After a couple of winters in Japan, I had a big problem. I couldn’t go back… Well, not easily anyway. I’d spent seasons bouncing between Falls Creek and Japan. First Niseko and then Hakuba, squeezing as much winter as I possibly could out of every year. By this point, skiing had well and truly got its hooks into me… Hakuba had been epic. I was working in rentals, skiing every opportunity I got, and essentially doing what every twenty-something ski bum was trying to do – hustle just enough income without letting work get in the way of skiing. A few […]
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Queensland snow enthusiasts, GET READY – Snow Action is expanding its footprint directly into Sunshine State as part of the 2027 Snow Travel Expo! While Queensland is famous for its sun and surf, local skiers and snowboarders are renowned for being among Australia’s most passionate winter travellers. To cater to this fast-growing audience, Snow Action is teaming up with the Snow Travel Expo to bring a dedicated hub of alpine inspiration, expert advice, and exclusive winter coverage to the Brisbane Showgrounds on May 16, 2027 “Queensland powder chasers spend serious amounts of time on the slopes every year. They head south […]
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To celebrate The Wilderness Society's 50th anniversary, Jimmy Cordwell joins a team paddling Tasmania's iconic Franklin River—reflecting on its history, the campaign that saved it, and why defending wilderness remains as important as ever.
The Outer Edge Polar Challenge is redefining modern exploration with a zero-emission, wind-powered expedition across Iceland's Vatnajökull glacier. Combining renewable energy, engineering, education, and live storytelling, the mission proves that the future of exploration is about working with nature—not against it.
WORDS: MANUELA BERCHTOLD 2 x OLYMPIAN, MOGULS As a retired Winter Olympian in mogul skiing, I can vouch for the importance of overall strength and conditioning to help you be at your best and avoid injuries. Here are some tips on strengthening your legs, core and upper body. Leg Strength is The Foundation When you are on snow, your legs are constantly working. Whether you’re carving turns on groomed snow, standing in a lift queue, or powering through rough terrain or conditions, your legs are the foundation of everything. Building leg strength is crucial for maintaining control, preventing fatigue, and keeping […]
From innovative fly tying tools to premium paddles, performance apparel, and streamlined rigging systems, this collection highlights some of the most exciting products in fly fishing today. Explore gear built to help anglers spend more time focused on the water and less time on the details.
Discover the untamed beauty of the Lower Zambezi–Mana Pools Transfrontier Conservation Area, where Zambia and Zimbabwe meet along Africa's most iconic river. From walking safaris and canoe adventures to tiger fishing and unforgettable wildlife encounters, this journey explores one of the continent's last truly wild frontiers.
The first Australian ascent of Patagonia's Central Tower of Paine
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Lakeside A-frame cabins launch near Hakuba.
How to plan the ultimate Queenstown group trip.