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In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Leah Waaramaki, a ski mom and the Customer Service Supervisor at Nikwax North America. Leah shares her unique journey from winemaking to joining the outdoor gear industry and offers expert advice on how to take care of your ski gear to ensure it lasts for years and can be passed down from kid to kid. 

Learn about Nikwax's eco-friendly aftercare products, how to properly clean and waterproof your gear, and tips for testing the effectiveness of your waterproofing. Leah also explains her role at Nikwax and how their small but dedicated team provides exceptional customer service.

We also loved learning about Leah’s home ski resort of Alpental and all about the unique culture of Lot 3.  Lot 3 is her family’s home base for weekend family camping ski trips, which sounds like so much fun! 

Leah is a wealth of knowledge for keeping you and your family happy and dry when skiing.

Resources:

Get your nikwax products at www.nikwax.com 

SKIMOMS24  for 20% off in the US
SKIMOMS24CA  for 20% off in Canada

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In this episode we meet Maureen Poshman founder of Promo Communications, a PR agency based in Aspen, Colorado that specializes in luxury travel and hospitality. Maureen and her family have lived in Aspen for many years and she shares her extensive knowledge of the area.

Maureen’s agency works with Portillo, a fantastic ski resort in Chile, located a 2 hour drive from Santiago airport. Maureen tells us all about Portillo, which really does sound like a perfect family ski destination. Portillo is the oldest ski resort in South America, celebrating its 75th anniversary this season. Portillo offers an all-inclusive ski week package with lodging, meals, and lift tickets at the iconic yellow hotel surrounded by 15,000 ft peaks.

We talked about planning a family ski trip to Portillo, which would be during our North American summer.. The ski season runs from June/July through late September. Families will love the kids ski free weeks, childcare, hotel activities, and ski-in/ski-out convenience. Rates are around $4,000 per person for a week, that includes hotel, meals and lift tickets.

We loved learning how Maureen balances running her business with an active lifestyle.  Maureen takes advantage of powder days, even if that means working later into the evening. She also works in time for yoga, skinning and family ski days. And for those of us dreaming of a life in Aspen, we learned about workforce housing that aims to make living there feasible for families. It’s clear that real estate prices have soared, and the community strives to remain accessible.

Keep up with the Latest from Ski Portillo:

• Website: https://skiportillo.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiportillo

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

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!
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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.

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In this episode we meet Maureen Poshman founder of Promo Communications, a PR agency based in Aspen, Colorado that specializes in luxury travel and hospitality. Maureen and her family have lived in Aspen for many years and she shares her extensive knowledge of the area.

Maureen’s agency works with Portillo, a fantastic ski resort in Chile, located a 2 hour drive from Santiago airport. Maureen tells us all about Portillo, which really does sound like a perfect family ski destination. Portillo is the oldest ski resort in South America, celebrating its 75th anniversary this season. Portillo offers an all-inclusive ski week package with lodging, meals, and lift tickets at the iconic yellow hotel surrounded by 15,000 ft peaks.

We talked about planning a family ski trip to Portillo, which would be during our North American summer.. The ski season runs from June/July through late September. Families will love the kids ski free weeks, childcare, hotel activities, and ski-in/ski-out convenience. Rates are around $4,000 per person for a week, that includes hotel, meals and lift tickets.

We loved learning how Maureen balances running her business with an active lifestyle.  Maureen takes advantage of powder days, even if that means working later into the evening. She also works in time for yoga, skinning and family ski days. And for those of us dreaming of a life in Aspen, we learned about workforce housing that aims to make living there feasible for families. It’s clear that real estate prices have soared, and the community strives to remain accessible.

Keep up with the Latest from Ski Portillo:

• Website: https://skiportillo.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skiportillo

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

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Welcome to the Ski Moms Podcast, where we dive into the experiences and insights of skiing families. Today, we’re excited to share the findings from our Ski Moms Happiness Survey.

Survey Overview:

• The survey reached out to 1,000 women to understand the challenges and barriers they face in the skiing community.
• Our goal is to identify issues and advocate for changes that make skiing more inclusive and enjoyable for families.

Key Findings:

1. Affordable Lessons: A staggering 94% of respondents indicated they would ski or snowboard more often if affordable group lessons were available for their children.
2. Breastfeeding Facilities: About 59% of moms reported difficulties finding a clean, quiet place to breastfeed at ski areas.
3. On-Mountain Childcare: An overwhelming 87% of participants expressed that access to on-mountain childcare would encourage them to ski more.

Industry Insights:

• The survey revealed a significant gap in how the ski industry supports families:
  • Only 44% of moms feel the industry cares about supporting families.
  • A concerning 55% disagree that the industry is doing everything it can to support families.

Call to Action:

• We discuss how the industry can address these issues, from providing dedicated lactation spaces to improving on-site family facilities.

Conclusion:

• The Ski Moms Happiness Survey offers invaluable insights for the ski industry to become more family-friendly. Let’s keep the conversation going and work towards a more inclusive skiing experience for everyone.

Contact Information:

• For a full copy of the survey, please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected].
• Join our community and stay updated with the latest from Ski Moms at www.skimomsfun.com.

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

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Welcome to the Ski Moms Podcast, where we dive into the experiences and insights of skiing families. Today, we’re excited to share the findings from our Ski Moms Happiness Survey.

Survey Overview:

• The survey reached out to 1,000 women to understand the challenges and barriers they face in the skiing community.
• Our goal is to identify issues and advocate for changes that make skiing more inclusive and enjoyable for families.

Key Findings:

1. Affordable Lessons: A staggering 94% of respondents indicated they would ski or snowboard more often if affordable group lessons were available for their children.
2. Breastfeeding Facilities: About 59% of moms reported difficulties finding a clean, quiet place to breastfeed at ski areas.
3. On-Mountain Childcare: An overwhelming 87% of participants expressed that access to on-mountain childcare would encourage them to ski more.

Industry Insights:

• The survey revealed a significant gap in how the ski industry supports families:
  • Only 44% of moms feel the industry cares about supporting families.
  • A concerning 55% disagree that the industry is doing everything it can to support families.

Call to Action:

• We discuss how the industry can address these issues, from providing dedicated lactation spaces to improving on-site family facilities.

Conclusion:

• The Ski Moms Happiness Survey offers invaluable insights for the ski industry to become more family-friendly. Let’s keep the conversation going and work towards a more inclusive skiing experience for everyone.

Contact Information:

• For a full copy of the survey, please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected].
• Join our community and stay updated with the latest from Ski Moms at www.skimomsfun.com.

Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
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Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS.

As an organization, we decided that standing on the sidelines waiting for change simply wasn't an option. The Ski Moms are trying to remove the friction points that keep more families from the slopes. We've built a huge, supportive online community of women helping women to get out and play. Now we're providing the ski industry with the data they need to be agents of change.

In this week’s podcast, we talk to three more moms from our group about what’s working in the industry and what’s not.  We’re grateful to Anne Lemon, Ashley Nevlings and Katherine Sanpere for sharing their stories.

The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we followed up the survey with a number of long format interviews that we are sharing here.. 

For a full copy of the survey email:

[email protected]
[email protected]

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

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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Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here.

Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS.

As an organization, we decided that standing on the sidelines waiting for change simply wasn't an option. The Ski Moms are trying to remove the friction points that keep more families from the slopes. We've built a huge, supportive online community of women helping women to get out and play. Now we're providing the ski industry with the data they need to be agents of change.

In this week’s podcast, we talk to three more moms from our group about what’s working in the industry and what’s not.  We’re grateful to Anne Lemon, Ashley Nevlings and Katherine Sanpiere for sharing their stories.

The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we followed up the survey with a number of long format interviews that we are sharing here.. 

For a full copy of the survey email:

[email protected]
[email protected]

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
Join the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook Group
Instagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun

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Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here.

Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS.

The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we following up the survey with a number of long format interviews. This podcast is part of that effort. You'll meet Mary Nitsche, Erica Cullman and Katie Bryant to hear from them about their ski mom WINS and FAILS. 

For a full copy of the survey email:

[email protected]
[email protected]

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. 

Support the show

Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
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Ski Moms Ski Rental Homes
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Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here.
Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS.

The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between them and their ski mom dreams. In an effort to break down barriers and make skiing more inclusive, we following up the survey with a number of long format interviews. This podcast is part of that effort. You'll meet Mary Nitsche, Erica Cullman and Katie Bryant to hear from them about their ski mom WINS and FAILS. 

For a full copy of the survey email:
[email protected]
[email protected]

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
Join the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook Group
Instagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun

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In this episode we meet Corinne Prevot the founder of Skida, and her mom Margie. Skida is a Vermont based gear and apparel company that is known for their colorful neck gaiters, headbands, and other outdoor accessories. 

Corrine and Margie walk us through Skida’s origins story, starting when Corrine was a high school student and ski racer in Vermont. We hear about the very first Skida hats and how Corinne later  balanced entrepreneurship, skiing, and studies at Middlebury College (with a lot of help from her mom). 

Skida gives back to the outdoor community, both big and small with partnerships ranging from local ski programs to the US Ski Team. 

We loved learning about the Skida +1 program where for every Alpine or Nordic Hat purchase that is placed with a Skida Plus One promotional code, Skida will donate one hat to the corresponding cancer center. 

Keep up with the Latest from Skida:

• Website: skida.com (use code skimoms15 for 15% off your order)
• Instagram: @skidagram
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/skida

Resources:

Skida +1 Program: skida.com/pages/plusone

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. 

Support the show

Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
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