The Beat

Lake Placid, N.Y. (March 6, 2026) – The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) announces that 2026/27 season passes for all three New York State ski mountains are now on sale. This includes the SKI3 Season Pass, which provides access to Gore Mountain, Belleayre Mountain, and Whiteface Mountain, offering an unmatched skiing and riding experience across three premier alpine destinations.

February 23–24

Canandaigua, NY – Bristol Mountain proudly hosted the New York State Skiing Championship on February 23 and 24, welcoming top high school Alpine and Nordic athletes from across the state for two days of elite competition on its nationally recognized slopes.

Canandaigua, N.Y. — Bristol Mountain hosted the United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA) Mideast Regional Alpine Ski Competition on February 21–22. The two-day event featured top collegiate alpine skiers from across the region competing in slalom and giant slalom disciplines.

Lake Placid, N.Y. (December 14, 2025) – Lake Placid’s Mt Van Hoevenberg, home of North America’s first bobsled track, is preparing to welcome the world’s top luge athletes this weekend, December 19–20, for the FIL Luge World Cup. As the historic venue approaches its 100th anniversary, it continues to serve as one of the most technically demanding proving grounds in the sport, featuring 20 curves, a steep gradient, and the legendary “Devil’s Highway.” Many competitors arriving in Lake Placid are Olympic hopefuls sharpening their form ahead of the 2026 Winter Games.

Canandaigua, New York (December 5, 2025) - We are thrilled to announce the opening of the 2025-26 winter season at Bristol Mountain, starting tomorrow, Saturday, December 6th! With the Comet Express Chairlift ready to whisk you up the slopes, we invite all advanced skiers to enjoy the thrill of three exhilarating trails: Ursa Major, Upper Rocket, and Lower Rocket. Our opening day will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering a full day of adventure and excitement.

“Paw Prints on the Mountain” turns one woman’s birthday into a fundraiser for shelter pets

Warwick, N.Y. (Nov 19, 2025) - Mount Peter, New York’s Family Mountain now celebrating its 90th season, will host Paw Prints on the Mountain, a community tubing event to benefit the Warwick Valley Humane Society, on Saturday, December 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $39 for two hours of tubing, and a portion of proceeds will be donated to support local shelter animals.

Orange County, N.Y. - Don’t let winter weather tempt you to stay inside! If you’re looking for a low-impact, highly enjoyable way to enjoy the snowy, brisk outdoors, snowshoeing is a perfect activity. And Orange County, N.Y., offers ideal settings to engage in safe treks across our beautiful landscapes.

Orange County, N.Y. (Jan. 19, 2024) – Hey there winter enthusiasts! Picture this: Orange County, N.Y. – your ultimate playground for winter wonders! Whether it's skiing, skating, snowmobiling, tubing or snowshoeing, we’ve got the adventure you’ve been looking for – and it’s just an hour away from New York City!…

LGBTQ+ Community Invited to Two-Day Event at Belleayre Mountain in The Catskills

Albany, N.Y. – A new event in 2024 will add wintertime wonder to the roster of activities available to LGBTQ+ residents and travelers in New York State. The Capital Region’s first-ever Pride Ski Weekend will be held January 20 – 21 at Belleayre Mountain, featuring two fabulous days of slope-side fun for the LGBTQ+ community.