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Forbes Magazine dives into all things spring skiing in Sun Valley, Idaho. The article is full of pro tips of where to stay, eat and play. “Choose between two mountains for your spring skiing adventure. The treeless Dollar Mountain, with a vertical drop of 628 feet, is much smaller than Bald Mountain and geared toward beginner skiers, families, and small children. There’s a magic carpet, a day lodge, two newer high-speed quads, and a terrain park.” Read the full article here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/wendyaltschuler/2021/04/01/spring-skiing-in-sun-valley-offers-more-than-sunshine-and-a-serene-vibe-expect-savings-too/?sh=6d55d4d92a8e

Endemic ski outlet Snowbrains details the local skiing and riding scenes on Bald Mountain with local pro, McKenna Peterson. “When it comes to skiing Sun Valley, the choicest cuts are best explored in the company of the heavy-hitting pros who call this unforgettable destination home.” Read the full article here: https://snowbrains.com/pros-guide-to-shredding-sun-valley/

Matador dives into Sun Valley and the surrounding area’s vast outdoor recreation activities and dining scenes in both the winter and summer seasons. “Lying at the foot of Bald Mountain and the Sun Valley ski resort — the first destination ski resort in the country — Ketchum, Idaho, is well known as a ski town. But before skiing, Ketchum was a mining town, and it still retains an earthy mountain vibe. At the same time, its ski fame attracted celebrities and artists, adding a touch of refinement to the place. In fact, Ernest Hemingway is buried here, and the Sun Valley …

GoWorld Travel Magazine dives into Sun Valley’s past and present, highlighting the destination’s diverse entertainment and recreation scenes. “As the mother of American skiing, Sun Valley has never lost her charm or her good looks. At 86 years old this season, she is the epitome of elegance befitting her star-studded past.” Read the full article here: https://www.goworldtravel.com/sun-valley-skiing-idaho-america/?fbclid=IwAR0VzGJ0a_Jq23hjV0dWHNSv9Xbns-KV68QdMAORdheE9w4tQ2MtysnMmvg

Forbes Magazine dives into the dining, shopping, and off-hill activity scenes that Sun Valley has to offer outside of skiing and snowboarding. “A place that happily receives over 100” of snow each year, Sun Valley is made for the outdoors’ lover. While skiing and snowboarding may be the house special, there are so many other activities to enjoy if you do not partake in those high-speed sports. From dining to shopping to ice skating to curling up with a good book by the fireplace, Sun Valley is the place to be this Winter.” Read the full article here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jqlouise/2021/02/24/why-you-should-visit-sun-valley-whether-you-ski-or-not/

SKI Magazine took a peak at the new terrain expansion on Sun Valley Resort’s Bald Mountain. “A few years after officially announcing the terrain expansion, Sun Valley finally dropped the ropes on its backcountry-inspired pod, Sunrise, last week, after a massive storm delivered four feet of snow to the resort. The new terrain is 350 acres of bowls, glades, and chutes, and increases the resort’s skiable acres to just under 2,500. It’s also an entirely new offering for the resort best known for its long groomers and fast lifts.” Read the full article here: https://www.skimag.com/news/sun-valleys-new-terrain-expansion/

Heli Hansen explored the heli skiing scene in Sun Valley, Idaho with Sun Valley Heli Ski. “It’s unlikely that another human is within 10 miles of our picnic. The afternoon will be filled with more powder and helicopter wizardry, but it is in this moment that I find contentment, totally removed from society, and surrounded by steep untouched faces, finally enjoying a hot meal. In this moment it hits me that this “buffet” of beautiful scenery and steep lines that we are consuming is way better than any breakfast buffet, anyway. And it’s not even close.” Read the full article …

Teton Gravity Research begged the question, “why do they call this place Sun Valley?” “That’s the question I’m still asking myself on day three of the storm cycle. We haven’t seen anything remotely like the sun since Sunday, with inches of snow piling up as we looked on. The town is absolutely buried – cars are unrecognizable, roofs are sliding, and every skier in Ketchum is frothing to finally get after it after a particularly dry start to the season. One skier in particular – Karl Fostvedt – is beyond excited for the fresh coat of paint in order to …

SKI Magazine graced Sun Valley Resort with the #1 ski resort ranking for the 2020/2021 season. “After so many years of falling just shy of the top spot, Sun Valley finally claims No. 1 this year. Maybe partnering with the Epic Pass did the trick, luring more skiers than ever to this somewhat remote yet idyllic pocket of central Idaho, where the “skiing is legit,” “the locals don’t look down their noses at you,” and “there’s so much to do off the slopes, too.” What seems to capture the hearts of most visitors right off the bat is the authentic …

Travel + Leisure dives in to the arts & culture scene that Sun Valley, Idaho has to offer in the summer.  “With a literary pedigree, star-studded ballet, breathtaking symphony, and spirited visual arts scene, Sun Valley, Idaho, is much more than a premier winter ski destination. It’s also a hip summer hot spot that every serious culture lover should visit. Nearly as busy in summer as it is in winter, Sun Valley satisfies both mind and body during the warmer months when the town welcomes those in search of outdoor activities—horseback riding, golfing, fishing, shooting, biking—and offers cerebral delights that include …

The New York Times recently dug in to 5 places that you should check out in Ketchum, Idaho. Ther article taps local professional skier, Lexi Du Pont for a bit of insight to her favorite places in town.  “The city, in the shadow of Sun Valley resort, has a rich history of mining and sheep ranching, but it’s also “Wild West Idaho,” says professional skier, Lexi du Pont, a local who shares some of her favorite places.” – Lexi Dupont For the list of their top spots, hit the link below. Ready the Full Story Here

SUN VALLEY & SNOWBASIN JOIN THE EPIC PASS Two renowned resorts join the industry – leading Epic Pass for a multi-year alliance starting with the 2019-20 winter season  Sun Valley, Idaho – Feb. 6, 2019 – Sun Valley and Snowbasin announced today that they are joining the industry-leading Epic Pass in a multi-year alliance beginning with 2019-20 winter season. Both Sun Valley and Snowbasin remain independently-owned and operated and are pleased to participate in the Epic Pass. This new season pass alliance offers broad appeal for many pass holders. Sun Valley, Snowbasin, and Epic season passes go on sale in early-March. …

Sunset Magazine laid out the perfect touchpoints for planning and unforgettable trip to Sun Valley, Idaho “Many alpine destinations in the West will hook you up with demo skis, a stylish hotel room, and a crackling fire, but few do it with the panache of Sun Valley, Idaho. The idyllic valley in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains has been welcoming the rich and famous (along with plenty of regular folks) since Sun Valley Resort opened in 1936. The area’s towns have earned a reputation for being low-key celebrity hideouts (at one time for Ernest Hemingway and Gary Cooper, and, …

Ski Magazine profiled The Fire That Saved Sun Valley video project that was coordinated by Visit Sun Valley. “The Fire That Saved Sun Valley, produced and directed by Jeff Thomas and featuring professional mountain guide Joe St. Onge plus professional skiers Tyler Ceccanti, Anna Segal and Collin Collins, chronicles the aftermath of two of Central Idaho’s most destructive wildfires in recent years, and details how destruction inevitably results in change.” Catch the full film along with the rest of the write up below: The Fire That Saved Sun Valley

Freeskier Magazine dove in to what in means to a skier through the eyes of three local pros who call Sun Valley home. “Spend a night out on the town, chasing your friends around Bald Mountain and Dollar Mountain or a week exploring the vast, skiable backcountry terrain accessible from Sun Valley, including aesthetic lines in the surrounding Boulder, Pioneer and Smoky Mountains, and there’s also a good chance you’ll run into a few professional athletes that call the place home, too.” Read the full story here: The Skier’s Guide to Sun Valley

The New York Times runs through the a few things you might not have known about winter in Sun Valley, Idaho.

Central Idaho Earns Designation as the Nation’s First Dark Sky Reserve KETCHUM / SUN VALLEY, IDAHO – An organization dedicated to protecting and preserving dark skies across the globe has designated an area spanning more than 1,400 square miles in central Idaho as the nation’s first dark sky reserve. The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) announced on Dec. 18 formal approval of the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, the first of its kind in the United States and one of just 12 such reserves worldwide. The reserve stretches from Ketchum / Sun Valley to Stanley, includes area in Blaine, Boise, Custer …

Rocky Mountain Bicycles brought athletes, Thomas Vanderham & Sam Schultz to the Sun Valley, Idaho singletrack trails for a little exploration and bike testing. What they found can be best summed up with a few words from Sam: “Living in Missoula, MT, I have no shortage of pristine, buffed out singletrack right out my back door. The big difference in Sun Valley is the immense quantity of trail and the ability to ride right from town and get deep into the rugged mountains surrounding the valley.” – Sam Schultz For the full photo & video story, head over to PinkBike In …

National Geographic takes a peek at the mountain bike riding in Sun Valley, Idaho with the help of local rider, Rebecca Rusch.

Sun Valley adds new Chicago non-stop flight for teh 2017/2018 winter season!