Skiing the Road Less Traveled: An Incredible Week in Kashmir Resting my eyes on the horizon, they settled upon Nanga Parbat of Pakistan, the ninth tallest peak in the world. My breath is drawn from my body as I feel the mountain’s immense presence; this was a spiritual experience. Our connection broke as my guide spoke into his radio, letting our group below know I was about to drop. 1… […] Trip Report Algird Zalpys | February 12, 2025 1 Comment
5 States With Winter Storm Warnings on Election Day The pre-ski season butterflies flutter as the winter storm warnings cycle the news stations. While this feeling may help us ski junkies get through election day, for many people, it will be what stands between them and their right to vote. The National Weather Service (NWS) is issuing winter storm warnings in five western states: Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Washington, and Alaska. […] Algird Zalpys | November 5, 2024 0 Comments
Hometown Mountain Shoutout: Fear, Friends, and Freedom at Stevens Pass, WA In the North Cascades, Stevens Pass hides in the shadow of Washington State’s more distinguished resorts, Crystal Mountain and Mount Baker. Like any little brother, he is often overlooked entirely. However, Stevens still boasts an average of 460 inches of snowfall a year and an impressive, for a local mountain, 1,125 acres of skiable terrain. While the 13 lifts only […] Algird Zalpys | November 4, 2024 0 Comments
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