What’cha Packing?
“Where’s your backpack?” “Which one?” is often the answer because there are backpacks for work, school, and play, as…READ MORE
All posts by Jennifer Walton
Spring is for Mother Earth: Where to Celebrate and Regenerate
Like all types of mountain enthusiasts, we are forever inspired, empowered, encouraged, and humbled by the peaks, forests, and…READ MORE
Red Bull Raid: The Ultimate Mountain Adventure Event
Calling all skiers and riders who enjoy the challenge of the climb as much as the descent. Squaw Valley’s…READ MORE
Spring’s Bluebird Days Spell H-E-R-O Snow + Matching Offers
Ski hero snow under bluebird skies and save on spring rates. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe (rates from…READ MORE
Best Places to See Wild
Often, the thought of a road trip with young children seems unbearable (Yes, we said it.). However, it doesn’t have to be.…READ MORE
Sneaks + Sunnies
New Soles and Shades for Spring Flings Even if you’re not quite out of those ski boots (many…READ MORE
Spring’s Smooth Operators
Go For The Glow With These Smoothies! BigLife Food Editor, Paulette Phlipot gathered the prettiest, tastiest, and healthiest recipes…READ MORE
We’re Here to Help You Quit Your Job
Eagle Creek Agrees and Wants to Send You Packing! Haven’t you heard? 43% of millennials plan to quit their jobs…READ MORE
Has Your Spring Sprung?
As we begin to welcome the spring season in our beloved mountain towns (or continue to revel in a…READ MORE
Lovely Things For Those You Love
Fourteen for the 14th 1. G3 FINDr Skis and Cabrio 30 AR Backpack Nothing is sexier than…READ MORE
Why This February is For…
February is the quintessential month of real winter in our mountain towns. The snow is piling up, the temps…READ MORE
Hear and See at the Argyros Performing Arts Center
Hear: Spend the evening with Kristen Chenoweth at the Argyros Performing Arts Center in Ketchum You know her from “Glee” and from…READ MORE
Introducing the iKamper X-Cover
We know it’s winter out there, but we’re dreaming about about iKamper’s new X-Cover. It’s the first-ever soft-sided rooftop tent…READ MORE
Mountain Beans and That Klean Kanteen
Mornings begin with coffee and whether you live in a mountain town or a morphing metropolis, the smell, taste,…READ MORE
Shred and Stay at Shore Lodge in McCall
McCall, Idaho is a one-of-a-kind Idaho mountain town that has tons of amazing experiences to offer no matter the…READ MORE
Warm Things
When you’re waking up to below zero temps then you know it’s important to stay warm. Here is some…READ MORE
DOUBLE EVENT ALERT: NorAm Alpine Racing
Ah yes. The crack of the racing gates. The woosh of metal edges digging into snow. The clanging of…READ MORE
What’s New on the Mountain?
The 2019 winter season will indeed be a big one in the Mountain West with new lifts and other…READ MORE
The BigLife Holiday Wish List
At BigLife we have dreams, dreams of living big each and everyday. We have wishes, just like Dorothy, who wishes to go home, and…READ MORE
Carols + Cocktails
Tune Up Your Group with Song + Nog! A night of caroling can be one of the highlights of…READ MORE
Be Here Now: Crested Butte, Colorado
I could feel the buzz as soon as I boarded the bus linking Crested Butte to its ski resort. Roof-high piles of snow flanked every downtown doorway and…READ MORE
Is That a Knock at Your Door? It’s the Holidays!
They’re upon us. The holidays. We feel you and know you may need some nudging to get your home…READ MORE
EVENT ALERT: LUNAFEST at the Argyros
LUNAFEST®, the fundraising film festival dedicated to promoting awareness about women’s issues, highlighting women filmmakers, and bringing women together…READ MORE
Fleece is The Word
“Fleece is the time, is the place, is the motion, Fleece is the way we are feeling.” November, bring…READ MORE
Live Big in High School
Looking to move to Colorado or Idaho for more adventure in your classroom? Or are you a parent wanting to…READ MORE
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Awaken to nature with exclusive ski-in/ski-out access to Northstar California Resort at a sophisticated…READ MORE
Lead With Love
LEAD WITH LOVE – A heart-centered social impact organization for people committed to shifting culture from fear to love.…READ MORE
BigLife Women’s Tights Review
Tights. Leggings. Call them whatever you want, they’re a necessary item. Whether you’re running from yoga to lunch, or…READ MORE
Nature as Medicine
The Ultimate Outdoor Prescription for Breast Cancer Survivors: YETI x Casting for Recovery x Boarding 4 Breast Cancer …READ MORE
Locate Your Lederhosen – It’s Time for Oktoberfest Beers!
Oktoberfest!, ABV 5.4% Sawtooth Brewery Sun Valley, Idaho Sawtooth Brewery is the only craft beer company in Sun Valley’s…READ MORE
Club Ride: The Coolest Men’s Cold Weather Kit
Why stop riding? The folks at Club Ride Apparel say that you don’t have to stop rolling after prime…READ MORE
From the Vine: Must-attend Fall Wine Festivals
Beer is Fine, but Wine is DA-VINE! Calling all high-altitude oenophiles. This fall season is your chance to…READ MORE
Master Car Camping
Indian summer. Pretty leaves. Empty trails. Book your campsite. Not sure what to take? These essentials will make any car camping adventure immeasurably…READ MORE
Custom is Better
How the Brothers at Romp Skis are Enhancing the Shredding Experience Going faster but still being in control.…READ MORE
Five Reasons to Fly Fish in Sun Valley/Ketchum, Idaho
Pack Your Bags! Warm Springs Creek. This small freestone creek that’s just outside of town offers easy access and a sense of…READ MORE
Wellness Architecture: A Mindful Kitchen Design Equals a Nourished Life
As a young girl, Veronica Schreibeis-Smith was raised to cook with Crisco. She learned to cook in what she describes as a conventional…READ MORE
Tie. Cast. Hook. Smile.
Get Better At Fly Fishing with These Programs As the fall season is in full swing, there’s no…READ MORE
Beer Me Some Roadhouse
The Latest and Greatest from One of the Premier Breweries in the West What do you get when…READ MORE
BigLife’s Best Summer Reads
Can you believe it? Summer in the mountains is flying by once again. That means that it’s time to…READ MORE
Q and A with Anna Wilson of TrouBeliever Fest
Co-founders Anna Wilson and Monty Powell have created a two-day music festival happening this August 3-4 at Snowbasin Resort…READ MORE
REMINDER: Register for RPI Now!
This just in: registration for one of the best gravel rides in the world is almost full. What is…READ MORE
The Mountain Music Guide
’Tis the season of long days, warm nights, bright lights, and exceptional live music. Below is what we’re recommending…READ MORE
Introducing the Delmont Club!
Your Outdoor Friends…With Benefits! The Delmont Club partners with a highly-curated list of outdoor brands to ensure members are…READ MORE
The Art of Coming Home
World-Renowned Ballerina Returns Home to Sun Valley Some things are just meant to be. That doesn’t mean that…READ MORE
Interview with Nicholas Rasmussen
When you live in a mountain town, it can often feel as though you’re removed from international news, events,…READ MORE
The Art of Curating…Art
By Definition At some point in the new millennium, the verb ‘curate’ began appearing casually and almost comically in pop…READ MORE
Backpack Like a Pro
BigLife‘s Guide to Backpacking Robert Moor begins his book, On Trails: An Exploration, with a simple statement: “Without…READ MORE
Trail of Dreams
The Making of an Adventure Filmmaker “Ooooh oooh OOOH!” Joey Schusler is obsessed with what he’s seeing in…READ MORE
Father’s Day Gift Guide
Give Dad What He Really Wants This Year Struggling to think of that special something for the old…READ MORE
Where the Wild(ly) Creative Things Are
Jackson Hole Fosters a Thriving Arts Community Jackson Hole is a place of extremes—the rugged landscapes, high peaks,…READ MORE