Here's the gear you need to go skiing your first time on the slopes when you rent the big stuff (helmet, boots, and skis).

BIG SKY — The winter season is officially underway at Big Sky Resort as hordes of skiers and snowboarders of all sizes and skills descended on opening day. While much of the mountain remained a dirt ...

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