Blog – Kip Sprout

March 25, 2024

Cornbiscuit to Superbowl

A series of mishaps leads to a day spent in Turnagain Pass exploring bowls Read more

March 9, 2024

Tincan Trees

Heading into the Tincan Trees pays off again. There is a reason it is a classic. Read more

March 9, 2024

Skyscraper Peak

A friend from Colorado joins on a trip to Hatcher Pass to escape from the rainforest that Girdwood is. Read more

March 9, 2024

Japanese Trees

Two friends opt for low-angle skiing in Summit Pass, Alaska, amidst avalanche concerns. After a safe, enjoyable day, they reflect on their decisions. Read more

March 9, 2024

Manitoba

1/2/24 With it being my first winter in Alaska, I felt the need to ski all of the classic areas you hear about on the peninsula and one of the names I kept hearing pop… Read more

March 9, 2024

Sunburst

My first time skiing off the top of Sunburst is a delight with powder conditions. Read more

March 9, 2024

Tincan Trees

Early-season powder attracts dedicated skiers, including a group from Snowqualmie who join in a day of tree skiing. Read more

March 9, 2024

A Weekend in Valdez

The post describes a trip to Valdez, featuring backcountry skiing, ice climbing, and a Thanksgiving dinner with new friends in a welcoming Alaskan community. Read more