Winter Sports Guide : Discovery Channel

DIY Winter Adventure: Snowshoe Racing for Everyone

Snowshoe racing is a small - but growing - phenomena that has been bolstered by a number of new race series across the country. So, what do you need to get started?

DIY Winter Adventure: 7 Sports You Didn’t Know You Could Play in the Snow

From kayaking to parkour to golf, with the right gear and a few adjustments, these seven outdoor sports will get you outside and having the time of your life.

Sarah Burke's Death: Can Gear Keep Up With Skiers?

As friends, family and fans of freestyle skier Sarah Burke mourn the athlete's death from a recent superpipe accident, the tragedy has drawn attention to the dangers of a daredevil sport.

DIY Winter Adventure: To Beat the Crowds, Ski an Abandoned Station

If you’re looking to avoid the crowds, but cross-country skiing just ins’t for you, there may be another option- Ever thought of heading to an abandoned ski area and having the place all to yourself?

DIY Winter Adventure: Tips for First Time Ice Climbers

Those preparing for their first endeavor onto the ice should keep a few things in mind to ensure the trip is as enjoyable as possible.

6 Off-the-beaten-path Destinations for Endless Winter Adventure

It's a perfect time to day dream of powder, big mountains, exotic destinations and first descents!

The Top 7 Heli-Skiing Adventures

There's a reason they call it "ski porn." The following seven heli-skiing adventures, in no particular order, provide some of the biggest thrills on snow.

The 11 Best Snowboarding Resorts in the U.S.

We've rounded up the 11 best snowboarding resorts in the country, from the East to the West Coast and all the best places to hit the half-pipe and shred the powder in between. So grab your gear and get ready to hit the mountain.

5 Winter Adventure Activities the Whole Family Can Enjoy

If you're family isn't the type to sit around the television or computer screen for warmth when the temperatures get cold outside, then there are plenty of options for winter outdoor adventurers of all ages.

Best Snowboarding Gear of 2011: Boots, Boards, and Accessories for the Perfect Ride

Don't miss our roundup of the best gear on the market. From boards and boots to apparel and accessories, here's everything you'll need for a sweet season of riding in 2012.

Survival Basics for Extreme Cold

With a little knowledge of the environment, proper plans and appropriate equipment, you can overcome the elements.

How to Choose Snowshoes for Any Conditions and Skill Level

The greatest thing about snowshoeing is that it can be super easy, or as challenging as you want to make it. There's very little gear you need to get going, it's extremely easy to learn, and it gets you outside in wintertime.

Bike All Winter: 6 Crucial Tips to Get You through the Coldest Months

As winter sets in, it's easy for cyclists to hop back in the car and for would-be cyclists to hold off trying it out until the Spring. Here are crucial tips to help you ride through the coldest months of the year.

Amazing Urban Skier Proves You Don't Need a Mountain to Hit the Slopes (Video)

JP Auclair proves that you don't need a great resort for great skiing - he rocks the streets of British Columbia, turning a hillside city into his own personal terrain park.

Extreme Powder Skiing: 5 Amazing Videos to Get You Through Till You're Back on the Hill

Stuck somewhere with unseasonably warm fall weather, or just jonesin’ for some pow? Beat the heat and be inspired by watching some of the great skiing clips available for free on the web.