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Earlier this month, Aspen Skiing Company announced it was opening Aspen Mountain and the Snowmass Ski Area to lift-served skiing five days early on Nov. 23, 2024. Many Roaring Fork Valley locals were skiing on the mountain over the weekend.
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Petersen’s latest film screens at The Arts Campus at Willits on Wednesday. It’s focused on Petersen’s experience in the Leadville 100 trail run — a metaphor for Petersen’s journey as he shares stories about mental health.
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The talk at Rifle’s Ute Theater features journalist, alpinist and climbing historian Christian Beckwith. He’s the host of the “Ninety-Pound Rucksack” podcast, which offers an in-depth look at the history of the 10th Mountain Division.
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Over 200 miles, up and down three mountain passes, all in one day — on a bike.
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As summer comes to a close, we take a look back at a summer kids camp in Bondurant. Campers learn about fly-fishing, moving hay, riding horses – but more than that, a sense of community, teamwork and appreciation for the outdoors. It's part of Wyoming’s vision for training the next generation of outdoor leaders and conservationists.
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Registration sells out in less than a day for one of the most scenic trail races in the country. But some people who offer to transfer their spot never registered in the first place.
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The official announcement put an end to speculation that the competition might move elsewhere in 2025. It will be joined by two other high-caliber competitions on Buttermilk’s calendar this winter.
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Some senators want the National Park and Forest services to reconsider plans restricting the use of fixed anchors for rock climbing.
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The lift was known for its comfy seats and long ride time — 13 minutes to ascend the upper third of Aspen Mountain. With the new, high-speed Hero’s chairlift serving much of the same terrain, SkiCo has decided to sell Gent’s Ridge to a family-owned resort in Montana.
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New data shows that the number of rangers patrolling U.S. national parks is at its lowest level this century. This comes at a time when park visitation is rising and so are search-and-rescue calls.
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The long-distance race is part of a trio of endurance events produced by Aspen Snowmass. Some athletes are seeking a triple crown, having already completed the Power of Four ski mountaineering and ultramarathon races earlier this year.
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The adaptive sports initiative, part of the High Fives Foundation, features high-octane off-road adventures and mellower outdoor activities like fly fishing.