--SnowBrains is reporting that, "An avalanche near Harts Pass, Washington, killed a snowmobiler and injured another yesterday, Friday, February 28, reports the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC). The incident occurred northwest of Mazama, where three snowmobilers triggered a large slab avalanche." To read more, click here.
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--We were worried that the climbing media wouldn't pick up the astounding new route on the West Face of Sloan Peak. But they did! You can read about it here.
--SGB Media is reporting that, "Amer Sports is reporting that its Arc’teryx technical outdoor brand achieved over $2 billion of sales in 2024, and delivered another great result in the fourth quarter of the year, again leading growth for the parent of Arc’teryx, Salomon and Wilson Sports. Company CEO James Zheng told analysts and investors on the company’s Q4 conference call that strong growth at Arc’teryx came across all regions, channels, and categories — especially in footwear and women’s, which grew faster than the brand overall." To read more, click here.
Sierra:
--The Reno Gazette Journal is reporting that, "Palisades Tahoe confirmed Monday that an investigation has been launched after a young skier and a snowmobile collided last weekend at the resort. The child, a member of the Mighty Mites ski team for ages 5 to 9, collided with the snowmobile around noon Saturday, sustaining a lower-body injury, according to Palisades." To read more, click here.
Desert Southwest:
--3 News is reporting that, "Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Search and Rescue (SAR) personnel conducted a successful rescue operation on Magic Mountain's ridge line after a boulder accident left a climber with a minor crush injury. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2025 as two climbers were descending the ridge line after completing the Honeycomb Chimney climbing route. A boulder came loose, injuring one climber's leg." To read more, click here.
Colorado and Utah:
--SnowBrains is reporting that, "The body of Connor Gill, a 26-year-old snowboarder from the Denver area, was found on Vail Mountain on February 28, ending a two-week search effort. Gill had been missing since February 14, when he was last seen boarding the Avanti Express chairlift around 9 a.m." To read more, click here.
--Gear Junkie is reporting that, "Luck comes in many forms, but for a father and son hiking in Utah’s Snow Canyon on February 17, it came in the form of an abandoned backpack. Stuck overnight high up on a canyon ledge, Julian Hernandez and his 12-year-old son would have had a different outcome had it not been for someone else’s misfortune, said Sergeant Jacob Paul with Washington County Search and Rescue." To read more, click here.
Notes from All Over:
--Boston.com is reporting that, "A skier in the White Mountains in New Hampshire survived an avalanche on Wednesday after being buried under the snow, officials said. The skier triggered the avalanche in the Presidential Range on Feb. 26 and was 'caught, carried and critically buried' under the snow, the Mount Washington Avalanche Center said in a statement." To read more, click here.
--The owner of Tyrol Basin Ski Resort in Wisconsin has been arrested for disorderly conduct and the physical abuse of a child. It's really hard to understand what actually happened in this story.
--Outdoor Sportswire is reporting that, "Sun Valley Resort is proud to announce that it has been officially recognized as a Whitebark Pine Friendly Ski Area by the Whitebark Pine Ecosystem Foundation (WPEF). This prestigious certification highlights the resort’s ongoing commitment to conservation, environmental stewardship, and public education about the importance of the threatened whitebark pine tree and its critical role in high-elevation ecosystems." To read more, click here.
--The Seattle Times is reporting that, "Washington’s state parks and other natural sites may soon become more expensive to visit as lawmakers are looking to increase the price of the Discover Pass. The pass allows visitors to access state-managed lands, such as parks, campgrounds, trails and water access points. Federal lands, including national parks, are subject to different access fees. Currently, an annual Discover Pass costs $30 and can be used in up to two vehicles. A day-use state parks permit is $10. Senate Bill 5390 proposes to increase the annual Discover Pass fee to $45. It would be the first price increase since the pass was introduced about 14 years ago. The way the bill is written, the increase would take effect in late July." To read more, click here.
Sierra:
--The Reno Gazette Journal is reporting that, "Palisades Tahoe confirmed Monday that an investigation has been launched after a young skier and a snowmobile collided last weekend at the resort. The child, a member of the Mighty Mites ski team for ages 5 to 9, collided with the snowmobile around noon Saturday, sustaining a lower-body injury, according to Palisades." To read more, click here.
Desert Southwest:
--3 News is reporting that, "Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Search and Rescue (SAR) personnel conducted a successful rescue operation on Magic Mountain's ridge line after a boulder accident left a climber with a minor crush injury. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2025 as two climbers were descending the ridge line after completing the Honeycomb Chimney climbing route. A boulder came loose, injuring one climber's leg." To read more, click here.
Colorado and Utah:
--SnowBrains is reporting that, "The body of Connor Gill, a 26-year-old snowboarder from the Denver area, was found on Vail Mountain on February 28, ending a two-week search effort. Gill had been missing since February 14, when he was last seen boarding the Avanti Express chairlift around 9 a.m." To read more, click here.
--Gear Junkie is reporting that, "Luck comes in many forms, but for a father and son hiking in Utah’s Snow Canyon on February 17, it came in the form of an abandoned backpack. Stuck overnight high up on a canyon ledge, Julian Hernandez and his 12-year-old son would have had a different outcome had it not been for someone else’s misfortune, said Sergeant Jacob Paul with Washington County Search and Rescue." To read more, click here.
--It appears that someone has been messing with the classic aid route Touchstone in Zion. Read about it, here.
Notes from All Over:
--Boston.com is reporting that, "A skier in the White Mountains in New Hampshire survived an avalanche on Wednesday after being buried under the snow, officials said. The skier triggered the avalanche in the Presidential Range on Feb. 26 and was 'caught, carried and critically buried' under the snow, the Mount Washington Avalanche Center said in a statement." To read more, click here.
--The owner of Tyrol Basin Ski Resort in Wisconsin has been arrested for disorderly conduct and the physical abuse of a child. It's really hard to understand what actually happened in this story.
--SnowBrains is reporting that, "Three people survived a plane crash near the summit of Vermont’s Mount Equinox early Wednesday after deep snow cushioned the impact, officials with the Manchester Fire Department report. The Piper PA-28, which departed from Martin State Airport in Maryland, crashed around 3:50 a.m. at an elevation of 3,200 feet." To read more, click here.
--Outside magazine did an excellent job of covering the recent protests in the National Parks. They included some of the best signs they saw. See the article here.
--VT Digger and many others are reporting that, "In the wake of Vice President JD Vance’s ski trip to Sugarbush resort this weekend, the Mad River Valley was transformed into a hotbed of protests against the administration of President Donald Trump. In the largest planned demonstration Saturday morning, Vermonters and visitors stood along a stretch of Main Street by the Mad River Green in Waitsfield toting protest signs and flags that expressed concerns ranging from the state of democracy to climate change to LGBTQ+ rights." To read more, click here.
--Currently the best report on how many rangers each National Park is losing comes to us from Outside Magazine. See their article here.
--A wide array of National Parks visitor centers are slated to be closed by the Trump Administration. Read more.
--It's grants season for the American Alpine Club. Learn more, here.
--Please note that the Black Diamond Vision Harness has been recalled. Learn more.
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