DVD Report: This week's new releases (Nov. 15) Nov 15, 2009
Robert Redford makes an early display of his affinity for indie-minded projects - not to mention skiing - with director Michael Ritchie s portrait of a self-absorbed, adrenaline-addicted Olympic hopeful. The alpine action footage is spectacular, filled with skier POV shots that approach IMAX s queasy rush, and brisk edits that could pass for contemporary. (Boston Globe)
Gearing up for downhill thrills Nov 15, 2009
The new ultra-grip rubber soles keep you from slipping when you re walking around the village and they absorb shock when you re skiing ... At the same time, the unit records your skiing or snowboarding statistics for the day, including current, maximum, and average speed; overall and skied distance; and current altitude and overall vertical ascent and descent. (Boston Globe)
20 ways to keep winter enthusiasts busy - and happy Nov 15, 2009
Descend the Wildcat Valley Trail This challenging, scenic trail in New Hampshire drops 3,245 feet over about 11 miles from the summit of Wildcat Mountain to Jackson Village, where cross-country skiing s popularity will make you think you traversed all the way to northern Europe ... Ride the Cat at Sugarbush Heli-skiing hasn t exactly caught on in New England, for obvious reasons ... At the very least, consider it practice for your summer water skiing attempts. (Boston Globe)
Outdoors Notebook Nov 14, 2009
Proceeds from the sale of tickets to the movie benefit local youth participation in skiing and snowboarding ... All moviegoers receive one complimentary mid-week voucher to Bear Valley, one mid-week trail pass at Bear Valley Cross Country, and a year s subscription to Skiing magazine. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Aliens out, New Mexico touts enchantment Nov 14, 2009
That can include skiing and hiking or taking in cultural experiences. The campaign will include two television spots and initially focus on regional drive markets. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Taking the kids to Yosemite National Park Nov 13, 2009
(There's a lot to do in winter too tubing, ice skating snowshoeing with a Ranger, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding. We're thoroughly psyched after watching the Yosemite episodes of Ken Burns' new six-part series "", which chronicles naturalist John Muirs' efforts to keep Yosemite intact. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Wheelchair puts spin on 'Brothers' actor's career Nov 12, 2009
The skiing accident that left Fisher a quadriplegic was less than three years ago. If not for his twin daughters, who visit every other weekend, the former mountain bike racer would have little worth living for. (Fresno Bee)
Winter Holiday Spa Getaways Nov 12, 2009
While there are no ski slopes in the immediate area, skiing is available 2 hours away at Monarch, Breckenridge, or Copper Mountain. Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Boston, Massachusetts. (Suite101.com)
Hotel kids programs Nov 12, 2009
From skiing in Vancouver to snorkeling in Florida, fun offerings for every kid. Courtesy of the Whistler Blackcomb Ski ResortThe Fairmont offers weeklong kids camps throughout the ski season at three mountain faces, but the only one you need to know about is the one at Blackcomb Base, since its just a two-minute walk from the resort. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Albert Feldbin (7) Nov 12, 2009
Mr. Feldbin enjoyed outdoor activities including skiing, hiking, canoeing and camping and spent summers at his camp in Pottersville. He was a member of the 43rd Bomb Group Association and the Greene County Historical Society. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
• Q & A with Juneau Icefield veteran Scott McGee Nov 12, 2009
The skiing McGee and his crew do on the Icefield is usually fairly boring ... They've been hiking or climbing, but skiing 80 miles across an icefield is pretty new to most students ... The last couple years, at the beginning of the summer I've done what we call the "reverse traverse," skiing from Atlin to Juneau at the beginning of JIRP, then doing the trip back across the icefield to Atlin with the program. (Juneau Empire)
Rivals.com experts: Best, most puzzling hires Nov 11, 2009
com College Basketball - Rivals. com experts: Best, most puzzling hires. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Family adventures at Yosemite Nov 11, 2009
There's a lot to do in winter too -- tubing, ice skating snowshoeing with a Ranger, cross-country and downhill skiing and snowboarding. We're thoroughly psyched after watching the Yosemite episodes of Ken Burns' new six-part series "The National Parks: Americas Best Idea" (), which chronicles naturalist John Muirs' efforts to keep Yosemite intact. (CNN -- Travel)
Bear Valley gears up for winter ski season Nov 10, 2009
Paul Peterson of Bear Valley Cross Country addresses a crowd at Ironstone Vineyards about how cross country skiing can compete with downhill and what improvements are coming to that portion of the mountain community ... What we find from our guests is that if we give them the right experience, they'll come back skiing one day, wine tasting the next. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
HOLLISTON PTSA: Notes for November Nov 9, 2009
Please consider joining for an evening or two and perhaps enjoy an evening of skiing or riding. There will be more information on this in the registration forms. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Western ski resorts hope for earlier openings Nov 8, 2009
The Aspen Skiing Co. e-mailed a photo of a smiling employee standing in thigh-deep snow ... After investing more than $130 million since 2003 on its four mountains -- Aspen, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk and Snowmass -- the Aspen Skiing Co. spent almost $8 million more this year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Tahoe skiing: All about deals Nov 8, 2009
Tahoe skiing: All about the deals. Article:Tahoe skiing: All about the deals:/c/a/2009/11/06/TR4F1ACNV4 ... DTL Article:Tahoe skiing: All about the deals:/c/a/2009/11/06/TR4F1ACNV4. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Biggest stunners: Upsets in Alaska sports history Nov 8, 2009
A couple weeks later, the magazine's cover heralded Moe as a "Golden Boy" and showed him skiing to the gold medal in the downhill, the most glamorous men's event at the Winter Games. The fabled SI jinx had no impact on the laid-back skier from Girdwood (by way of Palmer). (Anchorage Daily News)
Pennsylvania: Unexpected start in playoffs Nov 8, 2009
com - McKeesport, Upper St. Clair fall. College Sports: Rivals. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Barrow dentist wins national award Nov 8, 2009
For Amanda Gaynor Ashley of Barrow, skiing to work in polar bear country with. 44 Magnum strapped to her hip was a bit of a departure from her East Coast upbringing. (Anchorage Daily News)
Business Profile: Artist found his niche, held on tight Nov 7, 2009
He was a real showman on water skis, but it was his enormous interest in downhill skiing that lured him to California. Voisard took a job as a ski instructor and trekked west to begin the new adventure. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
ECONOMIC APPEAL: Non-traditional sports peak regional interest Nov 6, 2009
Only three states offer titles in disabled sports: Illinois, which has wheelchair basketball; Wisconsin, which will offer a state wheelchair event in track and field; and Minnesota, which has state titles in five adaptive sports, bowling, floor hockey, Alpine skiing, soccer and softball. . (USA Today -- Sports)
Winter Trails celebrates 15th year with freebies Nov 6, 2009
- Winter Trails will celebrate its 15th year Jan. 9 at locations throughout the U.S. with free snowshoeing and cross-country skiing ... Winter Trails is part of "Learn a Snow Sport Month," set for the entire month of January to raise awareness of skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Hit the gym before you hit the slopes Nov 5, 2009
By the end of the day, walking to the car causes screams of protest from hamstrings, upper legs and thighs, and you wonder, was skiing this hard last year ... Skiing and snowboarding are intense aerobic and anaerobic activities, which can burn about 375 calories an hour, depending how vigorously you attack the mountain ... Fitness experts and ski instructors say skiers can greatly ease their transition into skiing, and have a much better season, with an exercise routine. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fishing, hunting help injured veterans heal Nov 5, 2009
Rafting, fishing, hiking and skiing provide exercise, fresh air, weight control and other benefits, he says. "It's health care outside of the hospital.". (USA Today -- News)
Talkeetna woman named PE teacher of year Nov 4, 2009
She was honored Oct. 24 as the Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Alaska Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance in part for teaching students the importance of moving every day, but also because she has helped start activities in her community, such as cross-country skiing with the Denali Junior Nordic Ski Club and the Green Light Circus, a community-based circus group ... Nordic skiing, having a ski club, being able to hike and appreciate what's around you... (Anchorage Daily News)
Lloyd Bruins Nov 4, 2009
He loved fishing, water skiing and wandering the shoreline of McKenzie Bay. He spent many hours stalking wildlife both with a gun and bow and arrow. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Travel briefs Nov 4, 2009
The resort also offers night skiing, which is included with the lift ticket, on day of arrival with airline boarding pass ... (AP) Winter Trails will celebrate its 15th year Jan. 9 at locations throughout the U.S. with free snowshoeing and cross-country skiing ... Winter Trails is part of "Learn a Snow Sport Month," set for the entire month of January to raise awareness of skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
High-definition equals high sales for wearable video camera Nov 4, 2009
Gregg Stansbury, who runs a Seattle construction company, bought the Contour for skiing, and has since advanced to motorcycle and dirt-bike riding. "I'd tried hand-holding a camera to get video of my (son) skiing, but it's pretty tough," he says. (USA Today -- Tech)
Outdoors hot line Nov 3, 2009
Teach skiing, snowboarding ... Backcountry skiing and randonee ... WHAT: Join REI for this introductory clinic on the basic gear needed for backcountry alpine and randonee skiing. (Anchorage Daily News)
National Native American Awareness Month Joe Kahklen Nov 3, 2009
Hobbies: Fishing and skiing. Quote: "My dad is from Kake, mom from Klawock. We practiced subsistence within the villages. Being able to trace the ancestors back four or five generations, I'm proud of our history. Tlingit people were sophisticated. ... I hope that we can continue to pass our traditions to our children and grandchildren.". (Juneau Empire)
Family travel five: Resorts offer snowballs, tubing and other family fun Nov 3, 2009
By the end of the day, walking to the car causes screams of protest from hamstrings, upper legs and thighs, and you wonder, was skiing this hard last year ... When John David Fischer retired in 2000 following 31 years as an English teacher and baseball coach in Visalia, he started going downhill skiing regularly for the first time in decades ... Kids will love the terrain parks and the opportunity to test new skills during night skiing events. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Green is gold for UAA volleyball coach Nov 1, 2009
"Seeing that he was able to recruit up here, that it was do-able, that was very important to me," said Green, who added that he loves the skiing, mountain biking and hiking opportunities in Anchorage. "The resources were there, the success wasn't, but it seemed like a good place for me to come turn around. ". (Anchorage Daily News)
• Black Bear chair now ready to roll Oct 31, 2009
"It's actually easier to get to the west ridge from the Black Bear chair than it is from the Ptarmigan chairlift, and that's where people go on nice days for some world-class bowl skiing," he said. "It (the Black Bear chairlift) doesn't technically open any new terrain, it just makes existing terrain much easier to get to.". (Juneau Empire)
Lloyd Christensen Oct 31, 2009
His interests included boating, water skiing, bicycling, hiking and ballroom dancing. Living family members include two daughters, Linda (Terry) Parsons of Charles City and Janet (William) Kendall-Post of Waterloo; four grandchildren: Matthew (Sara) Parsons, Mark (Angie) Parsons, Bradley (Kim) Kendall and Elizabeth (Phillip) Richards; four great-grandchildren: Anastasia, Angelica, Dylan and Kylie Parsons; and a brother, Monte Christensen of Jacksonville, Fla. (Charles City Press, IO)
* Octogenarian Swede to finish or die in ski race Oct 31, 2009
Almost 50,000 athletes are expected to take part in the longest cross-country skiing race in the world on March 7 in Mora, Sweden ... The rules dictate that competitors use the classical style of cross-country skiing ... If you dont have much experience in cross-country skiing, your best bet is to begin with the Halvvasan 45km race, which is a more relaxed event and less competitive than the other races. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Winter is Packed With Events and Packages in Breckenridge, CO Oct 31, 2009
Book three nights of lodging and three days of adult lift tickets and receive an additional night of lodging and an additional day of adult skiing free ... Watch freeskiing and snowboarding's finest pros compete in the second annual Winter Dew Tour, Dec. 18-20, 2009 ... Enjoy spring skiing, live concerts, Massive Brewfest, comedy nights on-mountain competitions and more at Spring Massive, April 1-18, 2010. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Golf Course Review - The Homestead (cascades/old Courses) Oct 30, 2009
Remember, The Homestead is a year-round resort, so let's not forget skiing, snowboarding, skating, tubing and snowmobiles. In fact, it was The Homestead which brought skiing to the southern region in 1959. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Beyond summits and sea sand Oct 29, 2009
Onwards through to the peak, and a seldom seen angle of Ben Macdhui on which Tiffindell, South Africa's skiing centre, is built. This was the first summit of the Eastern Cape's trails; three more, a forest and some sea sand were still to be conquered. (iAfrica.com)
• Wild Observations: End of summer thoughts Oct 29, 2009
We can go hunting for a while, then watch the snow accumulate for some great cross-country skiing. It doesn't have to be summer to love living in Alaska. (Juneau Empire)
Camping for Dummies II: Things I did wrong! Oct 28, 2009
Nice for skiing a bit of a bear to dig out of. He was very grateful for his air mattress, but he swears he has never been so cold. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Val Bialas operator to be chosen soon Oct 28, 2009
Instead, operations will include skiing and free sledding on the former tubing hill. Roefaro also said an ice skating rink may be installed somewhere at the site. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Daredevil student plunges to his death Oct 26, 2009
The young adventurer from Cairns, whose hobbies included cliff diving, fishing, water skiing, scuba diving, hiking and travelling lived by the motto "work hard and play harder". He had also climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, his father said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Team effort: Details presented on marketing campaign Oct 22, 2009
More than 30 Big Sky businessmen and women attended the community forum last Thursday on the Biggest Skiing in America campaign ... Advertisements are planned for the following magazines: Ski, Skiing, Forbes Life, National Geographics Travel and Adventure as well as Deltas in-flight publication ... But now, he said, by working together Big Sky can collectively have the biggest skiing in America, a feature that no one else can claim. (Big Sky Lone Peak Lookout, MT)
Wyo. canine climber is summit hound Oct 20, 2009
But age has not dampened Wisters enthusiasm for adventures in the Wind River Mountains, nor skiing deep powder on Teton Pass. He is patient if he has to wait, finding a spot in the shade, always within view and quickly digging a small bed to rest. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
4,000 miles, no motors Oct 20, 2009
Skiing around the channel would take us at least four days and bring us back along roads and roaring highway-parallel trails that we were willing to do almost anything to avoid. Paddling across would take only two hours in open water. (Anchorage Daily News)
Which state has the best college basketball? Oct 19, 2009
com College Basketball - Which state has the best college basketball. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
See you on the slopes Oct 18, 2009
This was great way to check out a whole new range of cleared surfaces that will be open for skiing this coming year. The biggest and most exciting news is the long-awaited third chairlift. (Juneau Empire)
Here’s something to chew on Oct 17, 2009
With money tight and other projects needing attention, the town could not afford to spend on the heavy equipment, fuel, and labor required to clean up and maintain the meadow, a popular destination for hiking, bird-watching, and cross-country skiing. But the goats might clean as much as a half-acre every three days, for free. (Boston Globe)
An adventurer's journal: Theres even a latrine with a seat Oct 17, 2009
Stauffer will participate in a 55-mile mountain bike ride in Oceana County on Sunday, wrapping up this years cycling season before he begins training for cross-country skiing this winter. No comments posted. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
'Modern Warfare 2' adds new way to shoot 'em up Oct 17, 2009
"Some might be snowmobile races, where it's you and a friend downhill skiing trying to get more time. Some might be elimination where you have X amount of guys in a map and you have to go choose your own adventure of how you kill them. We also have things like get from Point A to Point B and survive.". Unlike the deep multiplayer mode, players won't be able to intricately customize their soldier. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Botswana: Primary Works to Start At Letsibogo Tourism Project Oct 17, 2009
" According to SPEDU, the potential for tourism and leisure development at Letsibogo Dam includes activities and facilities such as a sailing club, a day visitor centre and zone, wildlife conservation, a rest camp, a lodge, camping areas, boat links and barge trips. Local entrepreneurs could tap into opportunities such as operating refreshment or souvenir sales activities and guide services.Other tourism opportunities at Letsibogo involve adventure activities such as water skiing and... (allAfrica.com)
Story » Oct 17, 2009
"Like wildlife officers, the gender of some outdoor guides is changing, too. If you think the typical North Country guide is still a big, burly guy with a beard wearing a plaid shirt, think again. It may instead be a competent young woman.Such is the case with Jessie Hadley, owner and operator of , headquartered in Hessel, Mich. Hadley has been guiding for eight years in the Les Cheneaux Islands area, offering her clients kayaking, biking, hiking, birding, skiing, dog sledding, and snowshoeing... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Kincaid to host Nordic nationals Oct 16, 2009
On Thursday, USSA announced the national championships in cross-country skiing that precede selecting the U.S. Olympic Cross Country Team will begin the day after New Year's at Kincaid Park ... Until last year, Anchorage hadn't hosted cross-country skiing's national championships since 1994. (Anchorage Daily News)
A student of bicycles Oct 15, 2009
Southeast Idaho is also in the perfect proximity for his other hobbies that include skiing and hiking. During the summer, Thomas worked about 32 hours per week at the store, but since classes started, he spends about 10 hours per week at Scott's. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
High schools: Alaska championship on the line Oct 15, 2009
Rivals High - Game of the Week: Alaska championship on the line. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
And the new Bachelor is ... Jake Oct 15, 2009
As for possible date suggestions, He likes scuba diving and snow skiing, dad Jim says. Adds Jake, I fly on the weekends, play golf, go to a movie, but Im not a couch potato. (MSNBC -- News)
Unpredictable Oct 14, 2009
One of my best guy friends and I had plenty of weekend adventures on a whim (white water rafting, roller blading in Golden Gate park, skiing in Tahoe) and he never skimped on his obligations. He just logged a lot of miles in his old hatchback. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Free Scott Balsai Performance Oct 14, 2009
"Each piece," he says, "reflects a sliver of my life, but taken together, they can be seen as musical diary of 'tone poems' which reflect my life as a whole." The compositions carry the listener from Balsai's home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to his hiking the Appalachian Trail, to his moving across the country and his living, teaching, skiing, fishing and hiking in Idaho. Scott has recorded two CDs of "Acoustic Reflections" which as Taylor Guitars says, "...ring with sparkling... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Women find inspiration at Tufts 10K Oct 13, 2009
Poff said the race was his wife s first since a major skiing accident last winter at Breckenridge Mountain in Colorado that left her on crutches for months. Poff said his wife s recovery through rehabilitation was miraculous as she worked full time, volunteered at her church, and made time for her four adult children. (Boston Globe)
Accessing public stewardship lands Oct 11, 2009
Lands acquired either entirely or in part through stewardship funds are required to be open to the public for five prescribed nature-based activities: hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking and cross country skiing. The legislature mandated exceptions to this requirement if it is necessary to prohibit one or more of the activities to protect public safety, protect unique plants and animal communities or to accommodate use patterns on the property. (Forest Republican, WI)
A place to call home Oct 11, 2009
"We got to do some skiing and sledding and my husband got to go hunting for deer, elk, bear and antelope.". Not only did the Foxes enjoy the sights, but they also appreciated the amenities Gillette had to offer residents, including the many activities for kids and families. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Review: 'Couples Retreat' Vacation Nightmare Oct 10, 2009
When they arrive on the island, the boys' dreams of jet skiing and the girls' dreams of sunning and spa treatments (stereotypical suburbanites. you betcha), are dashed when they learn that the 6 a.m. morning routine is yoga, fresh fruit, and marriage counseling. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Peak 2 Peak underway Oct 9, 2009
The summer program includes water skiing, kayaking, sailing, fishing and off-roading. Twenty-two cyclists and 18 support volunteers made the five-day trek this year. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Meet Lake Hindmarsh, back from the dead Oct 9, 2009
The Hindmarsh water-skiing club is no longer an exercise in irony, and members held talks this week about winning a council permit to ski the river in coming weeks. The lake, once a thriving watersports and tourism destination, won't be navigable any time soon, but ski club member Brad Schumann said skiing upstream from the weir might be possible. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
