A THRILLING FORTNIGHT ON THE SCOTTISH MOUNTAINS
The past two weeks have delivered an unforgettable end-of-season stretch for Scottish snowsports, with athletes, coaches and families making the most of the final snow across the Highlands. From high-level racing to grassroots development and community celebrations, the calendar has been packed with memorable moments.
Maverick Spirit at Glenshee
The fortnight began with the Scottish Freedom Series – The Maverick at Glenshee Ski Centre. Riders gathered just as winter conditions were beginning to hang on by a thread and milder weather started to move in.
Despite the marginal snow, the Maverick delivered exactly what the Freedom Series is known for: creativity, progression and a community vibe. Competitors made the most of the available terrain, squeezing every last drop out of the mountain before the thaw took hold.
Incredible Racing at Cairngorm
Next came one of the standout days of the season at Cairngorm Mountain during the Scottish Children’s Championships & Bairns Bucket.
Under bright sunshine on the Ptarmigan Bowl, the youngest racers tackled a pro-style slalom course, showcasing impressive determination and skill. Meanwhile, further down the hill, the country’s first seeded Giant Slalom race in six years was held.
The level of racing was exceptional and the atmosphere electric, creating a day many involved say they “still can’t quite believe.”
Futures Sessions at the Glencoe Gathering
Development continued with Futures Sessions during the Glencoe Gathering at Glencoe Mountain Resort - a Park + Pipe course aimed to get more people in the park and learning new tricks with qualified coaches on hand.
The course was fully booked, with an incredible 16 snowboarders, with a busy day on the hill for the next generation of freestyle riders. Participants honed their skills before heading straight into the Rail Jam, where the energy ramped up even further.
Unfortunately, stormy weather meant the mountain was unable to open on Sunday for the second half of the Glencoe Gathering, but the packed Saturday session ensured plenty of progression and stoke for everyone involved.
New Instructors on the Hill
Professional development was also on the agenda with an On Piste Leadership Skills module led by Snowsport Scotland’s Josef Tautscher. With somewhat questionable conditions (getting soaked through within the first 45 minutes!) the course was a great success, and “perfect” conditions for the course itself.
The course welcomed two snowboarders and two skiers, all of whom successfully completed the training and are now eligible to teach on Scotland’s mountains - a great boost for the next generation of instructors supporting the sport.
Our next On Piste Leadership course is on the 22nd March at Glencoe. Book here.
ToshDash & Jam 2026 Closes the Season in Style
The fortnight wrapped up with the much-loved ToshDash & Jam 2026 at The Lecht Ski Centre. The day brought together riders, families and friends to celebrate everything that makes Scottish snowsports special.
Held in memory of the late James “Tosh” McIntosh, the event captures the spirit of the Scottish mountain community: it doesn’t matter how much snow there is—you can still have a great time.
In a stroke of good fortune, a fresh dusting of snow arrived on Friday evening, priming the slopes just in time for Saturday’s festivities. The result was a day full of fun laps, jams, laughter and the unmistakable sense of community that defines the Scottish scene.
A Fitting End to the Season
As the winter season draws to a close, the past two weeks have been a powerful reminder of what makes Scottish snowsports unique: resilience, creativity, and a passionate community willing to make the most of every patch of snow.