Meet Jonathan
Date of Birth: December 22, 1999
Hometown: Rossland, BC
Occupation: Skier
Sponsors: HEAD, Swany, RED Mountain
Accomplishments: I have filmed with the “The Blank Collective” the past 2 years as well as Head for their first inaugural team film. I have had multiple photo’s published in magazine’s such as Forecast, Freeskier, and Powder, and am building a following on social media with a reach over one million people in the last year.
Bio: Born on December 22, 1999, in the vibrant ski town of Rossland, BC, this accomplished skier’s journey began at the tender age of 3. Mentored by Simon Hillis and affectionately known as JR, he has left an indelible mark on the skiing world. Sponsored by HEAD, Red Mountain, and Swany, his accolades include two years of filming with “The Blank Collective” and contributing to HEAD’s inaugural team film. With published photos in leading magazines and a burgeoning social media presence, reaching over a million followers last year, he is carving a unique path in the industry. On the slopes, the allure of RED lies in its endless terrain, explored passionately for two decades. Beyond skiing, catch him training at the gym, riding bikes, or engaging in offbeat rituals like hiring a Shaman to cleanse his skis. Embracing the mantra “HEE-HAW” and foreseeing a whimsical future standing in a puddle wearing a paper hat, his journey is a fusion of skill, eccentricity, and unbridled passion for the slopes.
How old were you when you started riding?
3 years old
Who are your mentors/influencers?
Simon Hillis
Any Nicknames?
JR
What’s your favourite thing about RED?
The endless terrain to explore, I’ve skied Red for 20 years and still find new little zones.
What movie/video gets you most amped for the winter?
“Unified” by Head
What’s your favorite run at RED?
Links Line.
Do you listen to music when you shred? (what’s your go-to?)
I prefer to listen to the sounds of my skis on the snow.
When not skiing/riding, what else do you like to do?
Train for skiing at the gym or ride my bike.
What’s the best trick name?
The J-Roll
Do you have any preseason rituals leading up to the winter?
Hiring a Shaman to extract the bad spirits from my ski’s.
If you could be any animal, what would it be?
A three legged Donkey
What’s your favorite saying?
HEE-HAW
Describe your perfect apres.
Quick gym session before dinner
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Standing in a puddle wearing a paper hat.
Gallery of shred!
