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As the higher-elevation ski areas shut down late this spring (and early summer), there could still be some turns to be had on the resort. But before you start skinning uphill at your local ski hill, there are a few things to keep in mind.

It's spring! With longer days and higher sun angles, the snowpack transitions from dry to wet. Jake Hutchinson has some tips for staying safe in the springtime snowpack.

If you’ve ever skied the Rocky Mountains in the spring, you’ve surely noticed a layer of reddish-brown dust on the top of the snowpack. Here's what causes it and how we can help.

Want to be a Weather Pro? We caught up with OpenSnow’s Meteorologist Joel Gratz to find out how to track the biggest storms and predict a powder day.

Terrain is the foundation for a solid assessment of avalanche hazard. Here, Jake Hutchinson looks at how to manage terrain to maximize enjoyment in the mountains.