#cat skiing canada

[altruistbloger]

7 Enchanting Ski Towns in British Columbia for an Authentic Winter Adventure

In British Columbia, skiing isn’t just a pastime—it’s an experience steeped in charm and adventure. From historic streets to untouched backcountry powder, these towns offer a mix of world-class skiing, vibrant communities, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Let’s dive into seven destinations where authenticity meets exhilaration.

1. Revelstoke: Adventure Awaits

Revelstoke is a backcountry skier's paradise, with untouched alpine terrain and deep powder that call adventurers from around the globe. Known for its thrilling big-mountain experience, the town also offers unique excursions like cat skiing Revelstoke, which provides access to pristine snowfields and scenic views of the Columbia River valley.

2. Whistler: A Winter Wonderland for Skiers

Whistler, nestled amidst the Coast Mountains, is a top-tier ski destination offering diverse terrain, vibrant après-ski culture, and modern amenities. For a quieter escape, cat skiing Whistler delivers an unforgettable journey into untouched powder zones, ensuring serene and exclusive experiences for ski enthusiasts.

3. Fernie: Historic Charm in the Elk Valley

With its dramatic mountain scenery and historic downtown, Fernie is a favorite for skiers seeking both adventure and charm. Renowned for deep-powder skiing, the area also offers cat skiing Fernie, an exhilarating way to explore the region’s unspoiled snow-packed wilderness, surrounded by towering peaks.

4. Nelson: Lakeside Mountain Bliss

This vibrant town on the shores of Kootenay Lake combines historic charm with access to incredible ski terrain. Nelson is the perfect base for Selkirk cat skiing, where the rugged peaks and deep forests of the Selkirk Mountains create an awe-inspiring ski adventure.

5. Rossland: Hidden Gem of the Monashee Mountains

Tucked away in the Monashee Mountains, Rossland remains a laid-back haven for winter enthusiasts. Known for its natural beauty, the nearby slopes feature uncrowded runs and pristine powder. This destination offers a true escape from crowded resorts.

6. Golden: Adventure Hub in the Rockies

Golden, where the Selkirk, Purcell, and Rocky Mountain ranges converge, is an adventurer’s dream. With incredible views and unspoiled terrain, golden cat skiing allows visitors to explore vast wilderness areas while enjoying thrilling descents and scenic alpine landscapes.

7. Kaslo: Tranquility on Kootenay Lake

This charming town, located on Kootenay Lake, offers a relaxing ski escape with stunning mountain vistas. Kaslo is a gateway for outdoor enthusiasts, providing access to heli and snowcat skiing options. After a day of adventure, visitors can unwind in the nearby Ainsworth Hot Springs.

Discover the Heart of BC’s Winter Magic

British Columbia’s ski towns are more than just destinations; they’re gateways to unforgettable winter adventures. From thrilling experiences like cat skiing Canada and Selkirk cat skiing to the vibrant communities of Revelstoke and Fernie, these locations blend natural beauty, history, and authentic mountain culture. Whether you’re seeking adrenaline or tranquility, BC has a ski town waiting for you.

[scotianostra]

Happy Birthday Scottish musician and singer Alastair Mcdonald born 28th October 1941.

Alastair is primarily a Banjo-playing folk/jazz musician, probably most famous for his recordings of Jim MacLean's folk songs, such as The Barras and The massacre of Glencoe, but also for some humorous songs, such as the jazz comedy song Sam the skull, about a Glasgow cat.

McDonald has mainly recorded songs written by other songwriters, for example Robert Burns and Jim MacLean, but has also written songs himself including Culloden's Harvest and The Village Green at Gretna and more reworked traditional songs, The Bell Rock Light, Mingulay Boat Song among others.

Though quite well known – he has toured US, every state except Hawaii and Alaska, also touring Canada, Israel, Denmark, Thailand and several more countries – not much is spoken of him in media.

Much of his work in recent years has been political song, usually socialist and/or republican, such as his tribute song to John MacLean.

At 83 Alistair is still performing, the multi-talented musician will appear at the Abbotsford Hotel in Ayr on Novemer 5th courtesy of Ayr Phoenix Folk Club.

I’ve chosen one of Alistair's more patriotic songs, this is about Sir William Wallace and is called The knight of Elderslie

When Scotland was in darkness and at English Edward's heel

There rose a lad to lead us and to make the tyrant reel

He raised up his arm for freedom showing nerve and Scottish steel

William Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Sing now of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Guardian of Scotland, of truth and liberty

With the loyal Andrew Moray how he danced the English down

At Berwick and at Stirling, he provoked a royal frown

And mercenary traitors from Carlisle to London town

Knew of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Sing now of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Guardian of Scotland, of truth and liberty

But the skies grew black at Falkirk as the English arrows sped

And many a mother's son did lie among the bloody dead

And when tithe took Judas' money that was placed upon the head

Of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Sing now of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Guardian of Scotland, of truth and liberty

Then the noblest heart of Scotland was revealed for all to see

When they hacked him into pieces underneath the gallows tree

But the butchery and slaughter cannot scar the memory

Of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Once again, the land's in darkness as we hang our heads to mourn

And remember how the Braveheart caused oppression's tide to turn

But Scotsmen, aye, stand ready and prepared for Bannockburn

Thanks to Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Sing now of Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Guardian of Scotland, of truth and liberty

William Wallace, the knight of Elderslie

Guardian of Scotland, of truth and liberty

[originallandlockedmariner]

2023

Pickleball. Generative AI. Lula takes office in Brazil, Amazon Rainforest throws a party. Prince Harry refusing to stop talking about his frozen penis no matter how many times society begged him to stop. UFOs are real. Viral cat dubbed ‘largest cat anyone has ever seen’ gets adopted. Pee-Wee’s big adventure ends. Musk & X. Turkey-Syria earthquake kills thousands. India surpasses China as ‘country squeezing in the most peeps’. Tucker Carlson ousted. Miss USA and her 30 lbs moon costume. Wildfires in Kelowna and Hawaii. Macron tinkers with retirement age of the French. Paltrow can’t ski. Big Red Boots. Bob Barker leaves us. Alabama mom delivers 2 babies from her 2 uteruses in 2 days. Charles III. Ukrainian counteroffensive against Russian forces as the war drags on. Taylor Swift is Time’s Person of the Year. African ‘coup belt’. Flo-Jo dies in her sleep. Chinese spy balloon shot down. Hollywood writers strike. Human ‘nice mugshot’ Shitstain and his 91 indictments. Highest interest rates in 2 decades. The Bear’s Christmas episode. War in Gaza. Shinzo Abe is assassinated. Alex Murdaugh. Ocean Cleanup removes 25 000 lbs of trash from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Vase purchased for $3.99 sells for $100 000 at auction. Barbenheimer. A third of Pakistan is flooded. Lionel Messi is the GOAT. Travis Kelce. The Sphere opens in Las Vegas. Regulators seized Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, resulting in two of the three largest bank failures in U.S. history. “The Woman In Me”. WHO declares COVID ain’t a thing no more. Titan sub sinks, rich people die. Matthew Perry drowns. Dumbledore Dies (again). Massive sales of ‘Fuck Trudeau’ flags for jacked-up micro-dick trucks. Everything Everywhere All At Once. June-August was the hottest three-month period in recorded history across the Earth. Tina Turner dies. And the Beatles release a new song?! Wow… You got big shoes to fill 2024.

Archives for context:

2020

Kobe. Pandemic. Lockdown. Koalas on fire. Harry and Meg retire. Toilet paper hoarding. Alcoholism. Impeach the f*cker. Parasite. Bonnie Henry. Tiger King. Working from home. Sourdough bread. Harvey Weinstein guilty. Zoom overdose. Dip your body in sanitizer. 6 feet. Quarantine. OK Boomer. Home schooling (everyone passes). Murder hornets. Dolly Parton. Don’t hug, kiss or see anybody, especially your family. Chris Evans’ junk. TikTok. Glory holes. Face masks. CERB. West Coast wildfires. Stay home. Small Businesses lose, big box stores win. F*ck Bozos. ‘Dreams’ and cranberry juice. Close yoga studios, but thumbs up to your local gym. Speak moistly to me. George Floyd. BLM. F*ck Trump. Phase 2, 3 and Summer. RBG. Baby Yoda. Biden wins. Bond and Black Panther die. No more lockdown. Back to school and work. Just kidding... giddy up round 2. Giuliani leaks shit from his head. Resurgence of chess. UFOs are real. Restrictions. Dave Grohl admits defeat. Monolith. “F*ck... forgot my mask in the car”. No Christmas shenanigans allowed. Bubbles. Alex Trebek. Use the term ‘dumpster fire’ one too many times. Jupiter and Saturn form 'Christmas Star'. Happy New Year Bitches!!!! 2021... you better not sh*t the bed!!

2021

“We love you, you’re very special”. Failed coup attempt at the Capital. Twitter, FB and IG ban Donny. Hammerin’ Hank goes to the Field of Dreams. Bozo no longer richest man but still a twat. Leachman, Tyson, and Holbrook pass. The economy is worse than expected. Kim and Kanye split. Brood X cicadas. Dre has an aneurysm and nearly has his home broken into. Bridgerton. MyPillow CEO is a douche. Covid restrictions extended indefinitely. Captain Von Trapp dies. Proud Boys officially a Terrorist Organization. Richard Ramirez. Cancer takes Screech. Travel bans. Impeachment trial (again?… oh and this was barely February? WTF??!!) Suez Canal blockage. Myanmar protest. Kong dukes it out with Godzilla, while Raya watches. Olympics. Friends compare elective surgeries. F9. Canada Women’s Soccer Gold. Free Britney. Multiverses. Residential Schools in Canada unearth children’s bodies. Kate is Mare of Easttown. Cuomo resigns. Disney and Dwayne cruise together. Wildfires. Delta variants. Musk passes Bezos. Candyman x 5. Capt. Kirk goes to space. F*ck Kyle Rittenhouse. Astros didn’t win. Squid Game. Goodbye Bond. Dune is redone. Angelina is Eternal. Astroworld deaths. Meta. Omicron. Three Spidermen. Tornados in December? World Juniors cancelled. Pills against Covid. School opening delayed. And Betty White dies. 2022… my expectations are ridiculously low…

2022

Wow… eight billion people. Queen Elizabeth II passes away after ruling the Commonwealth before dirt was invented. The monkeypox. Russia plays the role of global a**hole. Wordle. Mother Nature rocks Afghanistan. Hover bike. Styles spits on Pine. Olivia Newton John, Kristie Alley, and Coolio leave us. Pele was traded to team Heaven. FTX implodes. Madonna and the 3-D model of her vagina. Pig gives his heart to a human. Beijing can brag that it is the first city ever to host both the Summer Olympics and Winter Olympics. Uvalde. $3 trillion Apple. Keith Raniere gets 120 years. The Whisky War ends with Canada and Denmark going halfsies. Mar-a-Lago. Nick Cannon brood hits a dozen. Shinzo Abe is assassinated. Inflation goes through the roof (if you can actually afford to put a roof over your head). Volodymyr Zelensky. European heat wave. Bennifer. Salman Rushdie is stabbed on stage, Dave Chappelle tackled, and Chris Rock is only slapped. Thích Nhất Hạnh. Heidi Klum goes full slug. Cuba knocked out by Ian. Liz Truss and 4.1 Scaramuccis. Taylor Swift breaks Ticketmaster. Human shitstain Elon Musk ignores helping mankind and buys Twitter instead. Riri becomes a mommy. NASA launches Artemis 1. Trump still a whiny little b*tch. Music lost Loretta Lynn, Christine McVie, and Meat Loaf. Democracy died at least three times. Pete Davidson continues to date hottest women on the planet (no one understands how?!) Microplastics in our blood. Alex Jones is a c*nt. So is DeSantis. Argentina wins the World Cup. Meghan and Harry. Eddie Munson rips Metallica in the Upside Down. tWitch. Roe vs Wade is overturned by the micro dick energy of the Supreme Court. CODA. James Corden shows he is a "tiny Cretin of a man". Amber (and the sh*t on the bed) Heard (round the world). Sebastian Bear-McClard proves he’s one of the f*cking dumbest men alive. Latin America's ‘pink tide’. Anti-Semitic rants by Ye. Bob Saget. A verified blue checkmark. Godmother of punk Vivienne dies. And, Tom Cruise feels the need for speed yet again. 2023… whatcha got for us?!? Nothing shocks me anymore.

@daily-esprit-descalier

[permanentreverie]

15 questions, 15 friends

tagged by @deadpoets ty sm <3 <3

are you named after anyone? nope!

when was the last time you cried? ummm two nights ago i believe? just a little, i was overwhelmed with my new situation and Adulting

do you have kids? no lmao

what sports do you play/have played? did soccer in middle school. big mistake i never should have stepped onto the field wkkejsjdjdn

do you use sarcasm? with people i’m comfortable with!

what is the first thing you notice about people? their lips and hair

what is your eye colour? brown

scary movies or happy endings? happy endings <3

any talents? … no? please don’t ask me to analyze myself

where were you born? canada

what are your hobbies? reading, reading watching movies/dramas, journaling, and soon to be running :p

do you have any pets? none of my own but my roommate has a cat and a dog <3

how tall are you? 5’2

favourite subject in school? english all the way

dream job? a writer/author

@raplinenthusiasts @cordiallyfuturedwight @jamesscarstairs @mixtapedoh @daisysjones @daydreaming-optimist @courageisneverforgotten @music-of-moonless-skies @musicallisto @jeanmoreaux @aralisj @ohwarnette @wellmanneredthief @ontheoutsides

[dark--whisperings]

✨ 15 Questions for Friends ✨

Thank you to @willameena and @tideswept for the tag!

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1. Are you named after anyone?

Yes! I'm named after one of my mom's best childhood friends. More specifically, she gave me the name because she didn't want people to be able to shorten my name/give me a nickname.

Plot twist: I have many nicknames, regardless.

2. When was the last time you cried?

Last week. I'm an emotional human, okay?!

3. Do you have kids?

I have a fur child named Kira! She's an 11 year old f5 savannah cat.

4. What sports do you play/ have you played?

I used to competitively ski! I did both downhill racing and freestyle/park. I also used to play basketball and volleyball... actually currently trying to find a volleyball league in my city and take it back up!

5. Do you use sarcasm?

Depends! I love being sarcastic, but only with the right folx and In jest. Time and a place is key!

6. What's the first thing you notice about people?

How they interact with me and others, and their stance on the current world landscape. I'm at the point in my life where I have no patience for ignorant, selfish idiots, and want to surround myself with people who are empathetic, genuinely connect with others, curious, open-minded, and willing to critically examine their biases and challenge their worldviews.

7. What's your eye colour?

Hazel! But it's funny... they do change colour, depending on the lighting and the colour I'm wearing.

8. Scary movies or happy endings?

I propose a third and fourth option: science fiction and psychological thrillers.

9. Any talents?

I have a scary-good memory. If you tell me your phone number, I'll automatically remember it.

10. Where were you born?

Canada!

11. What are your hobbies?

Hiking, camping, paddleboarding, anything to do with the outdoors, art, writing, baking, reading, being a geek (this is a full-time hobby, OKAY?!), crafting.

12. Do you have any pets?

See #3! 😜 My cat is my child, and my child is my cat. INCEPTION.

13. How tall are you?

Almost 6ft. I literally can't go out to the grocery store without someone asking me to get something off of the top shelf for them.

14. Favourite subject in school?

Biology!

15. Dream job?

This is a really hard one for me! I've done quite a few different types of work, and have many things that I would love to do. That said, I think my current career is actually my dream job, even though I didn't know it years ago! I'm a project manager, and I have the extreme privilege of being able to work in social justice.

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No pressure tags: @mischievouschan4 @thegingerwrites @underacalicosky @isthisfree @palfriendpatine66 @wibzenadarksiderwithasoftheart @grapenehifics

[rmoonstoner]

9:30ish am, 08/18/23

All works are temporarily on hold due to a wild fire close to my home.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

❤️ 💙

Update: 10:17am

All I can hear over the street construction for sewer are the echos of sirens in the city. The street construction crews are still working on my street. That tells me we are safe. For now.

Update: 2:40pm

More sirens. The air is thick and heavy with smoke. Burning embers are now hitting my neighborhood. Multiple areas have had small fires start up. We have set up sprinklers and started dousing our property.

Update: 08/19/23 - 2:55pm

The air quality is worse than before. We managed to get to the stores and get supplies to stock our van and camper. Lots of businesses are closed for the weekend, and if not, they close way earlier than before. We are all loaded and ready to go at a moment's notice.

Update: 08/20/23 - 8:10am

The fire has grown to 11,000 hectares as of 7:20pm last night. Over 30,000 people have been evacuated from their homes. A lot of people I know are. Power outages keep happening. The skies are still so smokey, we cannot see the mountains we are very close to. It's hard to see the houses down the street. Fire crews from all over British Columbia have come to our aid, which we are thankful for, even though we have multiple other fires happening in BC. As of yet, I am still lucky enough to be in my home with my family. Rest assured, we are packed and ready to leave when necessary.

On a lighter note, it is my eldest son's birthday today. We hope to make the most of this day. 🎂 ❤️

Update: 08/21/23 - 7:41am

First of all, my son loved his birthday yesterday. He understands what is happening as he's a teenager, so he wasn't expecting a big get-together with the fires happening. He was super happy he got ice cream cake and a whole pizza for himself and one for his best friend who was able to come spend the day with him. We gave him video game programming gear, new keyboard, new headphones, and movie tickets.

Secondly, it looks about the same today as it did yesterday. With the smoke in the air, the sun is red and it's cold outside when it supposed to be warm. Less sirens and one area on the evacuation map (that I noticed) has turned from evacuation now, to alert. It means those people in that area can go home for now, if local law enforcement allows it.

Update: 08/22/23 - 7:20am

I forgot to mention that all airports in our region are grounded and have been for at least two days due to the smoke and ash in thee air. All Canada post mail (to our region) has been put on immediate hold due to safety concerns. This is will definitely put a wrench into other delivery companies as well.

It finally rained last night. It was off and on all night. The smoke has cleared up enough to see the faded outline of the mountains 1 km away from me, finally.

One thing that boggles my mind is that so many people seem not bothered by the wild fires.

• The old lady I help was confused as to why I could not come on Friday or Monday. She apparently doesn't believe in getting ready for evacuation unless it actually happens. I have a family of 6, and 2 cats. I have to get all these people ready, as 2 are children, and 2 are seniors. My husband just had hip surgery 3 months ago, so he needs more help than he normally does.

• My father ignored my mother's pleas to pack up her things and get ready for the possible evacuation. He's a boomer that used to be a workaholic, and now he's retired and believes it's his God given right to be a lazy slob. So I had to do everything.

• The neighbor just gets on his motorbike and decides that going for a ride up the FIRE STRIKEN MOUNTAIN is a good idea.

• Other neighbors decided to have a BONFIRE in their back yard, while ash falls from the sky onto their heads.

• People in the city had the audacity to fire off FIREWORKS this weekend.

Like, wow.

Update: 08/23/23 - 1:00pm

It rained all night. The skies are clearer and breathable today. More of the red excavation zones have changed to orange alert areas. People are now being allowed back into their homes. Packages and mail has started to arrive today.

Update: 08/24/23 - 7:16am

Yesterday was cool and mildly windy. We have a little more smoke lingering in the air than yesterday, but it's still better than it was on the weekend.

☆☆☆

Stay safe out there!

❤️ 💙

[alsjeblieft-zeg]

125 of 2024

Created by lilprincess

NAMES Your first name begins with a C. Your first name contains 6 letters. Your mom solely picked out your name prior to your birth. Your first name is of Latin origin. You like your first name. Your surname contains 7 letters. (if the prefix counts lol)Your surname begins with a C. Many people have had trouble spelling or pronouncing your surname. When you get married, you choose to take your partner's surname.

BIRTHDAY, BIRTHPLACE & THE LIKE You were born outside of the United States. You're a Capricorn. You think most of your personality traits are akin to your zodiac sign. You have lived in more than one foreign country. You have one sister. You have half-siblings. You have step-siblings. You're a middle child. One of your parents is deceased. Two of your grandparents are deceased. You would love to have kids of your own some day. You would consider adopting a child. You don't see much of your relatives very often. You have a first cousin you haven't seen in 10+ years. You're in your late 20's. You have completed at least some college.

SPORTS & OTHER ACTIVITIES You're not an athletic person. …but you try to remain psychically active. You don't understand the concept of American football. You like soccer. You're a fan of the NY Mets. You've tried skiing and figure skating. You have a gym membership. You like ice hockey. You have watched a game/ match (of any professional sport) LIVE. You like to swim, but are not very good at it.

RELATIONSHIPS & ROMANCE You're in a committed relationship. You've been committed to your partner for 6+ months. You're a sucker for old, romantic films. You've watched porn movies on cable. You've personally experienced a pregnancy. You plan to marry the person you're involved with now. (I already did)

RANDOM MIX You prefer winter over summer. You like the cold. New Year's Eve is your favorite holiday. Christmas really bores or depresses you. You're agnostic or atheist. You're socially liberal. You have pen pals from foreign countries. You have a Tumblr account. You're a proponent of LGBT, animal and environmental rights. You're thrifty. You have lived with roommates… … and hated it! You find the terms "retard" & "fag" very offensive and overused. You're multi-ethnic. You're trying to omit sweets from your diet. You've recently quit drinking or smoking. (<-- that's a grand achievement!) You're currently unemployed. You love techno music. You're an 80's brat. You're bilingual. At least one of your family members have served in the military. You believe war is not a solution to ANYTHING! You fidget constantly when feeling nervous or bored. You're a suburbanite. You have owned a dog, cat, some fish, or a rabbit. You know someone with a neurological disorder like ADHD, epilepsy, OCD, etc (yeah, myself lol)You're a grammar Nazi. You've participated in a spelling bee in elementary school. You prefer swimming in a natural body of water over a swimming pool. You have naturally wavy hair. You love to travel…. but hate traveling by plane!! You don't own a desktop computer. You like spicy and sweet foods. You thought George W Bush was one of the dumbest U.S. presidents ever. You've been to NY…. California… Massachusetts… Florida… Washington, DC… Texas… Virginia… Maryland… New Jersey… New Hampshire… Rhode Island… Maine… Canada… Western Europe… You're a natural brunette, but have colored it before. You think you have a disproportioned physique. You think horror movies are more dumb than scary. You prefer to spend your Friday & Saturday nights quietly. You've taken a ballet or jazz class. You know how to play a musical instrument. You hate to cook and really suck at it. You don't attend parties very often. You've pondered about how overall life was like 100 years ago. You enjoy answering long surveys or creating them. :)

[pom-seedss]

Got tagged by @arts-i-enjoy at just the right time to be able to do one of these things. It's a nifty ask game!

Are you named after anyone?

I think my middle name is based off of some kind of Sears or Eatons model but I cannot verify this.

When was the last time you cried?

Ahh ha ha haha. next please.

Do you have kids?

Nah.

What sports do you play/have you played?

Competitively I used to play a lot. Hockey, curling, ringette, baseball, gymnastics, ice skating, volleyball, basketball. - Basically the only team sport that I didn't participate in was soccer because I couldn't stand soccer. Non-competitively I did rock climbing, general obstacle courses, roller blading, swimming, tubing/water skiing/wakeboarding, archery, hiking, snowmobiling, downhill and cross country skiiing... Dodge ball > : )

Do you use sarcasm?

No. Never. [/sarcasm]

What is the first thing you notice about people?

I don't really notice things in a particular order.... I guess someone's style since I usually notice like... earrings, pins, cute sweaters, neat beards.... novel stimuli is what I notice if I notice people.

What's your eye color?

Brown

Scary movies or happy endings?

Why not both?

Any talents?

I'd like to think I have quite a few. I can sing pretty well, I can draw pleasing things, I'm pretty good at making people laugh. I am a good listener and apparently good to bounce things off of. I got a lot of those "soft skills" you always hear about but can never monetize, lol. But I am content with just being helpful for the people in my life.

Where were you born?

Canada.

What are your hobbies?

Art, video games and animal keeping are the biggins because they are what I have the most energy for. I pick up and drop various physical hobbies (crossstitch, knitting, clay modeling) all the time though but none have a lot of staying power. I like the learning process more than anything, I think.

Can just "learning" be a hobby I guess?

Do you have any pets?

1 Doggo, 2 cats, 1 tiny parrot!

How tall are you?

Short enough to cause problems. 5'2" ish.

Favorite subject in school?

In school? Philosophy and Culture classes were probably my favs.

Dream job?

Ah haha. In a dream world, I want to be a little Renaissance Man with a patron who pays all my bills and leaves me to create. Occasionally asking for something specific to which I can bend my mind to, but otherwise allowed to create freely at my own pace. In reality? I don't really have job aspirations since my disability is so bad, but I'd love something just simple like working at a small town grocer or something. (lol, I say in reality as though big chains haven't made the concept of a general store all but nonexistent outside of extremely rural places ... and even then....) When I was in grade 6 we were supposed to like make plans and figure out what we wanted to do with our lives and I thought it was dumb because I was 12 and knew there were jobs out there I'd never even concieved of so how was I to pick right now? So I just said a dumb answer like I wanted to run a convenience store and didn't take it seriously. Though the more I am out in the world the more I think 12 year old me was right. Just a nice mostly quiet job serving my community, dealing with the public and all that entails but not necessarily the same overwhelming level as retail. And not like... in a city. Small town or bust for this dream I think.

So... uh...tagging... uh..... @evilweasel24 , @ravenbara , @rembrandtswife , @localcryptideli , um..um...um... that's all who I can think of to tag in this I am sorry v.v

[themculibrary]

Cabin Fic Masterlist

As Good a Place as Any (ao3) - Taste_is_Sweet steve/bucky T, 6k

Summary: "It was a retreat," Steve goes on more calmly, then has to swallow against something a little too close to nausea lodged in his throat. "They put—they brought me there to help me get my head on straight. Their psychiatrists were sure it'd help me to get away from everyone. And, and they showed me how to set up video calls. If I wanted. It wasn't a prison."

"Video calls," Bucky says flatly. He stares at Steve so long that Steve has to force himself not to avert his gaze. Bucky's eyes are huge and horrified, and he pushes his fingers through his hair again, then leaves them linked on the back of his head. "Stevie," he says, and his voice cracks. "Stevie, don't you even know what they did to you?"

Baby, It’s Cold Outside (ao3) - haveufoundwhaturlookingfor clint/sam G, 1k

Summary: Clint, Sam, Natasha and Bucky are staying in a cabin for a few days during the winter holidays. Unfortunately, Clint and Sam get trapped inside due to the blizzard outside. This wouldn’t be a problem if Sam didn’t have a crush on Clint.

Cat Person (ao3) - The_She_Devil steve/bucky E, 72k

Summary: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. Bucky Barnes is tasked with acclimating Steve Rogers to the 21st century. Together with Alpine, they are stuck at the Retreat for four weeks catching up on history, technology, and pop culture.

Bucky is aware he might be playing with fire by wearing those leggings around Captain America. Steve is aware he should not try to take off said leggings, as much as that pretty Agent Barnes might want him to.

Takes place during those few weeks when Steve was at the Retreat right after coming out of the ice.

don't threaten me with a good time (ao3) - canistakahari steve/bucky T, 10k

Summary: Steve's taken him on vacation to a cabin in Canada in the middle of winter, so it's obviously the perfect time for his body to go haywire. Bucky is determined to stick it out, though, partly because he's a stubborn bastard, but mostly because he feels some kinda way about Steve.

Like Real People Do (ao3) - 2bestfriends E, 67k

Summary: Seven years into an isolated retirement after the Battle of New York, Steve has carved out a place for himself in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. He has a best friend (his dog, Lady), a frenemy (a local black bear named Rufus), and a cabin in the middle of the woods, an hour's drive from the nearest town. As November comes to a close, he heads into town to pick up supplies and ends up with a stowaway.

Bucky hasn't had much luck over the past seven years. Disaster caused his family to move from New York to Indiana, and his life has steadily fallen apart ever since. After one too many heartbreaks, he decides to hitch his way back to the last place he remembers being happy: Brooklyn. He's in the homestretch when he finds himself stranded in a half-empty tourist town in the Catskills and decides to take a chance crawling into the back of someone's truck.

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AKA the "Lumberjack Steve/Twink Bucky" fic of our hearts. Bucky spends so much time thirsty as hell.

Of Books and Memories and Snow (ao3) - vorkosigan steve/tony T, 21k

Summary: Even if Steve and Tony are sort of talking again, the unease between them is still palpable. Steve wants to talk things over again. The last thing Tony wants right now is to ruminate over the past. He finally has a weekend off (or as near as), and he decides to go skiing in his old family cabin he hasn't visited in many years. Inviting Steve along seems like a good idea at the tim... No. No, it doesn't, it really doesn't, but it's beginning to look like the only option. Also, catching a cold really wasn't a plan at all...

Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater (ao3) - frostysunflowers G, 4k

Summary: A weekend visit to the cabin doesn’t go according to plan.

Ride of the Valkyries (ao3) - archwrites (Arch) darcy/steve E, 7k

Summary: “This is the best-slash-worst mission ever,” Darcy says. “On the one hand, we’re stranded in the wilderness; on the other hand, I get to spend days in bed with Captain America.”

Or, How Darcy and Steve Learn to Stop Worrying and Have Lots of Filthy Sex.

should be a dream but I'm not sleepy (ao3) - seventymilestobabylon steve/tony M, 4k

Summary: Steve and Tony get hit with a telepathy spell and a magical blizzard, and they have to take shelter in a cabin with fresh milk but no working electricity. Even when they can sort of read each other's minds, they are still terrible at communicating.

Someone To Watch Over Me (ao3) - obsessivereader steve/bucky E, 24k

Summary: One cold, winter's night, Steve Rogers, retired Special Forces operative, finds an unconscious young man in the woods surrounding his property. In the morning, the stranger wakes up and Steve is left with plenty of questions about the beautiful young man with guileless eyes and a sheepish smile, who speaks with self-deprecating humor as though there isn't a bruise on his face and restraint marks on his wrist.

Stuck With Me (ao3) - ShibayamaG rocket/thor E, 59k

Summary: Five years should be more than enough time to get over somebody you shouldn't have feelings for in the first place. Unfortunately for Rocket, he's about to get caught up in more than one unexpected storm when he goes to visit Thor in New Asgard.

The Day the World Went Away (ao3) - 74days steve/bucky T, 21k

Summary: Bucky Barnes has survived the Virus that devastated the world, leaving him road-tripping over America dodging violent gangs and trying to get through another year. When he manages to find a radio station still broadcasting, he's not aware that the voice on the other side of the country will soon become the driving force behind his actions.

Time for Home (ao3) - GoodbyeBlues steve/bucky M, 63k

Summary: When Steve rescues Bucky from a car wreck in the middle of a snow storm, he isn't looking for a reward, but he certainly isn't expecting to be berated about his lack of wifi and his “unjustifiable” use of emergency scissors either. He also isn't expecting to find his infuriating new housemate so goddamn attractive.

Saving Bucky Barnes’ life was easy. Living with him? Not so much.

When You Move, I Move (ao3) - 2bestfriends steve/bucky E, 20k

Summary: As September ushers in cooler nights, Bucky asks for a little more heat.

[altruistbloger]

Why American Travelers Should Experience Skeena Cat Skiing

For American travelers looking for an unforgettable winter adventure, Skeena Cat Skiing in British Columbia, Canada, offers an incredible opportunity to explore some of the best backcountry skiing in the world. With its stunning landscapes and deep powder, Skeena is a top choice for those seeking a unique skiing experience.

What is Cat Skiing?

Cat skiing is a thrilling way to explore the mountains. Instead of using ski lifts, you ride in a snowcat—a large, tracked vehicle designed for snow travel—to reach remote and untouched slopes. This means you get to ski on fresh, pristine powder, away from the busy resort crowds.

Why Choose Skeena Cat Skiing?

Skeena Cat Skiing, located in the remote wilderness of Northern British Columbia, offers an exceptional skiing experience. Here’s why it’s a great destination for American travelers:

Unmatched Snow Conditions: Skeena is known for its deep, light powder snow, making it perfect for skiing. The region receives abundant snowfall, ensuring excellent conditions throughout the season.

Spectacular Scenery: The Skeena Mountains offer breathtaking views and diverse terrain, including wide-open bowls, gladed trees, and steep chutes. The natural beauty of the area enhances the adventure.

Experienced Guides: Skeena Cat Skiing is led by professional guides who know the terrain well. They prioritize safety and fun, taking you to the best spots for skiing and ensuring an enjoyable experience.

Small Groups: Cat skiing tours at Skeena are kept small, allowing for a personalized experience and more runs throughout the day. You’ll enjoy the slopes without the crowds, making for a more intimate adventure.

What to Expect on a Skeena Cat Skiing Trip

A day of cat skiing at Skeena is packed with excitement and stunning scenery. Here’s what American travelers can anticipate:

Morning Meet-Up: Start your day by meeting your guides and group at the lodge. You’ll receive a safety briefing and be fitted with any necessary gear.

Snowcat Ride: Climb into the snowcat for a scenic ride up the mountain. Enjoy the views as you journey to the top of the slopes.

Skiing Adventure: Once you reach the top, it’s time to hit the slopes! Your guide will lead you down some of the best runs, showcasing the incredible terrain and deep powder.

Lunch Break: Take a break to enjoy lunch in the beautiful wilderness. It’s a perfect time to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Afternoon Skiing: Spend the afternoon exploring more terrain, trying different runs, and enjoying the thrill of skiing in such a remote and beautiful place.

End of Day: Return to the lodge with amazing memories and stories to share from your adventure.

Tips for American Travelers

Plan Your Trip: Check travel requirements and book your trip in advance. Skeena is a popular destination, so early planning ensures the best experience.

Dress Warmly: Wear layers and waterproof clothing to stay comfortable in changing weather conditions.

Listen to Your Guides: Follow the safety instructions and advice from your guides to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Embrace the Adventure: Cat skiing offers a unique and thrilling way to experience the mountains, so relax and have fun.

Conclusion

For American travelers seeking a unique and thrilling skiing adventure, Skeena Cat Skiing in British Columbia is a must-visit destination. With its incredible snow, stunning scenery, and unparalleled backcountry terrain, Skeena offers an unforgettable experience. Pack your gear and head north for a cat skiing adventure that promises excitement and memories to last a lifetime.

[satans-lil-d3mon]

I was tagged by @well-mannered-barbarian for this get to know your followers question game thing? That’s what I’m calling it! Lol. Thank you for the tag 🖤

1. Are you named after anyone?

Nope

2. Last time you cried?

Uhm, last weekend I think.

3. Do you have/want kids?

I don’t have kids and I’m unable to have them.

4. Do you use sarcasm a lot?

Yes and no, mostly when I’m being bitchy or someone is annoying me.

5. What’s the first thing you notice about people?

The way they carry themselves.

6. What’s your eye color?

Green,grey,blue, with orange in the center. They’re never the same color, depends on my mood.

7. Scary movies or happy endings ?

Scary movies!

8. Special talents?

Fucking things up

9. Where were you born?

Canada

10. What are your hobbies?

Camping, concerts, road trips, off-roading , demolition derbies.

11. Have any pets?

Yes, cats and a bunny

12. What sports do you play or have you played?

None other than sports back when I was in school

13. How tall are you?

5’4

14.Favourite subject in school?

Art

15. Dream job?

Crime scene investigator

Tagging a few mutuals, no pressure though as always!

@hellalohalani , @dontlook-backnow , @666sweetmister , @rain-clouds-in-pink-skies , @sleepylilangel , @thelast-dandelion , @the-bearded-bisexual & anyone who wants to play 🖤

[gwenivere]

       *    💘 — what and/or who do you consider near and dear to you? ✈️ — ever traveled anywhere interesting? 🎮— favorite video game(s)? 🖊— any tattoos? 🍰 — favorite sweet(s)/dessert(s)? 🐶 — any pets? 📕 — favorite book/series? 😗 — what are some of your favorite things to do when you have some time to yourself? 💯 — share three random facts about yourself that your mutuals may not know about you. !!          ›          @manaborn      ,   prompt   [ … ]   accepting

💘 — what and / or who do you consider near and dear to you? obviously , at the top of my list , there's my family , composed of my mother , father and younger sibling .   also high up there is my girlfriend , carmen , who was also one of my first partners on here funnily enough .   these four , alongside my best friend , are the people i consider the closest and dearest to me .   in terms of objects , i'd have to answer books and tea , if only because i love both and they play an instrumental part in my daily life .   i would also consider my job to be something near and dear to me , if only because i'm lucky enough that i get to do something everyday that makes me happy .

✈️ — ever traveled anywhere interesting ? there are two places i consider to be the most interesting .   the first is sidney by the sea , a small town on the island of vancouver in western canada .   sidney by the sea is the country's sole booktown , and i had the privilege to spend an afternoon roaming through all of the various bookstores before watching the sun set in the sea at the nearby beach .   it's a wonderful place , if you can afford to go .   the other interesting place i've traveled to is lebanon .   i might be biased since i'm lebanese on my father's side , but i genuinely think the entire country is gorgeous and worth visiting , and i miss going there , although it's harder to visit now that my grandparents have both passed away .   i also sometimes joke with my family that lebanon is the only place in the world where you can choose to go ski in the morning and go to the beach in the evening .

🎮 — favorite video game(s) ? bloodborne is my favorite game ever , but other games i enjoy include the soulsborne series , identity v , the dishonored series , celeste and the house in fata morgana .   i also want to try splatoon , in spite of being bad at shooters , lol .   

🖊 — any tattoos ? unfortunately , no , since i'm scared of needles .   i was toying with the idea of getting the scarlet wing's flower or the red butterfly from mia goodwin's tomboy down the line , but since i'm approaching my thirties , i'm debating on whether or not i should since i am starting to consider myself too old for tattoos .   

🍰 — favorite sweet(s)/dessert(s) ? i'm fond of french pastries , mostly st. honoré cakes and religieuses , as well as more traditional lebanese sweets like qatayef and kadaif .   i also like strawberry shortcakes and mochis , as well as most gummies , peach rings especially .

🐶 — any pets ? none unfortunately , although i'd like to have one in the future once my girlfriend and i move in together .   i'd like to have a cat , but my sibling's allergic , so maybe a dog .

📕 — favorite book/series ? there are too many to enumerate , but some of my favorites include paradise rot by jenny hval , my sister the serial killer by oyinkan braithwaite , drive your plow over the bones of the dead by olga tokarczuk , her body and other parts by carmen maria machado , all's well by mona awad and nous , anastasia r. by patrice ordas and patrick cothias  ( which is available in french only )  .   in terms of series , i'm quite fond of the radiant emperor series by shelley parker-chan , the burning kingdom series by tasha suri and the magic of the lost series by c.l. clark .   books i'm looking forward to are silver nitrate by silvia moreno-garcia  ( which will include lebanese-mexican rep !! )  and a study in drowning by ava reid  ( my latest hyperfixation ) .

😗 — what are some of your favorite things to do when you have some time to yourself ? read and drink tea .   i also enjoy listening to music on my phone , although i am lucky enough to own a couple of cds by some of my favorite artists .   walking and exploring the nearby city is also something i enjoy doing by myself , alongside visiting bookstores or the national library .

😗 — what are some of your favorite things to do when you have some time to yourself ? read and drink tea .   i also enjoy listening to music on my phone , although i am lucky enough to own a couple of cds by some of my favorite artists .   walking and exploring the nearby city is also something i enjoy doing by myself , alongside visiting bookstores or the national library .

💯 — share three random facts about yourself that your mutuals may not know about you. 1. my favorite flowers are lilac , hortensia and lavender .   2. i work as a teacher specialized in teaching immigrant kids and teens .   3 . my copy of a river through time  ( the first guinevere jones book by random house australia )   is signed by tamara hope , who played gwen in the show .

[ivoryminitower]

Echoes of Home: 67 - Steve ("cat TV")

Echoes of Home: FFXIV AU OC – WoLs on Earth

When I was a kid, or what I remember of when someone else was a kid, I had a tricycle with solid rubber wheels.  Growing up, I wondered why cars and bikes didn't have solid wheels rather than messing with inner tubes and valves and pumps and all.

I suspect the answer is because it's a major pain in the ass to put a solid rubber tire onto a hub if it's at all durable.  It just doesn't want to stretch enough.  Between the two of us, Tsu'na and I managed to pull my solid bike tire in four directions far enough to get it onto the rim, but that left it so stretched out of shape it would fall off if we actually tried to ride it.

Tsu'na thinks she can Goldsmith a valve with time and a few examples, but in the meantime I'm trying to write a recipe for a wheel that includes rubber, so that the tire can be made molded on.  Which, come to think of it, is probably how the trike wheels were made.

The Pit is pretty quiet now when we're on duty.  Arguments start, but nothing too physical happens.  Certainly no more gun incidents so far.  Sam's happy about that and the clientele seem content.  And it means Tsu'na and I can do whatever we want, as long as we're ready to respond if anything does happen.

So what we did last night was settle at a table with our laptops, making potential travel plans.  So far the best we've been able to do for materials in the more-or-less immediate area is steel.  It's perfectly adequate for weapons and armor when all we need to fight against is commonly available handguns, but still, we could do better.  And we might actually need better some day.

The problem with that is that higher-level materials aren't intuitively found on Earth.  When it's something similar or equivalent to an Earth material, we can go to where it's normally found and look for it our way.  Otherwise, what we've been trying to do is find geography equivalent to where something was found in Eorzea and hope it's there on Earth.

Mythril is the next step up the line from steel.  In Eorzea we found it in a rocky ridge on the southern border of the Sagolii Desert in Southern Thanalan, a large sandy desert with big dunes, giant sandworms and zombies.  Assuming the sandworms and zombies aren't a requirement, we could maybe find comparable geography in White Sands, New Mexico, or Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado.  Both are roughly a "mere" thousand miles away, doable by bus if we wanted to make another "romantic getaway".

Of course, there is no I am not aware of the equivalent of mythril on Earth, though perhaps there's some alloy that would be functionally equivalent.  But that doesn't mean we can't go look.  After all, I was not aware of aether crystals being present on Earth until we started mining them.

Cobalt, on the other hand, does exist here.  Like in Eorzea, it's alloyed with iron and carbon to make a strong, long-wearing metal, good for armor and tools.  In Eorzea it's found in Northern Thanalan, in a gloomy area called Bluefog, I think named for the perpetual blue-tinted heavy-industry haze.  On Earth it's in Missouri, which I think is much nicer.  We could maybe skip mythril and go straight for cobalt.

After cobalt comes darksteel, another unknown-Earth-equivalent.  Darksteel is a limited-time-of-day material in Coerthas Central Highlands, which is a craggy permafrost area.  Eorzea doesn't have seasons like Earth does, but still, that permafrost area is the result of a calamity called the Calamity, so it's icy year-round regardless.  There's permafrost areas in the Rockies, including Colorado, so we could aim for ski resorts or something.  Never mind that we don't ski.

Titanium, which is next, does of course exist here.  In the US it's mined in Utah, and in Canada it's mined in Quebec.  In Eorzea it's found in the old-growth forests of the Dravanian Forelands; if geography equivalents are sufficient in this world, that might mean we can look for it in the Keystone Ancient Forest in Sand Springs…which isn't too far down the road.

There's more metals past titanium, but they're all unknown-Earth-equivalent material, such as adamantite.  Adamantite is only found at certain times of the Eorzean day in Azys Lla, an area of floating rocks covered with ruins of Allagan research facilities, the monsters they created, and the toxic waste they left behind.  

Googling "floating rocks" brings up pumice; googling "floating islands" talks about concentrations of plants that float freely and even produce soil.  Nothing big enough to build a factory on, and certainly nothing floating in the sky.  On the other hand, if we're looking for industrial ruins, mutant animals and toxic waste, Earth has an embarrassment of riches, and we don't even have to go as far as Chernobyl.

So that's three metals -- mythril, titanium and adamantite -- that require, at least in our existing recipes, darksteel to serve as an alloy.  We can maybe improvise with titanium the way we did with steel, but when the base metal itself isn't Earth-native there's only so much improvising we can do.  Cobalt should last us a while; if we need to go beyond that, I'll just have to take Tsu'na to the appropriate-seeming geography and let her prospect.  Which, after adamantite, might be Iraq or China.

Tsu'na was mildly fascinated to learn about all the different climes in the US alone.  It's certainly convenient that I can show her so much variety without needing a passport.  ID and transport are still works in progress.

I was sufficiently enjoying geo-wishlisting with her that it affected my situational awareness.  I should have noticed Deputy Frank approaching before he was standing at our table.

"Nice laptops."

"Uh, thanks."

"Where'd you get them?"

"Tulsa."

"Which store?"

"I honestly don't remember.  They were an impulse buy…we'd just done some day labor and had the cash to spend."

"Day labor."

"Picking corn, yeah."

"Where at?"

"No idea.  Stand at a convenience store, guy comes by with a truck, pays cash, drops us off again."

"I thought they harvested corn with machines."

"Guess their machine was broken."

"So, you have no money, and the first money you get you spend on computers?  Not food or clothing?"

"We eat at the diner.  We make our own clothing.  Besides, the internet is really cheap entertainment, and we can look for work online."

He nodded, studying me, perhaps trying to see past my congenial smile.  I added, "We appreciate the county sheriff's department taking an interest in our welfare."

"Perhaps I should check the serial numbers on the laptops.  Make sure you didn't receive stolen property."

"Thanks, but I'm comfortable with the legitimacy of the store."

"But you don't remember what store."

"It was probably a Best Buy.  That's my go-to for electronics."

"Still.  It would be good to be sure."

I nodded.  "No thank you."

"You have something to hide?"

I maintained my smile.  "I believe the fifth amendment to the US Constitution says I don't need to answer that question."

We gazed at each other across the table, and not in a good way.  I asked, "Would you like some corn?  They let us take some as part of our pay and we have more than we need."

He blinked at that.  "Corn?"

I turned to my wife.  "Tsu'na, my love…would you please fetch a couple ears from the workshop?"

My wife scowled at me.  "You want to give this man our food?"

"Just a couple ears.  Community relations and stuff."

She gave Deputy Frank a mildly hostile glance before closing her laptop and heading out the back of the bar.  She had a pile of corn in her inventory, but whipping that out in front of the deputy would have been awkward.  And it gave an excuse to switch up the tone a little.

"So, what's all this about?"

"Just keeping an eye on local activity."

"Does that include searching our workshop?"

"As I told your wife, that was because of a citizen complaint."

"Are we under investigation for some reason?"

"If you were, I wouldn't be able to discuss it with you."

I sighed.  "My wife and I are willing to cooperate with local law enforcement as long as it's done through proper channels."

"Does that include coming down to the station to answer some questions?"

"I'm on the clock at the moment.  Anything you want to ask me now?"

"We'll be in touch if we have any specific inquiries."

Tsu'na came back and proferred two ears of corn, though not terribly graciously.  The deputy didn't seem to know what to do with them; he eventually said, "Thank you, ma'am", accepted the corn and left the bar.

As she sat back down beside me, Sam wandered over.  "Think he made off with one o' yer cider empties last week.  Any reason to worry?"

No, because my Earth-normal gearset includes Augmented Crystarium Gloves of Striking glamoured to be invisible, so I don't leave fingerprints.  "Can't think of one.  Why's he so interested in us?  Aren't there more Deweys to chase down?"

"Deweys are a dime a dozen round here.  You folks might be the most interestin' things in the county."

I sighed.  "Cat TV."

"S'pose so.  Try not to look like a mouse."

[wizardingworldlibrary]

Snow Masterlist

Après Ski (ao3) - scullymurphy hermione/draco, harry/ginny, daphne/theodore, neville/blaise M, 9k

Summary: Ginny's let a ski chalet in Switzerland for a pre-Christmas weekend with friends. It's beautiful, cozy and festive, but there aren't enough beds, which means Hermione and Draco will (reluctantly) have to share. And then, of course, they get snowed in...

a step in the snow (ao3) - qrtemis sirius/remus N/R, 1k

Summary: when their other friends weren’t available, remus ends up being the one to accompany sirius outside to experience the first snowfall of the season

christmas at godric’s hollow (ao3) - Maven_Morozov james/lily T, 907

Summary: James and Lily prepare for Christmas in their first winter in snowy Godric’s Hollow.

Eight Nights (ao3) - CelestialSeaWitch hermione/harry M, 17k

Summary: It’s ten days to Christmas when Harry’s and Hermione’s portkey to a work conference in Canada goes wrong. They end up stuck in the middle of a snowy forest in the dead of winter with no clue how to get word to a magical community. An AU long-shot in which the war never happened, Harry was a Slytherin, and Hermione was never his friend.

Étoile des Neiges (ao3) - BloodyFlammable draco/harry, hermione/ron, seamus/dean, hannah/neville M, 32k

Summary: Potter was leaning against the doorframe, feet bare, jeans low on his hips, ear pierced, nose red from the cold. He was smirking as if the sole purpose of his existence was to drive Draco crazy.

The eighth years spend the holidays in a French ski resort and Draco comes to terms with his feelings.

Found You on a Snowy Day (ao3) - Mermaidflete hermione/draco M, 1k

Summary: The Golden Girl joins the Slytherins on an adventure to Hogsmead on a Snowy Day

Harry’s Got A Brand New Hag (ao3) - Torak (awmperry) harry/ginny T, 1k

Summary: Harry and Ginny set off to find Potter Manor. It’s not a long walk, but they still manage to get snowed in…

On Thin Ice (ao3) - finding_the_sun regulus/james, sirius/remus N/R, 4k

Summary: What starts out as a fun snow day with a rambunctious toddler, his favorite uncles, and his dads ends up being a disaster when an accident occurs that puts one of them at risk.

Or,

Jegulus raising Harry & wolfstar being the best uncles ever.

Snow and pizza (ao3) - a_reader_and_writer draco/harry G, 803

Summary: Draco and Harry are snowed in.

Snowed In (ao3) - SteampunkSerpent27 draco/harry G, 1k

Summary: After being Snowed in at their cabin retreat, Harry and Draco spend their extra day cuddling and enjoying the weather.

Snowed In (ao3) - alexandra__spamilton sirius/remus G, 758

Summary: Its the winter holidays, but Remus and Sirius have decided to stay at Hogwarts because of an impending full moon. What happens when they get snowed in at the Shrieking Shack the morning after Remus' transition?

Snowflakes and Sweet Seduction (ao3) - AshJuillet hermione/fred T, 4k

Summary: Hermione uses a snowball fight to confess her feelings for Fred.

The Secret of the Stag (ao3) - Zahnarzt_inn james/lily T, 3k

Summary: It’s winter and James and Lily are young and in love. On a snowy walk in the forbidden forest, James shows Lily his Animagus form.

The Way We Wind (ao3) - bluefay draco/harry, hermione/ron E, 45k

Summary: After the war, Harry’s life falls to shambles. Each day revolves around an intense battle with his mental health, and there’s nothing that Ron or Hermione can do to help him.

That is, until Hermione teaches Harry how to knit.

Fast forward five years, and Harry is the proud owner of a renowned knitting shop in Diagon Alley, The Whomping Willow Woolery. Christmas season is upon him, and the shop is busier than ever. So, is it really a surprise that Draco Malfoy wanders in looking for a gift for his mother?

Cue awkward meetings, fluffy knitting lessons, a truly horrible scarf, a cat named Stockinette who is readily obsessed with Draco, and falling in love with one’s worst enemy.

The Weather Outside Is Frightful (ao3) - MellarkandArt G, 1k

Summary: “Twenty some odd children and yet you’re the only one who comes back into the castle with frostbite.”

Harry sighed. So they were back on that.

“Look on the bright side. At least I came back at all.”

Professor Snape scowled. “You are not nearly as humorous as you believe yourself to be.”

OR

it’s the winter holidays, and Harry just wants to play with his new friends in the snow. If only Professor Snape didn’t have to be such a fuddy-duddy about it.

'tis the damn season (ao3) - moonymoment sirius/remus T, 71k

Summary: “Where are you going?”

Remus turns. Sirius looks delightful; wine-flush and December drizzle painting his pale, pretty face the deepest carmine red. His spindly hands are twiddling at his front, as if he doesn’t know quite what to do with them. He sniffs, and exhales corporeal ice that sends a shiver running down Remus’ spine. He’s not sure if it’s from the cold or the alcohol or… something else.

and it always leads to you, and my hometown

To All a Good Night (ao3) - MsAlexWP sirius/remus E, 36k

Summary: Sirius Black was supposed to spend Christmas in a luxury Airbnb in Vermont with his best friends. Instead, there's a record-breaking snowstorm, a tiny cabin with no electricity, a viral video, a mysterious last-minute breakup, and sharing a bed with Remus Lupin.

When Winter Doesn’t End (ao3) - RuArcher (Coriesocks) scorpius/albus M, 39k

Summary: Albus really hates snow, and Scorpius won’t take no for an answer.

You Look Lonely (ao3) - galaxy_skies hermione/draco T, 2k

Summary: The moon is peeking between the clouds as Hermione notices the figure notice her. In the darkness – illuminated by the snow – they end up matching their paces to meet each other. Two strangers, soon to be revealed, no longer alone in the swirling snow and sharply cold air.

your eyes are like starlight now (ao3) - hiddenpolkadots james/lily G, 1k

Summary: “The first snow is magical, you can’t deny it,” and Lily grumbled, but she did have to agree. It was beautiful.

Of course, that moment lasted exactly thirty seconds before James squashed a snowball into her face.