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About Next Outdoor Adventures

Next Outdoor Adventures publishes firsthand ski resort guides, hiking guides, trail videos and practical trip-planning resources. The site was founded by Andy Newman and Natalie Kramer and is owned by Tuplebits LLC.

History and mission

Next Outdoor Adventures was founded in 2020 by Andy Newman and Natalie Kramer after they began documenting their own progression as skiers. The original goal was to help other skiers understand terrain, trail difficulty and the practical experience of visiting unfamiliar resorts. The project later expanded into written ski-planning guides, hiking guides, national park coverage and scenic outdoor videos.

Our mission is to help readers choose destinations and plan trips using information they can apply: terrain progression, lift layout, route difficulty, seasonal conditions, crowds, parking, transportation and realistic timing. We show both the advantages and limitations of a destination so readers can decide whether it fits their ability, schedule and goals.

Firsthand Guides informed by our own trips, skiing, hiking, photos and video.
Practical Clear terrain, access, difficulty and trip-planning context.
Independent Editorial conclusions are not determined by resorts or tourism organizations.
Next Outdoor Adventures founders
Andy & Natalie — Founders of Next Outdoor Adventures
Primary Author

About Andy Newman

Andy Newman is the founder and primary writer of Next Outdoor Adventures. He started skiing in his 40s and progressed to double-black-diamond terrain in his late 40s. That progression informs how he evaluates beginner access, intermediate progression, advanced terrain and the practical differences between trail-map ratings and the experience on the mountain.

Over more than 10 years of skiing and outdoor travel, Andy has skied and documented destinations including Jackson Hole, Sun Valley, Vail, Copper Mountain, Chamonix and the Dolomites. His hiking coverage includes firsthand trips in Shenandoah National Park, Great Falls, Harpers Ferry and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Andy writes under the public author name Andy Newman. His guides combine personal observations with official trail maps, resort statistics, park guidance and current operating information.

Experience used in our reviews

  • More than 10 years of ski experience
  • Progression from adult beginner to double-black-diamond terrain
  • Firsthand resort visits in North America and Europe
  • On-mountain video, photography and trail observations
  • Practical trip planning for parking, transportation, lodging and timing

What we cover

Ski Resorts & Scenic Runs

Iconic resorts like Jackson Hole, Sun Valley, Copper Mountain, Chamonix, and the Dolomites—paired with written guides that explain terrain flow, lift access, and trip-planning considerations. Our POV and scenic footage helps you visualize signature trails and zones.

National Parks & Hike Guides

Rocky Mountain, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Shenandoah, Great Falls, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Valley of Fire—paired with route notes that cover difficulty context, seasonality, and practical logistics such as timing and parking.

Slope360™ Ski Resort Explorer

Slope360™ organizes ski resort information into a searchable database covering more than 100 popular Epic Pass and Ikon Pass resorts. Slope360 uses the SlopeDB™ Engine, a proprietary Tuplebits LLC platform that aggregates and standardizes ski resort data from sources around the world. Resort records use official resort sources whenever available and present terrain, snow, access, lodging and amenity information in a consistent format so users can compare resorts more efficiently.

Editorial standards and transparency

How our guides are created

Our goal is to publish practical guidance that helps you plan a better day outside. We write with a “what you’ll actually experience” mindset: terrain flow, visibility, crowds, access, and seasonal timing. We clearly distinguish firsthand observations from researched information. Whenever possible, we base content on firsthand visits and our own trail footage; we also reference official sources (resort trail maps, operating details, seasonal information, and published park guidance) to keep facts accurate and current.

  • Firsthand statements are based on our own visits, skiing, hiking, photos or video.
  • Resort and park facts are checked against official sources whenever available.
  • Recommendations explain the ability level, conditions or trip type they apply to.
  • Material corrections are reviewed and incorporated when supported by credible information.

We prioritize clarity over hype. If a destination has meaningful tradeoffs—crowding, exposure, navigation complexity, wind holds, limited beginner terrain—we call that out so you can choose the right fit for your preferences and ability level.

Updates, corrections, and safety

Trails, lift operations, parking policies, and seasonal conditions can change. If you spot an error or have an update, please email us with the page URL and the correction. We review credible updates and revise guides as needed.

Our content is informational and is not a substitute for official guidance or on-the-ground judgment. Always verify current conditions (weather, avalanche advisories, trail closures, and park/resort announcements) before you go.

Advertising & affiliate disclosure

Next Outdoor Adventures may display third-party advertising (including Google services) and may include affiliate links. If we receive compensation from ads or affiliate programs, it does not influence our editorial opinions or what we choose to cover. Any sponsored coverage, partnerships, or paid placements (if ever applicable) will be clearly disclosed on the relevant page.

Ownership and contact

Next Outdoor Adventures is a media brand owned by Tuplebits LLC.

Business inquiries: nextoutdooradventures@gmail.com