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CBS News
3 days ago
- Sport
- CBS News
Colorado's Woodward Barn terrain park lets skiers, riders train all summer long
A Colorado terrain park is keeping skiers and riders who "send it" flying through the summer. Part trampoline park, part skate park, part ski jump, the Woodward Barn at Copper offers opportunities for skaters, skiers and riders of all ages to hone their craft without relying on snow. Impressive youngsters like Rhys Miller can be found there casually spinning and flipping their way around the barn, either on trampolines or actual ramps, riding what's called a "rollerboard," preparing for winter. "I've been working on under flips, sevens, backside, front side, and some switch flips," Rhys explained. "If it's one of the bigger tricks, I do get a little bit nervous, but on smaller tricks, I think I got it." Aside from building a list of tricks you might see in the XGames, Woodward Barn helps those young and old build up confidence, without the costly injuries that can come on the slopes if you hit a jump wrong, land on your head, or end up straddling a rail you were hoping to grind. Rhys, who took second place in the grommet boys halfpipe competition at the United States of America Freeski and Snowboard Association 2024 National Championships, knows from experience. He's getting back into his sport after breaking his leg recently. Now he's back in the barn, doing what he loves without fear. "You just do it," Rhys said to CBS Colorado, after being asked how he musters the courage to throw a big trick. He's now looking forward to his winter season, where he'll have even more tricks to take to the park. The Woodward Barn opened its doors in February 2009 with a 19,400-square-foot facility initially designed with Snowflex, a synthetic surface that mimicked the feel of snow. You might have seen other facilities with similar set-ups! Then in 2014, the Snowflex was replaced with Skatelite, a durable and smooth material commonly used in skateparks. This transition was accompanied by the introduction of specialized wheeled skis and snowboards with wheels embedded into the board itself, instead of sitting on top like a skateboard. This allows for a different, yet highly effective, training experience.
CBC
16-07-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Famous ski hill in Whitehorse now offers disc golf
Mount Sima is popular with with skiers, snowboarders and bikers. Now, the ski hill is offering disc golf. The new 18-hole golf course is fully operational. George Maratos checked out this new attraction.
Daily Mail
15-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Aussies face lengthy delays for ski lift after snowstorm
Skiers are eagerly awaiting the end of school holidays following two weeks of overcrowded slopes and hour-long queues. Dozens of Aussies visiting ski resorts in NSW and Victoria have taken to social media to vent following a busy fortnight at the popular winter holiday destinations. Several visitors complained of waiting for over an hour to use the ski lift after paying up to $264 for a ski lift pass at Perisher or $177 at Falls Creek. Many skiers also face hefty travel and accommodation costs to visit the Snowy Mountains, with hotels near the slopes going for hundreds of dollars per night. While it was good news for skiers, it spelt disaster for resort operators. Frustrations boiled over last week when the ski lifts at Falls Creek were delayed due to the system freezing shut. 'We're sorry for the delays getting lifts open this morning,' the resort said. 'Our full team has been working hard since the early hours to de-ice and get things moving. With a big snowstorm on the way, there may be more delays tomorrow. We'll keep doing everything we can to get lifts spinning as soon as conditions allow. 'Thanks for your patience.' While some visitors were understanding of the situation, others were unimpressed. 'I was here and it felt like it took hours,' one wrote under a TikTok video of Falls Creek. 'I took one look and went back to bed,' another said. 'Took me 40 minutes to get to the top,' a third commented. Several others expressed frustration at the high cost of skiing in Australia, compared to the price and quality of skiing overseas. 'Cheaper to fly to Japan and ski there! Best snow,' one person wrote.
Daily Mail
15-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Furious Aussies left waiting for HOURS after ski lift froze over at popular resort
Skiers are eagerly awaiting the end of school holidays following two weeks of overcrowded slopes and hour-long queues. Dozens of Aussies visiting ski resorts in NSW and Victoria have taken to social media to vent following a busy fortnight at the popular winter holiday destinations. Several visitors complained of waiting for over an hour to use the ski lift after paying up to $264 for a ski lift pass at Perisher or $177 at Falls Creek. Many skiers also face hefty travel and accommodation costs to visit the Snowy Mountains, with hotels near the slopes going for hundreds of dollars per night. However, it wasn't just large crowds causing repeated delays across the mountains. The first week of school holidays, which typically sees a jump in visitors, coincided with a cold front moving through the region - causing chaotic snowstorm conditions. While it was good news for skiers, it spelt disaster for resort operators. Frustrations boiled over last week when the ski lifts at Falls Creek were delayed due to the system freezing shut. 'We're sorry for the delays getting lifts open this morning,' the resort said. 'Our full team has been working hard since the early hours to de-ice and get things moving. With a big snowstorm on the way, there may be more delays tomorrow. We'll keep doing everything we can to get lifts spinning as soon as conditions allow. 'Thanks for your patience.' While some visitors were understanding of the situation, others were unimpressed. 'I was here and it felt like it took hours,' one wrote under a TikTok video of Falls Creek. 'I took one look and went back to bed,' another said. 'Took me 40 minutes to get to the top,' a third commented. Several others expressed frustration at the high cost of skiing in Australia, compared to the price and quality of skiing overseas. 'Cheaper to fly to Japan and ski there! Best snow,' one person wrote. 'It costs almost the same to fly to New Zealand and ski there,' another said. More frequent visitors shared their advice on how to avoid large crowds in the area. 'It's only like that until 10am,' one person said. 'Once people filter out on the mountain there's no line.'
Daily Telegraph
11-07-2025
- Daily Telegraph
The trick to saving hundreds at the Aussie snow
Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. There's a certain kind of love that grips skiers. 'I love watching the snow groomers,' my husband drools into the darkness, tracing the heavily lit machinery. His love is euphoric and a bit tragic, glass of red in hand, body weary after a day skiing. He's imagining the crisp corduroy lines the groomer leaves behind and the runs he'll carve tomorrow. But like all great passions, this one comes at a cost – and not just frost-bitten fingers. Skiing is expensive and costs can snowball, particularly for a family of five. But there are ways to make it cheaper, and the Epic Australia 4-Day Pass (EADP) – new this season – is the best I've seen yet. I found a way to ski on a budget. Picture: Mt Hotham It offers any four days access at Mt Hotham, Falls Creek or Perisher – either consecutive or spread out – and delivers big savings compared to purchasing lift tickets. It also includes 20 percent off rentals and lessons, and 15 percent off certain cafes and retail. We skied two days each at Mt Hotham and Falls Creek, rented gear and took two private lessons. My workings show we saved $556 on lift tickets, $180 on lessons and $246 on rentals – and over $1,000 in total. Like powder, our love grew deeper. Mt Hotham We find a giddy, child-like sense of adrenaline-fuelled fun at Mt Hotham. Intermediate and advanced runs peel away from a village on top of the mountain, commanding jaw-dropping views on the bird-bird days we're gifted. Our best experience of this is when the kids corral us to ski First Tracks (free with EADP). Heavenly Valley stuns in a display of quiet majesty for those up early enough to see it. Our teens lose a day and night (free with EADP) to the new all-terrain park at the Big D. Jumps, in the dark, with a DJ – I get it and leave them to it. Jaw-dropping views at Hotham. Picture: Mt Hotham Lessons are centralised around the beginner slopes of Hotham's Summit. We're decent skiers but welcome the chance to refresh and explore barrels we otherwise wouldn't venture to. When hunger takes over, Hoff's Hutt, hidden halfway down Milky Way is full of charm. We return for chunky beef pies and 'fireball' coffee with tunes on the deck. Bird Café at the base of the Summit is convenient, tasty and pass holders get 15 percent off. We stay at Kicking Horse Chalet, a step into luxury made affordable because it sleeps 15. Families and groups will want to stay here for exceptional amenity, large spaces and beautiful interiors – only superseded by the views. See also: What's new at Australian ski resorts in 2025 Falls Creek Falls Creek village steals hearts with its picturesque European style that is ski-in ski-out, decorated with snow gums and car free. It's also the ultimate progression mountain, suiting all levels. Our kids do more skiing here off the groomed runs than on. They're between trees and jumping off nature's ledges, while we're frolicking in the back bowl around Ruined Castle. My love of skiing is equal parts downhill and après by the fire. Falls Creek's dining scene doesn't disappoint. Picturesque Falls Creek. Picture: Falls Creek I discover the magnificent Astra for a cocktail, while our youngest toasts marshmallows on their huge fire. Cozy Feather Top Lodge fills us with baked brie, hanger steak and churros. Lunch at Falls Creek Hotel is a must. We stay at family-run Cooroona Alpine Lodge. It's warm, freshly renovated and perfect for families. Cooroona's Mexican Cantina and bar are a highlight. The menu is extensive, the food fresh and affordable – a welcome reprieve. Frozen margaritas take on new appeal in front of the roaring fire. Top tip The pass also unlocks the expanses of Australia's largest ski resort, Perisher. The writer travelled courtesy of Mount Hotham Skiing Company and Falls Creek Ski Lifts. Originally published as The trick to saving hundreds at the Aussie snow
