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Skipping School to Ski Is Not Hot

Skipping School to Ski Is Not Hot

On any given Tuesday, the upper parking lots at Bridger Bowl are filling up by 9 a.m. While the mountain hums with activity, students’ seats remain conspicuously empty back on campus. Southwest Montana offers endless skiable terrain — some of the best in the country. It’s no secret that

Montana State 'heartbroken' to lose NCAA Skiing Championships but hopeful to host again

As Bozeman’s winter wore on with little snow, rumors began to circulate among the members of the Montana State ski teams about the fate of the 2026 NCAA Skiing Championships. In recent weeks, Alpine head coach Kris Shampeny tried to keep his athletes positive, saying nothing had been decided

MSU Strand Collective seeks to support female skiers

MSU Strand Collective seeks to support female skiers

The female skiing community in Bozeman is growing thanks to a new chapter of the Strand Collective, a nonprofit based out of the University of Utah. The organization focuses on building community among female skiers and providing support for women on and off the mountain. Junior Haley Serafino, the president

How low snowfall is impacting Bozeman

How low snowfall is impacting Bozeman

If you recently went outside in your winter jacket, you might have just about had a heat stroke. While the warmth — and lack of snowfall — in Bozeman may be concerning, as of now, the snowpack is reportedly stable. Many Bozemanites are worried about the impact of low snowfall on recreation.

Dirt Concern works towards purpose-built mountain biking trails

Dirt Concern works towards purpose-built mountain biking trails

Amidst the heavy traffic on multi-use recreation trails, mountain bikers often navigate more than just rugged terrain. Thanks to the local nonprofit Dirt Concern, upcoming trails at Bridger Bowl and Crosscut Mountain Sports Center will offer bike-specific, purpose-built areas for riding. Dirt Concern is Bozeman’s chapter

Bridger Bowl looks ahead, keeps focus on community

Bridger Bowl looks ahead, keeps focus on community

In recent years, Bridger Bowl has experienced record-breaking visitation. As the parking lots overflow with skiers and snowboarders eager to spend time on the hill, the organization looks to the future, with the announcement of its most recent Master Development Plan (MDP). The plan proposes numerous improvements to terrain

Bridger Bowl will be doubling available terrain for 2023-2024 season

DISCLAIMER: This is a satirical piece. It does not necessarily represent the views of the Exponent or its writers and should not be construed as truth. As Bozeman’s population increases at a seemingly exponential rate, the local ski area, Bridger Bowl, has received a truly unprecedented amount of traffic.