WhatMain stage today belongs to Kovach, who agreed to come on the podcast like 90 years ago and waited patiently for his turn. But just as I wrapped this pod, breaking news slammed my inbox: Alterra has selected their next CEO after dismissing Jared Smith in March. From the press release:Alterra Mountain Company … today announced that experienced hospitality and operations leader Kelly Vohs has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective October 19, 2026.Vohs brings nearly 30 years of

WhoDennis Eshbaugh, President and General Manager of Holiday Valley, New YorkThis is Dennis’ second appearance on The Storm Skiing Podcast:Date RecordedOct. 2, 2026About Holiday ValleyOwned by: Win-Sum Ski Corp, which Holiday Valley’s website describes as “a closely held corporation owned by a small number of stockholders.”Year founded: 1957 (opened Jan. 7, 1958)Pass affiliations: None!Base elevation: 1,514 feet (bottom of Snowpine Quad)Summit elevation: 2,324 feet (top of Tannenbaum)Vertical drop:

WhoJay Dougherty, President and General Manager of Mount Southington, ConnecticutDate RecordedOct. 2, 2026About Mount SouthingtonOwned by: Multiple shareholders descended from the ski area’s foundersYear founded: 1964Pass affiliations:* Snow Pass – 2 days, no blackouts* Snow Triple Play – up to 2 days, no blackoutsThese two passes have a lot of overlap, but completely different rosters:Base elevation: 210 feetSummit elevation: 571 feetVertical drop: 361 feetSkiable acres: 51 acresAverage annual

In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, Kelsey and Eric have a conversation with Kristie Sitar about habitat work happening in the UP. That's followed up with an overview of the barred owl, before a lengthy discussion of Michigan's deer season with Samantha Courtney and Brent Rudolph. Episode Hosts: Kelsey Beatty and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitatMichigan.gov/MiHuntDeer wintering complexesAll things feathersBarred owlAll things furMichigan.gov/DeerEHDQu...

WhoDoug Fish, founder of the Snowvana ski show and Indy PassDate RecordedSept. 30, 2026About SnowvanaSnowvana is a “winter kick-off festival” (a ski show) scheduled for a four-city 2026 tour:Use the code “storm26” to snatch a free ticket here for any 2026 Snowvana show.Check out the list of free and discounted lift tickets available onsite at each show. Why I interviewed himIf we trust the metonymic origin story of our surnames, then Doug Fish is a descendant of “a catcher or seller of fish,”

In this episode, Warb and Nick sit down with Lann Wilf and William McKinley to talk CWD. We dig into what we actually know about the disease, what we still don't know, and some of the common claims surrounding it. We also talk about how CWD is being managed, what it could mean for deer herds, and how huntersfit into the picture. There's a lot of information and opinions out there about CWD, so we wanted to sit down, ask questions, and separate fact from fiction.Topics Include: - What is Chronic

In Episode 412 (Rebroadcast of EP 119), we describe all you need to know about food preps. This is the first of a two-part series on this big topic. We continue the conversation into the After Show, which is available exclusively to Patreon supporters. Shelby is now a contributor author on the Victory Girls Blog so check that out. Please support our sponsors EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, CATI Armor, Jared Savik - Montana Realtor, and Minutemen Coffee. Learn more about our

It would not be difficult to locate a photo of The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast drinking canned Miller Lite shirtless in a lake while wearing a backward baseball cap. There is therefore nothing I can say here that can hurt anyone more than I’ve already hurt myself.Vail Resorts reported fourth-quarter and end-of-fiscal-2026 earnings yesterday. I’m no financial analyst, but the numbers are what I would call “not good”:[Epic] Pass product unit sales through September 18, 2026 for the upcoming

We Can't Believe We Used To Use These Products! | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.22Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/9AhXkv6dFykThis week on The Global Mountain Bike Show, James, Owen and Rich dive into the rise of alternative race series and new pay-per-view prize structures shaking up traditional World Cup racing. We also look back at obsolete mountain bike tech, discussing which old-school standards we're glad to see gone, and a few we surprisingly miss. Finally, we

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast wants you to know that there is skiing in New Mexico. Even beyond Taos. Subscribe for constant journeys into such improbable ski realms:WhoJasen Bellomy, General Manager of Pajarito, New MexicoDate RecordedSeptember 28, 2026Also discussedUpgrades across Mountain Capital Partners’ portfolio (see chart below), and reader reaction to last week’s pods - especially the EuroSki ep with Iain Martin.About PajaritoOwned by: Mountain Capital Partners, since 2014; company

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast thinks that yelling “PIZZA!” and “FRENCH FRY!” at a 2-year-old superman straightlining down a green slope is a highly effective ski instruction technique. If you agree, please sign up for my newsletter:WhoBrian Bensch, founder of Snow SchoolersDate recordedSeptember 24, 2026About Snow SchoolersSnow Schoolers, per its website, is an “independent ski school program” that teaches lessons “at any mountain where we’ve established a revenue-sharing partnership with the

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is flabbergasted by EuroSki. Donate to my brain transplant fund to make me more smarter:WhoIain Martin, founder and host of UK-based The Ski Podcast. YouTube here. This is Iain’s second appearance on The Storm:Interview dateSeptember 24, 2026Why I interviewed himIf, like me, you’re a U.S. American SnoSportSkier, you may find European skiing more than a little baffling. More than 4,000 ski areas spread over dozens of countries with their dozens of languages. Trams

In this episode, Nick talks with Jake about his deer hunt out West! Jake and Walker got into a whole mess of action, tagging a pronghorn a piece and a big Muley buck!! It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows though as they found themselves belly crawling into a Rattlesnake den!Topics Include: -spot and stalk bow hunting -rattlesnake dens -hunting in extreme heat THP MERCH:  https://bit.ly/30ZC1rm - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 -

Iconic Name Returns To Mountain Biking! | The Global Mountain Bike Show Ep.21Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/hKoI6BYSAlYHonda is back in mountain biking! In this episode of the Global Mountain Bike Show, Neil, Owen, Fergus, and Rich look into Honda's new e-MTB prototype, the rapid rise of 32-inch wheels in World Cup racing, and why Whistler took so long to host its first UCI Downhill World Cup. Plus, check out our fresh new race-fit GMBN jerseys!⏱ Timestamps ⏱ 00:00 - Intro

In Episode 411 (Rebroadcast of EP 118) we’re joined by Andrew and Ian of the Canadian Prepper Podcast. We talk about Canadian gun laws and other interesting comparison topics. We continue the conversation into the After Show, which is available exclusively to Patreon supporters. Please support our sponsors EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, CATI Armor, Jared Savik - Montana Realtor, and Minutemen Coffee. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

Join Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast host Bill Cooper and guests Dr. Rodney Harrison and his son Joshua as they talk about a new family tradition they have started…pre deer camp. The idea is to set aside a few days before regular deer camp to get everything ready. Check stands, ropes, welds, safety features, trail cameras, clear varmints out of blinds and check every possible detail that may have an effect on deer camp. Additionally,  the Harrison’s  discuss the National Deer Association’s Field

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Stuff referenced in podcast:* The Salt Lake Tribune profiles Clint Richins of Logan, who wants the State of Utah to open a ski area where “he can take his family skiing without breaking the bank.” Clint, you have an open invitation if you want to come on the pod.* Vail Resorts acknowledges Oasis Management’s nomination of four new board

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.About Bear DenTranscriptsThere are two transcripts. Both are generated by robots. Both are helpful and defective in their own unique ways. I do not proofread either of them. Transcript 1: Click the “transcript” button at the top of this article. This is the transcript that the robots create when I upload the podcast to the internet. The cool

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is stocking up on canned corn ahead of the Robot Apocalypse. To support this worthy cause, please sign up for my skiing newsletter:Today’s episode answers questions from paid subscribers. I’m not including the Zoom transcript since I am the only one speaking, and the built-in transcript (click button above) will take you to any point in the audio when you click on the associated text block. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is made in the USA. Thank you for supporting independent ski journalism.About CaberfaeOwned by: The Meyer FamilyYear founded: 1937Pass affiliations:* Ikon Pass: 2 days, blackouts* Freedom Pass: 3 days, no blackouts Base elevation: 1,076 feetSummit elevation: 1,561 feetVertical drop: 485 feetSkiable Acres: 200Average annual snowfall: 120 inchesLift count: 5 (1 fixed-grip quad, 3 triples, 1 carpet – view Lift Blog’s inventory of Caberfae’s lift fleet)The Zoom