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Senior Associate Writer at SnowBrains, Skier, Dog Lover, Winter Camping, U.S. Army Veteran

Arizona Snowbowl Begins Daily Summer Operations on May 15, Invests $1M+ Ahead of Next Winter

Arizona Snowbowl begins daily summer operations on May 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The resort’s summer activities feature scenic gondola rides, sunset experiences, and a summer lineup that includes trail races, archery events, and gondola dinners. This summer, Snowbowl is investing more than $1 million in capital improvements ahead of the 2026–27 winter season, including a new 150-foot […]
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Opens Aerial Tram for Summer Operations from May 16

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Wyoming, is kicking off summer operations on May 16 with the reopening of its iconic Aerial Tram. launching another season of hiking, sightseeing, mountain biking, live music, dining, and family-friendly activities in Teton Village. This summer’s lineup includes daily Aerial Tram operations, Via Ferrata climbing, the opening of the Bridger Gondola and Bike Park throughout […]
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One of Only Three Ski Resorts Still Open in the East Is Giving Moms a Free Day on the Mountain

Free Skiing Mother’s Day: Black Mountain’s Gift to Ski Moms Black Mountain, in New Hampshire, is offering free skiing on Mother’s Day for every mom who wants to hit the slopes on their special day. In a press release, Erik Morgensen, President and General Manager of Black Mountain, wrote a heartfelt message to his mother and all the moms out […]
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Hunter Mountain, NY, Annual Spring Clean-Up Day Reveals Some Unique Items

On Monday, May 4, Hunter Mountain, New York,  held its annual spring clean-up day and uncovered some interesting items scattered across the slopes. Losing things while skiing or riding is inevitable, and when the snow finally melts, mountain crews often discover everything left behind over the course of the winter. As expected, there were plenty of empty beer cans and […]
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Beartooth Basin, MT, is Back: America’s Summer-Only Ski Area Eyes Strong 2026 Season After Years of Struggle

America’s only summer-only ski area, Beartooth Basin, Montana, is preparing to open for the season after already receiving 29 inches of snow this spring. The ski area is planning to open between Friday, May 22, and Monday, May 25, depending on weather conditions. The Beartooth Highway opens May 22, and the ski area is scheduled to open May 25 (weather […]
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Camelback Mountain, PA, Ends Historic, Recording-Breaking Season on a High Note with Skiing into May

Camelback Mountain’s 2025-26 season ended on May 5 when it hosted its Cinco de Mayo party. After closing on Tuesday, Cliffhanger, a double diamond slope and the only open terrain at Camelback Mountain, was pretty skied out. Bare spots, dirt patches, and thin coverage both at the top and bottom of the run could be seen. The middle section of […]
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U.S. Ski Resorts That Will Be Open For Cinco de Mayo Skiing

Cinco de Mayo will be this Tuesday, May 5, and, and a handful of ski resorts across the U.S. are still spinning lifts. While most aren’t planning official celebrations, a few are leaning into spring skiing with tacos, margaritas, and on-mountain parties. Camelback Mountain, located in Pennsylvania, and Palisades Tahoe in California will be hosting parties for the Mexican holiday. […]
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Camelback Mountain Extends Historic Season Into May — A First for Pennsylvania

Skiing in May is rare in the Mid-Atlantic; in Pennsylvania, it’s almost unheard of — until now. Camelback Mountain is still spinning lifts, extending its 2025–26 season into uncharted territory as the only ski resort open in the state. One trail — the double-black-diamond Cliffhanger — remains, but for diehards, that’s more than enough. Related: Camelback Mountain, PA, Skiing into […]
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Camelback Mountain, PA, Report: Slushy Powder, Big Bumps, and Great Spring Skiing

Conditions report from Saturday, April 18 Despite a week that featured highs in the 80s for three straight days in Pennsylvania, Camelback Mountain was still open for skiing and riding this past weekend. It’s officially the longest season in the ski resort’s history, and it’s still going, with hopes of making it to May. By the weekend, Camelback Mountain had […]
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The 14-Year Fight Over Palisades Tahoe’s Village Just Reached Its Tipping Point

The Placer County Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan to the Placer County Board of Supervisors. The plan will be considered for approval by the Placer County Board of Supervisors in May of this year. It reflects significant public input gathered during more than 300 community meetings and participation from over […]
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Colorado’s Copper Mountain Extends Season to Sunday, May 3

Copper Mountain, Colorado, announced on social media that the resort will extend its season to Sunday, May 3, $49  lift tickets for the final week of skiing. The mountain initially planned to close on Sunday, April 26, but now skiers and snowboarders have an extra week to grab those great spring laps. Copper credits early-season snowmaking —starting October 1, 2025— along […]
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