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5 of the Best Places to Ski in the American West-With Luxe Resorts, Rugged Mountains, and More

The American West offers diverse ski destinations—powder, terrain, vibes, and family-friendly options—with Jackson Hole providing extreme runs, beginner access, direct flights, and upscale amenities.

Science

fromHigh Country News

1 week ago

See the West's rich geologic past - High Country News

The Western United States' landscapes reflect deep geologic history spanning billions to millions of years, shaping present-day landforms, ecosystems, and resources.

Snowboarding

fromSnowBrains

1 week ago

NASA: The West Faces Snow Drought - SnowBrains

Western U.S. mountain snowpack in early 2026 is unusually low, with warm conditions causing much precipitation to fall as rain and creating a snow drought.

Travel

fromTravel + Leisure

2 months ago

4 Luxury Hotels in the American West That Prioritize Sustainability

Luxury western U.S. nature resorts combine high-end accommodations with conservation-focused practices and immersive outdoor experiences.

fromHigh Country News

2 months ago

The West's vanishing porcupines - High Country News

PORCUPINES ARE WALKING PINCUSHIONS. Their permanently unkempt hairdo is actually a protective fortress of some 30,000 quills. But their body armor can be a liability, too - porcupines are known to accidentally quill themselves. "They're big and dopey and slow," said Tim Bean, an ecologist at California Polytechnic State University who has collared porcupines as part of his research. They waddle from tree to tree, usually at night, to snack on foliage or the nutrient-rich inner layer of bark.

Environment