Ski North America

Ski North America

Author: David Holyoak

Publisher: Firefly Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9781552978283

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A guide to the top 40 ski resorts in North America.


The Greatest Ski Resorts in North America

The Greatest Ski Resorts in North America

Author: Carol Bartholdi

Publisher: Guidebook Publishing Company

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 9780929498058

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Complete and up-to-date information on the 28 best North American ski resorts. From Vermont to Vail, this revised guide reveals the best ski holidays this season. Covers downhill runs from novice to expert, childcare facilities, lifts, equipment rental, accommodations, restaurants, and more. 43 photos. 29 line drawings. Maps.


American Ski Resort

American Ski Resort

Author: Margaret Supplee Smith

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780806142951

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Explores the combined phenomena of skiing, tourism, and architecture from a national perspective. Focusing on destination ski resorts in New England, the Rocky Mountains, the Far West, and southern Canada, Smith examines the architecture of recreational skiing from the 1930s to 1990, showing how small, family-operated businesses evolved into the massive, theme-oriented, multipurpose ski establishments of today.


50 Classic Ski Descents of North America

50 Classic Ski Descents of North America

Author: Art Burrows

Publisher:

Published: 2010-11-15

Total Pages: 201

ISBN-13: 9780982615430

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Fifty Classic Ski Descents of North America is a large-format compilation of iconic and aesthetic ski descents from Alaska to Mount Washington. Created by ski mountaineers Chris Davenport, Art Burrows and Penn Newhard, Fifty Classic Ski Descents taps into the local knowledge of contributors such as Andrew McLean, Glen Plake, Lowell Skoog, Chic Scott and Ptor Spricenieks with first person descriptions of their favorite ski descents and insightful perspectives on ski mountaineering past, present and future. The book features 208 pages of gorgeous action and mountain images from many of North America's top photographers. Whether you are planning an expedition to Baffin Island's Polar Star Couloir or heading out for dawn patrol on Mount Superior, Fifty Classic Ski Descents is a visual and inspirational feast of ski mountaineering in North America.


Best Family Ski Vacations In North America

Best Family Ski Vacations In North America

Author: Laura Sutherland

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 1997-10-15

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9780312167806

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Day care, gentle slopes, supportive ski instructors, and entertainment and activities for non-skiers--these are all important aspects of a family ski vacation. This guide selects the ski resorts across the United States and Canada with the best features for parents and kids alike. Travelers will also find details on how to get family packages, choosing a resort, buying children's equipment, and packing for the trip.


100 Slopes of a Lifetime

100 Slopes of a Lifetime

Author: Gordy Megroz

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2021-11-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781426221958

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This ultimate skier and snowboarder bucket list, from celebrated runs in Alta, Utah, to the challenge of Switzerland's 4 Vallees races through 100 energizing snowy experiences for all levels. Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from experts, need-to-know travel information, and practical tips, this inspirational guide offers the planet's best ski and snowboarding experiences on breathtaking slopes around the world. Complete with a foreword from celebrated Olympic alpine skier Lindsey Vonn, 100 Slopes of a Lifetime is divided by interest and skill level: cross-country routes to intermediate downhill moguls to expert-only backcountry terrain, skiers and snowboarders will find the perfect destination for their dream terrain. From dreamy Colorado escapes to Hokkaido, Japan, where Siberian storms dump more than 60 feet of snow every year, you'll find countless slopes to add to your bucket list from the wilds of Alaska to breathtaking Morocco. Plus find plenty of apres ski activities including: Getting up close with elk in Jackson Hole Trying Europe's longest toboggan run Or sampling the Dolomite's finest cuisine) Grab your skis or boards; this comprehensive and innovative guide will lead you to experience the greatest snow-play adventures the world has to offer!


Where to Ski

Where to Ski

Author: Chris Gill

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 530

ISBN-13: 9780752216898

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Covering more than 500 ski resorts in Europe, North America and elsewhere, this guide includes summaries of the pros and cons of each resort, and ratings of key aspects. There are also street-plans of the villages and towns, and piste maps, as well as features on ski safety and new equipment.