SnowSkool Diaries ‘23: Three Valleys, Weeks 3 & 4

From first aid to shadowing, birthdays and more apres; what's been happening during SnowSkool over the past couple of weeks!

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SnowSkool Big White Weeks 1 & 2

5th February 2023 The first few days were pretty chilled ... important to spend a few days settling in, unpacking, getting to know new course mates, loosening off ski legs and acclimating to the conditions. Acclimatisation is no more important than for the Aussie who leave home where temperatures are 40C and arrive in Canada where temperatures are -20C (or even colder!)

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Top Jobs That Are Outdoors: 11 Careers Working Outdoors

3rd February 2023 Do you ever feel stuck in a rut, completely distracted by the views outside your window? Well, you’re not alone! The average Brit spends 90% of their time inside, all while the great outdoors beckons. The best jobs that are outdoors offer respite from this disaffected feeling with changes in temperature, scenery and, yes, even adrenaline. Whether you’re a wildlife aficionado, thrill seeker, or simply want to get down and dirty with the natural world, there’s a job out there that could set you on the path to a healthier and happier life. If working outside sounds like the dream, you’ll want to consider our list of the 11 best outdoor jobs.

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The ‘would you rather’ ski season edition

20th January 2023 There are many moments when a game of ‘Would you rather’ is exactly what you need… airport waits, drinking games, long queues and slow chairlifts.

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The best ski apps we’ll be downloading this season

13th January 2023 There’s so much ski tech out there nowadays - and we love it! Some tech and apps will genuinely help you ski or ride better; some is just for fun; and some will even strike up some ‘friendly’ competition with your mates. The following is a list of the apps that we’ll be downloading for this season.

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How to become ski/snowboard instructor in 7 easy steps

6th January 2023 The mountains are calling, and you feel a hankering for the slopes. Imagine being able to experience the chill and thrill of skiing or snowboarding every day while getting paid to do so. This is a reality when you work as a ski instructor. Sounds unfeasible? What if we told you that learning how to become a ski instructor isn’t as difficult as you might think…

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SnowSkooler success: Jack’s journey from Banff to teaching in NZ and Japan

12th December 2022 We recently caught up with Jack Scott, who did SnowSkool Banff in winter 2021/2022. We wanted to share Jack’s story because, post-SnowSkool Banff, he’s bagged teaching jobs in both New Zealand and Canada.

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