“News Flash” is FREESKIER’s online column designed to keep you up-to-date with snippets of outdoor news you need to know about. This article is published weekly on Tuesdays and updated throughout the week.
Instagram Live Series with comedian Katie Burrell will have athletes pondering life’s biggest questions
Featuring apperances by athletes Angel Collinson, Cedar Wright, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, Sierra Quitiquit, Ryan Leier and Julia Mancuso, this live series is sure to be full of laughs. You can watch the series via Katie’s Instagram page right here.
Utah was gifted with more 540 inches of snow this season
Here’s a complete overview of the 2019–20 season compiled by the team at Ski Utah—with statistics covering snowpack, storms and a look inside Little Cottonwood Canyon’s longest interlodge ever.
Sierra-at-Tahoe offering new pricing, renewal benefits and more for next season
In a step that echoes the news sent out from Ikon Pass and Epic Pass last week, the California resort will offer discounts on season pass renewals, price drops for certain pass options and deadline extensions for purchase.
f-stop gear is making three-layer, washable face masks
It’s meant to be worn, washed and worn again. Going beyond the standard design of a facemask, f-stop (the photo gear manufacturer) is now offering the DYOTA AG+ ION MASK “non-medical” masks for consumer use. Designed to promote breathability and layered with antimicrobial fabrics, it’s a premium solution to mask-wearing in public.
Join this webinar to learn about sailing and skiing in Svalbard, Norway
During the free event, hosted by guiding service 57Hours, international certified guide Rob Coppolillo will chat about planning, executing and checking an epic adventure trip like this off the bucket list. Throughout the hour, he’ll cover gear, logistics, physical preparation and conclude with a live Q&A to answer any questions. The show will go live on May 7th, 2020, at 1PM EST.
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