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On Skiing: Getting out early and the after-slopes experience

There are some choices of where to finish the day, but when to start is equally important, writes columnist Dave Irons.

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On Skiing: Ski prep for spring skiing - Lewiston Sun Journal

Cleaning the bases is a regular part of tuning skis. And it’s critical in spring, writes columnist Dave Irons.

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On Skiing: Spring skiing as much about the celebration as the slopes

If there is an official start to spring skiing, it has to be St. Patrick’s Day, writes columnist Dave Irons.

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On Skiing: My one-morning career as a ski instructor - Lewiston Sun Journal

Columnist Dave Irons writes that he demonstrated the way he thought a real ski instructor might.

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On Skiing: An unforgettable first Western ski trip - Lewiston Sun Journal

The skiing alone is enough reason to consider Banff for that first Western ski trip, whether you choose to stay in one of the classic CP hotels or in Banff village, where you can walk to plenty of entertainment, food and beverages, writes columnist Dave Irons.

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