Category Archives: Idaho

Open/Close Resort Dates 2012-2013

Posted on October 14, 2012 by

I can’t believe the ski season is just around the corner. Here are the projected open and close dates for the 2012-2013 ski season. Open Close Canada Kicking Horse Dec 9 Apr 8 Lake Louise (Banff) Nov 9 May 5 … Continue reading →

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America’s First Ski Destination – Still Classy as Ever

Posted on June 22, 2012 by

I drove from Salt Lake City to Sun Valley, Idaho for a quick getaway. The drive was relaxing with lots of wide open spaces and only took about 4 ½ hours. I drove past lava fields – yes lava fields in … Continue reading →

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Old Time Elegance at Sun Valley Lodge

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

Sun Valley was America’s first destination ski resort. Built in 1936, the Lodge itself has a marvelous history and as soon as you step through the front door, you immediately feel like you are a part of it. It has … Continue reading →

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Foodies Flock to Idaho, You Won’t be Disappointed

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

In true Northern California style my family is full of vegetarians, pescatarians, gluten free diets and the one person who eats meat. Who eats what changes on a regular basis, but the need to find a restaurant that can accommodate … Continue reading →

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Sun Valley’s Colorful Sky

Posted on January 6, 2012 by

On any given blue bird day atop Sun Valley’s Bald (“Mt. Baldy”) Mountain there are mysterious bright colors in the air: yellow, pink, orange, even purple. It may take you a second to realize that these large patches of color … Continue reading →

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Schweitzer: Idaho’s Hidden Gem!

Posted on October 22, 2011 by

Schweitzer Mountain is truly a hidden gem among ski resorts in the Western U.S. I can easily say it has LEAPED into my top ten must-go resorts. I fell in love with this resort right from the moment I arrived … Continue reading →

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Opening Day on the Mountains

Posted on November 23, 2010 by

Mountain Reservations is watching the snow fall and getting anxious for all of the ski resorts to celebrate opening day. Here is what a few of our destination experts had to say about it: “Break out the ‘beat up’ board … Continue reading →

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