It is hard to imagine geeking out over a tool that has been around for over 6,000 years. But a Norweigan company set out to create a stronger, lighter, more durable and ergonomic snowshoe from scratch. The result is the Fimbulvetr, which means "Great Winter" in Old Norse. [Read more]

Simon Best has been creating geometric patterns in the snow of the French Alps for the past decade. An Englishman who creates maps for orienteering by trade, he uses those same skills to draw out his geometric patterns around the Les Arcs 2000 ski resort, where he keeps an [Read more]

The 19th annual Winter Trails Day, on January 11, 2014, is a nationwide event meant to introduce these fun activities to people of all ages. The event is held at nearly 100 venues, including resorts, nordic centers, trail systems and state and national parks. Equipment [Read more]