Emma and Tennille chat to professional skier and tour manager for legendary Warren Miller ski films, Coen Bennie-Faull. We chat about Coen's credentials that got him to where he is, his local ski mountain Hotham in Victoria, resort life, best access parking, transport, kids, recommendations for accommodation, best runs, places to eat and more.


We also chat about Coen's freeride camp, who the camps are suited to, what they will learn and more.


Head to higherfreeride.com for more info.

Hotham and Freeride Camps 2024

Have you always wondered how people live a 'snowlife'? How they even know which resort to ski at? Which resorts are the best ones for your ski ability or budget. What to do there as a non-skier, how to eat healthily, how to stay warm, dry, safe and how many layers to wear? Tennille and Emma shed light on all these logistics and interview experts on shopping for snow jackets, snow skis and snow gear. They’ll uncover which snow resorts and brands are eco-friendly and sustainable, which resorts promote activities for disabilities, degenerative conditions, which ones are LGBT friendly and help you live a ‘snow life’.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

Emma and Tennille chat to para-athlete, Georgia Gunew and Amelia Hodgson , assistant guide and coach about ski life. 


We talk about how Georgia got into the sport, Amelia's role as guide on snow, Georgia's vision-impairment and travel, her competition and goals for Paris 2026 and much more. 

Georgia Gunew Is Not Letting Vision Impairment Holding Her Back

Emma and Tennille chat all about the snow resort of Val d'Iseere . How to get to Val d'sere why ski there , who it would suit (groups, couples, families, kids, non-skiers?), highlights, food and more. Warning: These two have the WORST French pronunciation ever, so listener beware!!

Val d'Isere France

Emma and Tennille chat all about Val d'Isere in France. They chat about logistics, the ski runs, acres ski life, what non-skiing activities you can do there, who this resort is good for and when to go, perspectives on French snow resorts, food options and more. 


Warning: Dreadful French accents alert!
 

All About Val d'Isere France

Emma and Tennille have a quick chat about the two Aussie films, Maven and Convergence after the April 11th Sydney sold out premiere event as it travels around the country this winter.


It's a little snapshot into some thoughts about the two films, the vibe of the event, audiences, key takeaways, inspo-moments and more. These are our independent thoughts and ideas not endorsed by any brands. 







Arc'teryx Film Tour 2024 Review

Emma and Tennille chat about Honshu (the main island) of Japan 2024 season. 
It's a general chat to help manage expectations.
What to expect about food, snow conditions, the wow-factor, travel between snow resorts, scenery, transfers, lift pricing and queues. 
We share feedback from travellers just back from Japan, with tips on where to go and when and tips on day trips and side trips. A light conversation about how to get to and navigate between resorts in Nagano and Niigata, Fukushima, Aomori, Yamagata etc. Resorts mentioned include Madarao, Myoko, Hakuba, Shiga Kogen Appi, Hachimantai, Ammihari, Bandai and Urabandai resorts to name a few. 
There 's some helpful info here regarding which resorts suits what style of skier, young kids, babies, toddlers, snow-frother, night-life lover. powder hound, family or large group to help you make decisions. An update on the extension of the bullet train service to Kutchan (Hokkaido) , new developments around Honshu and much more.


Join us at the Warren Willer , touring Australia and New Zealand from May 2024. tickets available https://snowaction.com.au/ . For all your snow news, gear reviews and info head to https://snowaction.com.au/ or to book a tour with Tennille head to https://snowlifetours.com/

Hotham and Freeride Camps 2024

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