5 Lost Texan Children Saved From 12,352′ Colorado Mountain Following Challenging 25-Hour Rescue Mission

The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Division’s volunteer Search and Rescue (SAR) team, with the assistance of state and local partners, successfully rescued six hikers—including five juveniles—from Greenhorn Mountain, Colorado, on Sunday, June 1, following a challenging 25-hour search in steep and heavily wooded terrain. All hikers were found safe and, though exhausted, were uninjured. One SAR team member […]
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12,183′ Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park, CO, is Open for the Summer

Trail Ridge Road, CO. | Photo: RMNP NPS

Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado, opened for the season on May 30. Due to melting snow on the road and the potential for freezing temperatures, visitors should be prepared for icy conditions. At this time, nightly closures will not be implemented. However, because weather conditions may change rapidly at higher elevations, park visitors should be prepared […]
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Closure of 103 Year Old Failing Bridge Cuts Off Access to Mount Rainier, WA

Visitors to Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, will have one less entrance to choose from for the foreseeable future. On April 14, 2025, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) permanently closed the Carbon River Fairfax Bridge located on State Route 165. The 494 foot bridge, first opened in 1921, has been closed following a recent inspection because of concerns […]
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Skiers Take on Copper Mountain, CO, Over 9% ‘Resort Surcharge’ in Class Action Lawsuit

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If you’ve bought food at a ski resort recently and thought, “This should be illegal,” you’re not alone. A class action lawsuit has been filed against Copper Mountain, Colorado, and the resort operator, POWDR, by Gary Chaney and other Copper Mountain visitors for allegedly engaging in deceptive pricing practices. The lawsuit claims that not including the resort surcharge of 9% […]
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Why Palisades Tahoe, CA, Is the Ultimate Summer Playground for Families and Adventurers

Summer is officially on at Palisades Tahoe, California, and the mountain is rolling out a packed lineup of music, outdoor adventure, and family-friendly events—because who says the stoke stops when the snow melts? Aerial Tram: Views, Vibes, and Vertical The legendary Aerial Tram is back in action starting June 20 (weather and conditions permitting), ready to whisk you and your […]
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The World’s 11 Most Unique Glacier Ski Resorts

Skiing down the Glacier de la Grande Motte. Photo Credit: Tignes Ski Resort

From surreal summer skiing to panoramic peaks that seem to scrape the stratosphere, glacier ski resorts offer experiences unmatched by traditional alpine resorts. With around 40 glacier ski areas left worldwide, these high-altitude holdouts are increasingly rare—and increasingly worth the trip. Here are 11 of the most fascinating glacier resorts on Earth, each offering a mix of scenery, challenge, and […]
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