Whiteface, Gore, and Belleayre Mountains in Full Swing with Competition With the ski and snowboard season picking up momentum at Whiteface, Belleayre and Gore Mountains, racers and riders have a full slate of competitive events taking place. With different sized events and levels of competition for a wide variety of age groups, these events create… Read more »
Big dreams plus hard work is a simple but powerful formula for making great things happen. If you need any proof, just keep your eye on ski jumper Tate Frantz. He’s a Lake Placid local who’s had skis strapped to his feet since the age of two and now at 18 is an elite level… Read more »
Anything possible when FIS Ski Jumping World Cup competition arrives at the Olympic Jumping Complex Competition among the world’s best is flying high as the International Ski and Snowboard Federation’s (FIS) Ski Jumping World Cup prepares to return to Lake Placid February 9 through 11. Around the world, the biggest names in the sport are… Read more »
The Olympic Regional Development Authority announces that final preparations are underway for the return of the Viessmann FIS Ski Jumping World Cup tour to the Olympic Jumping Complex in Lake Placid, N.Y., from Friday, Feb. 9 through Sunday, Feb. 11. Following in the footsteps of last year’s success, the Olympic Authority plans to enhance the… Read more »
What you need to know to squeeze the most from your experience and make memories to last a lifetime. With the greatest vertical drop east of the Rockies, three peaks, 94 trails, nearly 300 skiable acres, 12 lifts, and terrain for every skill level, there’s no place for family adventure like Whiteface. Don’t miss out… Read more »
Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Gore Mountain stands as both a monument to the region’s natural beauty and a leader in the outdoor excitement it has to offer. Those who know it understand it is far more than a mountain. It’s an invitation to an unforgettable adventures! Because whether you’re a seasoned skier… Read more »
PRIDE CENTER OF THE CAPITAL REGION TO HOST NEW YORK’S ONLY PRIDE SKI WEEKEND IN JANUARY LGBTQ+ Community Invited to Two-Day Event at Belleayre Mountain in The Catskills A new event in 2024 will add wintertime wonder to the roster of activities available to LGBTQ+ residents and travelers in New York State. The Capital Region’s… Read more »
The Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces a special ceremony during the Pioneer Day celebration on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at the North Creek Snow Bowl. Four new plaques will be added to the wall of the Joe Minder Lodge to honor individuals who have played an instrumental role in the development of the Ski… Read more »
The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces a sponsorship agreement with Adirondack Beverages and Polar Beverages. This partnership brings together lifestyle brands that align with the Olympic Authority and its commitment to sporting excellence and environmental stewardship. Adirondack Beverages and its parent company Polar Beverages provide crafted soft drink options for… Read more »
For more than 100 years, the New York Olympic Region has been a crucible for breakthroughs in winter sport. Those big wins and milestones, however, are not the sole realm of Olympians. Here, achievements big and small are made by the full scope of athletes because at the Olympic Authority venues, sport for all is… Read more »