Skiers cross snow and water in Slush Cup

Temperatures in the 20s didn't put a damper on the brave skiers and snowboarders who took a shot at crossing a shallow pool of water this month during the 2025 Slush Cup at the Mt. Brighton Ski Resort in Michigan. The annual event celebrates the ending of the ski season at the resort about 45 miles northwest of Detroit. Spring skiing often continues into May and June at many higher-altitude resorts in the Rocky and Appalachian mountains.

Class discussion: Many ski resorts around the world are suffering from seasons that have been severely shortened or canceled as the planet warms up. How is a changing climate affecting other sports? Have major sporting events been rescheduled to avoid dangerous heat? How does the heat or cold affect your outdoor activities? Could the future of winter sports be in danger?