Crai S. Bower
Crai S Bower has published ski-related articles for over two-dozen publications. He has written over 50 articles thus far in 2009, including “Tips and Tricks to 2010” (Journey Magazine cover), “Soft Adventure from the Willamette Valley to Bend, Oregon“(Alaska Airlines Magazine) and “Top Wilderness Lodges” (ForbesTraveler.com). His recent article describing “America’s Favorite River Cities” (MSN.com) received over 1 million views within 3 hours of launching. Crai has also contributed photography to Elite Traveler, Alaska Airlines Magazine and The Oregonian, among many others.
Crai’s “off the piste” profile of Whistler for Escape Magazine received the 2008 Northern Lights Award for Excellence in Canadian Travel Journalism. He is the Travel Commentator on National Public Radio affiliate, 94.9 KUOW. He lives and writes in Seattle.
Q & A
How do you like to get down the hill, ski or snowboard?Ski
What is your favorite trail?Any glade, anywhere
What is your favorite restaurant?Bearfoot Bistro, Whistler
What is your favorite off-mountain activity?Golf, Fly Fishing & Mountain Biking
What is your favorite resort?Stevens Pass, WA
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