Michelle Parker

What is your fondest childhood memory?

Boat camping with my family, backpacking, going to Disney Land, my dad dressing up like for all of my birthdays, my mom being the most patient women I have ever met, and obviously skiing at my day care was a great memory.

What was the most memorable moment of your life ... on snow?

There are a lot of very memorable moments that I have had on skis. I think that landing my first front flip and learning rails stick out to me as very vivid memories so I will go with that.

What would surprise your fans most about you?

I have a worm bin.

Who’s your favorite musical artist that you’ve just heard of in the last 6 months?

Tyler, The Creator and Curren$y

When you're having a bad day, what do you do to cheer up?

First off, I try not to have any bad days. I live such an amazing life, it's actually hard to have bad days. I suppose if I am having a bad day, jumping in the lake is very refreshing and relaxing or going for a bike ride, walking my dogs, anything outside.

Who has influenced your skiing style the most?

Eric Pollard, Pep Fujas, Tanner Hall, Shane McConkey

What are you passionate about after the snow melts?

Biking, hiking, backpacking, learning, traveling, reading, cooking, climbing, photography, and spending time with family and friends.

What’s the best après-ski food?

I'm a sucker for empanadas in South America. In the states, it is most definitely a cookie from Wildflour Bakery in Squaw.