Saturday, March 13
• Backcountry skiing is becoming more popular than ever as outdoor lovers are heading to the glades away from the crowds and “earning their turns” the old-fashioned way — no lifts or gondolas for them. The Granite Backcountry Alliance has a lot to do with the growth of the sport.
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