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Alpine-X is Headed to Texas!

March 2, 2022

March 2, 2022, from Alpine-X We believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience the joy of snowsports, regardless of location or weather. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we have signed a letter of intent with a dynamic partner to co-develop Alpine-X branded resorts in…TEXAS! Get ready to ski in a ten-gallon hat […]

Pattie Gonia, Teresa Baker, and José González launch The Oath at the Intersection of Planet, Inclusion, and Adventure

January 19, 2022

The Oath aims to create a sustainable and inclusive future for the planet and for the outdoor community. January 19, 2022 – Today, a collective of change-makers and thought-leaders launched The Outdoorist Oath (The Oath), an organization/education model for all outdoorists to unlearn, learn, and be in community with others advocating for people and the planet. The […]

SIA NextGen Study Offers Detailed Insights Into Growing Participation, Diversity in Snowsports

December 16, 2021

SIA is leading the way in connecting the winter outdoor industry with consumers in new and unexpected ways. Park City, Utah (December 16, 2021) – The NextGen Study of Winter Participants, a report released today by Snowsports Industries America (SIA), offers a detailed look at the perceptions of young and diverse non-participants in winter outdoor […]

Snowsports Industries America Issues Inclusion Challenge to the Winter Outdoor Community: We Can and Must Do Better

November 1, 2021

SIA Inclusion Committee Delivers Key Messages for the Industry Park City, Utah (November 1, 2021) – Snowsports Industries America (SIA) kicks off the 2021/2022 winter season with a commitment to make the industry more inclusive and diverse. Having singled out inclusion as one of the critical components for industry growth, the SIA Inclusion Committee has […]

Outdoor Biz Podcast Episode #299 – How to Future-Proof Your Business in the Digital Age with SIA President Nick Sargent

October 26, 2021

Rick Saez’s Outdoor Biz Podcast Episode #299 – How To Future-Proof Your Outdoor Business In The Digital Age With SIA President Nick Sargent October 26, 2021 The unexpected pandemic impacted a large number of businesses, most especially in the outdoor industry. So the question everyone now asks is, how can you future-proof your business with […]

PSIA-AASI and Women of Winter Launch Scholarship Program to Drive Inclusivity

September 29, 2021

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (Sept 29, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) and Women of Winter are hosting instructor training and certification events for Black, Indigenous, Women of Color that will encourage and support Women of Color to pursue opportunities to teach skiing or snowboarding. “This scholarship program […]

2021 SIA Listening Campaign Recap

August 30, 2021

We greatly appreciated all those who joined us and shared their thoughts and concerns with our regional group listening sessions. In total, we had 5 sessions and 60 participants. Below are some of the key takeaways that we heard across all of the sessions: Climate How can we make a meaningful contribution? Who is the […]

PSIA-AASI and Women of Winter Announce New Partnership

August 4, 2021

Snowsports Education Association and Women’s Empowerment Group Partner to Make Snowsports More Inclusive LAKEWOOD, Colo. (August 4, 2021) – The Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) recently partnered with Women of Winter to host instructor education events for female Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) that will encourage and […]

Rossignol Group Supports Share Winter Foundation

May 5, 2021

Partnership will further Share Winter’s Mission to increase participation and diversity in snowsports. Park City, UT – May 5, 2021 – Reinforcing the pillar of ‘Community’ within its broad-reaching Respect program, the Rossignol Group is proud to announce its support of the Share Winter Foundation. A 501(c)(3) non-profit, the Share Winter Foundation works with local […]

SIA Town Hall Series – Inclusion in the Winter Industry

April 20, 2021

SIA Town Hall Series – Inclusion in the Winter Industry As part of the ongoing effort to help the winter outdoors define a path to inclusivity, this next series of town halls is focused on changes in the workplace. From hiring to marketing, we’ll spend time talking to individuals who are putting in the work […]