When Albert (Al) Chatinsky drove his son, Steve, up to Flagstaff in the spring of 1976 from their home in Tucson, he was in search of a four-season town to start a new outdoor recreational business. Originally from a suburb of Minneapolis, the Chatinsky family had moved to Tucson when Steve was … [Read more...] about Route 66 Icon Changes Hands
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Flagstaff Nordic Center Open for Skiing
Flagstaff Nordic Center is open for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, one day earlier than last season. Officials report they will remain open every day except Christmas Day as long as snow conditions allow. Forecasts call for additional snowfall throughout the weekend and several … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Nordic Center Open for Skiing
Snowbowl Improving Visitor Experience
When Arizona Snowbowl opened for the 2011-2012 season last month, visitors found improvements to their skiing and snowboarding experiences. Despite waylays caused by lawsuits over snowmaking, the resort continues to work towards the proposed plan that was assembled by Arizona Snowbowl and the Forest … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Improving Visitor Experience
Preventing Ski and Snowboarding Injuries
Ski and snowboard season is quickly approaching the slopes of Snowbowl. Those unfamiliar with alpine slope activities may be hesitant to try because of the perception that these sports are dangerous. In fact, general ski injuries have been reduced by 50 percent over the past fifteen years. The most … [Read more...] about Preventing Ski and Snowboarding Injuries
Nordic Center Reporting Lots of Snow
While Arizona Snowbowl north of Flagstaff is reporting between 33-48 new inches of the white stuff with more expected this weekend, the Flagstaff Nordic Center has also received plenty of snow. The Nordic Center's Tim Allen tells FBN they have enough snow to keep skiing at the resort viable through … [Read more...] about Nordic Center Reporting Lots of Snow
