James Pulfer, Author at SnowBrains

Ski California Gold Pass: What’s Included?

If you live in California or Nevada, you are gonna want to put this pass on your radar. The “Ski California Gold Pass” includes 32 mountains across both California and Nevada, covering the whole Tahoe area and some. Including big names such as; Sierra-at-Tahoe, Heavenly, Mt. Rose, Squaw Valley, Northstar, Mammoth, Big Bear, and Homewood just to name a few. You […]

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James Pulfer | October 6, 2020

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Trip Report: Ouray, CO – Home to North America’s Newest “Via Ferrata” Route

If you’ve never heard of a Via Ferrata, you’re not alone. These routes are gaining popularity, and feel like somewhere between high consequence hiking, and rock climbing. All participants must wear a standard rock climbing harness, equipped with a “via” specific lanyard system, containing required shock absorbing cord. Additionally, a standard rock climbing helmet is worn. Gloves are recommended, while […]

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James Pulfer | October 6, 2020

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Western Colorado Fishing Report: Cochetopa Creek

I recently had the pleasure of teaching a good friend the art of fly fishing and some streamside Entomology. I chose an off the beaten path creek, to avoid more popular waters and their seasonal crowding. Cochetopa Creek is a tributary to Tomichi Creek, which then meets with the upper Gunnison River and flows into Blue Mesa Reservoir, which is […]

James Pulfer | September 22, 2020

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Trip Report: Powderhorn Mountain Resort, CO Downhill Mountain Biking

Report from the weekend of 12-13 September 2020 I recently had the pleasure of riding a new (to me) Lift Accessed Downhill Mountain Bike course. It just so happens, it was at the same great little resort that I learned to snowboard (and ski a bit) many years ago. Powderhorn Mountain Resort has been hauling bikes uphill since 2016, with […]

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James Pulfer | September 16, 2020

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Ritz Carlton Reserve Niseko Village, Hokkaido, Japan Opening Soon!

The powder paradise of Niseko Village, Japan is opening its first Ritz Carlton Reserve luxury hotel. The “Higashiyama Niseko Village” will have 50 rooms with access to the legendary slopes. They will feature two delicious restaurants as well as a lounge area for members. There will be a high-end day Spa and Fitness Center on-site as well to enjoy. Related: 4 […]

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James Pulfer | September 5, 2020

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Denali National Park, AK To Expand Access

Denali National Park And Preserve intends to expand their season, as well as the infrastructure within. These changes are in response to a rise in eager visitors during the off-season months of September-May. Numbers are up 400% in the winter from years past, although that only accounts for a few percent of Denali’s annual visitors. Majority occurring in the summer […]

James Pulfer | September 5, 2020

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Solitude Mountain Resort, UT Wants Ambassadors

Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah is looking for some enthusiastic new recruits to help create and capture media. The ideal candidate would be a Utah local, capable of committing a minimum of 2 days per week to bike or ride the resort. Someone who shows a genuine passion for snowsports as well as Solitude Mountain Resort specifically. Someone to help showcase […]

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James Pulfer | September 3, 2020

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Fewer Flights Will Mean More Locals On Aspen, CO Slopes In 2020-21

Delta Airlines has decided not to service Aspen/Pitkin County Airport for the upcoming winter season. The decision was influenced by multiple factors, including uncertainty surrounding this ski season. Two flights per day between SLC and Aspen were planned for the summer before one got cut when the pandemic struck in late March. Delta has also cut service to Yampa Valley Regional Airport […]

James Pulfer | September 2, 2020

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