Summer at Taos Ski Valley, NM, Delivers Mountain Adventures with Immersive Packages Taos Ski Valley, NM (May 14, 2024) – This summer Taos Ski Valley offers a variety of mountain adventures, spa experiences, dining, and lodging packages for guests of all ability levels and interests. With activities ranging from via ferrata, to mountain biking, to pickleball, to arts & culture immersions, Taos’ unique experiences couple the resort’s signature mountain hospitality with an […] SnowBrains | June 10, 2024 0 Comments
Tickets on Sale for Mountain Beer Festival at Deer Valley, UT Deer Valley Resort, Utah, toasts the return of the third annual Deer Valley Mountain Beer Festival on Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, from noon to 5 p.m. This celebration of Utah breweries includes scenic chairlift access throughout the resort, outdoor dining, live music and a variety of family-friendly activities. Event tickets are on sale today, Monday, June 10, […] SnowBrains | June 10, 2024 0 Comments
Silver Mountain Resort General Manager Elected as President of Ski Idaho The Idaho Ski Areas Association board of directors elected Silver Mountain Resort GM Jeff Colburn as its new president during its annual meeting June 4 hosted by Sun Valley Resort this year. Also known as Ski Idaho, the organization represents the interests of the Gem State’s 19 alpine skiing destinations. Colburn has worked for more than three decades in the […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 10, 2024 0 Comments
Brundage Mountain, ID, Amps Up Summer Offerings for Music Lovers, Mountain Bikers, Hikers, and Foodies Brundage Mountain’s summer season is set to open Friday, June 14, offering a fusion of timeless outdoor adventures and fresh experiences, including expanded live music events and the return of the resort’s classic Sunday Brunch buffet. Brundage Mountain Resort in Idaho will be open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays June 14-16, June 21-23, and June 28-30. The resort will be open […] SnowBrains | June 10, 2024 0 Comments
9,945′ Tioga Pass (SR 120), CA, Opens for the Summer on Monday, June 10 Effective Monday, June 10, all roads leading to Mono County will be open to road warriors seeking escape in the beautiful Eastern Sierra. Tioga Pass will officially open on June 10 at 7 am, marking the full opening of the three high-elevation gateway passes that close each winter season and providing access to the pure natural wonder of California’s Eastern […] SnowBrains | June 9, 2024 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Teton Pass Closed Indefinitely After Landslide Causes “Catastrophic Failure” The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) reported that a large chunk of Teton Pass Road, also known as Wyoming Highway 22, “catastrophically failed” early Saturday morning near milepost 12.8. The mountain pass, that links Wyoming and Idaho, has been severed after a catastrophic landslide caused a section of the road to collapse, leaving a gaping chasm and cutting off a […] SnowBrains | June 9, 2024 1 Comment
Palisades Tahoe, CA, Kicks Off Summer Season with Resort-Wide Offerings and Signature Events Guests can enjoy warm-weather activities, special events, and live music all summer long. Palisades Tahoe, California, ushers in the summer, starting with music programming, outdoor exploration, and family-friendly events. Related: ’23/’24 Season Recap at Palisades Tahoe, CA Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival: The 7th Annual Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival will take place at Palisades Tahoe on August 3 and 4. Headliners […] SnowBrains | June 7, 2024 0 Comments
Summer at Sun Valley Resort, ID: 400 Miles of Singletrack Paradise Sun Valley Resort, Idaho, is kicking off its summer season with mountain operations starting June 21 on Bald Mountain. Lift-accessed hiking and access to Roundhouse will be open seven days a week, and lift-accessed mountain biking will follow beginning July 1. Known for flowy singletrack complemented with more rowdy, advanced terrain, riders can turn it up for weeks without repeating […] SnowBrains | June 7, 2024 0 Comments
Valle Nevado, Chile, to Begin Daily Operations 2 Weeks Ahead of Schedule on Friday, June 7 Valle Nevado, South America’s premier ski resort, will open for daily operations today, June 7. This follows a significant early-season snowfall that dropped four feet of fresh powder on Chile’s Tres Valles. “Thanks to excellent early-season conditions and a successful pre-opening last weekend, we are excited to announce daily operations will begin two weeks ahead of schedule.” – Ricardo Margulis, […] SnowBrains | June 7, 2024 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Q3 2024 Financial Results: Record Q3 Earnings Despite Weather Challenges; 24/25 Epic Pass Sales Down 5% Vail Resorts yesterday announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended on April 30. Despite challenging weather conditions, the company reported significant growth in key areas and provided updates on its fiscal 2024 guidance and early season pass sales. Related: What are Vail Resorts’ Plans for World Domination? Key Highlights: Net Income and EBITDA Growth: […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 7, 2024 0 Comments
Big Sky Resort, MT, Begins Summer Activites on Saturday, June 8 The summer season is about to kick off in Big Sky, with Mountain Village hotels, restaurants, and activities opening on Saturday, June 8. As the mountain transitions from spring to summer, construction of Madison 8, soon to be the world’s longest 8-seat chairlift, is fully underway. Related: Big Sky Resort, MT, to Add Longest 8-Chair in the World Bike Park […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 6, 2024 0 Comments
Design for New Village at Alyeska Resort, AK, Reveals Modern, 4-Season Global Destination in Girdwood Set in the majestic Chugach Mountains, Alyeska Resort is being transformed into a modern, four-season, global destination. The addition of new and renovated facilities at the mountain village will breathe new life into the resort, which is widely regarded as Alaska’s base camp for adventure. Expanded and enhanced visitor experiences, new accommodations and amenities, workforce housing, and the inclusion of […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 5, 2024 0 Comments
Alterra Mountain Company and Affirm Expand Exclusive Partnership to Bring Payment Flexibility to More Skiers & Riders San Francisco, June 05, 2024 – Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM), the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive growth, today announced an expanded partnership with Alterra Mountain Company, a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, including the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and the owner of Ikon Pass. Eligible travelers will be able to pay over time with Affirm when […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 5, 2024 0 Comments
Plow Crews at Glacier National Park, MT, Struggle to Open Going-To-The-Sun Road Due to Deepest Snowpack in Over a Decade Despite spring-like conditions in the valley, Logan Pass in Glacier National Park remains buried under one of the deepest snowpacks in over a decade, park officials reported. Glacier National Park Roads Supervisor Brian Paul described the scene at Logan Pass Visitor Center, where road crews are battling significant snow accumulation on the Going-to-the-Sun Road. “There’s still a lot of work […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments
Crested Butte Mountain Resort, CO, to Kick Off Summer Operations Saturday Summer gets underway at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Colorado, this Saturday, June 8, with activities and offerings for every kind of summer adventurer. The resort will welcome guests for the 2024 summer season with DJ Red spinning tracks at Butte 66 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails to explore. Trails that will […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments
GROUPLOVE and Violent Femmes to Headline Copper Mountain, CO’s, 4th Annual Union Peak Festival – Closing Out a Summer of Free Music Grace Potter, Brittney Spencer, and Donavon Frankenreiter will headline Red, White, Brews & Tunes, Copper’s Fourth of July celebration July 4-6 Copper Country is set to feature Josh Abbott Band with Chancey Williams on August 10 Enjoy free live music in the village every weekend, with Brews and Tunes on Fridays and Acoustic Glow on Saturdays Copper Mountain, Colorado, is […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments
Arapahoe Basin Extends Ski Season to Mid-June, Claiming Colorado’s Longest Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, the last resort open in Colorado, has announced it will remain operational for one more week. It will close on June 16 after a remarkable 222-day ski and ride season–the longest in the state. Related: These Are the 2 North American Resorts Still Open for Skiing According to a news release, the resort cited favorable snow […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments
Elderly Woman Severely Injured After Bison Attack in Yellowstone National Park An 83-year-old woman from Greenville, South Carolina, sustained serious injuries on June 1 after being gored by a bison near the Storm Point Trail at Yellowstone Lake in Yellowstone National Park. According to park officials, the bison charged the woman when she came within a few feet of the animal, lifting her about a foot off the ground with its […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2024 0 Comments
Massive Landslide Destroys Ski Slope at Foppolo/Carona Brembo Ski Area in Italy A massive landslide struck the ski slopes of the Foppolo/Carona (Brembo Ski) ski area in Italy in the early afternoon of May 31, prompting a swift emergency response from local authorities. The landslide occurred on the slope leading downhill from Montebello towards the Cross-Valgussera Pass, causing significant damage and raising safety concerns. Thankfully, nobody was killed or injured. Related: Australia’s Worst […] Industry News SnowBrains | June 3, 2024 0 Comments
29 Stranded Hikers Rescued From 9,718′ Zugspitze, Germany’s Highest Mountain, After Over 6 Feet of Unexpected Snowfall A rescue operation was launched on Saturday, June 1, to evacuate dozens of hikers who found themselves stranded on Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze, due to treacherous weather conditions. Related: French Mayor Wants to End “Mont Blanc in Heels” as Tourists Attempt Dangerous Peak in Shorts, T-Shirts, and Trainers According to the Bavarian Mountain Rescue Service, 29 hikers attempted to […] SnowBrains | June 2, 2024 1 Comment