SKI NEWS FROM THE OUTSIDE LIFE HQ
When Will the Lifts Start Spinning? 2025-26 Projected Resort Opening Dates
In just a couple months we’ll be chasing fresh POW(Daze), toasting cold ones on the mountain, and hitting the town with the crew, so we figured it’s time to give you the scoop on when the season officially kicks off. Here’s your 2025-26 forecast for when some of your favorite resorts are expected to open. As always: these dates are projections - weather, snowmaking, and conditions can shift things.
Après Ski & Winter Music Festivals: The Coolest Trend Heating Up America
For decades, après ski has been a beloved tradition in Europe. That Euro energy has finally landed stateside, but in true American style, it’s bigger, louder, and infused with music festivals that turn ski towns into full-blown snow parties. And now? College students don’t have to wait until graduation or a trip to Europe to experience it. Outside Life is bringing that après + festival energy with its PowDaze Experiences, making it easier than ever to live the aprés dream.
How College Students Can Get Involved with Outside Life this Winter!
No matter if you’re involved in Greek life, student clubs, or professional organizations on campus, there are endless ways to get plugged into Outside Life. Rally your friends and get them hyped for the ultimate winter adventure including trips to one of 45+ world-class resorts. So, how do you join in? Become an Outside Life Ambassador! Ambassadors can score amazing perks like a FREE ski trip, Ikon Pass, Epic Pass, and more. The role is simple: share your passion for winter with your community and show them that LIFE IS BEST LIVED OUTSIDE.
Summer Adventure Checklist: What to Pack for a Weekend in the Mountains 🏞️🌄
Welcome to your ultimate Summer Adventure Checklist — built for thrill-seekers, nature lovers, and college students chasing epic memories in the mountains.
Elevate Your Adventure: OLX & Powderbird Heli-Skiing 🏂🚁
Outside Life Experiences (OLX) delivers epic backcountry excursions, and their collaboration with Powderbird Heli-Skiing takes things next-level. Here's a rundown of key offerings, prices, dates, perks, and what makes these skiing adventures unforgettable!
Why You Should Sign Up for the Outside Life Experiences Mammoth Mountain Biking Trip
Join the Outside Life Experiences (OLX) Mammoth Mountain Biking Trip this July 24–27, 2025 in California this summer. Whether you're a seasoned shredder or totally new to mountain biking, this all-inclusive adventure delivers the perfect blend of challenge, community, and convenience.
Join the OLX Community in Patagonia, Argentina for the Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Summer Camp
OLX is offering a Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Summer Camp in Patagonia, Argentina this August 2025 so winter never has to end! While your friends are baking in the summer heat, you'll be slashing powder turns in the Andes. For core adventure that goes beyond the ordinary, the OLX Patagonia trip with Outside Life Experiences is your ultimate ticket to the Southern Hemisphere’s winter wonderland!
Join the OLX Community Discord Forum
Join the free OLX community discord forum! Learn more, interact with the OLX community, and gain access to discounts from our partners!
Why Every College Student Should Buy the Discounted Ikon Pass Through Outside Life 🎿
If you’re a college student who loves skiing or snowboarding, or even someone who wants to start hitting the slopes, there’s no better time than now to score an Ikon Pass through Outside Life. This isn't just any pass, it's your gateway to unlimited adventure and next-level college experiences in the mountains!
The OL X-perience
Embark on thrilling journeys with Outside Life Experiences (OLX), where a worldwide community of adventure lovers and adrenaline seekers awaits. We offer exclusive, high-energy travel experiences that stretch the limits of discovery and redefine adventure. With us, your X-perience gets a whole new level of excitement.