Alpine Classics Davos & Kitzbühel Starting 25-26 Seasons This Weekend
Classic ski resorts Kitzbühel in the Austrian Tirol and Davos Klosters in the Swiss alps have announced they’re starting their 25-26 seasons this weekend.
Patrick Thorne
Canada’s 25-26 Season Starts Early - Today
Banff Sunshine Village officially opened for the 2025–26 ski season today, Sunday 2nd November, becoming the first resort in Canada to launch winter operations.
“Preserve Val d’Isère”
Val d’Isère has unveiled its latest environmental initiative, the “Preserve Val d’Isère” campaign, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable mountain tourism and aiming to become a zero-litter, low-impact destination by 2030.
Verbier Opening 4 Weeks Early After Heavy Snowfall
After over 40cm (16") of snowfall over the past few days, Téléverbier and Verbier Tourism have announced the opening of several lifts and slopes from this Saturday, November 1st, four weeks ahead of schedule.
North America’s 25-26 Ski Season Underway
Colorado’s Keystone Resort has claimed the title of first ski resort to open in North America, doing so at 3pm on Saturday in order to be the first.
Big Pre-Season Snowfall In The Alps
The Alps are in the midst of a multi-day snowstorm which has so far deposited up to 25cm (10”) of snow on higher slopes, and forecast models suggest some high slopes may see more than double that by Monday.
World Record Setting 'Ski In Jeans Day' Back
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has announced that it will host its third annual “Ski in Jeans Day”, as part of a long list of December events that also includes discounted tickets for the Resort’s 60th Anniversary.
New Lift Accessing USA’s Biggest Vert
For this winter the capacity on the route of the former Cirque platter lift at Snowmass, which opens up the biggest lift-served vertical in the US, is set to double, as it transforms to a T-bar.
The Need to Tackle Racism in Outdoor Spaces
New research from Opening Up The Outdoors has found that for many people of colour, racism and discrimination continues to be a daily reality, even in outdoor spaces that should provide freedom, health, and belonging.
Freeride World Tour Unveils 2026 Calendar with Alaska Return
The FIS Freeride World Tour (FWT) sponsored by Peak Performance has announced its 2026 calendar, revealing a six-stop series that blends iconic freeride destinations with fresh competitive formats.
Aussie Resorts Conclude one of Best Seasons This Century
The final ski areas still operating in Australia have ended their 2025 seasons today with some of the stats the best “in at least 20 years”.
Italy Makes Helmet Use Compulsory On Slopes
Skiers and snowboarders heading to Italy this winter are being urged to check new safety rules that could result in hefty fines and ski pass suspensions if not adhered to.