Mike Doyle Introduction Award-winning skiing journalistMember of the Eastern Ski Writers Association, the North American Snowsports Journalists Association, and the International Sports Press AssociationProvides expert commentary for snow sporting events Experience Mike Doyle is a former writer for ThoughtCo who contributed articles about the sport of skiing for over nine years. Mike grew up in the snow country of New York state. After skiing almost every resort in the East, he spent two years in Europe during his military service and visited the continent's most popular ski slopes. He returned to the United States to work in various capacities at ski resorts and ski shops across the country. Mike received the 2007 North American Snowsports Journalists Association's Harold S. Hirsch Award for Internet Writing. He is a member of the Eastern Ski Writers Association, the North American Snowsports Journalists Association, and the International Sports Press Association. Mike also provides commentary as an expert on snow skiing and other snow sports through his company Doyle and Doyle Communications. He also contributes articles to Powder, The Skier's Magazine, and Liftopia.com. Education Mike Doyle earned a masters degree from State University of New York Empire State College and a Bachelor Arts degree from Siena College.Awards and PublicationsReceived the 2007 North American Snowsports Journalists Association's Harold S. Hirsch Award for Internet Writing LiveAbout and Dotdash Meredith LiveAbout, a Dotdash Meredith brand, is a reference site focused on entertainment, activities, and hobbies. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines. Read more from Mike Doyle 10 Best Stocking Stuffers For Skiers Where to Buy Ski Clothing Skiing Tips First Time Skier's Tips What to Wear When You Go Skiing How to Be a Ski Bum Best Ski Brands for Any Type of Skiing How to Keep Your Hands Warm While Skiing Getting Up After a Fall Without Taking Off Your Skis Eight Tips for Safe Tree Skiing Reviews of Ski Boot Heaters How Much Money Do Ski Instructors Make? How to Size Downhill Ski Poles Sizing and Buying Junior Skis Make Your Own Ski Rack Ski Trail Ratings Explained 7 Great Ski Boot Brands for Men and Women A full Rundown of Cross Country and Downhill Skiing Choosing a Pair of Ski Goggles A Guide to the Different Types of Snow Custom Replacement Ski Boot Liners A User's Guide to the Sport of Alpine Ski Racing Ski Safely on Icy and Hard Packed Snow How to Keep Your Feet Warm While Skiing