Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Podcast Episode 28 - Shine on Diamond Peak Nevada (October 12, 2021)

Diamond Peak Ski Resort (Nevada) shines brightly from the northeastern shore of Lake Tahoe. A hidden gem, some say is “overlooked and underrated,” but with abundant glade zones and breathtaking views of “Big Blue” from most trails, translates to must ski. Almost a dozen trivia questions cover the 50+ year history of the ski area, which should explain why Diamond Peak or - Ski Incline - if you’re an “OG” – is highly rated across the globe. Bear with the ridiculousness of the ‘Tips Up’ segment; what can I say, the spirit(s), tastes and flavors of the season have led to the absence of podcast reason! (Rhyme intended.) And be "shore" (lake pun intended) to catch the relaxing vibes of DP's old slogan..."ski happy," friends!

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 27 - Mount Bohemia Rhapsody (September 18, 2021)

This solo episode features ‘no beginners allowed’ Mount Bohemia, Michigan, on the Keweenaw Peninsula, a remote finger of land that extends 80 miles into Lake Superior. Get your preseason stoke via Bohemia TV, hear why COVID may be the best thing to happen to the ski industry (not my words!), and hear how Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody unknowingly speaks to skiers and riders. Nine trivia questions about Mount Bohemia will surely make you want to buy a $99 season pass or day lift ticket (just not on Saturdays). Indeed, Mount Bohemia has extreme backcountry, a haunted valley, and middle earth, sans snowmaking and grooming.

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 26 - 100-Miler Victory in the Badlands (August 15, 2021)

In these dog days of August, imagine running 107 miles, in 90-degree day-time heat, with 12,000 feet of elevation gain and no human beings in sight for hours. Epic adventure or outdoor nightmare? According to Danny Manimbo, just another day of practicing "drive, self-motivation and staying at it." Hear about a secret weapon for trail runners, the importance of chicken parm at marathons and that skiing and riding does exist in North Dakota. The trivia games follow a deep rabbit hole in the badlands, while meandering back to Colorado. Hope to see you on the trail! 

Danny's Resolve Fund-raising page: https://www.classy.org/campaign/manimbo-ultramarathon/c345917

Danny's blog: https://www.schellman.com/blog/tough-to-conceive 

President Theodore Roosevelt's "The Man in the Arena Speech:" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A311CnTjfos 

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast - Year-round Yawgoo Valley, Rhode Island (July 22, 2021)

Many ski areas have become year-round destinations with tons of summer and fall activities to keep passholders and visitors entertained and excited for the next season. That is certainly the case at Yawgoo Valley, Rhode Island, a summer waterpark destination which transforms into a ski, ride, and tubing area when the thermometer drops below freezing. Yawgoo Valley is a great option for kids, families, and novices, night skiers, and rewards season passholders with 3 no restriction days at 13 partner resorts across the country (5 in the Northeast). Sure, their constantly evolving vertical drop may be the source of your next dinner table argument, but wash down those worries with an ice cold ‘Gansett! Happy summer Powder Hounds!

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 24 – Powder Mountain Utah (June 14, 2021)

The off-season is in full swing, with trivia questions ranging from winter season pass offerings for 21-22, to transformational capital projects, to a decades closed ski bump on a Vermont farm set to re-open next season. The episode carves out time in the Watsatch, at “Pow Mow” to locals; and Powder Mountain (Utah) for the rest of us. Yes, this multi-round trivia game show covers a lot of ground – just like those 8,000+ acres at Pow Mow! Host Shawman also gets sweet vindication from his salad insult, gives rollerblading a try and dares runners to a sprint Fastest Known Time challenge at sea level. 

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 23 - Backcountry Winter Camping (May 12, 2021)

While the winter season may have ended, the truism that there is no camping season (camp all year long!) lives on in this mile high episode. Backcountry winter camping expert and battery mate Adam makes a strong case to add winter camping to the next ski trip – or ski trek. Our conversation covers blueprints for building a snowfort, strategies to keep warm in super cold conditions, preparation for remote camping while stringing together some comical tales from the past. Importantly, cafeteria trays do work as sleds in a pinch. Unpack your foldable green camping chair and sit outside to listen to this guide on backcountry camping.

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 22 - Your Salads Suck!? (April 20, 2021)

This solo episode begins with a comical recounting of some tough love about salad creations. Listeners will also get a round of “read, listen and watch” recommendations and of course, Ski News of the Week-ish trivia questions. Trivia questions cover a lot of ground including season pass news, extreme winter sports competitions, ski technology, a hearty yard sale and even some college campus shenanigans. It may be spring time but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a trivia-induced good time!

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 21 - March Mogul Madness (March 25, 2021)

A Powder Hounds Podcast tradition may have been born with the inaugural March Mogul Madness! This bracket-based ski trivia game challenges three old guards from Colorado on their "Rocky[ies]" past, while also celebrating the collective failures of our actual college basketball brackets. Learn about some of the fun spring skiing traditions in the Centennial State, unusual ski area history as well as how to enjoy fireworks safely. The Elite Eight await!

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 20 - Skiing at Midnight (February 12, 2021)

This solo episode begins with a comical recounting of a covert midnight skiing operation in a sleepy neighborhood following a recent Nor’easter. Listeners will also get some “read, listen and watch” recommendations and of course, Ski News of the Week-ish trivia questions! Trivia questions span Coast to Coast with good vibe updates out of Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, New York, Utah, & Vermont. And the snow keeps on coming!

Powder Hounds Ski Trivia Game Podcast Episode 19 - Ascutney: Vermont's Mountain on the Rise! (February 1, 2021)

This episode will cover the 70-year-ish history of Mount Ascutney in Vermont. Guests Lindsey, Ray and Sean talk learning to ski at Ascutney, the mountain’s bumpy ride as a commercial ski area, its current four season identity and, their wish list as the mountain gradually grows more offerings. Also, three trivia games challenge the guests’ knowledge, with two games specific to Mount Ascutney. And the final trivia question spirals into five over times! And a highly coveted hot sauce awaits the trivia champion.