December 2013
In 1938, Arizona Snowbowl took form. Although it was in the middle of the Great Depression, a helping hand from the Civilian Conservation Corps helped establish what has become the longest continually running ski area in the country. Seventy-five years later, we take a look back at Flagstaff came to embrace alpine skiing and sustain it through the decades.
As snowbound travelers heading north descend into Camp Verde, they get their first peak at the San Francisco Peaks. Arizona Snowbowl sits like a beacon, welcoming anyone who gets their thrills from whizzing across icy, white stuff with boards strapped to their feet. Teens dream of getting the latest equipment for Christmas and locals plan out how to make the most of their season ski pass. In winter, all eyes are on the snow report. Continue reading “BLACK DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY”