I grew up within a stone's throw from quite a few gorgeous ski resorts, but somehow never learned to ski, snowboard, or do much besides hurl myself down snow covered hillsides (with sleds and without) with the hope that I wouldn't break anything or anyone on my descent. Even with my lack of involvement, one thing I have noticed is how the gradually warmer and milder winters have negatively affected the ski industry.

ItsYourNature got a chance to experience the epitome of Winter sports at this year's Winter X Games. Check out our take on what's happening to the Ski Industry.