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Lindsey Vonn Crashes
Lindesy Vonn is seriously injured after a tumble in the Woman’s Super-G on the opening day of the alpine skiing world championships in Schladming, Austria. Click here to see the story and video.
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Vonn’s Injury An Example Of Women’s Increased Risk Of ACL Issues
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – On Tuesday, Minnesota native and Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn took a terrifying spill in the Alpine World Championships in Austria, tearing two knee ligaments. She’ll need...
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Cross-Country Skiers Brave The ‘Birkie’ In Hayward
HAYWARD, Wis. (WCCO) – Thousands of skiers traveled to Wisconsin for the 40th annual American Birkebiner – the largest cross-country ski race in North America. Caitlin Gregg, who lives in Minneapolis,...
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Best Ways To Take Advantage Of The Last Of The Winter In Minnesota
By the time spring rolls around, Minnesotans are sometimes craving warm weather, sunshine and outdoor activities. Just because it is cold though doesn’t mean you have to wait for spring to get...
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Trollhaugen Welcomes Snow, Skiers This Weekend
DRESSER, Wis. (WCCO) - The snow may not be welcome for some people. but Trollhaugen ski resort in Dresser, Wis. is welcoming the return of winter – and they’ve opened up for skiers this weekend....
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Vonn Skis In Chile, Optimistic About Knee Rehab
(AP) – Lindsey Vonn is skiing in Chile and way ahead of her rehab schedule with the Sochi Olympics five months away. “I can’t tell which knee is injured,” she said. “That’s a good sign.” The four-time...
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Vonn Puts Off Return From Knee Surgery For A Month
(AP) – Still recovering from right knee surgery, Lindsey Vonn has decided to skip Saturday’s season-opening race in Austria, preferring to return next month. Vonn has been training on the glacier in...
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Buck Hill Opening Wednesday For Its 60th Year
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – Don’t be surprised if you see snow-making machines busy at work Wednesday morning south of the Twin Cities. Buck Hill, one of the most popular ski hills in the Twin Cities,...
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Lindsey Vonn Crashes While Prepping For Return To Racing
DENVER (AP) — Reigning Olympic downhill champion and Minnesota native Lindsey Vonn has crashed while training ahead of her return to racing following major knee surgery. U.S. Ski Team spokesman Tom...
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No Vonn On New Course; May Return In Lake Louise
BEAVER CREEK, Colo. (AP) — The new Beaver Creek downhill course features a gliding section near the start for a skier to drop into a tuck and build speed. There are technical turns in the middle,...
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Supper On The Slopes: 8 New Ski Resort Restaurants
Credit: Patrick Nouhailler This article is from Thrillist Nation If your ideal trip to the slopes involves carving powder by day and bison steaks (or beef tenderloin, or lamb chops, or…) by night,...
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Thrillist Snow Guide: Vail, Colorado
Credit: Jack Affleck, Vail Resorts This article is from Thrillist Nation With 5,289 acres of total skiable terrain, Vail is one of the largest single-mountain ski resorts IN THE WORLD, and rocks three...
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‘It’s Really, Really Nice’: Snowboarder On Afton Alps’ $10M Makeover
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – Few know skiing and snowboarding in Minnesota better than Amy Reents. “My father started Afton Alps in 1963,” she said. Afton Alps has been a family business for the last 50...
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Wis. Teen Welcomes New Year After Heart Attack
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – The new year is starting out on a high note for a Wisconsin teenager who nearly died on the slopes of Afton Alps. Seventeen-year-old Daniel Mannon was snowboarding with his...
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Outdoor Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
Think outside the traditional box of chocolates and the bouquet of long-stemmed red roses this Valentine’s Day. Instead, surprise your loved one with a unique excursion outdoors, and tailor the date...
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Goin’ To The (Frozen) Lake: Frank & Chris Visit Dresser, Wis. (Day 2)
DRESSER, Wis. (WCCO) – Frank and Chris had great fun during their second day in Dresser, Wis. on Friday. The guys headed to Trollhaugen Outdoor Recreation Area, which has activities for every age and...
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City Of Lakes Loppet Festival: Biggest One Yet
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — It’s the last day to get outside and enjoy the City of Lakes Loppet Festival in Minneapolis. Organizers say this year has been the biggest one yet for the weekend event. Thousands...
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2-26-14 Minnesota Winter…Glass Half Empty Or Half Full?
Minnesota….Glass Half Full or Glass Half Empty? Dave had some fun this morning getting listeners to chime in about what is actually good about this winter. Here’s a few examples…do you have more...
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Slopes Open For Ski Season At Wild Mountain
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) - It may be October, but skiing’s happening right now at Wild Mountain Ski Area near Taylors Falls. It has been cold enough to make snow the last few nights, so that’s just what the...
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Afton Alps Getting Ready For Opening Weekend Of Skiing
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The snow making machines are going full blast at Afton Alps Ski Area. They’re one of many ski areas opening for business this weekend. Afton Alps Marketing Manager Amy Reentz said...
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