Can Tourism Play a Role in Climate Resilience?
Tourism powers many mountain-town economies. But as climate impacts accelerate — from low-snow winters to drought, wildfire, and shifting visitor patterns — tourism leaders are increasingly asking a new question: […]
Real talk from ski industry leaders on the winter that wasn’t: “We can take the profile of this issue to a whole new level
By Anna Robertson “It was dire.” That was how one outdoor industry leader categorized this winter at a frank conversation among leaders in the ski industry at the Progression conference, […]
Rethinking Transportation in Mountain Towns: Local Leaders Share Innovation & Challenges
Transportation in mountain towns comes with unique constraints—remote geography, steep terrain, seasonal population swings, and growing workforce housing challenges. At the Mountain Towns 2030 Climate Summit in Breckenridge, transit leaders […]
Mountain towns are leading the way in climate advocacy
“Success in advocacy isn’t measured only by outcomes; it’s about showing up, building trust, and consistently pushing for what matters,” said Bonnie Hickey Director of Sustainability at Bridger Bowl, Montana, […]