A TRIP TO THE SNOWY ALTAI RANGE IN NORTHERN CHINA IS HIGHLIGHTED BY ANCIENT SKIING CUSTOMS PASSED DOWN THROUGH GENERATIONS. Written by Brennan Lagasse Urumqi, China. Ever heard of it? The city boasts a population of more than 3.5 million, yet I had never heard of it until landing there in late January 2020. Its airport… Continue reading EXPLORING SKIING’S ORIGINS A HALF A WORLD AWAY WITH FLYLOW
Once in a while, some of the magic from my professional photographer friends rubs off on me, and I capture a special image. I hope you enjoy these four photos, published in various print venues noted below. Natural Resources Defense Council, Spring 2021, Nature’s Voice Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal, Early Winter Issue Backcountry Magazine, Issue… Continue reading A Few Favorite Published Photos from 2021
Not sure what the Minden Siren is? Here is a more recent share where Washoe Tribal Chairman Serrell Smokey asks that the county remove the siren. “This is an issue that seems to have been long forgotten,” he said. “As the current leader of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, it is my duty… Continue reading Minden Siren Protest Ride in Support of the Washoe Tribe| Riders Against Racism
Alpenglow Sports operates through a rich and connected community-centric business model. For 42 years, we have put on events that bring our community together and facilitate fun, education and inspiration. One has to look no further than our Winter Speaker Series or Mountain Festival, both of which are large-scale events that seek to give back to the community that… Continue reading Alpenglow Sports Community Book Initiative
The first time I laid eyes on Mt. Shasta I almost swerved right off interstate I-5 and crashed. I had heard about the mountain, but had no idea of its history, mythical status, or that it was really that big. In the moment, my instincts quickly brought me back to the reality that I was driving on… Continue reading The Aura of Shasta
I distinctly remember one morning last year in China thinking, if we ever get out of here, I’m going to have to write a piece titled-“Down with Disease”. Beyond being a favorite song for many of us (start with 12/29/97 and let the set roll if you need a little inspiration ????) the one line,… Continue reading A One-Way Lap Around The World | Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal
It has been an amazing run of pure powder shredding in the Greater lake Tahoe area lately. We picked up 5-8 feet from recent storms, while to our south in the High Sierra, more than 10 feet fell in the alpine. While atmospheric rivers and storms measured in feet is why some of us love… Continue reading Ski Magazine | Tahoe Storm Gallery
A couple of recent ski shots to ring in a New Year! Cheers to a vibrant 2021 everyone!!
