanche control and managing medical emergencies on the mountain. Janna discusses the daily challenges of ski patrol, from unpredictable schedules to handling serious injuries. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility in hiring and scheduling to attract and retain women in ski patrol, noting that at Brundage, 42% of patrollers are women, compared to the national average of 23%.
We discuss the qualifications needed for ski patrol, such as Outdoor Emergency Care certification or EMT training, and the physical skills required to operate rescue toboggans. Janna offers valuable safety tips for skiers and snowboarders, including the importance of pre-season fitness, knowing emergency contact numbers, and following the skier's responsibility code.
We loved learning about the apres ski scene in McCall, Idaho, which includes activities like hockey, snowmobiling to hot springs, and local dining.
Resources: Keep up with the Latest from Brundage Mountain!
Website: brundage.com Instagram: @brundagemtn Facebook: BrundageMountainResort
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Brooke Murray, a creator and founder who encourages families to embrace outdoor adventures. Brooke is the founder of Wild Kind Inc., a Colorado-based membership community for outdoor families with young children. WildKind offers all sorts of great resources like virtual ski school and meetups to help families get into skiing and outdoor activities.
We loved hearing Brooke’s journey from molecular biologist to outdoor influencer and entrepreneur. Throughout the conversation, Brooke provides valuable insights on making skiing affordable for families, managing gear for growing kids, and balancing family time with personal adventures.
Brooke emphasizes the importance of building a supportive community for outdoor moms and shares her strategies for organizing family photos and creating lasting memories. The discussion also touches on the evolving outdoor industry and its increasing focus on women and families.
Brooke's passion for fostering inclusive outdoor experiences shines through as she describes her ideal après ski scene and her goals for future community-building events. This episode offers a ton of practical advice and inspiration for ski moms looking to enhance their family's outdoor experiences and connect with like-minded adventurers.
Resources: Keep up with the Latest from Brooke!
Website: https://www.wildkindinc.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildkindincFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WildKindInc
Check out our new Ski Mom Family Rentals page to book your perfect family ski vacation rental! Nicole and Sarah are in full ski trip p
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
This summer, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
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Welcome to season four of the Ski Moms podcast!Become a paid subscriber on Substack to listen ad-free
In this episode the Ski Moms host Shannon Smith, Founder of Range Fitness. Range Fitness has a variety of offerings from one-on-one coaching to a group training subscription program focused on ski season prep. We were excited to learn about Shannon’s Range Snowfit program, a 4-week ski-specific program that’s perfect for busy ski moms.
We learn about Shannon’s background and love of skiing, which started at age 3 in Whistler, BC. Shannon walks us through her educational background that includes a Bachelor's in Kinesiology and certifications in Exercise Physiology and Strength & Conditioning.
Shannon gives us her recommendations for how to best prepare for a happy and healthy ski season.
- Aim for 2-5 workouts per week (2 strength, 1 aerobic, 1 recovery, 1 core/agility)
- Workouts can be done at home with minimal equipment
- Focus on hip strength and mobility for better ski position
- Consistency is key - "Don't get ready, stay ready"
Shannon shares some great tips for new moms getting back on the slopes:
- Focus on rebuilding hip/glute strength
- Take your time progressing back to your previous level
- Don't feel pressured to get out skiing right away
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Website: https://snowfit.rangesnowfit.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/range.snowfit
Check out our new Ski Mom Family Rentals page to book your perfect family ski va
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
This summer, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
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In this episode of The Ski Moms Podcast, our hosts chat with Laura Provine, Head of Operations at Gear Trade, about sustainable shopping, outdoor gear recycling, and the ski industry's impact on the environment. Gear Trade is a marketplace designed for pre-owned outdoor gear, where Laura and her team are passionate about giving outdoor equipment a second life and promoting sustainable shopping for all adventure lovers, from skiers to hikers.
Laura shares insights into Gear Trade’s mission, their Recommerce™ system, and the benefits of choosing used gear for families, the planet, and your wallet. She also explains how to buy and sell through Gear Trade, helping moms find quality gear for their families at affordable prices. For families focused on skiing and sustainable living, this episode offers valuable tips on reusing and recycling ski gear to keep your winter adventures eco-friendly and affordable.
Topics Discussed:
- Sustainable shopping for skiing and outdoor gear
- Benefits of purchasing pre-owned equipment
- How Gear Trade’s marketplace works for buying and selling ski gear
- Gear Trade’s Recommerce™ system for environmentally conscious consumers
- Tips for saving money and reducing waste in outdoor gear shopping
Head to GearTrade.com to find out more.
Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
This summer, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
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Welcome to season four of the Ski Moms podcast!Become a paid subscriber on Substack to listen ad-free
In this episode the Ski Moms are joined by Heather Nelsen, a creator who writes about travel and motherhood. Heather is from Roswell, Georgia, not a typical ski hub, but her family has made skiing a tradition. They started taking ski trips to Utah when Heather was first married, and now bring their 4 kids (ages 5-10) on ski trips every year.
Heather shares some great tips for outfitting the family on a budget, using Costco and consignment gear. To make meals easy and affordable, the family stays in condos and uses grocery delivery services. Heather's in-laws often join the trips, creating awesome multi-generational memories on the slopes. Heather encourages families to dive into ski trips, highlighting the benefits that go well beyond just skiing.
After a day on the slopes, the family enjoys cozy time together playing card games and board games like Uno, and Pass the Pig. Heather and her husband unwind with a glass of wine while the kids play.
We loved Heather's positive attitude and adaptability are key to successful family ski trips. Getting the whole family, including grandparents, invested in the ski tradition has created lasting memories. And family meals and games in the condo make for quality family time off the slopes.
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Makinghomehere/
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Woodward Summer Camps are where adventure meets progression.If your kids love skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, or mountain biking, Woodward is the ultimate summer playground. Ski Moms listeners get $100 off any summer camp when you use the promo code "skimoms" at checkout. www.worldofwoodward.com/summer-camps/
< The Patio Place and Ski Haus helps you make the most of outdoor living. Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com
Loam Pass is the premier North American mountain biking pass. Loam Pass, gives you over 100 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country. Get your pass at https://www.loampass.com/ use code SKIMOMS2515 to save 15%
This summer, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/
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We are revisiting our conversation with Olympic gold medalist and ski mom, Kikkan Randall, about her journey with breast cancer and her mission to raise awareness. Kikkan shares her personal story, from her shocking diagnosis just months after her Olympic triumph to the resilience and strength she discovered during her treatment.
Kikkan offers valuable advice for women on how to prioritize their health while managing busy lives, and the ways her experience has changed how she approaches life as a mom, athlete, and advocate.
Each year, over 280,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States alone. Here are three key things you can do to help:
- Get screened regularly. Early detection is crucial. Schedule your mammograms and encourage your friends and family to do the same. The earlier breast cancer is found, the more treatable it is.
- Know your body. Stay in tune with any changes in your breasts, such as lumps, pain, or skin changes. Trust your instincts and seek medical advice if something feels off.
- Support each other. If a friend or loved one is going through a breast cancer diagnosis, be there for them. Whether it’s offering emotional support or helping out with daily tasks, small gestures make a big difference.
We hope this episode has been a reminder to take action for your health and the health of those you love. Thanks for listening, and we’ll catch you next time on the Ski Moms Podcast. Stay healthy and keep hitting the slopes!
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In this episode the Ski Moms host Lenore Moritz, founder of momentum, a coaching and mindfulness company. Lenore works both 1:1 and with groups addressing a wide range of needs in both the professional and personal realms.
We always start with our guest’s ski origin story and Lenore's started skiing as a teen was a challenging first time on snow. Now as an adult, Lenore embraces skiing on her own terms, not focusing on constant improvement or keeping up with anyone else.
We learn about Lenore’s career path and her career pivot from corporate communications to full-time coaching and mindfulness work. Lenore explains that coaching is about asking questions, challenging assumptions, and empowering clients to find their own solutions.
In her practice Lenore uses a variety of techniques that she thinks can also apply on the slopes, for example she explained how mindfulness techniques like focused breathing can help skiers manage fear and anxiety on the mountain. Additionally, visualization and breaking down challenges into smaller steps can also boost confidence on the slopes.
Perfect ski day for Lenore involves sunny weather, crowd-free slopes, and enjoying at her own pace.
We loved learning about what a coach can offer us in both our personal and professional lives.
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In today’s episode, we are revisiting our conversation with Dr. Leslie Desrosiers, a physical therapist and creator of the ACL Strong Program, designed specifically to help skiers prevent ACL injuries and build resilience for a long skiing life. We’re sharing our experiences with the program and how we aim to keep our bodies strong and injury-free for the slopes.
Episode Highlights:
- Meet Dr. Leslie Desrosiers: A physical therapist with over 15 years of experience working with athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. Her passion for injury prevention led her to create the ACL Strong program, a preventive training system tailored for skiers and snowboarders.
- Why ACL Injuries Are Common in Skiing: Dr. Desrosiers explains why skiers are particularly vulnerable to ACL injuries and what movements on the slopes increase the risk of tearing or damaging this critical ligament. Learn how common these injuries are and how they can often be prevented with the right training.
- What is the ACL Strong Program?: The ACL Strong program is a science-backed, step-by-step online course designed to strengthen key muscles, improve balance, and teach proper movement patterns to help protect your knees and reduce injury risk. It’s accessible for skiers of all levels—whether you're a weekend warrior, ski mom, or competitive athlete.
- Preventative Care for Active Skiers: Dr. Desrosiers shares practical exercises and tips from the program that you can incorporate into your off-season and pre-season training. The focus is on building knee and leg strength, core stability, and improving agility to keep you skiing confidently and injury-free.
- Getting Started with ACL Strong: We discuss how you can easily sign up for the ACL Strong program and get started right at home with minimal equipment.
Key Takeaways:
- ACL injuries are common in skiing, but they can be prevented with the right training.
- The ACL Strong program focuses on strengthening the lower body, improving balance, and teaching safe movement patterns.
- Ski moms can stay fit and protect themselves while enjoying family time on the slopes.
- Dr. Leslie Desrosiers’ program is accessible online and is easy to integr
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah talk with Tess Miner-Farra, the head of the Winter Sports School in Park City, Utah. This is a unique public charter school that serves 9th-12th grade students focused on winter sports.
We loved learning about the Winter Sports School and what makes it such an amazing place for young student-athletes. The school has a non-traditional academic calendar, running from April to November, allowing students to focus on their athletic training and competition during the winter months. For a little history, the Winter Sports School was founded in 1994 as a partnership between the Park City ski team and local educators. In 2014, it transitioned to become a public charter school.
The school's unique model allows students to train and compete at a high level while maintaining a rigorous college prep curriculum. Teachers and staff are very supportive of the student-athletes. The school serves around 150 students, with 30-40% being alpine ski racers, 30% freestyle/freeski, and the rest a variety of other winter and non-winter sports.
Academics follow a traditional high school model, with students earning about 7 credits per year. As a public charter, the school must meet state graduation requirements. The application process is a lottery system for Utah residents, with a more selective process for out-of-state applicants.
Tess discusses the challenges and benefits of the school's April-November calendar, the support provided to students when they travel for training/competition, and the school's partnerships and fundraising efforts.
It’s clear that the Winter Sports School is a very special place that provides a unique and supportive environment for young athletes to pursue their dreams, while also receiving a strong academic foundation. Keep up with the Latest from The Winter Sports School!
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In this episode Nicole talks with Alli Widman, CEO of Avant Ski. Alli recaps her eventful ski season, including trips to Alta, Heavenly, Grand Targhee, and resorts in Austria and Germany.
Alli knows ski passes better than anyone, so we talked updates on major ski passes. Epic Pass did not have major updates, but did add the location of Crans, Montana (Switzerland) to their offering. Both Epic and Ikon Passes continued to increase prices for the upcoming season. The Indy Pass continues to be very popular, but sells out fast. And Alli recommends the Mountain Collective pass for occasional ski trips to big resorts.
Alli shares some exciting new enhancements recently launched by Avant Ski, including a great new website with helpful features like resort guides, inspiration lists, and expanded trip planning services. We were excited to hear that Avant Ski is now offering flights, 5,000+ hotel partners, and local guide connections for full-service ski travel. Booking your ski trip through Avant Ski saves you time and gives you great perks like free breakfast, room upgrades, late checkout - and you pay the same as if you booked yourself.
Alli also shares some of her favorite family-friendly resort recommendations across the regions.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Kelly Pawlak, CEO of the National Ski Area Association (NSAA). Kelly walks us through lots of interesting ski industry trends and data. The NSAA gathers data and insights from U.S. ski areas on visits, demographics, and spending. Last season there were 60.5 million skier visits, the 5th best on record, though down 7.5% from the previous year. The Rocky Mountains and Pacific Northwest performed strongest while the Midwest had a tough season.
The survey highlights an aging skier population and as a result, resorts are focusing efforts on attracting more youth and families. As we often discuss, cost and accessibility can be barriers to getting a family on snow. It was great to learn that ski resorts are spending at record levels, mostly focused on lifts, housing, and infrastructure like snowmaking.
From an industry standpoint, Kelly told us that resorts collaborate well, sharing best practices especially around safety initiatives. The NSAA has annual awards for sustainability, safety, marketing, and converting newcomers to lifelong skiers. The ski population remains majority white, affluent, and intermediate/expert skiers. Sadly, female participation is slightly declining, a trend we hope to see reversed as more and more resorts are led by women.
Kelly recommends that families explore smaller, unique ski resorts and not just the most well known places. As always, we wrapped up learning about Kelly’s perfect ski day which involves skiing hard until lunch, then relaxing with a beer. Sounds great to us!
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In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Kelly Pawlak, CEO of the National Ski Area Association (NSAA). Kelly walks us through lots of interesting ski industry trends and data. The NSAA gathers data and insights from U.S. ski areas on visits, demographics, and spending. Last season there were 60.5 million skier visits, the 5th best on record, though down 7.5% from the previous year. The Rocky Mountains and Pacific Northwest performed strongest while the Midwest had a tough season.
The survey highlights an aging skier population and as a result, resorts are focusing efforts on attracting more youth and families. As we often discuss, cost and accessibility can be barriers to getting a family on snow. It was great to learn that ski resorts are spending at record levels, mostly focused on lifts, housing, and infrastructure like snowmaking.
From an industry standpoint, Kelly told us that resorts collaborate well, sharing best practices especially around safety initiatives. The NSAA has annual awards for sustainability, safety, marketing, and converting newcomers to lifelong skiers. The ski population remains majority white, affluent, and intermediate/expert skiers. Sadly, female participation is slightly declining, a trend we hope to see reversed as more and more resorts are led by women.
Kelly recommends that families explore smaller, unique ski resorts and not just the most well known places. As always, we wrapped up learning about Kelly’s perfect ski day which involves skiing hard until lunch, then relaxing with a beer. Sounds great to us!
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In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Leah Waaramaki, a ski mom and the Customer Service Supervisor at Nikwax North America. Leah shares her unique journey from winemaking to joining the outdoor gear industry and offers expert advice on how to take care of your ski gear to ensure it lasts for years and can be passed down from kid to kid.
Learn about Nikwax's eco-friendly aftercare products, how to properly clean and waterproof your gear, and tips for testing the effectiveness of your waterproofing. Leah also explains her role at Nikwax and how their small but dedicated team provides exceptional customer service.
We also loved learning about Leah’s home ski resort of Alpental and all about the unique culture of Lot 3. Lot 3 is her family’s home base for weekend family camping ski trips, which sounds like so much fun!
Leah is a wealth of knowledge for keeping you and your family happy and dry when skiing.
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In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Leah Waaramaki, a ski mom and the Customer Service Supervisor at Nikwax North America. Leah shares her unique journey from winemaking to joining the outdoor gear industry and offers expert advice on how to take care of your ski gear to ensure it lasts for years and can be passed down from kid to kid.
Learn about Nikwax's eco-friendly aftercare products, how to properly clean and waterproof your gear, and tips for testing the effectiveness of your waterproofing. Leah also explains her role at Nikwax and how their small but dedicated team provides exceptional customer service.
We also loved learning about Leah’s home ski resort of Alpental and all about the unique culture of Lot 3. Lot 3 is her family’s home base for weekend family camping ski trips, which sounds like so much fun!
Leah is a wealth of knowledge for keeping you and your family happy and dry when skiing.
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In this episode we meet Maureen Poshman founder of Promo Communications, a PR agency based in Aspen, Colorado that specializes in luxury travel and hospitality. Maureen and her family have lived in Aspen for many years and she shares her extensive knowledge of the area.
Maureen’s agency works with Portillo, a fantastic ski resort in Chile, located a 2 hour drive from Santiago airport. Maureen tells us all about Portillo, which really does sound like a perfect family ski destination. Portillo is the oldest ski resort in South America, celebrating its 75th anniversary this season. Portillo offers an all-inclusive ski week package with lodging, meals, and lift tickets at the iconic yellow hotel surrounded by 15,000 ft peaks.
We talked about planning a family ski trip to Portillo, which would be during our North American summer.. The ski season runs from June/July through late September. Families will love the kids ski free weeks, childcare, hotel activities, and ski-in/ski-out convenience. Rates are around $4,000 per person for a week, that includes hotel, meals and lift tickets.
We loved learning how Maureen balances running her business with an active lifestyle. Maureen takes advantage of powder days, even if that means working later into the evening. She also works in time for yoga, skinning and family ski days. And for those of us dreaming of a life in Aspen, we learned about workforce housing that aims to make living there feasible for families. It’s clear that real estate prices have soared, and the community strives to remain accessible.
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In this episode we meet Maureen Poshman founder of Promo Communications, a PR agency based in Aspen, Colorado that specializes in luxury travel and hospitality. Maureen and her family have lived in Aspen for many years and she shares her extensive knowledge of the area.
Maureen’s agency works with Portillo, a fantastic ski resort in Chile, located a 2 hour drive from Santiago airport. Maureen tells us all about Portillo, which really does sound like a perfect family ski destination. Portillo is the oldest ski resort in South America, celebrating its 75th anniversary this season. Portillo offers an all-inclusive ski week package with lodging, meals, and lift tickets at the iconic yellow hotel surrounded by 15,000 ft peaks.
We talked about planning a family ski trip to Portillo, which would be during our North American summer.. The ski season runs from June/July through late September. Families will love the kids ski free weeks, childcare, hotel activities, and ski-in/ski-out convenience. Rates are around $4,000 per person for a week, that includes hotel, meals and lift tickets.
We loved learning how Maureen balances running her business with an active lifestyle. Maureen takes advantage of powder days, even if that means working later into the evening. She also works in time for yoga, skinning and family ski days. And for those of us dreaming of a life in Aspen, we learned about workforce housing that aims to make living there feasible for families. It’s clear that real estate prices have soared, and the community strives to remain accessible.
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Welcome to the Ski Moms Podcast, where we dive into the experiences and insights of skiing families. Today, we’re excited to share the findings from our Ski Moms Happiness Survey.
Survey Overview:
- The survey reached out to 1,000 women to understand the challenges and barriers they face in the skiing community.
- Our goal is to identify issues and advocate for changes that make skiing more inclusive and enjoyable for families.
Key Findings:
- Affordable Lessons: A staggering 94% of respondents indicated they would ski or snowboard more often if affordable group lessons were available for their children.
- Breastfeeding Facilities: About 59% of moms reported difficulties finding a clean, quiet place to breastfeed at ski areas.
- On-Mountain Childcare: An overwhelming 87% of participants expressed that access to on-mountain childcare would encourage them to ski more.
Industry Insights:
- The survey revealed a significant gap in how the ski industry supports families:
- Only 44% of moms feel the industry cares about supporting families.
- A concerning 55% disagree that the industry is doing everything it can to support families.
Call to Action:
- We discuss how the industry can address these issues, from providing dedicated lactation spaces to improving on-site family facilities.
Conclusion:
- The Ski Moms Happiness Survey offers invaluable insights for the ski industry to become more family-friendly. Let’s keep the conversation going and work towards a more inclusive skiing experience for everyone.
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- For a full copy of the survey, please reach out to nicole@skimomsfun.com or sarah@skimomsfun.com.
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Welcome to the Ski Moms Podcast, where we dive into the experiences and insights of skiing families. Today, we’re excited to share the findings from our Ski Moms Happiness Survey.
Survey Overview:
- The survey reached out to 1,000 women to understand the challenges and barriers they face in the skiing community.
- Our goal is to identify issues and advocate for changes that make skiing more inclusive and enjoyable for families.
Key Findings:
- Affordable Lessons: A staggering 94% of respondents indicated they would ski or snowboard more often if affordable group lessons were available for their children.
- Breastfeeding Facilities: About 59% of moms reported difficulties finding a clean, quiet place to breastfeed at ski areas.
- On-Mountain Childcare: An overwhelming 87% of participants expressed that access to on-mountain childcare would encourage them to ski more.
Industry Insights:
- The survey revealed a significant gap in how the ski industry supports families:
- Only 44% of moms feel the industry cares about supporting families.
- A concerning 55% disagree that the industry is doing everything it can to support families.
Call to Action:
- We discuss how the industry can address these issues, from providing dedicated lactation spaces to improving on-site family facilities.
Conclusion:
- The Ski Moms Happiness Survey offers invaluable insights for the ski industry to become more family-friendly. Let’s keep the conversation going and work towards a more inclusive skiing experience for everyone.
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As an organization, we decided that standing on the sidelines waiting for change simply wasn't an option. The Ski Moms are trying to remove the friction points that keep more families from the slopes. We've built a huge, supportive online community of women helping women to get out and play. Now we're providing the ski industry with the data they need to be agents of change.
In this week’s podcast, we talk to three more moms from our group about what’s working in the industry and what’s not. We’re grateful to Anne Lemon, Ashley Nevlings and Katherine Sanpiere for sharing their stories.
The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we followed up the survey with a number of long format interviews that we are sharing here..
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As an organization, we decided that standing on the sidelines waiting for change simply wasn't an option. The Ski Moms are trying to remove the friction points that keep more families from the slopes. We've built a huge, supportive online community of women helping women to get out and play. Now we're providing the ski industry with the data they need to be agents of change.
In this week’s podcast, we talk to three more moms from our group about what’s working in the industry and what’s not. We’re grateful to Anne Lemon, Ashley Nevlings and Katherine Sanpiere for sharing their stories.
The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we followed up the survey with a number of long format interviews that we are sharing here..
For a full copy of the survey email:
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The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we following up the survey with a number of long format interviews. This podcast is part of that effort. You'll meet Mary Nitsche, Erica Cullman and Katie Bryant to hear from them about their ski mom WINS and FAILS.
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The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we following up the survey with a number of long format interviews. This podcast is part of that effort. You'll meet Mary Nitsche, Erica Cullman and Katie Bryant to hear from them about their ski mom WINS and FAILS.
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nicole@skimomsfun.com
sarah@skimomsfun.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
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In this episode we meet Corinne Prevot the founder of Skida, and her mom Margie. Skida is a Vermont based gear and apparel company that is known for their colorful neck gaiters, headbands, and other outdoor accessories.
Corrine and Margie walk us through Skida’s origins story, starting when Corrine was a high school student and ski racer in Vermont. We hear about the very first Skida hats and how Corinne later balanced entrepreneurship, skiing, and studies at Middlebury College (with a lot of help from her mom).
Skida gives back to the outdoor community, both big and small with partnerships ranging from local ski programs to the US Ski Team.
We loved learning about the Skida +1 program where for every Alpine or Nordic Hat purchase that is placed with a Skida Plus One promotional code, Skida will donate one hat to the corresponding cancer center.
Keep up with the Latest from Skida:
- Website: skida.com (use code skimoms15 for 15% off your order)
- Instagram: @skidagram
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/skida
Resources:
Skida +1 Program: skida.com/pages/plusone
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In this episode we meet Corinne Prevot the founder of Skida, and her mom Margie. Skida is a Vermont based gear and apparel company that is known for their colorful neck gaiters, headbands, and other outdoor accessories.
Corrine and Margie walk us through Skida’s origins story, starting when Corrine was a high school student and ski racer in Vermont. We hear about the very first Skida hats and how Corinne later balanced entrepreneurship, skiing, and studies at Middlebury College (with a lot of help from her mom).
Skida gives back to the outdoor community, both big and small with partnerships ranging from local ski programs to the US Ski Team.
We loved learning about the Skida +1 program where for every Alpine or Nordic Hat purchase that is placed with a Skida Plus One promotional code, Skida will donate one hat to the corresponding cancer center.
Keep up with the Latest from Skida:
- Website: skida.com (use code skimoms15 for 15% off your order)
- Instagram: @skidagram
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/skida
Resources:
Skida +1 Program: skida.com/pages/plusone
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We know things get busy in December, so we're revisiting one of our FAVORITE topics...ski travel. In this episode we talk with Brianne Manz, ski mom of 3 (ages 14, 12, 10) and founder of Stroller in the City. Brianne went to ski in Europe at an all-inclusive Club Med resort. We were fascinated with this concept. We were so excited to learn about the family’s ski trip to Club Med La Rosiere in the French Alps. The resort is located on the border of France, Switzerland and Italy, they flew into Geneva and Club Med provided transportation to the resort. Brianne shares all her best travel tips.
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Website: https://strollerinthecity.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strollerinthecity
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strollerinthecity
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In this episode we meet Peggy Shinn, a freelance writer and author with extensive experience covering ski racing, Olympic athletes, and winter sports. Peggy started skiing at a young age and ski raced through college. Peggy transitioned from technical writing to sports journalism, covering ski events for local papers and nationalpublications. Peggy began working with the U.S. Olympic Committee in 2008, covering all Olympic sports on their website. We loved learning about the many Olympic Games Peggy has covered including Shaun White's gold medal performances.
Peggy tells us about her book, World Class which dives into the teamwork culture behind the successful U.S. women's cross-country ski team. The book provides insights on team dynamics, athlete injuries/comebacks and the need for more female coaches and reporters in sports media.
Peggy’s Books World Class: The Making of the U.S. Women's Cross-Country Ski Teamand Deluge: Tropical Storm Irene, Vermont’s Flash Floods, and How One Small State Saved It
Keep up with Peggy: https://pegmcshinn.com/about/ and @pegmcshinn
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In this episode we meet Peggy Shinn, a freelance writer and author with extensive experience covering ski racing, Olympic athletes, and winter sports. Peggy started skiing at a young age and ski raced through college. Peggy transitioned from technical writing to sports journalism, covering ski events for local papers and national publications.
Peggy began working with the U.S. Olympic Committee in 2008, covering all Olympic sports on their website. We loved learning about the many Olympic Games Peggy has covered including Shaun White's gold medal performances.
Peggy tells us about her book, World Class which dives into the teamwork culture behind the successful U.S. women's cross-country ski team. The book provides insights on team dynamics, athlete injuries/comebacks and the need for more female coaches and reporters in sports media.
We also talk to Peggy about how she makes time to get out and ski from her home in Vermont.
Keep up with the Latest from Peggy:
Website: https://pegmcshinn.com/about
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pegmcshinn*
Resources:
Peggy’s Books World Class: The Making of the U.S. Women's Cross-Country Ski Teamand Deluge: Tropical Storm Irene, Vermont’s Flash Floods, and How One Small State Saved Itself
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In this episode we meet Maria Baker, the founder of Nobody’s Princess, a size andshape inclusive brand of ski and snowboard pants for women. Maria started snowboarding with friends about 9 years ago (at age 30) and instantly fell in love with being on the snow.
Right away, Maria struggled to find snow pants that fit her properly. She kept ripping them, squeezing into pants that did not fit well and felt uncomfortable. When covid impacted Maria’s job in travel, she saw it was the right time to launch Nobody’s Princess. After some researching and networking Maria used indigogo and kickstarter to launch her snow pants. Nobody’s Princess snow pants have sizing that includes different lengths (short, regular, tall) in sizes 2-20. The snow pants come in a variety of fun colors like aqua, violet and raspberry.
We loved learning about how Maria sourced real life women from her local Facebook group to model her pants.
Maria also tells us about the ski resorts in Australia, including Buller and Thredbo and her favorite apres ski snacks.
Keep up with the Latest from Nobody’s Princess:
- Website: https://nobodysprincess.com.au
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nobodysprincessapparel
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nobodysprincessapparel
Resources:
- Buller Ski Resort (Australia)
- Thredbo Ski Resort
- Perisher Ski Resort
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In this episode we meet Maria Baker, the founder of Nobody’s Princess, a size and shape inclusive brand of ski and snowboard pants for women. Maria started snowboarding with friends about 9 years ago (at age 30) and instantly fell in love with being on the snow.
Right away, Maria struggled to find snow pants that fit her properly. She kept ripping them, squeezing into pants that did not fit well and felt uncomfortable. When covid impacted Maria’s job in travel, she saw it was the right time to launch Nobody’s Princess. After some researching and networking Maria used indigogo and kickstarter to launch her snow pants. Nobody’s Princess snow pants have sizing that includes different lengths (short, regular, tall) in sizes 2-20. The snow pants come in a variety of fun colors like aqua, violet and raspberry.
We loved learning about how Maria sourced real life women from her local Facebook group to model her pants.
Maria also tells us about the ski resorts in Australia, including Buller and Thredbo and her favorite apres ski snacks.
Keep up with the Latest from Nobody’s Princess:
- Website: https://nobodysprincess.com.au
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nobodysprincessapparel
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nobodysprincessapparel
Resources:
- Buller Ski Resort (Australia)
- Thredbo Ski Resort
- Perisher Ski Resort
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
These are the gifts we want to give and get for Mother's Day. Reminder: the big day is Sun, May 12, 2024. Shop the Gift Guide here.
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In this episode we meet with Jessica Winstanley a ski and squash mom, who carves out time from her busy life in NYC to ski Plattekill Mountain. Plattekill has everything Jess and her family are looking for in a local ski resort, located in Roxbury, New York, a 3 hour drive from New York City.
Jessica grew up in Canada, and started skiing in her Dad’s backpack before she was even one year old. At age 7 Jessica started a ski and race program and loved skiing from a very young age. In college, Jessica got to explore skiing in Europe and eventually found herself living in Aspen, Colorado with some friends. Jessica was then drawn to a job in squash tournament event management in NYC and Frankfurt, Germany. This is where Jess met her husband, Peter Nicol, a professional squash player.
Jessica tells us more about the sport of squash. We learn about what we would expect to see at a squash match and some of the basis rules. Squash is a physically demanding sport that requires some serious strategy. It’s fast paced and a great workout.
But to bring it back to skiing, Jessica knew early on that skiing was going to be part of their family life. The family started at Mohawk Mountain (Cornwall, CT) and went on to other areas within driving distance of NYC. Eventually Jess found her happy place, Plattekill Mountain (Roxbury, NY) first taking day trips and then renting a seasonal ski house. Jessica had great things to say about the mountain’s race and learn to ski programs.
Plattekill sounds fantastic and we hope to get the chance to check it out very soon!
Keep up with the Latest from Nicol Squash:
- Website: www.nicolsquash.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolsquash
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolrackets
Resources:
- Mohawk Mountain (Cornwall, CT)
- Family Rentals near Mohawk Mountain
- Plattekill Ski Programs
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In this episode we meet with Jessica Winstanley a ski and squash mom, who carves out time from her busy life in NYC to ski Plattekill Mountain. Plattekill has everything Jess and her family are looking for in a local ski resort, located in Roxbury, New York, a 3 hour drive from New York City.
Jessica tells us more about the sport of squash. We learn about what we would expect to see at a squash match and some of the basis rules. Squash is a physically demanding sport that requires some serious strategy. It’s fast paced and a great workout.
But to bring it back to skiing, Jessica knew early on that skiing was going to be part of their family life. The family started at Mohawk Mountain (Cornwall, CT) and went on to other areas within driving distance of NYC. Eventually Jess found her happy place, Plattekill Mountain (Roxbury, NY) first taking day trips and then renting a seasonal ski house. Jessica had great things to say about the mountain’s race and learn to ski programs.
Keep up with the Latest from Nicol Squash:
Website: www.nicolsquash.com
Resources:
- Mohawk Mountain (Cornwall, CT)
- Family Rentals near Mohawk Mountain
- Plattekill Ski Programs
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
These are the gifts we want to give and get for Mother's Day. Reminder: the big day is Sun, May 12, 2024. Shop the Gift Guide here.
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Meet Christine Anderson, a ski mom who has been skiing at Stratton (Winhall, Vermont) her whole life. Christine gives us tips and insights to navigate Stratton Mountain for a great family ski day.
We learn about Christine’s early childhood ski days learning to ski in Vermont with her family. Christine met her husband at Stratton and got married at the Stratton base lodge,but that’s a story for a different podcast 🙂
Stratton is a popular ski destination for families from nearby New York and New England since it’s southern Vermont and a bit more accessible. Christine gives us the lay of the land at Stratton, which has two base areas (Snow Bowl and Sun Bowl). Weekends and holidays do get busy at Stratton and Christine recommends starting your day at Sun Bowl, which as the name implies is sunny and warm earlier in the day, and often less crowded.
We talk about lodging, local markets,and all sorts of activities to do in Stratton and nearby Manchester, Vermont. Christine describes the pedestrian Stratton Village that families love with everything from outdoor dining, firepits, a candy shop and great retail shops.
We learned all about the wide variety of learn to ski/board programs at Stratton, some of which you need to register for well before winter to secure a spot.
Stratton has an 8 person gondola, high speed lifts and terrain for every ability. There is also tubing which is always a favorite, don’t forget to make a reservation. In addition, Stratton has nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling (for adults & kids).
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Website:https://www.stratton.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strattonresort/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrattonMountain/ X: https://twitter.com/StrattonResort
Resources: Ski School Programs
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Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/monthMeet Christine Anderson, a ski mom who has been skiing at Stratton (Winhall, Vermont) her whole life. Christine gives us tips and insights to navigate Stratton Mountain for a great family ski day.
We learn about Christine’s early childhood ski days learning to ski in Vermont with her family. Christine met her husband at Stratton and got married at the Stratton base lodge,but that’s a story for a different podcast 🙂
Stratton is a popular ski destination for families from nearby New York and New England since it’s southern Vermont and a bit more accessible. Christine gives us the lay of the land at Stratton, which has two base areas (Snow Bowl and Sun Bowl). Weekends and holidays do get busy at Stratton and Christine recommends starting your day at Sun Bowl, which as the name implies is sunny and warm earlier in the day, and often less crowded.
We talk about lodging, local markets, and all sorts of activities to do in Stratton and nearby Manchester, Vermont. We learned all about the wide variety of learn to ski/board programs at Stratton, some of which you need to register for well before winter to secure a spot.
Stratton has an 8 person gondola, high speed lifts and terrain for every ability. There is also tubing which is always a favorite, don’t forget to make a reservation. In addition, Stratton has nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling (for adults & kids).
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
These are the gifts we want to give and get for Mother's Day. Reminder: the big day is Sun, May 12, 2024. Shop the Gift Guide here.
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Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month Highlights from the Conversation:
- King Pine Ski Area: Amanda shares insights about the unique charm of King Pine Ski Area. Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, it offers family-friendly slopes, breathtaking views, and a cozy alpine atmosphere.
- Family Skiing: Amanda discusses her experiences skiing with her family. From spending time in the glades to enjoying après-ski, she emphasizes the joy of creating lasting memories on the slopes.
- Après-Ski Rituals: Amanda spills the beans on her favorite post-ski rituals. Whether it’s gathering around the fireplace, swapping ski stories, or indulging in comfort food, après-ski moments are an essential part of the skiing lifestyle.
- Trip Planning: Amanda shares tips for planning the perfect family vacation to New Hampshire.
- Community Spirit: Amanda reflects on the tight-knit ski community at King Pine. It’s not just about skiing; it’s about fostering connections, supporting one another, and celebrating the love for snow.
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
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- King Pine Ski Area: Amanda shares insights about the unique charm of King Pine Ski Area. Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, it offers family-friendly slopes, breathtaking views, and a cozy alpine atmosphere.
- Family Skiing: Amanda discusses her experiences skiing with her family. From spending time in the glades to enjoying après-ski, she emphasizes the joy of creating lasting memories on the slopes.
- Après-Ski Rituals: Amanda spills the beans on her favorite post-ski rituals. Whether it’s gathering around the fireplace, swapping ski stories, or indulging in comfort food, après-ski moments are an essential part of the skiing lifestyle.
- Trip Planning: Amanda shares tips for planning the perfect family vacation to New Hampshire.
- Community Spirit: Amanda reflects on the tight-knit ski community at King Pine. It’s not just about skiing; it’s about fostering connections, supporting one another, and celebrating the love for snow.
Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
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In this episode we meet with sisters, Kailey and Karissa, the founders of Iksplor. Karissa is the CEO, Kailey is the Chief Marketing Officer. Iksplor is a Jackson Hole based, sustainably sourced, ski base layer clothing company. All their clothing is made from ethically sourced extra fine merino wool that makes outdoor adventures easier, longer and cozier! Iksplor makes clothing for the whole family from infant to adults.
They share their early childhood memories of skiing with their grandfather and parents starting at ages 2 & 3 years old. The sisters grew up in Colorado, skiing mainly on the weekends at Vail.
We learn about the inspiration that led Kailey and Karissa to start Iksplor and why they decided to focus on ski base layers. They think that base layers make or break your ski day or outdoor adventure, we could not agree more. It was really interesting to learn about how the sisters landed on merino wool, what is so special about it and how to properly care for your wool base layers. Iksplor has a wide variety of products including socks, hats and their newest first to market nursing base layer top.
We also talk about how they divide and conquer the many roles they have to play to keep Iksplor running smoothly - ranging from sales and marketing to product design.
Karissa and Kailey share all sorts of great insider tips on Jackson Hole and Snow King - from where to eat with kids to their favorite bakery and coffee shop.
Keep up with the Latest from Iksplor
Website: https://iksplor.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgoiksplor
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In this episode we meet with sisters, Kailey and Karissa, the founders of Iksplor. Karissa is the CEO, Kailey is the Chief Marketing Officer. Iksplor is a Jackson Hole based, sustainably sourced, ski base layer clothing company. All their clothing is made from ethically sourced extra fine merino wool that makes outdoor adventures easier, longer and cozier! Iksplor makes clothing for the whole family from infant to adults.
They share their early childhood memories of skiing with their grandfather and parents starting at ages 2 & 3 years old. The sisters grew up in Colorado, skiing mainly on the weekends at Vail.
We learn about the inspiration that led Kailey and Karissa to start Iksplor and why they decided to focus on ski base layers. They think that base layers make or break your ski day or outdoor adventure, we could not agree more. It was really interesting to learn about how the sisters landed on merino wool, what is so special about it and how to properly care for your wool base layers. Iksplor has a wide variety of products including socks, hats and their newest first to market nursing base layer top.
We also talk about how they divide and conquer the many roles they have to play to keep Iksplor running smoothly - ranging from sales and marketing to product design.
Karissa and Kailey share all sorts of great insider tips on Jackson Hole and Snow King - from where to eat with kids to their favorite bakery and coffee shop.
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In this episode we meet Annie Kao and Darcie Renn of Alterra Mountain Company. Annie is the Vice President of Social Responsibility and Darcie Renn is the Vice President of Sustainability. Alterra Mountain Company owns the Ikon Pass and a wide portfolio of ski destinations across the US and Canada.
We learn about Annie and Darcie’s career path that led them to their roles at Alterra. They share the focus and goals of their teams that include carbon reduction,renewable energy and much more. Read the full impact report here.
We talk about ways guests can play a role in a more sustainable future when visiting the mountains, whether that be refillable water bottles or taking shuttles and carpooling.
Darcie tells us about the Mountain Collaboration for Climate Action which includes four largest ski companies in North America, Alterra Mountain Company, Boyne Resorts, POWDR Corp, and Vail Resorts working together to collaborate on climate and sustainability.
We loved learning about how we as ski moms can help by voicing our support for forward stance initiatives and by doing small things every day.
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Website: https://www.alterramtn.co/
Social Responsibility: https://www.alterramtn.co/social-responsibility
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In this episode we meet Annie Kao and Darcie Renn of Alterra Mountain Company. Annie is the Vice President of Social Responsibility and Darcie Renn is the Vice President of Sustainability. Alterra Mountain Company owns the Ikon Pass and a wide portfolio of ski destinations across the US and Canada.
We learn about Annie and Darcie’s career path that led them to their roles at Alterra. They share the focus and goals of their teams that include carbon reduction,renewable energy and much more. Read the full impact report here.
We talk about ways guests can play a role in a more sustainable future when visiting the mountains, whether that be refillable water bottles or taking shuttles and carpooling.
Darcie tells us about the Mountain Collaboration for Climate Action which includes four largest ski companies in North America, Alterra Mountain Company, Boyne Resorts, POWDR Corp, and Vail Resorts working together to collaborate on climate and sustainability.
We loved learning about how we as ski moms can help by voicing our support for forward stance initiatives and by doing small things every day.
Keep up with the Latest from Alterra Mountain Company
Website: https://www.alterramtn.co/
Social Responsibility: https://www.alterramtn.co/social-responsibility
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In this episode, Sarah and Nicole chat with Sue Kramer, a ski instructor, race coach, and author of Be Fit to Ski: The Complete Guide to Alpine Skiing Fitness. Sue shares her tips and insights on how to prepare your body and mind for the ski season, and how to avoid injuries and fatigue on the slopes. You’ll learn about:
- The benefits of skiing as a form of exercise and recreation for moms and families.
- The four training phases that Sue recommends for skiers, starting from the spring and ending with the ski season
- The best exercises and activities for each phase, and how to adapt them to your level and goals
- The importance of warm-up, cool-down, recovery, and nutrition for optimal performance and health
- The common mistakes and myths that skiers make when it comes to fitness and technique
Sue also shares some of her personal stories and experiences from working in the ski industry for over 30 years, and how she balances her passion for skiing with her family and career. She inspires us with her enthusiasm and knowledge, and encourages us to be fit to ski and have fun on the snow!
We hope you enjoyed this episode of Ski Moms Fun Podcast. If you did, please leave us a review and subscribe to our show on Apple Podcast5, Spotify6, Stitcher7, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also join our Ski Moms Fun Facebook group and connect with other ski moms who love the snow.
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In this episode, Sarah and Nicole chat with Sue Kramer, a ski instructor, race coach, and author of Be Fit to Ski: The Complete Guide to Alpine Skiing Fitness. Sue shares her tips and insights on how to prepare your body and mind for the ski season, and how to avoid injuries and fatigue on the slopes. You’ll learn about:
- The benefits of skiing as a form of exercise and recreation for moms and families.
- The four training phases that Sue recommends for skiers, starting from the spring and ending with the ski season
- The best exercises and activities for each phase, and how to adapt them to your level and goals
- The importance of warm-up, cool-down, recovery, and nutrition for optimal performance and health
- The common mistakes and myths that skiers make when it comes to fitness and technique
Sue also shares some of her personal stories and experiences from working in the ski industry for over 30 years, and how she balances her passion for skiing with her family and career. She inspires us with her enthusiasm and knowledge, and encourages us to be fit to ski and have fun on the snow!
We hope you enjoyed this episode of Ski Moms Fun Podcast. If you did, please leave us a review and subscribe to our show on Apple Podcast5, Spotify6, Stitcher7, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also join our Ski Moms Fun Facebook group and connect with other ski moms who love the snow. Thank you for listening and see you next week!
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In this episode we meet Robyn Gelfand, the National Program Director at She Jumps, an organization that empowers women and girls to enjoy the outdoors through hosted events, educational clinics, and fundraising climbs. She Jumps participants join for a wide variety of outdoor activities where they learn skills ranging from wilderness survival to mountaineering to outdoor medicine and more.
Robyn started skiing around 3 years old in the Poconos (PA), and recalls wonderful family ski trips across New England and Colorado. Robyn started a ski club in high school as a way to get more of her friends on the snow and later joined her college ski club (go UVA! wahoo) and other outdoor activities.
Robyn walks us through her career path that started in marketing, but she kept feeling the pull of the outdoors. The stars aligned, and Robyn found an opportunity at Outward Bound in Portland, Oregon. Later, Robyn transitioned to her position at She Jumps, and she gives us insights into her role, program funding and fundraising events. We also learn about the amazing variety of outdoor programs that are offered through SheJumps from junior ski patrol to outdoor survival skills. Be sure to mark your calendars, the She Jumps Snowpack Scholarship will open on Oct 1, 2024.
Robyn tells us about her home mountain of Mt Hood and what makes it such a special ski area.
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In this episode we meet Robyn Gelfand, the National Program Director at She Jumps, an organization that empowers women and girls to enjoy the outdoors through hosted events, educational clinics, and fundraising climbs. She Jumps participants join for a wide variety of outdoor activities where they learn skills ranging from wilderness survival to mountaineering to outdoor medicine and more.
Robyn started skiing around 3 years old in the Poconos (PA), and recalls wonderful family ski trips across New England and Colorado. Robyn started a ski club in high school as a way to get more of her friends on the snow and later joined her college ski club (go UVA! wahoo) and other outdoor activities.
Robyn walks us through her career path that started in marketing, but she kept feeling the pull of the outdoors. The stars aligned, and Robyn found an opportunity at Outward Bound in Portland, Oregon. Later, Robyn transitioned to her position at She Jumps, and she gives us insights into her role, program funding and fundraising events. We also learn about the amazing variety of outdoor programs that are offered through SheJumps from junior ski patrol to outdoor survival skills. Be sure to mark your calendars, the She Jumps Snowpack Scholarship will open on Oct 1, 2024.
Robyn tells us about her home mountain of Mt Hood and what makes it such a special ski area.
Keep up with the Latest from She Jumps
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheJumps/
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Meet Chie Addington, the Chief Administrative Officer at Töst Beverages (based in Vermont!). Töst is an alcohol free, sparkling, all natural, low calorie celebratory beverage. Töst comes in two flavors, original and rose - and we love the both!
We hear the story that led to founding Töst and talk about how they decided to make a new category of beverage instead of dealcoholized wine. There was a lot of work and exploration that went into finding the perfect taste and right feel.
We originally found our way to Töst after we published an article about skiing and alcohol. Skiers are 43% more likely to be involved in a crash when alcohol is involved. In the past 5 years, 3.8 million people reported injuries while skiing that were a direct result of alcohol consumption. And while we love a good cocktail, we wait till apres to enjoy. We talk about the trend towards non-alcoholic options on mountains and in ski town restaurants. Chie points to a more health conscious society and better non-alcoholic options like Töst.
Chie tells us about growing up skiing in Japan, ranging from smaller local mountains to the epic resorts of Hokkaido. Chie describes the mountainside cuisine and warm teas at the Japanese ski resorts. Nowadays, Chie and her family spend a lot of time at Bromley Mountain in Vermont.
Website: https://tostbeverages.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tostbeverages Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tostbeverages
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Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
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Meet Chie Addington, the Chief Administrative Officer at Töst Beverages (based in Vermont!). Töst is an alcohol free, sparkling, all natural, low calorie celebratory beverage. Töst comes in two flavors, original and rose - and we love the both!
We hear the story that led to founding Töst and talk about how they decided to make a new category of beverage instead of dealcoholized wine. There was a lot of work and exploration that went into finding the perfect taste and right feel.
We originally found our way to Töst after we published an article about skiing and alcohol. Skiers are 43% more likely to be involved in a crash when alcohol is involved. In the past 5 years, 3.8 million people reported injuries while skiing that were a direct result of alcohol consumption. And while we love a good cocktail, we wait till apres to enjoy. We talk about the trend towards non-alcoholic options on mountains and in ski town restaurants. Chie points to a more health conscious society and better non-alcoholic options like Töst.
Chie tells us about growing up skiing in Japan, ranging from smaller local mountains to the epic resorts of Hokkaido. Chie describes the mountainside cuisine and warm teas at the Japanese ski resorts. Nowadays, Chie and her family spend a lot of time at Bromley Mountain in Vermont.
Website: https://tostbeverages.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tostbeverages Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tostbeverages
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Stacey moved to Park City to accept her new role with the POWDR Corporation. She brings her lobbying experience to the mountains as she takes on this new role.
Prior to joining POWDR, Stacey served as a principal at Monument Advocacy, a bi-coastal advocacy firm, where she consulted on public relations and government affairs for top corporations and associations around the world. POWDR Corporation, owns and operates ski resorts in the United States and Canada including Snowbird, Woodward, Copper Mountain, Killington, and other mountains. It is headquartered in Park City, Utah, which allows Hutchinson to spend plenty of time doing her research while skiing.
We talk with Stacey about how she carves out time for skiing and she gives us tips on how to lobby for our own ski mom concerns. We also talk about mom-life and trying to make time to ski as a family.
Stacy’s top policy concerns include environmental issues, affordable housing and access to visas for international recruiting. She tells us about the POWDR Play Forever commitment, where POWDR holistically invests in environmental sustainability projects, participates in scientific research, and proactively advocates for policy change to help create a more resilient world. Find out more about POWDR’s Play Forever movement here https://www.powdr.com/play-forever
Find out more about POWDR here
https://www.powdr.com/
https://www.instagram.com/powdr/
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Stacey moved to Park City to accept her new role with the POWDR Corporation. She brings her lobbying experience to the mountains as she takes on this new role.
Prior to joining POWDR, Stacey served as a principal at Monument Advocacy, a bi-coastal advocacy firm, where she consulted on public relations and government affairs for top corporations and associations around the world. POWDRCorporation, owns and operates ski resorts in the United States and Canada including Snowbird, Woodward, Copper Mountain, Killington, and other mountains. It is headquartered in Park City, Utah, which allows Hutchinson to spend plenty of time doing her research while skiing.
We talk with Stacey about how she carves out time for skiing and she gives us tips on how to lobby for our own ski mom concerns. We also talk about mom-life and trying to make time to ski as a family.
Stacy’s top policy concerns include environmental issues, affordable housing and access to visas for international recruiting. Through the Play Forever commitment, POWDR holistically invests in environmental sustainability projects, participates in scientific research, and proactively advocates for policy change to help create a more resilient world**.
Find out more about POWDR’s Play Forever movement here https://www.powdr.com/play-forever**
Find out more about POWDR here
https://www.powdr.com/
https://www.instagram.com/powdr/
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In this episode we talk with Robin Hall, the co-founder of Town Hall, a sustainable outdoor apparel company for adults and children. Town Hall has a great variety of items from puffers and fleeces to hats and sweatshirts. The company is based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
We learn all about Robin’s career path from the GAP headquarters in San Francisco to Vail Resorts in Breckenridge, CO. Robin wanted to get back into the apparel industry and found a role at Smartwool where she spent 11 years in roles ranging from retail, finance, strategy and sustainability.
We also learn all about the Steamboat Springs community which has great activities year round. Steamboat Ski Resort is owned by Alterra and is unlimited on the Ikon pass. Steamboat is fairly easy to get to by plane (3.5 hours from Denver) and the town and the ski resort are connected by free shuttles.
BONUS: tips on places to visit from hot springs to local book stores (only for premium subscribers)
You’ll love the fun look and quality feel of Town Hall apparel, check out all their great gear at https://www.townhallco.com/ and use code SKIMOMS for 15% off!
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In this episode we talk with Robin Hall, the co-founder of Town Hall, a sustainable outdoor apparel company for adults and children. Town Hall has a great variety of items from puffers and fleeces to hats and sweatshirts. The company is based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
We learn all about Robin’s career path from the GAP headquarters in San Francisco to Vail Resorts in Breckenridge, CO. Robin wanted to get back into the apparel industry and found a role at Smartwool where she spent 11 years in roles ranging from retail, finance, strategy and sustainability.
We also learn all about the Steamboat Springs community which has great activities year round. Steamboat Ski Resort is owned by Alterra and is unlimited on the Ikon pass. Steamboat is fairly easy to get to by plane (3.5 hours from Denver) and the town and the ski resort are connected by free shuttles.
BONUS: tips on places to visit from hot springs to local book stores.
You’ll love the fun look and quality feel of Town Hall apparel, check out all their great gear at https://www.townhallco.com/ and use code SKIMOMS for 15% off!
Keep up with the Latest from Town Hall!
Website: https://www.townhallco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/townhallco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Townhallco
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In this week's QUICK TIPS for Ski Moms we're talking about staying warm. Some icy air is coming to the mountains and we want you to stat warm and safe while you are out playing in the snow. Here are our four best bets.
Shop The Warming Store for Hotronic Boot Warmers or get them at your local ski shop. While you can set them up yourself, I recommend you have them installed by a boot fitter.Shop the Stio Knicker here.Aurora Heat Hand Warmers are naturally biodegradable, and hypoallergenic.($79.99 ) Get them at Aurora Heat here. Use code SKIMOMS to save 10%
Get an OverEasy Hood. Use discount code: SKIMOMS10 active for 10% at www.overeasy.co
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In this episode we talk with Mary Kate Buckley, President of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming. Mary Kate walks us through her amazing career path that started in advertising in NYC and led her all over the world before landing in her current role as President of Jackson Hole. Mary Kate grew up skiing at small local mountains in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and later as a young professional in NYC she joined a ski share house in Vermont.
We learn all about Jackson Hole and what makes it such a special place. Located in the northwest corner of Wyoming, you can fly directly to the Jackson Hole airport or make the 4 hour drive from Salt Lake City airport. Jackson Hole is a year round destination where the town has an old west feel, complete with a town square. The ski resort of Jackson Hole is located 12 miles from the center of town.
Jackson Hole is a place for people that love adventure and skiing, and has something for every budget from the Four Seasons to hostels. There is terrain for every level and even separate areas for beginners and intermediate skiers.
We get all sorts of great tips from ski rentals to their world class Mountain Sports School. Jackson Hole is unique in that they manage their mountain capacity by both pricing and reservations (for Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective). Jackson Hole has an iconic tram that can get 100 people up the mountain at a time. We also learn about the amazing dining options both on and off mountain at Jackson Hole, everything from fine dining to grab and go. And be sure not to miss Corbet’s Cabin for a waffle at 10,000 feet!
Keep up with the Latest from Jackson Hole!
Website: https://www.jacksonhole.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonhole Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacksonhole/
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In this episode we talk with Mary Kate Buckley, President of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming. Mary Kate walks us through her amazing career path that started in advertising in NYC and led her all over the world before landing in her current role as President of Jackson Hole. Mary Kate grew up skiing at small local mountains in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and later as a young professional in NYC she joined a ski share house in Vermont.
We learn all about Jackson Hole and what makes it such a special place. Located in the northwest corner of Wyoming, you can fly directly to the Jackson Hole airport or make the 4 hour drive from Salt Lake City airport. Jackson Hole is a year round destination where the town has an old west feel, complete with a town square. The ski resort of Jackson Hole is located 12 miles from the center of town.
Jackson Hole is a place for people that love adventure and skiing, and has something for every budget from the Four Seasons to hostels. There is terrain for every level and even separate areas for beginners and intermediate skiers.
We get all sorts of great tips from ski rentals to their world class Mountain Sports School. Jackson Hole is unique in that they manage their mountain capacity by both pricing and reservations (for Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective). Jackson Hole has an iconic tram that can get 100 people up the mountain at a time. We also learn about the amazing dining options both on and off mountain at Jackson Hole, everything from fine dining to grab and go. And be sure not to miss Corbet’s Cabin for a waffle at 10,000 feet!
Keep up with the Latest from Jackson Hole!
Website: https://www.jacksonhole.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonhole Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacksonhole/
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
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With a bit of quick planning you can make the most of the upcoming long ski weekend. This QUICK TIPS episode is full of practical advice. And here are some of the resources I shared.
- Use Ski Butlers to get your gear delivered to your condo, Airbnb or hotel. Use this link to save 20% on your Ski Butler reservations.
- We like Mabel's Labels and you can save 15% with code SKIMOMS at checkout.
- Our friends at AvantSki have put together this awesome ski trip packing list. Use it to stay organized with your packing.
- Snag your copy of the Ski Moms Cookbook with loads of recipes that are make-ahead options.
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To kick off January, National Learn to Ski & Snowboard month, we talk with Peggy Hiller, the CEO of PSIA-AASI. PSIA-AASI is a professional membership organization that includes over 32,000 snowsports instructors. As the CEO, Peggy is responsible for the national entity, there are also 8 regional entities.
Peggy tells us about the history of PSIA-AASI, the world’s largest organization dedicated to educating people how best to teach skiing and snowboarding. The organization focuses on deveoping the teaching skills and people skills needed to be a great snowsports instructor.
We learn about the certification levels and process, and the various specialty skill courses offered. Peggy recommends that when booking a lesson we request “a certified instructor”, which means the instructor has completed some PSIA certifications.
Peggy also tells us about her trip to Levi, Finland to attend a global ski industry event called Interski. The event brings together industry experts from 35 countries to share learnings and best practices for all things snow sports.
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To kick off January, National Learn to Ski & Snowboard month, we talk with Peggy Hiller, the CEO of PSIA-AASI. PSIA-AASI is a professional membership organization that includes over 32,000 snowsports instructors. As the CEO, Peggy is responsible for the national entity, there are also 8 regional entities.
Peggy tells us about the history of PSIA-AASI, the world’s largest organization dedicated to educating people how best to teach skiing and snowboarding. The organization focuses on deveoping the teaching skills and people skills needed to be a great snowsports instructor.
We learn about the certification levels and process, and the various specialty skill courses offered. Peggy recommends that when booking a lesson we request “a certified instructor”, which means the instructor has completed some PSIA certifications.
Peggy also tells us about her trip to Levi, Finland to attend a global ski industry event called Interski. The event brings together industry experts from 35 countries to share learnings and best practices for all things snow sports.
Keep up with the Latest from PSIA-AASI
Website: https://thesnowpros.org
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In this episode we talk with Brianne Manz, ski mom of 3 (ages 14, 12, 10) and founder of Stroller in the City. Brianne has tons of great insights to share, including all sorts of details on her recent family Club Med ski trip. Brianne skied a little as a child, but it wasn’t until she met her husband that she got back on snow in Park City. When their children were old enough to ski, Brianne realized she needed to take lessons so she could keep up with all of them. As a family of 5 living in NYC, they have a storage unit to keep all the gear during the off season.
Brianne tells us about starting her blog/website (pre-Instagram!), Stroller in the City, that covers all things mom, family travel, beauty and fashion. She gives us some insights into what it mean to be an influencer, how she works with brands and makes it all work for her family.
We were so excited to learn about the family’s ski trip to Club Med La Rosiere in the French Alps. The resort is located on the border of France, Switzerland and Italy, they flew into Geneva and Club Med provided transportation to the resort. Brianne shares all about her experience from the rooms, to ski rentals, and most importantly the food and drinks and ski conditions. The all inclusive resort rate includes room, food, kids club, even lessons and gratuities! There are also lots of other non skiing activities.
Brianne gives us some of her favorite picks for ski clothing for the whole family from Burton to Bogner. We also get her recommendations for ski day skin protection like Barbara Strum and Summer Fridays.
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In this episode we talk with Brianne Manz, ski mom of 3 (ages 14, 12, 10) and founder of Stroller in the City. Brianne has tons of great insights to share, including all sorts of details on her recent family Club Med ski trip. Brianne skied a little as a child, but it wasn’t until she met her husband that she got back on snow in Park City. When their children were old enough to ski, Brianne realized she needed to take lessons so she could keep up with all of them. As a family of 5 living in NYC, they have a storage unit to keep all the gear during the off season.
Brianne tells us about starting her blog/website (pre-Instagram!), Stroller in the City, that covers all things mom, family travel, beauty and fashion. She gives us some insights into what it mean to be an influencer, how she works with brands and makes it all work for her family.
We were so excited to learn about the family’s ski trip to Club Med La Rosiere in the French Alps. The resort is located on the border of France, Switzerland and Italy, they flew into Geneva and Club Med provided transportation to the resort. Brianne shares all about her experience from the rooms, to ski rentals, and most importantly the food and drinks and ski conditions. The all inclusive resort rate includes room, food, kids club, even lessons and gratuities! There are also lots of other non skiing activities. Read her full review here.
Brianne gives us some of her favorite picks for ski clothing for the whole family from Burton to Bogner. We also get her recommendations for ski day skin protection like Barbara Strum and Summer Fridays.
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The weather is mighty gloomy in Vermont right now. We've had three days in a row of rain and fog. Not ideal conditions for a ski vacation. If you've booked your trip and are already at your destination, the best plan is to come up with activities off the slopes to keep everyone smiling. I'm sharing my go-to list of ideas of things to do when the weather stinks on your ski trip.
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WARNING: THIS EPISODE TALKS ABOUT A FATAL SKI ACCIDENT.
In this episode we talk with Kelli Johnson, ski mom and co-founder of the Snow Angels Foundation with her husband Chauncy. Kelli joined us from her home in Thermopolis, Wyoming, about 4 hours from Jackson Hole.
Kelli shares the story of her family’s Christmas Eve 2010 ski trip that ended in tragedy. Kelli was skiing with her 5 year old daughter, who had fallen and Kelli was helping her put her ski back on. A snowboarder going 50-60 MPH collided with Kelli and her daughter. Kelli’s daughter was thrown 30 feet and she passed away later that day. Kelli talks about the 3 months she spent at Craig Hospital in Denver, recovering from a traumatic brain injury.
Kelli tells us the story of starting Snow Angel Foundation, to work to prevent a tragedy like this from happening again. We loved the foundation’s “Ride Another Day” video, that brings the whole story and message together. Snow Angels Foundation has presented at the National Ski Patrol convention, at many resorts and has an active social media presence. Kelli still loves to ski, she wants all of us to have fun on the slopes, but she also believes that safety education and awareness can prevent future injuries. January is National Ski Areas Association Safety Month, so look for events at your local mountain.
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WARNING: THIS EPISODE TALKS ABOUT A FATAL SKI ACCIDENT.
In this episode we talk with Kelli Johnson, ski mom and co-founder of the Snow Angels Foundation with her husband Chauncy. Kelli joined us from her home in Thermopolis, Wyoming, about 4 hours from Jackson Hole.
Kelli shares the story of her family’s Christmas Eve 2010 ski trip that ended in tragedy. Kelli was skiing with her 5 year old daughter, who had fallen and Kelli was helping her put her ski back on. A snowboarder going 50-60 MPH collided with Kelli and her daughter. Kelli’s daughter was thrown 30 feet and she passed away later that day. Kelli talks about the 3 months she spent at Craig Hospital in Denver, recovering from a traumatic brain injury.
Kelli tells us the story of starting Snow Angel Foundation, to work to prevent a tragedy like this from happening again. We loved the foundation’s “Ride Another Day” video, that brings the whole story and message together. Snow Angels Foundation has presented at the National Ski Patrol convention, at many resorts and has an active social media presence. Kelli still loves to ski, she wants all of us to have fun on the slopes, but she also believes that safety education and awareness can prevent future injuries. January is National Ski Areas Association Safety Month, so look for events at your local mountain.
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Snow Angels Website
Snow Angels on Facebook
Snow Angels on Instagram
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Listen up about my experience and learn! I did some things correctly and was too trusting on a few items.
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In this episode we talk with Ann Garcia, ski mom, Certified Financial Planner and author. Ann is known in the financial industry as “The College Financial Lady”, helping families plan for their children’s education.
Ann learned to ski at age 3 in Lake Tahoe, and after a harrowing first ski trip, her family became ski hippies, packing up their VW bus and heading out to different destinations from Wyoming to Utah. Ann loved skiing from the start and later taught her twins to ski. She reflects on some of the special times she’s shared with her children at Cooper Spur (Mt. Hood, Oregon).
Ann walks us through her career path and tells us about her blog that later became a book, How to Pay for College. Ann has twins, a boy and a girl, they have both recently graduated from college and have started their careers. Ann tells us about navigating the college path with two very different children.
We get some great tips about talking to our kids about the cost of education, college loans and other financial topics. It’s important for a family to be on the same page with their priorities as they start the college exploration path. Ann recommends we check out the net price calculator tool that is available on all college websites.
We get some great insights into the broader college scholarship landscape and athletic scholarships. There are a lot less athletic scholarships, so if you have to pick between a private coach or a private tutor, Ann says go with the tutor!
And bringing it back to skiing, Ann gives us some tips on how to save money for family ski trips, while also saving for college and retirement. It all starts with a budget, without a budget we can’t make the right financial decisions.
Resources:
Cooper Spur Mountain
Ann’s Book: How to Pay for College
Net Price Calculator
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In this episode we talk with Ann Garcia, ski mom, Certified Financial Planner and author. Ann is known in the financial industry as “The College Financial Lady”, helping families plan for their children’s education.
Ann learned to ski at age 3 in Lake Tahoe, and after a harrowing first ski trip, her family became ski hippies, packing up their VW bus and heading out to different destinations from Wyoming to Utah. Ann loved skiing from the start and later taught her twins to ski. She reflects on some of the special times she’s shared with her children at Cooper Spur (Mt. Hood, Oregon).
Ann walks us through her career path and tells us about her blog that later became a book, How to Pay for College. Ann has twins, a boy and a girl, they have both recently graduated from college and have started their careers. Ann tells us about navigating the college path with two very different children.
We get some great tips about talking to our kids about the cost of education, college loans and other financial topics. It’s important for a family to be on the same page with their priorities as they start the college exploration path. Ann recommends we check out the net price calculator tool that is available on all college websites.
We get some great insights into the broader college scholarship landscape and athletic scholarships. There are a lot less athletic scholarships, so if you have to pick between a private coach or a private tutor, Ann says go with the tutor!
And bringing it back to skiing, Ann gives us some tips on how to save money for family ski trips, while also saving for college and retirement. It all starts with a budget, without a budget we can’t make the right financial decisions.
Resources:
Cooper Spur Mountain
Ann’s Book: How to Pay for College
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In this episode we talk with Jackie Paaso, originally a mogul skier, then a big mountain freeride skier, ski mom, co-founder of SAFE AS clinics and now a movie star. Jackie joins us from her home in Sweden and tells us about her ski journey.
Jackie learned to ski in New England at the mountains outside of Boston, and then at Sunday River (Maine). Jackie’s family started as weekend warriors, commuting up to the mountains from the Boston area and eventually moved up to Maine.
Jackie’s walks us through how freeride skiing competitions work, we learned that the judging is definitely more of an art than a science. The more challenging sections of the venue (steeper, bigger cliffs) will score higher and a lot of it is how the skier handles the terrain. The judges are viewing from the bottom of the venue (with binoculars) and the skiers need to pick their line with that in mind.
We were so excited to hear about Jackie’s new movie (Here Hold My Kid) that she made with her friend Elyse Saugstad, also a freeride ski mom. Jackie tells us about what inspired them to create this movie and how they made it happen. When we spoke to Jackie the movie was not yet released, but now you can watch it here on Redbull TV! Jackie and Elyse had their own children (ages 1 & 2) in the movie.
Jackie is also a founder of SAFE AS clinics, which started as a women focused avalanche safety program. SAFE AS was started after Jackie’s friend Elyse was caught in an avalanche at Steve’s Pass and was the only survivor.
Jackie skied all through her pregnancy and adjusted her skiing to more groomed terrain and less crowded areas.
Resources:Here Hold My Kid Movie Here Hold My Kid PreviewSAFE AS Avalanche Clinics&MotherAre Ski Resort (Sweden)
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In this episode we talk with Jackie Paaso, originally a mogul skier, then a big mountain freeride skier, ski mom, co-founder of SAFE AS clinics and now a movie star. Jackie joins us from her home in Sweden and tells us about her ski journey.
Jackie learned to ski in New England at the mountains outside of Boston, and then at Sunday River (Maine). Jackie’s family started as weekend warriors, commuting up to the mountains from the Boston area and eventually moved up to Maine.
Jackie’s walks us through how freeride skiing competitions work, we learned that the judging is definitely more of an art than a science. The more challenging sections of the venue (steeper, bigger cliffs) will score higher and a lot of it is how the skier handles the terrain. The judges are viewing from the bottom of the venue (with binoculars) and the skiers need to pick their line with that in mind.
We were so excited to hear about Jackie’s new movie (Here Hold My Kid) that she made with her friend Elyse Saugstad, also a freeride ski mom. Jackie tells us about what inspired them to create this movie and how they made it happen. When we spoke to Jackie the movie was not yet released, but now you can watch it here on Redbull TV! Jackie and Elyse had their own children (ages 1 & 2) in the movie.
Jackie is also a founder of SAFE AS clinics, which started as a women focused avalanche safety program. SAFE AS was started after Jackie’s friend Elyse was caught in an avalanche at Steve’s Pass and was the only survivor.
Resources:Here Hold My Kid Movie Here Hold My Kid Preview
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Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
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Sarah and Nicole head to the World Cup races at Mont Tremblant in Canada. We got access to the top women skiers in the world. Two of the members of the US Ski & Snowboard Team, Elizabeth Bocock (18) and AJ Hurt (23) joined us for a quick conversation about their ski racing experiences.
You can learn more about the athletes on the Team USA website here.
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In this episode we talk with Lynsey Dyer, an athlete, artist and advocate, co-founder of SheJumps.org, founder of Unicorn Picnic and an alliance athlete for Protect Our Winters (POW).
Lynsey tells us about her early childhood ski days in Sun Valley, Idaho with her family. Lynsey was on her local ski team from a young age and reflects on the many benefits and skills that she still draws on today. When the alpine ski racing path was no longer fun for her, Lynsey switched over to freeride. Lynsey has had a long and incredibly successful career as a big mountain skier.
Lynsey’s won every big mountain competition she’s entered, been awarded Female Skier of the Year by Powder and Freeskier Magazines multiple times, starred in films and commercials from Teton Gravity Research to Warren Miller.
As a filmmaker herself, Lynsey produced and directed the first all female ski film Pretty Faces after fundraising on Kickstarter. Pretty Faces went on to become iconic selling out shows, winning awards and making the industry more inclusive.
Next we learned more about SheJumps.org.
As a Protect Our Winters Alliance Athlete, Lynsey tells us about the organization and why she prioritizes protecting our environment.
We most loved hearing about how Lynsey’s adjusting to motherhood including how she’s changed her mindset and risk taking profile. And someday we hope to jump off a cliff with Lynsey, but the invitation hasn’t yet arrived :)
More from Lynsey:
Resources:
Protect Our Winters (POW): https://protectourwinters.org She Jumps (non-profit): https://www.shejumps.org/ Unicorn Picnic (apparel): https://unicornpicnic.com
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AD FREE + BONUS CONTENT: In this episode we talk with Lynsey Dyer, an athlete, artist and advocate, co-founder of SheJumps.org, founder of Unicorn Picnic and an alliance athlete for Protect Our Winters (POW).
Lynsey tells us about her early childhood ski days in Sun Valley, Idaho with her family. Lynsey was on her local ski team from a young age and reflects on the many benefits and skills that she still draws on today. When the alpine ski racing path was no longer fun for her, Lynsey switched over to freeride. Lynsey has had a long and incredibly successful career as a big mountain skier.
Lynsey’s won every big mountain competition she’s entered, been awarded Female Skier of the Year by Powder and Freeskier Magazines multiple times, starred in films and commercials from Teton Gravity Research to Warren Miller.
As a filmmaker herself, Lynsey produced and directed the first all female ski film Pretty Faces after fundraising on Kickstarter. Pretty Faces went on to become iconic selling out shows, winning awards and making the industry more inclusive.
Next we learned more about SheJumps.org.
As a Protect Our Winters Alliance Athlete, Lynsey tells us about the organization and why she prioritizes protecting our environment.
We most loved hearing about how Lynsey’s adjusting to motherhood including how she’s changed her mindset and risk taking profile. And someday we hope to jump off a cliff with Lynsey, but the invitation hasn’t yet arrived :)
More from Lynsey:
Resources:
Protect Our Winters (POW): https://protectourwinters.org She Jumps (non-profit): https://www.shejumps.org/ Unicorn Picnic (apparel): https://unicornpicnic.com Pretty Faces (Movie):https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/pretty-faces-the-story-of-a-skier-girl Showing Up (Podcast):https://www.lynseydyer.com/podcast
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In this episode, we share our tips on caring for your technical ski garments and keeping them waterproofed. Our ski clothes get dirty and washing them is an important part of their maintenance. But it’s important to use the right products when washing your ski clothes.
We are using Nixwax Hardshell Cleaning and Waterproofing products. We are also trying a spray for our softshell garments (linked below).
Read the instructions for measurement and water temperature and don’t wait until the last minute to waterproof because the products need at least 24 hours to cure.
Resources:
Nikwax Hardshell Cleaning & Waterproofing Duo-Packthis is our Ski Moms Amazon Affiliate link
Nikwax Softshell Proof Waterproofingthis is our Ski Moms Amazon Affiliate link
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Lisa Will is a ski mom and the founder of Stonz, an outdoor apparel and footwear company for kids ages 0-6 years. Lisa walks us through the problems she kept running into with her own kid’s outdoor apparel and how that led her to the decision to start Stonz. Stonz is on a mission make it easy to get kids outdoors no matter the weather. They have a wide range of kids outdoor gear from snow boots (the lightest winter boot on the market), to mittens and snow suits.
Lisa walks us through her career path and the early days starting Stonz. Wherever Lisa saw a problem with kids outdoor apparel, she set out to find a solution. Lisa makes sure all her products are well made, so they can be passed down and stay out of landfills. Stonz products are also vegan-friendly and free from harmful chemicals.
We learn about product testing and feedback and some new products planned for the coming year.
Lisa also gives us a great overview of her home mountain of Whistler Blackcomb, complete with year round activity recommendations.
Keep up with the Latest from Stonz
Website: https://stonz.com use code SKIMOMS10 for 10% off your purchase
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stonzwear
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stonzwear
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Lisa Will is a ski mom and the founder of Stonz, an outdoor apparel and footwear company for kids ages 0-6 years. Lisa walks us through the problems she kept running into with her own kid’s outdoor apparel and how that led her to the decision to start Stonz. Stonz is on a mission make it easy to get kids outdoors no matter the weather. They have a wide range of kids outdoor gear from snow boots (the lightest winter boot on the market), to mittens and snow suits.
Lisa walks us through her career path and the early days starting Stonz. Wherever Lisa saw a problem with kids outdoor apparel, she set out to find a solution. Lisa makes sure all her products are well made, so they can be passed down and stay out of landfills. Stonz products are also vegan-friendly and free from harmful chemicals.
We learn about product testing and feedback and some new products planned for the coming year.
Lisa also gives us a great overview of her home mountain of Whistler Blackcomb, complete with year round activity recommendations.
Keep up with the Latest from Stonz
Website: https://stonz.com use code SKIMOMS10 for 10% off your purchase
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stonzwear
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stonzwear
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We take on a listener question this week about "how old is too old". My advice is that it's personal AND you can do a lot of things to extend your life on skis.
Check out the ACL Strong Program
The NY Times workout I referenced (may have a paywall! sorry!).
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this too!
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Kelly Brush is a ski mom, the founder of the Kelly Brush Foundation (KBF), a pediatric nurse practitioner, biker, golfer and weekend adventurer. Kelly started the Kelly Brush Foundation after a college ski racing accident left her with a severe spinal cord injury at the T 7-8 level, fractured 4 ribs, fractured a vertebra in her neck, and a collapsed lung.
Kelly had the ultimate growth mindset, and with the help of her parents set out to start the KBF to change racing safety procedures to prevent this type of accident from happening again. Today the Kelly Brush Foundation has expanded to include a variety of programs and grants that inspire and empower people with spinal cord injuries to lead active and engaged lives.
Kelly grew up skiing in Vermont, chasing her friends and family around the slopes of Stowe. At age 7 she got a taste of ski racing and going fast and fell in love with the sport. Kelly was a strong skier in high school at the Green Mountain Valley School (Waitsfield, VT) and landed a spot on the Middlebury College NCAA Alpine Ski Team.
Kelly tells us about her own adaptive ski equipment, skiing with her family, and their favorite apres ski traditions.
Resources:
Donate to the KBF here
Kelly’s Story
Keep up with the Latest from the Kelly Brush Foundation
Website: https://kellybrushfoundation.org
Instagram: https://instagram.com/kellybrushfdn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation/
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Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
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Kelly Brush is a ski mom, the founder of the Kelly Brush Foundation (KBF), a pediatric nurse practitioner, biker, golfer and weekend adventurer. Kelly started the Kelly Brush Foundation after a college ski racing accident left her with a severe spinal cord injury at the T 7-8 level, fractured 4 ribs, fractured a vertebra in her neck, and a collapsed lung.
Kelly had the ultimate growth mindset, and with the help of her parents set out to start the KBF to change racing safety procedures to prevent this type of accident from happening again. Today the Kelly Brush Foundation has expanded to include a variety of programs and grants that inspire and empower people with spinal cord injuries to lead active and engaged lives.
Kelly grew up skiing in Vermont, chasing her friends and family around the slopes of Stowe. At age 7 she got a taste of ski racing and going fast and fell in love with the sport. Kelly was a strong skier in high school at the Green Mountain Valley School (Waitsfield, VT) and landed a spot on the Middlebury College NCAA Alpine Ski Team.
Kelly tells us about her own adaptive ski equipment, skiing with her family, and their favorite apres ski traditions.
Resources:
Donate to the KBF here
Kelly’s Story
Keep up with the Latest from the Kelly Brush Foundation
Website: https://kellybrushfoundation.org
Instagram: https://instagram.com/kellybrushfdn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation/
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In this Quick Tips episode, Sarah digs into her ski closet to get ready for the upcoming season. Find out how she's navigating her equipment needs and her workouts to make sure she's ready for the snow to fall.
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When we talked with Wanda, she was the Chief Commercial Officer at Black Crows. We wanted to note that Wanda has since changed roles and is now the VP of Sales at Decked, an in-vehicle storage system company - check them out, their stuff is really cool.
Wanda shares her ski origin story, which started at a little town called Fernie in the Canadian Rockies. Wanda’s mom would pack all 4 kids in the minivan and drive them up to the mountains.
Wanda was also a college soccer player and she gives us some insights into the skills and learnings she’s taken from the pitch and applies to her everyday work.
Wanda’s had a fascinating career path that has included a variety of roles in the ski industry, and 12 years at Nike, before landing at Black Crows as their Chief Commercial Officer. If you’re not familiar with Black Crows, it is a privately owned French ski brand based in Chamonix, France that designs skis, poles and technical outerwear. Wanda tells us all about her favorite Black Crows skis and how we can try them out ourselves.
Resources:
Black Crows Website
Black Crows on Instagram
Black Crows Events
Keep up with the Latest from Wanda and Decked
Website: https://decked.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/deckedusa
Check out the new Ski Moms Gift Guide for Ski Dads which includes our favorite pair of Black Crow skis!
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When we talked with Wanda, she was the Chief Commercial Officer at Black Crows. We wanted to note that Wanda has since changed roles and is now the VP of Sales at Decked, an in-vehicle storage system company - check them out, their stuff is really cool.
Wanda shares her ski origin story, which started at a little town called Fernie in the Canadian Rockies. Wanda’s mom would pack all 4 kids in the minivan and drive them up to the mountains.
Wanda was also a college soccer player and she gives us some insights into the skills and learnings she’s taken from the pitch and applies to her everyday work.
Wanda’s had a fascinating career path that has included a variety of roles in the ski industry, and 12 years at Nike, before landing at Black Crows as their Chief Commercial Officer. If you’re not familiar with Black Crows, it is a privately owned French ski brand based in Chamonix, France that designs skis, poles and technical outerwear. Wanda tells us all about her favorite Black Crows skis and how we can try them out ourselves.
Resources:
Black Crows Website
Black Crows on Instagram
Black Crows Events
Keep up with the Latest from Wanda and Decked
Website: https://decked.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/deckedusa
Check out the new Ski Moms Gift Guide for Ski Dads which includes our favorite pair of Black Crow skis!
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
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We talk with Sun Valley ski moms Wanda Rozwadowska about "her best purchase ever" her camper van. Find out how this ski family uses the van lifestyle to enhance skiing with kids.
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After a snowy accident, our family switched to snow tires. I have some thoughts on who needs them and which ones to buy.
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In this episode, we talk with Dr Leslie Desrosiers, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the creator of ACL STRONG. ACL Strong is a program that simplifies injury prevention training so that anybody can learn to protect their knees and avoid getting hurt. Over the 6 week program, ACL STRONG transforms athletes (skiers!) making us stronger in the right muscles, more aware of movements, and more resistant to knee, hip, and ankle problems.
Dr Leslie shares her ski origin story, which started at age 7 in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr Leslie always knew she wanted to be a physical therapist, she went from graduate school into orthopedics private practice. Later she built her online program focused on ACL injury prevention. We were fascinated to learn that in a 4-6 week training program we can reduce our risk of injury by 50-67%!
Dr Leslie has designed a program specifically for skiers called “Snow and Beyond” - that we are doing to get our bodies strong and ready for ski season! We want to keep skiing for as long as possible and do our best to keep up with our kids!
Resources:
Join us as we get ready for ski season with ACL Strong and use code SKIMOMS for 20% off your membership!
Keep up with the Latest from Dr Leslie and ACL Strong!
Website: https://aclstrong.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/acl.strong
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/aclstrong
ACL Strong App
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In this episode, we talk with Dr Leslie Desrosiers, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the creator of ACL STRONG. ACL Strong is a program that simplifies injury prevention training so that anybody can learn to protect their knees and avoid getting hurt. Over the 6 week program, ACL STRONG transforms athletes (skiers!) making us stronger in the right muscles, more aware of movements, and more resistant to knee, hip, and ankle problems.
Dr Leslie shares her ski origin story, which started at age 7 in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr Leslie always knew she wanted to be a physical therapist, she went from graduate school into orthopedics private practice. Later she built her online program focused on ACL injury prevention. We were fascinated to learn that in a 4-6 week training program we can reduce our risk of injury by 50-67%!
Dr Leslie has designed a program specifically for skiers called “Snow and Beyond” - that we are doing to get our bodies strong and ready for ski season! We want to keep skiing for as long as possible and do our best to keep up with our kids!
Resources:
Join us as we get ready for ski season with ACL Strong and use code SKIMOMS for 20% off your membership!
Keep up with the Latest from Dr Leslie and ACL Strong!
Website: https://aclstrong.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/acl.strong
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/aclstrong
ACL Strong App
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
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Dr. Leslie shares her top three tips for avoiding skin injuries this season.
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In this episode, we share our favorite money saving websites and stores for looking stylish on the slopes. Moms it’s time to update your ski season wardrobes! We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Happy shopping.
Resources:
Sierra - www.sierra.com (used to be Sierra Trading Post)
REI Outlet: www.REI.com/outlet Ski moms, you might want to consider becoming an REI member. Members get LOADS of benefits (including free tuning). When it comes to your purchases, Co-op profits go back to their source—members get 10% back annually on eligible purchases. (10% is typical but not guaranteed.) Member get extra coupons and savings too. Right now members get an extra 10% on trade-ins.
Steep & Cheap: www.steepandcheap.com/
Sideline Swap: https://sidelineswap.com Use our referral code - momtrends957 - to get $5.00 off your first purchase at SidelineSwap.
ThredUp: www.thredup.com
Uniqlo: www.uniqlo.com/us/en/
Rent the Runway: www.renttherunway.com/pdp/shop/ski_wear/products
Check out the great deals on our Ski Moms Discount Page
Check out the new Ski Moms sweatshirts in the Ski Moms Fun Store !
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In this episode, we talk with Mardi Fuller, a backcountry adventurer, who lives in Boston where she works as a nonprofit communications director and volunteers with the local Outdoor Afro network. Mardi has appeared in Outside Magazine, the BBC, PBS and NPR. We talk with Mardi about making the outdoors more accessible to everyone! Mardi grew up in New York in a Jamaican-American family. She tells us about her early ski experiences as a child and young adult with her church groups - which ended with a broken ankle.
Then a few winters ago, Mardi was at the right place and time in her life to really start getting back into winter adventuring and skiing. She’s at a place in her career where she has the time and resources to get to the mountains more often. And with the support and guidance from her friends in Boston, she’s fallen in love with backcountry skiing (also known as skinning or ski touring). Mardi tells us about the alpine touring (AT) equipment she uses to get uphill and earn her turns. And Mardi’s clear, she is enjoying moderate terrain and not outrunning avalanches.
We learn about Mardi’s first mountain hiking experiences in college and how those experiences led to her lifelong love of the outdoors. We were super impressed to hear that Mardi was the first black person to join the Appalachian Mountain Club Four Thousand Footer Club. Mardi passes along her love of the outdoors through a number of programs to that aim to make the outdoors more accessible such as Inclusive Ski Touring and Outdoor Afro.
Resources:
The Ski Monster Ski Shop (Boston)
Appalachian Mountain Club
AMC 4K Club
Inclusive Ski Touring
Outdoor Afro
If We Want Skiing to Be More Diverse, Let’s Stop Celebrating the “Ski Bum”Keep up with the Latest from Mardi!
Keep up Instagram: https://instagram.com/wherelocsflyfree
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mardi.fuller
X (Twitter): https://x.com/mardifuller
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We talk with Mardi Fuller, a backcountry adventurer, who lives in Boston where she works as a nonprofit communications director and volunteers with the local Outdoor Afro network. Mardi has appeared in Outside Magazine, the BBC, PBS and NPR. We talk about making the outdoors more accessible to everyone! Mardi grew up in New York in a Jamaican-American family. She tells us about her early ski experiences as a child and young adult with her church groups - which ended with a broken ankle.
A few winters ago, Mardi explored winter adventuring and skiing. With the support and guidance from her friends in Boston, she’s fallen in love with backcountry skiing (also known as skinning or ski touring). Mardi tells us about the alpine touring (AT) equipment she uses to get uphill and earn her turns. And Mardi’s clear, she is enjoying moderate terrain and not outrunning avalanches.
We were super impressed to hear that Mardi was the first black person to join the Appalachian Mountain Club Four Thousand Footer Club. Mardi passes along her love of the outdoors through a number of programs to that aim to make the outdoors more accessible.
Resources:The Ski Monster Ski Shop (Boston)Appalachian Mountain ClubAMC 4K ClubInclusive Ski TouringOutdoor Afro
If We Want Skiing to Be More Diverse, Let’s Stop Celebrating the “Ski Bum”Keep up with the Latest from Mardi!
Instagram: @wherelocsflyfree Facebook: www.facebook.com/mardi.fuller
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
Loam Pass, the premier North American mountain biking pass, gives you over 60 days of access to some of the best mountain biking destinations across the country.
Use code: SKIMOMS15 to save 15% off your order here.
These are the gifts we want to give and get for Mother's Day. Reminder: the big day is Sun, May 12, 2024. Shop the Gift Guide here.
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The Ski Moms are trying something new with some short episodes meant to help you problem solve and get ready for the season. In this podcast, we’re focusing on things you can do in early fall to get your family ready for ski season. We're giving you the pre-season checklist you need! Here are some of the resources we mention in the episode
Check out our State-by-State Ski Swap list here.
We recommend Mabel’s Labels and Ski Moms can save 15% off their orders with code SKIMOMS.
Look into the kids ski free programs in your state. Check out this list of states that offer programs.
Finally we talk fitness! Now is the time to add resistance and strength training to your workouts. Sarah and I are starting the ACL Strong 6-week program. It’s an easy way to ramp up your fitness before hitting the slopes. Use code SKIMOMS to save 10% here.
Colorful Skida accessories are there to make ski mom life more fun.
Save 20% off your order with CODE SKIMOMS20 at checkout at Skida.com
These are the gifts we want to give and get for Mother's Day. Reminder: the big day is Sun, May 12, 2024. Shop the Gift Guide here.
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In this episode, Sarah and Nicole introduce ourselves to new listeners that may not be familiar with the story that led us to starting this podcast. We became friends 12 years ago at a wonderful, little family mountain (Mohawk Mountain) in Cornwall, Connecticut.
We’ve come a long way since our first (awkward) episode in 2021. We are very proud of our 75+ episodes and counting. We have interviewed ski moms from mountains big and small, from Olympians to first timers as adults.
We started this podcast because we believe that ski moms are the unsung heroes that buy the gear, organize the equipment, start the crock pots and plan the ski trips. But we also want to make sure we are enjoying ourselves on the slopes and playing outside - both with and without the kiddos.
And most importantly, we want to thank you for coming along on this journey with us. We hope to be your ski mom friends on your weekend trek to the mountains and helping you plan your next ski trip adventure. And we hope you have as much fun listening as we do making these episodes.
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In this episode, we talk with Kikkan Randall, ski mom, 5x Olympian, gold medalist and breast cancer survivor.
Kikkan was born in Salt Lake City, Utah and both her parents were skiers. Kikkan was wearing ski boots and sliding down the hill before she could even walk. At age 3, Kikkan’s family moved to Alaska where she first got involved with nordic/cross country skiing.
Kikkan walks us through her progression from middle school nordic ski racing to her Olympic gold medal. At age 19, Kikkan and her coach mapped out her 10 year roadmap. Kikkan kept her head down, kept working hard and 16 years later she accomplished her lifelong goal of winning a gold medal. Kikkan tells us about taking time off from competing to start her family and later taking her son on the road as she ramped back up.
Kikkan shares her breast cancer survival story which started shortly after she won her gold medal. Kikkan was conflicted about sharing her struggle publicly, but in the end she decided that getting support and talking about her journey would benefit her and other women. Kikkan has become an advocate for early detection and a supporter of numerous cancer research programs.
Resources:
It’s Going to Be OK (Kikkan’s online store to support Aktiv Against Cancer)
Book Recommendation: World Class: The Making of the U.S. Women's Cross-Country Ski Team
U.S. Ski & Snowboard Board of Directors
National Nordic Foundation
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In this episode, we talk with Kikkan Randall, ski mom, 5x Olympian, gold medalist and breast cancer survivor.
Kikkan was born in Salt Lake City, Utah and both her parents were skiers. Kikkan was wearing ski boots and sliding down the hill before she could even walk. At age 3, Kikkan’s family moved to Alaska where she first got involved with nordic/cross country skiing.
Kikkan walks us through her progression from middle school nordic ski racing to her Olympic gold medal. At age 19, Kikkan and her coach mapped out her 10 year roadmap. Kikkan kept her head down, kept working hard and 16 years later she accomplished her lifelong goal of winning a gold medal. Kikkan tells us about taking time off from competing to start her family and later taking her son on the road as she ramped back up.
Kikkan shares her breast cancer survival story which started shortly after she won her gold medal. Kikkan was conflicted about sharing her struggle publicly, but in the end she decided that getting support and talking about her journey would benefit her and other women. Kikkan has become an advocate for early detection and a supporter of numerous cancer research programs.
Resources:
It’s Going to Be OK (Kikkan’s online store to support Aktiv Against Cancer)
Book Recommendation: World Class: The Making of the U.S. Women's Cross-Country Ski Team
U.S. Ski & Snowboard Board of Directors
National Nordic Foundation
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In this episode, we talk again with Sarah Sherman, the Communications Manager at Snowbird.
We learned about Sarah’s career path from a snowboard instructor and barista at Mammoth, that she leveraged into a position as the Mammoth snow reporter and PR assistant. From Mammoth, Sarah went to work at Sierra Tahoe, a resort in South Lake Tahoe, California for 2 seasons. Sarah is now in her 3rd season as the communications manager at Snowbird.
Sarah gives us insight into what her day to day looks like at Snowbird, as we imagined, it changes daily and seasonally. Sarah manages social media, commercial shoots and PR for Snowbird.
We got all of Sarah’s best Snowbird trip planning tips. We talk about where to stay when visiting Snowbird (Cliff Lodge is one of her favorites and it’s ski in ski out) and airport transportation options (no need for a car!). Snowbird has their own pass, but they are also on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective passes.
Snowbird has a new kids pass offering, called the Kids Freeloader Pass for Summit locals. Every Adult, Senior or Military Summit or Alta-Bird Pass comes with the option to add on a free, Kids Freeloader Pass, providing unlimited skiing and riding at Snowbird all season long to anyone 18 and under.
Snowbird can be an intimidating mountain, it’s 2,500 acres of mostly challenging terrain. Snowbird has an iconic tram system that has been running for 50 years and was recently replaced. And Snowbird offers a wide variety of adult and children’s learning programs starting as young as age 3.
Resources:
Cliff Lodge
Canyon Transportation
Kids Freeloader Pass
Keep up with the Latest from Snowbird!
Website: https://www.snowbird.com/
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In this episode, we talk again with Sarah Sherman, the Communications Manager at Snowbird.
We learned about Sarah’s career path from a snowboard instructor and barista at Mammoth, that she leveraged into a position as the Mammoth snow reporter and PR assistant. From Mammoth, Sarah went to work at Sierra Tahoe, a resort in South Lake Tahoe, California for 2 seasons. Sarah is now in her 3rd season as the communications manager at Snowbird.
Sarah gives us insight into what her day to day looks like at Snowbird, as we imagined, it changes daily and seasonally. Sarah manages social media, commercial shoots and PR for Snowbird.
We got all of Sarah’s best Snowbird trip planning tips. We talk about where to stay when visiting Snowbird (Cliff Lodge is one of her favorites and it’s ski in ski out) and airport transportation options (no need for a car!). Snowbird has their own pass, but they are also on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective passes.
Snowbird has a new kids pass offering, called the Kids Freeloader Pass for Summit locals. Every Adult, Senior or Military Summit or Alta-Bird Pass comes with the option to add on a free, Kids Freeloader Pass, providing unlimited skiing and riding at Snowbird all season long to anyone 18 and under.
Snowbird can be an intimidating mountain, it’s 2,500 acres of mostly challenging terrain. Snowbird has an iconic tram system that has been running for 50 years and was recently replaced. And Snowbird offers a wide variety of adult and children’s learning programs starting as young as age 3.
Resources:
Cliff Lodge
Canyon Transportation
Kids Freeloader Pass
Keep up with the Latest from Snowbird!
Website: https://www.snowbird.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SnowbirdUT
X (Twitter): https://x.com/snowbird
Instagram: https://instagram.com/snowbird
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In this episode, we talk again with Alli Widman, ski mom and Founder & CEO of Avant Ski. Alli talks all things ski passes and shares so much great information.
Alli tells us it’s not too late to get our multi-resort passes for next year, but time is tight. Many pass programs typically end their promotional pricing around Labor Day. There are all sorts of pass options from unlimited days to shorter duration 2-5 day passes. And with day lift tickets being so expensive, it only takes a handful of ski days to break even on a multi-resort pass.
The Ikon pass has made some minor changes to their passes this winter, they added a new partner resort in Alaska and made some changes to their access and reservation requirements. There’s a new Ikon plus pass that costs $220 more (than base pass) and gives you access to 7 additional resorts. Ikon now has 8 resorts that require reservations to manage crowd control (including Deer Valley), so be sure to book those ahead of time.
Vail Resorts (Epic Pass) raised prices by 8% across the board. Epic has just expanded to Europe. On the tech side you’ll be able to store your Epic pass on your mobile phone.
Indy Pass is a great value pass for families - they have 104 partner resorts across US, Canada and Japan - but it’s so popular that this year it sold out in just 10 days!
The Mountain Collective pass gives you 2 days at 24 resorts, no black out dates. After you use your 2 days you can get additional days for 50% off.
Alli also pointed us to their kids ski free programs page where you can find information on how to get your kids on snow for free from grade 3-6. And we talk about some great state by state program passes like the Ski Super Pass (Salt Lake) and Ski Vermont 4 Pass.
Resources:
Ikon PassEpic PassIndy Pass (sold out for 2023-2024 season - waitlist only)Mountain CollectiveSalt Lake Ski Super Pass
Avant Ski Pass Guide: https://www.theavantski.com/post/season-pass-updates
Avant Ski Packing List: https://www.theavantski.com/post/packing-list-essential-gear
Avant Ski Resort Guides: https://www.theavantski.com/resorts
Avant Ski Kids Ski Free: https://www.theavantski.com/post/passport-guide-where-5th-6th-graders-can-ski-for-free
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In this episode, we talk again with Alli Widman, ski mom and Founder & CEO of Avant Ski. Alli talks all things ski passes and shares so much great information.
Alli tells us it’s not too late to get our multi-resort passes for next year, but time is tight. Many pass programs typically end their promotional pricing around Labor Day. There are all sorts of pass options from unlimited days to shorter duration 2-5 day passes. And with day lift tickets being so expensive, it only takes a handful of ski days to break even on a multi-resort pass.
The Ikon pass has made some minor changes to their passes this winter, they added a new partner resort in Alaska and made some changes to their access and reservation requirements. There’s a new Ikon plus pass that costs $220 more (than base pass) and gives you access to 7 additional resorts. Ikon now has 8 resorts that require reservations to manage crowd control (including Deer Valley), so be sure to book those ahead of time.
Vail Resorts (Epic Pass) raised prices by 8% across the board. Epic has just expanded to Europe. On the tech side you’ll be able to store your Epic pass on your mobile phone.
Indy Pass is a great value pass for families - they have 104 partner resorts across US, Canada and Japan - but it’s so popular that this year it sold out in just 10 days!
The Mountain Collective pass gives you 2 days at 24 resorts, no black out dates. After you use your 2 days you can get additional days for 50% off.
Alli also pointed us to their kids ski free programs page where you can find information on how to get your kids on snow for free from grade 3-6. And we talk about some great state by state program passes like the Ski Super Pass (Salt Lake) and Ski Vermont 4 Pass.
Resources:
Ikon PassEpic PassIndy Pass (sold out for 2023-2024 season - waitlist only)Mountain CollectiveSalt Lake Ski Super Pass
Avant Ski Pass Guide:
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Cassie Abel, ski mom and co-founder of Wild Rye. Wild Rye is a women’s outdoor apparel brand dedicated to crafting beautiful and technical outdoor apparel for women. Wild Rye is well known for their cycling products, but they also have ski base layers and an active lifestyle collection.
Cassie walks us through her winding career path from banking to Smith Optics and finally to co-founding Wild Rye. Cassie saw the gap in the market for technical athletic gear for women and started Wild Rye to fill that gap. Cassie tells us about the journey, challenges and successes that led to Wild Rye (including finding their seamstress on Craigslist!).
Wild Rye’s clothing products are designed and manufactured with environmental impact in mind. They focus on recycled materials and their fabrics meet rigorous environmental and animal welfare standards. They also make high quality products to ensure they are built to last and don’t end up in landfills.
Cassie tells us about teaching her son to ski at Sun Valley’s Dollar Mountain Progression Park and gives us insight into the Sun Valley business landscape.
We loved learning about Wild Rye and can’t wait to try their products. Like Nicole said, we’re just one outfit away from the perfect workout :)
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Cassie Abel, ski mom and co-founder of Wild Rye. Wild Rye is a women’s outdoor apparel brand dedicated to crafting beautiful and technical outdoor apparel for women. Wild Rye is well known for their cycling products, but they also have ski base layers and an active lifestyle collection.
Cassie walks us through her winding career path from banking to Smith Optics and finally to co-founding Wild Rye. Cassie saw the gap in the market for technical athletic gear for women and started Wild Rye to fill that gap. Cassie tells us about the journey, challenges and successes that led to Wild Rye (including finding their seamstress on Craigslist!).
Wild Rye’s clothing products are designed and manufactured with environmental impact in mind. They focus on recycled materials and their fabrics meet rigorous environmental and animal welfare standards. They also make high quality products to ensure they are built to last and don’t end up in landfills.
Cassie tells us about teaching her son to ski at Sun Valley’s Dollar Mountain Progression Park and gives us insight into the Sun Valley business landscape.
We loved learning about Wild Rye and can’t wait to try their products. Like Nicole said, we’re just one outfit away from the perfect workout :)
Keep up with the Latest from Wild Rye
Website: https://wild-rye.com
Instagram:https://instagram.com/wild_rye_
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WildRyeMtnAprl
Use code: MOMTRENDS at checkout to get your $1 Earlybird Tickets to the Boston Snowbound Expo.
November 3-5, at Boston Convention Center. 3-day expo includes XC and Snowshoe Experience,, Share Winter Trail, Learn to Ski Powered by Wachusett and more.
Take the Ski Moms Childcare Survey here. Use your voice to make the outdoor industry more family friendly. This 5-minute survey will identify areas to support moms as they play outdoors.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Cassie Abel, ski mom and co-founder of Wild Rye. Wild Rye is a women’s outdoor apparel brand dedicated to crafting beautiful and technical outdoor apparel for women. Wild Rye is well known for their cycling products, but they also have ski base layers and an active lifestyle collection.
Cassie walks us through her winding career path from banking to Smith Optics and finally to co-founding Wild Rye. Cassie saw the gap in the market for technical athletic gear for women and started Wild Rye to fill that gap. Cassie tells us about the journey, challenges and successes that led to Wild Rye (including finding their seamstress on Craigslist!).
Wild Rye’s clothing products are designed and manufactured with environmental impact in mind. They focus on recycled materials and their fabrics meet rigorous environmental and animal welfare standards. They also make high quality products to ensure they are built to last and don’t end up in landfills.
Cassie tells us about teaching her son to ski at Sun Valley’s Dollar Mountain Progression Park and gives us insight into the Sun Valley business landscape.
We loved learning about Wild Rye and can’t wait to try their products. Like Nicole said, we’re just one outfit away from the perfect workout :)
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This bonus content shares Cassie's favorite mountain bike trails and her answer to a perfect ski day--a night climb at Dollar Mountain with friends. Our BONUS content is just for subscribers. Thank you!
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Ginny Vietti,Vice President of Marketing at Breckenridge Grand Vacations. Breckenridge Grand Vacations shares her "local's favorites" place to eat.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Ginny Vietti,Vice President of Marketing at Breckenridge Grand Vacations. Breckenridge Grand Vacations is the parent company of Grand Timber Lodge, the Grand Lodge on Peak 7, the Grand Colorado on Peak 8 and Breck Inn.
Ginny grew up skiing in Michigan but really learned to ski when she headed west to college in Colorado. Ginny has spent 18 years with Breckenridge Grand Vacation and gives us a great overview of how their timeshares work and what you can expect. They even have an exchange program with other timeshare properties around the world.
Breckenridge Grand Vacation properties have all sorts of great amenities including game rooms, aquatics facilities, fitness centers and even small private movie theaters. The units range in size from suites up to 4 bedrooms. And you get access to your resort 365 days a year. This means you can use the resort as your home base for the day even when you are not staying there.
The properties are 2 hours from Denver Airport and you can shuttle to the resorts and around town during your stay. A rental car is not necessary. We loved learning about all the benefits of a timeshare vacation home model.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Ginny Vietti,Vice President of Marketing at Breckenridge Grand Vacations. Breckenridge Grand Vacations is the parent company of Grand Timber Lodge, the Grand Lodge on Peak 7, the Grand Colorado on Peak 8 and Breck Inn.
Ginny grew up skiing in Michigan but really learned to ski when she headed west to college in Colorado. Ginny has spent 18 years with Breckenridge Grand Vacation and gives us a great overview of how their timeshares work and what you can expect. They even have an exchange program with other timeshare properties around the world.
Breckenridge Grand Vacation properties have all sorts of great amenities including game rooms, aquatics facilities, fitness centers and even small private movie theaters. The units range in size from suites up to 4 bedrooms. And you get access to your resort 365 days a year. This means you can use the resort as your home base for the day even when you are not staying there.
The properties are 2 hours from Denver Airport and you can shuttle to the resorts and around town during your stay. A rental car is not necessary. We loved learning about all the benefits of a timeshare vacation home model.
Keep up with the Latest from Breckenridge Grand Vacations:
Website: https://breckenridgegrandvacations.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BreckenridgeGrandVacations
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Sarah and Nicole share the end of season ritual that makes them so happy. Wildfires in Canada made their way to us in NYC, we ponder how to make changes to lighten up our load on the environment. And finally we learn about the Patriots effect....we learned our lesson!
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Ali Wines, Executive Director at Protect Our Winters Canada. Ali tells us all about POW, their members and vision.
Ali gives us an overview of the history of POW and the path she took to this awesome job. POW is a passionate community of enthusiasts, professional athletes and industry brands uniting the outdoor community to advocate for policy solutions to climate change.
We were shocked (and sad) to learn about a recent study into resort snowpack that found that by 2080 only one of the past Olympic venues will be about to host the Winter Olympics (Sapporo, Japan).
We talk about what we can do as moms and families to help protect our winters for generations to come. It can be small changes that add up to big impact.
We learned a lot from our chat with Ali and hope you’ll be excited and optimistic about the positive impact our choices can make on the climate!
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It's getting personal today as Nicole shares her thoughts on looking at an empty nest. Graduation has her feeling all the feelings and talking about life lessons from the sport.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Adrienne Saia Isaac, Director of Marketing and Communications at the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA). Adrienne tells us more about the NSAA, their members and vision.
Adrienne walks us through some of the numbers and insights from the recent 2022-23 Ski Industry End-of-Season Report. We were very excited to learn that the ski industry reported a 4 million visit increase year over year! And keep in mind some ski resorts are still open, so expect that number to keep rising.
It was a lot of fun to dig into these ski industry numbers with an expert and make sense of what it all means.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Julie Smith, head of the quality programs at Lawson’s Finest Liquids (Brewery) in Waitsfield, Vermont. Julie shares her career path and some great Lawson’s history.
We talk about why there aren’t more women in the brewing industry, although Lawson’s has done a great job in this space and is close to 50% women.
Julie tells us about the Pink Boots brewery program which is a fantastic global non-profit focused on getting more women into the brewing industry. Pink Boots has local chapters, events, scholarships and more.
It was so interesting to get Julie’s firsthand views into life at a famous Vermont brewery and we already planned to meet there for our next apres beverage!
Keep up with the Latest from Lawsons:
Website: https://www.lawsonsfinest.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/lawsonsfinest
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawsonsFinestLiquids/
Resources:
Pink Boots: https://www.pinkbootssociety.org
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How to make time for your friends and prioritize mental health. Sarah and Nicole talk about a recent ski trip to Sundance Ski Resort in Utah and how they make time to play with girlfriends all winter long.
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In this episode, Nicole and Sarah talk about the winners and the losers of the season and prepare to hunt for the best deals.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Cassie Cohen, the Snow Reporter at Mad River Glen in Fayston, Vermont. Cassie started skiing as a toddler with her mom at Mount Snow and has been skiing as long as she can remember.
Cassie gives us a look at her typical day as the Snow Reporter at Mad River Glen, starting at 5 AM! She loves getting to ski while also having the opportunity to write and be creative.
Cassie tells us about what we can expect to find at Mad River Glen - including their famous single chair. Mad River Glen has a full service ski school and rental department. There is a great lodge that includes a cafeteria and Stark’s Pub. And The Birdcage is an on mountain lodge and dining option. And they have Day Care!
It was so interesting to get Cassie’s firsthand views into the life of a snow reporter. And she does not ski every run every day, but she does get out on the mountain every day.
Mad River Glen is not on Ikon or Epic, they do have some great ski pass deals (we love the mid-week pass). Mad River Glen is skier only.
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Website: https://www.madriverglen.com/
Snow Report: https://www.madriverglen.com/conditions/
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah talk about navigating Stratton Mountain in Vermont.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Margo Wade, Director of Planning & Regulatory Compliance at Sugarbush Resort. At a high level, Margo’s role is focused on keeping the resort in compliance with operating, land use, technical and environmental permits. The permits range from federal to state and local level permits as Sugarbush spans 3 Vermont towns and uses some US Forest Service land.
Margo gives us an inside look at what it takes to staff a ski resort, seasonally and year round. Sugarbush’s employee population grows from 250 year round staff to about 1,000 in the winter ski season.
The combination of resort staffing and staff housing shortages has been a challenge across the entire ski industry. Margo gives us insights into what is causing this shortage.
Sugarbush houses employees in a variety of units around the Mad River Valley ranging from Sugarbush owned to rented facilities. One important project was transitioning the Sugarbush Inn from visitor use to staff housing. Sugarbush bases workforce housing rent rates are based on employee’s wages.
Sugarbush has a large international employee population that leverage different visa programs ranging from short term cultural exchanges to longer term for more senior employees.
It was so interesting to get Margo’s firsthand views of what it takes to staff a ski resort and the creative solutions Sugarbush is bringing to the industry.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Heidi Dusek. Heidi is a mother of 3, an author and a podcast host - among many other things. Heidi’s work is focused on inspiring families to connect through simple adventures. Heidi always had an adventurous side and wanted to to continue her adventures when she started a family.
Heidi started her podcast Ordinary Sherpa during covid in November of 2020. Heidi saw the need for parents to find a place to connect with other parents - that allowed us to enjoy the often overlooked positives of the world shutting down. Heidi saw the opportunity to spend more time with her kids and wanted parents to have a place to connect and share.
Heidi started with simple afternoon family field trips, walks in the woods, climbing trees. She realized that she felt great after these outings and that they didn’t have to be overplanned or elaborate.
In the winter Heidi’s family gets outside in Wisconsin - snowshoeing, cross country skiing and alpine skiing at a small local mountain. Heidi shares great budget friendly tips to outfit your family for outdoor adventures.
Heidi tells us about how her approach to untourism - a different type of family travel experience. Untourism supports the local flavors and activities that benefit the local people, small businesses and communities as opposed to commercial tourism.
We are excited to follow along with Heidi and her family on their “family gap year” adventure through 2023! To follow along go to ordinarysherpa.com/subscribe and choose Family Gap Year Adventures.
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Website: https://ordinarysherpa.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/ordinarysherpa
Podcast: The Ordinary Sherpa
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Heidi’s Book Beyond Normal
Powder Mountain (Utah)
IndyPass
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Kimberley Blaine, a licensed developmental psychotherapist (LMFT) who has been named one of the most powerful moms in social media by Working Mother Magazine. Kimberley is a speaker, author and a nationally recognized child mental health and social and emotional well-being expert. She’s also a California ski mom who loves to go to the mountains every chance she gets.
Kimberley’s favorite place to ski in California is Mammoth Mountain, about a 4 hour 40 minute drive from LA. Kimberley tells us all her tips for planning a trip to Mammoth, which can require planning and preparation given the unpredictable snow and travel conditions. This season Mammoth has had over 600” of snow! Roads can close for 24 hours at a time.
Kimberley was a Venice beach baby, who first saw the mountains and snow when she joined in on her high school’s ski trip. It was love at first sight and she knew she needed the mountains to be a part of her life.
Kimberley shares all sorts of great tips to plan a wonderful Mammoth vacation. Mammoth can be a challenging place to get to and from, but that is what makes it so special. We have Mammoth on our ski bucket list and can’t wait to check it out.
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Website: http://thegotomom.com/meet-the-go-to-mom/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thegotomom
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegotomom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allmtmamas/
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Mammoth Mountain: https://www.mammothmountain.com/
Big Bear: https://www.bigbearmountainresort.com
Snow Valley: https://snow-valley.com/
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah talk about their trip to Sundance Resort in Utah. The resort recently changed ownership after Robert Redford sold at the end of 2022.
This is a gem with loads to do beyond the slopes--like morning yoga in a yurt, a full art studio and awesome food. Find out why we plan to go back very soon.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah talk about their favorite spring skiing events - from pondskimming to ski boot dance parties.
There are a lot of great spring skiing events across the country coming up in March and April. We share our tips on what events to register for now to have the most fun on snow this spring. Events are open for registration!
We also talk spring ski demos, spring ski clothing sales and more!
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Sarah Wojcik the founder of All Mountain Mamas and the associate editor and new business director at Ski Area Management Magazine (SAM).
Sarah started skiing when she was very young at a small ski mountain, Blue Mountain in PA. As a teenager, Sarah became a junior ski patroller at Camelback (Poconos, PA) and she has been in the ski industry ever since. Sarah walks us through her career path from ski patrolling to her job at Ski Vermont and to her current position at Ski Area Management.
Sarah tells us more about Ski Area Management Magazine, their readers and what types of topics are covered in their articles.
We also hear Sarah’s founder’s story that led her to start All Mountain Mamas. All Mountain Mama’s is a fantastic Vermont ski resort resource for moms - check them out in our links below.
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Website: https://allmountainmamas.skivermont.com
Website: Ski Area Management
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah talk about the class action settlement resolution between Alterra Mountain Company and Ikon pass holders impacted by ski resort closures in March 2020. More detailed info from Ikon here:https://www.momtrends.com/ski/ikon-pass-refunds-from-class-action-suithttps://www.ikonpass.com/en/covid-class-action-credit
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Kristen Ulmer. Kristen is a high performance facilitator and fear/anxiety expert who draws from her tenure as the Hall of Fame most ‘fearless’ woman extreme skier in the world for 12 years, from studying Zen for 15 years, and from facilitating over ten thousand clients on the subjects of fear, anxiety and achieving flow states.
Kristen grew up in Henniker, New Hampshire skiing at Pat’s Peak. Kristen loved skiing from a very young age, but did not get serious about skiing until age 16. Kristen went to college in Utah and starting skiing moguls. Although she had almost no formal ski training, she made the US Ski Team! She could not afford to stay on the US Ski Team, so she switched over to big mountain extreme skiing and filming in movies.
Kristen tell us more about film skiing and the film skiing industry. Kristen has filmed 24 ski movies with producers like Warren Miller and Teton Gravity. Kristen was the one female skier in this very male dominated industry. Kristen tells us about her addiction to fear (her poor parents!) that came out of her ski experiences.
An experience at Burning Man (an arts festival in the desert), inspired Kristen to quit her ski media career. She started a mindset only ski camp led by a zen master (who she then studied with for 15 years). There is a camp session coming up at the end of March in Alta, Utah.
Kristen’s book, The Art of Fear: Why Conquering Fear Won't Work and What to Do Insteadis a great place to start navigating your own relationship with fears (not conquering them!). The magic comes from the belief that we are not trying to avoid fear, but instead change our relationship with fear.
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Website: https://kristenulmer.com
Art of Fear Ski Camp
Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/MLDeef-YolY
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah share their tips and tricks on planning early season (November/December) ski trips for you and your family. It’s never too early to start planning your ski trips for next season.
No one can guarantee where you’ll find great snow early season, it can vary tremendously year to year - we give our tips for navigating this unpredictable part of ski season.
You can check out this site for historical opening dates: https://www.snowpak.com/opening-and-closing-dates
We share our top picks for early season East Coast and West Coast ski trips. Now it’s time to start booking those trips!
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Becky Munsterer Sabky. Becky is the author of a series of animated children’s books about skiing (The Little Rippers) and is a former Director of International Admissions at Dartmouth College.
Becky grew up skiing and ski racing at a little ski area in New Jersey called Hidden Valley. Throughout high school Becky was a ski racer, but her ski racing career ended when she started at Colby College. Becky continued to ski for fun and found she loved the powder and moguls just as much as gates.
Becky shares her experience growing up as a weekend warrior, her family would drive from New Jersey to different ski resorts around New England. It was a great family activity and an outlet to meet new friends and families outside of their community. Now Becky lives in Vermont and skis at the Dartmouth Skiway (NH) and Burke Mountain (VT).
Becky has always been an author, her first published piece was an article called “Ski Dads” in Ski Magazine. Becky wanted to combine her love of writing and skiing and that led her to start her series of animated children’s books (The Little Rippers) about kids having ski adventures. Becky tells us about how she came up with the story ideas and the five main characters. We were so excited to learn that Becky was first inspired to write The Little Rippers at Sugarbush!
Book 1 takes place in Vermont, in Book 2 the gang heads to Colorado, Book 3 is about skiing President’s Day Weekend, and Book 4 is in the works. We loved hearing about how Becky named her characters, which she said was a really fun part of writing the books.
And while not ski related, we both found Becky’s college admissions book (Valedictorians at the Gate) to be a tremendous resource as we navigated the college admissions process with our kids.
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Website: https://beckysabky.com/
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In this episode Nicole joins Sarah as she gets a ski boot fitting and custom footbed with Allison Kozar, a boot fitter at Inner Bootworks in Stowe, Vermont.SUBSCRIBE TO THE SKI MOMS APRES SKI PODCAST HERE.
Sarah’s had ski boot pain for years and just thought it was something she had to live with. The boot pain impacted how long Sarah could ski and her overall enjoyment on the snow. A friend recommended a custom boot fitting.
Allison (a local boot fitter) was recommended to Nicole and Sarah so we made an appointment online and headed to Stowe, Vermont. The boot fitting process took about 2 hours start to finish.
We walk through the boot fitting process, what to bring with you so you are well prepared and how to find the best boot fitter in your area. Sarah opted for a whole new setup - new boots, new custom Bootdoc footbeds.
Sarah is so happy with her new ski boots, they are warm and comfortable and she can ski all day with ease. If your ski boots are causing you pain or discomfort, consider investing in a boot fitting!
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Welcome to the Apres Ski Lounge! In this new podcast we’re sharing our top tips for navigating ski trips with kids and getting more joy and fun for mom.
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We’re kicking things off with our pro-tips guide to navigating the busy President’s Day weekend. It’s the busiest ski weekend of the year and we’ve got survival tips including:
- Explaining the three jersey rule
- How to manage lift lines
- Tips for eliminating hunger meltdowns with clever meal planning
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The Ski Moms Digital Cookbook: This digital cookbook brings the very best easy and delicious recipes for you and your family. All recipes were developed by ski moms. 36 tried and true ski mom recipes.
Our favorite ski-themed books for kids: To make the most of the ski season, we're rounding up our favorite books about skiing and snow.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Victoria Crawford, a true Telluride insider who gives us the scoop on this iconic ski town. Victoria tells us about getting to and getting around Telluride and shares some great tips to plan the perfect trip.
When Victoria moved out to Telluride in the early 90’s when it was not a well known ski town like it is today. She planned to stay for a year and 32 years later she never left :) Victoria has seen the town grow and change over her years there.
Victoria tells us about the layout of Telluride, an old mining town and the mountain village. Telluride is in a box canyon which gives the town and mountain a unique setting. We get some great tips on where to stay and the best ways to get to this out of the way town.
We also hear Victoria’s recommendation for the best places to eat and drink both on and off the mountain. Alpino Vino is a favorite for an on-mountain dining splurge, and you’ll find more locals at Oak.
There are a lot of other activities in Telluride, including ice skating, hiking, tons of great nordic ski options and yoga.
Victoria has an interior design studio and beautiful shop in Telluride called Tweed. Tweed Interiors handles a wide range of interior design services, including new construction, remodels, lighting and custom furnishings. Check out their instagram and website below.
Telluride is on the Epic Pass, with 7 days of skiing per season.
More from Tweed Interiors (Victoria’s design services & shop):
Website: https://tweedinteriors.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tweedinteriors
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Website: https://tellurideskiresort.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tellurideski
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/telluride
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah learn about ski tuning, care and maintenance. We visited Kelly Bair, owner of Peak Performance Ski Shop in Killington, Vermont. Peak Performance is a premier ski shop with a ski racing focus. Peak Performance has a wide variety of equipment options for both ski racers and recreational skiers. If you can’t get to Peak in person, they ship all over the world.
Kelly is the mom to two ski racers, but she grew up water skiing in Florida and never imagined she would be running a ski shop in Vermont.
We talk about how as moms we often do not invest in the right gear and equipment for ourselves. But we all agree that finding the right equipment and taking care of our gear is really important.
Kelly gives advice on how to best prepare for your ski shop purchase. Know what you have tried and what you like - sizes, brands, etc. Know where you plan to ski - conditions, region. Kelly recommends starting with your boots and then demoing some skis to really figure out what you like before making a purchase.
We talk about how to keep our equipment in good condition and the importance of a good maintenance plan. For example, wax your skis, get your edges sharpened, and have your bindings checked. Some ski shops like Peak Performance do overnight tuning, so you can drop your skis off on your way to apres ski and pick them up the next morning.
We got to check out the Wintersteiger Jupiter tuning system and had our skis tuned to perfection. We could not believe how much of a difference a good tune could make!
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Website: https://www.peakskishop.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/peakskishop
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeakSkiShop
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Killington Mountain (on the Ikon pass)
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Connie Marshall, the first Director of Marketing and PR at Alta Ski Area in Alta, Utah. Connie grew up in Ohio, her family loved the outdoors, they hiked a lot and skied as much as they could. Connie learned to ski at Clear Fork (in central Ohio), a ski area built on a reclaimed garbage dump.
Connie first saw Alta when she was in 6th grade during a visit to her aunt and uncle’s home. Connie’s Uncle Chic was the then GM of Alta. She took her first flight (on TWA) in her first pair of blue jeans. (To hear Connie talk about it, it sounds like just yesterday.)
After her first visit out west, she knew she wanted to get back there. After college when her dreams of the Peace Corp did not come true, Connie headed back to Alta and got a job working in the ticket office.
And from there one thing led to another, Connie spent 44 years working at Alta in a number of roles. Her last role before retiring was as the Marketing and PR Director.
Connie tells us about her early days at Alta and her tips for navigating the resort area for those visiting now. If you are visiting on a Friday, Saturday, Sunday or a holiday you need to make a parking reservation ahead of time. And the ski school is amazing, it’s a great place to learn or improve your skills.
Alta is on both the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective Pass.
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Website: https://www.alta.com/plan-your-trip
Instagram: https://instagram.com/altaskiarea
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/altaskiarea
Alta Ski School: https://www.alta.com/ski-school
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Brenda Dragon, the President & Founder of Aurora Heat.
Brenda was raised in Fort Smith in the Northwest Territories, Canada (look it up on a map!). Brenda has loved skiing her whole life, there is mostly Nordic skiing in the Fort Smith area. Brenda taught her children to ski and it was always a favorite family activity. After raising her family and working in different industries, Brenda decided to take the plung and start her own company, Aurora Heat.
Brenda tells us about Aurora Heat, which started with the idea that natural and reusable products are best - for both function and the environment. Brenda saw the waste that comes from single-use products (like disposabe handwarmers), and looked to her family’s fur trapping heritage for a solution. We loved learning about Brenda’s parent’s fur trapping history and what it meant to her family.
Today, Aurora Heat makes a variety of sustainable, reusable, natural fur based products to keep you warm - from head to toe. They have natural hand warmers, foot warmers, ankle warmers and more.
Aurora Heat also provides jobs in a community where there are limited employment opportunities. The company gives back to the community through a number of social impact programs.
Nicole loves her Aurora Heat handwarmers (with thumb insert), she’s been using them all winter and can’t stop talking about them! Get yours below and use our discount code for 10% off.
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Website: https://auroraheat.ca/
Ski Mom Fun listeners can use discount code: SKIMOMSFUN for 10% off your purchase (they do ship to the USA).
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Jen Gurecki, the co- founder & CEO of Coalition Snow, a women-owned and operated Reno-based snowsports brand on a mission to deconstruct the status quo.
Jen started skiing in high school and fell in love with it right away. Jen’s high school had a ski club that hosted affordable ski trips that helped her get time on snow. Jen was hooked. She’s now primarily a snowboarder, but most of her team is made up of skiers.
Jen tells us about her path from college to her work in outdoor education and how she came to the decision to start Coalition Snow and make skis and snowboards. It started when Jen was disappointed by the lack of high performance ski and snowboard equipment for women and decided to fill that gap. She saw that the lack of representation of women across the industry - so she jumped in and figured out how to make skis and snowboards.
Coalition Snow doesn’t make a lot of beginner equipment, but that wasn’t the void Jen saw in the industry - she wanted to make more advanced/expert equipment for women. Jen tells us about some of the new equipment Coalition is launching in the coming seasons that she’s excited about and where we can find their gear. Coalition sells direct to consumer and through a number of online retailers and in some physical locations.
Coalition has a unique approach to marketing, their presence is authentic - and Jen sees it as one tool to make snowsports more inclusive. Check out their social media below to see for yourself!
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Where to find Coalition Snow products near you
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Jasmine Tay, a ski mom of 3 boys, the oldest (Harry) is an adaptive skier. Jasmine shares all her learnings, tips and advice on getting your child into an adaptive ski program. For those unfamiliar, adaptive skiing uses specialized equipment and/or training to allow people with disabilities to ski.
Jasmine grew up in Australia and started skiing at age 3 at a ski resort called Threadbo in the Snowy Mountains (Australia).
Jasmine and her family relocated from Australia to New York City, their home mountain is now Windham (New York State).
Becoming a ski family was always something Jasmine and her family planned. Jasmine’s son Harry has a physical disability that requires him to use crutches, so traditional ski school was not an option for him. Jasmine researched programs outside of NYC and found a great adaptive ski program at Windham (link below). There are programs all over the northeast and across the country, so her advice is to just start researching programs in your area.
Children with disabilities have a different set of needs so Jasmine recommends first talking to the program coordinator to discuss your child’s needs to find the right fit. Booking adaptive ski lessons can take more lead time than traditional ski school, so planning in advance is important.
Harry started with a one day lesson - he loved it and kept wanting more time on the snow. Jasmine tells us about adaptive equipment and the unique way that adaptive lessons are managed. Over the years, Harry has progressed to independent skiing - and they achieved their dream of becoming a ski family!
Resources:Where to find and Adaptive Ski Program for Your Family
Thredbo (Australia) https://www.thredbo.com.au/
Windham (New York) https://www.windhammountain.com/
Adaptive Sports Center Windham
Vermont Adaptive: https://www.vermontadaptive.org/
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Katie Ertl, the SVP of Mountain Operations at Aspen Skiing Company. Aspen Skiing Company includes 4 mountains, across 8 miles — Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Snowmass and Buttermilk.
Katie grew up in the Aspen Valley, her mom was a ski instructor and she taught Katie and her twin sister from the age of 3. She went on to alpine ski race.
Katie taught ski lessons in college, and after graduating decided to continue down that path. Katie coached kids ski racing in Australia and loved it so much she went back and forth coaching between Aspen and Australia.
Katie worked her way into ski school management and concurrently became a ski instructor educator, giving clinics to ski instructors through PSIA. That led Katie to her role overseeing the 4 ski schools at Aspen Skiing Company - and their 1,300 instructors! After 12 years in this role she moved to her current role, as the SVP of Mountain Operations.
Katie explains the role of Mountain Operations - which includes everything related to the mountain infrastructure, from getting the lifts running every morning, to grooming the hill and guest services. Aspen Skiiing Company is undergoing a 180 acre expansion called Pandoras, which is keeping Katie busy.
Katie walks us through the history of the 4 mountains. She describes how the various mountains are situated and what makes each mountain and town unique. We also learn about the sustainability programs that Aspen Skiing is involved in across the valley and more broadly.
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Resources: Pandora Expansion
PSIA: https://www.thesnowpros.org/who-we-are/ Nastar: https://nastar.com/national-championships
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Diane Boyer, the President of Skea Ltd. a women’s ski wear company run by women and designed by women who love the active outdoor lifestyle.
Diane grew up skiing at Mount Southington (a small ski area in Connecticut), while she was in boarding school nearby and at Stratton. She went on to Dartmouth College, where she skied every day, both teaching and practicing freestyle. Diane made her way to Vail, where Skea Ltd is now located.
Diane walks us through the history of Skea, which started when her family brought the one piece suit to the US in the ‘70’s. They started with an imported one piece from France and added insulation to make it suitable for cold New England ski days. In the early 80’s Skea started to manufacture in their own factory in Denver.
Skea makes beautiful women’s ski clothing, their motto is “follow your passion to your dreams”. Skea believes that you can look feminine and feel confident and also be a seriously great skier. Skea’s high-performance outerwear combines experience, functionality, quality, and performance.
Skea’s collections are not the typical blue and black jackets or pants commonly seen around ski resorts. Skea has fun patterns and vibrant colors that look great on and off the hill. Some of Skea’s designs are from original art that they make into patterns.
Skea products can be found in specialty retail ski shops. They can also be found online (links below).
We were excited to learn that Skea added inclusive sizes this season! And Skea is now making great clothes for golf and pickleball!
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Tracy Keller, ski mom, and Head of School at Green Mountain Valley School (GMVS) in Waitsfield, Vermont. Tracy shares her ski and career journey with us from racing at Dartmouth to her first job at Sugar Bowl Academy and finally to GMVS where she is the Head of School.
Tracy learned to ski when she was six at Pico Mountain in Vermont and started ski racing at a young age. She went on to ski at Dartmouth College and after college took a job teaching, coaching and dorm parenting at Sugar Bowl Academy in California.
Tracy clearly defines a ski academy - a high school (and in some cases middle school) designed for and to serve the needs of competitive ski racers. Most are independent schools, many have a boarding component.
Tracy gives some great advice on how to check out what a ski academy is like by attending a ski camp. While students can enroll as early as 7th grade at GMVS, many students do not start attending full time until 9th grade. Many academies offer winter term programs (typically 6th, 7th, 8th grade) starting in November through the ski season.
A ski academy is a good fit for a student that is passionate about skiing - they ski every day, in all weather, and you really need to love it. Students need to be resilient, hard working and have the ability to recognize that competitive skiing is a process. Another key factor is that the desire to ski competitively needs to be driven by the athlete and not their parents.
We also learn about a typical year at a ski academy - which can consist of international and domestic camp travel, on-site physical conditioning and local training.
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Website: https://gmvs.org/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/gmvsski Facebook: GMVSGMVS Ski CampsGMVS 7th Grade Winter Term
Resources:Sugar Bowl AcademyWaterville Valley Academy (NH)Rowmark Academy in Park CityThe Winter Sports School Park CityOkemo Mountain SchoolUSCSA (college ski racing)NCAA College Skiing
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Beth Howard, ski mom, and VP and Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain in Vail, Colorado. Beth shares her career journey from the University of Northern Iowa where she studied Food & Nutrition and Business. When a college internship led her to the Vail Valley, she packed her car and headed west. Beth fell in love with Vail and immediately knew she wanted to figure out how to live there after college.Find out how to use Ski Butler to get rentals brought to your ski condo or hotel.
Beth grew up skiing in Minnesota at Afton Alps with her brothers, but did not expect her career to lead to the ski industry. The combination of her love of sports and college studies led her to Vail. Beth started in the Food & Beverage area and had a number of roles at different resorts before becoming the COO of Vail Mountain.
Beth shares a typical day as the COO of Vail Mountain - which starts with a coffee and her “power hour” where she gets up to speed on everything going on at Vail. You may even see Beth out greeting guests, look for a blue jacket and gray pants - and her name tag.
Vail is 5,300 acres and has all levels of terrain, family and beginner ski areas - there is really something for everyone. Beth tells us about how the mountain is laid out and about the various villages at Vail, inspired by European ski villages. The villages have all sorts of fun things for families - ice skating rinks, great shopping, even a candy store which is always a hit.
The Vail ski school is a fantastic resource for families learning to ski or just looking for a guide to show them the lesser known areas of the vast mountain.
The Epic Mix app has lots of of great information for guests - from weather alerts to predictive lift lines, terrain openings, trail maps and GPS tracking.
This year marks the 60th season for Vail and to celebrate they have tons of fun events planned. There are music events, parades and they are bringing back the ice bars
Resources:Epic Military PassAfton Alps (Minnesota)Vail Ski SchoolEpic Mix App
Keep up with the Latest from Vail Mountain: www.vail.comVail 60th Anniversary Schedule Instagram: https://instagram.com/vailmtn Twitter: https://twitter.com/vailmtn
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Barbara Cochran, ski mom, Olympic gold medalist and sports psychology consultant.
Barbara tells us about the incredible history behind her father Mickey’s vision to build a ski hill behind their house in Richmond, Vermont in 1961. Mickey built a tow rope and put up lights so all his kids and anyone else who wanted to (it was open to the public), could ski train after school and into the night.
Barbara is one of four children, they all grew up to be world-class ski racers and represented the U.S. in the Winter Olympics. Barbara started racing in World Cup races when she was still in high school. She shares her Olympic story of winning the gold medal in slalom at the 1972 Winter Olympics in Sapporo, Japan.
We loved hearing about what was going through Barbara’s mind as she prepared herself to race, and how her father’s words could calm her down and get her thinking positively (even at the Olympics!). Barbara discovered the powers of positive self talk and having a growth mindset - long before it was a well-known practice.
Barbara shares the Cochran’s Way, a powerful and positive message for ski racers and parents pursuing this crazy sport. She tells us about the letter she wrote to her son Ryan Cochran-Siegle, before he headed to the Olympics.
Barbara’s words have inspired us to stay positive and keep the big picture in mind - the invaluable life lessons our kids learn from skiing.
Resources:
Barbara’s Sports Psychology Business
Cochran’s Ski Area
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah join you over Thanksgiving weekend from the World Cup in Killington Vermont!
The event has drawn an increasing number of spectators who converge at Killington to cheer on ski racers from around the world. The event brings millions of dollars in economic impact to the state of Vermont.
The Killington World Cup takes place over two days and includes women’s giant slalom and slalom races. Fans are always extra excited to see U.S. Alpine Ski Team superstar Mikaela Shiffrin who has won the slalom each of the last five years at Killington.The International Ski Federation (FIS) Alpine Ski World Cup is the premier circuit for alpine skiing competition. The inaugural season launched in January 1967, and the 2022–23 season marks the 57th consecutive year for the FIS World Cup.
The Killington race course debuted in November 2016, succeeding Aspen, Colorado, as the early season U.S. host for women's technical events (slalom and giant slalom). Located in New England in central Vermont, Killington has hosted nine women's World Cup events (49th of all-time), and the sixth most in the U.S.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Halley O’Brien, an avid skier who has made outdoor adventuring her career as an on-camera personality, writer and producer. Halley is a mother of 3 boys (she just recently welcomed twins!), is the founder of The Snow Report and has her own podcast (Beyond the Apres).
Halley tells us about learning to snowboard at Mountain Creek in New Jersey and falling in love with it immediately - even though her tailbone did not :)
Halley walks us through her career path from a communications major to pounding the pavement at ski resorts and making her way into the ski industry business.
Halley started at Mount Snow as their on mountain “Snow Reporter”, and that led her to found The Snow Report. Halley moved out to Colorado and started her own production company - working with Vail Resorts, The Weather Channel, Snow Country and then pitched her own show to Ski Magazine.
Halley makes fast paced and super funny videos on all sorts of ski and snow related topics - from pond skimming to beer and gear reviews - we found ourselves laughing out loud when we tuned in.
Halley and her husband are teaching their son to snowboard (starting at 13 months!) at Mountain Creek on a Burton Riglet board, a board designed specifically for the tiniest rippers.
Halley now has a number of roles back at Mountain Creek and at Big Snow American Dream (indoor ski resort in New Jersey). Mountain Creek has a great ski school with progress based learning features that help guide new skiers as they build their basic ski skills. Mountain Creek has night skiing and is only an hour outside of NYC.
Check out the links below to see Halley in action!
Resources:
Mountain Creek (NJ) https://mountaincreek.com/ Mount Snow (VT) https://www.mountsnow.com/ Burton Riglet https://www.burton.com/discover/s/article/burton-riglet Big Snow https://www.bigsnowamericandream.com/ Eurosock https://amzn.to/3EmgGLe
Keep up with the Latest from Hailey:Ski Mag Snow ReportThe Snow Report Website: http://www.halleyobrien.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/halleyobrien Twitter: https://twitter.com/halleyobrien Instagram: https://instagram.com/halleyobrien YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HalleyOBrienMedia Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-apr%C3%A8s/id1542825138
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Erica Frank, the GM of Ski Butlers in Steamboat, Colorado. Erica gives tons of tips and insights to plan the perfect family trip to Steamboat.
Erica grew up in Utah, skiing at Brighton, Alta & Snowbird. She moved East for college still managed to find time on snow - she taught skiing at Shawnee Mountain and Camelback Mountain. She tells us about her first time visiting Steamboat on a family trip and falling in love with the area and all the incredible snow. She knew she would make her way back there and has been living in Steamboat for the past 3 years now.
Erica explains exactly what families can expect to find at Steamboat and how Ski Butler makes getting to the slopes fun and easy for families. Ski Butler is a premier ski rental delivery company that brings all the ski gear right to you in your condo or hotel. Imagine having a glass of wine in your condo while your kids try on boots - instead of sweating it out in the rental line. Ski Butlers rents skis, poles, snowboards, boots and even helmets and goggles.
Ski Butlers provides ongoing support throughout your stay, you can try different skis during your stay depending on your needs or even the snow conditions. Then at the end of your trip, they pick up everything.
We loved learning about Ski Butlers’ partnership with Steamboat Sports where families can rent soft goods like ski jackets and snow pants.
Erica even shares some of her favorite apres ski spots around town - like T Bar and Timber & Torch.
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Steamboat Website: https://www.steamboat.com/ Steamboat Sports Ski Clothes Rentals: https://www.steamboat.com/plan-your-trip/rentals/ski-and-snowboard/clothing-rental-adult T Bar http://www.tbarsteamboat.com Timber & Torch - https://www.steamboat.com/things-to-do/dining/timber-and-torch
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In this episode Nicole hosts Mirna Valerio, better known as The Mirnavator, an endurance athlete who fell in love with skiing later in life and never looked back.
Mirna tells us about starting her blog to make a place for plus size endurance runners that led to a career as a spokesperson for many well known brands including Lululemon, LL Bean and Hydroflask.
Mirna first took ski lessons over 10 years ago at Mountain Creek when she was a teacher in New Jersey. She loved it from the start, even though some of her early ski experiences ended with spectacular falls.
Then in 2021 she started taking lessons again at Sugarbush and Bolton Valley. She shares the ups and downs of learning to ski as an adult and letting go of control. She enjoys taking lessons at different ski resorts and finds it is a great way to get to know a mountain.
Mirna shares some of the challenges of finding plus size ski gear for women and where she has found some great plus size options. She hopes that more ski brands will expand to plus sizes in the future.
Follow Mirna on social media (links below) and you will see that she shares her ski journey in realistic full color, showing both the falls and the successes!
Resources:
Plus Snow (Plus Size Ski Gear) https://plussnow.com/ Mountain Creek Ski Area https://mountaincreek.com/ Sugarbush Ski Resort https://www.sugarbush.com/ Bolton Valley https://www.boltonvalley.com/ Snow King https://snowkingmountain.com/
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah revisit a favorite episode from season 1 with ski mom Heather Burke, Travel Editor at FamilySkiTrips.com
This time of year a lot of us are thinking about new equipment for the upcoming season, but navigating gear can be confusing. Heather talks to us about how to find the right skis and boots, skis designed for women, demo days - and much more.
Heather learned to ski at 3, her mom says she was more natural skiing than walking! Heather grew up in the ski biz, her parents ran a ski lodge at Smugglers Notch in Vermont.
Heather and her husband Greg have raised two skiers, and have skied over 225 ski resorts around the world.
Heather launched FamilySkiTrips.com in 1995 as a resource for families on where to ski, the best ski resorts, and even how to pack and dress for skiing.
Resources from Heather:
Finding the right skis - post inspired by our podcast talk! https://familyskitrips.com/finding-the-right-womens-skis/
Top Women’s Skis: https://familyskitrips.com/top-womens-skis-2021-2022
How to Pack for a Family Ski Trip: https://familyskitrips.com/familyskitrips/packing_for_ski_trip
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In this episode, we share our first interview from last season with Alli Widman, ski mom and Founder & CEO of Avant Ski. Alli has been an avid skier and traveler her entire life. Following years of frustration with a lack of comprehensive, reliable ski resources for recreational skiers, Alli launched Avant Ski in 2018.
We talk to Alli about a wide range of ski-related topics that are on our minds as we think of the season ahead - from the economics and perks of multi-mountain ski passes (Epic Pass, Ikon Pass, Indy Pass, Mountain Collective) to what factors to consider when picking a ski resort for your next family vacation.
Alli shares some great tips on navigating Park City - everything from ski school drop off to finding great coffee and fun apres ski spots. Avant Ski resort guides give you this type of insider access so you can experience the mountain like a local.
Resources:
Avant Ski Pass Guide: https://www.theavantski.com/post/season-pass-updatesAvant Ski Packing List: https://www.theavantski.com/post/packing-list-essential-gear Avant Ski Resort Guides: https://www.theavantski.com/resorts States Where Kids Ski Free: https://www.momtrends.com/travel/10-states-where-kids-ski-free
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah visit Hooey Wilks at her studio, Hooey Mountain. Hooey shows us her the vintage toy skier collection that she photographs on snow at ski resorts around the world. The photographs truly pulled us in, they are fun and engaging, and we found ourselves leaning in to get a closer look at all the details.
The vintage toy skiers in Hooey’s photographs evoke a nostalgic feeling, but are bright and modern at the same time. Hooey’s photos brought us back to some of our favorite ski trips.
Hooey’s amazing photos would be a great gift for anyone who loves to ski. We could see these hanging in a ski house or any house with people who just love to ski and play in the snow.
Hooey also shares stories about her own ski journey growing up skiing in NY state and Vermont with her friends and family.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah take a trip to Big Snow, American Dream in Rutherford, New Jersey, the only indoor skiing and riding facility in North America with actual snow. Their clever and novel business model is suited to beginners and seasoned skiers alike. Big Snow is a great place to learn and a perfect spot to tap into a ski-lover’s thirst for snowy escapes.
Big Snow includes 4 skiable acres, a veritable drop of 160 ft and 4 chair/surface lifts.
The entire process from buying your ski package online to getting your rental gear set up and hitting the snow was very streamlined and well organized. There were friendly, helpful staff members throughout the facility.
After skiing a few hours we met with Trish McLeod, Director of Resorts Sales & Marketing at Snow Partners (the parent company of Big Snow). Trish shares her insights into Big Snow’s goal to grow participation in snow sports by making it affordable and accessible. Their terrain based learning model guides new skiers and riders through their first turns in a way that is both safe and fun.
The Snow Day Package includes everything you need to ski from outerwear to equipment and even complementary lessons. The only thing you need to bring are your gloves or mittens and socks, and if you do not have those The Shop at Big Snow has one of the largest selections we have ever seen at a ski shop.
Big Snow offers a variety of ski and ride access packages from one time to monthly subscriptions.
Big Snow has a very welcoming and positive atmosphere and is proud to be the most socially and ethnically diverse ski area in the world!
Resources:
Nicole’s article on Big Snow
Big Snow’s Snow Day Package
Camp Big for Ages 5-12
Terrain Based Learning Model
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Website: https://www.bigsnowamericandream.com
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Rebecca Walsh, ski mom to 2 boys (ages 9 and 10) living in Laramie, Wyoming. Rebecca grew up in Bozeman, Montana and learned to ski as a toddler - both alpine and cross country skiing.Shop the SKI MOM tee and tank collection here.
Rebecca is the founder of Hike Like a Woman, a platform (website, YouTube, mini-courses, podcast+) focused on getting women outside, learning new skills and exploring with confidence.
Rebecca tells us all about her latest ventures and how being diagnosed with breast cancer led her to focus her businesses on what she loves - skiing and hiking.
Rebecca takes us through her journey to founding Hike Like a Woman - and where it is now. Rebecca has developed a wide range of “Hike Like a Woman” resources from YouTube (how to videos) to podcasts (see links below).
We get some great insights into how to simplify your approach to hiking - and just get out there. Rebecca has some great tips for how to connect with other outdoor groups in your community (start with the local gear shop).
Rebecca takes us through the basics/essential supplies for taking a day hike with your children - including water, first aid kit, and plenty of snacks!
We learn about Rebecca’s BRAVE framework to show women the power of outdoor adventure:
Believe in yourself.
Research + Learn
Acquire Skills
Visualize Success
Explore
We discuss the potential risks of hiking from wildlife to injuries and how outdoor education and risk management can be the foundation for a safe hiking experience. And most importantly, we talk about the benefits of getting outdoors and hiking solo or with your family!
Resources:
Lone Moose Ski Shop
Snowy Range Ski Area
Guide to Safe Solo Hiking
What to Pack for a Day Hike
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Website: https://www.hikelikeawoman.com On YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/HikeLikeAWoman On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hikelikeawoman On Instagram: https://instagram.com/hikelikeawoman On Twitter: www.twitter.com/hikelikeawomanHike Like a Woman Podcast
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Joyce Shulman, ski mom, entrepreneur, writer, speaker, community builder and walker. Joyce is the CEO and Founder of 99 Walks and Jetti Fitness.
Joyce learned to ski in her late 20’s and fell in love with it from her first run at Mount Snow. Joyce and her family love to ski together everywhere from Vail to Okemo.
Joyce tells us about her latest mission to get a million women walking their way to better through 99 Walks.
We get some great insights into the powerful benefits of walking with a friend and learn about jetti poles (walking poles that turn walking into a full body workout). Joyce shares more details in her Ted Talk.
Keep up with the latest from Joyce:
Website: www.99walks.fit
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/99walks/
On Instagram: https://instagram.com/99walks
Check out Joyce’s book “Walk Your Way to Better: 99 Walks That Will Change Your Life”
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Kristina Von Trapp Frame, ski mom and director at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont.
Kristina is the granddaughter of Maria and Captain Von Trapp and she tells us her family’s history that led them from Austria to settle in Vermont. She shares stories about her unique experience growing up playing and working at the Trapp Family Lodge.
We get a great description of the beautiful 2,600 acre Trapp Family Lodge hillside setting with views of Stowe. The resort is so full of things to do in all seasons - from miles of cross country ski trails to mountain biking, trail running and tennis the options are endless.
Kristina talks about her love of trail running and gives us the basics and advice for getting started.
Keep up with the latest from the Von Trapp Lodge:
Website: www.Trappfamily.com
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This week we’re sharing a special interview Nicole did with Heidi Dusek of the Ordinary Sherpa Podcast.
Ordinary Sherpa inspires families to turn their adventure dreams to experiences. The podcast episodes help families define adventure, be inspired from other families on this journey, and be supported by a tribe of Sherpas helping you to reach your summit. In this episode, Nicole shares her journey as a ski mom. We mention two popular posts in this episode:
10 States Where Kids Ski Free: https://www.momtrends.com/travel/10-states-where-kids-ski-free
10 things to get ready for Ski Season: https://www.momtrends.com/ski/ten-things-you-can-do-right-now-to-get-ready-for-ski-season
Get details on the Ordinary Sherpa Podcast here
https://ordinarysherpa.com/
About Heidi: Heidi’s passion lies in challenging the status quo, driving change and delivering experiences. She and her husband live in Wisconsin with 3 children and spend a considerable amount of time outdoors, remodeling their third generation farm house, mastering un-tourism, and creating connections with people around the world. Get to know Heidi better by listening to Episode 001: Our Adventure Story.
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With big trips and everyday joys, a life of adventure awaits you. Whether you enjoy traveling or staying close to home, you'll love this book. Soak up everyday adventures exploring new places, trying new experiences, finding fun in everything, and making play more prevalent than screens.
You do not need to go back to normal. Beyond Normal is a field guide to help your family navigate an adventurous life filled with authentic experiences. Throughout this guide, you will find ways to assess your risk tolerance, stretch beyond your comfort zone, and find community. Venture forth!
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah recap the first season of the Ski Moms Fun Podcast. They recap the successes of the season and prep for the offseason.
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Avant Ski Guide to Multi-Resort Ski Passes 2022-2023
Bern Ski Helmets
Share Winter Foundation
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Wendy and Danica Carey. Wendy is the CFO and Danica is the Director of Marketing at Seirus Innovation. Seirus Innovation makes cutting edge gear to keep you warm using the latest fabrics, the most advanced technologies, and a unique R&D process. They were the first to bring rechargeable heated gloves to market, and have 19 patents aimed at making your outdoor experience warm and comfortable.
Wendy and Danica tell us all about their favorite Seirus products, old and new (see links below).
Wendy tells us her ski story, starting as a kid visiting Palisades Tahoe, she fell in love with the mountains and the woods. Danica shares a favorite story, learning to ski with her mom as a toddler at Mammoth.
Wendy walked us through the history of Seirus, starting with the invention of cat tracks and ski masks, and expanding to all sorts of amazing products to keep your hands, face and feet warm.
We learned about the R&D process at Seirus that includes people both inside and outside the company and brings diverse perspectives to solve problems for their customers. Danica grew up in the ski industry and gives us her views on strong women in the industry that have shaped her life and career.
We also discussed the ways Seirus has led the snowsports industry to improve diversity from the inside out - as well as how the company gives back.
Keep up with the latest from Seirus:
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeirusGear/ On Instagram: https://instagram.com/seirus_gear On Twitter: https://twitter.com/seirusgear On YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/SeirusInnovation
Resources:
Read Danica’s article titled “It’s Time to Reconsider What Skiers Think is Cool” in Ski MagazineSnowsports Industries America
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Melanie Drouin, an administrator and ski club advisor at an all girls school in Akron, Ohio. Melanie talks to us about giving back to her local community by getting girls on snow for the first time.
Melanie tell us about some of the barriers the girls face - primarily financial barriers like program costs and the expense of quality ski clothes. We were surprised to learn that after Melanie’s local mountain (Boston Mills Brandywine) was bought by Vail Resorts, the school ski club program was cut down from 2 months to only 5 ski days.
Melanie guides the girls and their families through every step from finding the right gear (base layers, mittens) to walking in ski boots for the first time.
Another challenge Melanie shared is that the girls have trouble finding ski helmets that fit over their braids, beads and other hairstyles that do not seem to be even considered by helmet manufacturers.
Melanie’s family loves skiing at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville, New York which sounds like an amazing family owned ski area and community that we hope to visit some day!
Resources:
Holiday Valley Ski Resort
Boston Mills Brandywine
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Sabina Gault. Sabina is the mother of two skier/riders and the President & CEO of Konnect Agency.
Sabina shares her path from learning to ski as a child in Romania to navigating ski trips from LA to Jackson Hole, Big Sky or Whistler. Sabina plans her trips last minute so she knows there will be good snow conditions when they arrive.
We were impressed to learn that even though Sabina lives in sunny LA, she still manages to get plenty of days on snow with her family.
Sabina gives insights into where the ski industry is doing well marketing to moms and kids, and where she thinks things could be improved.
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Konnect Agency
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On Instagram: https://instagram.com/sabinagault
Resources:
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Book your next ski trip on Expedia!
Whistler Mountain
Big Sky Resort
June Mountain
Mammoth Mountain
Jackson Hole
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Kristen Lummis. Kristen is the mother of two skiers and the founder of braveskimoms.com, an incredible resource for ski moms with over 1,000 articles on everything from why skiing is good for moms and families to how cold is too cold to ski.
Kristen shares her path to become one of the first female ski industry influencers. Kristen started writing parent/child focused resort reviews and expanded into gear reviews, ski lessons and everything she learned along the way with her own family.
Kristen tells us about some great ski areas that you may not have heard of like Powderhorn, Sunlight, Homewood, White Pass and Bogus Basin, resorts where you can avoid the crowds, traffic and sky high prices.
Keep up with the latest from Kristen!
BraveSkiMom.com (tip: use the search function to navigate over 1000 posts)
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/braveskimom?s=21
On Instagram: https://instagram.com/braveskimom
Resources:
Remote Ski Areas Where You Can Get Away From Crowds
Colorado Gems Pass
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Amy Tara Koch.
Amy is an author and journalist who has the unique pleasure of traveling the world for her job. Amy contributes to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, Vogue, T Magazine, The Daily Beast, Food & Wine, Conde Nast Traveler
Amy shares some of her favorite ski destinations for bucket list luxury travel. We talk about Amy’s picks from Aspen to St Mortiz.
We were impressed to learn that even for ski trips, Amy only travels with carry-on luggage. She tells us how to pack light and still look chic on and off the slopes.
We loved Amy’s great tips for saving money while still getting to experience luxury destinations.
And who knew you could find amazing consignment shops in places like Aspen and Park City!
Keep up with the latest from Amy!
Amy’s website: https://www.amytarakoch.com
Amy on Twitter
Amy on Instagram
Amy on Facebook
Resources:
Momtrends Ski Travel Recommendations
The Little Nell Hotel in Aspen
Hotel Jerome in Aspen
The Lodge at Blue Sky (Park City)
Eleven Experiences
The Kulm Hotel St Mortiz
Paradiso St Mortiz
Dolomite Mountains Travel Experiences
Susie’s Limited Consignment Aspen
Replay Sports Aspen
Gold Mine Thrift Store Sun Valley
Eagle Creek Packing Cubes
Some of our favorite luxury rentals & hotels
Vail Luxury Penthouse Condo
Sugarbush Vermont Luxury Home
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Scherrie, a special education teacher in Putnam County, NY and mother of 3 skiers (boys ages 7, 10, 12). Scherrie learned to ski in her 30’s because she wanted to show her boys it’s ok to fall down and try new things at any age.
Scherrie talks about why she thinks there is a lack of diversity on the slopes and some ideas she has to improve representation across the board.
We talk about #diversityontheslopes the hashtag Scherrie started to showcase people of all colors enjoying winter sports.
Scherrie tells us about her favorite ski areas near New York City including Big Snow (indoor ski area in New Jersey), Camelback and Thunder Ridge.
Scherrie’s perfect family ski day is when the boys are in all-day ski school and they can “be together apart”.
And we can’t wait to try Scherrie’s favorite apres ski drink, a hot ginger toddy!
Keep up with the latest from Scherrie!
Website http://www.thirtymommy.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thirtymommy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thirtymommy?s=21
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Resources:
10 States Where Kids Ski Free
Camelback Ski Resort
Thunder Ridge
Big Snow Indoor Ski Area
Hot Ginger Toddy
National Brotherhood of Skiers
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Susie English, Director of Marketing at Deer Valley Ski Resort in Park City, Utah.
Susie is a Park City native who knows the ski industry inside and out, having started her career at Rossingnol, then SkiUtah and now at Deer Valley Ski Resort. As the Director of Marketing at Deer Valley, there is no typical day. Her days vary from helping to run a Freestyle World Cup event to responding to guest feedback.
Deer Valley is a family focused resort spanning over 2,000 acres and 5 peaks. One thing that makes Deer Valley unique is a green (easy) trail down from every peak - making the whole ski area accessible to all abilities. Deer Valley is a ski-only resort, you won’t find snowboarders here.
Our article here reviews the world class ski school with lessons for everyone from kids to adult, private and groups, special experiences such as Ski with a Champion and Fireside Dining. Deer Valley has a huge selection of lodging options from 5 Star hotels to private homes, and everything in between.
Susie shares some tips for finding deals on your visit to Deer Valley by booking packages that include lodging, lift tickets and rentals, and coming at off-peak times or later in the season.
You won’t need a rental car while staying in Park City - there is a great free public bus system and if staying at a Deer Valley property you can enjoy the complimentary Cadillac service. And don’t forget the Ikon Pass includes 7 days at Deer Valley!
Make a Champion Margarita at home:
- 1.5oz tequila
- .75oz Aperol liqueur
- .25 Cointreau liqueur
- .5oz lime juice
- .5oz grapefruit juice
- Salted rim, grapefruit garnish.
Shake all ingredients and strain into a margarita glass with ice
Keep up with the latest from Deer Valley
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deervalleyresort/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SkiDeerValley/ Website: https://www.deervalley.com
Resources:
Deer Valley Ski SchoolDeer Valley Mountain Host Tours (Free!)Deer Valley Direct (car service app)Deer Valley Resort AppDeer Valley Fireside Dining
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On the 20th anniversary of 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games, Nicole and Sarah visit the Salt Lake City area - including the Utah Olympic Park and Woodward Park City. It’s clear that the 2002 Olympics have left a lasting legacy throughout the area.
We visited is the Utah Olympic Park (called the “UOP” by the locals). The UOP was built for the 2002 Winter Olympics and is just 25 miles east of Salt Lake City. The 400 acre venue houses one of only four sliding tracks (bobsleigh, luge, skeleton) luge, skeleton) in North America, six Nordic ski jumps, a 2002 Winter Games museum, and a multitude of adventure activities.
At the UOP we saw kids training slalom and moguls. We met a fellow ski mom, Barbara Wirostko Morelli and watched her daughter Cristina train freestyle moguls. We learned about how mogul competitions are scored and got some great advice for moms and kids interested in mogul competition. Cristina attends The Winter Sports School - a school for dedicated winter athletes that out of session during the winter months so she can train full time.
We explored Woodward Park City, an indoor/outdoor sports facility and talked with Phoebe Mills, the General Manager of Woodward Park City (and an Olympic medalist).
Inside Woodward Park City is a 66,000 square foot Action Sports Hub featuring an action sports concrete park, pump track, mini ramps, parkour zone, spring floor, Olympic grade trampolines, foam pits, and a digital media lab.
Outside the Action Sports facility has skateparks, mountain biking and bmx terrain. Woodward offers a huge variety of indoor and outdoor sports options.
Woodward’s progression-based facilities help kids learn new skills and achieve their goals in a positive and safe environment. Kids advance through progression and air awareness, starting indoors on the spring floor, tramps, and foam pits, and then taking those skills and techniques outdoors, to the parks. Woodward has a variety of winter and summer camps for kids from age 7-17.
Just recently, Woodward Park City was named an official U.S. Ski & Snowboard Training Center through Jan. 2025. The partnership allows athletes to utilize Woodward’s indoor and outdoor venues. Athletes will be training year-round in preparation for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy.
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On the eve of the 2022 Winter Olympics, Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Lisa Weibrecht, the mother of 5 skiers (including two time Olympic alpine medalist Andrew Weibrecht) and co-proprietor of the Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa in Lake Placid, New York.
Lisa tells us about the vibrant history of Lake Placid which hosted the Winter Olympic Games in 1932 and 1980.
Lisa would bring her children to nearby Whiteface Mountain to ski almost every day, and after that they would ice skate on the lake.
Lisa gives us some much needed perspective with stories about her son Andrew, a World Cup alpine ski racer and two time Olympic medalist. We learn how it’s important that kids carry their own skis and that mom doesn’t learn to ski tune :)
Lisa tells us about all the wonderful things to do in Lake Placid, from skiing at Whiteface Mountain to beautiful trails for snowshoeing and cross country skiing, dog sledding and ice skating on the lake. Lake Placid has something for everyone.
In the warmer months there is fishing, kayaking, mountain biking, horse shows, miles of hiking and walking trails and much more.
There are many wonderful restaurants in the area and Lisa was excited to tell us about the new chef at the inn who prepares fantastic farm to table meals at The View.
Lake Placid also has a vibrant art scene.
Lisa and her husband Ed are the proprietors of the Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa in Lake Placid, New York. The inn has rooms ranging from classic to large suites. There’s a full service spa with salt room, 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and fitness center. Outside you’ll find a lap pool, tennis courts and a private beach with complementary boats and watercraft. The hotel even has a shuttle to Whiteface and ski rental equipment.
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On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mirrorlakeinn
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Resources:
Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa
Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort
Lake Placid
Winter Experiences at the Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa
NYSEF
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Michelle Leibowitz to discuss women’s ski clinics and camps and why we should all treat ourselves to a session this winter.
Michelle grew up skiing at a small mountain in Massachusetts (Bosquet Mountain) and was a ski racer from age 10 through college.
Michelle tells us about the Women’s Discovery Camp at Sugarbush which includes women of all ages and abilities. There is a fantastic atmosphere of camaraderie and the women cheer one another on, making it all the more fun!
While we as moms often put our own needs on the back burner, Michelle stresses the importance of investing time in ourselves. Michelle has found that taking time for her own lessons, clinics or camps makes her a better mom, wife, friend and just happier and less stressed overall.
Michelle gives us insight into how to navigate finding the right lessons and instructor for you - and how important tips are to instructors in the industry.
Michelle is a member of the PSIA, The Professional Ski Instructors of America. This association provides certifications and trainings for ski instructors. She walks us through the certification process which includes both on-snow and online components.
Being a ski instructor has been a fantastic experience for Michelle, she loves being part of the community. Michelle loves to teach women to ski and give them the confidence to get out there and keep up with their kids.
Michelle is seeing more women becoming instructors and highlights some of the benefits of women teaching women to ski.
Keep up with the latest Sugarbush Women’s Ski Programs
Sugarbush Women’s Discovery Camps
Sugarbush Lessons
Other Resources:
The Professional Ski Instructors of America
List of 2022 Women’s Ski Camps and Events
Lawson’s Finest Liquids
Mamava Breastfeeding Pods & Rooms
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah are joined by ski mom Nelly Thomas, the founder of Raising Little Rippers (www.raisinglittlerippers.com) an online community for ski/ride parents. Nelly talked to us from her family RV in Whitefish, Montana.
Nelly tells us about what led her to start Raising Little Rippers and shares some of her top tips and advice for teaching your kids to ski (and ride the lift!). It’s clear that Nelly is a wealth of knowledge for parents who are taking teaching kids to ski into their own hands. In addition to teaching her 3 boys to ski, Nelly has years of experience as a professional instructor.
We were very excited to learn about Riski Business, a new ski/ride safety eguide Nelly launched to help parents instill strong risk management skills on the slopes. It includes a wide range of topics (chairlifts, tree wells, avoiding collisions) to keep kids safe while skiing - all covered in a fun and engaging style.
Keep up with the latest from Nelly and Raising Little Rippers
Resources:
Nelly’s website and blog
Nelly’s Recommended Ski Teaching Tools
Nelly’s Guide to the Chairlift
Riski Business EGuide
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Lindsay DesLauriers, the President of Bolton Valley Resort in northern Vermont.
Lindsay tells us the history of Bolton Valley Resort, founded by her father in the 1960’s and all about what makes it such a special place to many loyal visitors.
Bolton Valley Resort is less than 30 minutes from Burlington and is one of the few resorts in Vermont to offer night skiing making it accessible for after school and after work hours. Bolton Valley hosts a variety of after school programs and is responsible for teaching thousands of young Vermonters to ski and ride.
The base of Bolton Valley is the highest base area in the Northeast, at an elevation: 2,100 feet. It’s worth the drive up to the base village where you can find a newly renovated hotel, tavern, cafe, retail shops, rental equipment, sports center and more.
Bolton Valley has a vast offering of winter activities including alpine, nordic, backcountry and night skiing making it an ideal place for a family vacation.
Outside of ski season, Bolton Valley has a fantastic mountain biking program including bike rentals, instructors, kids programs, and trails for all levels. There’s also hiking, scenic chairlift rides and disc golf!
Lindsay was probably most excited to talk about the Bolton Babe Force - a group of women coming together to meet new adventure buddies in a positive and welcoming environment. The Babe Force hosts meetups, camps, and clinics throughout the year with a focus on different extreme sports including Backcountry Skiing, Mountain Biking, Rock-climbing, and more!
Keep up with the latest from Bolton Valley
Bolton Valley homepage
Bolton Valley on Instagram
Bolton Valley on Twitter
Resources:
Bolton Babe Force
Titon Gravity Research Film featuring Bolton Valley
Mountain Biking at Bolton Valley Resort
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Mon Balon, the CEO of Plus Snow International. Plus Snow is a much needed online store that sells quality plus size snow apparel. Mon tell us how she saw a huge gap in the ski apparel market that led to making Plus Snow a reality.
Mon explains some of the challenges and opportunities for getting plus size ski gear produced by well known brands.
Mon talks to about why she’s so excited by the work being done at Plus Snow to make snow sports more accessible to athletes of all sizes.
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Plus Snow Online Store - use code SKIMOMS for 10% off!
Plus Snow Instagram
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Resources:
Plus Snow’s Shop Your Shape service which includes a measuring help video
Article: Ski Boots for Plus Size Calves
Outdoor Research Extended Sizes
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Constance Beverley, the CEO of Share Winter Foundation. Share Winter is a grantmaking organization working to improve the lives, health, and fitness of youth through winter sports.
Constance explains the Share Winter Foundation business model - and how the organization works closely with carefully selected grantees to build efficient, effective, sustainable winter sports programs and pipelines to ongoing winter sports participation.
This year alone, Share Winter will fund over 45,000 youth in programs across the country, fueling the next generation of winter sports participants and enthusiasts!
Constance started skiing at age 2 with her family in Ohio. When her dad passed away suddenly, Constance’s mom was left to raise her 3 daughters on her own - and there was not money or time for skiing. Constance got creative, she found ski area coupons in the local paper - and eavesdropped on lessons because she could not afford them.
**While Constance always loved skiing and snowboarding, a career in the snow sports industry was not seen as an option for a young woman growing up in Ohio. Constance shares her path from Wall Street lawyer to CEO of Share Winter.
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Christine Koh.
Christine is a music and brain scientist turned multimedia creative. Christine spent a decade in academia before changing career paths in favor of more flexible and independent ventures. Christine wears many hats including writer, creative director, podcaster, designer and of course ski mom!
Christine grew up in an immigrant family with almost no recreational activities (outside of playing the violin). Christine learned to ski as an adult and fell in love with it from the start.
Christine reflects on the connection between intentional parenting and skiing - and how important it is to spend time outside. Christine shares her thoughts about how the beautiful experience of free-range skiing can help reduce stress and anxiety for kids and parents alike.
Christine is looking forward to her upcoming family ski trip to Smuggler’s Notch in Vermont!
Keep up with the latest from Christine!
@drchristinekoh on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
https://www.christinekoh.com/
Resources:
Mount Snow
Smuggler’s Notch
Magic Mountain
Bromley
Share Winter Foundation
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Heather Burke, Travel Editor at FamilySkiTrips.com. She shares how to get the right gear to make the most of your time on snow.
Heather Burke learned to ski at 3, her mom says she was more natural skiing than walking! Heather grew up in the ski biz, her parents ran a ski lodge at Smugglers Notch in Vermont.
Heather and her husband Greg have raised two skiers, and have skied over 225 ski resorts around the world. Heather launched FamilySkiTrips.com in 1995 as a resource for families on where to ski, the best ski resorts, and even how to pack and dress for skiing.
Heather talks to us about how to find the right skis and boots, skis designed for women, demo days - and much more.
Resources from Heather:
Finding the right skis - post inspired by our podcast talk!
https://familyskitrips.com/finding-the-right-womens-skis/
Top Women’s Skis
https://familyskitrips.com/top-womens-skis-2021-2022
How to Pack for a Family Ski Trip
https://familyskitrips.com/familyskitrips/packing_for_ski_trips
And How to look stylish from 1st Chair to Après ski!
https://www.theluxuryvacationguide.com/look-stylish-first-tracks-to-apres-ski
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Websites: https://www.theluxuryvacationguide.com
https://familyskitrips.com
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TikTok: http://Lnk.bio/HeatherTravels2020
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Karma Bryan-Ingle, a ski mom from Ontario Canada and General Manager of Mabels Labels. Mabels Labels is the best-known brand of durable labels for families, including sport labels, household labels and seasonal items.
When the time came for Karma’s son to decide between ice hockey or skiing, he chose skiing. This decision led the family to a whole range of new adventures including ski trips to Colorado, a weekend home near a ski club and a new group of ski friends.
Karma reflects on her son’s path as a youth ski racer and how he has grown and benefited from the experience.
Karma shares some great ideas and tips for keeping all that ski gear organized. She also tell us about how she helps her son stay organized during ski racing camps.
Resources:
Snowflake Martini Apres Ski Cocktail Recipe
Combine equal parts vodka, Hpnotiq liqueur and white cranberry juice
Combine in shaker with ice to chill
Optional - rim the glass with sugar
Vail Resort
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah join you over Thanksgiving weekend from the World Cup in Killington Vermont!
The event has drawn an increasing number of spectators who converge at Killington to cheer on ski racers from around the world. The event brings millions of dollars in economic impact to the state of Vermont.
The Killington World Cup takes place over two days and includes women’s giant slalom and slalom races. Fans are always extra excited to see U.S. Alpine Ski Team superstar Mikaela Shiffrin who has won the slalom each of the last four years at Killington.
Unfortunately Saturday’s Giant Slalom race was cancelled due to high winds and poor visibility. We only got to see the first 9 racers run the course. The crowd was disappointed, but understood the decision was made for the safety of the athletes. The entertainment went on as planned and DJ Z-Trip performed before the headliner O.A.R.
Sunday was a much better day, the slalom race started at 9:45 AM with 63 races from around the world. Petra Vlhova (Slovakia) running first and winning the run by 0.20 seconds over Mikaela Shiffrin.
Of the 63 racers only the top 30 get to race the second run, and it is run in reverse order (number 30 goes first, and Petra runs 30th).
The crowd was so excited to watch the nail biting second run. There was fun music blasting, cheering and of course lots of cowbell!
The podium was Mikaela Shiffrin (1st), Petra Vlhova (2nd) and Wendy Holdener (3rd). Looking at the results gives you an idea of how close the times are in this event, the difference between first place and third place was only 0.83 seconds - and that is over 2 runs!
Another American ski racer, Paula Moltzan finished in 7th place!
An 18 year old ski racer from Sweden, Hanna Aronsson Elfman started bib 60, finished the first run in 28th place and ended in 15th place. Hanna’s second run was faster than all the other racers except Mikaela Shiffrin!
Resources:
Official Results
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host ski mom Christine Wells, a ski and fitness writer and mother of two who shares her story of learning to ski as an adult. Christine is a self proclaimed “recovering lawyer” and recreational skier living in Park City, Utah. After spending several years working as an attorney on the East Coast, she moved West in 2019 and hasn't looked back.
Although Christine grew up in Vermont, she did not start skiing seriously until her early 30’s. Christine tells us about learning to ski in Jackson Hole and the benefits and challenges of learning to ski as an adult. Christine shares how she conquered her fear of falling off the chairlift and about her first yard sale.
We get Christine’s recommendations on what to buy, borrow or rent for your first trip to the slopes.
Christine also shares her tips for getting time on the slopes with help from her husband and ski resort child care.
We hope Christine’s story inspires those who have always wanted to learn to ski to grab a friend, sign up for a ski lesson and get out there!
Resources:
Check out these Articles from Christine!
It’s Never Too Late to Start Skiing
Balancing Skiing with Endurance Sports
Yoga for Skiing
Ski Equipment & Ski Clothing Rentals:
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Rent The Runway Ski
Alta Children’s Center
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host snowboard mom Stephanie Barnhart, founder of Social Minded Media Group and mom to Max, age 9. Stephanie grew up in Aspen and skiing in Colorado, but found her true love of snowboarding back on the East Coast.
As a single mom, Stephanie addresses the unique challenges of finding the time, money and energy to plan ski adventures for her family. She started out teaching Max to snowboard - but when he just didn’t love it, she put him on skis and the rest is history. Skiing and boarding is now their favorite thing to do together. Stephanie and Max found the silver lining of covid when online school allowed them to explore new ski resorts throughout New England and upstate New York.
Stephanie shares some great tips on making family ski trips more economical such as the Indy Pass and traveling with friends to defray costs. She also shares some ways she uses social media to meet new ski/ride friends. Oh, and we might have invented a new dating app for single moms who ski and ride.
Resources:
Indy Pass: https://www.indyskipass.com
Slopes App: https://getslopes.com
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Website: https://socialmindedmediagroup.com
Blog: https://footballfoodandmotherhood.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/FootballFoodandMotherhood/
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In this episode Nicole and Sarah host Alli Widman, ski mom and Founder & CEO of Avant Ski. Alli has been an avid skier and traveler her entire life. Following years of frustration with a lack of comprehensive, reliable ski resources for recreational skiers, Alli launched Avant Ski in 2018.
We talk to Alli about a wide range of ski-related topics from the economics and perks of multi-mountain ski passes (Epic Pass, Ikon Pass, Indy Pass, Mountain Collective) to what factors to consider when picking a ski resort for your next family vacation.
Alli shares some great tips on navigating Park City - everything from ski school drop off to finding great coffee and fun apres ski spots. Avant Ski resort guides give you this type of insider access so you can experience the mountain like a local.
Resources:
Avant Ski Pass Guide: https://www.theavantski.com/post/season-pass-updates
Avant Ski Packing List: https://www.theavantski.com/post/packing-list-essential-gear
Avant Ski Resort Guides: https://www.theavantski.com/resorts
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Website: https://www.theavantski.com
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In this episode you will meet your co-hosts Nicole and Sarah as we share our paths to a lifelong love of skiing. We talk about teaching our girls to ski and why skiing as a family is so much fun. We share some of our tips about making your first trips to the slopes a success so everyone can’t wait to go back! We hope you’ll join us on the slopes and experience first hand why we say its “the closest thing we do to playing as an adult”.
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