I am an avid snowboarder and over the last decade there is no question our winters have changed for the worse. Climate change on the rise means snow levels are rising in elevation and shorter winters. After studying climate change for 5 years at UBC I believe it is essential we become climate change activists. Global warming has the potential to extinguish “powder days” and negativley effect the tourism economy. I want to continue influencing positive changes on our environment and hope my voice inspires others to help mitigate climate change. I came across the website “POW” protect our winters that was made by Jeremy Jones; one of if not the most famous snowboarder in the world. His vision connects with mine. Reduce climate change and preserve our mountains; because we all need winter.