The author (right) and Juano skiing from Refugio Frey to Refugio San Martín-Jakob. We were standing on a wind-blasted ridge at 5,800 feet. The dark silhouette of a condor circled overhead, and we ...

Beech Mountain Ski Resort season announced it will open on Nov. 22, weather permitting. Appalachian Ski Mountain plans to open Nov. 21 with the opening dates for other North Carolina ski resorts yet ...

The Beech Mountain Town Council heard proposals for a new stormwater enterprise fund as officials seek dedicated funding for storm repairs following Hurricane Helene.

Every October, thousands of people gather in the small mountain town of Banner Elk, North Carolina to predict the duration of winter. But instead of a famous groundhog in the spotlight, the job ...

This hidden gem in the Blue Ridge Mountains offers the perfect blend of winter sports, wine country charm, and family-friendly outdoor recreation.

One year after Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact, the resilience of Western North Carolina is as clear as the crisp mountain air. As the Blue Ridge Mountains prepare for their annual autumn ...

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Since the 1990s, well-heeled visitors have flocked to Valdez for some of the most famous adventures in the skiing world: guided helicopter tours to long, steep mountain slopes with untouched powder ...

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