Seasonal attractions at Yosemite National Park — including Badger Pass Ski Area — typically open in mid-December once the park has experienced a healthy helping of snowfall. However, Yosemite visitors had to wait longer than usual to get their snowy weather fix this winter, with flurries finally showing up in late December and early January.

The man was snowboarding at Stevens Pass and crashed headfirst into a snow-covered creek well, according to the King County sheriff's office.

She had retired, her place among the sport's greats settled, and started a family. Still, the American star felt the urge for one more run.