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New Lone Peak Tram revolutionizes terrain access for Big Sky skiers

Lone Peak stands out in the Madison range, both in a literal geographic sense and in the hearts and minds of many as a thrilling and expansive ski mountain. As winter approaches, construction is wrapping up for a new and improved Lone Peak Tram that will revolutionize skiing at Big

Behind closing decisions for Bozeman’s ski areas

Behind closing decisions for Bozeman’s ski areas

As we enter the last month of classes, summer is on the way and that means the local ski resorts are shutting it down for the 2022-23 winter season. Bridger Bowl’s last day was Sunday, April 9 and Big Sky's closing on Sunday, April 23. As

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.

Bridger Bowl’s cutest employees sniff out safety

Bridger Bowl’s cutest employees sniff out safety

Editor’s Note: Descriptions of terrain using the word “backcountry” in this story have been corrected to use the word “ridge.” Bridger Bowl’s ridge terrain differs from backcountry terrain because it is patrolled and within the ski area boundary. Backcountry terrain is out of bounds and not patrolled. Bozeman’

Slick skis and fast horses compete at Big Sky Skijoring.

Slick skis and fast horses compete at Big Sky Skijoring.

Four hooves, three heartbeats, two skis and one goal to get the fastest time. A skijoring competition in Big Sky last weekend combined these elements into one of the most exhilarating winter sports. “You’re basically being towed behind a towboat, but the towboat is alive, and the person on

Out for the Season: Torn ACLs are pushing students to the sidelines

Out for the Season: Torn ACLs are pushing students to the sidelines

As the ski season unfolds, more and more students are returning to classes from Bridger Bowl on crutches. The main culprit? Torn ACLs. An estimated 17,500 skiers tear their ACLs in the U.S., accounting for a third of all ski injuries annually, according to researchers at the University