13 Avalanche Deaths Recorded During 23/24 Season Across United States According to data from the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC), a total of 13 individuals perished in avalanches during the 23/24 winter season. Date State Location Description Killed 03/29 WA Mount St Helens 1 backcountry snowboarder caught and killed 1 03/12 MT West Fork Camp Creek near Lost Trail Pass, Bitterroot Mountains 1 backcountry skier caught, buried, and killed […] Avalanche AvyBrains | May 2, 2024 0 Comments
Mount Mansfield Ski Patrol at Stowe, VT, is the Oldest Ski Patrol in the United States There is no question that members of the ski patrol are vital to the safety and operations at all resorts. The ski patrol performs many daily tasks throughout the season to mitigate the risks and dangers to all guests and resort employees. Those tasks can be providing medical attention to an injured person, medical transportation of a person, terrain evaluation, lift […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | April 15, 2024 0 Comments
Arizona Snowbowl, AZ, Goes From Most Expensive to Least Expensive Lift Ticket in the United States In January last year, Arizona Snowbowl, Arizona, became the first ski resort to charge over $300 for a lift ticket. The resort uses dynamic pricing using a tiered system that determines the price of lift tickets based on demand. Fast forward to April, and tickets are now selling for less than $20. Midweek prices are typically $19 per day, making it […] Industry News Alfred Arnaud | April 12, 2024 0 Comments
Does Affordable Skiing Still Exist? The Top 9 Best Value Ski Areas in the United States With the advent of mega passes, higher participation in snow sports, and the desire to appear ‘sought after’, buying a day ticket at the resorts we know and love has now become a financial investment affordable to only the ultra-dedicated or financially well-off. A little over a decade ago, $100 ski tickets were unheard of. Now, the likes of Breckenridge, […] Industry News Tucker Morin | March 20, 2024 10 Comments
NOAA ENSO Blog: How Does El Niño Influence Snowfall Over the United States? After the last three winters of La Niña conditions (weren’t we all ready for a change!), the tropical Pacific is looking much different this year, with a strong El Niño likely this winter (1). Historically, how has El Niño shaped precipitation (rainfall + snowfall) over the U.S.? Let’s dig in and find out! Related: SnowBrains Forecast: Colorado to Get Hammered This Weekend – 2+ FEET […] Weather WeatherBrains | December 1, 2023 0 Comments
Stifel U.S. Ski Team Increases Prize Money by 30% at Alpine World Cup Events in the United States U.S. Ski & Snowboard is proud to announce that prize money for all the domestic Audi FIS Alpine World Cup events will be increased in collaboration with Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team title partner Stifel. This will begin with the Stifel Killington Cup on November 25-26, 2023. Related: Mikaela Shiffrin Earned More Than $1 Million in Prize Money in 22/23 […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 20, 2023 0 Comments
The 7 Most Affordable Ski Resorts in The United States Resorts across the United States are starting to open up for the 2023/24 season. Despite the anticipation for the upcoming season, nobody looks forward to opening up their wallets for all of the expenses of the ski and snowboard season. With inflation on the rise and many resorts jacking up their lift ticket prices, finding an affordable spot to book […] Industry News Alfred Arnaud | November 9, 2023 0 Comments
Top 5 Most Googled Ski Resorts in the United States Ski season is open! As always, skiing in the U.S. attracts snow enthusiasts from all levels and backgrounds. Whether with your family, a group of friends, or on a solo trip, there are plenty of reasons to head to the mountains. But which resort should you choose? Related: The Top 9 Resorts in the U.S. for Seniors Holidu, the booking […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 7, 2023 0 Comments