[VIDEO] Professional Freeskier Nikolai Schirmer Captures Intense Footage of Avalanche in Georgia Norwegian free skier Nikolai Schirmer captured a video of a huge avalanche on February 22 at the Bakhmaro ski area in Georgia. He posted the video on Instagram and described his decision to stay out of avalanche terrain that day. “We made the call to wait out this first sunny day after the storm and stay out of avalanche terrain. […] Avalanche Gregg Frantz | February 24, 2025 0 Comments
Avalanche Near Silverton, CO, Tragically Kills Snowboarder as Friend Manages to Escape A party of two backcountry tourers (one skier and one snowboarder) was traveling in the Middle Fork of Mineral Creek drainage, west of Silverton, Colorado. On Thursday, February 20, the pair was caught in an avalanche on a terrain feature locally known as The Nose. One escaped the avalanche, while the other was carried in the debris. Staff from a nearby […] Avalanche Gregg Frantz | February 20, 2025 1 Comment
[VIDEO] 8-Year-Old Snowboarder Rescued From Chairlift at Killington, VT Killington Ski Resort in Vermont became the latest site of a chairlift incident this season when an 8-year-old snowboarder had to be rescued from the Ramshead Express Quad on Wednesday, February 19. Fortunately, the child was unharmed. The incident occurred at 12:12 p.m. when the child and three others boarded the lift. According to reports, the child was not fully […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 20, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] A Professional Skier was on the Delta Flight that Overturned at Toronto Pearson Airport, ON Video footage of inside the Delta plane that crashed and flipped over in Toronto, Canada, on Monday, February 17, was posted on Instagram by pro skier Pete Koukov. The video footage is from the moments after the crash when he and other passengers left the plane through the emergency exit and onto the runway. The accident occurred at Toronto Pearson […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 19, 2025 0 Comments
Man Survives Being Buried In An Avalanche For Over An Hour in Colorado After being buried under snow for over an hour, a man beat the odds of surviving an avalanche near Vail Pass, Colorado. The avalanche occurred around 12:00 p.m. on February 17 on Shrine Mountain, west of Vail Pass. The man was snowmobiling with a friend when the two set off an avalanche that buried one of them. The friend who […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 19, 2025 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Mount Etna, Italy, is Erupting and People are Skiing it Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest and most active volcano, erupted on February 12, 2025, sending dramatic lava flows and plumes of ash high above the Sicilian skyline. The region has seen ongoing seismic activity, with several earthquakes, magnitudes up to 3.7, detected in the summit area. These earthquakes were likely linked to internal magma movements. Despite the eruption, Italian media reported […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 14, 2025 1 Comment
June Mountain, CA, Closed Yesterday Due to Extreme Weather and High Avalanche Danger June Mountain, California, closed yesterday due to extreme weather and safety concerns. The mountain received 20 inches of snow and expects 32 inches on Thursday and another 9 inches on Friday. This prompted it to close due to avalanche risks and safety for its guests and employees. June’s base depth was just 26 inches before the most recent storm. June […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 14, 2025 0 Comments
Kirkwood Mountain, CA, Shuts Down Operation Due to Blizzard Conditions Kirkwood Mountain, California, is another ski resort in the Sierra Nevada that has shut down operations due to extreme weather conditions. June Mountain, California, also shut down on Thursday, February 13, due to extreme weather and safety concerns. On its website, the Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center stated that very dangerous avalanche conditions exist today. Large natural avalanches are likely at […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 14, 2025 0 Comments
Private Ski Area Sky Tavern, NV, Will Be Open to the Public on President’s Day Sky Tavern, Nevada, is a non-profit regional center providing summer and winter sports training, competitions, recreation, and events aimed at children and families that are accessible to all. Since 1948, its volunteer-based Junior Ski Program has taught over 100,000 kids to ski and snowboard. Sky Tavern is home to the oldest non-profit ski and snowboard training facility in America and […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 14, 2025 0 Comments
Tennis Legend Andy Murray Had To Be Rescued From A Swiss Mountain Resort Andy Murray is a former British professional tennis player and current coach. He was the 2012 US Open Champion, 2012 and 2016 Olympic Singles Champion, the 2013 and 2016 Wimbledon Champion, and was a member of the victorious Great Britain Davis Cup squad in 2015. He was ranked number one in men’s singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) for 41 […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 13, 2025 0 Comments
How Many Pairs Of Skis/Snowboards Do SnowBrains Readers Own? The classic question of how many pairs of skis do you really need to own will probably never be answered because so many people have different opinions. There are many factors that affect the answer to that question, and it really comes down to the individual. For those who ski 100-plus days a season and travel to different regions, the […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 11, 2025 0 Comments
The Top 5 Pizza Spots in the Northeast with Skiing Nearby, According to Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Dave “El Presidente” Portnoy is the founder of Barstool Sports and One Bite pizza reviews and is famous for his critiques of pizza shops around the country. Portnoy always says, “One bite, everyone knows the rules,” and then tastes the pizza and immediately gives his feedback on his thoughts about the pizza slice. He is known for being brutally honest, and millions […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 10, 2025 0 Comments
Skiers and Snowboarders Meet for ‘Freedom Shred’ at Hilltop Ski Area, AK, for MLK Weekend Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their role in U.S. history. Snowboarder, motivational speaker, author, and coach Spencer Conley brought his Freedom Shred to Hilltop Ski Area on Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) weekend. “We are excited to come ski and ride with locals and be a part of the Anchorage […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 7, 2025 1 Comment
Devil’s Thumb Ranch, CO, Doubles Private Cat Skiing Terrain Colorado has 34 ski resorts, according to the National Ski Areas Association. Many of those are world-renowned destination spots that skiers dream about visiting. Although some of these resorts have massive terrain and numerous trails, they are also known for being overcrowded and having long lines. However, there are some resorts in Colorado that skiers can go to that offer great […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 7, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Heli-Snowmobiling? Of Course Dave Sparks Can Make That Happen! Heli-skiing has been around for decades, and it is something that few skiers have ever had the opportunity to try. It is an amazing thrill to feel the adrenaline of flying in a helicopter and hearing the sound of the rotary blade chopping through the cold winter air as you are flown to the top of the mountain. However, what […] Gregg Frantz | February 7, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] German Skier Escapes Avalanche Death Thanks To Airbag A 50-year-old German man escaped death thanks to his emergency airbag after being swept away down a mountain by an avalanche. The incident happened at Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in western Europe, which straddles parts of France, Italy, and Switzerland. As the man started sliding down the slope, he could be seen inflating his anti-avalanche airbag to keep him […] Avalanche Gregg Frantz | February 7, 2025 0 Comments
How Much Does it Cost to Operate a Ski Resort? Successfully operating a ski resort is not an easy task. Many variables must be accounted for, some of which are uncontrollable, like the weather. Managing these variables and costs is key to ensuring the resorts continue to stay in business. All ski resorts have similar operating expenses, but depending on their location and size, providing a specific dollar amount for […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | January 31, 2025 0 Comments
The World’s Best Michelin-Star Rated Ski Resorts Skiing is an activity that is often associated with being expensive and luxurious. Many mountain resorts feature spas, wellness centers, and lavish accommodations for their guests to enjoy. One amenity that many resorts around the world have to offer is having the option of dining at a nice restaurant. Sitting down to a nice meal at a resort is always […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | January 27, 2025 0 Comments
Brush Creek Ranch: Wyoming’s Premier Private Resort Getaway If you are looking for a premier ski destination with luxury services, lodging, amenities, and plenty of activities, you should check out Brush Creek Ranch in Wyoming. This skier’s dream only allows 16 people on the mountain at a time and also caters to the individual’s needs by having private chefs, a creamery, a distillery, private tour guides, and much more. […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | January 27, 2025 1 Comment
The Most Affordable Ski Destinations in the United States The ski season is here, and while it’s one of the most exciting winter escapes, the costs of lift tickets, gear, and après-ski indulgences can quickly add up. While some skiers look to Europe for better deals, the last-minute booking app HotelTonight offers an affordable way to enjoy top ski destinations closer to home. According to January 2024 booking data from HotelTonight, […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | January 23, 2025 1 Comment
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