Fall is here, which means that ski season is quickly approaching. If you are lucky enough to live close to the mountains, then don’t hesitate to get a season pass and take advantage of the beautiful winter season. Whether you ski or snowboard, going to your local resort is a great way to experience the great outdoors around you. Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to stay active when pick-up sports and outdoor hiking are no longer options, and are also great activities to do with friends and family.
However, skiing and snowboarding can be pricey, so here are some tips to help you find the best deals for the upcoming season:
First of all, the earlier you start planning for the winter season, the better! Start looking for deals on tickets and passes now, and you will be surprised on how much money you will save. The best deals are usually offered in late October and early November. Decide quickly where you want to ski this year and purchase your tickets now!
When it comes to choosing resorts, I would recommend switching them up season to season. Try out a new ski resort each year! This way, each season gives you a fresh start and mountains never seem stale or boring.
The time of week that you choose to ski or snowboard is also another important factor to think about when planning for the upcoming season. Resort passes that include weekend skiing are much pricier than weekday passes. So, if you are able to make it work with your schedule, plan on skiing or snowboarding during the weekdays.
Take advantage of the crisp fall weather and the beautiful mountains around you, and go for a climb! Rock climbing is a wonderful way to experience the beauty of nature, with its breathtaking views and gorgeous valleys and canyons. Also, besides the cost of gear, it is completely free! This fall, go out there and discover your backyard through a whole new perspective!
It is never too late to start climbing. Just last month, I was introduced to the sport of rock climbing and I have already fallen in love with it. My arms are sore and my hands ache, yet all I want to do is climb. It is a great way to stay active and get an intense workout, as well as just have fun with friends! I love the technical aspect of it too. If you love strategy then you will love rock climbing, because it’s always a puzzle to find out the best route to the top.
Right now, I am going to school in Provo, Utah, so I am lucky that some of the best rock climbing opportunities in the country, such as in American Fork Canyon, Moab, and Zions, are right in my backyard. However, there is rock climbing available almost anywhere! I know that when I go back home to California I am checking out routes in Yosemite.
Even when winter hits, you can stay involved in the rock climbing community and go to your local rock gym to work on technique and get better for the next outdoor climbing season. However, if you insist on being outdoors even in the cold, then ice climbing is a whole different sport altogether… I have personally never tried it, but I bet it is just as amazing.
As the leaves start to change colors and get crispy, hiking can be the perfect activity to fill your time. There are many areas around the world in which fall is the perfect time to get outdoors and experience nature.
When you know that you are going to go hiking you should be sure that you are safe. Take time to exercise your judgement so that you can be sure you do not end up injured while you are on your hike.
First, you should be sure that you tell someone where you are going and an estimated time that you will arrive home. Make sure that you give them a date and time that you know you will be home by, this way if you are not home by this time they know that they can start to worry and take action to find out.
Second, you want to be sure that you understand how you are going to pack enough food and water for your hike. Take the time that you need to pack it appropriately so you can be sure that you can carry it while you are out on your hike.
Third, make sure that you are protected from the elements. Have a poncho with you in case it starts to rain and dress in layers so you can avoid any problems you may have with temperature.
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Fall is here, which means that ski season is quickly approaching. If you are lucky enough to live close to the mountains, then don’t hesitate to get a season pass and take advantage of the beautiful winter season. Whether you ski or snowboard, going to your local resort is a great way to experience the great outdoors around you. Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to stay active when pick-up sports and outdoor hiking are no longer options, and are also great activities to do with friends and family.
