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Skier, mountain biker, fitness enthusiast, native Oregonian, and Senior SnowBrains Staff Writer. Husband and father to three kids who love the outdoors just as much as me. Brent@SnowBrains.com

[PHOTOS] Eagle Point Resort, UT, Shares Update from Devasting Cottonwood Fire Damage

After returning to the property for the first time since the Cottonwood Fire reached Eagle Point Resort, Utah, resort officials have released an initial assessment of the damage on social media. While the full extent of the destruction is still being evaluated, the resort said it is grateful that everyone was evacuated safely and that no lives were lost. The […]
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The 17 Best Mountain Bike Towns in the U.S.

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America has no shortage of great mountain bike towns, but not all of them are created equal. While many destinations boast great trails, only a select few earn recognition from the International Mountain Bicycling Association as a designated Ride Center™, which is widely considered the highest standard for mountain biking destinations. These towns offer exceptional trail networks, diverse riding experiences, […]
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Sweetwater Heli Adventures, CA, Expanding Terrain on U.S. Military Land Less Than a Year After Launching

Sweetwater Heli Adventures (SHA) is set to significantly expand its heli-skiing terrain after signing a long-term, multi-year agreement to operate on Mount Grant, an 11,285-foot peak located within Nevada’s Hawthorne Army Depot. The agreement represents the first time the U.S. Department of Defense has authorized heli-skiing operations on an active military installation, creating a unique partnership and opening a vast […]
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New Operator Selected to Revive Spout Springs Ski Area, OR, With Plans for Year-Round Activities

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Spout Springs Ski Area in northeastern Oregon is one step closer to reopening after Umatilla County selected a local ownership group led by Tollgate Crossing owner Trevor Abell to operate the long-dormant ski area. Tollgate Crossing is a popular destination resort in the area with a store, restaurant, and activities for snowmobilers, hikers, and hunters. The announcement comes just weeks […]
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Utah Named Best State in America for Third Straight Year — No Surprise to Skiers and Snowboarders

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For the third consecutive year, Utah has been named the best state in America in the annual U.S. News & World Report Best States rankings, a distinction that likely won’t surprise anyone who has spent time skiing, snowboarding, or living in the Beehive State. While the rankings evaluate factors such as economy, education, infrastructure, health care, crime, and fiscal stability, […]
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7 Places Where Ski Resorts Should Exist But Don’t

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Despite more than 500 ski areas operating across the United States, there are still countless mountain ranges, snow belts, and peaks with incredible ski potential that remain completely undeveloped. At the same time, many popular resorts struggle with crowded parking lots, long lift lines, and tracked-out powder on busy weekends, leaving skiers wondering if there are opportunities for new mountains […]
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9 Ski Resorts With the Most Underrated Powder Days in the U.S.

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Everyone knows the famous powder destinations. Resorts like Jackson Hole, Alta, Snowbird, and Whistler dominate powder conversations and bucket lists. But some of North America’s best powder days happen at resorts that don’t always receive the same attention, despite offering excellent snowfall, fantastic terrain, and often fewer crowds competing for fresh tracks. To find out which mountains deserve more recognition, […]
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Mt. Bachelor, OR, Begins Major Modernization Project on Northwest Express Chairlift

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If you’ve ever weaved through the trees on a storm day or stacked powder laps in the West Bowls under bluebird skies at Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, then you know just how important the Northwest Express chairlift is to the mountain experience. Now, the resort has officially launched a major modernization project for the lift, which serves some of Mt. Bachelor’s […]
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History With SnowBrains: Remembering the Time Oregon Put a City Bus on a Cable to Access Mt. Hood

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Long before modern gondolas and heated chairlifts became standard at ski resorts, Oregon tried a very different approach to mountain transportation at Mount Hood: hanging full-sized city buses from a cable and hauling them up the mountain. Known as the Mt. Hood Skiway, the unusual transportation system operated during the early 1950s and connected the town of Government Camp to […]
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Crystal Mountain, WA, Restructures Controversial Line-Skipping Pass for 2026-27 Season

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Crystal Mountain, Washington, is making changes to its controversial Reserve Pass program ahead of the 2026-27 ski season, lowering the introductory price and refining how the premium line-skipping product will work after a rocky debut last winter. The Reserve Pass, introduced for the 2025-26 season, allows skiers and snowboarders to access priority lift lines at select lifts during weekends and […]
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Off-Season Training for Skiers: Why Training “Funner” Might Actually Make You Fitter

For skiers and snowboarders, the off-season can feel long. Once the snow melts, many people turn to rigid gym routines filled with treadmills, stair machines, and indoor workouts they do not actually enjoy. The problem is simple: if training feels miserable, most people will not stick with it consistently. Modern exercise science increasingly shows that consistency matters more than perfection, […]
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