Carl Scofield

Theres a certain barrier to entry when it comes to winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.

For others, though, the biggest barrier is cultural a lack of accessibility and diversity.

U.S. resorts have poured concerted efforts into diversifying those demographics.

Paraplegic person skiing down a hill

Credit:Carl Scofield

Here are 10 ski weeks and retreats to check out this year.

But thanks to events like the Hartford Ski Spectacular, theres more room on the slopes than ever before.

Checkthe websitefor details about next seasons events as they become available.

A group of BIPOC skiers

Courtesy of BIPOC Mountain Collective

Most events take place at Mt.

It all starts with the World Disabled Invitational, with professional athletes with disabilities vying in a race.

Aspen Gay Ski Week party

Matt Power Photography

Paraplegic skiing down a hill

Joe Kusumoto

Aerial of Inclusive Ski Touring

Courtesy of Inclusive Ski Touring

A group of men posing in front of a Stowe, Vermont mural

Courtesy of Winter Rendezvous

Two girls dressed up for the costume ski event

Jan Hazen

A group of men at Utah Gay Ski Week

Courtesy of Utah Gay Ski Week

Wells Fargo Ski Cup

Courtesy of Wells Fargo Ski Cup