Unofficial Networks

Unofficial Networks LLC was established by brothers Tim and John Konrad in Squaw Valley, California, in the fall of 2006. Initially, their website, UnofficialSquaw.com, offered daily updates on mountain conditions along with news, weather forecasts, videos, and entertainment tailored for local skiers and snowboarders. In 2010, they expanded their reach by launching UnofficialNetworks.com, which aimed to capture the global ski scene. This included recruiting local reporters in ski towns throughout North America. Since its inception, the site has garnered nearly 100 million sessions and has been referenced by major publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The San Francisco Chronicle, and ESPN. The website serves as a destination for users looking to unwind, find entertainment, access information, discover ski locations, and keep up with the latest mountain news. UnofficialNetworks.com strives to deliver the best mountain entertainment online by combining user-generated content, curated pieces, and original articles, ensuring followers receive valuable information in a straightforward and user-friendly manner.

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Canadian Ski Resort Gives Status Report On Terrain Expansion & New Chairlift

23 hours ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Alberta — One of the most overlooked ski resorts in Canada is Castle Mountain Resort. It’s a vast ski resort with terrain for all ability levels. Part of the reason it’s overlooked is that the ski resort lacks high-speed chairlifts. Well, that’s about to change. This week, Castle Mountain Resort shared a status report on the Stagecoach Express chairlift and expansion project. The video below details the work they did last offseason and what they’ve accomplished over the past few months.
American Airlines Announces New Routes To Sun Valley

1 day ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Have you been eyeing a trip to Sun Valley? If you don’t live nearby, getting there is about to get easier. Yesterday, American Airlines announced several new routes for the winter of 2025-26. The most noteworthy ones for skiers and riders are two new routes to Sun Valley. Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Phoenix (PHX) will offer daily direct flights to Sun Valley from December 18 to April 8. This means that more than 150 destinations are just one stop away from Sun Valley.
Why Badlands National Park Allows You Hike Basically Anywhere

1 day ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

When hiking, people are usually told to stay on the set trail network due to various risks. However, various national parks have an entirely different policy. One such example is Badlands National Park:“Did you know that Badlands National Park has an open hike policy? This means that you actually don’t have to stay on the trail. We know…gasp! This might go against everything you as a good, responsible National Park visitor have been taught.
Idaho Ski Resort Refurbishing 1970s Lodge

1 day ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Boise County, Idaho — After some significant changes last winter, the closest ski resort to Boise is giving one of its base lodges a facelift. This offseason, Bogus Basin is modernizing the exterior of the Pioneer Lodge. Opened back in 1973, this lodge is right next to the Morning Star Express and Bitteroot chairlifts. This exterior renovation will give the lodge a more modern look while keeping some of the retro vibes.
Idaho Supreme Court Overturns Prior Ruling That Threatened To Derail State's Ski Industry

1 day ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Boise, Idaho— Idaho’s ski industry is breathing a sigh of relief this week, as the Idaho Supreme Court has reversed a decision that threatened the future of ski resorts in the state. However, while that case has basically concluded, the ruling still provides some future risks for the ski industry. The Idaho Capital Sun reports that the Idaho Supreme Court overturned its previous ruling, stating that the skier injury lawsuit against Sun Valley Resort should be dismissed.
Sewage Company Fined For Practices At British Columbia Ski Resort

1 day ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Agassiz, British Columbia — A Canadian utility company is facing a major fine due to its actions at a popular British Columbia ski resort. The Coast Reporter shared last week that Hemlock Utility Services Ltd. was fined around C$120,000 (around $88,000) for issues with the sewage system at Sasquatch Mountain Resort. It should be noted that a third party operates the ski resort’s sewage network.
Oregon Ski Area Announces New Trail For The 2025-26 Season

2 days ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Ashland, Oregon — After adding a new chairlift last winter, Mt. Ashland is adding a new trail to support it. This week, Mt. Ashland Ski Area showcased the progress made so far on clearing a new trail in the Lithia terrain zone. The Lithia Chair, which opened last winter, is a fixed-grip triple chairlift. The Bumblebee trail is designed to provide novice skiers and riders with an alternative route down the Lithia chair that is flowy.
Did You Know That Snowbird Has Their Own Bakery?

3 days ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Snowbird is a well-regarded culinary spot, thanks to restaurants like the Steak Pit and The Aerie. They also have various great desserts at places like The Atrium and Baked at Brewed Café. What people may not know is that their treats come from one place. In a video released this week, Snowbird showed how they make their desserts. In the Cliff Lodge, there’s a large kitchen where various cooks make the treats. When they’re finished, workers ship them off to the dining outlets across the ski resort.
The New Trail Maps Of The 2024-25 Season

3 days ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

North America — The 2024-25 season saw a lot of big changes in the ski industry. This included changes to trail maps at numerous ski resorts. After writing a few weeks about the new trail map that Cardrona is debuting this winter, I thought it would be a good time to go over which ski resort maps were redesigned. Since I could’ve timed this (at least) a few months earlier, I’m also including a section on what new trail maps are on the horizon.
PGA Tour Winner Used To Be An Elite Ski Racer

3 days ago | unofficialnetworks.com | Ian Wood

Woodstock, Vermont — Keegan Bradley found his groove at the right time on Sunday. On the last four holes of the Travelers Championship, Bradley went on a -3 run, including a beautiful birdie on the final hole. Tommy Fleetwood, who led Bradley by one stroke going into the final hole, had a disastrous ending to his tournament, resulting in Bradley’s victory. While scrolling through the internet, I discovered some fascinating stories about the Bradley family.