Ski Industry

New research shows less snow is falling in many parts of the U.S., including the Mountain West, a region that relies heavily on snow.

New data shows many cities in the Mountain West and beyond are experiencing warmer winters because of climate change. Experts say that trend raises concerns.

Despite all of the snow and cold snaps across the Mountain West, many cities are experiencing fewer nights at or below 32 degrees due to climate change. It’s a warming trend that has a wide range of impacts.

A ski patroller helps create a safe environment on the mountain and assists people as needed. KUNR Youth Media’s Kesley Morris is interested in pursuing this line of work, so she headed up the mountain to learn more about it.

Products like non-stick pans and waterproof jackets have something in common – they’re often made with chemicals known as PFAS. But the man-made chemicals don’t break down in the environment – or our bodies. And they’re suspected of causing cancer and other health problems. The Mountain West News Bureau’s Madelyn Beck reports on efforts to ban PFAS in a popular winter product – ski wax.

It's already been a noteworthy season for Steamboat Ski Resort in Northern Colorado. In October alone, the mountain saw 63 inches of snow, a record high...

The outdoor industry is increasingly bucking the Black Friday trend. We caught up with one local company to find out more.On Black Friday, in 2011,…