RED Mountain Uncovered: The Ski Patrol, The Locals, The Powder

Have you ever wanted to peel back the layers and explore what really makes your favourite mountain tick? Look no further than this incredible little segment on RED Mountain, BC.A place that is truly shaped by skiing and the essence of the mountains is felt all throughout every nook and cranny of not only the ski resort but the Canadian mountain town of Rossland which can be found at the base of the resort. Jam packed with people who care deeply about the mountains and the joys that come with them. When the sun goes down this place starts humming with locals filling out the ski bars exchanging stories of the incredible lines they hit during the day and genuinely enjoying each other, if you are looking to be seen in your latest Gucci attire by the who’s who of town then Vail or Aspen might be more up your alley.Check out this wicked video to get you in the mood right before the start of the ski season. Red Mountain. This gem of a mountain is less than 10 miles north of the US-Canada border, nestled just on the outskirts of Rossland, a small town in south-eastern British Columbia, and this segment from Warren Miller's "FACE OF WINTER" shows how it truly embodies the spirit of skiing. It is independently owned by a collective of skiers, and you can feel the personal touch. The Red Mountain Ski Patrol is a tight-knit group of hearty souls whose sole goal each and every day is to ensure safe skiing for everyone. Early mornings, whipping wind, and icicles forming on their faces won't stop this crew. Even in the worst and most brutal of winter conditions, this team of dedicated patrollers is out there, working hard, driven by an "enjoyment of the suffering." Former Olympic skier, Kaylin Richardson, along with Freeskiing champion, Dennis Risvoll, and local Red Mountain phenom, Simon Hillis, got together to blast through some trees, hit some cliffs, and rip around this world class terrain.This ski resort is spread out over 4 peaks each with their own unique style. The centrepiece of the resort is Granite Mountain where riders can reach the summit and access 360° descents ranging from mellow greens to insane double black diamonds.Offering up over 3,800 acres of rideable terrain this puts RED Mountain resort in top 10 largest ski resorts in North America, these stats are huge for a under the radar ski resort. The resort has 8 lifts which move riders around to all corners of the resort to access the 119 ski runs available. Explore RED Mountain