Videographers Sue NPS Over Denied Permits at Grand Teton National Park, WY Picture three people standing next to each other in Yellowstone National Park. Oneโs an ordinary tourist, oneโs a news reporter, and the thirdโs a documentary filmmaker. Theyโre all filming Old Faithful, using the exact same iPhone, and without disturbing anyone around them.ย Under federal law, the tourist and the reporter are doing nothing wrong. But the documentarian could face heavy fines, […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 18, 2024 2 Comments
For an Authentic and Affordable Wyoming Adventure, Check Out These 4 Lesser-Known Ski Areas When you think of skiing in Wyoming, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort often steals the spotlight with its legendary terrain and iconic reputation.ย But what if we told you thereโs a world of powdery wonder beyond the Tetons? Wyoming is home to a number of lesser-known ski resorts that combine big-mountain vibes with small-town charm without the massive crowds. From hidden gems […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 18, 2024 0 Comments
What Your Favorite Ski Resort Says About Who You Are Your favorite ski resort isnโt just a place to shred powder or sip overpriced hot cocoaโit reflects your soul. Okay, maybe thatโs a stretch, but hear us out. Whether you’re carving down the glitzy slopes of Vail, braving the wild terrain at Palisades Tahoe, or basking in the epic aprรจs-ski scene at Aspen, your go-to mountain speaks volumes about your […] Laughs Brent Thomas | December 16, 2024 6 Comments
Where Will it Be Deep This Week? These are North Americaโs Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of December 15 โ 24, 2024 Itโs always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously through others, this list of resorts will be the deepest over the next week and beyond.ย The forecast comes fromย OpenSnowโs Top Forecastsย for the next 10 […] Weather Brent Thomas | December 15, 2024 0 Comments
The 9 Best Chairlift Names According to SnowBrains Readers The most important feature of a ski area will be different for everyone. Some will say it’s the terrain, others, the snow quality. Even more will say it’s about how family-friendly it is or the aprรจs ski scene. The names of the chairlifts are probably pretty low on the list, but these vital conveyances, which whisk skiers and snowboarders up […] Brent Thomas | December 13, 2024 1 Comment
Keystone, CO, Boot-Packs Avalanche Terrain to Prepare for Opening As more snow hits the U.S. and skiers and snowboarders anticipate the rope dropping on their favorite terrain, it is not always as simple as waiting on enough snowfall. That is what the ski patrollers at Keystone Resort, Colorado, know, which is why they spend time boot-compacting (or boot packing) its avalanche terrain. The resort shared on its social media […] Avalanche Brent Thomas | December 12, 2024 0 Comments
The World’s First 100% Aluminum Skis are Here and the Benefits are Substantial Ski design has undergone a remarkable evolution, from early hickory planks to the advanced composite technologies of today. The latest innovation, however, comes in the form of skis milled entirely from aerospace-grade aluminum. This shift, spearheaded by Metal1 Skis Corporation (M1 Skis), represents a radical departure from traditional ski construction and a leap forward in performance, durability, and sustainability. Related: […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 9, 2024 9 Comments
The 9 Most Affordable Ski Towns in America If you are looking for a mountain getaway, it is no secret that ski towns can be pretty spendy. From lodging, lift tickets, dining, and more, the cost can add up significantly. Thankfully, Upgraded Points has published its latest report on the most affordable ski towns. The study looked at a list of 50 of the most popular ski towns […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 9, 2024 0 Comments