Keep warm on the slopes

Bill in men's ski jacket, Susie in Rossignol ladies' ski jacket that keep us warm and dry

Keeping warm on the slopes is easy. It’s just a matter of getting the right combination of clothing and layers to suit you.


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Finding the best skiing photo

On the six pack at Silver Star, British Columbia, Canada

Finding the best ski photo is our mission. We’ve started with a couple. Send reply to add yours to the quest.


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Australian ski season 2011

Plenty of snow in the ski fields but where are all the people?

Bumper snow season in Australia in 2011 but where are all the skiers?


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Safety rules for sking and snowboarding

Knowing the rles for skiing and snowboarding safely is a must

As with any sport, snow sports have rules so that skiers and snowboarders can stay safe on the ski slopes. Here’s 9 safety rules to know and follow. Control your speed. You must always ski and snowboard in control and at a speed appropriate to the conditions and your own ability. If you are a [...]


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2011 is sure to be a great year for snow biz

May your 2011 be bright, exciting and illuminating!

Here’s to a happy, safe 2011 on snow fields around the world.


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The ski season 2010-11 has begun

Fir tree decorated with Christmas lights at Sun Peaks ski resort, Canada

Chrstmas in the snow: just head to the nearest northern hemisphere ski field.


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Sunset at Silver Star

Sunset at Silver Star is quite magical
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First waxing job is a huge success

Powder Gulch Express Chair at Silver Star mountain ski resort

Looking after your skis including waxing them regularly will make skiing so much more pleasurable and it’s safer too.


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Waxing snow skis is an art

Waxing snow skies is an art that keeps skiers safe whether downhill or cross-country

How do you wax skis to ensure maximum enjoyment and safety? There are as many opinions as there are skiers. Here are two options to consider.


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Cross-country skiing is harder than you think

Cross-country skiing is not as easy as it looks but on a beautifully sunny day at Sovereign Lake Vernon, who cares

Cross-country skiing is not as easy as it looks. For a start, the skis are really skinny and they seem more slippery than my downhill fat skis. But Sovereign Lake, Vernon – just next to Silver Star Ski Resort – is the place to learn with over 50 kilometres of trails and 100 kilometres if you count Silver Star cross-country trails.


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