Over the past week, several notable developments have occurred in the skiing world:
Southern Hemisphere Ski Season
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New Zealand: The Remarkables ski area reported a 10 cm snowfall in the last 72 hours, with a 20-70 cm base on main groomed trails. However, advanced and expert terrains remain closed. (snowradar.com)
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Australia: A significant storm brought 40-60 mm of rain and 100-120 km/h wind gusts to resorts like Thredbo and Perisher. The storm’s aftermath led to fresh snowfall, with Thredbo receiving 24 cm and Perisher 20 cm, improving conditions for the ski season. (snowstash.com)
North American Ski Resorts
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Banff Sunshine Village, Canada: After a record snowfall, the resort extended its summer ski season, operating daily until July 5. The resort offered 11 runs and three terrain parks, with special events on Canada Day, including live music and food specials. (morningstar.com)
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Tamarack Resort, Idaho: The Tamarack Express chairlift reopened on July 4, four days ahead of schedule, providing access to mountain biking, hiking, and the Mid-Mountain Lodge. (prnewswire.com)
Alpine Skiing in July
- July is typically the thinnest month for Alpine skiing. Only Hintertux (Austria) operates its full schedule, while other resorts like Zermatt (Switzerland) and Saas-Fee’s Allalin Glacier close for maintenance during this period. (where-to-ski.com)
Himalayan Ski Mountaineering
- Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel completed the first continuous, oxygen-free ski descent of Nanga Parbat (8,126 m) in the Himalayas, marking a significant achievement in high-altitude skiing. (j2ski.com)
These events highlight the dynamic nature of the skiing industry, with resorts adapting to weather conditions and offering unique experiences to enthusiasts worldwide.
