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Summer Glacier Skiing Conditions
Glacier skiing is not just for experts. There is usually a range of ski slopes to suit all abilities at glacier ski resorts.
Jul 14, 2010
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Lisa Auer
Summer Skiing Vacation Options in July
Skiing is popular during the southern hemisphere winter in South America, Australia and New Zealand, or consider glacier skiing in Europe or North America.
Jun 19, 2010
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Lisa Auer
Heavenly Mountain Resort
Heavenly, Tahoe's largest ski resort, is especially difficult to navigate on a powder day. With a little guidance, powder enthusiasts can find fresh stashes all day long.
Mar 12, 2010
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Mary Cook
Five Money-Saving Tips for Skiing
Lift ticket prices go up every year, that's a given. But why empty the wallet on everything else when a little advanced planning can go a long way?
Feb 25, 2010
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Pamela Fehl
Ski Terms to Know
The first time on the slopes can be overwhelming, from figuring out ski clothes and gear to simply navigating to the bunny hill. Knowing some basic ski vernacular helps.
Feb 24, 2010
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Pamela Fehl
Ski Resorts Near New York City
By car or by bus, New Yorkers who opt for the Catskill Mountains can be skiing or riding the slopes in three hours or less.
Feb 23, 2010
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Pamela Fehl
Skiing Advice For Beginners
Skiing is a rewarding, challenging sport combining great scenery and excellent exercise for an unrivaled experience. For novice skiers, there's much they should know.
Feb 19, 2010
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Jesse Pohlman
How to Dress for Skiing
One of the keys to enjoying any sport is wearing the right clothes. Have an optimum day on the ski slopes by dressing properly for the weather.
Feb 14, 2010
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Pamela Fehl
Picking the Perfect Pair of Skiing Goggles
When skiing or snowboarding, its important to keep your body shielded against the elements. Goggles are a vital asset in protecting yourself from the harsh environment.
Feb 13, 2010
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Jesse Pohlman
Best Ski Resorts in Southwest Colorado
Skiing is one of America's favorite vacations. Here are four destinations in Colorado and New Mexico that are sure to keep snow lovers coming back for more.
Feb 11, 2010
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Brandon Mathis
How to Learn to Ski Moguls
Ski areas with mogul slopes look scary to beginning or intermediate skiers. Some downhill ski techniques and short, shaped skis help with the basics of skiing the bumps.
Feb 4, 2010
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Karen Berger
From Snowplow to Parallel Turns on Downhill Skis
Downhill skiers learn to turn and control speed by learning a series of skills starting with the snowplow turn, then the more advanced stem Christie and parallel turns.
Jan 29, 2010
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Karen Berger
Ski Safety and Helmets for Safe Winter Vacations
Skiing is as safe as any sport if basic safety rules are followed and if equipment is properly fitted. New boots, poles, and the advent of helmets have minimized injury.
Jan 12, 2010
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Stillman Rogers
Independent Ski Holidays in the French Alps
How to plan an independent ski trip to the French Alps. Driving or taking a budget airline can provide significant cost benefit for the family skiing holiday.
Jan 8, 2010
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Jane Hodgson
Cheap Ski Vacations in the Midwest U.S.A.
The majestic view of the Mississippi River is a highlight of a ski vacation at Chestnut Mountain Resort, on the Iowa/Illinois border in Galena, just 3 hours from Chicago.
Dec 29, 2009
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Diana Lambdin Meyer
Learning to Fall and Get Up for Beginning Skiers
The most inevitable thing about a new skier's first day is that falling and getting up will be part of the process. Here's how to manage this fundamental skiing skill.
Dec 29, 2009
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Karen Berger
The Snowplow Stop and Turn for Beginning Skiers
The snowplow stop is the basic starting technique for downhill skiers. It gives skiers immediate control of speed and direction and is the basis for advanced ski turns.
Dec 29, 2009
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Karen Berger
Preparing and Outfitting Children for Ski Trips
A family ski vacation can be an annual highlight. Children need to be well prepared and equipped with functional gear and comfortable warm ski clothing.
Dec 29, 2009
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Karen Berger
How to Find Good Deals on Used or New Ski Gear
Deals on new and used ski equipment appropriate for beginning skiers can be found at off-season sales, summer garage sales, at ski rental ships, and at ski clubs swaps.
Dec 29, 2009
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Karen Berger
Buying Versus Renting Ski Gear
Ski gear is expensive, but that needn't stop a beginning skier. Advanced skiers will ultimately want to buy gear, but beginning skiers can learn on rented ski equipment.
Dec 29, 2009
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Karen Berger
