Tips on how to layer properly for skiing What do dressing to go skiing and a good cake have in common? Layers, lots of layers. Wearing your clothing in layers to go skiing makes it easier to stay warm, dry, and looking fly all day long on the slopes...
Women’s ski bibs vs pants: what’s right for you? There are a few age-old questions that every winter sports enthusiast must struggle with and find their own answers to. Some are obvious, do you prefer to ski or snowboard? Others are very...
Summer skiing with lift access at Mt. Hood If you’ve skied during the summer months, then you know that it usually involves warm weather, snow slogs, and sun cupped snow. However, did you know the Timberline Ski Area offers lift access summer skiing...
Mt. Hood Ski Mountaineering, Pearly Gates South Side Standing at 11,239 feet tall, Mt. Hood is the tallest mountain in Oregon. Mt. Hood is a majestic sight from Portland and the surrounding area – it’s prominence makes it a formidable peak in...
Essential gear you need to stay safe in avalanche terrain No one wants to be caught in an avalanche. The best backcountry skiing is often in avalanche terrain so anyone who ventures into the backcountry should be prepared for the worst. For any...
Backcountry skiing around Table Mountain, Herman Saddle & Artist Point If you’re a skier and you haven’t been to the backcountry around Mt. Baker, you need to go. It’s a playground for backcountry skiers and snowshoers. The views are...
How to Improve Your Skiing With These Specific Tactics We all ski because it’s fun, right? Well, for the average skier, working on your technique and form can allow you to extend the fun times by being more efficient on the slopes...
Mt. Rainier Ski Tour to Muir Snowfield & Panorama Point The Muir Snowfield offers some of the longest ski descents in the Cascades during the Winter and beautiful views of Mt. Rainier National Park. Backcountry skiing this past weekend at Mt...
Backcountry Skiing at Source Lake, Alpental Lakes Wilderness Source Lake, Snow Lake, and Pineapple Pass are popular Alpental backcountry skiing spots that are a quick drive from Seattle and an easy skin from your car. Source Lake is an accessible...
Learn To Ski Or Hone Your Skills In A Women’s Ski Camp No matter your skill level or age, there is a women’s skiing clinic for you. From the slopes in Colorado to Wyoming to Alaska, there are some great skiing camps for women of all ages and ability...
Kristan is an outdoors gal who loves to spend her time skiing, trail running, and backpacking as much as possible. Kristan has backpacked the John Muir Trail, ice climbed in the North Cascades, and skied throughout North America. Kristan is AIARE 1 avalanche certified and an experienced alpine climber and mountaineer.
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Kristan Bauer