The last of the skiing opportunities are disappearing from the slopes in Canada, the USA and Europe as summer arrives. There’s only one solution; follow the snow south! since the founding of the Argentinian Ski Federation in 1941 things have been, in true Latin American style, developing slowly but steadily. A world away from its counterparts in the Northern Hemisphere, …
‘Snow Leopard’ Apple Mac OS X
As Microsoft and Apple both launch their new operating systems this Autumn could be interesting. At least in regards to the ever present Mac or Personal Computer debate. Windows 7 is due for release on the 22nd October however Apple announced on Monday that the release date of OS X ‘Snow Leopard’ had been bought forward from early September to …
Crossing Snow and Ice on a Hiking Trip
Snow and ice are as hazardous as fast flowing water. Mountain hikers encounter snow and ice all the time, even in summer, but they’re most troublesome in late spring and early summer when they’re extremely slippery. Snow Since snow lingers in the same places every year, hiking trails generally avoid such obstacles. This doesn’t mean that hiking trails are always …
Britain Struck by A Heap of Snow
Britain is not known as one of the hottest countries, but the country itself has not really seen much snow either. That is until now, on the 1st February Britain was struck by one of the biggest snow falls it has experienced for over 20 years. Up to 1ft of snow fell in parts of the south east and the …
Give Snow Shoeing a Try
During this time of year I often find myself looking for outdoor recreational opportunities that do not involve shoveling snow. Deer season has come and gone, the last stripers have headed for points south, and most lakes and ponds in the area don’t yet have sufficient ice coverage for a safe outing. Along with the holidays and all the extra …
Being Prepared for Driving in the Snow
The great state of Utah has the greatest snow on earth, right? Great for skiing, snowboarding and all other winter sports. But with that snow comes another inevitable: driving in it. Driving in the snow can be a scary prospect, especially if you live somewhere where the snow falls much of the winter. Snow can be slick, slippery and tricky, …
Rain Water, Snow, And The Damage They Cause
In the North, you can have some winter months where the snow that falls is a really large amount. In the South, you will have a lot of rain or frozen water and ice, with most of the southern states getting a lot. In both areas, sometimes the water rates are high, and sometimes they might be low. I have …
The Future Of Snow
If I had a penny for everyone that asks for a “high altitude chalet” for their annual skiing holidays nowadays then I would be a very rich man! But how can you blame them? The British press have been bolstering their winter broad sheets with the effects of “global warming” and the dreadful snow conditions that we have been apparently …
French Alps And Skiing – Synonyms?
The words French Alps and skiing seem to be synonymous; very few think of one without the other. The word alpine is derived from the Alps themselves and alpine skiing is a draw many cannot resist. The region receives visitors from all over the world that enjoy the beauty of the mountains and the variety of ski slopes available. The …
Planning Your Ski Trip To The French Alps
The French Alps are sometimes considered to be the ultimate destination for hardcore skiers. It’s a huge industry in the region – there are many French ski resorts that you can choose from if you decide to take a vacation there. It may feel like it’s far away and inaccessible, but it is actually very easy to plan a ski …