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• Mysterious Countdown Appears on Breckenridge Ski Resort Website

  01-08-2026 12:26 via powder.com
  Something’s happening at Breckenridge, but we aren’t sure exactly what.For the past few weeks, the Colorado ski resort has been sharing photos of a man dressed as Ullr, the Norse god associated with snow and skiing (or is it Ullr himself?), at various locations. He’s appeared at baseball stadiums, in Aspen, and on the streets of New York City in Times Square, all while hoisting a sign with a website link that reads: theyleftusoffthemap.com.Visiting the site reveals a countdown
  
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• A Million Acres Burned: Wildfire Smoke and the Privilege of Fresh Air

  01-08-2026 12:15 via powder.com
  Every skier has experienced waking up and checking the forecast, only to roll over and go back to sleep or text the chat that the plan has changed. For one reason or another, we all make concessions in a sport that’s weather-dependent.However, even on the days when we begrudgingly take out narrow skis, undoubtedly we’ve also had the thought, 'at least, I’m skiing!’ Because truly, being able to ski every day, every week, or even a few times a year is a privilege, especiall
  
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