“My mom was always there to encourage me and inspired me to be the best that I can be.” -Julia Mancuso

This one is for all the mom’s out there who love to shred. We love you and appreciate you!  Happy Mother’s Day!

“Olympic gold medalist, Julia Mancuso, shares a special moment with her mother Andrea as they ski powder together at CMH Galena in Canada. Although Julia’s first ski coach was technically her mom on the bunny slopes, this is the first time these two have ever heli-skied together.”

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....