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Skier, mountain biker, fitness enthusiast, native Oregonian, and SnowBrains staff writer. Father to three and husband to one.

Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of October 6-15, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. 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 […]
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A Long Overdue Ski Resort is Finally Being Planned in the Ruby Mountains of Nevada

It may surprise some, but Nevada is the most mountainous state in the U.S. when measured by named mountain ranges. More than 300 named ranges run through the state as part of the Great Basin complex. Nevada’s mountains offer stunning natural beauty and serve as important recreational areas for skiing, hiking, backpacking, fishing, mountaineering, and wildlife observation. The most dramatic […]
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Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of September 29 – October 8, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. 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 […]
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[VIDEO] Missile Strike Damages Chairlift at Israeli Ski Resort

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נזק כבד נגרם לרכבל באתר החרמון מפגיעת רקטה שנורתה מלבנון. מראשית המלחמה ההר ומוצביו מותקפים על בסיס יום יומי@rubih67 (צילום: אתר החרמון) pic.twitter.com/UXzUt9Msgb — כאן חדשות (@kann_news) September 25, 2024 The conflict in the Middle East between Israel and Hamas has led to widespread devastation in Gaza and has also heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah on the Israel-Lebanon border. […]
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7 of the 9 Most Expensive Small Towns in the U.S. are Ski Towns

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The town-and-country lifestyle is often portrayed as simpler, more idyllic, and less expensive than big-city living, especially when it comes to housing. But is this really the case? LendingTree analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data from the American Community Survey to explore the costs of buying a home in smaller towns. They identified the 50 U.S. micropolitan areas (towns with populations […]
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Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of September 22 – October 1, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. 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 […]
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The 7 Most Affordable Season Passes in the United States

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When it comes to ski season passes, the spotlight often falls on high-priced options like Deer Valley or Aspen, where a single pass can cost multiple thousands of dollars. However, for families, beginners, or budget-conscious skiers, there are far more affordable alternatives focused on smaller, more intimate resorts. Unlike the Epic and Ikon passes, which offer access to dozens of […]
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New Website and Funding Proposal Highlight the Latest on the Plan for Locals to Buy Mt. Bachelor, OR

The initiative to bring Mt. Bachelor, Oregon, into community ownership is progressing successfully as the team wraps up its third week since starting the initiative. The organizers provided an update on Sunday evening and are thrilled with the quick mobilization of volunteers and supporters, highlighting that the project is a true example of teamwork. The community’s involvement, including local businesses […]
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Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of September 15-24, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing where the snow is piling up so you can live vicariously through others, this […]
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Man Who Threatened Snowboarder with Shotgun at Brighton, UT, Writes ‘Deadly Force’ Essay as Part of Plea Deal

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In February, a snowboarder had a shocking last run of the day when cruising near Brighton Resort, Utah. Loren Richardson was snowboarding in a group of six, which had left the gate at the top of the Great Western chairlift. Richardson was going down a narrow pathway on his snowboard when he happened upon Keith Stebbings, an older man brandishing […]
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What Skiers and Snowboarders Need to Know About the 2 Latest GoPro Cameras

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GoPro’s newly announced HERO13 Black and HERO cameras offer significant upgrades that are especially appealing to skiers. The HERO13 Black, priced at $399, introduces advanced features such as four interchangeable lens mods, including the Ultra Wide Lens Mod, which provides an expansive 177° field of view ideal for capturing action-packed ski runs with enhanced HyperSmooth stabilization and unbreakable 360° Horizon […]
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Get in Shape for Winter with John Collinson’s 12-Week Ski Season Prep Program

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Few athletes are as dedicated or knowledgeable regarding ski season preparation as professional skier and fitness trainer John Collinson. Known for being one of the world’s top big mountain freeskiers and tackling some of the most extreme slopes, Collinson’s success is built on a foundation of rigorous physical conditioning that goes far beyond the average skier’s routine. Now, as the […]
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Where in the World Will it Snow This Week? These are the Top 5 Forecasted Resorts for the 10 Days of September 8-17, 2024

It’s always snowing somewhere, and fresh snow is the essence of skiing and snowboarding. While waiting for the season to start in North America, we focus on where the snow will fall south of the equator. However, snowfall in Europe this week puts Austria at the top of the list. Whether you are chasing the deepest conditions or love seeing […]
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