“The Art Of Shralpinism: Lessons From The Mountains”

by Jeremy Jones

Based on the journal entries of pro-rider and Jones Snowboard founder Jeremy Jones. “The Art of Shralpinism” bottles up adventure stories, the essence of stoke, and a few close calls through out Jeremy Jones’ long career. Jones shares stories of adventure, mishap and avalanche safety melding together story and art in a read that will keep you antsy to stand sideways once again when the snow flies.

“The Darkest White”

by Eric Blehm

Memoir of Snowboard legend, “godfather of freeriding,” and Burton Board designer Craig Kelly. Kelly’s early career saw him on some of the first podiums in snowboarding, challenging the status quo as a board designer and promoting backcountry riding. Jake Burton Carpenter (Founder of Burton Snowboards) is quoted as saying “when I listened to Craig my brand took off, when the industry listened the sport took off.” Former Transworld Snowboard Magazine editor, Eric Blehm chronicles Kelly’s life and insightfully interviews mountain guides and avalanche pros to uncover how and why we lost Kelly and 6 others in one of Canada’s worst avalanche fatalities to date.

“The Lodge”

by Kayla Olson

A perfectly cozy beach read or save it for your next ski vacation. This book tells the story of a journalist named Alix who settles into a Vermont Ski Lodge to avoid the bustle of the city and focus on her writing. There’s only one problem. She’s finding herself distracted by her Ski-Instructor neighbor. As Alix skis more her work takes a complicated turn—and the mystery may be hers to solve.

“The Resort”

by Sarah Goodwin

A mystery set in a series of abandoned cabins at the top of a ski resort. On their way to a wedding a young couple drives through the mountains. All goes according to plan until their car breaks down. A heavy storm forces them to abandon their car in search of shelter. Finding a boarded-up cabin, they hunker in for the night. The next morning the woman wakes all alone, or is she? This page turner will leave you guessing right till the last page.

“The Skier's Edge”

by Ron LeMaster

Biomechanical insights to improve your skiing, renowned snowsports educator LeMaster has put together an impressive manual on ski technique. You will learn how to tackle steeps, moguls and powder. LeMaster offers clear kinesthetic cues to help remind you to translate the sensation into your skiing.

“Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain”

by Bruce Tremper

In Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain, 3rd Edition, snow and avalanche expert Bruce Tremper provides easy-to-understand avalanche safety tips and skills, including the latest snow research. The book reviews the latest techniques for evaluating snowpack, as well how to rescue companions in the event of an avalanche. It’s a handy read and a healthy reminder for anyone who likes to earn their turns in the backcountry.

“The Man Behind the Maps”

by James Niehues

Niehues is the man behind some of your favourite resort maps. His 30-year career has been spent carefully shading and creating the maps for over 200 ski resorts. We promise you’ll never look at a resort map the same way again after learning what goes in to placing each tree on the map! A great addition to any coffee table to plan out new adventures or reminisce previous trips.

“Two Planks and a Passion”

by Roland Huntford

Huntford takes you on a journey to explain and travel the history of skiing. This journey twists and turns beginning 20,000 years ago. He traces the history of the sport highlighting how skiing has changed the course of history, played a role in times of war and peace, evolving into the leisure pastime and sport we love today.

“Powder Days”

by Heather Hansman

Ski journalist takes readers on an exhilarating journey into the history of skiing, offering a window into ski bum and mountain culture. Hansman profiles the people who have built their lives and businesses around a cold-weather obsession. She investigates how the sport is evolving in the face of climate change.

“On My Skis”

(Age 1-3)

by Kari-Lynn Winters

This easy and fun read beautifully showcases the mountains surrounding Vancouver. It’s a quick read that will have your little ones begging for it to be read over and over again!

“Mountain Machines”

(Age 2-5)

by Sara Leach

Leach, a Whistler local takes you on a counting Journey to learn all the machines on the mountain from the Gondola to the PipeDragon! Geared for 2–5-year-olds and anyone who loves snow sports. Captivating illustrations teach little ones to count and name the machines that work on the hill. Each machine has it‘s own persona and your little one’s will love pointing them out next time you’re out on snow!

“Learning to”Ski with Mr. Magee

(Age 4-8)

by Chris Van Dusen

This book is fun-packed and playful with rhyming text to tell the story of a man who learns to ski with his dog. It’s the story of adventure and misadventure as a curious moose derails their ski day and Magee has hilariously make his first turns.

“Ski Spy School”

(Age 8-14)

by Stuart Gibbs

Keep the kids engaged in reading and skiing with a thrilling graphic novel by Stuart Gibs. Ski Spy School is about a thirteen-year-old boy named Ben. While he isn’t a great student, he is a good spy. He’s been given a surprising high-stake mission at a ski resort. One problem, Ben must be able to handle a pair of skis and make friends with a fellow skier to learn everything he can about her and her family.