Ready for opening day: Resorts boast old stand-bys, new features Nov 6, 2009
That terrain will go back to its previous use for both groomed use along with a line for bump skiing. . (Big Sky Lone Peak Lookout, MT)
R.J. Knight (in tan cap) of Knight Equipment Co. leads the Sleeping Giant crew last weekend during the splicing of the cable for the new chairlift as a National Geographic crew films the work. The cable splicing is one of the last remaining major items being completed for the areas Thanksgiving weekend opening. (Courtesy photo) Nov 6, 2009
We want to get people up and skiing to see the area, director Ham Bryan said. The grand opening will be Saturday, Dec. 19, and will be a real fun day including a torchlight parade down the slopes, races and plenty of food. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
How healthy are your children's eyes? Nov 6, 2009
Head injury can affect vision as well, so be sure your child wears a good-fitting helmet when he uses a skateboard, bike or scooter, and when skiing or snowboarding. Courtesy of ARAcontent. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
» More News Stories Nov 6, 2009
Skiing News Full Coverage on Yahoo ... Skiing News: News Stories. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Winter Trails celebrates 15th year with freebies Nov 6, 2009
- Winter Trails will celebrate its 15th year Jan. 9 at locations throughout the U.S. with free snowshoeing and cross-country skiing ... Winter Trails is part of "Learn a Snow Sport Month," set for the entire month of January to raise awareness of skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Weekend Watch: Rankings on the line Nov 6, 2009
NCAA Football Recruiting. NCAA Basketball Recruiting. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Kostelic season under threat Nov 6, 2009
Last Updated: Thursday, 18 December, 2003, 16:33 GMT. Kostelic has been plagued by injuries in her career. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Standing (very) tall Nov 6, 2009
Rivals High - Big target: Middle-school WR checks in at 7-4. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
ECONOMIC APPEAL: Non-traditional sports peak regional interest Nov 6, 2009
Only three states offer titles in disabled sports: Illinois, which has wheelchair basketball; Wisconsin, which will offer a state wheelchair event in track and field; and Minnesota, which has state titles in five adaptive sports, bowling, floor hockey, Alpine skiing, soccer and softball. . (USA Today -- Sports)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 6, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Happy Valley? Nov 6, 2009
com College Football - Huguenin's Primer: Big games in SEC, Big Ten. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
10 storylines to look for at the Winter Games Nov 5, 2009
The lower snowfall would prove particularly problematic at low-lying Cypress Mountain, site of the snowboarding and freestyle skiing events ... While the skiing, international goodwill and chance to represent your country might have all played a part in his decision, he most surely is enticed by the famed Whistler nightlife ... In an attempt to youthanize the skiing events, the International Olympic Committee has added ski cross to the Olympic program for 2010. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Boise bumped? Nov 5, 2009
com College Football - Rivals. com 2009 bowl projections. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Game of the Week: Independence Day? Nov 5, 2009
Rivals High - Game of the Week: Independence vs. Butler. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Fox: Week 10 viewer's guide Nov 5, 2009
com College Football - Viewer's guide: Some to be left out in cold. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
NBCU Begins Nov. 4 'Countdown To Vancouver' Nov 5, 2009
At 8 p.m. (ET) on Nov. 4, NBCU will install a "Countdown to Vancouver" primetime roadblock across all its services, including USA Network, Bravo and Syfy, featuring Vancouver Olympic hopefuls Apolo Ohno (short track speed skating), Lindsey Vonn (alpine skiing), Shaun White (snowboarding), Gretchen Bleiler (snowboarding) and Tanith Belbin & Ben Agosto (figure skating) ... Among the athletes that are expected to participate in events televised by Universal Sports and NBC: two-time alpine skiing... (Multichannel News)
Recruiting mailbag: Irish chasing top talent Nov 5, 2009
com Football Recruiting - Ask Jamie: Irish chasing top talent. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Michigan State makes hoops recruiting move Nov 5, 2009
com Basketball Recruiting - Michigan State makes move in team rankings. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 5, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Recruiting notes: Fort Scott C.C. moves forward Nov 5, 2009
com Football Recruiting - National Notes: Davis leads Fort Scott. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Dude hits long 3-pointer ... using a baseball bat Nov 5, 2009
com - Dude hits long 3-pointer. using a baseball bat. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Group backs climate-change bill Nov 5, 2009
"If your house is on fire and someone offers you an extra bucket of water, you accept," said Auden Schendler, executive director of sustainability for the Aspen Skiing Co. His ski resort business, which could be devastated by a warming climate, was among the first to join American Businesses for Clean Energy, which lists 22 members on its Web site. The group is being formed at a time of intense debate within the business community over global warming. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
R.J. Knight (in tan cap) of Knight Equipment Co. leads the Sleeping Giant crew last weekend during the splicing of the cable for the new chairlift as a National Geographic crew films the work. The cable splicing is one of the last remaining major items being completed for the areas Thanksgiving weekend opening. (Courtesy photo) Nov 5, 2009
We want to get people up and skiing to see the area, director Ham Bryan said. The grand opening will be Saturday, Dec. 19, and will be a real fun day including a torchlight parade down the slopes, races and plenty of food. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
The Bookwom Sez Tap into your inner athlete with Dont Dribble the Squid Nov 5, 2009
Or maybe you love snow but skiing is too old-school for you. How about forming a team for Japanese Snowball Fighting, Outhouse Racing or Shovel Racing. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Miller returning to slopes, planning full schedule Nov 5, 2009
Nobody is quite sure what to expect when Bode Miller returns to skiing ... Bode Miller is preparing to return next week after a seven-month hiatus from skiing, and nobody is quite sure what to expect ... McBride and McNichol suggested that at 32, Miller would be wise to focus on his best events instead of skiing every race. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Even Odds: No lack of champs in Butte (2082) Nov 5, 2009
There are a couple of Butte brothers who like to do some fancy skiing. Bryon and Brad Wilson are world-class freestyle skiers with their eyes on the Olympics. (Montana Standard, MT)
Hit the gym before you hit the slopes Nov 5, 2009
By the end of the day, walking to the car causes screams of protest from hamstrings, upper legs and thighs, and you wonder, was skiing this hard last year ... Skiing and snowboarding are intense aerobic and anaerobic activities, which can burn about 375 calories an hour, depending how vigorously you attack the mountain ... Fitness experts and ski instructors say skiers can greatly ease their transition into skiing, and have a much better season, with an exercise routine. (Montana Standard, MT)
With state aid down, local school taxes going up Nov 5, 2009
The Bloomer School District cut some activities, eliminated an elementary school concert, reduced staff and discontinued skiing and girls golf. I know our aid is down, and the reductions that we made were kind of key to keeping our budget on track, said Bloomer Superintendent Mary Randall. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Fishing, hunting help injured veterans heal Nov 5, 2009
Rafting, fishing, hiking and skiing provide exercise, fresh air, weight control and other benefits, he says. "It's health care outside of the hospital.". (USA Today -- News)
Olympians celebrate 100 days until Vancouver Nov 5, 2009
Jeret "Speedy" Peterson, a 2006 Olympian in aerial skiing, drew a crowd with his high-flying tricks on a trampoline, bouncing and flipping on a pair of skis. Sarah Hughes, the 2002 figure skating gold medalist, took to the rink with a group of New York schoolchildren, who shrieked with delight as they tried to stay upright on their skates. (MSNBC -- Sports)
High-definition equals high sales for wearable video camera Nov 4, 2009
Gregg Stansbury, who runs a Seattle construction company, bought the Contour for skiing, and has since advanced to motorcycle and dirt-bike riding. "I'd tried hand-holding a camera to get video of my (son) skiing, but it's pretty tough," he says. (USA Today -- Tech)
Even Odds: No lack of champs in Butte Nov 4, 2009
There are a couple of Butte brothers who like to do some fancy skiing. Bryon and Brad Wilson are world-class freestyle skiers with their eyes on the Olympics. (Montana Standard, MT)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 4, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Athlete of the Week Nov 4, 2009
Favorite hobbies: Going to the beach, tubing, water skiing, running and traveling. Favorite subject: Science, especially biology. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
News Stories Nov 4, 2009
Skiing News Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
* Japan seeking Taiwanese willing to brave the cold Nov 4, 2009
The successful candidate will help with various events that run from Feb. 1 to March 12, including the Sapporo Snow Festival, the ice village on the frozen surface of Lake Shikaribetsu and skiing activities in Furano. The organizers will provide the vacationer with a round-trip ticket to Sapporo, accommodation and transportation expenses during the work period, said Tsai Ya-wen (), a manager at Rich Media Group, which has been commissioned to promote the job-seeking campaign. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
With state aid down, local school taxes going up Nov 4, 2009
The Bloomer School District cut some activities, eliminated an elementary school concert, reduced staff and discontinued skiing and girls golf. I know our aid is down, and the reductions that we made were kind of key to keeping our budget on track, said Bloomer Superintendent Mary Randall. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Kostelic season under threat Nov 4, 2009
Last Updated: Thursday, 18 December, 2003, 16:33 GMT. Kostelic has been plagued by injuries in her career. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Rankings of all 120 FBS teams Nov 4, 2009
com College Football - Ranking them all: Rivals. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
The making of a QB Nov 4, 2009
Rivals High - The curious case of Cody Keith. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Slow and steady Nov 4, 2009
com College Football - Q Pitt coach Dave Wannstedt. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Registration open for 25th annual Bay State Winter Games Nov 3, 2009
From Friday, Jan. 22-24, 2010, individual competitions in alpine skiing and figure skating and team competition in masters ice hockey will take place ... Alpine Skiing, with scholastic, open and masters divisions, will be held at Bousquet Ski Area in Pittsfield. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Amazing basketball shot Nov 3, 2009
Rivals High - Dude hits long 3-pointer. using a baseball bat. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 3, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Kostelic season under threat Nov 3, 2009
Last Updated: Thursday, 18 December, 2003, 16:33 GMT. Kostelic has been plagued by injuries in her career. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Monday Tip: Where did the coaches go wrong? Nov 3, 2009
com College Basketball - Monday Tip: Where did the coaches go wrong. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Washed Ashore: Dealing with the in-laws Nov 3, 2009
By Stephen R. Pastore. Fri Oct 30, 2009, 09:36 AM EDT. (Cape Codder, MA)
National Native American Awareness Month Joe Kahklen Nov 3, 2009
Hobbies: Fishing and skiing. Quote: "My dad is from Kake, mom from Klawock. We practiced subsistence within the villages. Being able to trace the ancestors back four or five generations, I'm proud of our history. Tlingit people were sophisticated. ... I hope that we can continue to pass our traditions to our children and grandchildren.". (Juneau Empire)
News Stories Nov 3, 2009
Skiing News Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Alpine Ski Resort Turns to Snowmaking Nov 3, 2009
Without an ice crust, new snow doesn't form quickly into a surface appropriate for skiing. Snow machines don't help much either. (BusinessWeek)
Press release: Cross-country skiing Nov 2, 2009
Calaveras Enterprise. Posted: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:22 PM CDT Like to cross-country ski or always wanted to learn how. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 2, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Weekly awards: Masoli keys Oregon victory Nov 2, 2009
College Football: Rivals. com - College Football. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
RivalsHigh 100 Preview: Eight new teams Nov 2, 2009
Rivals High - Rankings Preview: Eight new teams. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
News Stories Nov 2, 2009
Skiing News Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Kostelic season under threat Nov 2, 2009
Last Updated: Thursday, 18 December, 2003, 16:33 GMT. Kostelic has been plagued by injuries in her career. (Yahoo News -- Skiing)
Diamond wins trap shooting finale Nov 2, 2009
"We were thinking if we couldn't see the targets anymore, we'd get some boards out and go skiing," Diamond laughed. The win in shooting's grand finale for the year has given Diamond big confidence as he sets his sights on a third Olympic gold medal in London in 2012. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
College Sports: Rivals. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Temple Sports -- Rivals.com)
Buchanan: Texas finds swagger Nov 1, 2009
com College Football - Texas shows swagger, substance in pounding OSU. College Football: Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 1, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Dreamgirls Wins Big at the Golden Globes Nov 1, 2009
11:00 p.m. Three hours, and now there's only one more award to go: A hobbling Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger (who broke his leg skiing) hands the best motion picture, drama trophy, in mild surprise, to Babel. (Many people thought The Departed would take it. (Yahoo News -- Golden Globe Awards)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
College Sports: Rivals. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Minnesota Sports -- Rivals.com)
Statham leads Blaine (Wash.) to victory; playoffs Nov 1, 2009
com - Statham leads Blaine (Wash. to victory; playoffs. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Top photo galleries Nov 1, 2009
Casinos, golf, skiing and theme park travel. powered by TripAdvisor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Terms of Service Nov 1, 2009
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