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Highlights from the Conversation:

1. King Pine Ski Area: Amanda shares insights about the unique charm of King Pine Ski Area. Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, it offers family-friendly slopes, breathtaking views, and a cozy alpine atmosphere.
2. Family Skiing: Amanda discusses her experiences skiing with her family. From spending time in the glades to enjoying après-ski, she emphasizes the joy of creating lasting memories on the slopes.
3. Après-Ski Rituals: Amanda spills the beans on her favorite post-ski rituals. Whether it’s gathering around the fireplace, swapping ski stories, or indulging in comfort food, après-ski moments are an essential part of the skiing lifestyle.
4. Trip Planning: Amanda shares tips for planning the perfect family vacation to New Hampshire.
5. Community Spirit: Amanda reflects on the tight-knit ski community at King Pine. It’s not just about skiing; it’s about fostering connections, supporting one another, and celebrating the love for snow.

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1. King Pine Ski Area: Amanda shares insights about the unique charm of King Pine Ski Area. Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, it offers family-friendly slopes, breathtaking views, and a cozy alpine atmosphere.
2. Family Skiing: Amanda discusses her experiences skiing with her family. From spending time in the glades to enjoying après-ski, she emphasizes the joy of creating lasting memories on the slopes.
3. Après-Ski Rituals: Amanda spills the beans on her favorite post-ski rituals. Whether it’s gathering around the fireplace, swapping ski stories, or indulging in comfort food, après-ski moments are an essential part of the skiing lifestyle.
4. Trip Planning: Amanda shares tips for planning the perfect family vacation to New Hampshire.
5. Community Spirit: Amanda reflects on the tight-knit ski community at King Pine. It’s not just about skiing; it’s about fostering connections, supporting one another, and celebrating the love for snow.

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In this episode we meet with sisters, Kailey and Karissa, the founders of Iksplor.  Karissa is the CEO, Kailey is the Chief Marketing Officer. Iksplor is a Jackson Hole based, sustainably sourced, ski base layer clothing company.  All their clothing is made from ethically sourced extra fine merino wool that makes outdoor adventures easier, longer and cozier!  Iksplor makes clothing for the whole family from infant to adults. 

They share their early childhood memories of skiing with their grandfather and parents starting at ages 2 & 3 years old. The sisters grew up in Colorado, skiing mainly on the weekends at Vail.

We learn about the inspiration that led Kailey and Karissa to start Iksplor and why they decided to focus on ski base layers. They think that base layers make or break your ski day or outdoor adventure, we could not agree more. It was really interesting to learn about how the sisters landed on merino wool, what is so special about it and how to properly care for your wool base layers. Iksplor has a wide variety of products including socks, hats and their newest first to market nursing base layer top. 

We also talk about how they divide and conquer the many roles they have to play to keep Iksplor running smoothly - ranging from sales and marketing to product design. 

Karissa and Kailey share all sorts of great insider tips on Jackson Hole and Snow King - from where to eat with kids to their favorite bakery and coffee shop. 

Keep up with the Latest from Iksplor

Website: https://iksplor.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgoiksplor

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In this episode we meet with sisters, Kailey and Karissa, the founders of Iksplor.  Karissa is the CEO, Kailey is the Chief Marketing Officer. Iksplor is a Jackson Hole based, sustainably sourced, ski base layer clothing company.  All their clothing is made from ethically sourced extra fine merino wool that makes outdoor adventures easier, longer and cozier!  Iksplor makes clothing for the whole family from infant to adults. 

They share their early childhood memories of skiing with their grandfather and parents starting at ages 2 & 3 years old. The sisters grew up in Colorado, skiing mainly on the weekends at Vail.

We learn about the inspiration that led Kailey and Karissa to start Iksplor and why they decided to focus on ski base layers. They think that base layers make or break your ski day or outdoor adventure, we could not agree more. It was really interesting to learn about how the sisters landed on merino wool, what is so special about it and how to properly care for your wool base layers. Iksplor has a wide variety of products including socks, hats and their newest first to market nursing base layer top. 

We also talk about how they divide and conquer the many roles they have to play to keep Iksplor running smoothly - ranging from sales and marketing to product design. 

Karissa and Kailey share all sorts of great insider tips on Jackson Hole and Snow King - from where to eat with kids to their favorite bakery and coffee shop. 

Keep up with the Latest from Iksplor

Website: https://iksplor.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgoiksplor

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In this episode we meet Annie Kao and Darcie Renn of Alterra Mountain Company. Annie is the Vice President of Social Responsibility and Darcie Renn is the Vice President of Sustainability. Alterra Mountain Company owns the Ikon Pass and a wide portfolio of ski destinations across the US and Canada. 

We learn about Annie and Darcie’s career path that led them to their roles at Alterra. They share the focus and goals of their teams that include carbon reduction,renewable energy and much more. Read the full impact report here. 

We talk about ways guests can play a role in a more sustainable future when visiting the mountains, whether that be refillable water bottles or taking shuttles and carpooling.

Darcie tells us about the Mountain Collaboration for Climate Action which includes four largest ski companies in North America, Alterra Mountain Company, Boyne Resorts, POWDR Corp, and Vail Resorts working together to collaborate on climate and sustainability. 

We loved learning about how we as ski moms can help by voicing our support for forward stance initiatives and by doing small things every day. 

Keep up with the Latest from Alterra Mountain Company

Website: https://www.alterramtn.co/

Social Responsibility: https://www.alterramtn.co/social-responsibility

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Find your perfect family-friendly mountain stay—or list your own!
 👉 Browse or list at Ski Mom Family Rentals

Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.

Visit www.theskimoms.co/events to see the 2027 lineup and reserve your spot.

Get the best gear recommendations and trip-planning tips directly to your inbox. Head to skimom.substack.com to subscribe. Join for free—or upgrade for all the premium perks. 

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In this episode we meet Annie Kao and Darcie Renn of Alterra Mountain Company. Annie is the Vice President of Social Responsibility and Darcie Renn is the Vice President of Sustainability. Alterra Mountain Company owns the Ikon Pass and a wide portfolio of ski destinations across the US and Canada. 

We learn about Annie and Darcie’s career path that led them to their roles at Alterra. They share the focus and goals of their teams that include carbon reduction,renewable energy and much more. Read the full impact report here. 

We talk about ways guests can play a role in a more sustainable future when visiting the mountains, whether that be refillable water bottles or taking shuttles and carpooling.

Darcie tells us about the Mountain Collaboration for Climate Action which includes four largest ski companies in North America, Alterra Mountain Company, Boyne Resorts, POWDR Corp, and Vail Resorts working together to collaborate on climate and sustainability. 

We loved learning about how we as ski moms can help by voicing our support for forward stance initiatives and by doing small things every day. 

Keep up with the Latest from Alterra Mountain Company

Website: https://www.alterramtn.co/

Social Responsibility: https://www.alterramtn.co/social-responsibility

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In this episode, Sarah and Nicole chat with Sue Kramer, a ski instructor, race coach, and author of Be Fit to Ski: The Complete Guide to Alpine Skiing Fitness. Sue shares her tips and insights on how to prepare your body and mind for the ski season, and how to avoid injuries and fatigue on the slopes. You’ll learn about:

• The benefits of skiing as a form of exercise and recreation for moms and families.
• The four training phases that Sue recommends for skiers, starting from the spring and ending with the ski season
• The best exercises and activities for each phase, and how to adapt them to your level and goals
• The importance of warm-up, cool-down, recovery, and nutrition for optimal performance and health
• The common mistakes and myths that skiers make when it comes to fitness and technique

Sue also shares some of her personal stories and experiences from working in the ski industry for over 30 years, and how she balances her passion for skiing with her family and career. She inspires us with her enthusiasm and knowledge, and encourages us to be fit to ski and have fun on the snow!

We hope you enjoyed this episode of Ski Moms Fun Podcast. If you did, please leave us a review and subscribe to our show on Apple Podcast5, Spotify6, Stitcher7, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also join our Ski Moms Fun Facebook group and connect with other ski moms who love the snow. Thank you for listening and see you next week!

Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.

Find your perfect family-friendly mountain stay—or list your own!
 👉 Browse or list at Ski Mom Family Rentals

Get the best gear recommendations and trip-planning tips directly to your inbox. Head to skimom.substack.com to subscribe. Join for free—or upgrade for all the premium perks. 

Premium subscriptions start at just $5 a month and get to listen ad-free and unlock exclusive content, including insider travel guides, packing lists and more. 

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In this episode, Sarah and Nicole chat with Sue Kramer, a ski instructor, race coach, and author of Be Fit to Ski: The Complete Guide to Alpine Skiing Fitness. Sue shares her tips and insights on how to prepare your body and mind for the ski season, and how to avoid injuries and fatigue on the slopes. You’ll learn about:

• The benefits of skiing as a form of exercise and recreation for moms and families.
• The four training phases that Sue recommends for skiers, starting from the spring and ending with the ski season
• The best exercises and activities for each phase, and how to adapt them to your level and goals
• The importance of warm-up, cool-down, recovery, and nutrition for optimal performance and health
• The common mistakes and myths that skiers make when it comes to fitness and technique

Sue also shares some of her personal stories and experiences from working in the ski industry for over 30 years, and how she balances her passion for skiing with her family and career. She inspires us with her enthusiasm and knowledge, and encourages us to be fit to ski and have fun on the snow!

We hope you enjoyed this episode of Ski Moms Fun Podcast. If you did, please leave us a review and subscribe to our show on Apple Podcast5, Spotify6, Stitcher7, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also join our Ski Moms Fun Facebook group and connect with other ski moms who love the snow.

Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
Website: www.skimomsfun.com
Ski Moms Discount Page: https://skimomsfun.com/discounts
Ski Moms Ski Rental Homes
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In this episode we meet Robyn Gelfand, the National Program Director at She Jumps, an organization that empowers women and girls to enjoy the outdoors through hosted events, educational clinics, and fundraising climbs. She Jumps participants join for a wide variety of outdoor activities where they learn skills ranging from wilderness survival to mountaineering to outdoor medicine and more. 

Robyn started skiing around 3 years old in the Poconos (PA), and recalls wonderful family ski trips across New England and Colorado.  Robyn started a ski club in high school as a way to get more of her friends on the snow and later joined her college ski club (go UVA! wahoo) and other outdoor activities.  

Robyn walks us through her career path that started in marketing, but she kept feeling the pull of the outdoors.  The stars aligned, and Robyn found an opportunity at Outward Bound in Portland, Oregon. Later, Robyn transitioned to her position at She Jumps, and she gives us insights into her role, program funding and fundraising events. We also learn about the amazing variety of outdoor programs that are offered through SheJumps from junior ski patrol to outdoor survival skills. Be sure to mark your calendars, the She Jumps Snowpack Scholarship will open on Oct 1, 2024.

Robyn tells us about her home mountain of Mt Hood and what makes it such a special ski area. 

Keep up with the Latest from She Jumps

Website: https://www.shejumps.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shejumps/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheJumps/

Stop by Salem, Woburn, or Framingham, and head to skihaus.com to check store hours and get exact locations.

Find your perfect family-friendly mountain stay—or list your own!
 👉 Browse or list at Ski Mom Family Rentals

Register by August 15, 2026, and use code SKIMOMSRETREAT to save $100 on your trip.

Visit www.theskimoms.co/events to see the 2027 lineup and reserve your spot.

Get the best gear recommendations and trip-planning tips directly to your inbox. Head to skimom.substack.com to subscribe. Join for free—or upgrade for all the premium perks. 

Premium subscriptions start at just $5 a month and get to listen ad-free and unlock exclusive content, including insider travel guides, packing lists and more. 

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In this episode we meet Robyn Gelfand, the National Program Director at She Jumps, an organization that empowers women and girls to enjoy the outdoors through hosted events, educational clinics, and fundraising climbs. She Jumps participants join for a wide variety of outdoor activities where they learn skills ranging from wilderness survival to mountaineering to outdoor medicine and more. 

Robyn started skiing around 3 years old in the Poconos (PA), and recalls wonderful family ski trips across New England and Colorado.  Robyn started a ski club in high school as a way to get more of her friends on the snow and later joined her college ski club (go UVA! wahoo) and other outdoor activities.  

Robyn walks us through her career path that started in marketing, but she kept feeling the pull of the outdoors.  The stars aligned, and Robyn found an opportunity at Outward Bound in Portland, Oregon. Later, Robyn transitioned to her position at She Jumps, and she gives us insights into her role, program funding and fundraising events. We also learn about the amazing variety of outdoor programs that are offered through SheJumps from junior ski patrol to outdoor survival skills. Be sure to mark your calendars, the She Jumps Snowpack Scholarship will open on Oct 1, 2024.

Robyn tells us about her home mountain of Mt Hood and what makes it such a special ski area. 

Keep up with the Latest from She Jumps

Website: https://www.shejumps.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shejumps/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheJumps/

Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
Website: www.skimomsfun.com
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Ski Moms Ski Rental Homes
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Instagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun

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