# Sky High Sport Excursions Heli-Skiing in Alaska is a Dare-Devil's Adventure By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-skiing-in-alaska References: [travelchannel](http://www.travelchannel.com/interests/sports/articles/heli-skiing-in-alaska) Speed enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies will love heli-skiing in Alaska, an extreme winter sports activity that rivals all others. Heli-skiing differs from regular skiing in a multitude of ways. The most glaring discrepancy between the two is the absence of ski lifts in heli-skiing. As its name suggests, heli-skiing requires actual helicopters to transport skiers up the Chugach mountains, near the town of Valdez, where all heli-skiing takes place. To maintain safety and reduce the risk of avalanche, each skier descends onto the mountain one at a time For those who are interested in trying heli-skiing, you better make your mind up fast: the season only lasts a mere 12 weeks, running from February to the end of April. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extreme Winter Activities:** Developing more extreme winter activities such as heli-skiing can attract people who are seeking for thrill and adventure. - **Sustainable Heli-skiing:** Integrating eco-friendly practices in heli-skiing operations can attract environmentally conscious individuals and appeal to those who are committed to sustainability. - **Technology-enhanced Heli-skiing:** Incorporating advanced technology in heli-skiing, such as virtual reality and drones, can improve the overall experience and attract tech-savvy individuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Winter Sports:** Companies in the winter sports industry can capitalize on the growing demand for extreme winter activities such as heli-skiing. - **Travel and Tourism:** Travel companies can develop packages that incorporate heli-skiing activities to cater to adventure seekers and thrill seekers. - **Aerospace:** Innovations in aerospace technology can improve helicopter safety and efficiency, potentially attracting more individuals to heli-skiing activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Winter Sport Rideshare Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-ski.md) - [Complimentary Snowmobile Rides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complimentary-snowmobile-ride.md) - [Snow-Themed Winter Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-massif-de-charlevoix.md) - [High-Altitude Trekking Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mount-everest-base-camp-trek.md) - [Adaptable Outdoor Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptive-sports-center.md) - [Pop-Up Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niseko-confidential.md) - [Luxury Winter Chairlifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-chairlift.md) - [Motorized Skier Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eskimo.md) - [Adventure-Seeking Iceland Flight Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iceland-flight-program.md)